Bitter End Yacht Club brings overwater bungalows to BVI

A digital illustration of the overwater bungalows at the Bitter End Yacht Club.

Virgin Gorda’s Bitter End Yacht Club is set to reopen later this month with the first and only overwater bungalows available in the British Virgin Islands.

The 64-acre private retreat was opened by the Hokin family in 1973 and quickly became a popular destination for visitors to Virgin Gorda. However, when Hurricane Irma devastated the Virgin Islands in 2017, the resort was not spared. It has since been closed for almost four years. When it closed, the owners gave the property a makeover and call it Bitter End 2.0.

The property has been fitted with new Marina Lofts jutting out to the ocean. The handmade wooden bungalows are said to be inspired by the period sail lofts where sails were made. The handmade wooden bungalows are split over two levels and are meant to be designed so that guests can enjoy a relaxing time while on vacation.

The first floor houses a large and spacious living room and bathroom, while the second floor houses a master bedroom with a king-size bed. Each bungalow also has a private two-story terrace that offers views of the Caribbean Sea.

There are currently only two full bungalows available for bookings in December, but another 10 bungalows are expected to be ready in the near future.

In addition to luxury accommodation, there is a new waterfront plaza overlooking the North Sound. It will offer several distinct dining options, including a new version of the clubhouse and a waterside bar, as well as a water sports center with a new fleet of water toys and a boutique for holiday shopping. .

“We’ve taken everything we’ve learned over five decades and incorporated it into the redesign to pay homage to our history,” Richard Hokin, head of the Hokin family and co-owner of the resort, said in a statement.

“At the same time, we are elevating the amenities and hospitality offerings of Bitter End to create a world-class experience that will delight travelers for generations to come,” he added.

The resort will also cater to the Virgin Islands rental and private yachting industries and will feature more than 70 mooring balls and 25 marina docks. Sailors visiting the station can purchase mooring or dock space and sleep aboard their vessel. There will also be a new two-story marina with an outdoor lounge and wraparound terrace.

The resort owner said Bitter End focuses on maintaining the heritage, history and overall vibe of Bitter End, which is laid-back, community-based and aligned with the environment. He said the overall experience will focus on having fun in and around the water.

“We know this is what our customers and guests around the world expect. We have therefore rethought everything with this in mind. Having said that, we are improving everything. All of our buildings will be brand new while incorporating our 50 year history into our design, making your stay and experience at Bitter End unique. While a lot has changed, we are still unmistakably Bitter End, ”Hokin said.