Betty's Hope

About

An emblem of Antigua’s history, Betty’s Hope was the earliest large-scale sugar plantation on the island, owned by the Codrington family from 1674 to 1944. While the days of operational production have faded, the remnants of this grand estate have been meticulously preserved and repurposed. In 1990, the Antigua and Barbuda government undertook restoration efforts as part of an eco-tourism initiative. The revitalized site now includes twin windmills, a functional Cistern Complex, the former Great House in ruins, a Boiling House where sugar crystallization took place, and a dilapidated Still House used for rum production. These structures have transformed into an open-air museum with a visitor center. Betty's Hope welcomes guests Mondays to Thursdays 8:30AM to 3PM and Fridays 8:30AM to 1PM, inviting them to uncover the stories etched in its stones, witness its restoration, and reflect on the shared history that shaped the island's identity.