Built in the finest colonial style, Nelson Gay makes the most of probably the best location on the favoured west coast of Barbados. Located near the Cobbler’s Cove Hotel, on a half-mile crescent of pristine sandy beach, this house is one of Barbados’ best kept secrets.
Nelson Gay was built in the ‘60s for US Ambassador Robert M. Scotten, a personal friend of President F.D. Roosevelt.The original features of this Ambassador’s residence have been carefully preserved including Oliver Messel floors and a beautiful mural by celebrated Art Deco artist Erté, a frequent guest at Nelson Gay in the early days. This is a Caribbean mansion in the very best of taste.
In grand Palladian style, built entirely of the finest coral stone, Nelson Gay offers over 5,000 square feet of tasteful living space in the main house.
The house is centred on a grand, columned living room with a 14’ high ceiling. This imposing space opens on to an 80’, part covered terrace with relaxed dining and sitting areas.
The spacious south and north guest wings include five en suite bedrooms, individually air-conditioned, with two covered terraces to provide additional privacy and comfort. There is a separate one bedroom self contained guest cottage with bathroom. In addition, there are two charming one bedroom “Chattel Houses” with verandas. “Chattel” is Bajan slang for a portable wooden house originally used on the plantations.
Nelson Gay is impressive but never pretentious. A unique blend of elegance and good taste makes it a very special house for discerning guests. The rooms are airy and mostly decorated in white with some green to compliment the tropical surroundings. The dining table was designed by Oliver Messell with 12 French antique chairs and a large Messell mirror. The beds are new and comfortable with lOO% high count cotton sheets and soft hypoallergenic pillows. Dinner is by candle light and is served by your own chef and a maid or housekeeper in stylish uniforms.
Nelson Gay is an ideal location for a family or separate families traveling together. It is also ideal and safe for children and a perfect location for the island wedding of your dreams.
Rates are quoted in US$ Dollars per night and subject to 7.5% Value Added Tax. Any additional guests beyond 12 will incur an extra staff charge:
US$200 per adult, US$100 per child (no surcharge for infants). The rates shown are for bookings of up to 2 weeks, lower rates are possible for longer periods. CONTACT US FOR SPECIAL OFFERS
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