We spent a glorious week in March at the Hummingbird House, a lovely private villa located on the hillside of Nevis Peak. Facing the Caribbean and St. Kitts, it offered everything we imagined and more. The house is wonderful and welcoming--comfortable and beautifully appointed--and the house manager and housekeeper who maintain it could not have been kinder, more attentive, or more helpful. The owner is equally hospitable, and though we never met in person, he responded to our queries promptly and facilitated our car rentals, taxis to and from the airport in St. Kitts, and countless other details. The view from the house is breathtaking. Indeed, we saw rainbows every day, and the lush gardens are filled with flowers, hummingbirds, monkeys, and tropical plants of all kinds. The house itself is exceptional and offers many places to relax. There are two screened-in porches, a terrace with a pool and chaise longues, an adjoining terrace with more seating and a large grill, and a very pretty living room. The air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own bathroom, are large and comfortable. The kitchen is roomy and well equipped for cooking and entertaining. We had a wonderful time, felt welcome and at home from the moment we arrived, and can't wait to return! Many thanks to Richard and Claire for sharing their slice of heaven with us!