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15 open-plan lodges and apartments on a steep hillside (listing)
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Steve

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We had been looking forward to our stay at Castara Retreats for quite some time and it still managed to surpass our lofty expectations. Right from the moment we stepped off the plane and met Porridge who greeted us with a couple Caribs, we were well taken care of. Our lodge, Fisherman's, was fantastic. The views were exactly as shown on the website. You could hear and see the ocean from everywhere in the lodge. The deck space was great for enjoying a few drinks, reading, napping in the hammock, or eating a freshly cooked seafood dinner. The kitchen was well stocked with everything one could want/need for cooking. The lodge itself was very modern.

As for the staff, Porridge really does know everyone and he takes the time each day to make sure there isn't something that you need that you're not getting. Porridge always manages to stop by at the right time. He got us fish two days, cooked it for us one night. He took us on a tour of the
northern part of Tobago to Charlotteville, Speyside, Little Tobago, and Argyle Falls, all of which were beautiful.

The local people are some of the friendliest we've come across in our travels. Sherwin, Marguerite, Cheno, and so many others that we met along the way made us feel at home. Staying in Castara, you really feel like you are part of the village and not stuck in a touristy area in the least bit.
You're definitely experiencing the authentic Caribbean here, something that you can't do on most of the other islands which are overrun with Americanized resorts.

It's also worth noting that we walked all around Castara, many times late at night after dark, and we did not encounter any issues at all. We felt safe walking everywhere at all times.

The food is basic, but very good. Our favorite restaurants were:

Coffee House (Cheno's) for breakfast with the superb coconut bake along with fish or bacon, eggs, and fruit.

Marguerite's, where Sherwin and Marguerite team to do some ridiculously good cooking. The pizzas, which you must order in advance, are outstanding. Also, the goat was best here.

But, buying some fish from the co-op or from Porridge and Sherwin and cooking it at your place is one of the best things about staying here. You don't feel guilty eating in because the lodges are located up on the hill
with the ocean just below.

Going to Englishman's Bay, a decent hike or short ride north of Castara, is well worth it.

Book a stay here and head to Tobago knowing you've made a great decision.
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