Jacomien would like nothing more than to gather the people she loves and watch them have the time of their lives — that's always been her greatest joy. There'll be laughter, good food, and long golden evenings. No speeches, no fuss, no spotlight. Just the people she loves, exactly as they are. Come ready for all of it.
Each day will be shaped closer to the time — tailored to Jacomien and the people around her.
No two days will be the same. Here's a sense of what awaits.
You may find yourself up with the sun, the island still quiet, a gentle yoga session on the rooftop giving way to breakfast on the beach as the first light catches the water — unhurried, peaceful, and entirely yours. Or an hour later, wind in your hair, racing a Hobie Cat around the island with a group who are all definitely not trying to win.
Lunch might be a long, unhurried spread on Turtle Beach with cold drinks and warm sand underfoot. Or an afternoon out on the water — snorkelling a coral reef, kayaking a hidden cove, or learning to kitesurf with a patient instructor. Some afternoons will pull you toward the spa, a hammock, or a guided walk to meet the island's lemurs, flamingos, and giant tortoises. Others will be gone before you've thought to check the time.
Dinner may be a relaxed, family-style affair with soft live music, rum cocktails, and a sunset that does all the work. Or it may have you dressed to the nines for a James Bond evening — martini glasses lining the bar, roulette wheels spinning, the Great House lit up and transformed. Some nights will quietly simmer into the small hours, and others will absolutely surprise and delight you — the kind of evenings you'll still be talking about on the flight home.
Fly into Terrance B. Lettsome International (EIS) on Tortola, BVI. Most guests connect through San Juan (SJU) or St. Maarten (SXM). A private ferry transfer from Beef Island jetty to Necker will be coordinated around your arrival — details sent on confirmation.
Arrive Sunday April 25, 2027. Welcome drinks on the Great House terrace from 5pm. Depart Friday May 2, 2027 — farewell breakfast before transfers. The week is fully covered — and if you'd like to indulge in any extras like spa treatments, we'll send all the details closer to the time.
Light, casual resort wear for days. At least one smart outfit for evenings — watch your email for themed night details. A hat is essential, and please bring reef-safe sun products — the island and its waters will thank you. Leave the formal wear at home.
More details — including a full packing list and transfer logistics — will be sent to your RSVP email as we get closer. Make sure jacomiens70th@gmail.com is in your contacts.
We're collecting your stories and photos to weave into a slideshow for the birthday dinner. Tell us your favourite "That's so J" moment — a story, a scene, a line that's so perfectly her. Together they'll create the perfect gift for Jacomien.
Jacomien has everything she needs. What fills her heart is seeing the people she loves happy and having the time of their lives. Your presence — and your stories — are the only gift she's asked for.
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September 1st, 2026Clicking the button above will open your email app with everything pre-filled and ready to send to jacomiens70th@gmail.com — just hit send. This also adds them to your sent mail so it's easy to find later.
The closest airport is Terrance B. Lettsome International (EIS) on Tortola. Most guests connect through San Juan (SJU) or St. Maarten (SXM). Full flight guidance coming soon.
A private ferry runs from Tortola's Beef Island jetty to Necker. Transfers will be coordinated around guest arrival times — details in your confirmation email.
Welcome drinks on the Great House terrace from 5pm on April 25. The week is fully covered — and if you'd like to indulge in any extras like spa treatments, we'll send all the details closer to the time.