Lose yourself in quintessential Caribbean splendour at this understated luxe, retro-chic beach hotel on a sought-after hideaway island.

Updated Version Nov 2018

The Essentials...

How to Book 2 Selling Points 2 Personal Viewpoint 3 Facts 4-5 Accommodation 6-7 Weddings 8 A day in the life... 9 Island Activities 10 Map 11

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How to Book Address:

Bequia Beach Hotel, PO Box 225, Friendship Beach, Bequia, St Vincent & The Grenadines, West Indies

Tel: +1 (784) 458 1600 www.bequiabeachhotel.com

Owner: Bengt Mortstedt

Reservations: Tel: +1 (784) 458 1700 Email: reservations@bequiabeach.com

Enquiries and brochure requests: Call UK marketing representative:

Essential Detail 7 Hampton Court Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey KT1 4AE Telephone: 020 8977 6099 E-mail: office@essentialdetail.co.uk

www.essentialdetail.co.uk

Selling Points Why Bequia Beach Hotel?

• Modern Colonial style that combines luxury, elegance and charm with a unique modern flair reminiscent of the 1950’s Caribbean.

• Nestled within the stunning Friendship Bay beach with far reaching views across to other Grenadine islands in the distance.

• Talented guest chefs join the Bequia Beach kitchen team to provide a Caribbean-European dining experience. Menus are seasonally updated and change frequently to offer guests a plethora of local, fresh choices.

• The perfect spot from which to indulge in quiet relaxation, experience unspoilt Bequian life, and sample some delicious Caribbean-European fusion cuisine in unrivalled surroundings.

• Built from scratch by entrepreneur Bengt Mortstedt, with ideas gleaned from the very best experiences from his extensive worldwide travels.

Why Bequia?

• One of the most beautiful and secluded islands within the enticing Grenadines, which stretch from St Vincent in the North to Union Island in the South.

• A true hideaway island, hidden from the tourist’s radar yet with numerous exciting and different activities available.

• Steeped in history with tales from the swashbuckling days of Black Beard and his band of pirates that created havoc sailing the Caribbean seas, alongside Bequian eccentricities that are truly one of a kind.

• Enjoy great Caribbean and European dining at the numerous local restaurants – there is an excellent choice for such a small island.

• Peaceful and secluded white sand beaches with extraordinary panoramic vistas.

• For the eco tourist who enjoys natural surroundings that are off the beaten track and a million miles from home.

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Personal Viewpoint

Bequia Beach Hotel is something special and secret that we really would rather keep to ourselves! Owner Bengt Mortstedt has created a hotel that mixes retro style with modern day chic, combined with all the conveniences one would expect from a luxury new hotel. Neither pretentious, nor stuffy and where you can easily throw away all inhibitions without a care, thus enabling you to enjoy a bare foot in the sand experience and a truly memorable holiday at fantastic value for money. The ‘pièce de résistance’ is the island of Bequia which has kept its true Caribbean charm intact, while picking and choosing what it wants from the 21st century – something that is right on impossible to find!

For full details of island activities please see page 10.

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Facts How to get there From Barbados and St. Lucia by private or shared charter to Bequia, with , Mustique Airways, SVG Air and/or Grenadine Air Alliance & Bequia Air which can be booked through the hotel. From Barbados with LIAT to St Vincent and onward by ferry. For flight transfers from Barbados or St Lucia to Bequia with Bequia Air/SVG Air /Mustique Airways/Grenadine Air Alliance an agent will be present at the entrance of the immigration hall with a sign for their airline. The agent will assist passengers through immigration, locating the bags and checking them onto their onward flight. VIP Transfer Packages available with Bequia Air. Ferry: From St Vincent by ferry (approx. 1 hour) to Port Elizabeth, Bequia – there are 2 different companies: Bequia Express and Admiral Inc. There are approximately 5 Ferries a day weekdays (3 on Saturdays/ 2 on Sundays) with Bequia Express and 2/3 a day with Admiral Inc. The hotel are able to assist with any queries . Tickets are purchased locally as you board the ferry . For detailed timetables visit http://www.bequiaexpress.com/schedules.php and http://admiraltytransport.com/schedule/

Location On the South East coast on Friendship Bay, 10 minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from the capital Port Elizabeth.

Accommodation 58 rooms, suites and villas – refer to page 6 for full descriptions. Sister property: GRENADINE HOUSE, St Vincent, Grenadines

Under the same private ownership as Bequia Beach Hotel, Grenadine House is an 18 room hotel, originally a colonial house, on

a hillside in a quiet residential area of St Vincent with views out to sea and across the capital, Kingstown. This boutique hotel

with a terrace restaurant and pool & Spa offers the perfect sanctuary for one or two days to explore the island, or as a stopping

point when connecting through St Vincent to other Grenadine islands. The stylish décor of the accommodation is reminiscent of

Bequia Beach Hotel.

Contact Essential Detail for details and see www.grenadinehouse.com

Airport Transfers Cost US$22 round trip per person. If more than 6 persons an extra charge will be added per person for luggage payable locally. Clients booking a minimum 5 night stay receive FREE round trip transfers between the hotel and either the airport or port on Bequia.

Check-in/Check-out Check-in is 3:00pm. Check-out is 12:00 noon. Early check-in and late check-out is available subject to availability and request.

Children Extra bed charges US$50 per night per child (cots are provided free of charge for infants). Babysitting is approx. US$20 per hour. Kids Activities with professional supervision available for children aged 4 - 12 years, Monday – Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm, with

fun-filled activities, age appropriate toys, puzzles and games. Activities include art and crafts, treasure hunts (garden and beach),

jewellery making, sandcastle building, baking & decorating cupcakes & cookies, fresh fruit Mocktail making at the bar. Parents

wanting to take advantage of this facility are asked to register their children upon arrival where they will discuss the activities

available and can book with reception for required times. FREE year round.

At a supplement (children are accompanied by the Kids Co-ordinator): US$20 Turtle Sanctuary Visit: meet the famous Bequian

sea turtles. Included return taxi transfer for this guided tour + ice cream on return.

Climate Delightful year-round, average temperature 27°C (84°F)

Credit Card

All major credit cards are accepted.

Currency Eastern Caribbean (EC) dollar, but US dollars are readily acceptable. Money can be exchanged at the hotel reception.

Dress Code Informal dress is the norm, however after 7:00pm swim suits and beach attire should not be worn at the bars or restaurants. For dinner a collared shirt/polo shirt and casual slacks or smart shorts are acceptable for men and elegantly casual attire for women.

Drivers Licence Local Licence – EC$100. A local licence can be obtained on presentation of a full and valid UK licence – obtainable at the revenue office in Port Elizabeth. The car hire company will accompany the guest to obtain the license.

Electricity 240V with 3 prong plug sockets. Adapters are available in each room and additional upon request.

Entertainment Owner’s weekly cocktail party and live entertainment several times a week in high season including: lobster fest with live band on Saturdays, Caribbean Night on Mondays with live string band music , BBQ evening Wednesdays and lazy Sunday lunch on the beach with live music. New this year is ‘Movie Night’ Refer to the hotels website calendar or Guest Services for more details.

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Hotel and Sports Facilities 2 restaurants and 2 bars. The second restaurant and bar is open in high season only. Plus Jacks Bar & restaurant which is located on the famous Princess Margaret Beach Reception and Guest Lounge which has a selection of board games along with shop, boule pitch, table tennis, darts, 2 pools plus unique pool cabanas, gym, spa and steam sauna. Meetings and private events – 4 dedicated air-conditioned meeting rooms are available with high end furniture and facilities. These are suitable for conferences, cocktails, banquets, weddings and celebrations. Room 1 is approx. 1,130 sq. ft. and can accommodate 100 people in theatre style; 64 for a banquet. Room 2 is approx. 2,493 sq. ft. and Room 3 is approx. 3,403 sq. ft. Both rooms 2 and 3 can accommodate 30 in theatre style and 23 in schoolroom seating and 16-26 in boardroom seating. Room 2 has a projector and dedicated sound system making it very useful for PowerPoint presentations. Room 4 sits only 6 in boardroom seating. Cost for hire and sample food & drinks package on request. Watersports – supervised by the hotel’s watersports instructor, hotel guests are offered a selection of non-motorised watersports and shown how to best enjoy them! Guests can book with reception to reserve times for exclusive use of the various equipment, which is available 7 days a week. The warm waters of Friendship Bay are perfect for sailing and snorkelling. Equipment is available free of charge for Bequia Beach Hotel guests: One and two-man kayaks, surfboards, paddleboards/bodyboards and snorkelling equipment is also available. Sunfish Sailboats will carry a local charge per hour of US$20. Pool Cabanas – stylish pool cabanas are for guests’ use, subject to availability. Free of charge. Guests booking the Estate Villa can reserve a pool cabana if required. Bar staff are on hand to serve drinks for guests around the pool and on the beach including guests who are using the cabanas. New Yoga Pavilion – complimentary for guests twice a week, year round

Meals and Drinks All rates, offers and packages include full breakfast (breakfast buffet in high season), dinner supplement is also available.

Blue Tropic Restaurant & Bar – open seasonally as demand requires, serving delicious Italian and Caribbean menu on some evenings Bagatelle on the Beach – al fresco dining right on the beach Breakfast: 7.30am – 10.00am Lunch: 12.00pm – 3.00pm Dinner: 6.30pm – 9.00pm Bequia Beach Bar - Rum Shack open all day from 10am daily, until the last person leaves. Casual bar menu is available at lunch. Jacks Bar – Princess Margaret Beach Open Daily 11am-11pm Room service - Available from restaurant menus and delivered to the rooms, on request

Rates and Terms Refer to hotel website www.bequiabeach.com

Spa Facilities An individual cottage in the gardens includes an air-conditioned gym and spa with three spa treatment rooms and shower facilities. There is a steam sauna which, like the gyms, is available for complimentary use. A range of spa treatments are available including a variety of massage & facials as well as pedicures & speciality packages. Treatments can be tailored to suit the individual.

Water Bottled water is complimentary upon arrival and replenished daily.

WiFi WiFi is complimentary and available throughout the resort.

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Accommodation

Number of rooms, suites and villas: 58 accommodations, mostly with sea and beach views set in the hotel grounds whose gardens include fruit orchards and almond trees. Facilities: all accommodation has air conditioning, ceiling fans, en-suite tiled bathroom and shower, hairdryer, bathrobes, mini cooler, safe, and tea and coffee making facilities. All are beautifully appointed with contemporary colonial interiors and private terraces furnished in bespoke rattan. Note: Iron, ironing boards, TV, iPod docking station, radio CD player are available in room on request.

As the hotel is nestled into the hillside, there are some rooms which are accessible by a series of staggered steps. From reception to the Ocean View suites there are 18 steps. From the main pool area to Blue Tropic there are 23 steps and from Blue Tropic to the Classic Rooms there are 20 steps.

Classic Room 8 rooms in one of the hotel’s elevated 2 - 3 storey buildings set on the hillside, overlooking the hotel’s second pool and across the gardens to the Caribbean Sea. All feature spacious double bed (twin beds are available). Approx: 400 sq. ft. Maximum occupancy: 2 persons

Grenadine Cottage 1 Bedroom ( was one bedroom cottage) 3 garden view private villas set in the hotel’s gardens with spacious accommodation, made up of one large bedroom area (available with twin beds or a king size bed) plus a luxury bathroom with ‘rain’ shower and a walk in closet. The outside terrace also has a small garden area. Approx: 681 sq. ft. Maximum occupancy: 2 persons

Junior Plantation Suite 11 split level junior suites with separate sitting area in an attractive 3-storey building with lovely ocean and garden views and large bathrooms - offering the largest double accommodation at the hotel. King, Queen or twin bed options are available. Interconnecting doors between some suites are available on request. Approx: 700 sq. ft. Maximum occupancy: 2-3 persons. Note: Some of the Junior Plantation Suites have a separate small room at the back suitable for a 3rd person sharing comfortably. These are confirmed strictly on a request basis. Plus, those rooms on the ground floor have some restricted ocean views due to the lush gardens.

Beachfront Suite 29 spacious split level suites in an enviable location right on the beach overlooking the sea, and close to the main pool and beach restaurant. All rooms feature a sitting area and generous sized bathroom. King, Queen or twin bed options are available and these promise to be the most sought after accommodation. Approx: 700 sq. ft. Maximum occupancy: 2-3 persons. Note: Some of the Beach front suites have an extra bedroom at the back. These are confirmed strictly on a request basis

Classic 2 Bedroom Family Suite 2 spacious family suites, similar in location and style to the Classic Rooms but with an additional interconnecting separate twin room (and an additional WC) ideal for families. The large balcony overlooks the hotel’s second pool & sun deck and looks out towards the sea. Approx: 785 sq. ft -1,200 sq feet depending on suite allocated Maximum occupancy: 4 persons

Grenadine Cottage with Private Pool ( was 2 bedroom villa with pool) 3 private villas located in the beautiful gardens, a short stroll to the pool and beach with two bedrooms (can be made up as a double and twin), both en-suite sharing a living room and kitchen area and a lovely covered terrace, sun deck and private plunge pool. A favourite with families and those looking for a little extra privacy. Approx: 1,120 sq. ft. Maximum occupancy: 4 persons

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Palm Villa Newly renovated in 2019 this gorgeous villa enjoys a very private location located within the lush gardens of the hotel grounds. The Palm Villa has 4 bedrooms consisting of a master bedroom with King Size bed and private bathroom, one bedroom with a Queen Size bed plus another bedroom with 2 single beds (with these two rooms sharing a bathroom), plus a further single bedroom with its own bathroom. The villa enjoys 1,150 sq ft of living space with a kitchen, living room and its own private swimming pool plus a large outdoor terrace with sun loungers and a cabana lounge area. The Palm Villa is ideal for families with generous indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy evening cocktails and private meals (prices for a resort chef available on request). Crib available on request. Maximum occupancy: 7 persons

Estate Villa This 4 double bedroom, exclusive luxury villa contains 2 bedrooms with King Size beds, one bedroom with 2 Queen Size beds and 1 room with 2 single beds, all rooms en-suite. Located in a secluded hillside spot, only a few steps up from the beach; close to the gym, spa and restaurant. This villa offers stunning ocean views of Friendship Beach and Mustique Island. Beautiful and spacious, this villa comes with oversized lounge areas and its own serviced kitchen with separate laundry. Full English breakfast is included and prepared by a dedicated chef. The kitchen is for the use of the Bequia Beach Hotel chefs and staff. A resort chef can also be provided to prepare and serve lunches & dinners and guests can discuss this with the hotel in advance of, or during, their stay (prices available on request). The villa also comes with a dedicated villa manager and 2 maids. Additional features include a covered outdoor terrace, extensive outdoor seating, 1,045 sq. ft. sundeck, large lounge, infinity pool, outdoor shower, gazebo and BBQ area. Clients booking the Estate Villa have exclusive use of one of the main resort pool private cabanas. The villa also has its own separate and private second entrance, directly from the local road where 2 car parking spaces are available for the villa guests. Approx: 2,900 sq. ft. of indoor space and an additional 1,950 sq. ft. of covered terraces. Maximum occupancy: 8 persons

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Weddings

Bequia Beach Hotel lends itself to a perfect destination wedding with its picture postcard setting, unmatched flexibility in design and party sizes as well as offering impeccable standards of service and creative cuisine. The hotel’s dedicated wedding co-ordinator is available to help in all aspects of arranging a wedding including assistance with the legal requirements as detailed below.

Simple & Elegant - US$950.00 inclusive of the taxes (basic wedding package)

Airport transfer

Welcome amenity for bride and groom

Government fees, marriage license, wedding certificate, registrar costs and ceremony charges

Bouquet of fresh, local flowers for the bride

Decorated wedding venue

Boutonniere for the groom

Wedding cake (one tier)

One bottle of champagne for wedding ceremony

Minister’s fee

Wedding coordinator services

Classic Pool & Sea View Accommodation

Legal Requirements: The following requirements are applicable to visitors planning to get married in Bequia (St Vincent and The Grenadines):

Visitors must be resident in St Vincent and The Grenadines for at least one full day prior to the wedding ceremony

A marriage licence must be obtained from the Attorney General’s office at the Ministry of Justice in St Vincent, in person

The marriage ceremony must be performed by an official marriage officer, a priest, or a minister, registered in St Vincent

The following documents are required:

A valid passport

Divorce decree (if applicable)

Death certificate (if applicable) Assistance from the hotel: Bequia Beach Hotel are able to arrange for someone to go with the wedding couple to St Vincent to organise all the papers and the cost of this is approximately EC$200/US$80. Tropical Bliss & Ultimate Extravagance Wedding Packages are also available.

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A day in the life of a guest at Bequia Beach Hotel

As you awake in the tropical island of Bequia, enjoy the wide variety of birds in the extensive gardens and observe native

humming birds during breakfast at the Bagatelle restaurant

* Unwind with a good book from your favourite author whilst relaxing on the beach or on your private terrace – let the world pass

you by as the daily distractions of TV, the Internet and world news drift away and take a back seat on your ultimate relaxing break

* Experience Bequia life by taking time to explore this friendly island – chat to the people and slip into the infamously infectious island pace of life – before realising it you will have fallen in love with Bequia, like many others before you. Have an afternoon

coffee at the Gingerbread café and linger to watch people and yachting life.

* Stroll along the pristine white sand beach and through the hotel’s almond forest and gardens – spot mango, lime, sugar apple

and papaya and enjoy the vibrant colours of frangipani, bougainvillea and flamboyant trees

* Take a relaxing dip – with or without a snorkel – in the strikingly clear and unbeatably warm waters at Friendship Beach and walk

in the surf to see the local fishing boats at the Western end of the bay

* At sunset why not sip a freshly made rum based cocktail at the hotel’s beach bar and watch the sun melt away. As the stars

come out, dine at the delicious Bagatelle Restaurant right at the water’s edge, for a seriously romantic candle lit dinner – and when there’s live music, spontaneous barefoot dancing in the sand is not uncommon!

A Little History

During the early 18th century Bequia was visited by the notorious British pirate seaman ‘Blackbeard’! The island was a well-established watering hole and a source of lumber for buccaneers, privateers and pirates, so naturally Bequia has its share of swashbuckling tales! The traditional Bequia cottage with wooden blue shutters close to the hotel belonged to the former British Prime Minister Sir Anthony Eden where he resided for a few years in the later 1950s. The house on the hill opposite this cottage belonged to Sandy Meisner, a pioneering drama teacher with an acting school on the island – notable students included Steve McQueen, Geoff Goldblum and Sandra Bullock. Bequia has a strong seafaring history over three hundred years with one of the finest natural harbours in the Caribbean at Admiralty Bay. Since the mid-1800s whaling and boatbuilding became the island’s twin mainstays – in the 1970s ‘Water Pearl’ was built for legendary singer Bob Dylan. Celebrities seeking an exclusive hideaway in the true Caribbean still retreat to the island of Bequia for a relaxed island vibe and where anyone can slip under the radar!

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Island Activities

The Beaches The Grenadines islands are well known for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, and Bequia certainly lives up to this, with Princess Margaret Beach, Lower Bay which are absolutely not to be missed. Both can now be reached on foot by the new Belmont Walkway from Port Elizabeth.

Old Hegg Turtle Sanctuary Local fisherman, Orton ‘Brother’ King, constructed this sanctuary in an effort to preserve the hawksbill turtle. A true labour of love.

Friendship Rose Sailing Schooner Sail in a historic trading Schooner to the beautiful & uninhabited islands of the Grenadines. This relaxing day trip is punctuated by snorkelling and watching out for flying fish, turtles, dolphins and whales.

Port Elizabeth

The centre-point of Bequia is the town of Port Elizabeth, a favourite stop of yachtsmen for supplies, repairs, or just plain fun. It wraps around Admiralty Bay and has a waterside sidewalk, called the Belmont Walkway which connects the colourful jumble of shops, restaurants and bars lining the shoreline.

Firefly Plantation Bequia Visit the ruins of a historic 280 year old sugar mill and explore a lush and tropical 30 acre working plantation with orchards producing guava, mango, oranges, grapefruit, bananas, breadfruit, Bequia plums, and a variety of wonderful and exotic crops. Plantation Tours are approx.: EC$10 per person.

Hamilton Fort The remains of this 18th-century fort overlooking Admiralty Bay and provides panoramic island views.

Yacht Charters

Island hop aboard your own private yacht, from one idyllic island paradise to the next. The hotel can recommend a number of elegant sailing yacht prices depending on size. The flexibility and exclusiveness of your own private yacht and professional crew is the ultimate indulgence. The yacht is available for day and overnight charters.

Jack’s Bar – (under same ownership as Bequia Beach Hotel)

Situated on the pristine Princess Margaret Beach, Jack's Beach bar is a perfect stop anytime of the day. Try one of their exquisite cocktails or some of the delicious seafood caught just a few metres away.

Frangipani A lovely waterfront bar is usually frequented by yachtsmen from around the world as well as locals and features local bands and a great barbecue. ‘Jump up!’ on Thursday evenings is very popular.

Rasta Market Rasta Market is a really unique experience offering an interesting variety of fresh island fruits and vegetables. There is also the adjacent fish market where fishermen blow the conch shell to let shoppers know the catch of the day has arrived.

Mount Pleasant The highest accessible point in Bequia, with sweeping views first over Admiralty Bay as the road winds upwards. From the summit, there are amazing views of the southern Grenadine islands.

Day Trips to Mustique Just 25 minutes from Bequia Beach Jetty, enjoy a day trip to the gorgeous neighbouring island of Mustique.

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