We just returned from a week long stay at Curtain Bluff, and I can say (without reservation) that it was the most wonderful experience! As is true with so many Trip Advisor members, we have traveled extensively. However, Curtain Bluff is like no other hotel.
From the moment my husband, two daughters (15 1/2 and 13), and I arrived, we were made to feel very welcome. Rob (general manager) took us on a tour of the grounds within 30 minutes of our arrival. He then had another employee give us a tour of the wine cellar (wow), and the kitchen. (How's that for confidence in your kitchen?) We also met the chef during our kitchen tour.
We stayed in a one bedroom Executive Suite--fabulous. I can't believe how much room we had. And I love that there are no televisions in the rooms.
The food is unbelieveable. Dinners, in particular, are outstanding. Desserts are fantastic, too. And one evening, our waiter brought a plate of shortbread after dessert was served. I asked for it the next night, and the next...and each evening, our waiter brought me the shortbread--even though it wasn't on the menu. Any request which we had was met, with a smile.
The facilities are so welcoming and comfortable. However, it is the staff and the owners which really make the hotel. I have never been to a hotel with staff like that at Curtain Bluff. They are warm and gracious, and we were on a first name basis with a few of our favorites by the end of the week.
The owners, Chelle and Howard, are very visible at the hotel. They eat with the guests, and mingle with everyone (especially Chelle--she couldn't be more charming). The weekly cocktail party at their home is hard to believe (imagine--hotel owners inviting guests to their home). When we left on Saturday, Chelle, Howard, and a few of our favorite staff came to say goodbye. As we pulled out, Chelle stood by and waved us off.
Curtain Bluff is very special--like nothing we have ever experienced before. It's truly a top notch, elegant hotel. But the feel is more like visiting your favorite aunt and uncle's house for a summer holiday. Go--you'll love it.




