FrangipaniAntigua, Long Island, Jumby Bay Island

Bursting with Caribbean flavour and colours, Villa Frangipani is as exotic as it sounds. Tucked away on Jumby Bay, an exclusive island resort two miles from Antigua, this glorious abode nestles amid its own beachfront location. Surrounded by manicured gardens, tall swaying palm trees and bright pink Bougainvillea bushes, the retreat is located to the north east of the island. It is only accessible by boat and inhabits a prime spot within one of the most undisturbed places in the world. V.C. Bird International Airport is a three-minute drive followed by a seven-minute boat ride away.

Sleeping up to twelve guests, Villa Frangipani’s rooms centre around an opulent outdoor living and dining pavilion, which is perfectly crafted for entertaining friends. A majestic, gabled veranda with full barbecue facilities offers the ultimate spot for al fresco dining. If you fancy some alone time, head upstairs to the rooftop swing and take in the sweeping panoramic views of the aquamarine ocean below. If you can bear to leave the comfort of your naturally ventilated bedroom, step outside onto the warm, inviting pool terrace. A shaded pergola offers solace from the sun and is a lovely patch to catch the balmy breeze of the trade winds while gazing out to sea.

Dip your toes into the bath-like Caribbean waters that grace the powdery white shores of the secluded private beach, or allow your worries to be massaged away in the nearby Jumby Bay spa. Use one of the golf carts to explore the vastness of the glorious tropical grounds, featuring a large herb plot, or immerse yourself in the sun-dappled delights of the freshwater swimming pool. Come evening, you can watch the sky turn pink as the sun glides down over the horizon, before indulging in a long, leisurely meal with your loved ones under the stars. Guests here have access to all Jumby Bay resort amenities, including water sports such as waterskiing and twice-weekly snorkel excursions.