We were in unit 6, Ginger. Were there for seven nights starting July 15th. Paid a premium to be on the beach with direct access to the beach. Seaweed was a real problem causing it impossible to use the beach at all. Front end loaders moving seaweed from one end to the other from early morning to sunset. Beeping as they backed up starting some mornings before 7AM. The smell was terrible some days, all that rotting seaweed was piled up next to our unit. The private pool was awesome and we did enjoy the visiting iguanas. Disappointed that ReMax, who booked and managed our stay, gave us no warning about the seaweed. Would have been nice if they offered us a rebate or paid for a dinner for the 6 of us in the unit. The unit was clean, but a lot of dead/dying roaches. Our refrigerator did freeze up, but they quickly fixed it after we called.
We did have a rental car and were able to visit beaches on the island where the seaweed was not as bad. But be prepared. Lots of winding narrow roads and the locals tend to drive either aggressive or really slow. No incidents, but had a few scares. And a word of advice. If you do get a rental make sure you mark every dent, scrape, scratch, etc. since the rental places make extra money on you for repairs when you return the car. We took pictures as well for evidence.
We also pre-ordered groceries. But expect the prices to be a lot higher than going into town and shopping on your own. It was convenient though. Local Carib beer $28 a case preorder, $19 in town.
There were several restaurants close by, Big Fish, Canoa, and a local place called Mr Busby. We tried them all and they were good plus it saved having to drive on the roads at night. Service is on island time, so be patient.
One highlight was PYC in Oyster Pond Marina right next to CBC. We chartered a boat and had a great time sailing to a couple of spots to snorkel and swim. In all, the family, 6 adults, had a good time, we always do, but St Maarten won't be on the list for future vacations. And if we do, we may look for places on the French side of the island where the seaweed seemed less or better manged.
Stay for July 3 to 7th.Very disappointed with this. Villa..First day we got in the private pool was green and dirty.. Called and staff said it was because of rain.. Should be prepared for conditions. I own pool and know if you don't was or change filter water becomes green.plus pool next door was clean.took three full days for it to clear.Then main TV broke . Remote did not work.maint man said we broke it.? Just got there? Next we noticed couch leg was coming off
The removed couch gave us chair. Then the sea weed problem...Could not do nothing about that enjoyed the beach..I have visited all islands in past.sorry to say this was worst villa ever ..I give it a 1star..Good housekeeping
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Awesome, we stayed directly on the beach with private pool. The Villas are spectacular. This is a small community of Villas.. The grounds and maintenance are beautiful and landscaped and spartenly clean. Dawn Beach is beautiful and quiet. There are 4 restaurants in walking distance, we loved them. Many times we ordered to-go and brought our meals back to the villa ! The staff, pool man, housekeeping, hostess as well 5-star. This community and these villas are a find. We found them in vrbo, and they are google as well. There will be only one destination for us, this is our 2nd visit. !
Originally built with very high end finishes and design our villa at the Coral Beach club is quite nice.
It naturally shows some wear with age and the sea salt environment but assuming you aren't the type of person that needs a sanitized perfect environment for your stay it has good atmosphere.
The view to the beach is gorgeous and there's a nearby beach (Mr Busby's) bar serving food that had incredible seated views.
Look for off season deals and discounts
Naomi Alexander
::GREAT Hotel and Excellent customer service!
Ken Higgins
::We were in unit 6, Ginger. Were there for seven nights starting July 15th. Paid a premium to be on the beach with direct access to the beach. Seaweed was a real problem causing it impossible to use the beach at all. Front end loaders moving seaweed from one end to the other from early morning to sunset. Beeping as they backed up starting some mornings before 7AM. The smell was terrible some days, all that rotting seaweed was piled up next to our unit. The private pool was awesome and we did enjoy the visiting iguanas. Disappointed that ReMax, who booked and managed our stay, gave us no warning about the seaweed. Would have been nice if they offered us a rebate or paid for a dinner for the 6 of us in the unit. The unit was clean, but a lot of dead/dying roaches. Our refrigerator did freeze up, but they quickly fixed it after we called. We did have a rental car and were able to visit beaches on the island where the seaweed was not as bad. But be prepared. Lots of winding narrow roads and the locals tend to drive either aggressive or really slow. No incidents, but had a few scares. And a word of advice. If you do get a rental make sure you mark every dent, scrape, scratch, etc. since the rental places make extra money on you for repairs when you return the car. We took pictures as well for evidence. We also pre-ordered groceries. But expect the prices to be a lot higher than going into town and shopping on your own. It was convenient though. Local Carib beer $28 a case preorder, $19 in town. There were several restaurants close by, Big Fish, Canoa, and a local place called Mr Busby. We tried them all and they were good plus it saved having to drive on the roads at night. Service is on island time, so be patient. One highlight was PYC in Oyster Pond Marina right next to CBC. We chartered a boat and had a great time sailing to a couple of spots to snorkel and swim. In all, the family, 6 adults, had a good time, we always do, but St Maarten won't be on the list for future vacations. And if we do, we may look for places on the French side of the island where the seaweed seemed less or better manged.
robert hollenbeck
::Stay for July 3 to 7th.Very disappointed with this. Villa..First day we got in the private pool was green and dirty.. Called and staff said it was because of rain.. Should be prepared for conditions. I own pool and know if you don't was or change filter water becomes green.plus pool next door was clean.took three full days for it to clear.Then main TV broke . Remote did not work.maint man said we broke it.? Just got there? Next we noticed couch leg was coming off The removed couch gave us chair. Then the sea weed problem...Could not do nothing about that enjoyed the beach..I have visited all islands in past.sorry to say this was worst villa ever ..I give it a 1star..Good housekeeping ...🎈😞😞😞😞😞😬😬😬😬 ...
Lisa S
::Awesome, we stayed directly on the beach with private pool. The Villas are spectacular. This is a small community of Villas.. The grounds and maintenance are beautiful and landscaped and spartenly clean. Dawn Beach is beautiful and quiet. There are 4 restaurants in walking distance, we loved them. Many times we ordered to-go and brought our meals back to the villa ! The staff, pool man, housekeeping, hostess as well 5-star. This community and these villas are a find. We found them in vrbo, and they are google as well. There will be only one destination for us, this is our 2nd visit. !
Tony Rife
::Originally built with very high end finishes and design our villa at the Coral Beach club is quite nice. It naturally shows some wear with age and the sea salt environment but assuming you aren't the type of person that needs a sanitized perfect environment for your stay it has good atmosphere. The view to the beach is gorgeous and there's a nearby beach (Mr Busby's) bar serving food that had incredible seated views. Look for off season deals and discounts