The Cotton House Mustique

The Cotton House is a 17 bedroom boutique hotel on the beautiful island of Mustique in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. Whether seeking a quiet getaway for two or a family holiday, the Cotton House caters to all tastes. Choose from your own suite with a sea view, one of our cosy cottages or the privacy of our Residence with your own private pool.

Whilst at the hotel you can dine at three restaurants, the Veranda for breakfast and delicious dinners, the Beach Café for shoreside lunches and weekly evening events and Basil’s Bar for delicious cocktails and beach bar favourites. You can enjoy drinks from the Great Room or Beach Café bars. Spend your days on the beach or by the pool.

You can also explore the island from the hotel. Choose from riding horses along the beaches, honing your tennis skills at the Mustique Tennis Club, or indulging in a pampering spa treatment.

Swimming and scuba diving in the pristine waters, sailing and snorkelling with the turtles in Britannia Bay. Many visitors are so charmed by life on this blissful island that they fall under its spell and return year after year.

THE RESIDENCE
Tucked away on its own hilltop, The Residence is the Cotton House’s private two-bedroom suite. Guests have their own large swimming pool, an outdoor shower, seating areas both indoors and outdoors, a pagoda and beautiful views across L’Ansecoy Bay. Both spacious bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, and the master bedroom has a large bath. The perfect place for secluded relaxation.

2 BEDROOM DUPLEX SUITES
These two storey suites are located in the heart of the hotel’s grounds and enjoy views of the gardens with glimpses of the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea. Upstairs there is a master bedroom with a king size bed, ensuite bathroom and a large private balcony.

Downstairs, a separate sitting room, second bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a private plunge pool creates the ideal accommodation for couples sharing or young families.

DELUXE ROOMS & SUITES
Our beautifully appointed Deluxe rooms and suites all come with ensuite bathrooms, private plunge pools and verandas. Some have extensive sea views across Endeavor Bay whilst others offer spacious separate living rooms with views of our tropical gardens. The private outdoor spaces are perfect for relaxation, sun-worshiping or intimate private dining.

SUPERIOR ROOMS & SUITES
The Superior Sea View Room is a double bedroom with stunning views over Endeavour Bay and neighbouring islands. It features an elevated bathtub, an outdoor shower and a balcony for relaxing and private dining.

The Superior suites offer en-suite bedrooms with a separate living room and private balcony bathed in sunshine. They are located in the gardens of the Cotton House close to all hotel amenities and the main swimming pool.

THE COTTAGES
The Cottages are our cosiest rooms full of style and character. The bedrooms feature king-size or twin beds, a dressing room and ensuite bathrooms with walk in showers. Each room has a sitting area and opens onto a veranda furnished with lounge chairs and dining furniture.

THE VERANDA RESTAURANT
The long-established Veranda restaurant, wrapped around the Great Room, is the perfect setting for relaxed hospitality where guests can enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and an open bar for drinks and refreshments throughout the day.

The evening sees a transformation into a fabulous setting with small intimate tables or settings for larger private parties. Inspired by the West Indies, Veranda’s evening menu has been created to take you on a voyage of classic and contemporary dishes using house rubs and delicately spiced marinades.

Diners have a selection of smaller sharing plates or larger main sized dishes to choose from, matched with a tantalising range of flavour-packed sides, all cooked using traditional methods – smoked and grilled over flame. Whilst our extensive wine list will keep even the most enthusiastic wine lover happy.

THE GREAT ROOM BAR
The Great Room Bar is one of the islands gathering points. Home to numerous Mustique parties over the years, it is the perfect place to mingle with guests and homeowners and catch up on island news. The building was designed by renowned architect Oliver Messel, one of the legendary personalities who left their mark on Mustique.

Celebrated for its extensive cocktail menu, one of the largest collections of native rums in the Caribbean, and an extensive range of cigars, it is the social hub of the hotel turning into a popular after-dinner meeting place.

THE BASIL’S BAR
Basil’s Bar is a landmark destination on the island of Mustique where generations of homeowners, guests, fishermen and passing yachts anchor, to watch the sun go down and enjoy the local vibe.

Trademark thirst quenching cocktails and a delicious shoreside bar menu of freshly grilled fish & lobster in season, to burgers and pizzas, are available daily from 12pm onwards.

Basil’s is open from 10am-late daily for Lunch, Dinner & Cocktails. Happy Hour happens every Thursday between 5:30pm – 7:30pm. Watch one of Mustique’s iconic sunsets while enjoying 50% off selected cocktails, wines & spirits.

Basil’s world-famous Wednesday night Jump up is an evening not to be missed and Sunday Sunset Sessions is an opportunity to have dinner as the sun sets while listening to a variety of local musicians, the perfect way to end a week.

THE BEACH CAFE
For those seeking something a little less formal the Beach Café situated on Endeavour Bay is a relaxed restaurant and beach bar. A perfect place for meeting up with friends in the morning and for long leisurely lunches under the shade of the palm trees.

A delicious new menu has been developed with favourites including the Veg and Bean Chimichanga, perfect as a starter to share, followed by the fresh Fish & Lobster burger, Spiced lamb kofta’s with pomegranate glaze, dukkha and sumac slaw and a home made flat bread Fattoush salad.

For those wanting local flavours, you must try one of the delicious Rotis. The Beach Café is also the only place to have fresh sushi on the island and there are also some Vegan dishes, the new Quinoa, Coconut and marinated tofu sushi roll is a must for Vegans and non-Vegans alike!

The ever popular Ice Cream Parlour is still going strong – create your own Sundae, perfect for children and adults! The Beach Café is home to Cook on the Sand, a truly interactive evening dining experience, where the chefs build a fire on the beach and then cook your food over an open flame and create a feast of salads and local dishes as accompaniments.

The Beach Bar is the perfect place for a relaxed daytime drink and on Friday nights hosts Happy hour and a half, one of Mustique’s well known social rituals.

THE SPA
The Cotton House has partnered with Bamford to bring you a range of treatments that nurture the mind, body and spirit. Bamford’s holistic approach is in perfect harmony with our heartfelt connection with nature.

Our individually crafted treatments use specially formulated products from the Bamford body and skincare collections, made from natural and organic ingredients certified by the highest standard of the soil association.

Bamford was founded on the belief that we need to be mindful of our connection to the earth, to live consciously, respect nature’s resources and the land that provides for us. Everything that they do, make and craft connects us to nature and our surroundings.

The Spa has four treatment rooms and a relaxation room with stunning sea views offering the perfect place to unwind after an indulgent and restorative treatment. Alternatively treatments can be enjoyed in the privacy of your own room or villa by arrangement.

Use of the hotel gym, equipped with a multi-gym, treadmills, stationary bikes, a stair stepper, and free weights is complimentary to all hotel guests. The Cotton House Spa is open between 9am – 6pm.

THE HISTORY OF MUSTIQUE
Over fifty years ago Lord Glenconner, Colin Tennant, arrived on Mustique and bought the undeveloped island for just £45,000. There were no roads, no jetties and no running water. Lord Glenconner’s initial ambitions were to see his new estate thrive as a cotton plantation, however his plans were not successful and he looked for other ways to develop the island.

Having given his good friend Princess Margaret a plot in 1960 as a wedding present, there was considerable media interest in Mustique as a destination and in 1968 he formed the Mustique Company to develop a private island hideaway.

Two architects helped shape the island during its formative years; Arne Hasselqvist, a resourceful construction engineer from Sweden, and Oliver Messel, a leading British theatre set designer who had developed a reputation for the flamboyant and original houses he had designed on neighbouring Barbados.

Their first project was to convert the old cotton warehouse into a small hotel, The Cotton House, and to establish a design concept for the island as a whole. The idea was for the island to be split into plots and sold to shareholders who would invest equally in the island.

The Mustique Company which was subsequently formed limited the number of development plots and shareholders to a hundred and twenty. This was not only to preserve the island’s character but to retain exclusivity and prevent over-development.

Plots were bought by an eclectic group of socialites, rock stars, designers, and artists and private individuals brought together by an overriding desire to be part of something unique.

WATERSPORTS
There is an extensive range of watersports available on the island including scuba diving, snorkeling and Hobie Cat sailing. Visit our well stocked Watersports Centre located on Endeavour Bay where you can choose from boogie boards, stand up paddle boards and kayaks to explore the reefs beneath the sea. The equipment can even be dropped off at your favourite beach.

SWIMMING & BEACHCOMBING
There are many beaches to choose from on Mustique; Macaroni and Simplicity beaches situated on the north easterly side of the island offer more swell providing excellent surfing and body boarding conditions, whilst Lagoon, Gelliceaux and Endeavour Bay beaches on the south westerly aspect of the island offer calmer waters more suited to snorkeling and paddle boarding and are perfect for family swimming and picnicking.

PICNICS & BARBEQUES
Beach picnics are a huge part of life on Mustique. There are a number of dedicated areas nestled near the beaches or the tropical shoreline around the island where the hotel staff can prepare and set up a picnic for you.

VISITING NEIGHBOURING ISLANDS 
Day trips visiting neighbouring islands are available by private charter or as part of an organised trip with options to snorkel, fish and to lunch on another island.

Visit the stunning marine conservation park at Tobago Cays, a pristine group of uninhabited islands where you can picnic, before swimming with the hawksbill turtles on the reef. You can also explore the neighbouring islands of Bequia, Canouan, Palm Island, Union Island and Petit St. Vincent too.

SCUBA DIVING
Mustique offers some of the best scuba diving in the Caribbean. With a dedicated team of professional PADI instructors and dive masters, and the latest dive equipment, we cater for beginners through to experienced divers.

SAILING
The waters around Mustique are renowned for their fabulous sailing conditions. Beginners and children can take lessons in the Hobie Cats in Endeavour Bay whilst more experienced sailors can charter a range of Schooners and Catamarans.

FISHING
The seas around Mustique offer a host of different species from salt water salmon and mackerel, jack, yellowtail snapper and barracuda, to deep-sea tuna, dorado (mahi-mahi), wahoo, sailfish and marlin.

Fishing trips can be arranged with our resident island fishermen who will provide the necessary boat and tackle. The island’s fish reserves are closely monitored as part of the island’s commitment to conservation and we work with the local fishermen to maintain a sustainable fishing programme.

TENNIS
The Mustique Tennis Club is one of the most important community hubs on the island, loved by owners, guests and island residents alike. There are six floodlit omni-courts. Use of the tennis courts is complimentary.

A range of tennis lessons and courses for all ages are available with our resident tennis coach, including daily drop-in games for those looking for social match play, with seasonal camps and tournaments in high season. Racquets, whites and tennis balls are available for purchase or hire at the Tennis Club Shop.

EQUESTRIAN CENTRE
Explore Mustique on horseback, trekking up into the hills to enjoy the many wonderful views or gallop through the surf on a choice of deserted beaches.

There are horses and ponies to suit all levels of experience and group or private lessons can be arranged. The very popular three-day pony camps for children are held throughout the year giving them the chance to learn about stable management and the daily care of their ponies.

GOLF
The neighbouring island of Canouan offers excellent golf facilities with an award-winning championship golf course designed by Jim Fazio. This is a golfer’s heaven with the dramatic coastal location creating a stunning and challenging course. Details of boat or plane transfers to Canouan are available on request.

FOR CHILDREN
Mustique is a haven for children of all ages. The island’s quiet nature and security allows teenagers to roam safely and spend time with newfound friends allowing parents to relax and unwind in confidence. For very young children there are nannies and child minders available to give parents some time to themselves.

Mustique has a dedicated Activities team who arrange an array of fun activities and events, such as drive in movie night, tennis, pony camp, beach picnics and treasure hunts, and kite flying competitions, which make the island of Mustique a blissful retreat for anyone looking for the perfect family escape.

HIKING TRAILS
Pick up a map and discover the extraordinary diversity in the island’s topography and vegetation. Early morning guided hikes are the perfect time to meet the island’s more reticent wildlife too. Our motto is to “Take only pictures, leave only footprints.”

CONSERVATION
The island community is committed to preserving Mustique and in 1989 an act was passed declaring the island of Mustique, together with its beaches, foreshore and surrounding waters to be within the Mustique Conservation Area.

THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMME
A specially formed Environmental Programme and Committee has been created to protect the Conservation area and the pristine environment of the island.

The committee, made up of villa owners and the island management, oversees the establishment and implementation of marine and land-based conservation projects, from turtle tagging and monitoring to responsible fishing, and most importantly educating future generations about the importance of island conservation.

Much of the island remains undeveloped leaving great swathes of natural habitat for the local wildlife. Some of the roads have been left as dirt tracks to minimize the footprint, and a comprehensive recycling programme has been initiated ensuring that all waste is environmentally treated and recycled.

TURTLES
These magnificent creatures are an enchanting sight, whether shuffling through the sand to lay their eggs in the cool dunes, or playfully gliding through the water as you snorkel side by side.

Mustique’s Turtle project is affiliated with Widecast, a specialist marine conservation group, which is dedicated to protecting the turtles within the Caribbean Sea and to raising awareness for their preservation.

The two types of turtle most commonly found in the Caribbean are the Hawksbill and the Leatherback. Our resident island guides regularly patrol the beaches, monitoring egg laying, and safely relocating nests to nurture hatchlings, before they are ready to leave for the safety of the water.

During the nesting season of May to October guests are invited to get involved and may be lucky enough to see a nesting or a hatchling release during their stay.

LOBSTERS
Lobster fishing is prohibited between May and August, during the spawning season, to preserve their numbers. Please help us and our precious resources and do not buy lobster from the fishermen during this period.

LOCAL COMMUNITY
The island has established a range of services for the local community including a primary school, medical clinic, library and thriving church community.

The Primary School has over 300 students aged from five to eleven who are taught by local and international teachers whilst a range of adult education programmes are taught in the community centre to encourage employment both on the island and further afield.

THE MUSTIQUE CHARITABLE TRUST
With enthusiastic philanthropic goals the island wanted to do something for the local community of Mustique and St Vincent and the Grenadines and in 2008 the Mustique Charitable Trust was formed.

Financed by donations from the Mustique Company, villa owners and guests, the Trust has helped the children, youths and vulnerable adults of St. Vincent & the Grenadines with housing initiatives, educational programmes, grants and bursaries to universities in the region and abroad.

Website: www.cottonhouse.net

Rooms: 17

Price: from 999 EUR per night