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Luxury Has Found A New Home…
November 19, 2009 by Fractional & Shared Ownership Property News & Reviews · Leave a Comment
Located just 110 miles west of Barbados, Canouan is a short sail away from the other Grenadine Islands of Mustique, Bequia, Palm Island and the Tobago Cays. The island’s three square miles are un-spoilt with lush green hills, secluded white sand beaches and sheltered by one of the world’s largest living coral reefs. With an island population of only 2000, Canouan is an intimately friendly and welcoming island paradise for those seeking a sophisticated and idyllic Caribbean getaway.
Scheduled flights are available to Canouan (CIW) with Grenadine Airways or Liat from Barbados (40 minutes)
and Martinique (50 mins). We also offer shared charters on Twin Propeller Planes from Barbados or Martinique or private charters on our luxury Cessna Citation II and III Jets which can whisk you away to Canouan in just 20 minutes or can fly you to any other Island in the Caribbean to and from Canouan.
Raffles Canouan is on the windward side of the island in a beautiful, protected bay – 300 acres set in a natural amphitheatre style stretching up the mountainside from the Caribbean Sea.
A 17th Century English church forms the centre of the resort. With three picture-perfect white sand beaches in the resort and a further 5 private, secluded coves and beaches only accessible by kayak, a Jim Fazio designed 18-hole championship golf course, Raffles Amrita Spa, five gourmet restaurants, three bars, four tennis courts, Raffles Amrita fitness centre, water sports centre, The Trump Club Privée gaming.
Accommodation
Each of our 88 guest rooms and suites has a minimum of 660 sq ft of space with private covered terraces or patios. All suites feature spacious and comfortably appointed living rooms, separate bedrooms, large walk in closets and guest bathrooms. Our ‘Personality Pool Suites’ benefit from private pools. All accommodations feature air conditioning, ceiling fans, bathrobes, beach slippers, fresh flowers, in room safes, flat screen televisions, satellite television, CD & DVD players, wireless internet connection, complimentary daily, international selection of newspapers and a fully stocked complimentary soft drinks mini bar. The Raffles Villa is a 4 bedroom private villa with a dedicated butler service and is perched upon the hillside, with panoramic views across the golf course and down to the ocean.
Restaurants
Raffles Canouan prides itself on its commitment to deliver exceptional culinary experiences to its guests. With a choice of five outstanding restaurants to choose from, there is sure to be something to appeal to all culinary tastes. The restaurants may rotate during lower seasons, with a minimum of two restaurants open for either lunch or dinner.
With spectacular panoramic Caribbean views, La Varenne offers guests a European fine-dining retreat.
Begin evenings here with an impressive selection of Raffles International caviar and continue with gourmet dishes creatively prepared by the resort’s talented chefs including three Michelin star executive chef Frederic Boulay. An excellent Champagne and wine list has been developed to complement this restaurant’s fine cuisine.
At the centre of the resort with striking views of Carenage Bay and the golf course, La Piazza offers a tantalising blend of authentic Italian cuisine accompanied by an extensive selection of Italian wines.
Bellini’s Bar and Grill is located in the heart of the resort offering a casual dining option for those guests wanting a light dinner or a refreshing cocktail at the bar. It specialises in seafood and steak.
Jambu’s poolside restaurant offers a sumptuous breakfast each morning. The restaurant offers a transethnic menu for lunch and dinner – bringing a new meaning to ‘all day dining’. A swim up bar provides an escape to experience superb Caribbean cocktails and a relaxed dining menu all day.
For those who wish to spend a busy morning soaking up the sun, engaging in one of the resort’s many water sport activities or rejuvenating at the Raffles Amrita Spa, Godahl’s Beach Bar & Grill is ready to offer a delicious array of Caribbean and Latin flavour infused salads and sandwiches, fresh catches of the day and barbecued dishes. Enjoy our weekly night time beach barbecues.
Entertainment
Dramatically placed on the top of Breezy Point is Villa Monte Carlo, a grand villa styled on a Mediterranean Palace and designed to transport you back to a time when evening galas were truly grand. In partnership with Trump International, Villa Monte Carlo offers nightly International gaming at The Trump Club Privée with VIP roulette, card games, craps and slot machines.
The Villa’s terrace has captivating views of the sea, surrounding Grenadine islands and the resort below. It is the perfect location for an evening cocktail party or a wedding reception followed by a gala dinner in the villa’s elegant ballroom, which connects to La Varenne.
Activities
An extensive range of complimentary activities is sure to keep the busiest of people entertained. Windsurfing, pedal boats, kayaking and snorkeling equipment are included in the room rates as well as the use of four floodlit tennis courts. Access to the Raffles Amrita Fitness Center is also included; maybe take advantage of our unique boxing ring.
The resort features one of the Caribbean’s largest freshwater pools. A day under the grass umbrella of the pool’s private island offers the perfect venue for a day of relaxation.
Other activities that can be arranged include Yoga and Pilates sessions, hiking to Mount Royal, tennis lessons with our tennis pro, diving at the Canouan Dive Centre, private boat-trips to deserted islands (including Tobago Cays) with a Champagne picnic lunch, or experience the ultimate indulgence – a luxury sailing excursion aboard our fully-staffed, Pershing 54 foot private yacht.
Raffles Amrita Spa
The Raffles Amrita Spa is intricately set along the hillside above one of the resort’s long stretches of private beach with 9 hillside palapas and two Grand Palapas set over-water with glass bottom floors, providing guests with stunning views of the underwater marine life.
The hillside palapas are reached by a funicular and boast their own treatment rooms with relaxation areas all with sea views and most have private Jacuzzis.
Trump International Golf Club
Amongst the World’s Top 10, the par 72 golf course has three distinct settings. The front nine holes and #18 are in an amphitheatre setting with one side open to view the ocean.
Holes 12, 13, 14 and 15 are undoubtedly the most scenic holes on the course and the most challenging. They sit on the top of the ridge and have a spectacular view of the neighbouring islands. Hole 16 features the longest par 3 in the world at 305 yards.
The breeze at the top of the ridge adds to the challenge, but makes these holes the most sensational to play.
Sugar Palm Kids Club
The Sugar Palm Kids Club is a special complimentary recreational facility for the care and entertainment needs of children aged 4 and above on holiday.
Here, you will find two floor play areas equipped with all sorts of age appropriate toys, games, interactive television, craft tables, reading corners and play stations, all readily available for your child’s entertainment in this safe and friendly environment.
Raffles Canouan’s well-organized and trained staff also provide daily in and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts, supervised games and nature tours.
In addition, Raffles Canouan is pleased to be able to provide private babysitting during the day and also in the evening for children and infants aged 6 months to 4 years of age. This is at an additional cost of approximately $15 per child per hour.
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