Bayview Resort: Anguilla's Quiet Beachfront Perch in Blowing Point
Ocean breezes, St. Maarten views, and the real rhythm of village Anguilla
Why Go
While the crowds chase Anguilla's flashier west-end resorts, Bayview Resort sits calmly on the water in Blowing Point, where ferries hum toward St. Maarten on the horizon and the beach at your doorstep stays blissfully uncrowded.
The Experience
Bayview Resort is the kind of place Anguilla regulars keep to themselves ΓÇö a small, recently refreshed beachfront property in Blowing Point, the island's ferry village on the south coast near Cul de Sac. Expect a polished but relaxed setup rather than a sprawling mega-resort: comfortable, thoughtfully appointed spaces that work equally well for a leisurely island escape or a stretch of remote work with the waves as your soundtrack. From the property you look straight across the channel to the hills of St. Maarten, and evenings bring some of the most underrated sunset views on the island. Blowing Point itself is authentic, working Anguilla ΓÇö schools, small shops, art spots, and local life ΓÇö so you're staying in a real neighborhood, not a resort bubble.
What to Try
Claim a spot on the sand early and swim in the calm, protected water fronting the property ΓÇö the south-coast sea here is typically gentle. Walk the shoreline toward Rendezvous Bay, one of Anguilla's longest and most beautiful beaches, just around the headland. Back at the resort, set up on your terrace at golden hour with a rum punch and watch the St. Maarten ferries cross the channel. For a local browse, wander to nearby ALAK Art Gallery for Anguillian art.
Insider Tip
Bayview's location is a strategic gem: you're minutes from the Blowing Point ferry terminal, which means you can do an easy day trip to St. Martin/St. Maarten ΓÇö morning ferry over for French-side dining in Marigot, evening ferry back ΓÇö without the airport hassle most visitors endure. Book the public ferry rather than pricier charters and bring your passport.
The Practical Stuff
Located in Blowing Point (Cul de Sac area) on Anguilla's south coast, roughly 10 minutes from the airport and steps from the St. Maarten ferry terminal. Book ahead in high season (DecemberΓÇôApril); Anguilla's small properties fill fast. A rental car is recommended for exploring the island's beaches and restaurants ΓÇö taxis are available but add up. US dollars are accepted everywhere. Confirm current rates and availability directly with the property or via major booking platforms, as this is a small resort with limited inventory.
Pair It With
- Rendezvous Bay — One of Anguilla's most spectacular long white-sand beaches is essentially next door ΓÇö perfect for a morning walk or a beach-bar afternoon.
- Blowing Point Ferry to St. Martin — The terminal is minutes away, making a French-side lunch in Marigot an effortless day trip.
- ALAK Art Gallery — A nearby local gallery for browsing Anguillian art and picking up a meaningful souvenir.