Oceanside stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Cades Bay villa, you'll find Urlings Moravian Church and Carlisle Bay Beach. Fig Tree Drive and Turner's Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets
Welcome to Fairfield at Fort Shelley
Antigua is a beautiful island in the Caribbean known for having amazing beaches. In fact, people say there are 365 beaches here—one for every single day of the year. While many visitors stay in the busy towns or crowded resort areas, there is a much quieter, more peaceful part of the island that lets you truly unwind.
On the southern coast of Antigua, you will find a lovely local area called the Old Road community. This neighborhood is surrounded by tall, green hills and sits right along the bright blue Caribbean Sea. It feels like a hidden paradise, away from the crowds but still close to everything you need.
Right here on the hillside sits Fort Shelley, a private property that features two matching luxury villas built to give you the ultimate island vacation. The two homes sit side by side, looking out over the water.
On the west side of the property is the Cades Reef villa.
On the east side is the Fairfield villa.
Please Note: This specific listing is for the Fairfield villa.
Whether you are planning a quick weekend getaway, a week-long break with friends, or a long summer vacation with your extended family, Fairfield gives you the perfect mix of private space and open areas to gather together. The design of the villa blends modern comfort with classic Caribbean style, making it feel bright, clean, and incredibly welcoming from the moment you step through the door.
The Shared Space: An Epic Infinity Pool
Before we look inside the villa itself, we have to talk about the outdoor space. Sitting directly between the Fairfield and Cades Reef villas is a stunning infinity-edge swimming pool. This pool is the main gathering spot on the property and is designed to create an amazing view.
When you swim up to the edge of the pool, the water seems to drop off right into the Caribbean Sea below. It is an incredible optical illusion that makes you feel completely connected to the sea and the sky.
The pool area is large enough for everyone to enjoy at the same time. You can wake up early to swim smooth morning laps while the air is still cool. You can splash around with your family during the heat of the afternoon. You can float lazily on your back while watching the clouds move across the sky.
Surrounding the water is a massive sun deck made for pure relaxation. It is fully set up with comfortable, padded lounge chairs where you can work on your tan, dry off after a swim, read a great book, or enjoy a cold drink. The pool deck is also a fantastic spot to watch the sun go down, as the sky turns bright shades of orange, pink, and purple over the water.
Step Inside Fairfield: Space and Comfort
When you walk into the Fairfield villa, you will immediately notice how bright and open everything feels. The main living spaces are designed to let you move easily from room to room, making it perfect for groups who want to spend quality time together without feeling crowded.
The villa uses an open-concept layout with high ceilings and huge glass doors and windows. This design does two important things: it fills the entire house with natural tropical sunlight, and it frames the gorgeous ocean views so that you can see the blue water from almost anywhere inside.
Even though the villa is designed to catch the warm island sunshine, you never have to worry about getting too hot. The bedrooms are equipped with a modern, quiet air conditioning system. You can easily adjust the settings to keep the bedroom climate perfectly cool and crisp.
The Five Bedrooms: Your Own Private Haven
One of the hardest parts of planning a vacation with a big group is deciding who gets which bedroom. At Fairfield, that problem is completely solved. The villa features five separate, spacious bedrooms, and every single one of them is set up like a luxury suite. There are no small or uncomfortable rooms here, so everyone in your group will get a fantastic place to sleep.
Each of the five bedrooms includes: a true king-size bed fitted with high-quality mattresses and soft, clean sheets to guarantee a great night's rest; independent air conditioning--every room has its own remote control, so guests can set their bedroom temperature exactly how they like it; a private balcony to step outside directly from your room to enjoy the view in peace.
The bedrooms are spread out across the villa's layout to give everyone plenty of acoustic and visual privacy. If you want to stay up late watching a movie or chatting in the living room, guests who want to sleep early won't be disturbed.
Private Bathrooms
The luxury experience continues when you walk into the bathrooms. Each bedroom is paired with its own clean, modern bathroom, meaning there is never a wait to get ready in the morning or clean up after a day at the beach. For those staying in the executive master bedroom, the bathroom features a deep, relaxing hot tub. This tub is perfect for soothing your muscles after an active day of exploring the island. If you spent the morning hiking up Antigua’s green trails or spent the afternoon swimming in the ocean, you can fill up the tub, turn on the warm jets, and completely melt your stress away.
A Spacious Kitchen for Easy Cooking
If you love food, you are going to love the lower level of Fairfield. The villa features a large, fully equipped kitchen that serves as the heart of the home. This kitchen has a massive footprint with long, beautiful countertops. This means multiple people can help prepare dinner, chop fresh tropical fruit, or mix up drinks at the same time without bumping into each other.
The kitchen comes fully stocked with everything you could possibly need to cook your favorite meals: high-quality pots and pans, sharp cooking knives and cutting boards, plenty of plates, bowls, cups, and utensils for large groups, and modern appliances to make cooking quick and easy.
Whether you are just throwing together a quick batch of sandwiches before heading down to the beach, or cooking a massive, multi-course holiday dinner for the entire family, this kitchen can handle it all with ease.
Treat Yourself to a Private Chef
While having a great kitchen is awesome, a true vacation is all about relaxing and taking a break from regular chores. If you want to step away from the stove completely, we can easily arrange for a professional private chef to come to the villa and cook for you.
Imagine waking up to the smell of fresh coffee and a hot breakfast already laid out on the terrace. Picture coming home after a long day of sailing to find a gourmet Caribbean dinner waiting for your group. Our private chefs can create custom menus based on your exact tastes, handle all the grocery shopping, and even do the clean-up afterward. It is a fantastic way to celebrate a special occasion or simply pamper yourself during your stay.
Extra Services to Make Travel Easy
We want your stay at Fairfield to be completely stress-free; from the moment you land at the airport to the moment you say goodbye to the island. To help make that happen, we offer a wide variety of on-demand extra services that we can book for you before you arrive.
Car Rentals: We can have a reliable rental vehicle waiting for you right at the villa when you arrive, making it easy to explore the island at your own pace.
Private Drivers: If you prefer not to drive on the island's winding roads, we can match your group with a friendly, professional local driver who knows all the best shortcuts and hidden spots.
In-Villa Massages: You can book a certified massage therapist to come directly to the villa. Enjoy a relaxing massage out on your private bedroom balcony while listening to the real sound of the ocean breeze.
Personal Chefs: As mentioned before, we can set you up with culinary talent to handle any desired meal plan.
Our goal is simple: whatever you need to make your vacation perfect, just ask, and we will push to make it happen.
Flexible Booking Options
To make sure everything goes smoothly with your vacation plans, it helps to understand how the property rates work:
1. The rates listed on this page are for each villa separately. 2. When you book this listing, you are securing full, exclusive access to the entire 5-bedroom Fairfield villa, its private balconies, its massive kitchen, and shared access to the central infinity pool.
Traveling with a Large Group?
Fairfield is an amazing property on its own, but we frequently host very large groups, including large multi-generational family reunions, destination milestone birthday celebrations or anniversaries, small intimate wedding parties, and corporate team-building retreats.
If your group is large enough that you need more than five bedrooms, or if you simply want 100% total privacy across the entire hillside estate, you can rent both villas together. Booking Fairfield and Cades Reef at the same time gives your group a massive, private 10-bedroom compound with two kitchens, multiple living spaces, and exclusive, private use of the entire pool deck.
If you have any questions about how to book both villas together, or if you want to check availability for a combined stay, please reach out and message us directly. We are always happy to help you figure out the best setup for your trip.
Last Bit Before You Book
We want you to feel completely confident when booking your stay with us. We have worked hard to build a peaceful, luxurious home away from home here in Antigua, and we cannot wait to welcome you for an unforgettable Caribbean vacation!
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the ocean
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Sailing nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% organic food
Garden
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
Unit size: 5,000 square feet
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 PM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Our hostess will likely be on site for checking in and checking out. You will return any keys and fobs to her upon checking out.
If the hostess is not on site, you can leave keys and fobs on the kitchen counter. The gate down below can be left open for you to drive out.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Inquire upon booking.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Inquire upon booking.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. Note from host: Inquire upon booking. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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5 Bedroom Villa Panoramic View Infinity Edge Pool Antigua
Frequently asked questions
How close is Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets to the airport?
This villa is 14.7 mi (46-min drive) away from the V.C. Bird Intl. Airport (ANU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets to the beach?
This villa is 5.7 mi (18-min drive) from Jolly Beach and 13.4 mi (44-min drive) from Dickenson Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets?
No, there is no casino at this villa, but King's Casino (17-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets have a pool?
This villa features an outdoor pool.
Does Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets to downtown Cades Bay?
This villa is 1.6 mi away from Old Road.
Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Oceanview Infinity Pool & Spectacular Sunsets Reviews
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We had a great stay. Plenty of room for 2 families, great location, and the property managers super helpful. The pool is spectacular as well. Many great beaches within 5-15 min drive.
It’s hard to find something else to say that hasn’t been stated in previous reviews. This place is amazing! I’ll start with the booking. The Robert’s family does it right. Our host, Andrez couldn’t have been kinder or more accommodating. The spacious, clean home was perfect for our large family while we awaited my son’s arrival after competing in The World’s Toughest Row. It was perfect for his recuperation as we enjoyed the spectacular views, amazing pool, and stunning beaches. The location is perfect to take in a different beach everyday and a 30 minute drive to English Harbor as we cheered on other boats coming in while enjoying the historic Nelson’s Dockyard. The property manager, Nair, was readily available and responsive when needed. Lorraine and her cleaning staff are lovely and accommodating. Your stresses will really disappear while staying at Ft. Shelley, it’s magical.
We had a great time at Fort Shelley. The staff was amazing. One night, we had a special meal prepared by the staff. They did a great job. House very clean. The view from the house and pool were incredible.
Beautiful view! The pool is absolutely exquisite as is the view from every bedroom's balcony.
House is not very well stocked if you plan to cook at all, but lots of good cheap food to be had nearby to eat home cooked food from outside.
Hosts were incredibly kind, flexible, and responsive.
I'm not sure if I will be able to accurately state how incredible the villa and the family that hosts this villa are. From the great communication and service provided to our family to the breadth taking views, our trip was made enjoyable by staying here. The hosts made our transition from the airport to the villa smooth. The ladies in our group had a spa day on site that was arranged by the hosts. It was well worth setting this up. If you are looking for a great place to stay on Antigua, this is it. There are many places to eat near by and the beaches are great. By far one of our top places we have stayed at. Highly recommended!
Pictures do not do these villas justice! The views are magnificent! The villas are huge & roomy. BUT…beyond the beauty of the space & views, the service was WONDERFUL! From Andrez, his dad & brother to the BEST COOKS…Ms. Heather, Adria & Paula. The food was magnificent! We were taken care so well! Love it!!!
Words cannot begin to express how happy we were with our stay at Fort Shelley! This was our family's first trip to the island and we spent New Year's week exploring and enjoying as much as we could. The villa's location midway between Jolly Beach and English Harbor was perfect - there were lots of restaurants and groceries within easy driving distance.The house was clean and well equipped. The views are incredible - especially the sunset. The infinity pool is AMAZING. In fact, that is the only issue I have with the property - it was so nice it was REALLY hard to find the motivation to leave for our planned activities. :-) Our hosts were excellent and ensured that we had everything we needed during our trip. They also saved the day when I left our passports behind - making sure we got them in time to make our flight back home. I have never experienced such service and friendliness - thank you Andrez and Nair!!I have already recommended this property to several friends and family members and cannot wait for an excuse to return!
My family and I stayed at the villa and had the most wonderful vacation yet. Andrez and Nair were so helpful and accommodating! They were able to put us in touch with a driver, Shastri, whom we had throughout the week. He was wonderful and such a pleasure to get to know. He was so punctual and always made himself available around our schedule. The villa is situated way up on a hill and the views are incredible. As others have said, the pictures don’t do it justice. The view never got old! It was hard to leave when the car came to take us to the airport. The location is about 15 minutes from Jolly Harbour, where a couple of our excursions left from. We were about a 30 minute drive from English Harbour, where we also went a couple of times. Shastri gave us many suggestions on local beaches and restaurants and my entire family truly enjoyed every recommendation. It was such a wonderful vacation. We will definitely consider going back, maybe with a group and rent out both villas. Thank you Andrez and Nair.
This property is spectacular! Better than the pics.
I rented both villas over '23/'24 New Years for my wife's 50th birthday celebration. We had a group of 15 adults and everyone had a fantastic time. A highlight was the 5-piece steel/pan drum band the hosts helped us arrange for sunset b-day at the pool.
1) The view is amazing. Sunsets (and sunrises) are incredible.
2) The Roberts (Andrez, Nair and family) are extremely friendly and helpful.
3) The house is spacious, comfortable and clean. The master bedroom in each villa is massive. Every room has an ocean view.
4) Chef-prepared meals can be arranged, but we chose to eat most meals out. The hosts were extremely helpful in stocking the house with basics (breakfast, drinks, etc).
5) The location is great and convenient. There is 1 nice beach within a short walk, but we chose to explore different beaches and areas on the island each day. Many great beaches within a 10-15 min drive. We used Craig Lake's 'Get There' cab service (He could accommodate all of us in 1 van) We rented 1 car, too, which the hosts arranged for us.
8) Shirley Heights is 30-40 min away and is well worth the trip for the BBQ/Steel Drums on Thurs or Sun!!
9) A very popular snorkeling spot (Cade's Reef) is directly offshore from the house. It's too far to swim, but you can book trips from nearby. We rented a catamaran out of Jolly Harbor.
I would absolutely stay here again!! (Others in our group are already planning it.)
This was one amazing stay. First of all, after our booking, communication before our visit with the Roberts family was prompt, friendly and helpful. When we arrived, there was a welcoming committee who welcomed us like royalty! Mrs. Roberts even made us a rum cake that was amazing. This property is perched up on the hillside on the southwestern side of the island with a simply breathtaking 180 degree view of the Caribbean ocean and Cades Reef just off shore. The infinity edge pool is simply awesome and we spend much time there. The property itself is like driving up to a castle. It is a newer home protected by a stone wall all around and a security gate. We felt so safe and sound all the time. The home itself is huge, just so much space so sprawl out and enjoy friends and family. With 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, all with air conditioning and walk in showers by the way, we had plenty of room for our group. Every room has its own balcony with great views. A soft trade wind is almost always present and welcomed. But, the biggest selling point of this property isn't the property itself - it's the family that owns the property who are local and live just down the street. They are so helpful, go out of their way at the drop of the hat to assist any and all needs and are genuine in everything they do to make your stay amazing. We were lucky enough to have many interactions with Nair and Andrez. They helped us secure our required USA covid tests at the house so we could return home. We loved the opportunity to share a meal and drinks with Nair one night. He shared so much information about Antigua with us. And, after our departing flight was canceled by American Airlines, they took us right back in when the airline was unable to secure rooms for stranded passengers. If you get the chance to stay here, do it. You will have a stay that will leave you with friends and memories for a lifetime. Thank you Roberts family!
This property’s design is amazing; it is positioned so that you get beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea from every room.
The Villas are located up the hill from the main road with a paved drive way, therefore, access by vehicle was smooth. The double security gates that enclose the property were wide enough to accommodate our tour bus and the circular driveway was large enough for the bus to make a full turn comfortably.
The private setting was ideal, we rented both villas. (You can rent one at a time if you have a smaller group) My family and friends enjoyed being away from the crowds of the larger, noisy, impersonal, resorts. We were able to be festive without worrying about disturbing neighbors. Although we were a large group we never felt cramped.
The two main buildings are connected by a beautifully landscaped tropical garden walkway, but are far enough apart that if you only rent one villa it would still feel private. Next time I may take walkie-talkies to communicate with people in the other Villa, because even though wifi is included, the service was inconsistent and my cellular service was international so I was trying to avoid using it.
The infinity edge pool had umbrellas for shade, sun lounges for those who didn’t want shade; as well as, sitting chairs and tables for pool side card games and snacks. We spent much time there in the day and at night playing music and enjoying the deck.
Near the pool deck is an outdoor shower which was helpful for washing sand off when you return from the beach, we didn’t want to track it into the Villas.
The villas high ceilings kept the us cool when the doors & windows were open so we could enjoy the Caribbean breeze; but we also had the option of using the AC if we wanted.
The common areas were laid out so well that the loud sounds of laughter from our late night game night didn’t disturb the group members that went to bed earlier. These villas were really a great space for bonding & making memories.
Mrs. Roberts even made us a homemade rum cake that tasted spectacular!!! This very personal touch was another reason we were happy booking with a local family.
There was a private chef option, but our group chose to visit Ojs Beach Bar, Miracles Restaurant, Turner’s Beach Bar, Al Porto’s for Pizza, Dennis Restaurant, and Aunty Carvelle’s at Darkwood Beach because they we all so close by.
Overall we had a great stay. Thumbs up.