On a stunning promontory, once the site of an old stone fort, sits a remarkable Premier home named Fortlands Point. From its breathtaking location on the tip of the peninsula, the commanding view encompasses the turquoise water of Discovery Bay on one side and the deep blue Caribbean Sea on the other. The clear buoyant water and adjacent reefs are a paradise for snorkelers and divers. Just a few feet from the point, the protected reefs are a colourful coral world of Jackfish, Parrot Fish, Wrass and Sergeant Majors.
Textures of teak, cedar, Italian tile and Persian rugs complement the dramatic architecture. With families in mind, seven bedrooms (including two specifically for children) have been thoughtfully designed on individual split levels. The comfortable verandah is complete with black granite bar, icemaker and television. Sunset cocktail hours here drift into leisurely long dinners under the stars on any of five open-air dining areas. Inside is the formal dining room with 100-year-old 12' mahogany heirloom table. As a special treat, the staff will serve dinner on the very point itself, followed by a seaside bonfire if you wish ~ evenings to treasure and remember.
Seven old cannons dot the two-acre grounds. Across the lawn is the indoor glass-backed squash court. The adjacent mirrored fitness room includes a universal weight machine and elliptical cycle in a breezy space with a wonderful view of the sea.
Child friendly, Fortlands Point offers two complimentary portacribs, one high chair and games for children (and adults too). The DSS satellite television system includes Disney and and other children's programming. In the yard are two swings, one set of rings, a slide and a mini-tree house.
Distance to Beach: 3 private beaches on site
Distance to Town: 5 minute walk to Discovery Bay; 25 minute drive to Ocho Rios
Distance to Airport: 60 minutes to Sangster International Airport (MBJ)
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LOWER LEVEL
Custom-designed mahogany king-size bed (Baron's bed) plus daybed, television, French doors to furnished terrace and lawn, sea view, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower combination. Wheelchair-accessible bedroom and terrace via the ramped entrance and wide doorways.
LEVEL 2
King-size bed, sea view, French doors to a furnished balcony, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
King size 4-poster bed, sea view, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
Two double beds, television/cable, en-suite bathroom with tub-shower combination
LEVEL 3
Named for its prow-of-ship views. King-size bed, plus a day bed, television, walk-in closet, spacious en-suite bathroom with double-basin vanity, and large walk-in shower with 2 shower heads
Family Room
Comfortable sitting room with large surround-sound television, DVD player, balcony, and sea view
LEVEL 4
Large loft bedroom under the high peaked ceiling. King-size bed, walk-in closet, and spacious bathroom with large walk-in shower (big enough for two) Sea view from bedroom, bathroom, and shower
Queen bed in the small cute room under the peaked ceiling, plus a daybed, and en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
COTTAGE
All bedrooms feature state-of-the-art remote control air conditioners and ceiling fans
All bathrooms are fitted with stainless steel Kohler fixtures
LOWER LEVEL - Games & Media Room
Large game room, flat-screen TV with surround sound, bar area, Pool table, powder room
LEVEL ONE - Bedrooms 8 & 9 | Situated above the games room/gym, these rooms are not part of the main house.
King-sized bed with ocean view balcony, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, and double vanities
King-sized bed with ocean view balcony, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower, and double vanities