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Nisbet Plantation Beach Club is an intimate, beachfront Resort hidden away on the beautiful, untouched Caribbean island of Nevis. Nisbet is the Caribbean’s only historic Plantation Hotel located directly on a beach. Secluded, peaceful and tranquil, it is the quintessential island hideaway.
Steeped in history and untouched by mass tourism, we offer the warmth and friendliness of a small Resort in a private and romantic beachfront setting.
Our rooms and suites are located in cottages spread across 30 lush tropical acres and in ocean side suites just a few steps from one of the most beautiful beaches on Nevis.
More than a decade of awards, accolades and 5 star reviews are a testament to the warm welcome and outstanding service we provide to our guests.
The History of Nisbet Plantation
Nevis personifies the fantasy palm-fringed tropical isle, yet is still unspoiled by overdevelopment. On his voyage in 1493, Columbus imagined the clouds above Nevis Peak to be snow. Thus naming the island “Nustra Senora de las Nieves” (Our Lady of the Snows). Over the years, it was shortened to Nevis.
In the late 1700s, British Navy Captain Horatio Nelson visited our plantation resort (then a plantation) and met Frances “Fanny” Nisbet. Fanny was the niece of the President of Nevis and widow of Dr. Nisbet, owner of Nisbet Plantation.
Nelson and Fanny quickly fell in love and were married on March 11, 1787 at Fig Tree Church on Nevis. A key stone found in the ruined windmill bears the family initials and the date 1778.
At that time, Nisbet Plantation covered numerous acres – from the existing resort to Newcastle village. It was first a sugar plantation and later a coconut plantation.
More than a century and a half later, another strong and resourceful woman was at the helm – Mary Pomeroy. After WWII while studying in England, Mary was seriously injured in a car accident. Upon leaving the hospital in 1950, Mary looked for a retreat.
With her compensation (the highest awarded in England at the time), she purchased Nisbet Plantation. She arrived in Nevis with Mr. Pomeroy, a Commander in the Royal Navy. The two went as husband and wife, although they were never married.
They tried and were unsuccessful at running Nisbet as a coconut plantation, livestock or copra farm. So Mary decided to lure the new jet-set to the island and open a plantation resort. Nisbet Plantation and Golden Rock became the first Nevis hotels.
In the Great House, Mary turned two rooms downstairs and a few upstairs into guest rooms. As she attracted more visitors and made money, she expanded Nisbet. First creating “Gingerbread Cottage” and toward the late 1950’s, building other cottages toward the beach.
Between 1967 and 1989, ownership changed several times. In 1989, David Dodwell, the current owner, purchased Nisbet Plantation. Mr. Dodwell also owns The Reefs on Bermuda, widely recognized as the destination’s best hotel.
Under his leadership, Nisbet Plantation has garnered international praise as one of the best Caribbean resorts.
Relax. Island Style
This is a different type of Caribbean. There are no casinos, no high-rise resorts, and not even a stop light. Instead, you’ll find lush plants, buildings no taller than a coconut palm, tropical birds and roaming green vervet monkeys. Nevis’ 12,000 friendly residents take pride in their culture and love sharing it with travelers.
Start Each Day …
… with breakfast at the ocean’s edge. Relax in the warm morning sunlight and enjoy the cool sea breeze as the waves lap lazily up the beach. Take your time to choose from our fabulous breakfast menu and ease into the day ahead.
A Beach With Nobody On It
Wander along our secluded golden beach and cool your feet in the shallow waters. Play in the sand, doze off under a cabana, fall asleep in a hammock or go for a swim and dry off in the sunshine. There are no crowds here.
A Pool With A View
Spend a lazy afternoon under the deck shades and cool off in our 75′ fresh-water ocean side pool. Splash around or swim some laps and take in the spectacular views.
Explore Nevis
Nevis is a beautiful small island and everything is within easy reach. Nature hikes, water sports, bars and restaurants, history, beaches, guided tours, and much more is waiting to be discovered.
Dine Out Under The Stars
Our Thursday night poolside BBQ is famous on Nevis. Cocktails at sunset, live music and dancing and fabulous food in a spectacular setting. Don’t miss it!
A Day At The Spa
If you want to fast track your relaxation, here’s a tip; book a treatment at our Palms Spa on your second or third day and put your body and mind on island time for the rest of your stay. Highly recommended!
Great House Fine Dining
Acclaimed as one of the 101 Best Hotel Restaurants Around The World. Dress up for fine dining in our beautifully restored 300 year old Great House. Unique, authentic, unmissable.
Warm Welcomes
The number one reason our guests love Nisbet Plantation and come back again and again.
Rooms & Suites
Our thirty six rooms and suites are scattered around our resort in picturesque cottages nestled among the palm trees and in ocean side locations just steps from our secluded golden sand beach.
Designed with privacy in mind, all of our rooms are within easy reach of our restaurants, bars, spa, pool, sports and fitness and beachfront amenities.
Island Living
Pale lemon-hued cottages topped with traditional Nevisian white pyramid roofs are complimented by vaulted ceilings, sumptuous bedding, granite and porcelain accents, terraces and island art. Our air-conditioned rooms and suites are tasteful, yet island casual.
Ocean View Premier Jr Suites
Fall asleep to the sound of waves lapping at the shore. Enjoy the cooling breeze and take in the ever-changing ocean views from your private balcony. Steps from the beach, our premier accommodation is very popular so please book early.
Ocean View Deluxe Jr Suites
Located nearest to the beach, our ocean view deluxe suites are very popular with guests. Enjoy ever changing ocean views, cooling sea breezes and a secluded beach just steps from your patio.
Garden View Deluxe Suites
Enjoy the peace and quiet of a tranquil garden setting with nothing to disturb you but the wind in the palms. Our cottage style Garden View deluxe suites provide spacious accommodation with easy access to the Great House, the Avenue of Palms and all of our beachfront amenities.
Garden View Superior Rooms
Scattered around the entrance to the Avenue of Palms in a tranquil garden setting, our cottage style superior rooms are perfect for quiet relaxation. Located nearest to the Great House and Spa and just a short stroll down the Avenue of Palms to the beach.
Dining at Nisbet Plantation
Savour amazing cuisine and revel in service that is unmatched throughout the island. Three authentic Nevisian restaurants bring to life local flavours with innovative fusion cuisine prepared by our talented chefs.
Restaurants
The Great House, Coconuts & Sea Breeze offer three unique dining experiences. Enjoy fabulous food and exemplary service at each location.
The Great House
The beautifully restored Great House, which dates back to 1778, provides an elegant backdrop for an enjoyable evening meal at our Nevis Resort. Dine indoors in one of the only air-conditioned restaurants on Nevis or al fresco by candlelight on the verandah.
Among the 101 Best Hotel Restaurants Around the World (The Daily Meal), the Great House serves innovative island fare that changes daily. You’ll find yourself eagerly anticipating each three-course gourmet meal.
Coconuts
Overlooking the sparkling pool and sunny beach, Coconuts provides a casual, open-air setting to start your day. Choose from traditional breakfast dishes or island favourites like our delicious, heart-shaped pancakes.. Chat with our friendly staff and get tips for your day’s activities.
Dinner Under The Stars
Thursday night is our beachfront BBQ at Coconuts – a favorite of guests, Nevis visitors and locals alike. The evening begins with the Manager’s Cocktail Party.
Local vendors showcase their wares as guests mingle and sip our signature rum punch. A Caribbean-style beachfront surf and turf buffet follows. The evening wraps up with dancing under the stars to the lively rhythms of a local band.
Sea Breeze
Sea Breeze is a fun, laid-back Caribbean beach bar & restaurant at the centre of our beachfront activities. Enjoy snacks or lunch in this open-air restaurant by the water. Stick your toes in the sand for true beach dining.
Experience hammock-side service on the beach, or enjoy your favourite chilled drinks while lounging poolside. (One of the Cool Pools of the World according to Travel Agent Magazine).
Nibble on local plantain and sweet potato chips. Savour the catch of the day. Enjoy a roti chicken wrap, a West Indies specialty flavoured with coconut and curry. These and more remind you that you’re far away from the ‘ordinary’. Relax, because here, life is about limin’ it!
The Palms Spa
The lush, year-round vegetation on Nevis and in Nisbet’s own herb garden provides a bounty of healthy, healing produce. A perfect complement to your stay, indulge your mind, body and spirit at The Palms Spa.
Our full-service spa features massage oils and creams that are made from local coconut, lemongrass, sweet barzum, mint, noni, jasmine and more. With a partner or alone, choose from a full menu of massages, body treatments, facials, manicures and pedicures. In-room massages are also available.
Weddings & Special Occasions
It’s hard to imagine a more romantic, picture-perfect setting for a wedding, honeymoon or anniversary than this undiscovered tropical island and at Nisbet Plantation we know how to make weddings and special occasions extra special.
Celebrate in Paradise
Leonora, our wedding and special events coordinator, can help with all of your planning and our exceptional staff will take care of all the details so you can relax and enjoy every moment. We have packages available for weddings, honeymoons and anniversaries and we offer discounted room rates to wedding guests.
Honeymoons
Share a candlelit dinner under the stars. Dance barefoot in the sand. Sip cocktails by the ocean at sunset and celebrate your marriage in this most romantic of places.
Anniversaries
Wedding anniversaries, birthdays or any of life’s big events deserve a celebration and we’re here to help make it extra special. We can help with recommendations and suggestions and take care of all the details for you.
