Silent Waters
5 Villa Suites
Montego Bay

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Silent Waters is one of the newest and most
glamorous private homes in the Caribbean. It is distinguished by world-class
architecture and design, breathtaking location, and exquisite accommodations and
service. The excellent staff includes the head chef, butler, housekeepers,
driver, night watchman, maintenance supervisor, gardeners and property manager
... 12 in all.
Located on one of the highest mountaintops
overlooking Montego Bay and the Caribbean Sea, the site consists of 18 acres.
Twelve buildings, helicopter pad and tennis court occupy four acres. Five villa
suites accommodate as many as 18 guests. Addition of the owner’s private villa
enables 20 guests.
The paved entrance road is elegantly
landscaped with stately Royal Palms. Black and gold wrought iron gates from
Thailand mark the entrance to the property. Hand-carved teak doors from Bali
lead to multiple interior areas in textures of Travertine marble, Brazilian
granite, cedar and teak. Colorful gardens are accented with ancient carved
Balinese, Burmese, Thai and Chinese statuary. Serene lily ponds and turquoise
pools separate various living spaces within the compound. There is no road
access to the densely-wooded property above Silent Waters. Privacy is assured.
Sophisticated electronic security and video monitors ensure that only invited
parties may enter the compound.
The hub of the compound is the
900-square-foot Main Pavilion. A few steps across the terrace are the breakfast
gazebo, dining room and open-air bar with television, DVD and cushioned seating
for 20. An 80’ reflection pool wraps around the al fresco breakfast gazebo and
dining pavilion. A garden path leads up the mountain to the very private
owner’s villa which accommodates two more guests. Maximum occupancy at Silent
Waters including the owner’s villa is 20 guests.
MAIN PAVILION
100 feet of sliding glass doors disappear into pocket walls to open the central
Pavilion to a breathtaking panorama of sea, sky and mountains. The Pavilion
opens to a marble terrace, infinity-edge swimming pool and sunning area
overlooking the Caribbean Sea and Montego Bay.
A pair of 17th Century Buddhist temple
attendant statues stand guard over the Main Pavilion to ensure guests’ peace
and serenity ... as well as an 18th Century Burmese Bible Chest and Buddhist
monastery bell. The Pavilion also includes a DVD, 48-inch television, home
theater and 200-disk programmable surroundsound music system.
A special feature here is the Yamaha
Disklavier DC2 II XG 5’8” baby grand piano of highly-polished dark walnut.
The Mark II XG series system utilizes standard MIDI files on floppy disk or CD
ROM. Worldwide this is the most acclaimed player piano ... the same system
composers and recording artists use to write and record. Recording and composing
software are available in the adjacent computer. The Pentium II computer also
enables immediate Internet access and is programmed with games for adults and
children.
DINING AND ENTERTAINING
The Head Chef is one of Silent Waters’ greatest prizes. From his
state-of-the-art commercial kitchen and grill, he creates a repertoire of
artistically presented Continental, Nouveau and Caribbean cuisine. The primary
dining area can be glass enclosed or open. Reached by stone stepping pods, the
dining pavilion is located in a wrap-around reflecting pool and has a 330-degree
view of Montego Bay and the sea as well as the beautiful grounds. The dining
table is a rare rainbow-colored 15-foot slab of Brazilian granite. Seated
dinners here can accommodate 14 guests. For more casual dining, the Gazebo (also
in the reflecting pool) commands a
360-degree view and can accommodate nine guests for seated meals.
A spacious bar and entertainment area around
the pool enable hosting of an intimate cocktail party ... seated dinner for 50
guests ... or a gala al fresco cocktail party for 100 guests or more. Event
costs vary depending on menu and guest count.
THE VILLA SUITES:
Guest rooms consist of 5 individual detached villa suites, each under separate
roof, which accommodate a total of 18 guests. Addition of the owner's private
villa enables 20 guests. Each villa suite includes:
o Brazilian granite wet bar with coffee maker,
refrigerator and icemaker
o Italian marble floors
o satellite TV/VCR, DVD and AM/FM/CD stereo system and selection of CD's. (A
complimentary library of 100 videos for adults and children is in the Main
Pavilion. Guests are invited to take these to their suites.)
o state-of-the-art digital telephone system with direct international dialing
served by fibre optic trunk lines for maximum efficiency and clarity ... voice
mail ... and intercom to all guest suites, bar, kitchen and property manager's
office
o antique Oriental rugs from the Middle East, China and Southern Russia
o original oil paintings from Indonesia and Thailand
o louvered walls that open to glorious views
o private sunning terrace and chaises
o sitting area and writing desk
o remote control ceiling fans and air conditioning (seldom needed thanks to
tradewinds and river breezes)
o hair dryer
o glamorous marble and granite bathing areas fitted with Kohler fixtures
o electronic safe
VILLA SUITE 1
(Suitable for a family or two couples)
VILLA
SUITE 2 (Suitable for a family or
two couples)
VILLA
SUITE 3
VILLA
SUITE 4
VILLA
SUITE 5
Summary
of beds: 3 kingsize beds, 6 queensize beds, 2 queensize sofa beds, 2 full size
sofa beds.
OWNER'S
PRIVATE VILLA (sleeps
2 adults)
Living
Room / Dining Area
Master
Bedroom
Private
Pool
On one of the highest plateaus overlooking most of the property is the
"world class designed" private tennis court built by the Jamaican
Davis Cup Pro, Richard Russell. It is constructed of DecaTurf, the multi-layer
cushioned surface of all of the U.S. Open tennis courts and is lit for night
play. The viewing pavilion has comfortable seating and a granite wet bar and
fridge stocked with cold drinks. Guests are invited to use the Playmate Ace Plus
Pro with Direction Ball Machine and Playmate Alumalift Pro Ball Serving Machine.
Rackets are available for the guests. For the tennis aficionado, the court's
design and views are unmatchable.
(From this spot, steps lead to the Silent Waters lighted helicopter pad on the
property's highest elevation.)
Complimentary
equipment includes:
-computerized
treadmill, bicycle, rowing machine and Total Gym located on the poolside terrace
(with sound system and sea view for inspiration)
-5 single-seat and 2 double-seat Scupper Pro Ocean Kayaks for snorkeling or
diving in the Bay
-snorkeling equipment
-7 professional massage tables ~ various technique masseuses and aestheticians
for hire one day in advance.
- Yoga classes available with one or two days advance notice
GENERAL
INFORMATION
HELIPORT
Capable of accepting 8-seat Jet Ranger, located at the highest point overlooking
the property for those wishing
to arrive/depart via helicopter, or to be picked up for breathtaking air tours
of Jamaica. Multi-directional takeoff
and landing is available. The heliport is equipped with lighted windsock and
lights for night landings.
ELECTRICITY
110 volt, 50 cycles (converters not needed for US-made appliances)
WATER
AND SANITATION
All drinking and bathing water is
treated with an activated carbon filtration system: 25-micron filter,
then 5-micron filter, finally an ultraviolet treatment to ensure the highest
level of purity and sanitation.
LAUNDRY
FACILITIES
A commercial laundry capable of handling
most laundry tasks is on site. No dry cleaning facilities are on the property,
nor are adequate dry-cleaning facilities in Montego Bay.
SPECIAL
EVENTS
Weddings and other special events attract a $2,500 surcharge. The location fee
can be waived for a minimum rental of $21,875 in High Season, $15,625 in Low
Season. One-day special events with no villa rental are welcomed but are limited
to Saturday or Sunday and attract a $2,500 location fee. A set-up fee of $12 per
person ($600 minimum) for use of linens, tables, chairs and serving stations
will apply. Pricing for special events available on request.
TRANSPORTATION
Montego Bay airport round trip transfers
are complimentary. A driver and 8-passenger air-conditioned Mitsubishi van are
available on a weekly basis for $775 per week. First tank of petrol is
complimentary, and thereafter the guest pays for petrol used at market cost.
A second vehicle, an 7-passenger air-conditioned Toyota Kijang station wagon
(similar to a Toyota Land Cruiser) with driver is also available on a weekly
basis for $775 per week. This 2nd vehicle and driver can be contracted for a
minimum of 3 consecutive days with at least 2 days advance notice. A driver's
day is considered to be 12 hours maximum unless alternate arrangements are made,
such as a shorter day prior to or after a day longer than 12 hours. For
excursions a 27-passenger mini-bus is available for $275 per day.
GRATUITIES
(PREPAYMENT REQUIRED)
10% of rental in High Season; 15% of
rental rate in Low Season.
FOOD
AND BEVERAGE (PREPAYMENT REQUIRED)
-Adults
(breakfast, lunch, hors d’oeuvres and dinner for resident guests) $630 per
guest per week
-Children 12 and younger $312 per week
-Children 2 and younger complimentary
-In lieu of lunch at the villa, boxed lunches can be provided for day trips.
-Wine, liquor, soft drinks and bottled water are additional and are billed
locally. Additional charges apply for cocktail parties and other guest-hosted
events.
Click
here for Silent Waters Meal Plan.
RATES
(ALL
FIGURES ARE US DOLLARS)
|
|
High
Season |
Low
Season |
|
Upper
Suites 1-2 & Suite 3 (minimum rental) |
$21,875 |
$15,625 |
|
Upper
Suite 4 |
$24,375 |
$18,125 |
|
Upper
Suite 5 |
$26, |
$20,625 |
|
Lower
Suite 1 11-12 Guests |
$29,500 |
$22,940 |
|
Lower
Suite 2 13-14 Guests |
$32,125 |
$25,255 |
|
Lower
Suite 4 15-16 Guests |
$32,940 |
$26,020 |
|
Lower
Suite 5 17-18 Guests |
$33,755 |
$26,785 |
|
Owner's
Villa 19-20 Guests (Note 1) |
$43,880 |
$36,910 |
|
|
|
|
|
Owner's
Villa on its own |
$32,000 |
$25,750 |
|
|
2008 Christmas/New
Years |
Thanksgiving |
|
5
Suites Total of 18 Guests |
$47, 250 / $57,375 | $26, 785 |
|
Plus
Owner's Villa Total of 20 Guests |
Please
Note:
1)
Owner's Villa is available for an additional $10,125 per week year around after
minimum rental rate of $21,875 High Season and $15,625 Low Season is satisfied.
2) The Christmas/New Years Holiday is a flat rate of
$47, 250 to $57,375
per
week with a suggested minimum stay of 14 days. Christmas week must be
rented first or the 2 week minimum applies.
Rate does not include Owner's Villa, which is an additional $10,125 per week.
Note: Rates subject to change.
A
$2,500 site fee applies to wedding stays of less than four nights in Low Season
and less than seven nights in High Season. For stays of four nights or more in
Low Season and for stays of seven nights in High Season, this fee is waived.
RESERVATION
POLICY
Published rates are for 7 nights. High Season requires a 5-night minimum rate in
3 bedrooms (excluding Owner’s Villa and holiday weeks) with arrivals and
departures on Saturday or Sunday. Low Season. requires a 3-night minimum rate in
3 bedrooms (excluding Owner’s Villa and holiday weeks) with arrivals and
departures on Saturday or Sunday.
A
reservation deposit of 25% of the rental rate is required within 3 business days
upon confirmation of a booking, with he balance due 60 days prior to arrival
date. If arrival date is less than 60 days for initial booking date, payment in
full is required at time of booking confirmation. Bookings during the
Christmas/New Year Holiday Season require a reservation deposit of 50% of the
rental rate within 3 business days upon confirmation of a booking, with the
balance due 90 days prior to arrival date. A damage deposit of US$2,000 is
required for all bookings payable at time of final rental deposit. The damage
deposit will be refunded promptly after departure assuming that no damage is
sustained during the guests stay. All payments must be made by wire transfer,
Visa or MasterCard. Silent Waters Villa reserves the right to cancel any
reservation if final payment is not received by the due date, unless alternate
arrangements have been make in advance. Check-in time is 2:00 PM and checkout
time is 11:00 am. If the property is not reserved by other guests on the arrival
date and/or departure date; an earlier check-in and/or later checkout time on
the same date can be arranged without additional charge to the guest with
arrivals and departures on Saturday or Sunday.
CREDIT
CARD POLICY
Owner accepts both Visa and MasterCard in lieu of wire transfer for the initial
deposit up to a maximum of $5,000 without a surcharge. For any charges above the
$5,000 for the initial deposit and final deposit payments in total, the Owners
will accept Visa or MasterCard with an additional 3% processing fee with
arrivals and departures on Saturday or Sunday.
CANCELLATION
POLICY
Cancellation more than 60 days prior to
scheduled arrival bears a 20% cancellation fee. Apr 16 to Dec 14, cancellation
less than 60 days prior to scheduled arrival will result in forfeiture of all
funds paid. Dec 15 to Apr 15, if cancellation occurs less than 90 days prior to
scheduled arrival, all deposits will be forfeited subject to note 2 below. Only
under the following circumstances will a refund be made less than 60 days prior
to stay or during High Season:
1) Villa unfit for habitation due to natural calamity.
2) Villa rebooked by another party for the canceled dates. If only a portion of
the canceled dates is rebooked, a pro-rata refund applies. Any rental payments
that qualify for a refund, whether in whole or pro-rata, will be subject to
deduction of a 20% administrative fee.
Additional
accommodations:
Immediately downhill and within our first
set of electronic gates is our glamorous sister villa, Destiny, a luxurious
4-bedroom home with two private pools, which can be rented with Silent Waters.
To view, see
Destiny
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