When Hurricane Luis destroyed the original framework of this fabulous home in 1995, no effort was spared in rebuilding it to withstand the full force of nature. Today Villa Yepton boasts a formidable structure incorporating oversize concrete blocks, double-sized timber work and solid concrete roof tiles, each one weighing 80 pounds reducing wind noises to a distant memory.

And as if that’s not reason enough to view this enchanting four-bedroom villa on Antigua’s magnificent west coast, the breathtaking panoramic views across the Caribbean Sea are another.

The 5,000 sqft property occupies just over a half-acre of prime fully-fenced beachfront land. The entire estate also includes a private access road and two additional one-acre plots. The latter are already sub-divided making them ideal for development.

The interior has been thoughtfully designed and finished to exacting standards. All bedrooms are located on different floors for maximum privacy and quietude. Further tranquility is afforded by the extra large concrete blocks which add an extra four inches thickness to walls. Each bedroom is of a generous size and has an en-suite with shower. The master suite has its own dressing room. There is an additional full bathroom with shower for guests.

Elegantly decorated throughout with high quality traditional furniture, slivers of colour add flair to smooth woods and terracotta tones. Another intriguing feature is in the main reception area’s flooring which integrates bricks originating as ballast in boats entering the country in the 1800s. Cedar is the timber of choice in the house and some decking areas on account of its imperviousness to insects. Other decking areas are of green and purple heart woods.

Villa Yepton benefits further from a wonderful covered observation deck with bar, sofas and dining area, the perfect spot for al fresco entertaining or just soaking up the stunning vistas.

This property also has an attractive lounge, dining room, decent-sized kitchen with breakfast bar, a study/den and a closed porch area currently used as a children’s playroom.

There is a 15ft by 30ft pool deep enough to dive into, surrounded by a sundeck with a gazebo to one side. The house also has two cisterns, a huge back-up generator, and an air-conditioning unit in every room.

The garden features two small ponds with fish and an underground sprinkler system ensuring the tropical plants and palm trees are kept fully irrigated and glorious all year round.