Little Dix Bay Resort

Bar Overview

Rosewood Little Dix Bay sits on a crescent-shaped bay on the island of Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands. Founded in 1964 by Laurance S. Rockefeller, the resort remains true to its founder's vision of natural harmony and earth in balance while offering an escape from the ordinary. E

legantly appointed accommodations blend unobtrusively into the surrounding landscape and are located steps from the beach. Guests can enjoy a wide array of activities such as diving, snorkeling, watersports and hiking. World-class amenities, including three distinctive dining venues, Sense, A Rosewood Spa^TM, tennis, fitness facility and children's center, complete the experience.

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts assumed management of Rosewood Little Dix Bay in 1993. December, 2006 saw the completion of a three-year, twenty-five million dollar renovation including 16 new Rosewood Junior Suites and three new hilltop villas, the opening of Sense, A Rosewood Spa^TM, a new children's center and beautiful re-designs on the resort's 100 guest rooms and two restaurants. The comprehensive enhancement signified the resort's "rebirth" as a legendary Caribbean retreat.Pool

History

· Virgin Gorda - which translates to "Fat Virgin" from Spanish - was named in 1493 by Christopher Columbus, who saw in the islands now framing Little Dix Bay the silhouette of a portly woman lying on her back.

· The island was a fairly desolate agricultural community when Laurance Rockefeller established the resort; planning and land acquisition began in 1958.

· Little Dix Bay opened in January of 1964. A believer in hiring and training local people to proudly serve their island, Rockefeller discovered a friendly, highly motivated work force among the residents of Virgin Gorda.

· In December 1993, Little Dix Bay became a Rosewood Resort.

· Reopened in March 1996 after extensive refurbishments.

· A five-year multi-million-dollar renovation was concluded in December 2006, signifying the rebirth of Rosewood Little Dix Bay as a legendary destination. The renovations brought a new cliffside spa and Children's Grove, resort-wide refurbishments of its 100 guest rooms, 16 new Rosewood Junior Suites, three new hilltop villas, restaurant designs and an innovative employee training program developed across the Rosewood collection.

Beaches

Dubbed "wilderness beach" by Laurance Rockefeller, the resort's pristine, half-mile crescent beach is considered one of the finest in the world and is located steps from the resort's accommodations. A coral reef just off the shoreline provides excellent snorkeling and protects the bay, ensuring calm water for swimming year-round.

Beach Drops: Among the most popular diversions offered at Rosewood Little Dix Bay are complimentary Beach Drops to any one of seven destinations around Virgin Gorda. Guests are transported by Boston Whaler boat to seven pristine beaches and are dropped off with beach towels, an umbrella, and snorkel gear for a few hours to relax and explore. At an additional cost, the resort can arrange for a picnic lunch and even bottle of wine for guests to bring along with them on their excursion.

Accommodations

The resort features 100 spacious guest accommodations that seem to "grow" out of the landscape. Most are shaded by native sea grape and palm trees, ensuring ultimate privacy. Each guest room has an outdoor patio or terrace on which to enjoy the idyllic setting of Virgin Gorda and its gentle tradewinds. 

complete room refurbishment was completed in December 2006 with décor that reflects an island sensibility with sophisticated, residential style. Casually elegant interiors are light and airy, most with floor to ceiling windows on two sides for excellent cross ventilation. The rooms feature light wood and teak furniture, stone walls and natural colored fabrics accented by island colors. Bathrooms feature double vanities and rain showers while some also have soaking tubs. Half of the guestrooms are outfitted with new outdoor garden showers.