Glitter Bay was originally the private domain of Sir William Cunard, the owner of the famous steamship line. In 1980, a 48 unit condo was developed by Mr. Pemberton along the northern edge of the property. This then became the Pemberton Princess Hotel, which was later purchased by the Fairmont Royal Pavilion next door
In 2004, the property was purchased by John Hargreaves who built a private mansion on the South end of the beach, thus leaving the beautiful grounds intact. The beach is reputed to be the best in Barbados.
The architecture reveals a definite Spanish influence, with whitewashed walls and terra cotta roofs. All of the balconies face Southwest with an excellent view of the grounds, the sunset and our own family of Green Monkeys! The Sea Turtle condos both have excellent views of the sea. Glitter Bay is the only property in Barbados where the footprint of the buildings is only a small portion of the beautifully manicured grounds.
This can clearly be seen on Google Earth (13º 12′ 02″ N, 59º 38′ 29″ W).
Glitter bay: Premium location on Barbados' West Coast Glitter Bay is a beachfront property on the Gold Coast of the calm Caribbean Sea, in the Parish of St. James, 2 miles North of Holetown (map). Its stunning sunsets with the...
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Both condos have been completely refurbished to the latest standard. We are situated on the most scenic and quiet beach of the famous West Coast, where the endangered Sea Turtles safely lay their nests. We are next door to many...
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Water Sports Barbados is the water sports paradise, readily available at or close to Glitter Bay Estates : jet-ski, para-sailing, snorkeling, scuba, sea kayaks, private catamaran or speed boat tours, you can even swim with the Sea Turtles! Golf Within...
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"What a special place! I can't imagine a better family vacation ..." TW, U.K.
"The accommodation is superb, the beach and water spectacular, the staff so friendly." "May all those who follow fall in love with 313 as we have" JH, Canada
"We wish we could stay longer! We came here for our 1st anniversary and loved every minute. Amazing food, beaches, people and Velcia and the crew at Glitter Bay were incredible! ... can't wait to come back to Glitter Bay!!!"...
"The vacation that we have enjoyed here has been one of our best ever." "Thank you so much for allowing us the use of your home!" KC, Canada
"nicely furnished, especially the big soft comfortable bed!" C&D, U.K.
"Over three weeks spent in Paradise!" "Our great appreciation to Velcia and Sonia who ensured our stay was most enjoyable." ME, Italy
"Thank you for the opportunity to share this bit of heaven on earth." K, US
"After our second fabulous visit to your spectacular sea-side retreat we feel so at home that we may set up a tent somewhere on the grounds." T&V, Canada
"The beach here is really one of the best!" RF, England
