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Outdoor pool
Smart TV
Smart TV
Property grounds
Beach nearby, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 51600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Saint John, Saint John
  • Dickenson Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Runaway Bay Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Hodges Bay
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John's

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Dickenson Bay vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Dickenson Bay Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Marble Hill. Runaway Bay Beach and Cedar Valley Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dickenson Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Runaway Bay Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Heritage Quay - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Jolly Harbour Marina - 5 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Hodges Bay - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • V.C. Bird Intl. Airport (ANU) - 18 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms

Calypso Cottage is nestled in the hillside at Halcyon Heights with panoramic views of the Dickenson Bay. Two large bedrooms with oodles of space. In the centre of the well kept lush tropical gardens is a shared swimming pool. The perfect place to relax, recharge and rest the soul. Located on the favoured sunset side of the island and convenient for beaches, restaurants, grocery store and just 15 minutes from the airport.
This is our Island Home, it isn't a hotel, for stays over one week a refresh including changing sheets and towels is included. Additional housekeeping may be available at cost if requested.
Pool will be closed JUNE 2025 for renovations

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms to the airport?

This vacation home is 6.5 mi (18-min drive) away from the V.C. Bird Intl. Airport (ANU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 9-minute walk from Dickenson Bay Beach and 9.6 mi (36-min drive) from Jolly Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but King's Casino (5-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms to downtown St. John's?

This vacation home is 2 mi away from St. John's.

Reviews

Calypso Cottage Halcyon Heights Amazing Views 2 big bedrooms Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Man M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was great - we all had space and the ability to hit the beach at a moment's notice was awesome! One thing we were unaware was that there wasn't AC in the living room - which was a bit unexpected. We stayed in our rooms to enjoy the AC, but could have perhaps used more of the living room if it was cooler.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a truly excellent stay at Calypso Cottage! The villa has an amazing view, great space throughout and a well equipped kitchen. The pool and gardens are lovely with an abundance of tropical fruits growing all around. The location is great for accessing the local beaches and there is a wealth of information from Helen on how best to enjoy the island. The pool has just been renovated and although the work over ran into our stay, Helen was very attentive to our concerns. I would definitely recommend this villa to friends and family.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay there !

Vacation- nice place to stay ! Enjoyed it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ian f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Really great stay, would definitely stay again

We had such a wonderful stay at the Calypso cottage, the location was great, beautiful views, great property, and very helpful owner.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlene B., Red Deer, AB Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Views of Dickenson Bay

Property was exactly as advertised. We stayed for 14 nights and the unit was clean, well maintained and had everything we needed. Enjoyed the views from the veranda and spent many hours there. Walked every morning down the road to dickenson bay beach and a lovely beach walk there. Toured the island and a good location for touring lots of beaches and attractions. We appreciated having the use of beach chairs and cooler. We used the patio umbrella on the beach but struggled setting it up so would have appreciated an actual beach umbrella for shade. We used the fans most of the time and only air conditioning for a couple hours in our bedroom before we went to bed. Quiet area but you do hear a little noice from the road below. Everyone was very friendly and we enjoyed our time here and would recommend this unit.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely location

We really enjoyed staying at Calypso. It was a lovely cottage with a wonderful view. We enjoyed the location and the verandah very much. Only thing to note is that it doesn’t include any shampoo and such for showers. It’s not listed in the description at all so nothing wrong with the posting. I was just so used to having those that I missed that it wasn’t included in this one
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark and Nicole D., Tecumseh, ON Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful beaches

Calypso cottage has a beautiful view. Air conditioning works wonderfully and there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Mid- week housekeeping would have been nice as towels required washing up. Dryer did not work and the humidity makes for a long time drying on the veranda. Cottage is set up nicely with a short walk to Dickinson Beach and restaurants in the neighborhood.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Sean O.

Great trip

We had a great time at Helens condo.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue S., Sugar Grove, IL 60554, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Month of My Life

I spent the best month of my life in Antigua here, so definitely going to give the property all the stars, although I will mention a few things at the end. The home is very spacious, the bedroom upstairs is beautiful, the views are amazing and the decor is very cute. I was able to work remotely for a month here, the internet works fine. The bed is a bit firm, if I had to suggest anything it would be a mattress topper to make that room absolutely perfect, but its a very nice bedroom and bathroom. The middle floor is the kitchen and living room, love the furniture and decor. If the two fans are on and the doors are open with the mosquito netting closed its comfortable, but there is no a/c so it does get warm on that floor. We did not have an issue with mosquitoes and were able to keep the doors open almost all the time, the mosquito netting/curtains are perfect. The bottom floor is so/so, the beds are comfortable and the shower is very nice but it is the Caribbean, we did have a few insects in the downstairs bathroom we had to use Raid for. The home is very clean and the downstairs bathroom is the only place we had this issue after rain. The host was able to send the gardener and pest control so the issue should be taken care of. The location is great, parking was easy and we were able to drive down the hill to Dickenson Bay and park. The beach at the bottom of the hill is awesome and Treehouse Beach Club is down the street which has great food & cabanas :)
Stayed 29 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house with amazing views!

Helen has a beautiful and very spacious house. We were two adults and two small boys (7 and 8), but you could easily stay there with two families - definitely two couples and a child. There was everything we needed there and having two bathrooms really does make all the difference - and having a washing machine! Plenty of towels and linen. The house was fantastic. Helen was also incredibly quick to answer any of my questions - and very helpful. The swimming pool area was perfect and a great size pool for our young boys. It is a lovely quiet residential area and there were few guests but all very friendly. We had thought that the island would still be really busy until the end of April and the end of the UK school holidays - but actually there was nobody there at all.This suited us as we really wanted a quiet break just our family - and we had hired a car - so had the freedom to go to any of the beaches we wanted. But I think it would be quite good to note that nearly all of the beach cafes and bars were closed at this time of year - and only opened on cruise ship days otherwise it wasn't worth it for them...... The other thing is that we had not anticipated the price of food in the supermarkets. SO so so so expensive. Really you have to go to the market otherwise it costs so much as everything is imported. This is of course no reflection on the lovely house - just maybe useful information for anyone looking to book in April. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Aimee S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and roomy but disappointed

My husband and I came to Antigua to celebrate our 25th anniversary. The online description and pictures of this property looked amazing and the price was excellent so we booked it. We were disappointed when we arrived because everything in person looked a little dated and worn and the beds were QUEEN size, not king. With a 6'3 husband, it's kind of an issue. The AC in the bedrooms worked great but there is no AC in the living room, which we knew. The problem is that there is absolutely no air flow in the living room. The windows don't fully open, only have slat openings, the ceiling fan doesn't work and you can't leave the patio doors open because of the bugs. The lanai is beautiful and offers a great view, but the mosquitoes were quite bad. So we couldn't be outside because of the bugs and we couldn't be inside because it was too hot. It just wasn't the place for us to celebrate our 25th anniversary, so we checked out early and went to a 5 star resort on Fryes Beach, which I would definitely recommend. On the positive side, property is very clean, in a great location, and the owners do provide everything you need to enjoy the island. Under different circumstances, this place might be right for others just wasn't for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P., Toronto, ON

Liked: Cleanliness

Dickenson Bay gem at Halcyon Heights

The property, pool and villa are lovely, well appointed and maintained. Beautiful view of Dickenson Bay, short (10 minute) walk to the beach. Nice and quiet for sleeping and both bedrooms are air conditioned. One has an extra (single) bed where our teen daughter slept, the room was spacious with a large wicker chair between our beds so nobody felt crowded. Our host was responsive, quickly answering any questions, and also left a helpful list of recommended restaurants. Highly recommend this villa and a stay at Dickenson Beach which has several great lunch and dinner restaurants and a gorgeous, silky soft white sand beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning view

Quiet, peaceful and relaxing. Loved the birds coming for the sugar
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt O., Bristol, England.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable, large two bed property.

Pros: Easy check in, great communication with host, clean, good location, great view from the large balcony. Cons: Definitely rent a car as walking anywhere in the heat is painful as the property is at the top of a big hill. The cleaner cleaned our clothes but mixed expensive white clothes with coloured and ruined the whites. Mosquitos are rampant even when keeping doors and windows shut. Aircon only in bedrooms, would’ve been nice in the main living room/kitchen.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Marianne H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip to Antigua

The property was fabulous for what we needed. We used it as a base to travel the island and see all that Antigua had to offer. It was useful having parking available and the swimming pool was just what was needed for a cooling dip on returning back home. The beds were comfortable and the balcony area was great especially with the fans on. We could have done with instructions on how to use the oven/grill and the WiFi was fairly non-existant unless you were out the front door of the property. All in all I would definitely choose the property again and would be delighted with what I got.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Antigua stay 23

Very responsive owner. Property in a great location with an amazing view of Dickinson Bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous and great location

An excellent property 10 mins from the airport located by one of the best beaches on the island. Wonderful views and very comfortable accommodation if you wish to self cater when not enjoying the local eateries. A great place from which to explore the island on various days out. Hiring a hire is a must. Large supermarkets nearby. Lovely pool, what more could you ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable with lots of space for everyone

Our family enjoyed our week at Calypso Cottage. Helen provided exceptional communication, responding very quickly to all messages. The apartment itself is spacious and comfortable, with a lovely verandah where we spent all our time. The kitchen is functional, equipped with plenty of dishes/cups/glasses and basic cooking tools. Drinking water must be purchased in bottles. Bedrooms are a good size; bring an eye mask if you are sensitive to early morning light. We were happy to find that there were no bugs - we never even took our bug spray out of our bags (Antigua was having a heat wave during the May week that we were there - maybe it was too hot even for the bugs!) That said, we did keep the kitchen clean and did not leave garbage out, as requested. The property at Halcyon Heights Condominiums is beautifully landscaped and well cared for - lots of lovely bright blooms everywhere and a great pool to cool off in at the end of a hot day.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri R.

Liked: Cleanliness

fabulous

Absolutely lovely, wonderful views, great recommendations, Abe is a gem, pool was a delight, walking distance to two wonderful restaurants! Helen was always very responsive, even while living across the great big pond. 🙂
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Vacation Home

Helen’s cottage was exactly as expected and as described in the listing. We really enjoyed the large balcony and spent many hours on it enjoying the amazing view. Helen provided many helpful recommendations, including phone numbers for taxis and other services, which was extremely helpful. The rooms are large, the air conditioning in the bedrooms is strong, and the space was welcoming. We highly recommend Helen’s cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great location , whole family enjoyed the place. Apartment was clean , comfortable and had everything you’d need. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean R., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautifull scenery

great condo with everything you need. Lanai( porch) was where we lived withbeautifull views, birds and breeze. A bit far from beaches so recommend renting a car to get around.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Martyn A.

Antigua

We had two weeks exploring Antigua from our rental. The location was perfect for both the beaches and for St John’s . We managed to clock up over 1000 km which considering the size of Antigua is a lot of travelling!! The property was very good value for money and the location was perfect. Renting a private house can always be tricky but in Antigua it’s very tricky as there are no resorts as such where you can go out during the evening. This sort of experience is best enjoyed at one of the many all inclusive hotel and resorts in Antigua. We tried to book a table at three different hotels and were told on each occasion that we would need to stay for a minimum of three nights ! So we tended to have lunch at the beach and dinner at the property . The large terrace was perfect for a private dinner with stunning sunsets . Local supermarkets were very good stocking an excellent range which made cooking at home even more pleasurable. The property is very spacious and has two large double rooms both of which are en-suite . The road from the beach is a steep climb but a really good workout as well . I would recommend buying and using a torch as in the evening it gets very dark very early (in Feb ) so walking back to the house is best with some sort of light . In summary it was an amazing two weeks staying at an ideally located property. I wouldn’t consider it to be a luxury property but it was 100% value for money. A big plus when renting is always communication . If we had any queries about absolutely anything the property owner replied instantly despite there being a five hour time difference.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vic B., Moab, Utah

Liked: Cleanliness

Sunsets!!!

Helen is Amazing at communicating. Shona is great at simple questions about the island. Use them. Ask them questions. You will be happy you did. Rent a car. You will be happy you did. The house is a half a mile walk downhill to Dickinson Bay Beach, but if you want to go explore the island you Must have a car. I can't imagine taking the bus or taxis every time and having to wait and pay for that . Sunsets from the balcony are spectacular. Pool is ok for a quick plunge, nothing special, but views are amazing from there also at sunset with a cocktail. It felt very safe and it was quiet. Kitchen is well equipped except for lacking a couple of wider frying pans. Great selection of chefs knives, silverware and utensils. Fridge is big and cold and you have access to a cooler to bring to the beach along with other stuff like snorkeling equipment. All and all, in two weeks we had a great time. Keep in mind that you are on an island next to a jungle. You are in nature, so you will have to deal with the constant presence of various bugs. We opted not to use any sprays or chemicals, we kept the place extremely clean, but they still find their way in even if you keep the front door closed and the patio door closed as well. Not a problem for us, but many may be put out by this. We never used the Air Conditioning so we can't tell you how it works as we like it nice and warm. If we wanted cold we would have gone to Greenland not Antigua. 😉 Enjoy the rainstorms and soak the warm sun. Cheers! Vic, Anna and Andre
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wes K., Etobicoke

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise Found

The property was all we could've wanted and Antigua brought the sun, warmth and heat that beachgoers, like us, love. Exactly, as the listing, overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and millions of butterflies passing by the windows throughout the mornings and afternoons. As walkers, the communal pool was also a blessing in disguise as the beach is at the bottom of the hill and the walk up through the heat from the beach warrants a quick swim. All in all, a superb vacation, and Helen's property and her willingness to help out during the stay was awesome. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022