Gibbs, St Peter, Barbados

The Ridge is a stunning 11 bedroom classical home. It is located in St Peter. 

The Ridge was designed by world renowned architect and interior designer, Mr. Peter Inston. He is widely acknowledged as one of the iconic leaders in his field. Mr. Inston?s prestigious portfolio includes the Ritz Carlton and Champneys, His portfolio also includes Savoy Hotel in London, Taymouth Castle in Scotland, Four Seasons Hotel in Hampshire and Gleneagles in Scotland. He was also involved in design of The Emir of Qatar?s palace.

The Ridge is both stunning and unique. The property took nearly five years to complete. No expense was spared in its sensational construction. Many of the features were imported from around the world. This includes the Italian marble, the centerpiece fountain as well as the courtyard statues.

There has been enormous attention to detail. An international artist was even flown in from the UK . He painted the spectacular dome as you enter the main house.

This palatial property sits on 2.68 acres of land. It offers 11 bedrooms. There are 5 in the main house. There are 4 in the charming ?chattel house? and 2 in the cottage.

The Ridge is the ideal estate for entertaining. It offers fabulous outdoor spaces to suit any occasion. The property comes complete with a phenomenal temperature controlled wine room. There is a cinema, spa, hairdressers, gym and tennis court. Total floor area is circa 19,000 square feet.

The Ridge offers the best of luxury country and beachfront living.

The treasure trove of contents within the property has been skillfully selected over the past decade. Many of the special and unique items have a strong connection to the Caribbean. Highlights include exceptionally rare film memorabilia. This includes Charlie Chaplin?s personal cane and a very rare vintage film poster collection. There is an original poster for one of the few Hollywood movies to be shot in Barbados. This was Island in the Sun (1957). The film starred Harry Belafonte and Joan Collins.

There are exceptionally rare furniture pieces by designers Carlo Bugatti and Viscount Linley. There are also incredibly scarce sketches from artist and designer Oliver Messel. Messel designed many of Barbados? most illustrious houses.

There are also works by celebrity photographer Terry O?Neill. The property also houses the largest known Caribbean painting collection of English playwright Noel Coward. This is accompanied by works from world famous Russian-born French artist, Erte. Erte visited Barbados many times during his distinguished career.

There is even a special painting signed and created by Lord of the Dance star Michael Flatley. He placed paint on his tap shoes and danced on the canvas!

There are many other priceless pieces and collections that were painstakingly and lovingly put together over many years. These pieces make The Ridge the truly magnificent home that it is.

It is a special Caribbean classical style home. There are few homes on Barbados to rival The Ridge.

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