Montpelier Plantation and Beach 

Few hotels can boast as rich and intriguing a history as Montpelier Plantation Beach, a Relais & Chateaux Hotel. This atmospheric 18th century plantation house was the chosen venue for the marriage of Admiral Lord Nelson.

Montpelier Plantation and Beach is an intimate, 18 room secluded hideaway set 750 feet above the sea on the slopes of beautiful Mount Nevis – with its own beach club too with sun lounges, beach pavilion and bar (10 minutes drive away). Each room has its own private veranda offering breathtaking views out to the sea.

Premier rooms are housed in semi-detached cottages dotted along the edge of the hillside, with views across the valley and down to the ocean. The newly refurbished Plantation rooms offer more luxury, wooden floors and a new modern chic décor. The Garden Suite includes a private entrance from the garden terrace, an expansive living area and bedroom and chic, contemporary style. The new Villa Suite is a stylish two-bedroom cottage decorated in a chic, plantation style with views over the lawn and out to sea on one side, and Nevis Peak with Nelson’s lookout on the other side.

Restored and transformed Montpelier has stayed true to its heritage. Furnishings, including some of the current owner’s period furniture, grace the Great Room, while the beautiful gardens around the property have been trimmed to open up views of the sea.

Fine dining and a good wine cellar continue to be an important part of life at Montpelier with the Executive Chef overseeing a gourmet menu of international and local recipes made from the best available ingredients. Leisurely days are spent lazing by the large freshwater pool or at the property’s private beach. Tennis is on offer for the more active.

As dusk falls, guests gather for cocktails in the Great Room, enjoying the serenity of early evening in this exquisite corner of the Caribbean, before dining on the terrace or in the 17th century Mill Restaurant. It is this informal, friendly atmosphere that is quintessentially Plantation House.

The Montpelier Plantation Beach, a Relais & Chateaux Hotel, is located above the sea on the slopes of Mount Nevis. The plantation house was the setting of Admiral Lord Nelson’s wedding. This hotel makes a perfect honeymoon destination because it is intimate with only 18 rooms.

A great accommodation for a honeymoon couple in Montpelier Plantation Beach is the Garden Suite which is a split level room with an open bedroom and sitting room. There is a large rain fall shower, wide windows, an iPod docking station, Nespresso machine and WIFI access. This room also has the luxury of a private gazebo with large couch and pillows for relaxing surrounded by the gardens.

In the daytime, enjoy the freshwater swimming pool or the beach with a bar, which is located ten minutes away by car. At the beach are cabanas which offer privacy and shade from the sun. Fresh food and cocktails can also be enjoyed at the beach. During your stay, kayaks and bikes can also be arranged for you to use. Perhaps spend a relaxing hour at the Spa at the Montpelier Plantation Beach enjoying a couple’s massage. For those seeking a honeymoon unlike any other, climb Nevis Peak (3,232 feet) for the spectacular views. You can both also take the opportunity to go into the rainforest in Nevis.

In the evening, enjoy cocktails with other guests in the Great Room at the Montpelier Plantation Beach and dine on the terrace or in the 17th century Mill Restaurant. This is the only restaurant of its kind in the world. The informal, friendly atmosphere is quintessentially Plantation House.

The Montpelier Plantation Beach is a great honeymoon destination for those seeking new experiences and relaxation.