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Private Caribbean Retreat

Villa perfectly located for exploring Scarborough

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Outdoor pool
Beach towels
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beach towels
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Scarborough, Tobago
  • Place, Royalton Casino
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Scarborough Botanical Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort King George
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Scarborough

City center stay.Within a 10-minute walk of the villa, you'll find Royalton Casino and Scarborough Botanical Garden. I Love Tobago Sign and Fort King George are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Royalton Casino - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Scarborough Botanical Garden - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort King George - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Tobago Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Botanical Gardens - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shore Things Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Royal Castle - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Barcode - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Ciao Pizza - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Caribbean Retreat

MOMENTS
Moments is not your typical vacation resort. Nestled in the hills of Scarborough, Tobago, situated northeast of its twin island Trinidad, this beautifully appointed villa offers you a home away from home on this small lush Caribbean island replete with rainforests, waterfalls and pristine beaches. Tobago is not your usual touristy island. Tourism does not feel imposed on this country; the island is beautifully defined by its unique local life.

Come here to relax, replenish or rejuvenate. Come with your spouse or partner to rekindle a romance. Come to start, finish or edit your book. (contact us ref. writers packages). Moments features two elegant bedroom suites, each with a private master bath and gorgeous ocean views. You will find a fully appointed kitchen with dining sitting areas that open to a semi-circular porch for sitting, reading or just gazing at the vast ocean view. For guests seeking to reserve both bedrooms the rate is $150 per night. Please contact the owner directly for other longer term rates.

Two steps down and you are in the whirlpool for a soothing water massage under the sun or the moon or in the pool for an invigorating or relaxing swim. Moments surrounds you in tranquility and natural beauty day and night. Moments is close to many open stretches of beach, however, it is recommended that you plan to rent a car or hire a driver for the length of your stay or for day trips. 'Tranquility'-

Tobago is luxuriantly forested with an abundant water supply and mountainous terrain marked by waterfalls and mountain pools along the courses of its many small rivers. Protecting Tobago's coastline is mile after mile of coral reef harbouring a wide variety of marine life which feeds on the fertile convergence of two seas. The mean annual temperature is 32 degrees C (89 degrees F) with an average rainfall of 200 cm (40 inches). Dry season is from January to May and wet season from June to December. Significantly, Tobago is outside of the hurricane belt.

Keywords: Beaches, Relax, Replenish or Rejuvenate, Breath Taking Views, Rainbows, Eco-tourism, Diving, Snorkeling

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Rates are subject to change until your reservation is confirmed through your 50% deposit. Rate for 1bedrooms is $100 per night. Please note, stays of 14 to 29 days are at a rate of $85 per night. For bookings of stays between May 30 and November 30, cancellations within 60 days will incur a 50% of the fee paid. Cancellation within 30 days of stay will result in a forfeit of 100% of fee paid. For bookings between Dec. 1 and May 30, full payment of the fees for the stay are due upon booking and cancellation within 90 days of stay will result in forfeit of the amount paid.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Private Caribbean Retreat Villa Scarborough
Private Caribbean Retreat Scarborough
Private Caribbean Retreat Sca
Private Caribbean Retreat Villa
Private Caribbean Retreat Scarborough
Private Caribbean Retreat Villa Scarborough

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Caribbean Retreat to the airport?

This villa is 9.2 mi (22-min drive) away from the Tobago (TAB-A.N.R. Robinson Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Caribbean Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Private Caribbean Retreat to the beach?

This villa is 9.7 mi (26-min drive) from Pigeon Point Beach and 5.2 mi (14-min drive) from Turtle Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Caribbean Retreat offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Caribbean Retreat ?

No, there is no casino at this villa, but Royalton Casino (5-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Private Caribbean Retreat ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Caribbean Retreat ?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Private Caribbean Retreat have a pool?

This villa features an outdoor pool.

Does Private Caribbean Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Private Caribbean Retreat to downtown Scarborough?

This villa is 0.3 mi away from Scarborough.

Private Caribbean Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Stunning views and good amenities. Great relaxing getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Domonique H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Delivered

This has been my 2nd Birthday stay at Moments and I couldn't be more pleased with the property location, accessibility, amenities and extremely helpful Mr. Neilson . The view is breathtaking, nothing is more inviting than the cleanliness and convenience of Moments villa and comfort for any and all who have the pleasure of resting here !
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shane K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Moments had moments alright

Property was what it said it was Very steep driveway but beautiful views Needs a little work and in this country you need AC for which it does not but the pool makes up for that Other wise everything there to make you stay there an unbelievable experience
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KC H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, private, and peaceful

Wow, I could not ask for a better view or a more memorable stay. This villa has stunning vistas, is close to Scarborough, yet quiet and calm. Yes, it could definitely use air conditioning in the bedrooms, because Tobago is hottttt! But the private infinity pool and jetted whirlpool easily made up for it. I loved my time at Moments. You will love it too. Great stay!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Domonique H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This amazingly serene ,beautifully kept property has easily become my favorite place to create memorable moments in : Kathleen’s keen attention to decorative detail and Mr. Godnalds overwhelming hospitality, willingness to go above and beyond expectations and above all his wonderful friendly personality has left me feeling as though I were home . I am grateful beyond compare for this experience and the beginning of what is sure to be my place of peace and happiness . Thank you for showing me what tangible bliss is made of ! 💜💜
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view, clean pool and breezes that ensure comfort and relaxation.

Renting this property was smooth and effortless. Mr Nelson (property manager) was responsive to any of our needs and always shared pleasant conversation while doing so. One would definitely want to rent a car for this location or at least be prepared to taxi. This property has some stairs that could become slippery when wet so I would exercise caution if stairs are a problem and to always use the railing. The neighbourhood felt safe and was great for our morning walks. A natural beach was just a 15 minute walk away and made for a gorgeous hour long beach walk. Overall, we were very happy with our choice to rent this beautiful spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marsha C.

Liked: Communication, location

The best view but

Moments was by all accounts and shared by the group the best view on the island. The swimming pool was also very very lovely. I must say and I am an island girl so by no means I had any problems adapting. However the layout of this home is weird, the living room and kitchen sits downstairs and you have to walk about 15 steps upstairs to the bedroom and bathrooms. Now 3 things that is tough : 1. If anyone in your party is in a wheelchair or physically disabled this is not the place to stay 2. If you don't have an all wheel drive or 4×4 it will be very difficult to climb the hill. 3. There is no AC and it makes for a hot time day or night and if rains you are unable to walk to your bedroom or go to the kitchen as the steps are not covered. Overall my family enjoyed the outdoors . Mr. Nelson is a very very nice man
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Suzanne Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

3 days stay from a 28 day booking. VRBO of no help at all.

The property wasn’t what we expected. Bedrooms are accessible by an exterior staircase through a separate locking front door, and this is a wholly separate area to the living accommodation. Odd. And meant carrying separate keys, even indoors. The property is well overdue for some TLC. One of the 4 available burners on the cooker was out of use due to rust. A second did not heat efficiently. I question the overall safety of the appliance. Nonetheless, we’d get by. The VRBO listing suggested bars/ restaurants nearby - there are none. The nearest decent-sized supermarket is quite some distance away. A car is essential. No fault of the owner, but 3 days after we arrived a major building work started immediately next door. This compromised the privacy we’d sought and and the noise started early and continued until nightfall both days before we moved out. We were given an immediate refund, and our booking cancelled, to be vacated the following day. We were then completely stranded as VRBO were of no help whatsoever. We were timed out of the helpline 3 separate times, each time having to go through full booking and reservation details and each stage of the problem, before being told there were computer issues, being put on hold, then having the online chat disconnected because it had been too long without agent activity. Fortunately, friends on the island helped, and we found another property to use for our stay. It took VRBO 4 days to get in touch and offer to help. We can’t recommend the accommodation, if only because to lose half the cooker on a self-catering holiday is rather unreasonable, and we won’t recommend VRBO as they proved utterly pointless and without willingness to help problem-solve. And it was a very significant problem.
Stayed 28 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very nice place for a quiet getaway

The location and view from the front is really worth the trip!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Bacolet villa

The property is beautiful and quiet but needs to be modernized. There is only one small tv in the living room area and no televisions and AC in the bedrooms. Although the location is safe and quiet, it is dismal. The property manager Mr. Gosnel is super accommodating and helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

gosnel n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place for great relaxation

This property is something to get up to every morning. The view is magnificent, over looking the ocean. Very peaceful area, if you looking for somewhere to relax I strongly recommend this property.
Verified

8/10 Good

Tamara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed it!

Had a little technical difficulties on the first day but being there for the 4 days it began to feel like home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karimah M.

The view was everything.

Overall, an amazing experience. Mr.Nelson is always on call whenever you need his services. Beautiful house. Just wish that i can stay longer. See you soon ! The place lived up to its name.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Beautiful view of the ocean with more than all we needed!

This place is beautiful, well stocked beyond expectations, and serene! We loved how close the home was to nearby shopping and restaurants. It was also a joy to find the pool always at the perfect temperature, no matter what time of day. When we arrived, we saw the kitchen was fully stocked with seasonings and cookware...perfect for anyone who loves to cook! You also get to enjoy delicious rain water for drinking, which is more refreshing than one could imagine! The home is also in an area that is very quiet and serene. You can hear and watch all the local wildlife come alive around you. If you are from the city, this is your chance to escape all the distractions and hear what we often miss amidst all the traffic. We highly recommend this place and will definitely come again to have more Moments under the Sun.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian g.

tobago fabulous

Moments was everything we could hope for and more!! It was comfortable and Mr. Nelson was always concerned about his guests. The view--breath taking. For us it was the perfect distance from town--we love to walk. counting on returning to Tobago next year!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lars T.

Relaxing and fantastic island to visit.

Moments is located almost on ”the top” in Bacolet with a fantastic view. The house itself is not the most modern, but everything you need is there, but No AC. Loves the pool ...
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Magnificent view. Well maintained with a big, beautiful pool and a great outdoor shower.

Always great to be on the island and wonderful to have found a property that is so inviting with amazing views on three sides and the ocean right there. You can see the ferry coming and going. Loved it all!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

JOHANNA G.

Peaceful in Paradise

My family of 4 stayed at Moments near the end of our vacation. The view is as beautiful as shown - we even saw a rainbow! Nelson was available for any questions/concerns we had - but everything was just right. Great views, lovely space, near the main highway. I just wish we could have stayed longer.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Stunning view with privacy!!

This place is all about the view! Absolutely stunning. . However, this may possibly be changing as the lot just to the west was cleared the week before we arrived which leads one to believe another home is to be built which would likely take the view towards the west. Hopefully the privacy of this home will not be disturbed as this is another GREAT point of this home. The upstairs plumbing is in need of replacement but still usable. The netting over the beds works but I would prefer screen on the windows, but that;s just me. The home and pool were clean. We swam several times daily. Mr. Nelson was extremely nice and came immediately when we called. He also hooked us up with a driver for our stay. Andy, our driver is the very best Ambassador for Tobago!!! He knows all the best places to eat and the best tours.He can answer most any question you have about the area. The walk UP the driveway is a killer but a good work out for the glutes :) The furniture by the pool was not comfortable and there were no loungers that could lay flat for sun-bathng but I would certainly still stay here again.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Michelle O.

Gorgeous View

The view from this property is beautiful. Nice and relaxing to sit in the pool on those hot days. Property has most of the items you will need for your stay and property Manager, Gosnel, will help you with anything that you need. Property is a 30 minute walk into town so a car is recommended unless you like to just sit around by the pool and do nothing. Taxi/driver costs can add up over the week. Local cell phone for this property would be recommended for safety reasons.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

little bit of heaven in Tobago

this house was just lovely... carefully situated in a neighborhood with other houses, it seems you're all by yourself in this tropical paradise! The kitchen was functional (you're on vacation, not slaving over a hot stove!! so it's perfect), the bedrooms clean and the view from the pool is just stunning. Had dinner in more often then not because it's the best view on this beautiful island. Marlon was a perfect host and kept things running smoothly. We rented a jeep which was probably necessary given some of the steep roads on the eastern side of the island, and the driveway! Another tip - we came in on a late flight, and just made it to the car rental place before it closed at 9pm. If possible, don't fly in too late. other then that... bring the sunscreen and enjoy! there was always a gentle breeze so my bug spray stayed in my suitcase, untouched. Love Moments!! we will be back for more!
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2016
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sara N.

Amazing time at Moments

We loved Moments in Tobago. The rental was perfect for our family. We loved the comfort level of the house, the proximity to town, yet quiet of the area, and the view doesn't have words. Our kids logged multiple hours daily in your pool. Tobago is an amazing island and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nicol R.

Tolle Aussicht, Pool und Haus

Tolle Lage des Hauses, man ist für sich alleine und kann den Pool und die Jacuzzi in vollen Zügen geniessen. Der Manager ist auch immer per Telefon erreichbar und Hilft immer
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2015
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Brittney N.

Perfect Holiday House

My stay at Moments was wonderful! I live in Trinidad so I arrived via a ferry service. This house is situation ontop a small hill, very secluded but not far away from civilisation at all, it gives you the privacy and get away without wondering about security. Near by restaurants and a 5 mins drive from a grocery. The pool was clean and a decent size, also a relaxing position to swim and become consumed by the spectacular ocean view. The villa for rent is next to the main villa that is closed off from visitors, the downstairs has a living room/dining room/kitchen. A perfect size for you and your company to chat and spend time while eatting/cooking. The place was very clean and well taken care of. Both bedrooms are upstairs, with its own door as the stair case is on the outside. Both bedrooms are opposite from each other with its en suite bathroom. Bedrooms and bathroom were identical. Despite the lack of a/c, the nights were cool as the rooms had adequate windows to open and allow chilly night breeze in. There is also an outdoor shower, a very nice add on. I prepared myself for bugs and mosquitos, both of which was not a problem at all during my stay. The hill to get to the villa is rather steep with a bend, so I would definitely recommend a big vehicle that would be capable of driving up with ease. I would also recommend calling the houseman when you arrive for directions to avoid getting lost. The houseman is very helpful, and on call if needed, but also gives you your privacy and only visits on request. My only complaints would have to be poor wifi service and the kitchen utensils. The pan/pot variety was small and may restrict some meals from being prepared, some appliances were a bit out dated, but myself along with my party made the best of it, so it didnt pose a big problem at all. I will recommend walking with a few major utensils, fry pan, can opener, etc. All in all I will definitely return, and recommend Moments, it is a perfect holiday house, has just enough space needed, and provides the necessities of a vacation house. Perfect for a get away from the city life, a peaceful view and a very safe feeling. The owner replied to my emails very promptly and was very willing to attend to any questions I had, and interacting with the housman was very enjoyable. Moments is a great vacation house, I fully enjoyed my stay!
Archival

8/10 Good

Nika G.

Moments

Everything was good but just the hot tub was not hot