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Goldeneye, Jamaica
"Bond, James Bond was born here--the
clifftop villa where Ian Fleming wrote the Bond Spy novels."
-In Style.
Location: Oracabessa is a small port on Jamaica's
northern coast, approximately 15 minutes due east ofÊ cho
Rios. It has a small airport at Boscobel (Ocho Rios), which is
a five minute drive from Goldeneye. The resort is 2 hours from
the Montego Bay Airport
Transportation: Ground transfers start at $150 one way,
for up to four passengers from Montego Bay Airport which is a
two-hour drive from Oracabessa. Helicopter transfers begin at
$750 one way for up to four passengers from Montego Bay.
During daylight hours, air transfers may be arranged to
Boscobel (Ocho Rios) airport. Transfers can be booked on Air
Jamaica Express. Air Jamaica Express has scheduled commercial
flights for $54 per person one way. All air transfers
(helicopter and plane) are approximately 30 minutes flight
time.
Overview: Goldeneye is a magical place, a 17 acre
retreat nestled among tropical forests and lush gardens on a
high bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. It is renowned as
the former home of "James Bond" novelist, Ian Fleming, who
spent nearly 20 winters at this idyllic spot, penning 14 of
his famous "007" thrillers there. His hideaway is now
available as an Island Outpost resort, providing simple luxury
and casual comfort in an idyllic setting.
Unique Features: The resort comprises five private
villas: Fleming's original three-bedroom home, along with four
other villas, varying from one to three bedroom units. The
entire property is available as one rentable package, or
guests may choose the Fleming House or the individual villas.
Past guests have been invited to plant a tree during their
stay to contribute to the growth of the grounds: among those
who have participated are Martha Stewart, Jim Carrey, Christy
Turlington, Quincy Jones, Harry Belafonte and Naomi Campbell.
These trees can be found throughout the property and are
marked by small plaques.
Accommodations - Goldeneye Main House:
The Ian Fleming House / Main House (three-bedrooms)
007/Master bedroom features a king size bed with indoor
bathroom plus an outdoor garden courtyard off the bedroom with
a clawfoot bathtub and shower platform, all surrounded by a
bamboo fencing and tropical foliage: the ultimate in island
luxury.
008/Middle bedroom features two twin beds with an indoor
bathroom, plus an outdoor courtyard off the bedroom with a
clawfoot bathtub and shower platform, surrounded by bamboo
fencing and tropical foliage.
009/End bedroom features a queen size bed with indoor bathroom
plus an outdoor courtyard off the bedroom with a clawfoot
bathtub and shower platform, surrounded by bamboo fencing and
tropical foliage.
Both 008 and 009 adjoin a cut stone courtyard and lilypond
with exotic fish.
The décor in the Fleming villa reflects a tropical style with
Indonesian influences, featuring high ceilings, large bamboo
couches and four-poster beds, lush batik fabrics, Indonesian
artwork and bamboo mats. High ceilings and large operable
louvre windows encourage the flow of fresh sea breezes
throughout the house, while air conditioning is available in
the bedrooms.
The master bedroom is entered through the living area and
faces the sea, whereas the other two bedrooms are entered
through the internal courtyard. The master bedroom features
Ian Fleming's original writing desk, made from Jamaican Blue
Mahoe. From the living room one can enjoy sweeping vistas of
the nearby reef and ocean beyond. An outdoor cut stone terrace
framed by twin almond trees is accessible through the sunken
garden, offering alfresco dining and entertaining on the cliff
edge overlooking a secluded sandy cove.
Adjoining the Fleming Villa is a large media room with a wide
projection screen, surround sound, satellite TV and an 8' x
15' cushioned lounging area along with a full library of James
Bond and other videos and DVDs.
Guests of the main house have private access to the cove below
the cliffs, and to a free-form pool fronting the media room.
This unique pool has a gradual beach-like entry, sloping down
to wide comfortable steps, and a 30 ft. long lap area.
The Goldeneye Village:
Villa 1 (one bedroom): affectionately named Honey Chile, this
villa is nestled under a giant Banyan tree hedged with groves
of Chinese fan palms and hibiscus, comprising one large
bedroom with a queen size bed, living room, and indoor
bathroom facilities with outdoor bamboo shower. A separate
living, dining, and kitchen area open onto a secluded cut
stone patio adjoining the private cove, making this the
natural choice for guests to use in conjunction with the Ian
Fleming villa. Rented independently for honeymooners and those
seeking privacy, this villa also has easy access to Low Cay
Beach alongside the ocean canal.
Villa 2 (two bedrooms): This beautiful two-story stone and
wood villa is situated on a bluff by the sea surrounded by
graceful lawns with a private patio facing Low Cay Beach and
the sunset. Downstairs is a comfortable lounge area with a
well-stocked bar, television, stereo, board games and indoor
bathroom. A separate bedroom cottage named Tiffany Case
features a queen size bed, indoor bathroom and outdoor bamboo
shower. Domino, the upstairs bedroom, features a king-size bed
and indoor bathroom with breathtaking views from the balcony
overlooking the sea.
Villa 3 (three bedrooms): A colorful cluster of cottages set
amidst flamboyant shade trees on a cliff edge overlooking the
aquamarine ocean canal and Low Cay beach. Romanova, Vesper and
Solitaire are individual cottages with access to a covered
communal dining area and bar, and an entertainment lounge with
video and satellite TV facilities. Romanova and Solitaire
feature queen size beds while Vesper has twin beds. Fronting
the lounge area is an outdoor cut-stone dining deck with steps
leading down to a secluded seaside patio.
Royal Palm (two-bedrooms): Royal Palm is available only with
the rental of another villa. Intended for guests' families and
friends, Royal Palm features two wood cottages: one with a
king size bed with indoor bathroom and another separate one
bedroom cottage with queen size bed and separate bathroom
facilities adjoining an outside bamboo shower. The villa is
surrounded by lush tropical foliage and is situated above a
large outdoor deck on the water's edge.
All villas (except Royal Palm) feature complete kitchens, and
both indoor and outdoor dining areas. All rooms have plush
cotton bathrobes and thick towels, assorted books and
magazines, CD player and CD collection, and direct dial
telephones.
The décor of the villas suits the natural habitat with lush
batik fabrics, and mosquito netting in the bedrooms; the work
of local artisans and craftsman is evident in the molded
sinks, outdoor tubs, and interior detailing.
Activities: For those seeking adventure, a variety of
activities are available at Goldeneye. These include jet
skiing, kayaking, glass bottom boat and ocean canoe rides,
snorkeling, fishing, hiking, biking and tennis on a flood lit
court.
Additional activities include: access to Low Key Beach,
a secluded beach exclusively for Goldeneye guests; the main
house has its own private cove, while Oracabessa Bay is only a
few minutes away by car, jet ski or boat, is open to tourists
and locals alike, offering a bar, restaurant and outdoor
concert venue.
Local excursions can be arranged to Noel Coward's former villa
Firefly, exotic Dunn's River Falls, nearby Harmony Hall Art
Gallery or rafting on the Rio Grande. Even though there is
plenty to do, it is tempting to simply sit back and indulge
your senses.
History: Having first fallen in love with Jamaica in
the 1940s, Ian Fleming built Goldeneye on a bluff overlooking
a secluded cove. He once wrote, "Would these books have ever
been written if I had not been living in the gorgeous vacuum
of a Jamaican holiday? I doubt it." Fleming also hosted many
celebrities at his island retreat, including Errol Flynn,
Elizabeth Taylor, Evelyn Waugh, Donald Sutherland, Cecil
Beaton and Noel Coward, whose own Jamaican hideaway, Firefly
in Galina is nearby - now a museum and managed by Island
Outpost.
Meal Plans: All food and beverages are included in the
room rate. Authentic Jamaican cuisine is prepared to guests'
liking daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fresh fruit
juices, sodas and mixed drinks are available continuously.
Special Services: Each villa is assigned a personal
staff member who takes pride in attending to every possible
guest need; custom services are Goldeneye's specialty.
Hotel Information:
Phone: 876.975.3354
Fax : 876.975.3620
Property Manager: Cathy Snipper
Rates are per night and include breakfast, lunch, dinner,
fruit juice, alcohol bar, tax and service charge. Additional
gratuities are at the guest's discretion. Rates are based on
single or double occupancy, are subject to availability and
subject to change without notice.
Reservations: 1 (800) OUTPOST or (305) 531-8800
Email: reservations@islandoutpost.com
UK Reservations: 020 7440 4360 Email: ukreservations@islandoutpost.com
www.islandoutpost.com
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