Moon Author's Review
Bolt House (book through Marco Fila, marco.fila@gmail.com, bookings@bolthousejamaica.com, www.bolthousejamaica.com, with Island Outpost, www.islandoutpost.com, or SunVillas, www.sunvillas.com, US$1,800/2,200 daily low/high, four-day minimum) is a spectacular 50-acre hilltop property owned by the family that founded Fila sportswear. It overlooks Port Maria's stunning infinity pool, Blue Harbour, and has a three-bedroom villa. The property was built and occupied by Blanche Blackwell, mother of Island Records founder Chris Blackwell, whose boutique hotel group now manages the property and affords Bolt House guests a one-bedroom cottage, Spanish Elm, along with beach access at Goldeneye. Bolt House was refurbished in 2009, with an impeccable mix of modern and colonial styling, which, together with unparalleled views and grounds, place it at the top of the high-end villa market.
The master bedroom has a king bed, as does the second bedroom with two double beds. An annex has two additional cozy bedrooms appointed with rustic touches. The house is fully equipped with Apple TV, Wi-Fi, and a surround sound system. A yoga deck, wet and dry saunas, and a hot tub round out the luxurious amenities. The property has a rich history, having hosted many a soirée with luminaries including Sean Connery, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Charlie Chaplin, Noel Coward, Ian Fleming, and the Queen of England. Food runs US$60 per person daily, not including alcoholic beverages.
