Apes Hill Barbados: where the
golf’s on a higher level but life’s always down to earth
Apes Hill Barbados is a prestigious address, where modern architecture fuses with the timeless landscape of the island. Whether it’s building your own exquisite space from the ground up that appeals, or finding an idyllic turnkey residence amongst our ultra luxurious collection of environmentally friendly designs, we’re here to help. Alluringly nestled next to one of the most remarkable points of elevation in the entire Caribbean, Apes Hill embraces the island’s fascinating Scotland District – a unique geographic area situated atop an underwater range that runs from Trinidad to Puerto Rico. Known as the Barbados Ridge Accretionary Prism, and one of few sub-marine mountain ranges to rise above sea level, here is a place to both revel in nature and play great golf. Meantime, the stylish yet understated historic Holetown, with its picture postcard beaches, galleries, dining and museums, is only a few-minute drive away. Here you can live amongst ancient bearded fig trees – and spark long lasting friendships, be it over golf, a game of tennis or hanging out at the clubhouse and dining upon the freshest local produce from our surrounding communities and farm. With superb health care, direct flights from major cities and broadband connectivity, it’s seamlessly simple to settle down or create a second home here in Barbados.
Golf Facilities
Apes Hill’s 18-hole championship golf course was designed by golf architect Ron Kirby – it’s a masterpiece of ingenious holes weaving spectacularly through the lush, tropical landscape. Critics rank it a top five course in the Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica and the Atlantic Islands. It is the finest golf venue in Barbados, with stunning, unrivalled views over the Caribbean Sea to the west and the Atlantic Ocean to the east, the layout is perched 1,000 feet above sea level. Set within 475 acres of natural terrain and where large troops of Barbados green monkeys roam, the resort also offers a state-of-the-art Golf Performance Centre where tech-driven feedback helps players improve their game. A floodlit driving range, the family friendly 9-hole par-3 short course, and a bonus 19th hole with island green, combine to make Apes Hill an amenity-rich, award-winning golf destination. The club will welcome some of the game’s most famous names when it hosts the season’s first Legends Tour event in May 2024. It will be hosted by multi-time major champion Ian Woosnam, Apes Hill Ambassador, and a World Golf Hall of Fame member.
Resort Facilities
With multi-generational travel and golf getaways soaring in popularity in a post pandemic shift to valuing quality time with extended family, Apes Hill Barbados is a resort that has it all. There is no shortage of options for those looking for an active retreat at the Caribbean holiday destination on an island that boasts over 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. Sunset yoga, couples golf tournaments, boot camps, padel tennis events, gully walks, children’s movie evenings, cooking demonstrations, sports camps and freshwater fishing excursions are just a few of the activities on offer for Apes Hill guests looking to visit in 2024. Apes Hill is cultivating a new sense of luxury island living in Barbados. The new activity program offers choices for the whole family, whether it is to relax, keep active, embrace the outdoors, make friends, visit sites, or learn new things. Apes Hill’s family-friendly accommodation starts with three-bedroom courtyard villas, framed by Barbados’ natural coral and foliage. All feature a private swimming pool with ocean views never far away. Each villa is oriented to catch natural light, breeze and the spectacular vistas allowing for complete privacy or entertaining in equal measure. Sustainability lies at the heart of Apes Hill with its farm producing fresh herbs, edible flowers, banana, breadfruit trees and honey to provide for the on-site restaurants at the 20th Hole and Noisy Cricket, which pride themselves on a farm-to-fork menu.
Sustainability and More
The golf course, which is certified by Audubon International for its enviro and sustainability best practices, is maintained by an irrigation system which collects rainwater in its 58-million-gallon reservoir. Teamed with using local seaweed, manure and compost for fertilizer to redirect rainfall through bioswales to recharge aquifers, Apes Hill’s dedication to the environment is unwavering, and the property, real estate, and golf course have garnered World Golf Awards for the high quality and best practices. With future developments, guests will be able to enjoy a range of additional wellness amenities which will include a state-of-the-art fitness centre, health club and spa treatments. The resort’s personal trainer, yoga teacher and padel/tennis coaches are all available for one-to-one sessions as well as taking part in group activities with certified babysitters available to take care of younger guests in the comfort of their own villa should mum and dad like some child-free time.
