Newly-Renovated, Expanded St. Lucia Resort Offers Guests $199/night rate now through December 15, 2008

Villa Beach Cottages, one of St. Lucia’s best-kept-secret resorts, is pleased to announce special low rates for bookings now through December 15, 2008.

Nestled among the coconut trees of Choc Bay, just a few short yards from the Caribbean Sea, Villa Beach Cottages has recently undergone extensive renovations and improvements and provides guests with comfortable, casual luxury in an idyllic location. Offering panoramic views of the ocean, the lush green mountains of the northern coastline and an offshore island, this unique property is situated in a paradise-like setting, and is known for its warm, friendly service and picturesque, peaceful location.

Guests will receive the special rate of just $199/night for accommodations in a brand new, deluxe one-bedroom villa suite. The beautiful and luxurious self-contained villa suites feature intricately-carved four-poster beds, living and dining rooms with indigenous designer furniture, fully-equipped kitchens with marble countertops, including full-sized appliances, and large balconies with teak furniture and steamers overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The deluxe one-bedroom suites include bathrooms with his and hers pedestal sinks and in-room Jacuzzi tubs with an ocean view. All of the villas feature state-of the-art room amenities such as LCD flat-screen TVs, DVD and CD players, and high-speed Internet access.

Located on the northern edge of St. Lucia, just 4 miles from Castries, the island’s capital, and 3 miles from the airport, Villa Beach Cottages are a world away from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Providing a selection of 20 villa suites in a captivatingly beautiful setting, the property reflects rich St. Lucian architectural heritage with its high cathedral ceilings, intricate gingerbread fretwork, jalousie shutters, medallions and finials throughout. Original handcrafted wooden furniture and oil paintings adorn each unit.

In addition to the extensive renovations and additions made to the villas, many enhancements and additions were made to the on-site facilities. A new restaurant, Coconuts, offers Creole and International cuisine, while the new mini-mart Koko’s offers convenient on-site shopping. An additional swimming pool has also been added, for a total of two, featuring a natural stone waterfall, heated Jacuzzi and attached sundeck made of white stone and tropical hardwoods. Attached is large gazebo perfect for larger weddings. A new Guest Services Cottage provides an Internet café, coin-operated laundry and free book and DVD library.

Aside from the improvements to the property, Villa Beach Cottages is also offering guests new service options (some of which are an additional fee) including meet and greet service with airport transfers, water sports (kayaking), pre-arrival stocking of units with grocery starter packs, a tour desk for organizing and booking personal and group tours and activities, daily maid service, babysitting services, and in-room or beachside massage services. Coconut Car Rental, an on-property jeep and car rental desk, offers the best rates on-island, while the new Dining Around service provides guidance for dining choices and booking of the best tables at the island’s finest restaurants.

Just minutes away are a world of recreational opportunities. St. Lucia is well-known for its white sand beaches, gorgeous natural surroundings, and relaxing atmosphere, and myriad opportunities to explore the island are available, whether guests seek relaxation or adventure. Choices include but are not limited to golf, tennis, horseback riding, rainforest hiking, scuba diving, shopping, turtle, whale and dolphin watching, and deep sea fishing. Just a short walk from the resort is a multiplex cinema, small shopping mall, bank, post office, dry cleaners and fitness and medical centers.

Villa Beach Cottages is a unique resort located on Choc Bay on St. Lucia’s northern end featuring 20 villa suites offering comfortable, casual luxury with warm, friendly, impeccable service. Recently renovated and expanded, Villa Beach Cottages provides a spectacular location surrounded by ocean, mountains and the lush natural landscape of the island. For more information on the high season fall travel $199/night special offer at Villa Beach Cottages, or for additional details on the resort, visit www.villabeachcottages.com or call (758) 450-2884.

Source: LMP International