Castara Retreats

[Anne F.]

We're back from two great weeks at Fisherman's Lodge at Castara Retreats. The view was unbelievable from our hideaway on the side of the hill. The Lodge has recently been renovated and has a new bedroom and deck. The kitchen is nicely equipped with real dishes and sharp knives. It was a pleasure to cook a meal there, which we did with fresh kingfish that Porridge told us how to cook. Delicious! Do not miss Duck's boat trip if you go, careful of the rum punches, they go down dangerously easily! Duck's lady, Cheryl made buss-up-shut for us and Jeanell's bread was fabulous. Carrington made sure that we had fresh bananas every morning which we gladly share with the many feathered residents of the garden. By the end of our stay the blue tanagers would come right onto the table on the deck and eat the bananas while we were no more than 8 inches away. They got right cheeky and demanding by the time we left. Geckos, skinks, Mr. Iguana and big fat toads everywhere. It was like Wild Kingdom! We even saw the agoutis just about every day, and don't forget the hummingbirds! We felt like we were part of the wonderful village of Castara by the time we left. The people were, without exception, warm, friendly and kind. We can't wait to return to see all our new friends again. Anne and Don F.

[Julia C.]

I am glad you had a great time Anne - sorry we didn't meet up - maybe next time!