Serenity - Tryall Club JA. Jamaica
Serenity - Tryall Club JA description
High on the hillside of Copperwood Ridge
and almost hidden amongst its exceptionally pretty gardens and
surrounded by an aura of blissful calm is a uniquely special house
called Serenity. It was named so by Lady Lorna Howard for the sanctuary
that it offered her and indeed a sanctuary it is as well as an escape
into a bygone era of graceful living and conviviality. Throughout this
captivating home lingers the spirit of the 1950’s, an era that
represented the glorious heyday of Jamaica that was so beloved by Ian
Fleming, Noel Coward and Errol Flynn. Indeed, standing at the drinks
trolley on the veranda of the upper sitting room mixing a gin fizz, you
almost expect one of the aforementioned to appear through the doorway
and resume an interrupted conversation whilst waiting for dinner to be
announced downstairs.
Serenity is built in the style of a classical Jamaican Great House
and stands on two levels. Much of its inherent charm and appeal is the
clever integration of bringing the outside in which not only creates a
restful atmosphere but allows a constantly changing pattern of light to
play upon the walls.
The house is entered on the upper level where you will find the
elegant drawing room which exudes a delightful nostalgic air with
polished wood floor, comfortable slip-covered sofas and chairs, books to
read and antique oils of tropical birds.
This is a room in which to entertain for not only is it the perfect size
in which to do so, it also opens onto a wide veranda which has lovely
views of the sea and over the immaculately maintained gardens. Tucked
away off one end of the room is a little square card room that is open
on two sides through wrought iron grilles. Downstairs is an informal
sitting room with cool stone floor which opens onto a covered terrace
with dining area.
The walls of the sitting room are painted with a beautiful mural by a
renowned Jamaican artist that depicts the birds and flora of the island.
Leading outside from the terrace and to the right is a large oval
swimming pool with spacious stone clad pool deck and beneath a pergola
clad and intertwined with a garlic vine whose mauve flowers resemble
those of a sweet pea is a further dining area with a grill at one end.
All around are the gardens with mature trees, flowering shrubs and
rolling green lawns.
There are three en suite bedrooms at Serenity; two are on the upper
level enjoying a sea view and louvered doors that fold completely open
and one on the lower level also with folding louvered doors and lovely
views of the gardens. The master bedroom which is on the upper level
has a king-size bed as does the second bedroom on this level whilst
downstairs the bedroom has two large twin beds. All of the bedrooms are
presented in shades of white accented with pastel shades and pretty
paintings. Throughout the day the shifting play of the light alters the
tone of the white thereby creating an ambiance that is both soothing and
timeless.
The beguiling charm of Serenity is enhanced by the staff of a cook, housekeeper, laundress and gardener.
AmenitiesSafe
2 bedrooms with king beds
1 bedroom with twin beds
2 golf carts
I-pod dock
Blow dryers
Washer/dryer unit
Flat screen TV
En-suite bathroom
Private balconies
Full bed pull-out sofa
Free on-property shuttle service
FeaturesAC bedrooms
Swimming pool
King, queen, twin beds
Free Wireless internet
Cable TV
Children Welcome
Indoor/Outdoor Dining
StaffCook, housekeeper, laundress and gardener
- Property Type
- Villa
- Bedrooms 2 Bedroom , Sleeps 6