Property Description
Apes Hill Polo Estate – Lot 4
A level, generously sized homesite set within a true polo community, Lot 4 at Apes Hill Polo Estate combines the calm of open green views with the daily rhythm of an established estate lifestyle. Here, the hero is the setting: an international standard polo field at the heart of the neighbourhood, a clubhouse for gathering with neighbours and guests, and a man‑made lake with dedicated water catchment for irrigation that helps keep the grounds beautifully maintained. For anyone seeking land for sale in Apes Hill, St. Thomas, this is a rare chance to design a home that sits comfortably within a thoughtfully curated environment.
A level canvas in a polo community
Lot 4 measures approximately 20,226 sq ft (about half an acre) and is notably level, which is a meaningful advantage when planning and building. A level site can make layouts more flexible, simplify engineering, and often streamline the construction process. In practical terms, it gives you freedom: room to plan a single‑storey home with deep shaded verandas or a two‑storey design with upstairs bedrooms and a dedicated study; space for landscaped gardens, lawn play areas, and outdoor dining zones; and scope for proper off‑street parking and turning without compromising on greenery.
The photographs tell a straightforward story: a neatly kept, level parcel within a well‑ordered estate, with the sweeping green of the polo field and the calm water of the lake forming part of the daily outlook. Paved estate roads and tidy verges frame the lots, while the clubhouse anchors social life around match days and quiet evenings alike. This is an address where weekends can be as relaxed or as lively as you choose—coffee on your own terrace before a morning walk by the lake, or a front‑row seat at the next chukka.
Estate life at Apes Hill
The Polo Estate comprises 44 private lots and 20 well‑appointed duplex villas, giving the neighbourhood both scale and a sense of community. The development’s infrastructure includes a man‑made lake and water catchment designed for irrigation, supporting the landscape through dry periods and helping maintain the estate’s presentation. The polo field is built to international standards, and the clubhouse provides a natural hub for owners and their guests. As the area continues to mature, new homes—already setting a high bar for architecture and finish—help protect the character of the estate and the enjoyment of those who live here.
Because the plot is within a managed environment, day‑to‑day living feels considered. The rhythm of match days, the sociable clubhouse, and the visual openness of the polo field create a backdrop that is distinctly Apes Hill. For those who work from home, the ability to orient a study to green views is a simple luxury; for families, the space on a half‑acre site allows for play areas and guest accommodation within the main house plan. And for anyone who travels frequently, a lock‑up‑and‑leave design can be planned without sacrificing outdoor amenity.
Design possibilities on 20,226 sq ft
With a footprint of this scale, architects can balance privacy and openness: set the house back for a gracious approach, add planting along the boundaries to frame sightlines, and still preserve a large central garden for entertaining or quiet downtime. The level topography supports:
- Flexible house positioning to catch prevailing light and breezes.
- An elegant drive court with secure, on‑plot parking.
- Distinct outdoor rooms—pool terrace, dining pergola, or lawn—should you wish to incorporate them into your design (subject to the usual approvals).
While the estate doesn’t dictate your architecture, the surrounding homes are already “setting the standard,” which is helpful guidance when considering materials, rooflines, and scale. The result is a neighbourhood that feels cohesive without being repetitive—precisely what many clients seek when looking for Apes Hill Polo Estate land in Barbados.
Address and context
- Property type: Land (free of any existing structures).
- Location: Apes Hill Polo Estate, Apes Hill, St. Thomas, Barbados.
- Estate features: clubhouse, international standard polo field, man‑made lake and irrigation water catchment.
- Plot area: approximately 20,226 sq ft (sqft).
Figure today
Offered at USD 320,000.
In a market where truly buildable, level land within an amenity‑rich estate is scarce, Lot 4 stands out for its proportion, its polo‑led lifestyle, and its straightforward path to planning a home that fits you now and adapts to the future. Whether your brief is a family base, a winter retreat, or a smartly scaled lock‑up‑and‑leave, this plot delivers the space, the setting, and the neighbourhood credibility to make it work.