Golden Clouds
Golden Clouds | |
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Colin Simpson, Oksana Simpson | |
Management | Golden Clouds |
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Number of suites | 12 |
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Golden Clouds was the name given by
History
Ambassador Owen purchased the property in 1911 from Chris Blackwell's grandfather, Percy Lindo, whose family owned the J. Wray and Nephew Ltd. distillery along with several thousand acres of real estate in the Oracabessa area.[5] Owen oversaw the construction of the luxurious villa and entertained many famous guests there including Clark Gable, Carole Lombard, and Charlie Chaplin.[2][6][7]
During the 1970s the estate was sold to Mr. and Mrs. Keeson, who restored the property. The Keesons began renting the villa to the public, and over the years the clientele has included a number of celebrities such as musicians Willie Nelson and Jimmy Buffett,[8] and film stars Denzel Washington and Robert De Niro.[9] The villa has also hosted many weddings and is consistently ranked as one of the top Caribbean wedding destinations.[10][11]
In addition to being a popular wedding location, Golden Clouds has also served as a movie location and was featured in the film
In 2009, Golden Clouds was purchased by bestselling author and musician
Famous clientele
One of Golden Cloud's most famous early guests was Charlie Chaplin, who was a good friend of original owner, Ruth Bryan Owen.[17]
Architecture
Golden Cloud's neoclassical architectural design was based on Casa Figueras, an 18th-century luxury villa that Owen stayed at during her first trip to Spain,[18] and reflects Oracabessa's heritage as a Spanish settlement.[19] In 1996, Golden Clouds received the Governor General's Award[20] from the Jamaica Institute of Architects for its design, which combines historical elements with modern amenities.
Sanctuary and attractions
Golden Clouds is located in the
The reef located directly in front of Golden Clouds is one of the largest in Oracabessa Bay.[25]
See also
- List of hotels in Jamaica
References
- ^ "Wikimapia". Retrieved November 8, 2010.
- ^ a b Caribbean Caravel, Ruth Brown Owen, Dodd, Mead & Co. (1949), New York, 222 pages.
- ^ Historical reference
- ^ "Oracabessa - Where to Stay".
- ^ Reference to Blackwell family
- ^ Owen's guests at Golden Clouds
- ^ Reference to notable guests
- ISBN 978-0-312-16875-9
- ISBN 978-1-74104-693-9
- ^ Popular Wedding Destinations
- ^ Modern Bride Magazine, Caribbean Wedding Dreams, p. 19, March 2008, Conde Nest Publishing
- ISBN 978-0-8108-1799-9
- ^ Television Feature
- ISBN 1-903365-38-4
- ^ James Phillipo, Jamaica: Its Past and Present State, J. Snow, 1843
- ^ Jamaica Observer p. 5, December 7, 2009 "Historic Oracabessa Villa Sold".
- ^ Reference to Charlie Chaplin
- ^ Caribbean Caravel, Ruth Brown Owen, Dodd, Mead & Co. (1949), New York, P. 114.
- ^ Historical Significance
- ^ Governor General’s Award
- ^ "Oracabessa Foundation | Oracabessa Fish Sanctuary". Archived from the original on May 26, 2012. Retrieved January 15, 2012.
- ^ "Seacology grant". Archived from the original on February 19, 2012. Retrieved January 21, 2014.
- ^ GEF Grant information
- ^ Turtles in Oracabessa Bay
- ^ Sport fishing destination