Longview is a spectacular 7,000 sq ft. private villa which is located inside the prestigious Round Hill estate. There are spectacular views from this villas, as you look down the rolling grassy hill to the blues of the Caribbean Sea and the district views of Montego Bay. There is a large main house which has 3 very spacious bedrooms. A lovely guest cottage has 2 additional bedrooms and private amenities and this cottage is located near the wonderful private tennis court for this villa.

On lush acres of beautifully landscaped and terraced grounds atop posh Round Hill, Longview Manor commands sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea and blue-green mountain range. Large furnished verandahs are vantage points for memorable sunrises and sunsets. After sunset, the lights of the town of Montego Bay across the sea form an unforgettable jeweled backdrop.

Three broad stone steps lead from the 1,300-square-foot east verandah to one of the largest terraces and private pools in this group of villas. The east verandah offers vast mesmerizing views over the deep blue sea day and night. The west verandah is the al fresco dining porch. This area captures the glorious western sunsets.

The verandahs and Great Room are on 4,000 square feet of cool marble floors, suitable for dancing to music from the indooroutdoor sound system. From the Great Room, 12 French doors open wide and 9 ceiling fans augment the almost non-stop tradewinds that kiss the top of Round Hill year-round.

A two-minute stroll down the hill brings guests to the middle terrace and the lovely three-bedroom Guest Cottage. Just across the lawn on the lower terrace is the private tennis court. The head gardener has nurtured a wealth of incredibly beautiful roses, lilies, double and triple hibiscus and bougainvillea. The lawns and gardens are photogenic sites for family reunion pictures and sunset weddings amidst flower-draped garden walls framing the multi-hued sea beyond.

Longview Manor has hosted countless international celebrities and Academy Award-winning producers, directors and major movie stars. Meals here merit special attention. The Longview Manor cook has completed the Villas by Linda Smith Gourmet Cuisine Course and earned the chef’s emblem. Grocery budget is $45-$55 per adult per day, $20 per day for preteen children.

ACCOMMODATIONS

MAIN HOUSE - 4 BEDROOMS
Master Suite 1,000 sq
Kingsize four-poster bed, large sitting area, sea view. Glamorous 450-sq-ft air-conditioned bathroom, ft 42-sq-ft pink marble shower and walled garden, deep whirlpool tub, double vanity.

Bedroom 2
Kingsize bed. Ocean view. En-suite bathroom.

Bedroom 3
Optional kingsize or twin beds. Ocean view. En-suite bathroom

Bedroom 4
Optional kingsize or twin beds. En-suite bathroom

GUEST COTTAGE - 3 BEDROOMS
Bedrooms 4, 5, 6

* Each bedroom has optional kingsize or twin beds and modern en-suite bathrooms.
* Sofa bed in living room
* Kitchenette with fridge, ice maker, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker
* Wireless Internet access
* Cable television
* Breathtaking all-day view of the deep blue Caribbean Sea
* Stunning view each night across the sea to the twinkling lights of cruise ships and the town of Montego Bay
* Ideal cottage for 3 couples or a family

The sparkling blue swimming pool at this villa is extra large at 30’ X 53’ and is adjacent to a 1,300 sq. ft. veranda which is furnished with the most wonderful wicker furniture and white soft furnishings which gives this house such a clean and fresh feel. There is a Digital Statellite System, televisions, VCRs, sound system, music and video library. This house is very child friendly as there is a TV room with a sofa bed, games, videos, toys and stroller, and high chair.

The gardens on this spacious property are beautifully landscaped and there are manicured terraced grounds. There are wonderful bougainvilleas which adorn this property and gives it splashes of colour and has much attention from the gardener, Cecil, who has been working at Longview for over 25 years. A special mention is needed here for Lenora, the housekeeper and head of household, who has been working here for over 40 years and loves her duties at Long view. She will have many stories to tell as she can tell you she started at this villa when she was just a young lass.

Longview has a complimentary Round Hill Hotel and Beach club Membership.

Round Hill was chosen by Conde Nast for inclusion into its Gold List as “the best places to stay in the whole world”. Longview is only a few minutes from Round Hill Hotel and beach club. This entitles guests to Round Hill’s private beach and fitness center. There is also a wonderful spa, jogging trail, shops, gallery and Pineapple kids club, Ralph Lauren Piano Bar and first class hotel restaurants and waterfront terrace. Various charges may be applied to a range of water sports and tennis pro if required.