Shirley's Retreat, serenity and charm in a rural setting, 15 mins from airport.

Shirley's Retreat, serenity and charm in a rural setting, 15 mins from airport.

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Overview
2 bedrooms
1 bathroom
4 guests
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Experience full immersion into the life of an islander while staying at Shirley’s Retreat in Centeno. At the cottage, unplug, relax and unwind in the soothing island vibe. You can travel to local eco-tourism and cultural attractions such as the Caroni Bird Sanctuary and Mount St. Benedict Abbey in 25 mins, Maracas Bay beach and nearby waterfalls in an hour. Shirley's Retreat is 15 mins from Piarco International Airport, 12 mins from Trincity Mall and 7 mins from Price Smart shopping. You can order freshly baked muffins for breakfast delivered to you at the cottage and there are lots of local restaurants and food outlets in nearby St. Helena Village and Arima. The one-bedroom cottage retreat, is part of a country home on a private terrace of 4 generations of Joseph family members. Create ...Experience full immersion into the life of an islander while staying at Shirley’s Retreat in Centeno. At the cottage, unplug, relax and unwind in the soothing island vibe. You can travel to local eco-tourism and cultural attractions such as the Caroni Bird Sanctuary and Mount St. Benedict Abbey in 25 mins, Maracas Bay beach and nearby waterfalls in an hour. Shirley's Retreat is 15 mins from Piarco International Airport, 12 mins from Trincity Mall and 7 mins from Price Smart shopping. You can order freshly baked muffins for breakfast delivered to you at the cottage and there are lots of local restaurants and food outlets in nearby St. Helena Village and Arima. The one-bedroom cottage retreat, is part of a country home on a private terrace of 4 generations of Joseph family members. Create memories while lazing at the sunlight filled cottage with all your modern conveniences; air conditioning, high-speed internet, a hot shower, and on request your host arranged trips to local attractions such as Maracas Beach, Lopinot Caves, rainforest hikes, waterfalls, and more. Watch and listen to local birds or take eco-tourism trips to La Brea Pitch Lake or Caroni Bird Sanctuary. Visit Queens Park Savannah for site-seeing in the capital of Port-of-Spain, drink freshly picked coconuts, taste local cuisine and enjoy locally grown fruits. You can explore the sister island with a quick flight to Tobago for a day of crystal-clear waters with white, pink or black sandy beaches. Be sure to try Tobago’s famous curried crabs, simmered in rich Indian spices and coconut milk served over a bed of dumplings. At the cottage, order freshly prepared baked goods such as bread and muffins infused with seasonal Trinidadian fruits and flavors, from our local host and baker, Mr. Reginald. You will have a complimentary batch of his freshly baked muffins waiting for you at the cottage when you arrive, along with a variety of local fruits, refreshments and breakfast items to start your first morning before you've made it to the grocery. On booking do let us know of any dietary restrictions so we can better meet your needs. If your stay is 10 nights or longer, on request, our driver Paul will greet you at the airport to take you to Shirley's cottage, a short 15 min drive. For stays less than 10 nights, pick up from and to the airport is at an added fee of USD25 each way, please pay in cash directly to our driver Paul. If you request airport pick up and drop off, do share your flight details with us a few days ahead. For stays of 10 nights or more, your return trip to the airport and the first grocery trip is also complimentary. You can shop at the local grocery store to prepare your own meals or experience the creole or Indian-inspired dishes of Trinidad’s multicultural heritage from surrounding eateries. There is also gated parking for a compact vehicle at the cottage. We welcome you to a genuinely homey and memorable Trinbagonian experience. When booking please let us know if you would like to have us pick you up from the airport, just share your flight arrival details a few days ahead of time. At Shirley’s Retreat, we help you to Collect Memories not Things, and it's our pleasure to help make your stay memorable.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bathrooms
1 Full bath

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What this rental offers
Kitchen and dining
  • Cooker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kettle
  • Toaster
Entertainment
  • Television
Indoor amenities
  • Internet access
  • Air conditioning
Wi-fi and internet
  • Wi-fi
Nearby
  • Countryside area
Bathroom and laundry
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Towels provided
Location info
  • Kid friendly

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Map
Getting there
Piarco Airport
3.2 km
Restaurants
The Green Jacket Restaurant
3.3 km

Castro's Restaurant and Sports Bar
6.8 km

Chhai Thai Restaurant
2.1 km

Paul A Grant Butcher's Steakhouse
7.1 km
Attractions
Hadco Experiences At Asa Wright Nature Centre
7.6 kmNature & Wildlife Areas

Tunapuna Market
4.7 kmFlea & Street Markets

Arima Dial
6.7 kmPoints of Interest & Landmarks

National Racquet Sports Center
7 kmSports Complexes

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Check in / out timings
Check in after 4 p.m. Check out by 11 a.m.
Cancellation policy

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    UPDATED 2025 - Shirley's Retreat, serenity and charm in a rural setting, 15 mins from airport. - Holiday Rental in Piarco - Tripadvisor