Scrub Island, British Virgin Islands

Choose from deluxe guest rooms, suites and 2, 3, 4 and 6 bedroom villas. All have spacious bathrooms with separate shower, air conditioning, wi-fi and spectacular views. The villas are beautifully appointed and all have private infinity pools.

Scrub Island has a magnificent multi-level pool with waterfalls and infinity edge views. There is a waterslide, hot tub, and the swim-up bar serves refreshing cocktails and tasty snacks. Waiter service around the pool is provided so guests do not have to leave the comfort of their sun loungers.

Scrub Island has two beautiful beaches – Donovan’s Beach is located next to the marina village and the resort’s swimming pools and secluded North Beach is tucked away on the other side of the island, also with it’s own pool.

A visit to the Ixora Spa on Scrub Island is a must. The spa is perched on a hillside overlooking the crystal clear Caribbean Sea and offering spectacular views of the neighbouring British Virgin Islands.

Featuring the luxurious products of ELEMIS, Ixora Spa delivers wonderful spa experiences by highly trained therapists. Indulge in anti-aging facials, reviving body scrubs and wraps and timeless massages to relieve all traces of tension. Treatments for men, women and couples, creative combinations and indulgent packages are all on offer at Ixora Spa on Scrub Island.

Ixora’s Ayurvedic Treatments are a requisite for spa goers seeking authentic wellness experiences. Developed thousands of years ago in India, Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest holistic healing systems and is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body and soul. The team at Ixora Spa on Scrub Island, skillfully blends the healing powers of Ayurveda in a variety of wellness treatments that will leave your mind peaceful, muscles relaxed and skin glowing.

There are 3 restaurants on Scrub Island and all very different. Cardamom & Co offers fine dining with spectacular views of the marina and neighbouring British Virgin Islands.

Donovan’s Reef – where your meal is always served with a gentle breeze, staggering vistas and sparkling sunshine.

One Shoe Beach Bar and Grill over on Scrub Island’s North Beach is laid back, rustic, relaxed and a true departure from the norm. The unspoiled natural setting and pristine waters of North Beach create a relaxed Caribbean vibe.

If you fancy a complete change, you can take the complimentary Scrub Island ferry which runs regularly to Trellis Bay and take a taxi to Brandywine restaurant, Lambert Beach or Red Rock which are no more than 10 minutes drive. You can even venture into Road Town and have lunch at Charlie’s and a number of other fabulous restaurants. Nothing is too far from Scrub Island.

Fishing charters, boat rentals and water sports can all be arranged, and there is an excellent dive facility on Scrub Island. Stand-up paddleboards and kayaks are complimentary for guests to use and for an additional fee, you can rent a transparent kayak complete with LED lighting. There is also a kid-friendly water trampoline. The snorkelling is excellent around Scrub Island and snorkel gear can be rented from the dive shop. Excursions can easily be arranged with the concierge or you can jump on the ferry to Virgin Gorda and enjoy a wonderful day out.

Scrub Island also has an excellent fitness centre, so no need to neglect your fitness routine!

Scrub Island has a 53 slip, fully serviced Marina incuding 5 slips for Mega yachts. The island also has first class conference facilities.

Travelling from the UK to the British Virgin Islands

The most direct way is from Gatwick to Antigua with either British Airways or Virgin Atlantic. BA tend to have better connections. The onward flight is with either inter-Caribbean Airways who fly non-stop between Antigua and Tortola, or Liat who stop down once or twice en-route but you do not have to change planes. An amazing way to arrive into the BVI is to charter a private aircraft just for your party. Both Island Birds and VI Airlink provide an excellent service and will meet you when you disembark in Antigua, fast-track you through immigration and customs and take you to your waiting aircraft. Definitely worth the additional cost.

Travelling from Scotland

Flights from Edinburgh and Glasgow can also be arranged to connect with the Gatwick flights on certain days. Flights from regional airports can be arranged through Paris or Amsterdam to St Maarten and onwards to the BVI.

Travelling from New York, Boston or Miami

If you would like to have a few nights in New York, Boston or Miami before heading to BVI, this can also be arranged. The onward flight is via Puerto Rico which is a 35 minute hop over to the British Virgin Islands or again….Island Birds or VI Airlink can be arranged.

There are no direct flights to the BVI which is why the islands remain unspoilt, uncrowded and uncommercialised.