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I appreciate its polished brass hardware from England, its massive master bedroom with balconies on three side, its crooked old chandeliers and its oh-so-genuine longtime staff. Gazing over its picture postcard views recharges my soul and reminds me why I love Jamaica. A sweeping staircase brings guests up through the three-story entrance foyer to the salmon-hued soft brick pool terrace ... a 1,500 ft² outdoor living space around the 40' x 40' private pool, picturesquely framed in white stone arches.
The adjacent large living room has satellite television and opens to more terraces and views. Four shaded sitting areas, poolside chaises, and two dining tables seat 15 guests. The breakfast table overlooks a 500-acre coconut plantation. Home-cooked meals here by Pam, the jolly and talented Hanover House cook, merit special mention. One evening, let Pam feed the kids early. Then linger over a long candlelight adult dinner till the stars come out. Then, with drink in hand, move to the master suite balcony for the light show of a lifetime. (Some guests have chosen to sleep on the balcony rather than leave the meserizing view.)
Interiors at Hanover House are characterized by a few priceless Empire pieces and several antique mahogany case pieces, richly restored with their original hardware and fluted bases. English botanicals adorn the walls. The large bathrooms have their original plain cabinetry and laminated countertops, but the very comfortable beds and views from each bedroom more than make up for the lack of Corian and granite.
In summary, Hanover House feels like home and has a very distinctive brand of charm and spaciousness that have drawn many families back again and again. If you've left your own pets behind while you take a vacation, be advised that Hanover House is home to our beloved chocolate lab pup, Pesto. He loves people, sticks and tennis balls. He stays out of the house and is playful and gentle with children in the yard.
Amenities:
- 6½ bedroom private villa on 3 acres ... 7,000 ft² of living space
- 40 x 40 private pool plus 1,700-square-foot upper level sundeck
- ping pong table
- wireless Internet access (bring your own laptop)
- spectacular view of the sea and night lights of Montego Bay
- satellite dish ... television, DVD and VCR ... cassette/CD player
- considerately designed for families, nannies and children
Staff:
• Cook, Butler, Housekeepers, Laundress, Gardener
Bedrooms:
Upstairs Bedrooms
Master Bedroom:
1,000-square-foot suite. Kingsize bed; antique writing desk; sitting area; 32" flat screen television; en-suite bathroom with double sink, tub-shower combination. Air-conditioning; large wrap-around balcony with magnificent view of Montego Bay day and night.
Connecting door to adjoining nanny`s or child`s room with twin bed. Locking door to upper sundeck. Shares master bathroom. Second twin bed can be added to create kingsize sleeping accommodation for one couple. This is the only non-air-conditioned bedroom. However, cool air from double air conditioners in the Master Bedroom tends to cool this small room.
Bedroom 2:
Kingsize or twin beds; air conditioning; cathedral rafter-and-beam ceiling; shared bath with Bedroom 3; tub-shower combination; door to upper sundeck. View over pool.
Bedroom 3:
Double bed; air conditioning; shared bath with Bedroom 2; tub-shower combination; door to upper sundeck. View over pool.
All upstairs bedrooms open onto the 1,700-square-foot sundeck with chaises and trade winds ... a lofty perch for lovers of sunrises and sunsets.
Downstairs Bedrooms
Bedroom 4:
Kingsize or twin beds; large private bath with tub-shower combination; mini-fridge; private shaded porch with sea view.
Bedroom 5:
Kingsize or twin beds; large private bath with tub-shower combination; ceiling fan; mini-fridge; private porch with sea view.
Bedroom 6:
Kingsize or twin beds plus sofabed; television; large private bath with tub-shower combination; ceiling fan; overlooks pool.
