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The resort welcomes guests from age 14, with a minimum age of 18 to stay independently. Selected Beachfront and garden accommodation can take a teenager with two adults; this is not a resort for younger children. The beach itself is public, as are Antigua's other beaches. Within the grounds, golf buggies carry guests between the hillside accommodation and sea-level facilities, alongside the network of walking paths.

Beachfront Villas open directly toward the sand and sea. Listed at 106 square meters, they have shaded decks with a double daybed and chairs; some also have a swing. Inside, warm colors, ceiling fans, and muslin mosquito nets accompany the king bed. An outdoor shower extends the bathroom into the open air. These villas are near the shared pool, bar, and restaurant, and their defining feature is the direct beach position rather than a private plunge pool.

Beach Pool Villas have a different outlook: gardens with glimpses of the sea. Their split-level layouts measure between 76 and 107 square meters, with high ceilings, wooden floors, and a veranda furnished for lounging. Each has a private pool, plus a freestanding bathtub and outdoor shower. The shared pool and restaurant are nearby, as are the spa and Tree Bar. The category combines its own swimming space with a position close to the resort's waterfront facilities.

Higher up, Hillside Ocean Pool Villas look out across the Caribbean from their private plunge pools. The hotel lists them at 144 square meters, with wooden finishes, soft linens, and a roll-top bathtub inside. On the deck, loungers, a daybed, and chairs surround the pool, while an outdoor shower sits beyond the bathroom. The elevated position is a material part of this category, with the restaurants and shared waterfront spaces reached by the resort's paths or buggy transport.

Hillside Garden Pool Villas also measure 144 square meters, but turn toward the gardens. They have private pools and furnished decks, with a daybed for stretching out beneath the surrounding foliage. An outdoor shower is part of the layout. Their garden outlook is distinct from the broad sea views of the Hillside Ocean category.

The Two Bedroom Villa brings an enclosed garden setting, entered through its own gate. A separate living room opens onto a shaded terrace with wicker armchairs and hanging chairs. Hardwood floors, louvered shutters, ceiling fans, and four-poster beds continue the resort's use of natural materials. In the garden, a cedar-roofed Jacuzzi pavilion is open on all sides, with white drapes and a sun deck alongside. An outdoor rain shower accompanies the freestanding, timber-clad bathtub.

The Restaurant overlooks Jennings Bay, serving breakfast and dinner with Antiguan and international cooking. Menus change with the available produce, including fruit, vegetables, and herbs from the resort's organic garden. The Beach Club puts grilled fish and meat beside the sand, accompanied by local musicians. At the Tree Bar, sushi and drinks are served near a firepit, with reservations needed for sushi. The Lounge Bar overlooks the pool and serves coffee and snacks during the day, then becomes an evening gathering place. Dietary requirements can be discussed with the kitchen in advance.

Hermitage Bay has both all-inclusive and bed-and-breakfast rates. On the all-inclusive plan, meals, afternoon snacks, selected wines and premium drinks, and the villa minibar form part of the stay. Some deluxe spirits and wines cost extra. Room service, private beach dining, and picnic lunches are also charged separately, as are spa treatments and private excursions.

Cooking demonstrations take place on a deck beside the shared pool. The chefs work with seasonal ingredients and Caribbean flavors, preparing dishes in front of guests. Tours of the hotel's organic garden show another part of the food operation, where produce is grown for the restaurant menus.

A separate excursion visits Mr. Christian's farm, one of the resort's local suppliers. The guided visit introduces tropical crops and fruit such as guava and tamarind. This is a working farm beyond the hotel grounds, distinct from the kitchen garden on site. It is among the additional-charge outings arranged through the resort.

The Garden Spa uses ESPA products for its face and body treatments. Its menu covers massage, facials, scrubs, and wraps, with open-air treatment spaces and a view toward the sea. Appointments are arranged in advance, and treatments can also be requested in the villa at an additional charge. An ESPA skincare and body-care collection is also sold on site.

Yoga, Pilates, and meditation take place on the Spa Deck overlooking the water. Group sessions form part of the resort's included activities, while private sessions are available for an additional charge. The fitness center has cardio and resistance equipment, weights, and mats for stretching. Personal training can also be arranged.

Non-motorized water sports include kayaking, paddleboarding, windsurfing, and sailing, with Hobie Cat and Sunfish boats available. Snorkeling is another option from the resort. These activities put the bay at the center of a beach day, alongside the shared swimming pool and the private pools belonging to selected villa categories.

For trips farther along the coast, the resort arranges private boat charters through local operators. Sailing vessels and motorboats provide different ways to explore offshore islands or travel toward English Harbour, while fishing charters are also available. These are separately priced excursions, not an extension of the included non-motorized water sports. Land-based outings can take in Nelson's Dockyard and the historic buildings around English Harbour.

The drive from V. C. Bird International Airport takes around 45 minutes, with traffic affecting the journey. Airport transfers should be arranged with the resort before travel. The approach ends at the bay near Jennings, with the shared facilities at sea level and accommodation extending into the hillside above.