Thursday, February 25, 2010

Sugar Ridge: Antigua's Secluded Hillside Gem

Antigua's newest  boutique resort is nestled in a natural hillside bordered with sugar cane is the namesake location of Sugar Ridge, which is enveloped with colorful, indigenous flora and fauna in addition to the sweet cane that serves as a base of many of Antigua’s libations. This small yet luxury filled resort boasts 60 rooms with panoramic views to the south and west of palm-lined beaches and the turquoise Caribbean Sea as well as neighboring islands of Redonda, St. Kitts and Nevis.  From your terrace you will also have picturesque views of villages and Antigua's beautifully untouched coastal terrain.  



The suites draped in earth tones are calming to the soul and offer seamless indoor-outdoor living with large windows and doors. Views at every angle of the lush hillside and Caribbean Sea are laced with the upmost seclusion. All accommodations feature comfortable outdoor lounging areas with private decks.  


A 6,000 square foot Aveda spa will melt your cares away providing guests a full collection of treatments featuring the latest in holistic therapies, a hair salon and manicures and pedicures. For the athletic a fully air-conditioned gym features Cybex fitness equipment, studio for aerobics, pilates,  yoga classes and swimming pools: an 82-foot long lap pool and a 44-foot pool. For those of us who love to lounge by the pool cabanas and sun bathing areas.



No luxury boutique resort would be complete without  fufilling our epicurean desires with two restaurants and lounges. Both openair with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.  Matt Westwood, head Chef ensures that his menu reflects ‘what’s fresh now,’ from Antigua’s local market. Carmichael’s serves an international blend of contemporary cuisine and Sugar Club, the resort’s main restaurant, takes a modern approach to Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine. 


Activities include:kite surfing, water skiing, windsurfing, kayaking, fishing, snorkeling, catamaran sailing or wake and knee boarding.  However your adventure will not stop there Sugar Ridge can arrange dive courses and access to the island’s coastline, wrecks and reefs. Beach facilities include a marina and an 18-hole golf course are a three-minute drive away by shuttle. Sugar Ridge is also host to 8 boutique shops.  Who could ask for more?

Please contact Skyline Destinations for bookings:
AllisonCTravels@SkylineDestinations.com
http://www.SkylineDestinations.com