Give me a brief history of Olde Yard Village
Olde Yard Village was formerly known as Olde Yard Inn. At that time, it was an 11-room establishment with no pool, an extraordinary library and restaurant. It was and still is a condominium resort that offered the vacationer all the conveniences of a luxury hotel and also offered the comfort of spacious apartments set in a tropical garden overlooking the sea. At that time the informal poolside restaurant was in a bistro setting called La Brasserie, later on known as the Dip and Sip, Baracuda and now The Village Café.
What makes this place so special? Tell me all about the landscape, the menu, chef, staff, amenities, etc.
A perfect getaway for families, groups and couples, Virgin Gorda Village Hotel is set amidst tropical gardens around a hillside, Olde Yard Village is a charming condominium community with over 30 spacious 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom condominiums offering nightly guest rentals, short term (up to six months) and long term rentals, all with generously proportioned patios, full kitchen, a/c, television, internet and access to all our facilities (gym, pool, tennis court). Guests will enjoy returning home to their spacious and comfortable condominiums after a long day of snorkeling, swimming, sailing, hiking or just simply soaking up the reliable island sun.
Enjoy a cocktail or meal at the charming poolside restaurant at the Village Café right at your door step. The Village Cafe & Restaurant in Virgin Gorda gives you the real Caribbean flavour with a twist and will have you coming back for more! We focus on serving excellent food with prompt and friendly services. Lunch and dinner service is open from Tuesday through Sunday.
Discover the influences of the Caribbean and Virgin Gorda in comfortable and relaxing poolside settings surrounded by our tropical gardens. We offer an array of dishes such as fresh seafood, assorted Caribbean delicacies along with our homemade desserts.
Try our yummy Chicken Wings, Coconut Shrimp Bites, Conch Fritters, Roti and mouthwatering Lobster Tacos. Nothing says Caribbean like dishes from the ocean and our conch fritters are served with our Island Style Calypso Sauce. Sandwiches, wraps, salads, nachos, juicy burgers, fish & chips and fresh fish fill the midday menu. Don’t forget to try our homemade desserts!
There is a distinct Caribbean flavor to almost everything.
Our dinner menu is perfect to enjoy a flavourful experience with the best ingredients, Scallops, Wahoo, Cajun Shrimp, Ribeye Steak and more options to surprise your palate. We offer great wines, don’t forget to try our delicious signature Rum Punch, Painkillers and Bushwhackers and relax! You are on vacation!
What is the largest wedding event you accommodate?
The largest events that we have ever done at our restaurant are:
Wedding Reception- 200 Guests
Cocktail Party – 300 Guests
What are room accommodations like?
All individually owned units that are equipped with over-sized patios with outdoor dining, full living and dining rooms, fully equipped kitchens all set within an impeccably designed development, that reflects both charm of old time West Indian architecture and the charm of our island. Our 1, 2, 3 and 4 consist of King, Queen, Twin and/or sleeper sofa beds.
Besides weddings and wedding receptions, what other events do you cater for?
Besides wedding and wedding receptions we also host:
Birthday Parties
Cocktail Parties
Baby Showers
Bridal Showers
Christening Luncheon
Graduation Dinners
Prom
Meetings
Classroom Seminars & Workshops
Offsite Catering Services
Do you cater to events off your property? If so, tell us about you most exquisite event.
Yes, we do cater to events off property. One of our most exquisite events was when we catered for an intimate wedding reception for 30 guests at one of Guava Berry’s Private Villas. We also take our off-site catering services one step further by offering event planning services and referrals for small intimate wedding ceremonies.
I am sure you offer wedding packages? Tell us about them.
Our hotel’s special wedding packages would be in collaboration with The Village Café, Solitude day spa and salon (special room rates for wedding or honeymoon couple and our guests.
Does the venue require that you use an in-house caterer?
Yes, our venue requires that you use an in-house caterer.
Where can readers find you and connect with you online?
They can find us on our websites www.virgingordavillage.com / Trip Advisor / email: info@virgingordavillage.com