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St. Nicholas Abbey


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 142 attractions in Barbados
Traveler Description: Jacobean plantation house surrounded by sugarcane fields: dine on the bottom floor and soak in that colonial elegance.
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Attraction type: Historic home, Historic site, Architectural building
Address: On Cherry Tree Hill
Hwy. 1
Barbados
Tel: 246 422 8725

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5 of 5 stars
Torontovilla 1 contribution
Toronto
Mar 1, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Returning for an afternoon at St Nicholas Abbey was top on my wish list for this Barbados holiday. The experience exceeded all of my expectations yet again. From the local lunch served on the terrace to the fields and gardens, it was a dreamy afternoon. The owners and staff have paid attention to every detail from the restoration of the... more

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5 of 5 stars
greenhorn26 11 contributions
Winchester, Kentucky
Feb 13, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

St. Nicholas Abbey, was one of the few places we have ever visited, where we felt that we really got a good insight into the history of the place, make sure you get some rum when there, for all history buffs, this is definetely not boring, can only recommend it. The short movie they show is such a bonus, a... more

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5 of 5 stars
UKJosie 14 contributions
Suffolk, UK
Jul 23, 2008
2/2 found this review helpful

We visited here and loved it. The guide, Michael, had only been working there for a few weeks but obviously knew the history inside out. He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Loved the black and white cine film - fascinating to watch. This was my favourite place on the island so don't miss it. more

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5 of 5 stars
UnicornUDIC 4 contributions
Ontario
Jul 6, 2008

Loved the place. I lived in Barbados as a pre-teen/just-teen but had not seen it back then. Finally went back to the island after brumpty-mumble years and this was a highlight of our trip. Simon is lovely and obviously so proud of the place, as is everyone else we saw/met there. We treasure our special bottle of rum and last... more

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4 of 5 stars
caribglobetrotter 84 contributions
England
Mar 8, 2008
5/5 found this review helpful

St. Nicholas Abbey is one of the oldest houses in Barbados apparently built only 30 years after they discovered Barbados, this house has been well preserved over the years and still on going as you would expect to keep things in good order, but also has a short black and white film set in the 1930's of life in Barbados... more

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5 of 5 stars
dennyandtony 10 contributions
Bristol, United Kingdom
Oct 17, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

We have now visited St Nicholas Abbey 3 times!! The last 2 times to collect more Rum Decanters which we purchase as presents for special occasions. We have also returned to have a decanter refilled which they do at a very good price. I have read all the reviews and all except one I agree with. The family who own... more

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5 of 5 stars
Bridgets40 7 contributions
Florida
Jun 14, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

I'm not a history buff and frankly find alot of things very boring, but not here. I fell in love with the Abbey. We arrived on a cruise ship for 1 day in Barbados. I've been here before but never to the Abbey. The ride is beautiful , when you pull into the long driveway and up to this majestic... more

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5 of 5 stars
shepsphoto 7 contributions
Barbados
Apr 4, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

Excellent visit. This place has been restored beautifully by a well known Barbadian Architect who bought the property a year or two ago.Watching sugar being ground in the original steam mill is a wonderful experience. The house itself offers a glimpse into the past plantation life, and there are many historical artifacts, maps etc dealing with the glory days of... more

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5 of 5 stars
LoneBim 1 contribution
Barbados
Apr 1, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

I visited St. Nicholas Abbey March 2007. I live in Barbados and had been before as a little girl. The drive to St. Nicholas Abbey is scenic with stunning views of the rugged East coast from Cherry Tree Hill and tones of photo opportunities at the plantation itself. The house and surroundings are in excellent condition and beautifully kept, Larry... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mignonette-7 2 contributions
Stratford, Ontario
Mar 25, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

My visit to this beautiful historic house and its gardens was one of the highlights of an 11 day Caribbean cruise. I would recommend it to anyone interested in history or architecture. The wife and son of the family who currently own the Abbey were on the premises and took the time to talk with us, answer questions and recommend... more

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St. Nicholas Abbey Address

On Cherry Tree Hill | Hwy. 1, Barbados
Tel: 246 422 8725