bluwater11
9 de julho de 2024
We’ve just returned from 5 nights at Fountain Residences, completing our first trip to Anguilla. We cannot wait to return! We went into this with several beliefs about Anguilla: it is the culinary capital of the Caribbean, it boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, the people are known to be the most friendly and welcoming. We also knew that it was known to be the playground for the rich and famous, which, to us, meant ‘expensive’. So, we sought to confirm or refute all of the above. With decades of Caribbean travel under our belts, but no visits to Anguilla, we faced a challenge. We wanted to prove to ourselves that we could experience Anguilla in an authentic way whilst also not sending ourselves into bankruptcy. An airline deal shifted planning into full swing, and we began to research accommodations, with no idea about locations on the island. Like usual, I used online forums to crowd-source insight from experienced visitors. I knew I didn’t want a large resort experience where the expense of each night made me feel obliged to use the resort amenities and sit on the same beach each day. We fancy ourselves as travelers, not tourists, who desire opportunities to immerse ourselves in culture, people, cuisine, music, art, and of course, landscape. We like to maximize our dollars, seeking the best our money can buy but also at a rate which makes us feel good about whatever happens. After much research and comparing (isn’t the research and planning half the fun??) we confidently selected Fountain Residences, a choice which was celebrated by online communities of experienced travelers. We secured a penthouse studio, which everyone said was large enough to be considered a small suite, completed with living area and beverage/snack alcove. We were in the building closest to the ocean/beach, with sweeping views of both the ocean and the pool from our balcony. Prior to arrival, our communication was perfect. Questions were quickly answered, and pre-arrival guides were helpful. Due to a family emergency, we had to cancel and rebook, which was done with ease. The studio was lovely – on the third (top) floor of the building, which yielded vaulted ceilings which made it feel even more spacious. Furnishings were British West Indian (British Colonial Plantation) style, which I’d come to adore following an article about this style in Architectural Digest. The elegance of the furnishings and customized built-ins made the room comfortable. The built-in wardrobe offered everything from sliding pants racks, lingerie drawers, abundant hangers, a safe. The beverage alcove offered a tea kettle (how British of them!), coffee pot, microwave, plates, mugs, wine glasses, utensils, coffee, tea, wine opener, paper towels, dish sponge and dish liquid. Also, you’ll have a small hotel-sized fridge (with freezer/ice tray). Bathroom: larger double vanity with more customized built ins with plenty of storage and electrical outlets. No clutter
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