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Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia

Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia

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Frontal View of RayHope House
Frontal  view of Rayhope house from with blooming Bougainvillea in foreground
Pool with balcony in the background
Private pool surrounded by lush vegetation
Secluded pool with palm in the foreground.

Overview of Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Gros Islet, St. Lucia
  • Popular LocationRodney Bay Marina18 min walk
  • Popular LocationPigeon Island National Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSplash Island Water Park Saint Lucia6 min drive
  • AirportCastries (SLU-George F. L. Charles)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs Office

2 Double Futons

Master Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

Second Largest Bedroom Suite

2 Queen Beds

Third Bedroom Suite

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Study Reconfigured to Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom in Second Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom in Third Bedroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Downstairs Half Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia

RayHope House is an elegant, meticulously maintained vacation home located on a hilltop in a secluded and quiet cul-de-sac in Bonne Terre, Gros Islet, at the northern end of St. Lucia. The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Tourism in St. Lucia have certified that RayHope House has implemented the protocols, staff training, and safeguards required to safely host guests during the covid-19 pandemic.

RayHope House offers privacy, tranquility, and seclusion combined with convenient access to shopping, restaurants, beaches, and activities. The house is just ten minutes from Rodney Bay with its shopping malls, grocery stores, exquisite restaurants, and the best nightlife the island has to offer. Pigeon Island National Park, the picturesque and widely acclaimed Rodney Bay Marina, the Rodney Bay Aquatic, Health and Fitness Center, and Reduit Beach are all just minutes away from RayHope.

Castries, St.Lucia's capital city is a twenty-five minute drive south of RayHope. Visiting Castries and walking around to take in the local scene is highly recommended. Visitors will find an intriguing combination of fresh local vegetables and fruits, local crafts and souvenirs, and a wide variety of local eats at the Castries market. Nearby Port Castries is one of the most popular cruise ship destinations in the Caribbean. Within easy walking distance visitors will find La Place Carenage and the Point Seraphine Shopping Complex which offer fine dinning and duty-free shopping.

RayHope is a two-story house that includes vaulted ceilings, bamboo flooring in all areas except the kitchen, bathrooms and laundry. In addition to its location on a quiet cul-de-sac, the property is secured by a state of the art wireless security system and remote controlled gated entrances.

The spacious ground floor includes a large study, fully equipped kitchen, laundry, half bath, plus dining, living and family rooms that are fully furnished with an enticing mix of tropical and classic furniture.

The kitchen is fully functional with stainless steel appliances including a side-by-side refrigerator with ice maker, glass-top stove with oven, a microhood, and dishwasher. A range of small appliances including coffee maker, toaster, and electric kettle are ready for use.

In addition to a master bedroom and two other bedrooms suites, the upper floor includes a spacious study/bedroom and two balconies that offer excellent views of the enchanting scenery that surrounds RayHope. One of these is a private balcony that can only be accessed via the master bedroom. The master bedroom suite includes a large king-sized bed, delightful furniture, walk-in his and her closets, and a Jacuzzi.

A second bedroom suite offers a queen sized bed while a third super-sized bedroom suite includes two queen sized beds. In addition, the upstairs study has been converted into a bedroom with a queen sized bed that can comfortably accommodate two adults. Finally, two futons in the the very large downstairs study provide elegant seating by day and comfortable double beds when required.

With the exception of the upstairs study/bedroom which has a ceiling fan, all major spaces in the house are air conditioned and have ceiling fans. This combination of air conditioning and ceiling fans allows occupants to choose their preferred method to control climate within the house and ensure that you will never be uncomfortable. The windows and doors are carefully positioned to maximize the flow of caressing tropical breezes right through the house.

Lots of balcony space, a swimming pool, deck chairs, and carefully manicured gardens ensure that occupants will relish spending time outside enjoying the warm sunshine and seductive tropical breezes that blow in from the Atlantic.

Property manager

Prosper Raynold
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gros Islet

Located in Gros Islet, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. St. Lucia National Library and Vigie Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marigot Bay and Rodney Bay Marina. Rodney Bay Aquatic Centre and Splash Island Water Park Saint Lucia are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and horse riding nearby.
Map
Gros Islet, St. Lucia

What's nearby

  • Friday Night Street Party - 12 min walk
  • Rodney Bay Marina - 18 min walk
  • Pigeon Island National Park - 3 min drive
  • Splash Island Water Park Saint Lucia - 6 min drive
  • Reduit Beach - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Castries (SLU-George F. L. Charles) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gros Islet Street Party - 12 min walk
  • Score Bar - 4 min drive
  • Frydays St. Lucia - 12 min walk
  • Spinnakers Restaurant & Beach Bar - 6 min drive
  • Olde London Pub - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Tranquil, Elegant & Private Group & Family Vacation Rental in St Lucia located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Windward Islands and Rodney Bay Aquatic Centre. Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and Friday Night Street Party are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Iain W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, comfortable property in quiet area
We enjoyed eight days at Ray Hope House in Dec 21/Jan 22. The property is very spacious. Four bedrooms, three of which are en-suite. Additionally, there are two lounge areas, a kitchen and a dining room (and study if you need it). Decent aircon throughout. The photos on this site give a good overview. There is a small pool in the garden, which is nice for cooling off in. The property is in a quiet area (Bonne Terre), near the cricket ground, and only a five minute drive from Rodney Bay (beach and restaurants). It felt very secure. Ruth and Prosper went out of their way to make us feel at home. Communication from the outset was prompt and helpful. We were just a couple, but the property would suit a large family or two small families. We rented a car as we like our independence/privacy (go for a SUV; the island is very hilly). We found this easy, but I understand the hosts can arrange a driver. Recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pearl Susannah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A homely Paradise within a Paradise!
A beautiful, stunning home, impeccably clean and prestinely presented. Ruth greeted us with such warmth, caare and attentiveness for our family of 7. So attentive to detail Ruth ensured we had milk, water, juice available on arrival. We also had recommendations of local services including lovely caterers to assist with our needs. I would recommend to any family member and or friend to stay a this magnificently appointed home. We are already considering when we can arrange to return for a longer time. Many thanks to the kindness and communication from the owner Mr Reynolds. Our stay was indeed perfect for our needs and tentative occassion. We look forward to being able to stay at Ray Hope House again in the future.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Huge well equipped property with space to relax.
All as advertised except for the added treasure of Ruth. She is the glue that holds it all together. Nothing is too much trouble or difficult to solve. She will organise every thing even using her own phone so so no nasty surprises with international call bills! We were only 2 so rattled about in this massive luxurious villa. The atmosphere would have been great with all the family staying . Maybe next time!

10/10 Excellent

Christina T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House
The house was just like the picture and what we loveddddd about it was the cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Work trip
Stayed at the property with 10 of my work colleagues while visiting for field work. The accommodation was spacious and had everything we needed. Ruth was also very kind (as she waited all night for us to arrive). Very responsive and helpful. Location was not far from the beach. Great place for large groups.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Prosper Raynold

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We are Prosper and Julietta Raynold. We grew up in St. Lucia but left in 1980's to study at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge. We live with our two sons just north of Cincinnati in Fairfield, Ohio. Julietta is a science teacher at a local high school and Prosper is an economics professor at an area university. Fortunately, our schedules allow us to spend part of every summer at RayHope House and we love it there. We are also fortunate to have an excellent team (RayHope Team) that keeps the property in excellent condition and that guarantees the comfort and convenience of our guests.

Why they chose this property

Both Julietta and I grew up in St. Lucia and our mothers, siblings, and childhood friends still live in St. Lucia. We both have very fond memories of our childhoods in St. Lucia. During cold winters in Ohio we become very nostalgic about the beach picnics that were traditions in both of our families. We are drawn to the the lush tropical vegetation, to picking mangoes during the mango season, to buying fresh fish directly off fishing boats, and most importantly, to the warm and relaxing embrace of friends and family. We wanted our sons to experience these sensations which are so dear to us and to appreciate their roots. This led us to custom build RayHope House which we absolutely cherish.

What makes this property unique

RayHope House offers a unique blend of proximity to activities and seclusion and insulation from outside activity. As such, RayHope is an excellent base from which to explore St. Lucia. When we are at RayHope it feels like we are in our own secluded hideaway where we enjoy sea breezes blowing through the house or can sit in the balcony adjacent to the pool and read a book or surf the web. However, when we need groceries, want to eat at a nice restaurant, go to the beach, or engage in other activities we simply hop in the car and get there within ten or fifteen minutes. RayHope is a spacious house with lots of balcony space and many spots for comfortable relaxation. Overall, RayHope House is the ideal vacation house for those who want a truly private vacation with the option of easy access to fun activities and entertainment.
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