This Jersey Heritage property is close to St Catherine’s woods, the impressive St Catherine’s Breakwater and secluded beaches, Archirondel Tower provides a perfect coastal base while you explore the north-eastern corner of Jersey.
Built on a rocky outcrop in St Catherine’s Bay in 1792, Archirondel Tower was used as a garrison for artillery soldiers and has been a key defensive point throughout Jersey's history. Linked to the shore by the abandoned southern arm of St Catherine's Breakwater, the Tower has been recently refurbished to accommodate 2 adults and 2 children.
Split over four levels with a large terrace at ground level and a roof terrace overlooking the tranquil bay of Archirondel, the Tower is great for those looking for adventure, with the sea on your doorstep. Inside the Tower the ground floor comprises of a beautiful vaulted-celling kitchen and dining area with a dining table for four. A very narrow spiral staircase takes you up to a sleeping area, with one double bed and two single sofa beds and then continues on up to the cosy living space with a log burning stove for winter evenings. The roof terrace, with views across the bay and beyond, is accessed from the living space via the staircase. The sleeping area can also be accessed using the external metal stairs.
If you enjoy water sports, such as kayaking, then we recommend bringing it with you. The eastern coast of Jersey has many secluded bays to explore and teeming with marine wildlife. There is also a café 100 yards away, which is perfect for those early morning bacon rolls before you go on your next excursion around the Island.
Please note: This unique building has been beautifully and sensitively restored in 2019 but is not suitable for people with restricted mobility or young children due to the uneven surfaces and narrow staircases. Some doorways have low head height. Certain constraints do mean that on windy days you may hear the wind inside the property when the windows and doors are closed but every measure possible has been taken to keep this to a minimum.
To read more about Archirondel Tower, please see the Jersey Heritage Trust conservation statement. Ariel Image courtesy of Traces of War Jersey.
Children over 5 years welcome.
No smoking in the accommodation.
This property does not allow pets.