Kishti Villas on Meads Bay: Anguilla's Beachfront Enclave
Eleven bedrooms of barefoot luxury on Anguilla's most celebrated beach
Why Go
Some villas overlook a great beach; Kishti sits right on one. This twin-villa enclave ΓÇö Kishti East and Kishti West ΓÇö rises directly from the powdery white sand of Meads Bay, with infinity pools that seem to pour into the turquoise and steps that drop you straight onto one of the Caribbean's finest stretches of shoreline.
The Experience
Kishti is built for groups who want a five-star resort's polish without sharing it with anyone. East holds six bedrooms and West five, each with a king bed, ensuite and air-conditioning; four rooms add private balconies over the bay. Days drift between the infinity-edge pool, the hot tub, and the sea itself ΓÇö kayaks, paddleboards and snorkel gear are on hand. Inside you'll find guest and chef's kitchens, a home theatre, a gym, and rooftop and patio gardens for sunset hours. A private chef and property manager keep everything running so you never have to think about logistics.
What to Try
Book the private chef for at least one long dinner ΓÇö Anguillian crayfish and fresh-caught snapper done villa-side beats most restaurants. Then take the paddleboards out at first light, when Meads Bay is glassy and empty, and finish the day with drinks on the rooftop garden as the sun drops behind the bay.
Insider Tip
Take the full enclave if your group runs large: booking East and West together turns Kishti into an 11-bedroom private compound ΓÇö ideal for weddings, milestone birthdays or multi-family trips. And skip the car some evenings; several of Meads Bay's best beach bars and restaurants are an easy barefoot walk along the sand.
The Practical Stuff
Located on Meads Bay, on Anguilla's West End (AI-2640). Reach Anguilla via ferry or shared charter from St. Maarten, or by air into Clayton J. Lloyd International Airport ΓÇö the villa is roughly 10ΓÇô15 minutes' drive from both. Fully staffed rental with chef and property manager; rates are top-tier and high season (DecemberΓÇôApril) books far ahead. A rental car is handy for exploring, though restaurants and bars are walkable along the beach.
Pair It With
- Jacala Beach Restaurant — A short stroll down Meads Bay for refined French-Caribbean lunch with your toes nearly in the sand.
- Blanchards Beach Shack — Casual counter-service lobster rolls and frozen drinks on the same beach ΓÇö perfect low-key contrast to villa dining.
- ALAK Art Gallery — Nearby stop for local Anguillian art if you want to take a piece of the island home.