House rental in Mandeville, Jamaica - Charming Country Home in the Hills - Property 175627

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Area Description: Mandeville - Discover the many fascinating places along Jamaica's South Coast - fishing villages, miles of beaches, centuries old great houses, natural waterfalls and wetlands create an atmosphere for adventure, quiet wonder and relaxation. Located in the center of the Island, about 2000 feet above sea level you will find the town of Mandeville. An average daily high of 70 - 75 degrees F and average night time temperatures of 65 -70 F certainly give Mandeville an ideal climate. Mandeville is considered the heart of Jamaica for more reasons than one. Unspoiled by its financial success in the aluminum industry, time spent with the people of Mandeville is likely to be a highlight of your trip to Jamaica. Mandeville is unlike other rural Jamaican towns: it is cool, it is clean, and there are no slums. Mandeville is a popular destination for Jamaicans returning from abroad to find the perfect place for retirement.

Places of Interest: Kirkvine Alumina Works Alumina Jamaica, a subsidiary of the Alumina Company of Canada Ltd, (ALCAN), was the first aluminium company to begin operations in Jamaica. Only a small portion of the land bought by the company is used for mining at any one time. To utilize the rest of their holdings Alcan's agricultural department developed a model livestock (beef and dairy cattle) and citrus operation on 8,000 acres. They also supervise 4,600 tenant farmers on another 23,000 acres. In 1978 a joint venture agreement with the government of Jamaica transformed Alcan Jamaica into Jamaican with the government company, Jamaica Bauxite Mining Ltd, acquiring 7% of Alcan's mining and refining assets and all bauxite lands. Alcan Jamaica retains the management of Jamaican.

Some Things to Do: Hiking and Horseback Riding: at Perth Great House, a Georgian mansion built in 1760 and owned by John Nightingale's family for over 100 years. Custom Built Eco-Tours: When he is not too busy planning and lobbying for alternative energy projects for rural districts, Tony Goffe will plan and conduct eco-tours to cater to special interests, be it fossiling for agates, hunting for orchids or exploring the source of rivers. Mrs Stephenson's Garden: Reputed to be one of the finest in the island. Tours, conducted by the horticulturist herself, can be arranged. Factory Tours: The High Mountain Coffee and Chocolate Factory at Williamsfield, the Pickapepper Sauce Factory at Shooters Hill and the Bammy Factory in Mandeville can all be toured by appointment. Countrystyle Tours: This local company, based at Astra Hotel and owned by Mandeville's tourism dynamo Diana MacIntyre-Pike, can introduce you to all the above.

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