Blue Waters was probably the most romantic, secluded, yet accessible vacation spot we've ever visited. You find yourself looking from your living area out to the clean, beautiful beach surrounded by palm trees. Although owner, Carolyn, was not there during our stay, we were well taken care of by her staff. The apartment was perfectly maintained, bright and cheery. Restaurants on the island can be pricey but we found lots of inexpensive spots that had outstanding food. Having a kitchen with all the necessary appliances was also a great way to save a few dollars on food and drink.
St. Marten used to be a favorite spot for us before it became such a busy island. Anquilla was a much better choice for a relaxed getaway with Blue Waters being the perfect, affordable place to stay.
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My family and I just returned from an eight-night stay at the Malliouhana, and I am going to return in April 2009. What a great place.
Everyone, from the beach staff to the wonderful ladies in the children's area, were top notch. We have a three-year-old who could not get enough of the pirate ship and the slide (along with us adults).
If you have children, you must stay here. There is so much to do with no extra cost to you. The food was expensive, but where in the Caribbean is it not?
I have been to many islands, as we explore different vacation spots, and I have yet to return to the same place. The Malliouhana and the island of Anguilla will be the first.
By the way, take a private boat to the island, not the ferry. It is so much easier if you are traveling with children. We used a company called Fun Time, and highly recommend them.
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We have stayed at Fletch's Cove six times in the last five years. Before finding this wonderful one-bedroom villa, we stayed at Cap Juluca three times. Although we love CJ and Maundays Bay, we much prefer the amount of space and privacy a villa provides.
It is a rare to find a one-bedroom villa. The master suite is on the second floor with its own deck. We enjoy gazing at the stars at night from up here.
The pool area is large with expansive views of St. Martin. There is even a pool house with a second shower and bathroom.
In addition, the grounds are lovely with lots of lush landscaping. The kitchen is fully stocked, as we enjoyed preparing many meals here.
We also love the central location of this villa. It is easy to get to the west end, and quick to get to the valley and Shoal Bay.
Also, the staff is wonderful! We are already booked for 2009.
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This is our new favorite villa.Visited: September 2008
Posted by lmanion
My family and I recently stayed at Alegria Villa in Anguilla after our other accommodations fell through. It is a brand new villa, so we were not familiar with it. We will never stay anywhere else now.
The villa is spacious, beautiful, comfortable, immaculate, and feels like home. It has been beautifully decorated, and there are so many artistic touches to it. That is just the inside. Outside is gorgeous, too. My entire family loved the huge pool and all of the exterior living spaces. Then it was just a pathway down to a great little beach!
It was a perfect holiday, and we were taken care of perfectly by the attentive managers and staff. We will definitly be back.
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The have the friendliest staff, and it's a great value.Visited: August 2008
Posted by wesleyclay
I arrived with my friend, and we loved the place from the start. This was such a quiet, peaceful and friendly hotel. I was suprised by the high standards, bearing in mind the price we had paid.
The staff was the highlight - they were fun, friendly and professional.
It was just a short walk from the beach. It is the perfect place to base yourself on the island. I suggest you rent a car to get to all the great beaches and restaurants.
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Paradise was found at Meads Bay Villas.Visited: July 2008
Posted by michaeltancredi
We just returned from a nine-day trip to Meads Bay Villas on Anguilla. My family and I have rented many different villas on many different islands, and are happy to report that Meads Bay Villas are our absolute favorite!
Delta Hughes, the property manager, was the nicest and most attentive you could ever hope for. Traveling with a four-year-old and two teenagers is no easy situation, but with Delta's help, we all had a great time!
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This was the most incredible place I've ever stayed in - by far.Visited: April 2008
Posted by eknipjp
I've stayed in the finest hotels all over the Caribbean (i.e. Sandy Lane in Barbados, Amanyara in Turks and Caicos, and Cap Jaluca in Anguilla, among others.
I've never seen such luxury, or had such incredible service as I experienced here. I was invited, so it didn't cost me anything. We were here with one other couple we didn't know, but we only saw them occasionally at the pool or down by our beach. The other two Temenos Villas were empty.
Also, the beach - which was perhaps a mile long - was totally ours. There were no other people, hotels, or access by the public. So, we basically had a staff of 45 people to cater immediately to our every whim. Butlers, chefs, or a massage - we could just snap our fingers and it was done.
The food quality was great. Whatever we wanted to eat, and whenever we wanted to eat, snack, or have hors d'oeuvres, wine or champagne - it magically appeared.
Incidentally, if you go with several couples, each bedroom is its own master bedroom suite, so you won't need to fight for who gets the "good" bedroom.
One more thing - since we were invited guests, we were wined and dined constantly. I don't know if that part of the experience would be included if you were to come as a paying guest.
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Bliss Villa was perfection, magnificent, and incredible. My stay here was peaceful, enjoyable, and comfortable. It was also exceptionally clean, with beautiful views, and rejuvenating.
I'm sorry, but I feel compelled to say its ranking on this web site is way too low. This home was spectacular.
I cannot tell you how much we felt at ease and how blissful our ten days here on Anguilla have been. Everything was more than I expected, more than advertised, and better than any pictures.
As I compose this review I have a 120 degree view of the ocean, St. Maartin and St. Barts. It is magical. Words cannot explain the ambiance of Bliss Villa, the views, and the sounds of crashing waves.
Anguilla is the new favorite island of our family with thoughts of purchasing a home if we win the lottery! We wish we had found Anguilla ten years ago.
This is my third review of villas that we have rented from WhereToStay.com, and all have been very positive. Either you are doing something right, or I am very lucky as our experience with other agents was not as rewarding.
If you are looking for an exceptional value for a high end two bedroom villa, my experience is that Bliss Villa is the best most wonderful two-bedroom villa available anywhere.
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We are looking forward to returning to Carimar for our fifth year in a row!
Carimar is a wonderfully casual, relaxed resort right on one of the world's best beaches. This is a fantastic addiction that will be very hard to break.
The thought of returning to Anguilla and Carimar sustains us through our harsh New Hampshire winters. We particularly enjoy our leisurely lunches on our very private terrace.
The Carimar staff is the best, and they make our stays so enjoyable!
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Anguilla is an island everyone must experience. If you're going to experience it, you must do so at Sweet Return.
My family had stayed in Anguilla at a resort and had a great time, but nothing compares to having your own villa with an astounding view to wake up to every morning.
Resorts are too expensive, and other villas are overpriced. When we chose Sweet Return, it was because of the affordability and the appeal. We had no idea how much it would go above and beyond our expectations.
The kids - ages three and five - had an incredible time. The villa came equipped with beach bags, ready and waiting at the door with towels, sunscreen and beach toys! The closest beach was Rendezvouz... the most beautiful beach in the world - literally.
The great thing about the location of the villa was that we could get anywhere on the island in a short amount of time. Also, everything was so well organized, it felt like we were at a resort, but had the privacy of our own place.
In addition, everything was so clean and new and beautiful, the whole family is still wishing we were there.
The benefit of staying at a villa as opposed to a resort was the ability to take in the local culture and food! We frequented the Barrel Stay Restaurant, and often enjoyed our leftovers while watching the gorgeous sunset on the pool deck.
The time we spent there will never leave our memories. We will most definitely return to Sweet Return Villa.
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Sirena Hotel is a great, friendly place with recent upgrades.
Posted by saplam
This is a real find. It is small, very quiet, and has the friendliest staff I have ever met. It is just off the beach, with two pools, and a nice restaurant - although we went out to the great restaurants on the island.
The new owners are really adding to the place with a very nice makeover of the restaurant. The rooms are all refurbedished, and the grounds are really pretty. I thoroughly recommend this place. It is a great value - no doubt.
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Tranquility is renamed Nirvana!Visited: August 2007
Posted by labcbg1108
I can't put into words how beautiful Nirvana is. When you walk in, the home is so spacious and is the ultimate in luxury. The view overlooking Sandy Ground makes it great to enjoy an evening by the pool or watch the boat races during Carnival.
No detail has been left undone in this villa. The owners are great, and really make you feel at home when visiting this home away from home. In addition, the villa is clean and well maintained to the highest level.
Nirvana is the best place to experince a luxury vacation. I didn't want to leave!
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This villa was more beautiful in person than its webpage pictures! It was in a most beautiful area of Sea Feathers, which we were not familar with before our stay here.
This home was more traditional Caribbean in architecture. When you walk in the front door and the doors are open to the pool and ocean beyond, it is the most wonderful sight! The water and waves crashing were wonderful. I miss that sound already!
The infinity edge pool made us feel as we could swim right into the sea! There were many, many outdoor sitting areas - some in the shade, some in the sun.
The bedroom double doors opened up on either side of the pool area, and so the feeling of space was incredible! The views from Manana were glorious.
We had wonderfully clear days, so aside from seeing St. Martin, we could see St. Barts, Saba, and either St. Kitts or Nevis. The views of the stars at night were super, too!
An extra bonus was that Manana just installed a phone system that you can use their phones to call anywhere in the US for free!
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Cuisinart was slow, peaceful and tranquil.Visited: May 2007
Posted by travelstar
We just got back from Anguilla after spending six nights at Cuisinart. We enjoyed absolutely beautiful grounds, a wonderful room, and we loved the spa and food.
However, it was pricy. Just plan to spend money on food and drinks - and don't forget the spa. Our minimum dinner tab came to $200 for two people, and this did not include drinks.
We found that this was a great resort for honeymooners and couples. There were not very many singles or kids.
We discovered Dune Preserve that was next door to Cuisinart. The owner is Bankie Banx, a Reggae singer. It was perfect for good, inexpensive island food, drinks and friends.
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We stayed at Rendezvous Bay in early May in a beachfront villa.
The hotel sat on the most gorgeous white sandy beach, and had the feeling of the way the Caribbean used to be.
The accommodations, though somewhat dated, were clean, spacious, and offered plenty of closet and dresser space. The bathroom was large, and had a separate sink area.
What set this place apart was the friendly service of all the staff. The employees here went above and beyond to make our stay perfect.
Also, the on site restaurant, Cedar Grove, was Caribbean gourmet at its finest, and highly recommended to anyone going to Anguilla. There was entertainment there the night we dined - which made it very nice. There were many wonderful restaurants on Anguilla, but this was certainly one of the best!
Unfortunately, the hotel will be razed in August to make way for a new hotel. If you can go this summer, you won't be dissappointed. It was a wonderful and relaxing vacation! We wish we had found this place sooner!
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We stayed at Villa Manana for nine days in late March - early April during spring break, and we loved it!
This was our third villa rental (previous rentals were Banana Wind and Villa Luna) - and we have also stayed at Cap Juluca, for reference. I am very picky about where I stay, as I travel a lot for business, and generally stay in five-star hotels. I can tell all that Villa Manana lived up to my very high expectations!
Not only was the villa location (with the views and right on the sea) beautiful, quiet and convenient to our favorite beach (SBE), but the owners have decorated it so beautifully. It really felt like a home, rather than the sterile feel you can get with some rental villas.
Moreover, they paid special attention to the fine details - fabulous matresses; yummy sheets; big, thick, super soft terry towels; a wonderful dressing room with a master closet; thick, thick pads on the the loungers by the pool; and lots of seating outside (because, believe me, you will live out there!
I highly recommend opening up the entire back of the villa to the outside). Also, every imaginable convenience in the kitchen (although and ice maker would be a welcome addition, simply for filling coolers for the beach!).
Other owners should take note and try to replicate this - your guests will love it.
By the way, the villa is, I believe, listed as a two-bedroom on the another web site, but it has three full bedrooms, plus a daybed/trundle off to the side in the living area. So, there was plenty of space for my family (my hubby, me and our two kids).
We are definitely headed back. Although, after this post, I wonder if I'll be able to get it ever again! We loved it.
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Well, sadly we're back from a beautiful (almost) ten sunny days in Anguilla having stayed probably for the last time at Rendezvous Bay Hotel. This was our seventh year in Anguilla, and our fourth at RBH.
We love RBH. We like the casual beach atmosphere and access to one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. We also appreciate the wonderful personal service from Bart, who greets us with "welcome home" when we arrive. He is also very attentive to our needs.
In addition, we enjoy the wonderful food at Cedar Grove. And, of course, the family golden retrievers who provide "surrogate" dog love while we're away from ours is nice.
We thought we'd found our forever vacation hotel destination when we found RBH, and would have stayed there for years because it offers just the right mix for us at the right price.
The plans for the new property are ambitious and beyond our means. Like many others on this forum, and devotees of RBH, we're searching for similar, alternate places to stay for next year. Any suggestions are welcome.
Knowing this was the last time we would be staying at RBH, we uncharacteristically stayed on the beach at Rendezvous Bay for the entire ten days lounging in the glorious sunshine (often under the umbrella). We swam in the beautiful turquoise waters and did a lot of beach reading. When we left, my husband and I both said a reluctant farewell with misty eyes and even Rex (the Golden) came by early in the morning to say goodbye.
Basically most of our off beach activities this year consisted of eating, so here are our reviews:
Cedar Grove - typically we eat at the restuarant on the property the night of our arrival and departure. This year was no different. In years past we've always had very good meals, but this year Cedar Grove provided the best meals of our trip.
Our first night I had the reknowned fillet of snapper steamed in rice paper, and it was fabulous. We shared the special of fried calamari which was the best we had on the island. I don't recall my husband's meal, but he too said it was great.
On our second visit, I had the snapper in rice paper again because it was so good the first time and I wasn't disappointed. My husband had the Caribbean Bouillabase special of shrimp and scallop thermadore. It was filled with loads of shrimp and scallops in a delicate thermadore sauce with a side of the most tasty rice (brown with currants or some fruit and exotic seasonings).
I believe Cedar Grove is very overlooked by many visitors, and I can't understand why. The food is consistently very good or better, and the setting is beautiful. The executive chef "Smoke" consistently creates exciting, palate pleasing meals. In case you're wondering, I'm not being paid by Cedar Grove for this review!
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Still there and fabulous! 
We are addicted! 
