The Spirit of Johnny Cash - Cinnamon Hill in Rose Hall, Jamaica

The inconspicuous home located at the end of a gravel road existed decades before the well-manicured fairways of Cinnamon Hill Golf Course.

As the story goes, Johnny Cash discovered paradise on this Caribbean island and built his estate in the mountains of Rose Hall, Jamaica. His home existed well before the 18 hole world renown golf course (Cinnamon Hill) that surrounds it.

Located in western Jamaica approximately 10 miles east of the popular resort town of Montego Bay, Cinnamon Hill was once a sugar plantation and home of the infamous Annie Palmer, the white witch of Rose Hall. Johnny Cash made a very famous song about Annie Palmer's legend (see related post on Nomad's Lens), most likely written while staying at his Jamaica home.

It's easy to imagine Johnny and June Cash with their family relaxing on the covered porch together at their Cinnamon Hill Caribbean Estate.

This private reprieve is the perfect place to escape the fast-paced life of a musical icon and simply enjoy the sound of the wind blowing through mango, ackee, and banana trees.

Cinnamon Hill served as Johnny Cash's refuge that is rarely seen by Jamaican visitors as it is tucked away on the back nine of this famous golf course in Rose Hall. Even the golfers are often unaware of this estate.

Born J.R. Cash in 1932, Cash became John R Cash when enlisting in the US Airforce. He transitioned to "Johnny" when he affiliated with Sun Studios and will forever be remembered for his baritone voice, moving lyrics, and magical guitar performances.

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Reflecting on the life and legend of Johnny Cash reminds me of his strong advocacy for Native American rights. Recorded in 1964, "Bitter Tears: Ballads of the American Indian," is a true reflection of this artist's love for all of humanity. Perhaps Bitter Tears was also written for the front porch of this Caribbean retreat, Cinnamon Hill.

"We're Still Here: The Bitter Tears of Johnny Cash

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