I could not let another day go by without finally sitting down to write a review about this remarkable place and the even more amazing hosts, Sue and Michael, whom I think should get the Award for Best Hosts in the Caribbean. I am a traveler of many Caribbean islands. I have lived on several islands, including Carriacou, St. Thomas and the Dominican Republic. So, I know what I am talking about. First off, I had booked the cottage at Caribbean Breeze back in August 2006 for me and my then boyfriend. We were planning to sail to Grenada and stay at the cottage while we hauled out the sailboat. I exchanged emails with Sue several times as we worked out the details of when we wold arrive, how to get to the cottage, renting a car and so forth. Then, right before our scheduled sailing to Grenada, my partner was badly injured and the trip was cancelled. I sadly informed Sue that we would not be coming any more. Sue was not only completely understanding and sympathetic, but she emailed me a few times to ask about my partner's health all in a very friendly and caring manner. I never forgot how understanding she was at the sudden cancellation of a two week stay in her cottage. Fast forward three years later to 2009. My new and wonderful boyfriend and I decide to plan a birthday trip to Grenada. And I know EXACTLY where I want to go. I email Sue and she not only remembers me but is thrilled I am finally coming to visit. We arrive for a week's stay and Sue and Michael and the cottage made up perhaps the loveliest time I have spent in the Caribbean -- and that is saying a lot! The couple welcomed me and my boyfriend with great rum punches, and regaled us with stories and laughter immediately. After long days at the beach, we went up to the big house to hang out with Sue and Michael several times during our stay and on my actual birthday, they and some guests all sang happy birthday to me as I blew out candles on my cake and we ate and drank and had a lovely time. Sue and Michael even gave me a beautiful birthday card. It felt so much like family and not at all like a vacation. We ended up extending our stay for two extra days. We found it so hard to leave. The cottage itself was cozy and surrounded by gorgeous flowers, bushes and trees. The air was perfumed. The dogs, which at first sight scared me, were so cute and lovable. And frankly, I liked knowing they were right there. Sue and Michael told me if they made me nervous they would keep them upstairs but we ended up falling in love with them The walk to and from Grand Anse beach was excellent exercise and there was a charming shop along the way that we stopped off at for a beer and cola. It also sold roti and other island dishes at very low prices, so it is a great place for an island lunch with an amazing view of the sea. We rented Sue's and Michael's jeep for two days and drove all around Grenada exploring the entire island. All in all, I highly recommend Caribbean Breeze to anyone looking to go beyond the usual tourist resort stay and who want to feel like part of something grander than just a vacation. Caribbean Breeze is real life, real people, new friendships, crazy fun as well as a place in which you could meditate and relax amidst nature. I did yoga on the porch of the cottage every morning and inhaling those sweet flowering bushes was intoxicating!
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