Villa Life - Island Adventures!

Mahogany Run Scenic Tour

Angela and Anita were treated to a 30-minute scenic tour of the Mahogany Run Golf Course on St. Thomas.  This is a *complimentary guided tour for patrons of The Grille at Mahogany Run or the on-course outlet Coconuts.  Presentation of your dining receipt alongside a special invitation (included in arrival packages) will entitle you to a scheduled tour of the award-winning course including signature oceanside holes and The Devil's Triangle.

Mahogany Run is maintained in an ecological fashion;  a variety of trees and flowering plants abound, providing a haven and source of nourishment to the many animals that live comfortably within its environs.  View the photo gallery of our tour!

*By appointment only, call to schedule on arrival - children over 5 only.

Isidor Paiewonsky House Restoration

Nancy and Anita were among the lucky guests invited to the open house of the restoration of the former home of late Virgin Islands businessman, author, statesman and historian Isidor Paiewonsky on Saturday February 19, 2011.  Chef Greg, Ms. Whitney and the staff of the Old Stone Farmhouse created eclectic hors d'hoeuvres and cocktails to be enjoyed with roasted pig, a collection of savory melanges, and individually customized potato salads. 

Veuve Cliquot flowed freely, and a Cruzan Rum station provided flavored and classic varieties of the U.S. Virgin Islands staple.  Musical accompaniments by Danny Silber's 3-piece combo serenaded the crowd as the setting sun burnished Charlotte Amalie in sepia tones.  The kitchen saw lots of traffic as everyone made their way to the desserts by Island Sweet Stuff (also check the photo of the cake on display in the dining room!)... the reason for the evening was so that Dean Morehouse (left, with Nancy Anderson), who oversaw the restoration, could introduce the property as a new venue for milestone gatherings and special events such as weddings.

Isidor Paiewonsky House is certainly off to an auspicious start!!!  For more information, call 340-626-0030... but be sure to check out the photos of the opening of the Isidor Paiewonsky House for your taste of Virgin Islands hospitality at is finest!

Iggie's Cruzan Carnival - a real Extravaganza!

The lucky ladies of McLaughlin Anderson Luxury Villas were treated to an evening of Caribbean culture!  Iggie's Beach Bar & Restaurant at Bolongo Bay is always a great place to be, but on the restaurant's Carnival Night, magic was on!

We began with cocktails (both potent and tame!) and availed ourselves of the charms of the buffet featuring local delights such as kalalloo (seafood stew with a greens base), stewed chicken, roasted pork with mango glaze, top round of beef, and a variety of salads... miniature johnny cakes (crispy-fried golden brown), peas & rice (West Indian style), and much more, including a generous selection of tempting desserts.

The Sammy Watts Combo entertained, the moko jumbi danced... and then it was time for King Heron!

Enjoy the pictures in our gallery!

Paulette's Patio & Hervé Restaurant. Quality. Class.

During the villa tour season, Concierge and Guest Services Director Angela St. Hilaire takes the time to check in with many of our attractions, activities and restaurants.  As it turns out, the owners of Hervé were poised to re-open for the upcoming season with the quality consistency that residents and visitors applaud year after year...

Visit Hervé Restaurant and Paulette's Patio online

View the gallery of photos - get your napkin ready!!!