Yepton Estate Cottages

My husband and I had the pleasure of staying at the Yepton Estate Cottages while we attended a surgical conference in St. John. The conference was held at the Royalton Antigua, an all-inclusive resort located within walking distance of the cottages. In addition to being far more affordable than lodging at the Royalton, the Yepton Estate Cottages offered privacy and peacefulness that are difficult to find at a large commercial resort. We also received excellent attention and customer service from the owners, Gabriela and Douglas. Whether it was a restaurant recommendation or assistance with taxi service, they were always happy to assist us. If we decide to return to Antigua, we would definitely return to Yepton Estate Cottages. We enjoyed having a living area, kitchenette, and private porch. One of our favorite parts of the trip was mixing our cocktails in the kitchen and unwinding on our private patio as we overlooked the pool and lagoon. From the picturesque view to the sounds of local wildlife, we truly felt immersed in the natural surroundings. We are so grateful to Gabriela, Douglas, and the wonderful team of medical professionals from Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. You all made our first visit to Antigua so special and we are already looking forward to a return visit!

I spent three fantastic days at Yepton Estate Cottages during my last visit to Antigua. The cottages are very clean, well equipped for cooking, have comfortable beds and are quiet. There is a swimming pool with a sunbathing area. There are also a lot of birds. Some of them can be fed from your hand. The cottages are located within walking distance to several lovely beaches, including the island's only clothing optional beach (40 minutes, walking along a quiet road). A walk to the main supermarket will take 45 minutes, and to Saint John's 60 minutes, along a rather busy road. So depending on your physical ability, appetite for walking, and plans, you may want to opt for renting a car or using a taxi. Last but not least, Gabriela and Douglas were exceptional hosts. I felt wholeheartedly welcome at Yepton Cottages: cold drink on arrival, bottle of wine as a gift. Gabriela and Douglas also took me for dinner on the first night! They live next door and can make themselves easily available if you need anything.

As a seasoned traveller, the past two years of prohibitive travel restrictions and uncertainty have been challenging. For my first and much needed holiday I wanted to find somewhere which met two conditions: a quiet and self-contained accommodation, and access to uncrowded beaches with tropical waters. At Yepton Estate Cottages, I found this and so much more. Your hosts Gabriela and Douglas are two of the nicest people I have ever met, and could not do enough for me, whilst simultaneously ensuring I had the privacy and space that I was seeking. From the moment of my arrival, I was welcomed like family and Gabriela drove me personally to the nearest supermarket to help me stock up on provisions for my first few days. I was then free to enjoy the nearby beaches (the closest - Yepton Beach, is less than ten minutes on foot), and mostly to just enjoy the tranquility which I was craving after the toll of the Pandemic. My cottage had everything I could possibly need, and the deck overlooking the salt lake provided hours of watching the Brown Pelicans diving, or simply a space to enjoy the warmth and the breeze with some protection from the sun. Nothing is too much trouble for your hosts Gabriela and Douglas, or their charming housekeeper Sharon. After catching the rays a little too strongly at the start of my tirp, Gabriela even supplied me with some much needed After-Sun and additional SPF! I booked this location based on the fantastic reviews and the location. It surpassed my expectations, and was the most perfect escape from the reality of daily life during these strange times. If you like all-inclusive, being waited on, and being surround by other people, this is not for you! If you value your own slice of paradise, where the whole day is yours to while away at your own pace, with world class beaches just around the corner, then Gabriela and Douglas will take care of the rest for you! Thank you Gabi and Douglas and Sharon... I miss Yepton already.