Family-friendly vacation rentals in Saint Thomas

We have stayed at "Windswept" twice prior to this visit. Mandy has always been a very good communicator regarding our bookings. The villa is spacious with a beautiful private garden with a plunge-pool. All the bedrooms have airconditioning which is an essential as the nights in Barbados are very warm. It's a small thing but there was a decent supply of hangers in every wardrobe! Sugar Hill is a short drive from Holetown with its shops and restaurants. Once again we had a fantastic holiday and would certainly want to stay here again if we return to Barbados.

This was my first time staying at an AirBnB in Barbados after several visits to either family members or hotels while visiting the island. My entire family (wife, 2 kids and my mom) were all highly impressed as were friends and family who visited us. The pool was perfect, the beach was amazing and listening to the waves on the balcony became a way for all of us to find peace and quiet. The security was friendly and informative. Our host Jameela was an ANGEL! We have many travel struggles getting to the island and she was always responsive, supportive and helpful. The cleaning lady was so friendly and did an awesome job. We will definitely be coming back the next time we are back in Barbados!!!

We stayed at 204 Mistle Cove for one week. The location is right in the heart of Lawrence Gap with all restaurants and amenities within walking distance. The apartment itself is just as advertised, although the view is actually nicer than the pictures. The main room sleeps with a broadview of the ocean and the calming sounds of waves. The patio is spacious and perfect for breakfast , lunch and dinners in front of the ocean. My daughter loved the pool and the ocean front was a lot of fun with the high waves. A calmer and longer beach was only a two min walk from the apartment at Dover. Overall, we had everything we could have needed here, and would easily stay again if we go back to Barbados.

We really enjoyed our stay at The Palisades-6A. The house was spacious and clean, and we didn't lack for anything. We appreciated having beach towels, that the property was gated, and that we were able to use the bbq! The location is a short drive from Oistins and the St. Lawrence Gap, and a short walk from Enterprise Beach, which we enjoyed. We would definitely stay here again when we come back to Barbados!

Wayne and his team were very helpful. The house was prestige and in a great location. When I return to Barbados, I will 100% be booking with them

My recent stay at Coral Cove #4 in Barbados was nothing short of exceptional. This spacious and well-appointed apartment offers a perfect blend of luxury and comfort, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking serene beachfront. The apartment is impressively spacious, featuring an open-plan living area that seamlessly integrates the kitchen, dining, and lounge spaces. The décor is modern and tasteful, with high-quality furnishings and thoughtful touches that create a welcoming ambiance. The bedrooms are generously sized, each equipped with comfortable beds and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring privacy and convenience. Thank you! We loved it!!

Enjoyable stay. Met fantastic people sharing the same block. Nice to hang around the pool and chill. Beach is 2 mins walk so easy to get to and the sea is a stunning turquoise blue.

What can we say “what a beautiful home you have “we can’t wait to come back, we loved everything above it , thank you for sharing , the decor is such a delight and the complex is so beautiful the pool the clubhouse the tennis and of course the icing on the cake the padel .

Where do I start! I had an amazing time here, with memories to last a lifetime. Engrid and the family were the perfect hosts and made me feel like part of the family. The location and accommodation was perfect and just what I need during my 3 week stay. Engrid went above & beyond expectations and the warm welcome I received was amazing. Engrid arranged a taxi from and to the airport and even arranged a car for my 3 week stay that was all reasonably priced The Lodge was clean and had everything I needed with a beautiful terrace where I would eat my meals every evening. Very private accommodation but Engrid & family members are at hand if needed. If you are looking for a peaceful country side retreat that is no more than 30 mins away from most attractions & parishes, then this is the place. I can’t wait to go back and stay here again and enjoy the peaceful views & sounds of nature once again. Thank you Engrid!

What a wonderful vacation house in Cattlewash. So lovely to fall asleep to the waves. You can see the ocean from both bedrooms and the nice front pouch. The pool is so nice to have and is about 5 ft deep. Very convenient to have laundry as well. Round rock and beach access is just across the road, maybe a 3 minute walk. One night the ice cream truck drove straight up the driveway to serve us! The only thing I would say to be aware of is that there are millipedes in the general area and they do wander into the house so bring some bug spray. Absolutely would stay again. Thank you!

Brian and Kimberley are lovely hosts and made us feel very welcome and checked in with us to make sure we were happy. The house is lovely, it’s in a fairly quiet neighbourhood with a lot of greenery surrounding it and close to everything. It is a little dated and doesn’t have air con downstairs in the open plan living room/kitchen which meant we hardly used it as it could get real hot at a certain time of day. The house entertainment was quite poor/non existent. Only one small tv in the whole house- in the living room, which again was dated and had lines running through it. Overall it was a comfortable stay and I would book again.

Richard is a super host, he’s communication was exceptional. The space is to view for, a view of the beach and only 7 minutes drive to Sandy Lane and the shops of Holetown. Book this and treat yourself to peace and tranquility.

We had a wonderful months stay in Elizabeth's cottage. We felt at home as soon as we stepped inside. The kitchen was very well equipped. Super comfy beds and lovely bed linen and plenty of towels. It was extremely clean and we loved the outside space. The locals were so friendly and we always felt safe. Elizabeth's Dad, Tommy was near if needed and Heather did a wonderful job cleaning each week. Had some great chats ! Missing the sunshine and having breakfast on the veranda. You can see the sea from the cottage and be swimming in 5 minutes! There is a great fish market at the end of the road where the fish is so fresh. We visited last year and stayed in a hotel but staying in a cottage for us was so much more enjoyable. We did hire a car as we wanted to explore the island but it's not a necessity. Thank you, Elizabeth, would love to return in the future.

We are regulars to the island and I can truthfully say, that this place beats them all. What an absolutely amazing find! We're so immensely grateful that we found and booked this place, and loved every minute at Elizabeth's plantation. We recommend hiring a car as its away from everything in the middle of the island, which we absolutely loved. Imagine sitting having breakfast on the balcony, while watching the horses graze in the background - Idyllic! Thanks again for being a great host with the most beautiful property on Barbados. Can't wait to return!

My stay was very comfortable, with all the comforts of home. I loved the location and the bus was just a few feet away.. I look forward to my return. The hosts were very accommodating. I truly enjoyed my stay. Thanks for having me

We had a fabulous 8 day stay. The cottage is well equipped and is perfectly placed for shops,beaches,bars and restaurants. There is a short cut to the supermarket which we found priceless when carrying groceries. The sunset crest club was minutes away and has excellent facilities for a day round the pool. We ventured out along the beaches which were beautiful and empty. Shopping centre is close by also. Lizbeth and Patrick very helpful and lovely owners even helped us out with some milk which was hard to come by. Would definitely go again but I’d go for longer next time.

I had a wonderful stay at Yvette’s Airbnb. The decor was warm, inviting, and truly made me feel at home. Everything was spotlessly clean, and all the amenities were in perfect working order, which made for a very comfortable and stress-free experience. The view overlooking the valley was absolutely breathtaking — peaceful and calming during the day and spectacularly beautiful at night. Yvette herself was a fantastic hostess: kind, attentive, and always willing to help whenever I had a question. I’m already looking forward to my next trip to Barbados and I hope that Yvette will have space available — I wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else!

We had a wonderful time! While we didn’t use the pool and amenities like we planned, the kitchen well well equipped and everything we extremely neat and clean. We very much enjoyed the location.

Superb home and a most enjoyable stay. Everything we needed and more. Marcia and Susie both lovely to deal with, responsive and friendly. I liked the fact the house is a home and has personal touches and belongings, much more friendly than some rentals. Thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor spaces and beautiful sea view. The on site pools and The Deck restaurant were also very quiet and peaceful. A superb stay and highly recommended! Thank you so much - we will be back x

This is our first time in Barbados and wow what a place. Makara our host could not do enough for us. Arranging collection from the airport to helping us get a hire car. The house was amazing and exactly what we needed for our holiday. Our house keeper Amanda was so thorough and kept the house immaculate. I would recommend getting a hire car. We would definitely stay here again. Such a beautiful house. Very peaceful.

The house was in a lovely location to experience the local culture. It is a friendly community of Vila’s with very friendly people. A short walk to the beach and a short drive to Batts Rock beach which is one of my favourite on the island. This villa is perfect to escape the high tourism of Holetown and Bridgetown.

Another great stay at Vida Mejor Villas! On this occasion we stayed in Poolside Villa where we thoroughly enjoyed our 8-night stay. Carlton was there to meet up on arrival and walk us through the villa and answer any questions. area. The villa itself was in very good condition with all of the modern day conveniences that one could expect. It’s very spacious with a wonderful patio area overlooking the pool. Location wise, you have the beach, Limegrove Mall, Holetown restaurants and bars, supermarket and petrol station all within a 10-minute walk. Perfect! We look forward to visiting again in 2025.

Excellent location, great service from the gardener with Sunbeds on the beach each morning and the cleaner who came 3 times during our stay and replaced towels, removed rubbish and put clean sheets on the bed. Location is excellent for the beach and Holetown with its shops, bars and restaurants. I agree with some of the other reviews about the noise but it didn’t spoil the overall experience and we will definitely be back

We had a wonderful time at the Fitts Village Villa. The townhouse is within a small gated community within a local suburb. When we arrived, at first we were unsure as we were not familiar with Barbados, but quickly grew to love the place. Some notable highlights included: - Walking distance to numerous beaches. The beaches on the west coast of Barbados are some of the most beautiful we've ever seen, and having the flexibility to go down for an hour or two was amazing. - Close proximity to great restaurants. There are a bunch of wonderful spots up and down the west coast (the most amazing sunsets we've ever seen). Make sure to make a reservation. - Short driving distance to many attractions on the island - most were 15-20 min away, vs 45 if staying on the south coast. - Overall feeling of being in the community. Go to Wendy's sports bar down the road for good food and a great time. - Very friendly neighbors, all expats. I'm sure you'll enjoy this home just as much as we did!