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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
TV, DVD player, books
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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St. James, St. James
  • Sandy Lane Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Sandy Lane Country Club Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Holetown Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

A Haven Away ~From~ Home

Tamarind Tree apartment offers 'a haven away from home' to visitors seeking tranquility and comfort while still having close access to restaurants, fast food outlets, supermarkets, pubs and the beach.

The beachfront property is situated at Paynes Bay beach along the West Coast of Barbados and is approximately:
Fifteen minutes drive from Bridgetown
Fifteen minutes walk from Sandy Lane Hotel
Five minutes from Lime Grove and Holetown
Five minutes walk from Shades

The apartment's elevation allows for cool breeze ventilation and a panoramic view of our garden, fish pond and the ocean, from its bay windows and seaside porch. A sea side tree perch is expected to be added shortly for our visitors uninterupted sunset viewing.

The property consist of two bedrooms (with air conditioning) - one bedroom contains a queen-size bed and the other two twin beds; two bathrooms with Living area and patio tastefully decorated for our visitors comfort. The open plan kitchen and Living room has a ceiling fan to assist with air circulation. Guest are treated to complimentary refreshment on arrival and all special request are attended to promptly.

Let us help you enjoy a memorable and peaceful vacation in our cozy setting.

Keywords: Beachfront Apartment
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Paynes Bay Beach. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 2 bathrooms in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and 2 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Sandy Lane Beach and 9 minutes from Carlisle Bay
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Paynes Bay apartment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking only on Patio

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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.
  • Note from host: Children to be monitored by an adult.

Events

No events allowed
Approved parties allowed on the beach front.

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking only on Patio

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: Approved parties allowed on the beach front.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Haven Away Home Apartment St. James
Haven Away Home Apartment
Haven Away Home St. James
Haven Away Home
A Haven Away From Home Paynes
A Haven Away ~from~ Home Apartment
A Haven Away ~from~ Home Paynes Bay
A Haven Away ~from~ Home Apartment Paynes Bay

A Haven Away ~From~ Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Sherri D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Underwhelming

This is the first time I have had to write a negative review of the property. The host was not accommodating at all. First of all there were extremely steep stairs that were not mentioned and no one to assist us in getting our luggage up the stairs. When we complained she finally got someone to carry our luggage. The rooms were clean but not outstanding. There were two bathrooms but one of the toilets did not work. We would have left if not for the fact we only stayed one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Zbigniew F.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beachfront location, lack of cleanness

Direct beach access is a big plus. Surroundings include heavy traffic main road, a lot of noise from there, not much to do, no walking trails, one or two restaurants. Accommodation requires urgent attention, needs to be up renovated. Place was not clean, the owners must clean up their apartment for future guests.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michael N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely place right on beach

Everything was good
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hazel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful location

Couldn’t be closer to the beach! Hosts very helpful and accommodating! Only downside was finding the apartment initially as the sign was missing. The real seller was the included beach beds they set up for us every day.Came home and immediately booked to return next year..
Stayed 42 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Randall and Andrea T., Ladysmith, British Columbia, Canada

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Richard D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location for a family vacation

My family recently spent a night at Madeline’s and William’s place on Payne’s Bay. The location was great, right on one of the best beaches in Barbados. It’s also close to many restaurants and bars and close to Holetown.Madaline as excellent at keeping in touch leading up to our stay and William was equally as good to welcome us and ensure that we settled in well.Having sun loungers ready for us on the beach was lovely touch, so to was the flexibility for checkin and check out. The apartment is basic, however, it has everything needed for a comfortable stay. The view from the balcony out to sea was also lovely. There is a bar and restaurant between the apartment and the beach. Great for drinks and light meals and snacks. Worth noting that the noise level was not too bad, with music played during the day time.Thanks again Madaline and William. Great meeting you!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jalani

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

C E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location Beautiful beach

Quaint property, located in Paynes Bay. There’s a small beach bar and grill located on the property which is perfect to have lunch. Walking distance to a few restaurants and easy to access cabs or public transportation. Owners are quick to respond to requests. Hidden gem!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay, awesome location and the staff was super friendly and helpful. William even drove me to the store and waited for me to shop the first night I arrived and drove me to the airport so i didn't have to take the bus when I left.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harjinder T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Madaline is an excellent host

We stayed for only one day but Madaline made it very special for us. She went above and beyond to accommodate our needs. The location of the house is right at the beautiful beach. It is a true homely experience away from home. Would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location on Paynes Bay Beach

It is very nice to be able to walk out the door and be only a few steps to the beach or watch the sunset from the balcony. The apartment is basic in its furnishings, but comfortable. William was helpful in looking after a couple of things and we enjoyed talking with him. The beach restaurant was convenient to have on site, providing various items for our use. Overall, it is not as fancy as other accommodations might be, but is reasonably priced.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Joseph B., Mount Airy

Liked: Cleanliness

Homely and informal

Homely and informal
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Minka C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful vacation

We enjoyed our vacation in Barbados. The location is excellent(on the beach), and the hosts, Madaline and William, are great people—ready to help at any given moment. Every morning, we had 2 chairs on the beach awaiting us. There is a small playground for kids—we use it all the time for our granddaughter, 2 years old. The grocery store is near there, and there are lots of restaurants around. Gazebo offers food and drinks if you prefer to avoid cooking. We had a great time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick stay

We stayed here for a weekend between visiting friends on the island. The location is superb, beautiful beach and all the staff very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location, location, location

The two bedrooms gave ample space for our family of four and as described by others Madeleine, William and Alison were very helpful & friendly. The air conditioner in the bedrooms worked well. Addressing other reviews, the place could maybe do with a lick of paint and one of the bathrooms had a strong sulphur smell but the location right in the middle of Paynes Bay is excellent. The beach chairs set up on the beach for us every day, just yards from the back door made everything so easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time was had!

The apartment was clean, well maintained and in a fabulous location. Steps from the beach, close to restaurants and the owners were very helpful with all our questions. We would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect apartment in prime location

This apartment is run by a lovely local family. They’re very helpful and friendly. The location is superb, right on Paynes Bay, a few metres away from the sea :) the kitchen has all you need, the bedrooms have air-conditioning. I’d say pretty perfect! We will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

michelle C.

Great Beach front accommodation

Madeline & William were fantastic hosts, we loved our stay it was relaxing the location is amazing and we had sun beds put out for us daily. We hope to return soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
When you stay in this apartment you are truly in Barbados next to the beach. You intermingle with the natives who are very kind and helpful especially William the owner who took care of our needs. Nice man. Great place. We would return.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith s.

Liked: Cleanliness

One weeks great stay ( Thank you all )

The apartment is meters from the beach my son in law cooked breakfast for me everyday that we had on the balcony overlooking the Caribbean it had too good sized bedrooms with a bathroom each a well stocked bar on the beach with hot and cold food all the staff were very friendly and helpful with a sense of humour hope to be back in September , thank you all for making us welcome. Keith UK .
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aubrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great place!

William and Madeline went out of their way to make us feel welcome. We checked in at supper time and William even drove us to a nearby restaurant and returned to pick us up afterwards. In the morning, the bar and grill on the beach behind the property provided a great place for some delicious food and drinks. We’d love to return and stay longer !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Madeline was awesome, went over and above. The location was perfect and the beach was out our back

Awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jeffry k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed Our Stay

Madalane and Copper were great hosts. Copper drove us to the grocery store when we arrived. They provide beach chairs and umbrellas for their guests.When the fridge broke they replaced it the same day. They run a small beach bar and restaurant by the apartment which was very good and reasonably priced. The beach is excellent for swimming. We used the bus to get around, they come very frequently. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location Location Location!

Basic but very clean, spacious apartment within metres of the most beautiful beach! Sun beds and umbrellas out ready for us every day. Lovely little beach bar for meals and drinks. The owners, William and Madalyn were a delight, and answered any questions we had. Our only problem was locating the property as we arrived at night. This property is just off the main road, not up Holders Hill. If you want a no frills beach holiday, this place is simply perfect.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect apartment for exploring Paynes Beach

You couldn't ask for more welcoming hosts or a more convenient apartment to enjoy Paynes Beach. The apartment was perfect for our family of four and we thoroughly enjoyed our few nights here. Our only regret was not spending more time here. Especially for our daughter, the cats and kittens were a highlight of our travels - especially "Mongoose". Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022