ENTRY REQUIREMENT - Passport valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry.
OCCUPANCY - Perfect for a couple, VK can accommodate up to 4 guests as follows: 1 additional adult who sleeps on the daybed in the living room; 1 or 2 children who sleeps on the twin beds in the loft, providing they are old enough to climb the ladder; 1 or 2 children who sleep on the daybed and mattress underneath if they are not old enough to climb the ladder.
LENGTH OF STAY - 1 or 2 weeks beginning and ending on Saturday.
SECURITY - Gated property surrounded by a wall and fencing, 2 minutes off the main road and 5 minutes from the Grace Bay tourist hub. Cameras monitor the entrance, driveway, walkways and shoreline.
CANCELLATION POLICY - Vrbo’s Moderate Policy.
WELCOME ABOARD – Villa Kendara prides itself on treating our guests to a Five Star experience. You will find hundreds of reviews online highlighting our spectacular setting, abundance of amenities, immaculate housekeeping and premier hosting. There are no crowds at VK, just privacy and the beauty of nature. For guests wanting to unwind and escape, VK is a haven. Follow our suggestions on what to bring, go grocery shopping once or twice and retreat to pool, sea and tropical living. For guests wanting to mingle and explore, VK is a perfect base, convenient to everything Provo has to offer during the day, yet peaceful and serene at night.
THE LOCALE – Nestled on a quiet cul de sac overlooking the Caribbean and Long Bay with the best panoramic view on Provo, VK is only 2 minutes off the main road and 5 minutes from the finest supermarket, topnotch restaurants and fun activities. Our ideal location at the upper end of Long Bay is just around the corner from the Grace Bay Beaches. At VK, you may swim out front, snorkel the coves and mangroves, relax at the pool by day, watch stunning sunrises in the morning and sunsets in the evening. The pool is steps away from the guesthouse, and the water’s edge is a minute from the pool down a short natural path to our sandbox oasis where you enter the sea. The more adventurous may fish the shallows, rent kite boards, kayaks or paddle boards, eat at the Tiki Bar Floating Restaurant, one mile out, or visit La Familia de Panama Shipwreck, three miles out.
THE ACCOMODATION - Viva la Providenciales from our second story, 1 BR, environmentally friendly guesthouse adjacent to Long Bay Beach. Designed by the owners as a home away from home rental, VK takes full advantage of the location (every room has a great view) and offers island living in affordable luxury for a couple or couple with children. As you enter our enclosed property through the automatic gate, the beauty of the natural landscape will catch your eye. Park in front of the Welcome Sign, and take a moment to observe the Courtyard with patio for BBQ and Deck Box filled with snorkeling gear and beach accessories, the coral stone walkway that wraps around the property and brings you to the deck and 20’ x 4-1/2’ pool overlooking the sea, ample outdoor seating and pergola for shade. Now it’s time to take the private, tropical lined walkway to the guesthouse. Before entering, pause to observe the view from the outdoor seating and dining area on the balcony. Inside you’ll be greeted by an open plan living space, lots of natural sunlight, porcelain flooring, cathedral ceiling and island décor throughout.
THE LAYOUT – THE EAT-IN GOURMET KITCHEN is fully equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances, many small appliances, central island, Staron countertops, solid maple cabinets filled with more supplies than comparable rentals and a washer/dryer combo with ironing board, iron and detergent. The LIVING ROOM has a daybed and chairs with ample seating for 4 or bed space for an extra adult or younger child, a large screen TV and workspace. THE BEDROOM has a queen size bed, custom-made shell lamps and a large multi-drawer bureau. The ENSUITE BATHROOM is replete with bubble glass shower, vanity filled with sundries, and large mirror storage closet. THE LOFT has 2 twin beds and is suitable for 1 or 2 children, old enough to climb the ladder, or teens. There are AC and Fans throughout, an Alarm System, Games to Play, and best of all, the Exclusive "Johnson Guide to Provo" and “Study Guide to North and Middle Caicos with their companion "Travel Guides" for the car. Everything you need to know about VK, Provo and the outer cays is at your fingertips!
ENVIRONMENT FIRST – TCI’s motto is “Beautiful By Nature.” Our air is pure and our water pristine. At VK, our goal is to preserve the “Nature” wherever possible. The entire property is landscaped by nature, supplemented with indigenous plants. We irrigate with rainwater and grey water; our drinking water is seawater distilled by osmosis, no chemicals added; our saltwater pool generates its own chlorine from the sun. In addition, there are fans in every room to keep AC to a minimum and make it more efficient when required. All fixtures have LED light bulbs. Furnishings are made of natural or recycled materials. Garbage is separated and recycled at the Environmental Management Station. Finally, we conserve water and energy as much as possible and ask our guests to do the same.
THE MYTH BEYOND - You want to visit Providenciales because it's consistently rated a top vacation destination with the best beach in the world. If you're thinking the only thing to do is sit on the beach and take in the sun, then you're in for a very big surprise. Of course, you may go to a different beach every day, each one more beautiful than the next; however, you may also choose from a wide variety of activities on land, sea and in the air.
ON THE SEA - Imagine paddle boarding through the mangroves; kite boarding on Long Bay where the conditions are near perfect year-round; kayaking in small inlets around tiny cays; diving off the coral reefs and walls; snorkeling right in front of our property. Fishermen take note that the shallows off Provo are teeming with bonefish, and deep sea, bottom and bone fishing are phenomenal. Those interested in renting small motor boats and sailboats can chart their own course. If water sports are not your cup of tea, sit back, relax and put yourself in the capable hands of a tour boat captain who will take you to secluded beaches and places of interest.
ON LAND - Not into water sports or touring by boat, land lovers may enjoy horseback riding, working out or playing tennis, golfing at the championship Royal Turks and Caicos Golf Club or gaming at the Casablanca Casino. Not into any of the above, then walk on the beach, bike on the secondary roads, rent a motor scooter, or pamper yourself with spa treatments.
IN THE AIR - Maybe you'd rather see Provo from above; then parasailing is for you. It's from there that you really come to appreciate the color of the water and the patterns of the reefs.
ISLAND PARTNERS - We have five island partners, Grace Bay Car Rentals, Big Blue Collective, SUP Provo, Sea Jay Cruises and Ayer Spa. Each offers our guests a 10% discount or special pricing and is tops in their field. We recommend Big Blue for diving and excursions to the outer islands, such as exploring West Caicos, bicycling on North Caicos and spelunking on Middle Caicos. We recommend both for snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding, depending on your interests. Big Blue is more sports oriented, while SUP Provo offers a more educational approach. Each has an excellent kiteboarding program. For total relaxation and rejuvenation, Ayur Spa offers their spa treatments, massages and wellness packages at Villa Kendara by the pool. Visit our partners' websites for more detail.
DINING OUT - Provo is a treasure trove of Good Value to Upscale Restaurants. Choose from American, Caribbean, French, Fusion, Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, Jamaican, Japanese, Mexican, Tex-Mex and Thai cuisines. The dress is always casual. Reservations are required at some of the more popular restaurants. A few of them close during September to mid-October. Most have indoor/outdoor seating in inviting settings. Eat and watch the sunset overlooking Grace Bay; marvel at the color of the water and the tiny picturesque islands of Chalk Sound; mingle with the locals at out of the way hangouts, watch boats in the Marinas; sit under the stars amidst a canopy of palm trees; admire the tropical foliage in uniquely landscaped gardens; pause for a bite at a beachfront café that is an extension of the beach itself. There is something for everyone, and the quality is first rate.
FOOD SPECIALITIES - Wherever you dine, be sure to sample the local seafood such as conch, grouper, langouste, snapper, and wahoo. Provo is best known for conch that lives in pink pearl shells and inhabits the shallow areas of Long Bay and Grace Bay. Try fritters, lightly breaded and fried to perfection; fingers or cracked pieces with just the right amount of crunch; ceviche with its tangy flavor; the sauté with herbs over a fresh garden salad; chowder that varies from bisque to chunky; a burger savory with spices.
WHY RENT A VEHICLE - To explore the 37.5 square miles and appreciate what Provo has to offer, you must rent a car. Keep in mind that taxis and excursions that provide transportation are expensive so a car pays for itself in no time. Also, you pick up the car at the airport and drop it off there, which is most convenient. An economy car is sufficient unless you plan on driving in the hinterlands.
THE BEST CHOICE - Provo is only 3-1/2 hours from New York and 1-1/2 hours from Miami. For privacy, security, best view, natural beauty, direct access to the water, abundance of amenities and supplies, convenience to stores, restaurants and activities, island partner discounted and the "Johnson Guide to Provo," Villa Kendara offers luxury at an affordable price with everything you need to make your vacation enjoyable.
