If you’ve come across this page, we’d be right in assuming that you’re in the process of booking, or have booked a destination wedding in Barbados! How DREAMY! We’d also be right in assuming that you’re on the lookout for luxury Barbados wedding accommodation too! Luckily, you’ve come to the right place…
Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting (yet arguably most daunting) tasks – especially when coordinating a destination wedding. Here at The Dream Villas Barbados, we understand that your hunt for the perfect wedding accommodation in Barbados should be as seamless, enjoyable, and stress-free as possible.
So with that being said, continue reading to learn more about our St James rental villas, and why they provide a perfect option for your Barbados wedding.
The legal things to consider:
Before we start, we should mention that as with all weddings, there are few legalities you need to keep in mind when planning a wedding in Barbados.
Here’s a quick overview…
- There are no waiting periods or residency requirements to get married in Barbados, yet an application for a marriage licence must be made by both parties in person at the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- Marriage licences must be made between 8.30am – 3.30pm Mon-Fri.
- There are different fees for different levels of marriage licence.
- You can contact the Ministry of Home Affairs on 1-246-535-7260 or homeaffairs@mha.gov.bb
For more information, we suggesting heading over – tohttps://barbados.org/weddings.htm#.YjXq1y2l01I
Location of our Merlin Bay Barbados complex:
One of the things we love the most about our beachfront rental villas, is that they’re all located on the exclusive Merlin Bay Complex. This is a beautiful resort, nestled amongst palm trees and tropical gardens, with a private, sandy, beach just steps away from all properties – a romantic setting for those looking to tie knot!
The Merlin Bay complex is also located within the well-loved St James neighbourhood – a popular destination for celebs due to its beauty, tranquility, and safety. When staying with The Dream Villas Barbados, you are within walking distance from all of the best bars, restaurants, shops, and nightlife. No car? No problem! Many of our guests enjoy a leisurely stroll to the world-famous Lone Star Restaurant – a fabulous choice for any celebratory meal.
Some of the islands most incredible, luxurious, wedding venues are located on the West Coast, so staying in our Merlin Bay villas reduces travel, saves time, and minimises stress!
More about our boutique, beachfront, Barbados villas:
When selecting your wedding accommodation, we understand that comfort, style, incredible views, and friendly housekeeping are all high up on the list. We can safely and proudly say that each of villas offer just that and more…
Each villa will sleep 6 adults max (3 bedrooms in each). We have a total of 7 villas, so that’s 42 guests maximum – just perfect for your immediate family, bridal party, and/or closest friends. Booking multiple villas on the complex for destination weddings is a popular move, as it means you’re sharing the pool, beach, and whole luxury island experience with your nearest and dearest.
Explore each of our Merlin Bay Barbados villas here!
Read our blog for all the amazing reasons to stay with us – https://thedream-barbados.com/2021/11/09/top-5-reasons-for-staying-in-a-merlin-bay-barbados-villa-rental/
Barbados is a sunny island, with sunny people!
Following on from above, it’s important to mention that Barbados is home to some of the warmest, loveliest, and happiest people in the world. Our Merlin Bay Housekeeping staff members are no exception to the rule.
You’ll be very well taken care of during your stay, and our Merlin Bay team will endeavour to make your stay as comfortable, special, and unforgettable as possible. You also have the option to indulge in your very own private chef – a great idea if you’re hosting any pre or post wedding get-togethers!
Meet the Merlin Bay team here!
Making the most of the island, pre & post wedding day:
It goes without saying that Barbados is an incredibly stunning island – a slice of paradise. So it’s only right that during your stay you make the most of what Barbados has to offer.
If you’re staying for some post-wedding relaxation, or even if you want to get stuck in to island sight seeing, we highly suggest taking a look at our previous blogs:
Top 10 Barbados Travel Recommendations – https://thedream-barbados.com/2021/04/07/top10barbadostravelrecommendations/
5 Top Tips for a Family Vacation in Barbados – https://thedream-barbados.com/2022/01/06/5-top-tips-for-a-family-vacation-in-barbados/
What more could you want?! Absolute wedding bliss…
If you have any questions about booking your luxury Barbados wedding accommodation, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Fill out the enquiry form below, and we will be in touch shortly.
Good luck with the wedding planning! 🙂
Merlin Bay Villas Barbados
Seven 3-bed beachfront apartments. Each of these Barbados rental villas has a private plunge pool, along with a larger, quiet, communal pool and beach access.
Happy travels!
The Dream Villas team
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