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Golden Lemon

Mailing: Box 17, Dieppe Bay, St. Kitts, St. Kitts and Nevis
Phone: 869/465-7260; 800/633-7411
www.goldenlemon.com

Price range: $$$-$$$$
Location: St. Kitts

Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.6/5

Fodor's Review:

Perched at the northwest tip of St. Kitts, this serene, scintillating retreat was one of the Caribbean's first true luxury hideaways. Arthur Leaman, a former decorating editor for House and Garden, rescued a decaying, 17th-century French plantation house in the early 1960s; his style and panache enliven the entire property. Greathouse rooms (opt for rooms 1 through 4 and room 10) feature wrought-iron canopy or four-poster beds and funky touches like leopard-print rugs. One- and two-bedroom soaring, duplex town houses (some with private plunge pools) are equally stylish, with walls painted in luscious colors from pumpkin to blueberry and an eclectic yet harmonious blend of artworks and antiques culled from Arthur and partner Martin Kreiner's travels. Repeat guests cherish the serenity and sterling service; the only caveats are the remote location and rare reports of villagers harassing Americans. European plan (no meals) rates are available, but the location means the all-inclusive packages are the better value. Please note that Arthur and Martin have sold the property numerous times the past few years, only for funding to fall through; they are expected to remain on property at least through the end of 2009. Pros: pomp without pretension; remote romantic location; impeccably tasteful decor. Cons: small beachfront; car necessary; uncertainty about ownership changes.

Hotel Details: 9 rooms, 17 villas
In-room: no a/c (some), no TV, Internet.
In-hotel: restaurant, bar, pool, beachfront, no kids under 18.
Rate includes: Full breakfast
Credit Cards: AE, MC, V
Closed: Closed Sept.-mid-Oct.

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Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by MinandBillskid from Philadelphia, PA on 4/12/09
Came for Sunday brunch -- stayed on for dinner and moved in the next day for the balance of our stay on beautiful St. Kitts. Our villa with its plunge pool was spacious. We enjoyed the scenery, good conversation with the owners and other guests and excellent, caring service. The food was a treat. "Who could ask for anything more?"