Anguilla At A Glance:
Anguilla is one of the Caribbean’s best kept secrets…cherished by those seeking tranquility and an unspoiled atmosphere…a wealth of sensually pleasing brilliant white sand beaches…clear aquamarine waters…uninterrupted solitude…a culinary heaven. Villas in Anguilla provide access to some of the Caribbean's most sought after beaches.

Anguilla vacation rentals are found northerly of the Leeward Islands in the Eastern Caribbean and lies between the Atlantic Ocean and the Caribbean Sea. It is only five miles north of St. Martin and one hundred and fifty miles east of Puerto Rico. Anguilla comprises several offshore islets/cays including Sandy Island, Dog Island, Prickly Pear Cays, Scrub Island and Sombrero Island.

Anguilla boasts over thirty white sand beaches with clear blue waters making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy swimming and snorkeling. A flat island, it features arid scrub that grows out of solid rock but again visitors come to Anguilla not for the scenery but for its exceptional beaches. Lustrous blue and aquamarine waters rim this scrubby piece of land. The islands attractions are its gorgeous soft-sand beaches and exceptionally clear waters and coral reefs just offshore which provide incredible snorkeling. A dry limestone island it is only approximately 16 miles long and around 3 miles across at its widest point. A flat island, its highest spot is Crocus Hill that is 213 feet above sea level.

Since the island wasn’t good for farming, the Anguillans became experts at making their living from the sea and are known throughout the Caribbean for their boat building and fishing skills. While the island lacks ancient historic sits and rain forests, nature lovers will enjoy the natural salt ponds that are rich with bird life.

What is unique about Anguilla, and Anguilla villas, is perhaps what visitors will NOT find…They won’t find much shopping, they won’t find much nightlife, they won’t find golf and they won’t find casinos. Instead, villas in  Anguilla feature access to will find incomparable beaches and a vast array of water sports as well as internationally recognized restaurants and peace and quiet. Anguilla is frequently referred to as the “cuisine capital of the Caribbean” since it offers discerning travelers exceptional dining experiences that range from elegant, intimate gourmet restaurants to casually chick bistros.

Anguilla villas are definetly one of life’s finer luxuries. Anguilla offers a variety of beautiful villas that can accommodate even the most demanding of requirements and tastes. Many of the deluxe villas on Anguilla include the services of a full staff.

Many of the most luxurious private villas in the Caribbean are to be found on Anguilla, and part of our Anguilla villa rental collection. We highly recommend this destination to our most discerning and sophisticated clients Anguilla vacation rental clients.

Once guests have settled into their villa, a Villas Caribe representative is available to meet with you should you require any information on the island and is on-call throughout your holiday should you need assistance.

Anguilla Villa Activities:
When staying at an Anguilla villa, guests may induldge in any of the following activities: boat racing, fishing, horseback riding, scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming with the dolphins, tennis, water-skiing, watersports.

Anguilla Airlines:

Air Anguilla
American Eagle
LIAT
Trans Anguilla
Tyden Air
Windward Island Airways

Anguilla Airport Transfers:
The Wallbalke Internal Airport is located just five miles from the capital of Anguilla, The Valley. Villas Caribe’s clients are met at the airport upon arrival, assisted with securing their rental vehicles and escorted to the villa.

Anguilla ATMS:
Anguilla offers several ATMS and they are located in The Valley including one at Scotia Bank which accepts most international cards. Presently, there are five ATMs located on Anguilla; one each at National Bank of Anguilla (NBA), Scotia Bank, Caribbean Commercial Bank and Ashley & Sons Grocery.

Anguilla Area Code: 264

Anguilla Baby-Equipment Rentals:
Car seats, cribs, high chairs, playpens, strollers, cots and bed rails are all available for rental for additional fees.

Anguilla Banks:
Banks on Anguilla are open from 8 AM –3 PM Mon.-Thursday and from 8 AM-5 PM on Fridays.

Anguilla Beaches:
Anguilla is known for its spectacular beaches. The entire island of Anguilla is bordered by sugar white sand and clear calm waters and boasts 33 of the best in the Caribbean.

Exceptional beaches for swimming and snorkeling on Anguilla include Barnes Bay, Blowing Point, Crocus Bay, Junk’s Hole Bay, Little Bay, Little Harbour, Mead’s Bay, Shoal Bay and Rendezvous Bay. Villas Caribe features Anguilla villas at many of these prime locations in Anguilla.

Shelling may be enjoyed at Shoal Bay East and West, Captain’s Bay, Savannah Bay and West End Bay.

Please note that all of Anguilla’s beaches are public and that there is no nude or topless sunbathing permitted.

Anguilla Villas-Budgeting/Costs To Rent A Villa on Anguilla:
In addition to the weekly rental rate for a villa on Anguilla, the additional costs involved include but are not limited to the following:

Air Transportation
Car Rentals
Groceries & beverages
Tip for the staff

Anguilla Villas-Cancellations:
Cancellation penalties are incurred and will vary depending upon the specific Anguilla villa. Upon confirmation with our company, a written cancellation policy will be issued along with the written invoice for the booking.

**Cancellation insurance is strongly advised for Anguilla vacation rentals to cover the cost of cancellation due to any unforeseen circumstances

Anguilla Capital: The Valley

Anguilla Car Rentals:
We highly recommend that clients rent a vehicle for their stay on Anguilla.
Renting a car on Anguilla requires a valid driver’s license as well as a temporary local Anguilla license that may be purchased for US $20 from the car rental agency. The major car rental companies such as Avis and Budget are located near the airport on Anguilla.
Rates for rental cars on Anguilla range from US $45-$60 per day not including insurance.
The Avis on Anguilla’s phone is 264.497.2642 and the Thrifty on Anguilla is 264.497.2656.

Anguilla Check-in/Check-out times:
Check-in time is generally after 3:00 PM and check-out time is 12:00 noon.

Anguilla Climate:
Warm & sunny with temperatures between 75 F and 90 F year round. During the winter, the nights are slightly cooler and so it might be a good idea to bring a cotton sweater.

Anguilla Villas-Communications:
The villas on Anguilla are all equipped with telephones and guests will be advised of the particular phone number of the property prior to their departure for Anguilla. Alternatively on Anguilla, phone cards are available for purchase at hotels, post offices, supermarkets and some shops. All of the public phone booths across Anguilla accept phone cards and you may call locally or internationally from the phone booths.

Anguilla Currency:
The Eastern Caribbean dollar which is fixed to the U.S. Dollar at US $1.00=EC $2.68 is the legal tender on Anguilla. Major credit cards are widely accepted as well.

Anguilla Deep-Sea Fishing:
Vast arrays of big game fish live in the oceans surrounding Anguilla.
Several different companies on the island offer guided Anguilla fishing excursions with a focus on fish like albacore, dolphin and king fish.

Anguilla Deposits:
A 25%-50% deposit is required to confirm a reservation.
Reservations made within 60 days prior to arrival during the winter season and 45 days prior to arrival during the summer/low season must be paid in full.

Anguilla Dress:
Due to the islands conservative British heritage, there is a dress code of conservative clothing. Light cotton dresses and light jackets and ties for formal wear and typical tropical wear during the day.

Anguilla Driving:
Anguilla driving is on the left, British style. A valid driver’s licenses from your own country as well as a local driving permit are required (and available from the car rental companies at a cost of $20.00). Please be sure to watch out for the goats that roam the streets freely on Anguilla.

Anguilla Villa Documents for Arrival:
Every person entering Anguilla should be in possession of a valid passport and a valid return ticket. A visitor who is a citizen of the United States of America or Canada may be admitted without a passport for a period not exceeding three (3) months. However, that person will be required to produce proof of nationality, by means of an original birth certificate with a raised seal and photo identification.

Electricity:
The electricity on Anguilla is 110 volts/60 cycles-same as in the U.S.
No adapters necessary for visitors from North America but European visitors will require one.

Anguilla-General Information-Government & Standard Of Living:
Anguilla is a British Dependent Territory.
The island of Anguilla has few natural resources, so the economy on Anguilla is heavily dependent upon tourism, off-shore banking and lobster fishing.

Anguilla Golf:
Anguilla has no golf courses as yet. The Anguilla government, however, has reached an agreement providing for the construction of a $250 million golfing facility on the island with a scheduled completion of sometime in ‘2005. A world-class 18-hole championship course is in the works for Anguilla. In the interim, there is a Pitch and Putt Course in Sandy Ground on Well Road-a nine-hole course.

Anguilla Grocery Shopping:
Visitors will find the supermarkets in Anguilla are well stocked and offering a staggering array of exotic and distinguished speciality foods for the good life. There are large grocery stores on Anguilla in The Valley and smaller convenience stores located all over the island, some are open until 9:00 PM and some are even open on Sunday.

Anguilla History:
Archeological evidence indicates that Anguilla was once inhabited by the Arawak Indians who named the island of Anguilla “Malliouhana”.
Except for a brief period of independence in the 1960’s, Anguilla has remained a British Colony.

Columbus sighted Anguilla in 1493 and names it for its eel like shape-Anguilla means “eel” in Spanish. Europeans changed the island’s name to Anguilla for its long eel shape.

In 1650, Anguilla became a British Crown Colony and was colonized by English settlers who started corn and tobacco plantations. The soil on Anguilla, however, was thin and rainfall scant making the conditions for a plantation economy unfavorable. Therefore, the plantations on Anguilla were small and could not employ many slaves. Slavery on Anguilla was officially abolished in 1834.

Anguilla was governed as part of St. Kitts, Nevis, Anguilla from the early 18th Century.

Anguilla became a separate dependency with its own internal self-government following a British intervention to end two years of rebellion. This was formalized with the Anguilla Act of 1980. Today, Anguilla is a dependency of the United Kingdom.

Anguilla Horseback Riding:
Horseback riding is available on Anguilla and there are plenty of trails as well as riding through the surf on deserted beaches.

The Cliffside Riding Center on Anguilla has a nice selection of horses with both English and Western tack. Cliffside is located in North Hill Village-Phone: 264.497.3667. Be sure to call ahead and inquire on the sunset rides.

Anguilla Internet Cafes:

Internet Café Voyage: The Valley
Hours Mon.-Sat.: 9 AM-6 PM
Phone: 264.498.5551

Anguilla Language:
The official language is English spoken with a unique sounding Calypso lilt.

Anguilla Local Hazards:
Black Sea Urchins
Manchineel Trees-beware of the little green apples that fall from this tree, as they are poisonous to eat and toxic to touch. Do not even seek shelter under one of these trees during a rain, as you will get
blisters.

Anguilla Location:
Anguilla is the most northerly of the Leeward Islands, lying at 18-degree latitude and 10 minutes north and 63 degrees longitude west.

Anguilla Marriage & Weddings:
Getting married on Anguilla requires a special license that takes approximately two working days to process. Couples must present proof of citizenship such as passport or original birth certificate accompanied by a photo ID. Additionally, please note that two witnesses are required for weddings on Anguilla. Catholics must, also, submit Confirmation papers, Baptismal certificate, Freedom to Marry papers, Pre-Cana course and provide at least 3-6 months advance notice. It is recommended that couples arrive on Anguilla several days before the intended ceremony date to arrange the paperwork.

Documents required to apply for a marriage license are the same as the documents needed for entry to Anguilla. These documents include: proof of citizenship such as a valid passport or birth certificate and driver's license with photo. In the event that one or both of the "intended" are re-marrying, proof of divorce or death certificate is required for Anguilla.

If one partner resides in Anguilla for at least fifteen days before the date of marriage, the cost of the license is US$40. If the stay is shorter, then the cost of the license is $284 stamp duty. Two witnesses are required.

For couples interested in marrying on Anguilla, they should contact the Minister and the Magistrate at 264.497.2377 and 264.497.3477.

We are happy to provide wedding consultants names on Anguilla and contact numbers for our clients.

Anguilla Nightlife:
Nightlife on Anguilla is low-key and centers mainly on some form of live entertainment at the major hotels as well as some local spots/bars where locals and tourists mix and enjoy live music.
A calypso combo plays several nights each week at the Cinnamon Reef Beach Club on Anguilla and the Mariners on Anguilla will often have B.B.Q.’s and live entertainment. Johnno’s beach bar on Anguilla offers a live music and alfresco dining several nights per week.

Anguilla Pre-stocking:
For the villas on Anguilla that include the services of a staff, it is advisable to have the villa pre-stocked for your arrival at the villa. By pre-stocking the villa for a guest’s arrival, it enables the staff to provide a meal on arrival for tired and weary guests upon their arrival on Anguilla.

Anguilla Population:
The population on Anguilla is 12,738.

Anguilla Restaurants:

Blanchard’s:
264.497.6100
Blanchard’s on Anguilla is set amidst lush tropical greenery on gorgeous Mead’s Bay and features elements of Cajun, Caribbean and Asian cooking. Be sure to enjoy a drink at the stunning mahogany and coral bar. Closed Sundays.

Johnno’s:
264.497.2728
Johnno’s on Anguilla is a casual Caribbean beach bar that offers freshly grilled lobster, kingfish, snapper and chicken. It attracts an electric mix of people and on Sunday’s features performances by the island band Dumpa and the AnvVibes. No credit cards.

Koal Keel:
264.497.2930
Koal Keel is a restaurant on Anguilla that is set in a restored 18th century great house that once was part of a sugar and cotton plantation.
The dining room provides an old world ambiance with its hand wrought stonewalls and richly upholstered furniture. The cuisine can best be described as “Euro Caribe. Reservations required. Closed Sept.-mid-Oct.

Le Petit Patisserie:
264.497.2930
Le Petit Patisserie is located on Anguilla just above the Koal Keel Restaurant. If offers espresso and cappuccino plus wonderful freshly baked pastries, breads and cakes served indoors or out on the small balcony. Closed Sept.-mid-Oct.

Malliouhana:
264.497.6111
The Malliouhanna hotel restaurant on Anguilla offers a spectacularly romantic, alfresco setting and haute French cuisine and boasts one of the largest wine cellars in the West Indies with over 25,000 bottles. Reservations are required and open nightly. Closed September & October.

Palm Court:
264.497.2727.
Located in the Cinnamon Reef Beach Club, the Palm Court on Anguilla offers a rich setting with its long palm lined corridor, terra cotta tiled floors, Haitian furniture and beautiful murals. Closed mid-Sept.-mid-Oct.

Anguilla Security Deposits:
The majority of the villas on Anguilla do require a security deposit to be paid along with payment for the actual villa.

Anguilla Shopping:
Anguilla is not exactly a shopping mecca, but it is just a short ferry ride to St. Martin for serious shoppers. On Anguilla, shoppers will find local arts and crafts.

Boutique at Malliouhana:
An upscale shop on Anguilla, it sells designer jewelry, La Perla swimwear, Go Silk resort wear and other upscale items.

CuisinArt Resort & Spa Art Gallery:
Located at the resort on Rendezvous Bay, Anguilla Antonio Nimiaci’s gallery displays a nice selection of original art from Italy by world-renowned artists.

Devonish Gallery:
The Devonish Gallery on Anguilla features wood, stone and clay creations by internationally acclaimed Courtney Devonish a sculptor who works in wood and ceramics. The gallery, also, features other artists and a collection of antique maps as well as bead jewelry.

Glass Island:
Italian artist Gianni Bracciali produces original platters, tiles, jewelry and decorative objects in this working glass studio.

Java Wraps:
Carries batik clothing for the entire family.

La Romana:
Swimwear, Fendi fashions and good luggage.

Anguilla Sports:
A variety of sports are available on Anguilla to include boat racing, horseback riding, sports fishing, diving, sailing, tennis and windsurfing. Additionally, a swim with the dolphins program is available on Anguilla.

Anguilla Staff:
Many of the villas on Anguilla include in their rental rates the services of a full staff. The staffing at villa on Anguilla can range from occasional maid service to a cook/housekeeper with the larger villas offering more complete staffs to include cooks, butlers, housekeepers, laundresses and gardeners. The exact staffing for each villa is listed on the descriptive material on our website for the various villas.

Anguilla Snorkeling & Diving:
Anguilla offers exceptional close in snorkeling directly off it’s spectacular white sand beaches. The island boasts seven marine parks: Dog Island, Prickley Pear, Seal Island Reef, Little Bay, Sandy Island, Shoal bay Harbour Reef System and Stoney Bay Marine Park. Dive sites include both wreck and shore dives.

Anguilla Villas-Telecommunications:
Communications on Anguilla are fairly easy. The majority of the guests who travel to the villas on Anguilla charge their international cars to a credit card. Alternatively, phone cards are available for purchase on Anguilla.

Anguilla Tennis:
The majority of the hotels and resorts on Anguilla have tennis courts that may be booked even if you are not a guest.

Anguilla Time Zone:
Anguilla falls in the Atlantic Time zone, which is one hour ahead of US Standard time. The island does not observe daylight savings time.

Anguilla Tipping:
Tipping for the staffs at the villas on Anguilla will vary. Some of the villas on Anguilla actually include the tips in their service charges. Please be sure to check with a Villas Caribe representative regarding the tipping recommendations for your particular villa on Anguilla.

Anguilla Topography:
Anguilla is a flat island that is approximately 16 miles long and 3 miles wide. Anguilla consists mostly of coral formations and the highest point on Anguilla is the Crocus Hill which is only 213 feet above sea level.

Anguilla Tourist Board Contact Information:
USA Office: 267.880.3511.

Anguilla Water:
The water on Anguilla is pure and safe to drink from the tap.