Melograno Villa in St. James, Barbados

Tucked quietly along Pomegranate Row, just on the edge of Sandy Lane, Melograno is a rare find on Barbados’ West Coast: a contemporary, Italian-designed villa that blends style, comfort, and convenience in one beautifully composed home.

Set in a prime 10/10/10 location, Melograno sits at the heart of the island’s most desirable stretch of coast:

• 5 minutes’ walk to the Sandy Lane Hotel, Golf Club and Tennis Centre
• 10 minutes’ walk to iconic Sandy Lane Beach
• 15 minutes’ walk to Limegrove for boutique shopping, cafés and fine dining

World-class beaches, restaurants and Holetown’s amenities are a stroll away, yet the villa itself feels private, calm and residential.

Occupying 12,152 sq. ft. of land with a floor area of approximately 2,503 sq. ft., Melograno has been thoughtfully refurbished, with major renovations completed in 2017/2018 and further enhancements in 2024. The result is a turn-key villa that feels current, refined and ready to enjoy.

Inside, the home opens into a bright family room anchored by an imported Scavolini Italian kitchen. Sleek cabinetry, clever pull-out pantries and two fridges’ pair style with everyday usability. A full suite of polished black SMEG appliances, including a rare triple-stack installation with built-in coffee system, creates a distinctive European signature.

The villa unfolds across gentle levels, enhancing the sense of flow. From the family room and kitchen, a few steps lead down to the sitting room, a warm, inviting space with high ceilings and soft natural light. Large doors open seamlessly onto the covered patio and pool, delivering the easy indoor–outdoor lifestyle that defines the best of Caribbean living, ideal for relaxed mornings, casual lunches or evening entertaining.

Throughout, the interiors continue the Italian design story with imported Calligaris furnishings in the living areas and bedrooms. The look is cohesive, modern and quietly luxurious, giving Melograno the feel of a carefully curated designer home rather than a typical rental-ready villa.

Accommodation is particularly well suited to owners who host family and friends or who are considering the property’s luxury rental potential. Two master bedroom suites offer a rare level of comfort in this price bracket and location; each feels like its own retreat and is equipped with Apple TV. Two additional guest bedrooms downstairs allow the villa to welcome families and groups while maintaining a sense of privacy between shared and intimate spaces.

Modern comforts and technology have been subtly integrated. The villa is remote-work-ready, with Cat-5 cabling in every room, Wi-Fi hubs throughout, whole-house air-conditioning (including TGM Dreamliner inverter units in the main living spaces) and striking Big Ass Haiku 84-inch fans in the family room, sitting room and patio. These features make Melograno exceptionally comfortable for year-round living, for owners who split their time between Barbados and abroad, or for those working remotely.

Outside, a newly landscaped private garden wraps the home in greenery, creating a tranquil, lush setting around the pool and terrace without feeling enclosed. Security has been carefully considered, with designer wrought iron on openings, cameras, motion sensors and a remotely activated alarm system, making the property an ideal lock-up-and-leave residence.

Owners have the added convenience of joining the Sunset Crest Beach Club which gives owners private beach access, a quiet oceanfront pool and easy coastal amenities close to Holetown.