Shades

Spent 5 great weeks at Shades on the West Coast. Went with daughter for first 3 weeks, and then moved to larger appartment when joined my the rest of my family. Communication prior to the visit was excellent and our needs were accommodated including ordering a taxi to collect from the airport which was seamless. We received a very warm welcome from hosts Rochelle/John. Shades is a tranquil setting set back from the road a real hidden gem with pool for days you want stay in. It gave me the privacy needed and we felt very safe and cared for. Lovely local beach about 5 minutes walk but buses run frequently at the bottom of the gap to go up to Holetown (where we spent a lot of time) , Speightstown etc or further South to Bridgetown. We ate out a lot too, many local places to eat all delicious. Supermarket was a 5 minute drive or 20 walk away (we walked a few times early in the morning when cooler). Our hosts were attentive and available throughout the visit and surprised me with a lovely card and bubbly for my birthday. I would happily stay here again.

The accommodation was lovely and handily located for most of Barbados’ facilities. If you don’t have a car, a 250 metre walk takes you down to the main road where there are frequent buses and taxis available to all destinations. It was reassuring to have our host, Rochelle (not forgetting her lovely little helper and other family helpers) on hand for advice and help.

Shadows of Barbados is a lovely place. Rochelle does an amazing job of making people feel at home. We will be back!! Short little stroll to the beach and restaurants. Nice sleeping areas. Very nicely appointed. Love it here!