I stayed at this hotel twice: in July 2006 and again over the Holidays. Each time it feels like arriving at a private beach house. On our December trip, the desk clerk recognized us immediately even though we had only stayed one night back in July. The decor is charming without being fussy. The lobby has two inviting living rooms perfect for afternoon tea or cocktails. There is a back garden for sunning and dining in the summer. The restaurant’s food is excellent and creative. Some rooms are a little on the small side (which is pretty standard for this part of the world), but make up for it with big windows, comfortable beds, luxurious linens and nice finishes in the bathrooms. The hotel is just steps from town and not far from the beach and bluffs. The whole place is very peaceful and you feel well looked after the whole time you are there.

I have only dined at their sister property, the Hotel des Isles in nearby Barneville, but it appears to have all the same benefits (they recognized us there too!), along with a beachfront location and pool, though it is larger and seems busier with families.