Haute tropicale best describes this luxury retreat, and "second mortgage" might explain how some can afford the extravagant prices. But for those who can, it's worth the price. This property sits on a 5-acre palm-fringed island 3 mi offshore from Little Torch Key. The 28 oceanfront thatch-roof bungalow suites have slate-tile baths, mosquito-netting-draped king-size beds, and British-colonial-style furnishings. Other comforts include an indoor and outdoor shower, private veranda, separate living room, and comfy robes and slippers. Two Island Grand Suites are twice the size of the others and offer his-and-her bathrooms, an outdoor hot tub, and uncompromising ocean views. To preserve the quiet atmosphere, cell phones are forbidden in public areas. Pros: secluded setting; heavenly spa; easy wildlife viewing. Cons: astronomic prices; can be too quiet for some.
Reviewed by Poqgal from Virginia on 12/23/06
I agrees with Jenny...our room was nice but service was lacking. Our first night on the island we were ignored by our waitress...she did not even greet us for 15 minutes. Go a little further south to Caribbean...Nice spot but probably will not return.
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