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In 1784, King Louis XVI ordered the construction of baths over the estate s sulfur-laden springs so that his troops could benefit from the curative powers of the water. The springs emerge from the ground at 106 F, with a mineral analysis similar to the famous healing baths at Aix-les-Bains, France. Today, you can soak in the warm mineral baths that have been built next to the waterfall among the ruins of the original French structures. Admission to the communal pool is EC$8/US$3, and a private soaking costs EC$11/US$5.

The Great House is pure self-indulgence with breathtaking views of the bay, mountains, and sea. It accommodates up to six people in three bedrooms (two have private baths; des moines internation airport a third bath is off the common area). Built in the tradition of the original des moines internation airport greathouses that once overlooked thriving Caribbean plantations, it has a grassy lawn edged with tropical plants and royal palms, a huge cliff-side veranda, and freshwater swimming pool. Inside, classic-style columns form a grand entry into the vast living area with its 20-foot vaulted ceiling, and entertainment system. A formal dining room sits adjacent des moines internation airport to the kitchen that offers every modern convenience. A housekeeper and gardener maintain the house and grounds, and guests can request a cook, chauffeur or nanny.

Several agencies run organized tours covering either the entire island or specific remote locations. You ll see the wildly decorated Jeeps and four- wheel-drive trucks traveling over the main roads with small groups of obviously happy tourists. Half-day tours run about EC$100/US$37 per person, while full-day excursions range from EC$200/US$75 to EC$300/ des moines internation airport US$112 per person and usually include lunch. Some of the most popular day-trips are hikes through the rainforest and boat rides to the famous Pitons on the less-populated southern end of the island.

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