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Liberty Hill Great House
Liberty Hill Great House sits 1200 feet above sea level on 25 acres, just minutes from the historical town of St. Ann’s Bay. Liberty Hill Great House was built in 1740. The Parish of St. Ann is one of the oldest populated areas in Jamaica tracing back to 600 - 650 AD. It is believed to be the earliest Taino/Arawak settlement in Jamaica.
The Tainos found the property to be a useful vantage point, ideal for observing approaching ships. When Christopher Columbus first came to Jamaica in 1494, he landed on the shores of St. Ann. In 1912 an Arawak kitchen midden was discovered, situated at the top of the hill upon which Liberty Hill stands. It is thought that the Arawak attached to this midden supplied Columbus and his men with food.
Tour The House & Gardens… Liberty Hill boasts one of the largest collections of exotic flowers in Jamaica... Haliconia, Ginger, Orchid and exotic Palms, Jasmine, Jade, Hibiscus, Ornamental Rubber, Pimento and various herbal plants, just to name a few. Every variety of tropical fruits can be found at Liberty Hill. Liberty Hill is an old pimento plantation that is still in operation today. This property lives up to the name of its parish location – St. Ann…The Garden Parish.
Lunch on the Verandah: Enjoy a delicious lunch with food grown on Liberty Hill plantation high up in the mountains overlooking the amphitheater gardens while enjoying the breathtaking, 180 degree view of the Caribbean Sea.
The view from the verandah extends from Seville, the original Spanish settlement on the west, as far as Port Maria on the east, including Don Christopher’s Cove. It is both an extensive and unusually beautiful outlook, and the atmosphere an admixture of sea and country air, is most invigorating. “The breathtaking view of the sea seems endless until it flawlessly merges with the sky”. Jamaica Gleaner Life Style 2008.
Your Tour: Your driver will pick you up from your location where he/she will greet you and take you on your exciting journey. You will then drive through the historical town of St. Ann’s Bay (10 minutes) up the winding roads of Spanish influenced architecture, while you hear the fascinating story of Liberty Hill great House. Your driver will take you up the mountains 1200 feet above sea level to the historic Liberty Hill Great House Plantation, where you will: Relax on the Verandah, take in the View, Enjoy an elegant Plantation lunch, tour the house and gardens, top it off with Afternoon Tea.
Weddings: A wedding at Liberty Hill is truly spectacular.
You can choose to have your wedding on the verandah of the Great House or in the beautiful Gardens overlooking the Bay of St. Ann. We elegantly provide catering for your reception of up to 100 persons. Pricing varies depending on the day of the week and the time of day. Estimated cost will be promptly provided for your review and approval. Wedding Packages are designed to help you create an event that will reflect your personal preferences for your special day. We will be delighted to work with you by providing all the services to make your wedding a very special day. Contact us for further information on venue and catering services.
Corporate and Other Social Events:
You can hold your next meeting or corporate event in this truly unique setting which offers a change of pace to the corporate world.
Meetings
Retreats
Wellness Retreat
Birthday Celebrations
Tea Parties and other special events
Holiday Celebrations
Liberty Hill Great House Plantation TOURS
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Monday – Friday 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
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Lunch and Tour ( 2 1/2 Hours )
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- All rates quoted are valid from 1st January to 31st December, 2009 only
- Cost covers, entrance fees & tour guide.
September 9, 2009
Liberty Hill Spa
Your ultimate journey to Wellness. Your Journey begins as you enter the property, and a sense of serenity and calm engulfs you, preparing your mind and body to escape the stresses of every day life. As you approach the Great House you will see that it is a historic monument in Jamaica. Built in 1740 it sits on 25 acres of lush vegetation. As you wind down and relax, take a deep breath of the fresh mountain air… 1,200 feet above sea level and take in the panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea .
You will be in awe of this majestic property.
We are all about health and wellness, both physically and mentally therefore we boast numerous vegetable and flower gardens. As you take it all in you will begin your journey to this perfect destination to Relax, Refresh and Rejuvenate.
Liberty Hill Retreat
- Turn off your cell phone when you arrive.
- Arrive at least 20 minutes before your spa appointment so you have time to check in, change into your robe and slippers, and relax.
- Get there even sooner if the spa has a steam room, sauna or hot tub. It will help relax you before your massage. Shower off the hot tub's chlorinated water before your spa treatment.
- A hot shower can also relax you before your spa treatment and make it more enjoyable.
- Massage is usually done nude, but you are covered with a sheet at all times at Liberty Hill Great House, Only the part being massaged is exposed.
- If you’re more comfortable keeping your underwear on, that’s fine. You can also try Thai Massage or reflexology , where you stay fully clothed.
- If you schedule two treatments together, get a massage before your facial. , A body treatment should go before your massage.
- If you’re uncomfortable with anything during your treatment – the pressure, the music, the temperature -- speak up. The therapist will make an adjustment.
- You can talk during the treatment or stay quiet, as you choose. The therapist will follow your lead.
- If the therapist says, "Take your time getting up," that usually means a few minutes. It's not an invitation to take a nap.
- Don’t forget to tip 15%-20%. If you were given a gift certificate , ask if the tip was included.