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wiseahawk's Review of The Gate House Saba

30th Mar 2006

Overall Rating

5 stars
  • Value for money
    5 stars
  • Board Basis
    Bed & breakfast
  • Accommodation
    5 stars
  • Food
    5 stars
  • Location
    4 stars
  • Date of stay
    02/06-03/06
  • Tour Operator
    None
  • Customer Service
    5 stars
  • Resort
    5 stars
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Bad Points

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General Comments

Location: Saba (NA - Caribbean

Lodging: The Gate House

Comment
My wife and I recently stayed at the Gate House for 7 days on our three-week vacation to the Caribbean. The Gate House is a bread and breakfast as are the majority of lodgings on the island. The owners, are from France and have lived in the States for over 20 years before coming to Saba. From the moment we arrived, to the day we left, we felt welcome and were graciously attended to. They are great hosts with one doing the greeting, serving (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and general customer contact, and one doing the cooking. And what a cook he is! All food is fresh and prepared by hand. His southern lobster, prepared a number of ways, is outstanding, their wine selection is second to none, and his deserts are to die for! The rooms are quiet, spacious and very comfortable.

Saba is located about 23 miles south of Sint Maarten and is reached either by plane or boat. It is a small and very laid-back island with virtually no crime. The main attraction being scuba diving, which is great. (The Gate House works with the dive shops on the island, primarily Saba Deep.) There are several good restaurants on the island if you want a change from the wonderful meals at the Gate House. Hiking is also a big attraction with numerous trails including one to the top of Mount Scenery, the volcano that formed Saba. Saba is definitely a place to relax and smell the flowers that are in great abundance. The scenery is wonderful going from somewhat arid areas at the lower levels to a rain forest in the upper areas.

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  • havefuntravel on 16th Aug 2006

    Out of this world, but down to earth!

    Our three days on Saba were delightful. It is unlike any other island that we have ever visited. (And we’ve been to just about all.) Everything about it was exhilarating…the roads, the sense of community, and the amazing vistas. And a couple of meals (and wine!) at the Gatehouse made it feel even more special after a day of touring and snooping. The owners are as special as the island. Five-Star kudos to you both! Friendly, warm, welcoming, and accommodating. This is a definite stop on a return visit to St. Martin…or better yet, a week’s stay at the Gatehouse Hotel/Villa.