By Carol M. Bareuther, RD
Anyone who dreams of living exquisitely on an exotic Caribbean island can see such a reality come to life at The Greathouse at Catherine’s Hope. This magnificent property, perched atop a hill 600-foot-above-sea level on St. Croix’s northeast shore, offers sweeping vistas that span from sunrise to sunset. And, that’s just for starters.
The core of this now 8800-square-foot residence with 1500-square-foot guesthouse was originally built in the 1970s, and according to rumor, as a British Secret Service safe house. Over a decade later, the wealthy inventor of the scratch-and-sniff technology purchased the house and its 13 surrounding secluded landscaped acres and set upon a grand expansion project that even included a helipad.
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Some of the finest hotels are here on St. Croix. Choices include luxury lodgings like the Buccaneer, Carambola Beach Resort, or Divi Carina Bay Resort & Casino. All offer tennis, watersports, shops, health spa, beachs, and restaurants. The Buccaneer and Carambola also offer golf.
You may want an intimate inn or boutique hotel. Club Comanche is the newest renovation in Christiansted. This 60-year old landmark hotel--the first hotel on St. Croix--has recently come back to life. Villa Greenleaf is a luxury inn with charming West Indian flair.
A private villa with pool might be what you are looking for. Island Villas and Vacation St. Croix offer wonderful private rental homes as an alternative choice for couples, families, wedding parties, and special occasions. Vacation St. Croix includes personalized Concierge Service from planning to arrival.
Small hotels are cozy with everything at your fingertips. At Sandcastle on the Beach you can watch the sunset over dinner at Beachside Cafe and at Tamarind Reef Hotel rooms overlook the boats and activity at Green Cay Marina. In Frederiksted, stay right in town across the street from the waterfront and pier at The Frederiksted Hotel.
