The villa was fabulous, as advertised. Location was perfect, short drive to the best beaches and restaurants on St Martin. Very private and quiet villa. Plenty of space for our party of 8 adults and one child.
Melissa acted like our own personal concierge all week, booking reservations for everything from beach chairs and restaurants, to fishing charters. Her recommendations were very helpful, and made our vacation a true delight. We felt like royalty all week, I cannot say enough about her helpfulness. One charter owner actually commented on her integrity, as she expected no money in return for booking us with them..... Which is apparently common practice by hotel concierge services. She told him "I just want my clients to be happy."
Thank you again, Melissa.
We did not want to leave, and we can't wait to come back.
The only glitch in the entire vacation was with the rental cars, which we booked on our own through National. Apparently our U.S. policies don't cover saint Martin. Be advised that the island roads can be rough on low vehicles, and island drivers can be rough on all sides.... Someone apparently smashed into the rear of one of our cars while we were in the grocery store, resulting in $1000 fee from national. I would highly recommend paying for the insurance from the rental car agency, and not using "national", as I saw them arguing with another returning customer about ground effect scratches. Be sure to identify all scratches when renting..... There will be plenty. I would have used the local company recommended by Maly and Melissa, but they were all booked. Live and learn.
Overall.... Possibly the best island vacation we've ever taken.