last minute villa opinions

liamsaunt · Post by **liamsaunt** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:05 pm

I have to make the final decision on our villa tomorrow (was supposed to be today, but I procrastinate!). I can't decide, so I thought I would ask your advice. All are around the same amount of $$:

Villa #1: Pluses: Intriguing because of a unique pool and varied views. Easy drive to town. Minus: Decor not really my style.

Villa #2: We've actually stayed here before. Pluses: awesome views, comfy house. Minuses: older, pool needs to be hand cleaned daily. Kitchen is small and hot.

Villa #3: Pluses: Older, but with many recent updates and a brand new kitchen. Incredible views, great pool. Minus: construction very nearby.

Villa #4: Pluses: nice house, great pool, good amenities. Minus: it's in an almost identical location to another villa we rented a while back, and doesn't have the STT view I really wanted this time.

Which villa would you choose?

lprof · Post by **lprof** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:20 pm

I voted for #1 but #3 was a close second... if that matters.

Good luck!

traveler22 · Post by **traveler22** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:36 pm

I voted #1-Great pool, great view, easy drive to town, everything I like. As far as the decor, your not buying it, your renting it and anytime it gets to you, check out the view

California Girl · Post by **California Girl** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:38 pm

I voted for #3, but it really depends on how much time you spend in the villa. I know you read a lot, so maybe mid-day construction noise would bug you. But if you plan to be gone snorkeling or sailing every day, then it wouldn't be an issue.

jayseadee · Post by **jayseadee** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:50 pm

I voted for #3 also; if the construction is bad, you could just spend time in the kitchen.

#1 is a close second - I like being close to town and I can handle bad decor for a week in paradise.

liamsaunt · Post by **liamsaunt** » Thu Jun 17, 2010 10:53 pm

I guess I should have said all four villas are easy drives to town. Last trip we stayed 1/2 down the John Head Road, and I got so sick of that bumpy road! I came home with bruises all over my right arm and thigh from slamming into the jeep. Great views in Catherineberg, but we are just not dealing with that road this time.

OK, despite trying to stay up for the Celtics, I am going to bed now. I'll tally the forum's advice tomorrow.

BeAsUR · Post by **BeAsUR** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 12:42 am

I vote #3- I know you like to cook...

mahojim · Post by **mahojim** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 2:32 am

Would you mind letting me know which villa's I'm voting for, exactly? Location?
I chose the one you stayed at before, but that's going on blind knowledge.
Then again, I'm no good at this computer mumbo-jumbo...
Smiles-
MJ

liamsaunt · Post by **liamsaunt** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 7:10 am

Jim, I don't want to name them because I will be staying in one in a couple of weeks and my travel dates are posted on the forum. I am weird that way. All are basically in the Great Cruz Bay/Chocolate Hole area.

b-as-u-r · Post by **b-as-u-r** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 7:33 am

I vote #3 (incredible views)! As to the construction, you'll probably be out most of the day so I'm guessing it won't matter much. Have fun! Ali~

cocosmom · Post by **cocosmom** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:06 am

I vote for #3. Can't imagine with your cooking talents you would be happy in a small, hot kitchen(2). You don't want to stay in a place without the view you love (4)....

djmom · Post by **djmom** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:13 am

I would choose villa 1 for the reason that you can just go outside if you need to get away from the tackiness or whatever.

As long as the furniture is comfortable looking.

I know what you mean though. A beautiful interior is really nice to have. But for me not a must-have.

Kentuckygirl · Post by **Kentuckygirl** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:24 am

I think I would choose 3. Views are very important to me! Hopefully the construction will be done before you are cooking your yummy dinner in that new kitchen!

mbw1024 · Post by **mbw1024** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 8:24 am

I voted for #1 but #3 closely follows. You are out and about most of the day so I bet you'd hardly notice construction.

17th Hole · Post by **17th Hole** » Fri Jun 18, 2010 9:01 am

I will say #1. We've stayed at a villa with construction next door and it was VERY annoying. While it didn't ruin our vacation completely, it sure put a damper on our time at the villa. Although, I guess it depends what stage of construction they're in. If they are further along and just doing interior finishing work, it won't be so bad. At the time we had construction next door, it was the early stages (jackhammers, bulldozers, etc.) and it was bad.

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