Some excerpts from the website of The Golden Lemon Inn and Villas that might be useful
Come and Enjoy the Golden Lemon Inn. And its Beach-Side Villas with Private
Pools. Every one of our
26 rooms and
suites is exquisitely and uniquely decorated with antique and
modem furnishings that are combined for 2lst century comfort. No
two rooms are decorated alike, and all are striking in their individual decor. In the Great House your
room may have mahogany poster beds so high you need steps to get into them, or antique metal beds replete with colorful hangings. There is a storybook quality about these spacious, high-ceilinged
rooms. You'll find richly carved armoires and chests,
bathroom sinks set into mahogany sideboards, and many other unusual touches. The villa
bedrooms have a new look: color. Gone are the all-white
rooms and in their place lovely mango, yellow, and azure walls form the background for brightly painted antique queen-size four poster metal beds, luscious new coordinated linen and, of course, great taste. The villas also feature soaring twenty-five foot ceilings with bulls-eye windows, large West Indian
baths with a surprise: a
mirror at one end. Very sexy. And of course, there's your very own secluded plunge
swimming pool. Open a
garden gate and
sink your feet into the warm black and gold sand. Fresh flowers daily. Gorgeous views to other islands. Spectacular sunrises and sunsets on the sea.
Telephones with
Internet access. No
buffet meals. Beach chairs and umbrellas. Free use of equipment to snorkel our great reef, just yards off shore. and Missing Amenities. No
TV, wall-to-wall carpeting,
newspapers,
radios or children under eighteen. Yes, you may bring your own
radio or
CD player. Our current is 110v. Thank you again for a wonderful and memorable stay -- from meals to wheels! The dining experience was superb; The personal side of the meals deserves special mention: Carol,Vernetta, and Cynthia were incredibly helpful. Our
trips around the island with Solomon were informative and personable. Each time it is more difficult to leave. --Sandy and Jerry,VA,March, 2008. It was romantic, secluded and the
rooms were just like they were pictured (amazing!), also the food was as good as any we have had at 5-star
restaurants in Philly. Arthur decorated with antiques...to give guests that old world charm. We had our own
pool and the ocean lured us to sleep at night. Don't forget to go down around 7:00P.M. for
cocktails before
dinner!!! The Golden Lemon would not be for everyone, but if you are looking for a
quiet, peaceful vacation with little or nothing to do -- this is your place. Bring a couple of good books and the sun
screen. We will go back. We loved The Golden Lemon. Donna, Edgewater Park, NJ, March 2005. We had an unforgettable time. Our villa was terrific and the staff was very friendly. We look forward to returning.. Mike and Kari, IN, June 2000. Copyright 2005. The Golden Lemon Inn Villas All Rights Reserved Design Hosted by
That's the best
dinner we have had in St. Kitts and Nevis for years. Thank you. -- Philip and Kater, St. Kitts. 2008.
Dinner at The Golden Lemon may be served in the candle-lit
pool side
garden with natural music provided by the tree frogs accompanying Bach, Beethoven or Bill Evans; on the front
terrace, a favorite spot for pre-
dinner drinks and conversation with the owner and other guests; or in one of the most photographed romantic
dining rooms in the Caribbean.
Lunch and Sunday Brunch are also served on the front gallery while full American
breakfasts, included in the daily rate may be had in your
room or villa, or served in bed if you like. printed our recipe for porridge in the early 1970's and it's been a
breakfast mainstay ever since. We have been staying with Arthur and Martin for over 20 years and they have continued to outdo themselves each succeeding year. The food and its preparation and attentive service are as good as it gets in the Carib. Their table beats most 5 star
restaurants back home! Even the fussiest requests are met with a smile and can do attitude. One of the fun parts of the
dinner experience is the Captain's Table where guests from all over the world join Arthur and Martin for fun filled conversation over a lingering
dinner. No wonder we book our next visit before returning home!. Richard and Barbara, Boston, MA, 2004. The menus offer a fusion of Caribbean, Continental and Amerian
cuisine. Our
breakfast porridge was the first recipe printed by and guests still beg for it. The Island veggie burger and the infamous West Indian rum-beef stew have become
lunchtime staples. Ever-changing, sometimes unusual, soup and salad choices are available at
lunch and
dinner. Fresh fish and whole lobster from Dieppe Bay cooked to perfection, the freshest local fruits and vegetables grown for the hotel; steaks and chops, of course; light and original (non-fattening) desserts are among the many wonderful delights offered by our cooks. The
dinner menus change nightly and are not repeated in a two-week period. American Way Magazine. The
restaurant at The Golden Lemon and Villas is not to be missed. It is lovely to look at and comfortable to be in, from the casual porch to the elegant
dining room. Its marvelous entrance through one of St. Kitts' small towns makes the resorts seem like a mirage when you first see it. The food richly deserves that overworked word, gourmet. The food was truly incredible...their porridge is truly good at
breakfast, and we never ate a meal we didn't thoroughly enjoy. -- February CT, 2005. The Golden Lemon met all our expectations with fabulous food, great service and a villa with a beautiful view.. We'd like to tell you what a wonderful and relaxing time we had at your hotel! We work for a Spanish hotel company ourselves, and it is very important for us to feel the way we did... Great compliments on your food!!! - Vanessa Johnny. 2003. The Inn is beautiful, the food was wonderful, the service was flawless! We had a wonderful, relaxing time at The Golden Lemon.. Ann Robert, West Chester, PA 2006
We just celebrated our 15th
wedding anniversary at The Golden Lemon: the first time we returned since our
wedding there. The grounds are more beautiful than we remembered. And the Caribbean flavored, English house
party that Arthur hosts was more delightful than we could have imagined. Whether you're newlyweds or neverweds, this little gem on Dieppe Bay is the place for lovers.. The Maddens, FL, 2005. Whether you plan an intimate ceremony for just the two of you followed by a champagne supper in your seaside villa with
pool, or would like a festive affair with friends and family in attendance, we will be happy to arrange and cater your
wedding to your most demanding needs. Our
wedding package includes the following for the bride and groom: Choose your romantic setting for the ceremony; on the gallery, in the
garden, your villa, or by the sea. Services of a minister or magistrate.
Wedding coordinator's service. Service of two witnesses. Bridal bouquet and floral arrangements. A bottle of fine champagne. Your custom-baked
wedding cake. Marriage certificate, registration fees. Transportation to and from authorities.
Dinner served en
suite on your
wedding night. These are the legal requirements for getting married in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis...and they are subject to change without notice. Two full
business days are required on island for documentation prior to ceremony. You can get married on the third day, but keep in mind, weekends do not count as
business days. For documentation you will need to bring a birth certificate and a valid photo identification which can be a passport or other form of legal photo id. If divorced you will need a copy of you divorce decree in English. If either
party is widowed, bring a copy of the a death certificate. Catholic
weddings take place in church. A letter from the couple's priest verifying that they have received necessary instruction is essential. For Anglican ceremonies, a couple must present a letter from their minister verifying that they are known and unmarried....thank you again for a wonderful time. The
wedding ceremony was beautiful. The food was excellent. All of our guests had a great time as well... Golden Lemon will always be a special place... we will return again.. The cost is $750 including service charge and taxes. Ask us about special
guest room rates to accommodate your
wedding party. We can arrange for the services of a fine photographer to record this major event in your lives. Prices start at $300.00. 10% Service Charge 9% Government Hotel Tax will be added to
Room, Food
Bar Only Deposit: 50% on booking. Balance due 45 days before arrival. Cancellation notice 60 days before arrival. American Express, Visa and MasterCard accepted. In the United States, for reservations only, call Caribbean Inns Ltd. 1-800-633-7411.
The Golden Lemon caters to those who want to get away from their normal life-style pattern and relax. No one will object if you unplug the
phone. You can bring books, borrow books from our library and melt away the day by your
pool, on a
lounge chair on the beach under an umbrella, or on the lawn in a
garden. What a vacation! I had time to read a whole book. Wow! The food is fantastic, the atmosphere inviting and the company amazing! Thanks for a wonderful vacation! -- Kim and Andrew, November, 2000. If you must be 'doing something' however, we offer the following suggestions. Laps in our 20' x 40'
pool. Walks through the cane roads to the rain forest line. Runs to nearby villages. Snorkeling on the reef from our beach. SCUBA diving and certification. A guided rain forest
tour... or volcano climb... or both.
Tour our UNESCO World Heritage Fortress: Brimstone Hill. A 3-hour Scenic Railway Ride around our gorgeous island in
air conditioned comfort or on the upper level enjoying the breeze and sweet scents. A
tour of our spectacularly beautiful island.
Golf at a number of courses -- here and on Nevis. An all-day, all inclusive catamaran
trip that includes snorkeling, an open
bar and a picnic
lunch on the beach of our sister island - Nevis. Duty Free shopping in our capital - Basseterre. A day
trip to Nevis via our excellent ferry service to see the Alexander Hamilton and Horatio Nelson Museums, the plantation inns and the botanical
gardens -- or for wind surfing and mountain biking. Horseback riding - on the beach or through the rain forest on St. Kitts or on Nevis. And after all this activity - enjoy a
massage in the privacy of your
room or villa. I want to express my gratitude for your hospitality. We enjoyed every moment of our stay at the Golden Lemon...It was a perfect vacation -- Sylvia Christian, CT, May, 2004. We had a great time with you folks... The accommodations, food, service and fellowship were outstanding. You... appear to bring it all together effortlessly but we know better. The New Year's Eve
party was done in fantastic style and taste. -- Ron and Joann, VA. January 1999