An island as beautiful as Nevis deserves to be showcased and enjoyed, and that is exactly what is achieved by Le Mangabey Estate home. The name and design of this extraordinary villa also give a nod to Nevisian history: a mangabey is a long-tailed monkey native to the forests of west and central Africa, and the footprint of the home has been inspired by Kenya and Tanzania’s unmistakable gingerbread palm.
Designed for indulgence, comfort and entertaining, Le Mangabey is the jewel in the crown of the Four Seasons Estates Nevis. Nestled within 2.61 acres of landscaped, mature gardens, the Caribbean Sea lies in the foreground and Nevis Peak rises quietly in the background. Peace, privacy, and calming, classic luxury define the interior.
An ornate fountain in a huge copper, (rescued from a former sugar mill), greets you at the end of a long, sweeping driveway. Enter the home into a spacious great room, offering unobstructed views to the sparkling sea and sunshine. Enjoy white-painted cathedral ceilings and hardwood floors that flow throughout the home and set the tone. The pastel blue, soft white furnishings and accessories feature designers such as Bergdoff Goodman and Ralph Lauren; folding french doors lead out to the generous 1500 square foot verandah.
Enjoy dining al fresco with a completely separate outdoor dining pavilion and full gourmet kitchen. Entertaining at Le Mangabey is done in a dramatic fashion.
All five bedrooms are ensuite, four on the main floor - spread along two separate wings, offering complete privacy. All four rooms lead out to the verandah and down to the pool terrace. One guest room stands out- the whimsical “Jungle Room”: a French artist hand painted a jungle mural on the walls, everything from tigers to toucans peep out amongst the ruins of a sugar mill.
The 80 foot infinity edge swimming pool is heated, pouring itself towards the Caribbean Sea and the hills of St Kitts, and it is perfectly oriented for sunset swims. Above the pool sits a jacuzzi with a waterfall edge that connects it seamlessly with the pool.
There are private areas throughout the house and gardens for moments with the sun and the stars, for lounging and sundowners, for family and friendships. Towering palms offer a rustling green shield against the outside world and from here the only reminder that anyone else exists will be the twinkling lights of St Kitts at night.
Le Mangabey is a home for those fortunate enough to enjoy all the finest things in life – and to want to share it with others. This is a place designed for gatherings, making memories, and celebrating the glorious possibilities of architecture when a land, its history and its gentle pace of life has been integral to the creation. Book a site visit now, special discounted rates apply to qualified clients.
