Welcome to a luxury vacation rental located in the fabulous Montego Bay area of Jamaica. Built in 1956 by a member of the Du Pont family, and recently renovated by modernist architect Tom Reed, Great River House is located in a private gated neighborhood, the entire property fenced and entered through wrought iron gates. In a landscape peppered with reggae music and vibrant wild orchids, enjoy pure tranquility next holiday in the Caribbean! The grounds at Great River House include a hard-surface tennis court, a putting green and a spacious lawn with badminton and croquet. The large swimming pool features an infinity waterfall edge, fountain, expansive stone terrace and divided shallow children’s pool. Fruit trees enhance the manicured lawns, while royal palms, citrus and pimento trees are gently lit each evening. The villa combines elegance, an expansive pool terrace, state-of-the-art technology, Wi-Fi and cable TV so you can unwind in style. Your reservation includes the services of a full staff with chef, driver, butler, housekeeping and laundry. Locally-crafted mahogany furniture reflects an old Jamaican ambience, complemented with contemporary designer fabrics and a chef’s kitchen The interiors are distinguished by artwork from famous illustrator Arthur Taylor and painter George Rodrique as well as original Jamaican watercolors and oils. High vaulted ceilings and overhead fans keep the feelings airy and breezy. Great River House also serves as a delectable locale for a wedding or anniversary. Five exquisite bedrooms with Kohler en-suite bathrooms featuring water tiles accommodate up to ten guests at this non-smoking villa. You will find four king sized beds and two twin beds. The master suite features a dual vanity, lounge area and a balcony. Each suite has been decorated to suit the tastes of everyone in the family. Candlelight dinners are served in an interior air conditioned dining room where guests may enjoy a view over the pool and its infinity edge to the sea. Meals may also be served alfresco on the 2,400 square foot terrace. The chef loves to treat guests to fresh fish and grilled lobster – and everyone’s favorite – jerk pork and chicken prepared in the local way. Also, enjoy farm-to-table fruits, herbs and avocados grown right on the property. Three beaches – Round Hill, Reading and Cornwall – as well as the Tryall Golf Club are just a short drive away. Jamaica awaits! Copyright © Luxury Retreats. All rights reserved.