Villa Beach Cottages is a family-run enterprise is the best sense of the word. You will, even in a short stay, get to know the owner/general manager Colin Hunte and his large staff, who take truly uncommon pride in the property and guest experience. Colin is a walking encyclopedia of St Lucian knowledge, lore, and history. He is truly one of the most extraordinary hoteliers we've encountered in 40 years of travel. We received great and highly personalized advice and support in arranging activities that fit our interests (tennis, food, hiking, birds). The place is a great value at this price with a lovely beach steps away from your front door, and a good, "down home" restaurant on site.