We just came back from an absolutely AMAZING week at Ottley's Plantation Inn. I have never spent a more wonderful and relaxing week in my life! We loved the grounds, the family, the staff and the food so much that we hardly left the proprerty. We will definately be back!

We had an excellent week at Ottleys from 6th October, thanks to a recommendation from our agent Sarah from BestAtTravel.co.uk. Ottleys is a very picturesque old plantation house converted into an Inn with additional deluxe cottages built in the spacious grounds. It looks stunning as you approach from the long driveway. We were the first visitors after the re-opening of Ottleys after their English summmer closure.

We stayed in one of the cottages which had it's own plunge pool and had lovely furnishings and everything we needed, plus a splendid view down the hill to the sea in the distance. There are no tv's in the rooms but this was not a problem for us. We also looked over a room in the great house and this was also superb.

Despite not being on the beach, there is a daily shuttle to a beach 15 minutes away with a superb packed lunch, chairs and umbrella. However, there is a lovely pool if you just want to mooch around for the day. There is also a rain forest walk, not too difficult and we saw the monkeys having a great time. The spa wasn't open while we were there so can't report on that.

The food and service is excellent and the staff are very friendly and efficient. The owners Art and Ruth are very warm and friendly and daughter Nancy and son-in-law Marty were extremely helpful during our stay. If you want a good account of the history of St Kitts, ask Marcus behind the bar, but all the staff were delightful and Patrice must be the best front desk receptionist in St Kitts.

Since this was very early season, I am not sure whether our minor gripe applies later on, but there was no evening entertainment and the piped music was generally classical. We would have liked a bit of caribbean music , if only the steel band type and piped, to enjoy with our breakfast and evening meal.

This year I learned how very important it is to schedule a vacation: I
>have lost two colleagues in the medical profession this year...within
>months of one another. Both were at the prime of their careers, and far
>too young to leave this earth....
>
>However, I have learned through the loss of their friendship and
>professional rapport, that life is a journey, not a destination. Every
>day is to be savored and treasured, and there is no better place to do
>this than at OTTLEY'S PLANTATION INN!!!
>
>When you arrive at Ottley's, the Keusch family welcomes you like one of
>their own. Your every whim is indulged, your every expectation
>exceeded!!! I am someone who enjoys conversation and connecting
>with "friends I haven't met yet." One of the greatest pleasures of my
>stay at Ottley's was trading some witty repartee with Mr. Art Keusch at
>breakfast and again at dinner. There is a great shortage of Renaissance
>men in the 21st Century, but that is not so when Mr. Keusch is around!!!
>
>Although I enjoy a hectic, sightseeing vacation, there is nothing more
>relaxing than a oceanside retreat. St. Kitts is a beautiful island,
>rich in history...But, quite frankly, there is so much to do right at
>Ottley's Plantation, you never have to leave the premises to have the
>time of your life!!! If you want to feel pampered but not as though
>staff is hovering....OTTLEY'S is for YOU!!!!
>
>Dr. Mary E. Boname
>Montgomery Eye Care
>Skillman, NJ 08558

I recently stayed at Ottleys's Plantation Inn, St.Kitts and can only describe it as heavenly. The staff and owners are just wonderful. very welcoming, friendly and always on hand to help. The grounds of the hotel are amazing and you can spend hours wandering through the gardens and rain forest or having a relaxing treatment in the Mango Orchard Spa. Serene and peaceful its the perfect getaway.