We stayed in Castles at Vieux Fort mid march and had a fab time! The villa we had was exceptionally well maintained and huge – it easily could have catered for 6 rather than just the 2 of us! The complex was really pleasant, tucked away and provided a great platform for a St Lucian adventure. Bonnie was also really helpful and provided some great tips and advice of where to go and what to see etc. Hiring a car is essential for those wishing to see St Lucia as Vieux Fort is about 10 minute drive away from Castles. For those wishing to have a St Lucian adventure like us, I would advise hiring a jeep as some of the roads are particularly precarious, albeit with stunning views! We toured the entire island within a week with our highlights being the snorkelling at Anse Chastanet, Sun down at La Dera, Marigot Bay (rainforest restaurant), Pigeon Island, the drive through volcano, Sugar Beach and a Rainforest adventure which included an impromptu beer with some locals in a side of the road bar! Overall, we had an amazing time and would totally recommend Castles in Paradise – thank you Bonnie and team 🙂 PS thanks for the tasty rum cake!!
”My family and I had a fabulous time at Castles in Paradise! It was wonderful to discover this delightful oasis of tranquility and beauty so near the international airport. We have been to St. Lucia many, many times through the years and stayed many places throughout the entire Island , but this one was our favorite by far. You are away from the other busy tourist areas in a lovely very private, well appointed villa. Our villa had a great view and our own pool. You can imaging for a family get away with kids this setup would be hard to beat. Bonnie the owner and all her stay were incredibly helpful ! For instance they went out of their way to accommodate every request, even willing to let my wife a realtor in Florida use their office computer to do so emergency business that came up.
”We chose Castles because reviews were positive and price was comparatively reasonable. We were very satisfied and liked the fact that location was private and quiet (understand that this is not for everyone but perfect for us). We like doing our own cooking and having a quiet place to retire after daytime excursions. The views were very nice. Having the rooftop accessibility is a nice plus. You have the best view of the stars from there! The 2 bedroom villa would have easily accommodated 4 people and was very roomy for my husband and myself. Had all modern conveniences and the grounds are very prettily landscaped. Bonnie is very sweet and concerned about meeting all our needs. We appreciated her loaning her own coffee maker to us for our entire stay. If we go back to St. Lucia, this would be the place we would stay.
”This property is truly amazing! A short time before our trip we decided to do a vow renewal for our 20 year anniversary. Everything that took place exceeded our expectations! We were truly blessed to find this property and it was a magical experience. The owner and staff made the experience exceptional! We really enjoyed staying at Castles in Paradise and the views are breathtaking!
”Beautiful grounds. Lovely swimming pool. Spacious villas with wonderful views. Bonnie and her staff are friendly and helpful. Patrick was an excellent find – he was recommended by the property as a driver, and we hired him almost every day either to take us out to a restaurant or beach, or on a full day tour – one day to Castries and another to Soufriere. There is no beach within walking distance, nor is there a nearby restaurant or grocery store. Apparently the resort next door, which was closed for pool upgrades, has a restaurant that is open to the public, but we’re not sure what it would be like. Anyway, Patrick took us to where we needed to go, for a reasonable fee. It is a very quiet place, away from the hustle and bustle of tourist areas. We enjoyed ourselves, as we were not looking for nightlife. However, be aware that you will either need or car, or Patrick!
”Miss Z the owner treated us like family. It was so nice to see someone take such good care of their property and care about their guests.
”A fabulous stay at Castles in Paradise where Alina and Bonnie made us feel more than welcome and were happy to help with anything we needed. Spacious apartment and balcony that offered beautiful views of Savennes Bay. The pool and surrounding gardens were maintained very well and provided an extremely relaxing stay. We felt safe with 24/7 security on hand and were able to come and go as we pleased. Would recommend getting a hire car for your stay as this will allow more freedom to explore the Pitons and sites at Souffries (just under an hour drive away). Accommodation and pool were fantastic but Bonnie (the owner) being so personable and offering suggestions of sites to visit made the visit unforgettable.
”A wonderful week in St. Lucia! Castles in Paradise is a great place to chill out and relax. It’s away from the crowded streets of the North Island and very close to the international airport for US travelers. Bonnie, the owner and resident innkeeper is very attentive to guests needs. She and Alina in the front office are the best and Alex the driver is super friendly and very knowledgeable!
”The place is really a paradise. The staff is amazing, very helpful and caring. Please don’t hesitate to book this place you’ll love it
”Wonderful location. Comfortable and clean rooms Great staff – friendly, helpful, accommodating. Loved it. Definitely recommend it
”We spent a very relaxing 9 days here. The views were spectacular overlooking the sea. The terrace was shaded for most of the day with the pool area being really sunny. The bedrooms all had doors onto the terrace. Definitely worth getting up for sunrise. The house was cleaned Monday to Friday.
Bonnie was a great host and couldn’t do enough for us. She had organised basic groceries for our first day and also supplied tum punch and beer. She organised a trip to the north of the island for us.
The beach was less than 20 minutes away and they were virtually empty. You need a car but book early to get something a little better as we had the basic car and although we managed ok, some of the roads are a bit bumpy and the island is mountainous.
I really feel that Bonnie has got a great place that enables you to see the real St Lucia away from the big hotels and cruise drop off in the north. Would definitely recommend.
”Bonnie was a delight! Friendly as were the staff.
Enjoyed the amenities of the villa, and my family and I really enjoyed our visit.
Lorraine
”Villa 3 is a dream! The view is amazing and the location is nice, breezy and quiet. The pool is very close to the villa and was empty for most of our stay so it felt like a private pool. Bonnie and her staff were very communicative and even brought us complimentary coffee and a bottle of wine! We will definitely return in the future.
”Well well well, it wasn’t just the location or the property on its own, I have to tie in my experience, not just based on the luxury bed or the breath taking view but the invaluable recommendations Bonnie offered. The recommendations made our time in St Lucia, the perfect getaway. Thank you Bonnie, we really appreciate you!
– Accommodation – 10 star**********
. Morning & Evening view – 10 star**********
– Location. – 10 star**********
– Swimming pool. – 10 star**********
– Communication. – 10 star**********
– Guess experience. – 10 star**********
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!
Frank
”The house was exactly as we expected. Our family of 4 had a great vacation. We enjoyed the pool in the evenings too. House was clean and had maid service daily.House is close to the airport and to Sandy beach, but it is a good drive from everywhere else. We enjoyed eating out in the local restaurants and being closer to the St Lucia life in the South side of the island.
Reviewer location – Richmond Hts
Date of arrival – March 16, 2025
”Stunning views. Amazing pool area with multiple loungers. Well accommodated. Party of 6, 3 couples. Queen beds for all, each with private bathrooms and an extra shared toilet room too. Fully stocked kitchen. Rum punch welcome much appreciated. Bonnie, Giselle and team were incredibly welcoming and on spot when we needed anything. Castles is removed from busy side of island in quiet, gated neighborhood. Several nearby local eateries with local cuisine offerings and so much fresh fish everywhere. Beautiful beaches just a short drive away with island grills, drinks and chair rentals available. So beautiful. So yummy. So perfect for a GREAT getaway. 5/5 stars!
”We chose Castles because reviews were positive and price was comparatively reasonable. We were very satisfied and liked the fact that location was private and quiet…
”My family and I had a fabulous time at Castles in Paradise! It was wonderful to discover this delightful oasis of tranquility and beauty so near the international airport. We have been to St. Lucia many, many times through the years and stayed many places throughout the entire Island , but this one was our favorite by far.
”Romantic, relaxed, special & quiet resort! We stayed in Castles mid march and had a fab time! The villa we had was exceptionally well maintained & huge…
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