Stoney Ground City
Neighborhood and community on Anguilla island
Residential neighborhood near The Valley, used by travelers seeking quick access to island shops, ferry points and nearby beaches. Expect local bakeries, small markets and the easy rhythm of low-traffic lanes.
Stoney Ground at a Glance#
Costs: Midrange to expensive: $150-300 per day - expect island prices for food and lodging; luxury options push costs higher.
Safety: Very safe, low crime - very low violent crime; standard petty-theft vigilance advised in tourist spots.
Best Time: December to April (peak season) - dry, sunny weather and calm seas make beach time best now.
Why Visit Stoney Ground?#
On Anguilla’s main island, small Stoney Ground appeals to travelers after relaxed Caribbean beach life and authentic island food. Sandy Ground beach and nearby Rendezvous Bay make excellent bases for snorkeling and boat trips to Prickly Pear, while local fish fries and rum punch showcase island flavors. Low-key beach bars and pastel houses lend a restful pace. It’s best for people who prefer laid-back villages over busy resorts.
Best Things to Do in Stoney Ground#
Stoney Ground Bucket List#
Shoal Bay East - Long white-sand beach with clear water and popular snorkeling spots nearby.
Wallblake House - 18th-century plantation house museum illustrating colonial history and period furnishings.
Heritage Collection Museum - Local museum displaying artifacts that trace Anguilla’s cultural and maritime past.
Little Bay - Secluded cove accessed by boat or sea kayak, with excellent cliff-jumping options.
Scilly Cay - Tiny islet restaurant serving seafood lunches and offering calm snorkeling waters close by.
Crocus Hill viewpoint - Short hike to the island’s high point for panoramic coastal and cay views.
Prickly Pear Cays - Protected marine cays ideal for day snorkeling trips and relaxed beach picnics.
St-Martin / Sint Maarten (ferry) - Short ferry ride for duty-free shopping, lively markets, and beachfront dining options.
Stoney Ground's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Moderate rainfall (962 mm/year).
January
January is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (55 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm).
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May
May is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Regular rainfall (91 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (62 mm).
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August
August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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September
September is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (129 mm).
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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How to Get to Stoney Ground#
How to Get Around Stoney Ground#
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Where to Stay in Stoney Ground#
The Valley / Crocus Hill - $80-250/night
Stoney Ground itself has few hotels; budget stays are typically small condos or guesthouse-style rooms in nearby communities.
Carimar Beach Club - Simple beachfront condos nearby
Anguilla guesthouse listings (Booking) - Search for budget private rentals
Meads Bay / Sandy Ground - $200-500/night
Mid-range options are clustered a short drive away - boutique resorts and condo hotels that offer more comfort and services.
Malliouhana, Auberge Resorts Collection - Boutique resort within short drive
Carimar Beach Club - Comfortable condos, family-friendly
Meads Bay / Maundays Bay - $600+/night
Luxury options are limited to a few island resorts; expect private beaches, fine dining, and villa-style accommodations.
Four Seasons Resort and Residences Anguilla - Full-service luxury resort
Belmond Cap Juluca - Prestigious beachfront property
Shopping in Stoney Ground#
Local shopping is modest: a few convenience stores and small shops serve daily needs. For more restaurants, bars and retail options you’ll typically visit nearby hubs such as The Valley or Sandy Ground on the island.
Nightlife in Stoney Ground#
Nightlife around Stoney Ground itself is quiet. Most of the island’s evening entertainment-bar nights and beachfront venues-is concentrated in Sandy Ground and The Valley rather than in this residential area.
