Almond Hill Jamaica

Designed by Prince Kasimir Korybut in 1993 and brilliantly renovated in 2012, Almond Hill is a lovely private home located on a former 500-acre coconut plantation just 22 minutes west of Montego Bay and one minute from posh Round Hill where guests enjoy complimentary resort membership.

A stunning renovation has created all-new design of picture-perfect bedrooms and modern en-suite bathrooms. Tall library shelves in the high-ceilinged living room house an abundance of books, movies, cable television and 6-speaker sound system. Notable are two new outdoor showers, one off the master bedroom, another by the pool.

Down a gentle slope a few steps from the house is the large private pool. Its poolside gazebo is a favorite spot for shaded lunches and private laptop time.

Perhaps best of all is Almond Hill's design around the comfy verandah ~ cooled by trade winds and located for its superb view nine miles across the sea to the harbor and town of Montego Bay. A haven for reading and napping, afternoon tea and conversation, the verandah is most memorable for wonderful candlelight dinners served here with the romance of distant lights of town and cruise ships reflecting on the bay.

While extraordinarily private behind its iron entrance gates and not actually within Round Hill proper, Almond Hill is situated in the Round Hill Estate, a one-minute drive from the Round Hill gate house. hotel, beach club and excellent Continental restaurant. Each week, two themed beach party buffets welcome Almond Hill guests for various fees.

If you left your pets behind while you take a vacation, be advised that Almond Hill is home to some lovable family dogs who are granted free run of the house and grounds. Dervy, Button and Survivor are totally friendly and fun. Cocoa is more of a sleeper. They all love guests!

Accommodations

Master Bedroom
Kingsize bed, stunning en-suite bathroom with his n hers marble vanities, oversize bathtub, large open rainfall shower, and French doors to a walled garden and very private outdoor shower. Bedroom doors open to the lawn and gardens. For nighttime view of the lights of Montego Bay, leave your doors open all night.

Bedroom 2
Optional kingsize or twin beds, beautiful en-suite bathroom with his n hers vanities and slate-tiled walk-in shower. Bedroom doors open to the lawn, gardens, path to pool and view. For nighttime view of the lights of Montego Bay, leave your doors open all night.

Bedroom 3
Optional kingsize or twin beds. En-suite bathroom with bathtub-shower.

Bedroom 4
Queensize bed in smaller wing with separate garden entrance. En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Bedroom doors open to lawn and garden.

Round Hill Membership

A special amenity available to our guests in this villa is membership at Round Hill ... just minutes away and one of the finest private resorts on Jamaica's North Coast. Membership entitles guests to access Round Hill's private beach and tennis courts, lit for night play and with pro on call. (Charges apply to lessons and ball boys.) As members, you are also invited to enjoy the Manager's Cocktail Party, jogging trail, gift shop, logo shop, beach bar, Ralph Lauren-designed piano bar, Jamaican and Continental cuisine in the hotel restaurant ... and unforgettable long sunsets from the waterfront terrace. For additional charges, members may enjoy the spa, Pineapple Kids Club, fitness center, parties (Monday night beach party and Friday Jamaica Night) and a range of water sports.

Tryall Club Membership

A significant amenity for guests in this villa is membership at the excellent Tryall Club. On 2,200 acres, Tryall’s golf course is among the most beautiful in the world. Its 18 hillside and seaside fairways have been home to the Johnnie Walker, Mazda and other PGA championship events. The resident pro offers workshops and private lessons. The Tryall tennis club features nine Nova Cushion courts, some lit for night play, with world-class pro’s on call. All whites required.

The beach is well planned for parents and children. Have lunch at the beach bar. Work out in the well-equipped gym. Jog the marked trails. Snorkeling, kayaking, hobie cat and sunfish are complimentary. Glass bottom boats, charter fishing, a boat to the reef and any captained craft attract various fees. Enjoy the week’s events, including the Monday Night Manager’s Cocktail Party and the Wednesday and Friday night beach parties (Friday Seafood Night on the Beach Buffet is excellent).

On the hill, enjoy the historic Great House for afternoon tea and a magnificent view from the terrace. Shop at the commissary and boutique, meet for happy hour at the bar, and browse a wealth of Jamaican, Haitian and Cuban works and souvenirs in the Gallery of West Indian Art. And don’t miss the massive Tryall pool!