The iconic Jamaican retreat that once served as a sanctuary for the legendary reggae musician Bob Marley has been listed for sale at US$16.8 million.
The unique property, showcased in the recent biopic, One Love, on the musician, offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of music and cultural history.
It was at these cool digs that the late Marley went to recuperate after he was shot during a 1970s assassination attempt, according to the Robb Report.
Situated in the serene Blue Mountains, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its coffee farms and diverse wildlife, the Strawberry Hill Hotel spans a 26-acre estate.
This boutique luxury resort, found in St Andrew near Kingston, Jamaica, is currently owned by Chris Blackwell, the founder of Island Records.
Blackwell, who acquired the property in 1974, undertook extensive renovations in the 1980s with the help of local architect Ann Hodges, following damage caused by Hurricane Gilbert.
Strawberry Hill’s origins trace back to the 18th century, initially established as a coffee plantation and strawberry farm granted by the Royal Family to Horace Walpole.
Over the years, it has transitioned through various historic roles, including serving as a naval hospital and being owned by notable Jamaican families, before coming into Blackwell’s possession.
Today, the property is a part of Blackwell’s Island Outpost hotel chain and features 13 Georgian-style cottages.
These accommodations are distinguished by their hand-crafted details, such as plantation shutters and fretwork fanlights, along with luxurious amenities like mahogany four-poster beds and French doors leading to private verandas.
Additionally, Strawberry Hill boasts a restaurant and bar, an indoor/outdoor spa, an infinity-edge swimming pool, a yoga pavilion, and scenic pathways.
The estate also offers the potential for expansion, with plans for an additional 16 villas.
This sale is managed by Compass’s US marketing team, comprising Ivan Hernandez, Leslie Cooper, and Alex Miranda.
Strawberry Hill not only presents an attractive investment opportunity but also a chance to own a piece of Jamaica’s rich cultural legacy, once a retreat for icons like Bob Marley, the Rolling Stones, and Willie Nelson.
