Inolvidable !!!!

Guest: Nico (Buenos Aires - Argentina)
Date of Stay: 05/09/11 Review Submitted: 05/19/11

Hemos regresado de una semana paradisiaca en esta hermosa isla. La casa, tanto como su localizacion y comodidades fueron de muy buen nivel Levantarse a la mañana y desayunar en el ampli balcon con vista a la bahia y a la Isla Pinel, es impagable La atencion de sus dueños es impecable Lo recomiendo con total seguridad !! Gracias

Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.

piece of heaven

Guest: iglana (langhorne)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 05/18/11

My wife and me had most wonderful time at this property. If nothing else, the view from the desk makes you come back and stay there again. It was so easy to explore Pelican island while we could walk to a ferry, Oriental was only five minutes drive from the house, Grande Casa has the best French and local restaurants on the island! People around were very friendly, we had no problems not speaking a word in French. It so much better to stay in a quite Cul de Sac than close to Philipsburg, where all the tourists ends up coming from the ships. Dont forget Paradis and Z-line out there. That was one of the best Caribbean spots we had visited. Thank you Maryline!

Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children.

What a Deal!!! March 10-17, 2011

Guest: David and Jen (North Olmsted, Ohio/ USA)
Date of Stay: 03/10/11 Review Submitted: 05/16/11

What a great place!!! We booked this place because it was a great price and it was one of the only places available, because we booked it a week in advance. We had a little problem finding the place at first, but we were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. It is located in a quiet gated community. The suite had everything we needed. We enjoyed feeding the birds every morning and having breakfast out on the patio. We rented a car and visited several beaches while we where there. Our favorite beach was Happy Bay. We took the ferry to Pinel for a day and had a great time. Orient Beach was a 5 minute drive. Grand Case was about 7-8 minutes away and we enjoyed dinner at the Lola's, Spicy, and Sunset Grill. The pizza place at the bottom of the hill is also excellent. We didn't get to meet the owners, because they were in France at the time. Hopefully, we will get to meet them the next time. Only complaint is the shower needed a new shower head.

Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children.

A Piece of Paradise!!

Guest: Loela & Johan (The Woodlands, TX, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/19/10 Review Submitted: 01/31/11

A Piece of Paradise!! Our family Christmas should be in the summer (growing up in the southern hemisphere) and we booked both studios for 2 WEEKS over Christmas 2010!! Best decision ever, our 2 grown boys in one with us in the other. The breathtaking view, the quiet atmosphere and the tropical garden are even more beautiful than in the pictures! We were welcomed by butterflies, hummingbirds and birds everyday while sitting outside on the deck or laying in the hammock. The studios are beautiful and very spacious. They are equipped with all the essentials for a relaxing vacation. Le Grand Marche is definitely a great grocery on the Dutch side to stock up the kitchen or you can go to the US Market 5 minutes away. (a bit more expensive) Fresh baquettes can be found around the corner at a small French bakery. We rented a car and visited a different beach each day – our favorite are: Little Pinèl, Orient Bay and Anse Marcel. The lolos at Grand Case is a must!! A delicious experience: baby back rib for $4! The highlight of the trip was being able to enjoy a cocktail with Alain and Maryline at their gorgeous studio next door just after they arrived back from France. Thank you for a very special treat after your long journey...a treasured memory. We already consider you our friends and we hope to be back in future!! In 2 weeks we were able to really discover St. Martin and we can honestly say, that French Cul de Sac is a hidden treasure if you like a quiet and natural hide-away, with superb value for money. We highly recommend this special 'Piece of Paradise' !! Eight thumbs up from the four of us!!

Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Wonderful spot for vacation

Guest: David & Suan (Richmond, Va)
Date of Stay: 01/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/25/11

We had a wonderful time in this beautiful studio in a great location. Maryline and Alain were very gracious and even drove us to Marigot one night for our dinner so we wouldn't have to take a taxi. The view is specacular with a beatifully flowered garden. It was wonderful to wake up hearing the sound of water and the beautiful Caribbean sky. We would recommend to relatives and friends and it is only 5 minutes to Orient Bay. Don't worry, you don't have to go to the clothing optional part of the beach and other beaches are nearby. Additionally, it's very difficult to get lost on an island with a circumfrance of 40 miles, but if you do the scenery is fantastic. Great stay and would love to come again. Thank you.

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Great Place and Wonderful Hosts

Guest: Dan & CVindy (Utica, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/04/10 Review Submitted: 05/17/10

My wife and I enjoyed this clean, quiet studio 2/4/10 - 2/13/10. Upon arrival, were plesantly surprised with the acccomodations. very nice size, wonderful covered deck, where we spent alot of quiet time. Well equipped, TV, small kitchen - all you will need - comfy bed, and nice bath. Grill available, and we did use it. Deck with hammock was my wifes favorite, she spent alot of time out there, rocking, enjoying the breeze, and the quiet. A little tricky to get to, but once there all is good. You will need to rent a car, but nothing is far away. Large market - 5 min, Orient Beach & Grand Case 10 min max. Make sure you go to Grand Case and have dinner at the lolos, Not to be missed . A couple of small issues during stay, but owners took care of them very quickly. Have done cruises, and all-inclusives, but this one beats almost all of them. Can't wait till our next visit

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 03/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/22/10

You could not find a more cordual and class couple as are Alain and Maryline!! The property and views are in a beatiful setting! It was a very peaceful week for us!! Rich and Valerie Kruk

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/13/10 Review Submitted: 01/13/10

My husband and I stayed at the lovely, immaculate studio the day after Christmas. Alain & Maryline welcomed us with us with 2 nice gifts -- a box of gourmet chocolates which we devoured & a bottle of local rum -- yum! The studio was much larger than a studio as Americans know them and had a large veranda which had a fabulous waterview looking out to the island of Pinel -- a must trip for anyone staying here. Pinel is a beautiful, unspoiled island reached by a 5 minute or so boat trip. Unless you're looking for big crowds (as in Orient Beach), Pinel is a true find and a natural paradise. The price of the studio is very fair compared to other places we've stayed on the island. It's also close to everything you'd want including a new American style supermarket with the best French provisions one could hope for, the Grand Case restaurants, the island of Pinel and the beautiful Anse Marcel beach. We highly recommend this property for location, cleanliness and the charm and helpfulness of the owners.

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Guest: Jack & Marty Wright (Springfield Missouri)
Date of Stay: 11/29/09 Review Submitted: 11/29/09

We stayed in the bungalow for 10 days in October and thoroughly enjoyed every minute. We almost booked a reservation at a timeshare before decided to check on VRBO and found Maryline and Alain's acomodations. And are we glad! Everything was as good or better than we expected. Clean, roomy, quiet, well furnished, and an amazing view from the porch. Both Alain and Maryline were so gracious and attentive to every need. We look forward to another visit soon.

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Guest: Dan & Celine Rihn (Pittsburgh, PA)
Date of Stay: 10/22/09 Review Submitted: 10/22/09

If you are looking for the PERFECT spot to escape in understated elegance you have found it. The views and accomodations are only out shone by the gracious ways of Maryline and Alain. The pictures are beatufil but the real thing is amazing. It really is like waking up in paradise. Each reccomendation this lovely couple gave took our experience to a new level. We hope to return to this delightful Bungalow in French Cul de Sac many, many times! Thank you Maryline & Alain.

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