For a Truly Magical Vacation, Magic Castle Villa on 2 1/2 acre estate, private

  • For a Truly Magical Vacation, Magic Castle Villa on 2 1/2 acre estate,  private no booking fee vacation rentals by owner Property Type : Villa
  • For a Truly Magical Vacation, Magic Castle Villa on 2 1/2 acre estate,  private no booking fee vacation rentals by owner 2 Bedrooms
  • For a Truly Magical Vacation, Magic Castle Villa on 2 1/2 acre estate,  private no booking fee vacation rentals by owner 2 Bathrooms
  • bath 4 Sleeps

Description

Magic Castle is a spacious, open and airy two bedroom villa perched on the side of a valley overlooking Little Bay Beach, Guana Island, and the Caribbean Sea. This red tile roofed far-eastern pagoda is like a fairy tale from another land. Magic Castle is surrounded by a 2 1/2 acre estate of tropical gardens and natural woodlands, entered by electronic gate and long shaded driveway. Fruit and vegetables grow on the property in season, and shared.  
 
The entrance opens into the living and dining areas, with a well equipped gourmet kitchen. Doors open all around onto the garden-edged pool terrace and wide, covered al fresco dining deck. Soaring vaulted ceilings throughout add to the expansive feeling. Very breezy. There are ceiling fans in every room.
 
The Master Bedroom Pavilion is separated from the rest of the villa by a sparkling 8x30 ft. SOLAR HEATED swimming pool and is wrapped by a covered and uncovered deck with hammock and seating areas enjoying the magnificent panoramic view. Screen sliders on opposite sides of the room allow the balmy Caribbean breezes to pass across the pool and right over the King size bed in the middle of the large room. Adjacent is the Hot Tub, romantic under the sun or stars. All private.
 
A second bedroom and bath is located in the main house where either twins or a king bed can be requested. Relaxing and comfortable, this Magical setting is perfect for couples or small families. Children over 8 years old welcome.
 
The Little Bay Beach, just below, has been declared the best beach on Tortola by my guests. Usually deserted except for weekends.  It is a few minutes walk or drive downhill. Many excellent restaurants, grocery stores, shopping and water sports activities are within 5-10 minutes drive. A 4 wheel drive vehicle is recommended. Most rental cars are 4WD.
 
The owner/manager of Magic Castle and her elusive cat Ming and good and friendly watchdogs Stanley and Benny live in an apartment below the villa behind a curtain of flowering vines. No part of the villa can be seen from there, assuring your privacy. Nor can sounds be heard in either direction. She's there with a wealth of local information if you have questions.
 
Keywords: Private Villa, Hot Tub, Heated Pool, Spacious, Cool, Paradise, Tropical Garden, Gated, Near Beach.

Policy

100% refund 60 days before arrival,
50% refund at least 7 days before arrival,
Full refund if I am able to rebook with another client for those dates.

Amenities & Activities

Barbecue
  • - Private Gas Barbecue
Bathroom
  • - Shower
  • - Alfresco Shower
  • - Hair Dryer
Bedding
  • - King Size Beds (1)
  • - Twin or Single Beds (2) Can be converted to king
Bedroom Extras
  • - Private Bathroom
  • - Walk-in Closet
  • - Master Bathroom - Bidet
Child Friendly
  • - Babysitting Available
  • - Only baby not yet crawling
  • - or children 8 years or over accepted due to unfenced pool.
Cooling Comfort
  • - Ceiling Fans
  • - Very breezy location.
Dining Room
  • - Dining
  • - Dining Area
  • - Dining Table
  • - Dining Area Indoors seats 6
  • - Alfresco Dining on Deck seats 6+
Disability Access Features
  • - Single Level - No Stairs
Entertainment
  • - Big Screen TV
  • - Flat Screen TV
  • - DVD Player
  • - CD Stereo
  • - CD Player
  • - Television
  • - DVD Library
  • - Bluetooth Stereo
  • - Smart TVs that can use your Apple TV or our Netflix via internet.
Games
  • - Board Games
  • - Games
  • - Reading Library
  • - Puzzles
General
  • - No Pets Allowed
  • - Linens Provided
  • - Smoking allowed outside
  • - No land line phone at present time
  • - Bring your cell phone
  • - gated entrance
Home Office
  • - Wireless Internet Access
  • - Printer
  • - Printer in villa office
Hot Tub and Sauna
  • - Private Outdoor Hot Tub
  • - New wonderful Sundance Hot Tub!
Kitchen
  • - Fully Equipped Kitchen
  • - Gourmet Kitchen
  • - Microwave
  • - Dishwasher
  • - Water Filter
  • - Pots and Pans
  • - Blender
  • - Stove
  • - Oven
  • - Coffee Maker
  • - Refrigerator
  • - Mini Fridge
  • - Toaster and Toaster Oven
  • - Waffle Iron
  • - Wok
  • - Breakfast Table
  • - Dining Room table
  • - Al Fresco Dining on Covered Deck
  • - UV Water System--no need to buy water!
Laundry
  • - Washing Machine
  • - Washer/Dryer
  • - Also solar and wind powered clothes line!
Layout and Decor
  • - Spacious
  • - Vaulted Ceilings
  • - Art from around the world.
Maid Service
  • - Weekly Housekeeping
  • - Free half day housekeeper for reservations longer than one week.
Outside Living
  • - Backyard
  • - Lanai
  • - Deck
  • - Patio
  • - Porch
  • - Fenced Yard
  • - Outdoor Shower
  • - Wide deck
  • - mostly covered decks wrap around most of the house.
Parking
  • - Parking Available
  • - Parking for Multiple Cars
  • - Parking is inside gate
  • - up long driveway.
Recreation located at the Resort or On Premise
  • - Private Pool and Hot Tub
  • - Yoga nearby on Sundays $20
Swimming Pool
  • - Private Swimming Pool
  • - Private Heated Outdoor Pool
  • - Solar heated pool.
Transportation
  • - Car Recommended
  • - Rental cars available at the airport
  • - or via recommended local company. Reservations recommended.
Nearby Activities
  • - Bird Watching
  • - Boating
  • - Deep Sea Fishing
  • - Fishing
  • - Hiking
  • - Horseback riding
  • - Kayaking
  • - Live Entertainment
  • - Movie Theatre
  • - Museums
  • - Night Life
  • - Paddle Boats
  • - Parasailing
  • - Sailboarding
  • - Sailing
  • - SCUBA
  • - Sightseeing
  • - Sightseeing Cruises
  • - Snorkeling
  • - Swimming
  • - Tennis
  • - Walking Tours
  • - Windsurfing
  • - 10 min. walk to Little Bay Beach or drive
  • - Hiking on Sage Mountain National Park
  • - Snorkeling at beaches and by boat
  • - Visiting other BV Islands by ferry or small aircraft
  • - Fantastic Full Moon Party at Trellis Bay
  • - Exploring the many great beaches on Tortola.
Nearby Attractions
  • - Near Beach
  • - Near Shopping
  • - Near Restaurants
  • - Many activities and features are within 10-15 minutes drive from the villa
  • - 15 minutes from main town of Road Town
  • - 20 minutes from ferry terminal
  • - 10 minutes from airport

Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in 
Season Rate Period Nightly Weekend Weekly Monthly Min Stay
- Jan-04-2024 - Apr-10-2024 $485.00 - - - 5
- Apr-11-2024 - Dec-21-2024 $442.00 - - - 5
- Dec-22-2024 - Jan-03-2025 $600.00 - - - 5

Additional Rate Information


Tax: 10%
Additional Guests - $50
Security Deposit: $300
 
House Rules
Check in after 03:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

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Maps


Location Information


Popular among sailors, scuba, snorkelers, beach lovers. Excellent trade winds.

A cluster of 50 Islands and Cays, several inhabited; other islands accessible by ferry or small aircraft, rental boats.

MANY wonderful beaches, hiking on Sage Mtn, Tortola and on Virgin Gorda, Boating waters protected by the islands.

Wonderful weather year round. Great escape from winter up north.

To Tortola's airport (EIS) usually through San Juan or Antigua, or by Ferry from St. Thomas, USVI

Casual island living.

English, some Spanish

Hosted by Eva Baskin

Owner Info
Eva Baskin

Speaks: English...

         
About the Owner

For 20 years, Eva, and her now late husband Alan, owned and operated Baskin in the Sun, a scuba diving facility in the Dominican Republic, Turks and Caicos, Haiti and then Tortola. Currently, Eva is the science lab manager at the local community college HLSCC, in addition to managing Magic Castle as a rental villa. She is active in local eco and conservation groups, such as Reef Check and the Association of Reef Keepers, as well as a member of the college's Green Committee and advisor to the student Environmental Club. Gardening is a hobby she pursues, when there is time!  Having spent many years in the tourist industry, she enjoys getting to know the many different guests she hosts, and ensuring they have the best time ever.
 
Why Eva Baskin chose East End
Little Bay is a quiet valley with a magnificent and nearly private beach. You may see a dog walker in the early morning or late afternoon, but usually the beach is empty except for weekends, when a few residents may go to chill out. The view from the villa overlooks Guana Island and the Caribbean Sea. Magic Castle was built as our home. At first, the studio apartment below was rented, and my husband and I lived upstairs. Now, as a single, I live in the apartment, and rent the spacious home on the main level. Luckily, it has the location and design that is perfect for a vacation rental!  You have complete privacy, but I am nearby if you need me.
 
What makes this Villa unique
The villa is surrounded by natural woodlands on a 2 1/2 acre gated estate. This not only ensures your privacy, but is a natural habitat for chirping birds and other harmless critters. The night sounds will lull you to sleep! There are watersports facilities, restaurants, grocery stores, and other beaches and activities within 10 mins drive. An island tour will bring you to many beaches, trails on Sage Mountain National Park, marinas with many shops, busy Road Town, and much more. Other BV Islands are accessible by ferry, including Virgin Gorda where a trip to the Baths is a must.  The villa is cool, airy, very relaxing, and private.

Guest Reviews

J
Exceeded every expectation! A million dollar view and a most gracious host!
Joe P.

MCV was a perfect place to relax and be amazed by one of the most incredible views imaginable. Eva (the owner) was SO gracious and helpful in getting us settled in!

Stayed Date : Jul 08, 2017
Submitted Date : Aug 25, 2018
M
A tremendous week with friends
Michael R.

My wife, and friends spent a terrific week at Eva's peaceful and beautiful home with a breathtaking view of the ocean. Eva was a gracious host ready to assist us with any need we had and information on where to go . It was hard to leave. we have visited quite a few of the Caribbean islands, but this was our favorite for relaxing and having our very own little paradise. Thank you Eva. Michael & Anne

Stayed Date : Oct 25, 2016
Submitted Date : Aug 25, 2018
C
Wonderful holidays
Charles S.

This review is slightly late but none the less, my wife and I truely enjoyed our stay enhanced by the owner Eva and her attention to us as bisitors. She met us at the airport upon flight arrival, directed us as we followed in our rental car to the villa. She provided a complete overview of the villa and amenties. We found the villa in spectacular shape, clean and functional. It has a view of the caribbean that was awesome. Can't thank you enough Eva for your generosity and grace. We will see you again and Levi says hello!

Stayed Date : Mar 01, 2016
Submitted Date : Aug 25, 2018
K
Perfect, Relaxing Getaway
Kristen S.

My husband and I stayed at the Magic Castle Villa for 3 nights. This place is truly breathtaking and everything we could have wanted and more. It's private, spacious and well equipped with everything you need. We loved everything about it. Going to sleep listening to the waves and enjoying the constant breeze was so relaxing. It's just a short drive to a wonderful, beautiful beach that we had to ourselves each time we went. It also had great snorkeling which we really enjoyed. Eva is such a wonderful, kind person, and we truly enjoyed getting to know her and Rocket (her lovely dog!). She is extremely helpful, but not at all intrusive. Eva has thought of everything - all the details really make the place special. Our only regret was not being able to stay there longer. It was the perfect place for a romantic anniversary vacation.

Stayed Date : May 08, 2015
Submitted Date : Aug 25, 2018
H
Another perfect stay
Helena G.

This was my 2nd visit to the Magic Castle and it was just like the first visit....Perfect. The location is beautiful overlooking Little Bay, very private and the house is VERY well equiped with everything you would need from bathroom essentials to kitchen applicances, spices, utensils, beach towels, cooler, snorkel equipment and more. We found ourselves enjoying our evening meals overlooking the caribbean and then relaxing in the hot tub along with a beautiful nights sleep. The hillside location of this home provides constant tradewinds. Eva is available should you have any questions, she is a very gracious host who holds a special place in our hearts. We have already booked our next vacation to return. This home has something very special about it, the name says it all. Truly Magical!!

Stayed Date : Mar 26, 2015
Submitted Date : Aug 25, 2018

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