Deb & Dave
We have stayed at Windwardside Cottage for a week every year for three years now. We just got back home and are already planning our next week there. Each year, the cottage has provided a comfortable and convenient home base from which to explore the wonderful island of St. John. We travel with another couple and there is plenty of privacy for everyone as well as delightful common space for meals and relaxing in the hot tub or on the porch. The views of Coral Bay are great! If you've never been, you can't imagine how delightful it is to wake up and see such beautiful ocean, sky and flowers right from your bed! We prefer to cook at home and enjoy quiet meals -- the kitchen has everything we need. The whole facility is every bit as lovely and well-appointed as it looks in the online photos. Everything is clean and good working condition when we arrive. If anything breaks or needs attention, the staff is quick to respond.
The drive up the mountainside from the main road is a bit daunting the first time -- you really do need a 4-wheel drive vehicle -- but you'll quickly acclimate to the roads. It's well-worth the drive! What we learned on this trip is that some rental companies send new guests to their residence with only directions. In contrast, a staff member from Calabash Cottages will meet first-time guests at the ferry, take them to the car rental pick up, then by the grocery if desired and finally lead them directly to the cottage and show them around. What a lovely welcome.
We couldn't recommend a place more highly!!
Administrator Answer
Hi Deborah, Thanks for staying with us again at Windwardside. When we built the Windwardside (Main House and Guest Cottage) we expected them to be used the way you do- by a group that travels together but also wants privacy. To our surprise most weeks the houses are rented by two separate parties. So it’s nice to hear your perspective on the Windwardside shared by the same group- enjoying the shared spaces to get together for a meal but having enough privacy to regroup. Thanks for telling guests about your stay. We look forward to hosting you again next year. Susan
Hi Deborah, Thanks for staying with us again at Windwardside. When we built the Windwardside (Main House and Guest Cottage) we expected them to be used the way you do- by a group that travels together but also wants privacy. To our surprise most weeks the houses are rented by two separate parties. So it’s nice to hear your perspective on the Windwardside shared by the same group- enjoying the shared spaces to get together for a meal but having enough privacy to regroup. Thanks for telling guests about your stay. We look forward to hosting you again next year. Susan