| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 11 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/14/09 |
Positive
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This place is a Luxurious Tropical Paradise! My hysband and I went there for our Honeymoon and it was a dream come true! The views were unbelieveble! The privacy was such a treat! The people on the island were so pleasant and helpful. I love to cook and with the great open space kitchen it was truely special to cook for myself and my husband in paradise!
The pool was a favorite spot for us!
If you want a truely luxurious magical get away I would recommend going here!
We are hoping to go back for our 5 year wedding anniversary! |
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Tara , New Jersey
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| 10/30/09 |
Positive
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| Royal Palms was the PERFECT location to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary! The pictures on the website don't begin to reflect how beautiful this home is with the most spectacular views that you can imagine. While we never felt unsafe on the island, the gated community was a nice "extra" and the guards at the entrance were always so friendly and helpful with directions as needed. We rented a car and enjoyed going to the many fun places on the island. We visited many of the restaurants that you recommended and they were all outstanding. My husband played golf at the Buccaneer Bay Resort and thorougly enjoyed himself (I just rode in the cart and enjoyed the amazing scenery!)Our favorite place on the island was Royal Palms where we could enjoy the privacy of the beautiful pool or enjoy the gorgeous decor of the home while watching a movie or a football game. The gardens on the grounds of the villa were spectacular and add to the beauty of the property. Thank you again for such a lovely time. I wouldn't change a thing about your paradise home!! |
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Susan DeRamus, Birmingham, AL
205-949-5275 |
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| 08/11/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Hello Bonnie
Thanks for your kindness for allowing us to be guest at your remarkable
"Shangra-La," last week. We had a vacation to remember. Lots and Lots of
unstructured time- which for me is what paradise is about.
Royal Palms says a lot about you-your hospitality and warmth, as well as your
great sense of place, light and space.
Bob Sheeran
Office of the president of Seton Hall University
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Fr. Robert Sheeran
New Jersey
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| 08/11/09 |
Positive
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Bonnie,
WHAT A PLACE!!! Thank you for extending your spectacular home to us last week. We had a great time! I’m just sorry it’s taken me this long to get there. I had a lot of fun exploring your little slice of paradise. We got to see and do a lot of stuff – to include the many restaurants you recommended (all great choices!), plus the Whim Museum, the Botanical Gardens, the Cruzan Rum Distillery, Point Udell, The Buccaneer, downtown Christiansted and F’sted, and others. We also swam in the ocean and in your pool EVERY day. It was a vacation for the ages, and very restful to boot. I only have fond memories of my stay on “Holy Cross” and at the (very) Royal Palms.
Jim
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James Hamel, Temple Hills, MD |
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| 05/11/09 |
Positive
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My Sister In-Law/Best Friend Lee wrote nice comments in the book in the house from all of us, however, I just wanted to also state just how much we loved the house.
Everyone was in agreement, Royal Palms was the best vacation rental in our combined travel history.
The pictures were stunning but when you actual see the house you are blown away.
We all felt so at home as soon as we arrived. The owner has a special gift for designing and decorating the perfect living environment.
St Croix is beautiful and Royal Palms is spectacular.
Thanks so much to Bonnie the owner for the wonderful experience.
Here's the down side...You will be spoiled for every other vacation you ever take because you will compare it to the Royal Palms in St Croix
Robin |
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Robin Haldeman, Middletown, Delaware
302-530-1774 |
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| 12/03/08 |
Positive
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Dear Bonnie,
Your beautiful home provided the most romantic and perfect vacation my husband and I have ever had. The perfect get-a-way from our busy lives at home raising 3 children! It has been 5 months since we left and we just booked another week in paradise!
Thanks!! |
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Kaye & John Fuquay, New Braunfels, TX
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| 11/20/07 |
Positive
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Dear Bonnie,
Thank you for the opportunity to
stay at your beautiful "Royal Palms" which we would rate as a "Paradise".
We enjoyed touring the Island, the
rainforest, shopping, etc. The highlight
of each day was returning to our own
personal "Paradise by the Sea" that exceeded our expecations in every way.
We sincerely hope we will have an opporturnity to return again.
Sheila & Clayton Blackwood & Julia King |
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Clayton & Sheila Blackwood, Arley, Alabama
250 221 5914 |
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| 10/03/07 |
Positive
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Bonnie, I just wanted to thank you for allowing us to stay in your wonderful home. Elizabeth and I had the best vacation of our lives at Royal Palms! This was our delayed honeymoon, and I can't think of any way that it could have been better. Obviously, we were struck by the incredible views from the Galley and all the rooms in the house. We also loved the privacy and how well-appointed the home is. We are taking some of your decorating ideas home to our island home at Bald Head Island, NC. (Loved the large grass fans.) The granite counter tops throughout the home are a very nice touch. We can't say enough about this place. You truly have a little piece of paridise at Royal Palms.
The island was also wonderfully slow-paced during this time of year. We took time to take a horseback ride through the rain forrest, toured Buck Island, had a massuese come to the home for relaxing massages on the galley, cruised the island, went snorkeling at the Buccaneer, shopped in Christianstead, visited Cruzean Rum factory, etc. I also went diving at the wall at Cane Bay (gorgeous water and aquatic life).
Charlie was terrific and made sure we were completely comfortable.
Thanks so much for allowing us to stay in this incredible home.
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Ben Comer, Raleigh, NC
919-271-3904 |
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| 04/07/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Commment left in the villa Guest Book:
Thank you again for making your home away from home our home away from
home. We just love it here and the beautiful atmosphere you have created. We
really needed a total relaxing vacation and again Royal Palms succeeded in
providing exactly that. Also thank you for providing the extra amenities we
requested, it was very much appreciated.
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Joe & Gayle O'Connor
Crownsville, MD
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| 03/22/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Comment left in the villa Guest Book:
What a magical 5 days it has been here at your island paradise. Your home is
spectacular.! I can not think of one thing you could do to make it more magical.
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Babette Alfieri
Mufwe, Zambia
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| 03/22/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Comment left in the villa Guest Book:
What a magical 5 days it has been here at your island paradise. Your home is
spectacular.! I can not think of one thing you could do to make it more magical.
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Babette Alfieri
Mufwe, Zambia
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| 08/02/06 |
Positive
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| We have been visitors to the island for the past 15 years and this is by far the "best" place that we have found! Great House, Great View and Great Time! Looking forward to our next visit. Thanks Bonnie for sharing your home with us. |
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Kim and Jeff Cross, Columbus, OH
614-245-6082 |
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| 08/01/06 |
Positive
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| We have stayed at Royal Palms several times and have always had a wonderful experience. We can't wait to return. |
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Joe & Gayle O'Connor, Crownsville, Maryland |
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| 07/21/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Comment left in the villa guest book:
Love your place, it is so comfy and “home like”, I mean even for guests. I’m sure
everyone feels like they have found their own little island in the Sun.”
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Ben Steed
Lake Norman, NC
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| 07/15/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We can’t say enough about “Royal Palms.” We are planning our next trip already.
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Sandra Steed
High Rock Lake, NC
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| 05/25/06 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you again for making your home away from home our home away from
home. We just love it here and the beautiful atmosphere you have created. We
really needed a total relaxing vacation and again Royal Palms succeeded in
providing exactly that. Also thank you for providing the extra amenities we
requested, it was very much appreciated.
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Joe & Gayle O'Connor
Crownsville, MD
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| 11/06/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
Beautiful house!
Beautiful view!
Just beautiful!
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Pat & Kassandra Tucker
Arlington, Kentucky
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| 10/24/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
"No detail was left unattended! We look forward to returning to your
lovely home!"
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Mary & Harold Scharlatt
Lexington Kentucky
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| 10/13/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
"Staying in your home for our Thirty-Fifth Wedding anniversary,sitting on your porch, watching the sail boats, hearing the ocean (especially at nIght), Christiansted at night with all the lights-to say nothing of the beautifful sunrise and sunset---it has truly been special! Thanks to you and your superb staff, we will never forget St. Croix."
"Your home is beautiful. I love your photography and your decorating is just wonderful. The garden is so beautiful. The people are so friendly and kind. "Royal Palms is truly a "Royal" home."
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Marie & Lyndon Cornell
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| 08/18/04 |
Positive
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| Our second visit to Royal Palms turned out to be equally as wonderful as the first. We couldn't wait to retun to your beautiful villa, the gorgeous views and freindly people of St. Croix. We are looking forward to a return trip. |
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Bob & Barbara Heath, Annapolis, Maryland
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| 08/16/04 |
Positive
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I felt like a princess bride staying at the Royal Palms! A perfect place to romance, renew, relax and retreat.
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Barbara Jeter, Lou. KY
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| 08/04/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
8/2/04 Sent to owner via e-mail:
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! We were able to
romance, renew, refocus, revitalize in your paradise.
We just had a magical time at your home in St. Croix. You were right – reality far surpassed our dreams. We are so grateful and look forward to our next trip there as well!!
Thank you,
Chuck and Barbara Jeter
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Chuck & Barbara Jeter
Louisville, Kentucky
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| 07/24/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
Everyone else has spoken extensively about the beauty of this place. So
let me be the first to say this: the pen I am using to write this was
exactly where I thought it might be! Your thoughtful planning of the
actual living experience of your home is incredible and much
appreciated. From thousands of miles away you have anticipated
absolutely everything. We thank you for being such a caring host. Of
course the view, the decor, the gormet kitchen, the pool---very, very
nice. But the cigar cutter in the drawer next to the pantry---Amazing!!
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Jeff & Leah Millman
Baltimore, Maryland
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| 07/17/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
"Your home is warm,exciting and most relaxing."
"The decor is fabulous---Great Work!"
"P.S. Your books were delightful. I failed to mention just how romantic
the house is as well!!!"
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Rick & Sandra Wilson
Dallas, Texas
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| 07/07/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
June 10, 2004
Send to owner via e-mail:
Just wanted to drop you a quick note to tell you how much we all
enjoyed your house. We have traveled quite a bit around the world
and The Ritz in Maui had been our favorite up til your house. The
view from your place is just spectacular. Donna was a great help
getting us situated when we first arrived. That driving on the left
takes some getting used to but we managed.
Thanks again for everything!
Wayne & Mary
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Wayne & Mary Benson
Brockton, MA
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| 05/22/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM THE GUESTBOOK
"We were here after 9/11 in October 2001 and now 2 1/2 years later we
are back. We have decided to by some land on St. Croix in hopes of
creating our own paradise. In the meantime-we'll becoming back to
Royal Palms again.....and again!"
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Brian & Donna Roberts
Vienna, Virginia
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| 03/18/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 06/21/02
"Again we bid farewell to "Royal Palms", the place looks beautiful... We always know when we leave, we will be back."
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Joe & Gayle O'Connor
Laural, MO
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| 03/18/04 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/1/01
"You have exquisite taste in design,,,,"
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Marla Schacter
Passaic, NJ
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| 11/07/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/07/03
"We were her to celebrate our tenth anniversary and it was almost better than our honeymoon. The view is spectacular, especially at sunset. Very romantic, so to say."
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Tina & Olaf Castritius
Germany
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| 10/25/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 10/25/03
"From your exquisite sense of style, to the beautiful panorama, "Royal Palms" is truly world class."
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Stu & Christine
Washington DC
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| 09/20/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
THIS NOTE IS FROM A LETTER SENT DIRECTLY TO THE HOMEOWNER: 07/03
"Thank you for sharing Royal Palms. Your home is lovely, very tastefully decorated, and the view is just to die for! Our view was the best on island!"
"We had a wonderful time in a first class accomodation. I can't think of anything I would do differently or change. Perfection!"
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Barbara & Bob Heath
Annapolis, MD
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| 06/26/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
October 28, 2001
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 10/28/01
" "Royal Palms" swept us into fantasy land for nine glorious days. We have experienced many island villas and yours is definitely #1"
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Donna Roberts
Baltimore, Maryland
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| 06/26/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/29/03
"The views are breathtaking! We love your home. Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us"
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Harvey & Kim Fanlich
New York, New York
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| 06/26/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/09/02
"Royal Palms" that's just what it is "Royal". Your home is stunning & perfect in every way!"
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Darlene & Charlie Stoneham
Eatontown, NJ
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| 06/26/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 10/19/02
"It has been the most relaxing honeymoon. I think the best part has been knowing, no matter what daily adventures we had, that we would, by days end, be back here at Royal Palms".
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Samantha & Greg Bradford
St. Louis , MO
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| 06/26/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK
The following comments are from the original owners of Royal Palms who return each year.
01/16/03
"What a delight to be back in the house again. The landscaping looks absolutely great, the only thing missing is a parrot..."
01/13/02
"Back in 1984 when we bought this lot we knew we had the most perfect place on the island & we still feel the same. It is so nice to come back to the house and enjoy it."
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Sam & Carol Williams
Madison, Wisconsin
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| 06/24/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/23/01
"We have been coming to St. Croix for many years but this is the first time we have rented a house...WOW! We will never go back to the hotels."
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 11/29/02
"This is our third time at Royal Palms and I am beginning to feel this is our second home. We have been coming to St. Croix for 22 years and Royal Palms is by far my favorite spot"
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Judd & Bonnie Carhart
Baltimore, Maryland
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| 09/08/02 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 9/08/02
"We were married last weekend and this honeymoon has been the most perfect week of our lives. We continue to be in awe of this house, its views and this island. We truly feel we have found paradise!
Thank you for creating the sight of our dreams."
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Angela & kyle Bolduc
Chelsford NH
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| 08/23/02 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK; 8/23/02
"Travel can make you feel distant. Here we felt at home. We had a spectacular time with a spectacular view. May we meet again!"
under the same full moon we enjoyed this night!
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Jack Furlong
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| 03/24/01 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 3/24/01
"You do have a spot in paradise and we appreciate your sharing it with us. One more thought-you have a great agent in Donna Ford. She & her husband made everything easy for us."
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The Regans
Mc Lean, Virgiinia
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| 01/13/01 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 1/13/2001
"How many supurlatives can we include in one short paragraph? Everything we could possibly need or want was right here at our fingertips".
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The Leittmans
Prarie Village, Kansas
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| 01/02/00 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
FROM OUR GUESTBOOK: 1/02/2000
"...everything you could possibly hope for, the pool, the view of the water, tasteful decor, comfortable chairs, superior beds, thick towels,-THE FINEST OF EVERYTHING, oh, and good books to read!"
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Elaine Mitchell
Maine
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