A tropical jungle of vine-drenched, 100-foot Banyan trees; soaring chartreuse bamboo and flowering magenta ginger lily descending into a secluded cove; where an elegant, earth conscious oasis of chic-ly appointed, 'tree houses' is linked by a winding pathway sliced through a sun dappled rainforest overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
A private shoreline that wraps around a blue lagoon, ringed by an untouched coral reef; purple manta rays gliding through cloud of colorful fish in a warm turquoise sea, glazed in a layer of cool from the mountain stream that flows into, and over it.
Tucked away in the folds of the eco-friendly zone of Portland, where the shoreline hugs the sea and the nights glow as much as the days, stands the emblem of respite, relaxation and all things in between. It sits snugly among the trees, embraces the ideally cool temperatures and complements the natural habitat.
It offers a peacefully endowed atmosphere, not uncommon to truly tranquil scenes and all those who enter therein can claim its soothing and rejuvenating powers. Kanopi House was created as the ideal getaway location and is unique since it offers no disturbance of its natural environments. Its structure also adds to its modern day charm and it is one with nature.
Kanopi House features a certain inexplicable charisma which is further intensified by a secluded cove, blue lagoon, coral reef, surrounding rainforest and its one of a kind ‘tree houses’.
Kanopi House offers four wood-framed, one and two bedroom, peak roof 'tree-houses' built in the classic island style.
Wrapped in French doors and louvered windows, each opens almost entirely into the natural splendour of the rainforest.
Interiors are a blend of colonial and West Indian design, the atmosphere one of easy, island elegance.
Accented in artwork and textiles by local artists, some graciously appointed tree-houses are outfitted with a lounge that opens onto a covered veranda or 'walls' of French doors that open to allow the outside in; indoor and outdoor showers, and galley kitchenettes stocked with essentials such as cold drinks, light snacks, teas and Jamaican Blue Mountain coffee.
The only 2-bedroom treehouse on the property, Sweet Wood offers both romance and adventure. At approximately 1,200 square feet, this treehouse is located closest to the world famous Blue Lagoon.
As you walk in, Sweet Wood offers an airy lounge and two bedrooms below, perfect for families or groups of friends travelling together.
With seclusion being key for this treehouse, Almond Tree is the most private of the treehouses on the property, while still being centrally located. Waking up to glimpses of the lagoon below through the canopy of trees and the lush rainforest surrounding you, this treehouse is perfect for couples and is most requested by the honeymooners and guests celebrating their anniversary.
At approximately 650 square feet, French doors and louvered windows allow Almond Tree to bring nature into your room.
With a unique outdoor shower, Spanish Elm is draped in lush rainforest greenery and accents of pinks and reds from the tropical flowering plants scattered in and outside of the room.
Outfitted with a separate lounge, covered verandas and French doors, this 550 square foot treehouse is perfect for couples or a small family with young children.
Perched on the highest point of the property, Upper Deck offers panoramic views of the rainforest. Louvered windows and "walls" of French doors allow you to bring the outside in.
At approximately 430 square feet this treehouse is perfect for newlyweds and romantic weekends. Upper Deck is outfitted with a fridge and wet bar.
Meals are prepared with an emphasis on locally farmed ingredients. Menus place the focus on traditional Jamaican dishes — callaloo, green bananas, ackee, breadfruit, yam, wild cocoa, sweet potato, grilled and curried seafood and meats. Tailored to suit any preference – vegan or vegetarian, meat lovers, low carb or with a special focus on local specialties – the menu is entirely guests’ choice.
Dinners are arranged indoors in the Living Room or outdoors on the Terrace.
Bespoke picnics are available on request for any excursion—from day tours around the coast, trips to nearby beaches, or just across the lagoon on deserted Monkey Island.
Spend the day lounging by the lagoon, snorkelling the reef, kayaking through the calm turquoise waters, swimming out to Monkey Island, or simply relax to the sounds of the surf and the rainforest. With panoramic ocean views, a trio of carved mahogany daybeds, a selection of art, culture, food & design books and international magazines; the elegant open air Living Room is the perfect place to lounge away an afternoon.
Guests gather here for gracious meals, in between which, staff is on hand to attend to coffees, cocktails and canapés. More active types may wish to arrange water sport excursions. Staff is happy to arrange anything guests may have a yen for; from sailing trips to hang-gliding, fishing or diving.
As one of the largest migratory bird habitats in the Caribbean, the area is also a bird-watcher’s paradise with 200 varieties of exotic resident and migrant birds. With Crested Quail Doves, Rufous-throated Solitaires,
With numerous diving and snorkelling sites, shallow and deep, visitors enjoy breathtaking wall dives and stunning reefs, and can explore wrecks and caverns that are home to sea turtles, moray eels, manta rays and multitudes of colourful fish.
Port Antonio is a favourite for deep-sea anglers. Home of the Blue Marlin Tournament, it attracts those in search of tuna, kingfish and wahoo.
With a helipad just five minutes away, Kanopi is a scenic 30-minute chopper transfer from Kingston’s Norman Manley International Airport or 1 hour from Sangster International in Montego Bay.
In the tiny town of Bath, a two-hour drive from Kanopi, lie Jamaica’s fabled hot springs. Legend ascribes the 1600s discovery of the therapeutic springs to a runaway slave who found the mineral-rich Sulphur River water soothed his wounds.
This full day guided mountain bike excursion takes guests on a scenic tour along trails through Jamaica’s rainforest in the lush Blue Mountains.
Drift along the Rio Grande on a four-hour tour through Caribbean rainforest via traditional bamboo rafts.
Jamaica’s side roads are scattered with colourful local bars stocked with colourful, domino playing locals and an endless supply of the island’s famous rum and tasty dishes.
Long Bay’s forceful waves and spectacular sunrises draw surfers to this rustic, laid back seashore where an Intermediate rated point break offers short rides, low tide, East and Northeast winds and no line-ups.
The region is a wonderland of waterfalls, each offers an afternoon spent at a gorgeous inland river capped by cascades of pure, cool water.
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