Pelican Bay

Pelican Bay is one of Anguilla's quietest and least-visited beaches - a short stretch of southern coast shoreline tucked between Lockrum Bay to the west and the Blowing Point ferry terminal to the east. It is not a destination beach in the way that Shoal Bay East or Meads Bay are, but it has a genuine, unhurried charm that makes it worth knowing about, particularly for visitors arriving or departing by ferry who want a peaceful beach close at hand.

The bay sits in a naturally sheltered position on the south coast, facing southwest across the channel toward St. Martin. The open southern horizon makes it one of the more quietly scenic beaches on this stretch of coast - views of St. Martin are clear and close, and the southwest orientation means the beach catches warm late-afternoon light and a genuine sunset each evening over the water. It is the kind of view that people who stay in the nearby villas and the Bayview Resort are paying for.

The beach itself is a mix of soft sand and rocky sections, with a gentle slope into the sea. It is calmer than the more exposed northern and eastern beaches and comfortable for a casual swim on most days. The area is entirely residential in character - a quiet cul-de-sac community of villas and small properties including Pelican Bay Villa, a well-regarded five-bedroom rental, and the Bayview Resort, a small beachfront property directly on the water with views of St. Maarten.

For non-villa visitors, Pelican Bay is best treated as a scenic stop or a pre-/post-ferry beach rather than a full day destination. Food options in the immediate area are limited but the Blowing Point village has a handful of local restaurants within a short walk or drive, and the Rendezvous Bay and Maundays Bay dining scenes are a 10-minute drive away.