This was our second time to Providenciales and our first time staying in Long Bay Hills. We loved it!
First of all, the water views are stellar and being able to walk from the doorstep of the villa to the beach in under 60 seconds was exactly what we'd been looking for. It is a little rocky at the waters edge, but if you were to walk down a little in either direction it's easier to get in. Or wear water shoes if that's your thing. You'll see kite surfers and horse back riding tours that come near the villa which is fun. We took a couple of long walks on the beach in each direction. Easy to get down to where the kite surfing companies set up shop.
The mosquitoes are no joke. I think because there is so much foliage between the properties it gives them more places to hide out even though you've got the ocean breezes constantly going. Pack bug spray! There's some great after-bite ointment that can be picked up at the grocery store if needed.
If you are looking for a place a little off the beaten path, away from the large resorts, you've got it with these villas. There are only 3 at that location and the neighboring properties aren't built directly on the neighboring plots. So lots of space to feel like you've got your own beach. It's a quick drive to really anywhere on the island. You will want your own car, though, so it's worth it to have a rental. We were there a week and didn't even use half a tank of gas. And that's with going over to Grace Bay or Turtle Cove everyday. One day we drove all the way around the island exploring.
When we travel, we like to make most of our meals and not be on a resort schedule as far as "breakfast is available until 9AM" type of thing. We grilled several nights using the grill out on the main deck and it was great!
If you are divers, this villa is very close to the docks that Dive Provo boats depart from. So on the morning of your dive, rather than go to the shop and hop on the van, you can just go straight to the docks to get onto the boat. It was really nice once the dives were over and we were back to the dock to just hop into our car and be back at the villa in 3 minutes.
Would definitely stay here again!
