Lance aux Epines Cottages is a small, relaxed beachfront hideaway on Prickly Bay, and it is the best pick on this side of Grenada for travellers who want a kitchen and a beach for themselves. It stands in the quiet Lance aux Epines peninsula, with Prickly Bay Beach three minutes away on foot. Cottages and a one-bedroom apartment are large, between 840 and 1,000 square feet, with beach views, one or two bedrooms, kitchens with a full-size refrigerator and freezer and a microwave, and they sleep three to six. The grounds hold a garden, an on-site beach bar serving barbecue food for lunch and dinner, and umbrellas on the beach. Sailing, canoeing and other water activities are on offer, there is a games room with a pool table, and rooms have air conditioning, a safe and free Wi-Fi. Cribs are free, which helps young families. Note that there is no swimming pool, as the beach is the attraction.
Location and getting around
The cottages are in Lance aux Epines, the leafy southern peninsula known for yachts, villas and quiet roads. Maurice Bishop International Airport is about six minutes by car, Morne Rouge Beach five minutes, and Grand Anse Beach roughly nine. St. George’s University is about four minutes away and shopping at Excel Plaza three. A few restaurants are close by car, but a rental car or taxis are useful. Parking spaces are limited.
The rooms
Four types are offered, a one-bedroom apartment that sleeps three and cottages with one or two bedrooms that sleep up to six. All have beach views. Kitchens let you prepare breakfast and simple meals, and barbecue grills are available, so it is a good choice if you want to cook some of your own meals and keep restaurant costs down. The sailing and canoeing on the bay are a good way to spend a morning.
Who it suits
Couples, families and small groups who want space, a kitchen and a beach and are happy without a pool, spa or entertainment. It is an excellent base for sailors, kayakers and anyone who enjoys a quiet bay. It is less suitable for people who want a busy resort, a children’s programme or round-the-clock services.
Good to know
Only service animals are allowed. Late check-out costs extra, and babysitting is available for a fee. Check-in is in the afternoon and evening. Free cancellation applies to selected rates only. With a small number of cottages, the best units go early for the winter season, so book well ahead and ask about airport transfers when you reserve.
Why stay here
- ✓Beachfront on Prickly Bay
- ✓Cottages with full kitchens
- ✓Beach bar and barbecue restaurant
- ✓Kayaking and sailing
- ✓Garden and games room
- ✓Free cribs
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
Good questions
Is there a swimming pool?+
No. The draw is the beach on Prickly Bay, with a beach bar and water activities.
Do the cottages have kitchens?+
Yes, with a full-size refrigerator and freezer and a microwave, and grills are available.
How far is it from the airport?+
About six minutes by car.
