Living Barbados Magazine November 2014 Edition April 2014 edition | Page 20

beams. Doors open from these rooms onto the verandah allowing for beautiful vistas of the gardens. Exquisite bespoke Persian rugs and wonderful artwork add warmth and sophistication. In the dining room a wet bar and wine cooler make entertaining a breeze, with a fully serviceable Butler’s Pantry, steps away from this room. The kitchen’s commercial grade, stainless appliances have modern appeal yet, it remains cozy and faithful to the era of the house - with a farmhouse sink, an oven surround in tiles of soft blue and a butcher block island. Just off the kitchen is a light and airy breakfast room, offering a relaxed alcove for dining. This informality continues in the TV room, where a wall mural of playful green monkeys frolicking in trees mirrors their exact behavior outdoors - a nod to the motif so popular to the island. The Carriage House Cottage is a perfect symmetry of modern and colonial features, with exposed coral stone walls, while clerestory windows and indoor gardens maximize the light coming into the building. The open-plan kitchen and dining area open directly onto a spacious pool deck - where tables and chairs are ideal for al fresco dining and loungers for the perfect perch to relax in the sun or shade. Steps from the house and under the shade of a majestic Bearded Fig tree the owners have built an expansive wooden deck with built-in seating. Here, a long, tiled island complete with a sink and large grill is the perfect spot for cocktail parties at sunset or terrific outdoor barbeques. This house is an idyllic retreat to raise a family and a most enchanting place to host guests. From past to present, Mangrove continues to weave her magic. Mangrove Plantation is available for sale through Bajan Services | Knight Frank. They specialize in luxury property for sale and rent in Barbados. For more information Call [phone] or Email [email protected]. Web: www.bajanservices.com Wrap around terrace downstairs