What an incredible experience my husband and I had in June 2007 when we stayed at Nail Bay Resort. It was a last minute change of plans for our vacation that year and we were so very pleased with our decision. Kasha was extremely patient and willing to answer all our questions and make sure details including taxi pickup from the airport and a car rental were readily available, even with flight changes. We stayed in Drake’s Hideout, the studio apartment on the first floor and it was just perfect for the two of us. There was a family staying in the apartment above us but we hardly saw them at all that whole week. It was an exquisite view of the beach and ocean, with our own private pool. The beach was practically all ours that whole week, with only a few other people throughout the day. Snorkeling was SO fun and cheap through Nail Bay, lots of beautiful and unique ocean life. It was such a relaxing atmosphere and the staff were so accomodating. What’s so great too is that Virgin Gorda is a small island so we really got a chance to see a lot of it without feeling overwhelmed. And what a great option to have your own cooking facility, including a grill, and be able to buy your own food from the local markets. I can’t wait to go back!!! John David and Lauren Bowlby
My daughter, her best friend and I were very fortunate to have experienced the vacation of a life time when we stayed at Nail Bay this June (2008).My daughter and her friend are young adults (19 and 20 years old) and we three “girls” spent some quality girl time together.The girls stayed at one of the Mystic Water suites where they enjoyed their very own private pool.This was a big hit!The had the most outstanding view of the ocean from basically every location in their villa.The villa is layout so that when you wake up in the morning you start you day with the view of the ocean.You experience that same view when you dine in your kitchen, sit in your living room or lounge by the pool.
I had the privilege of staying at Sundowner.You really have to be there to appreciate the beauty of this villa.It’s decorate is very stylish while being very warm and welcoming. You have your own private pool with a lovely fountain or you can walk just a few yards to the beach and enjoy the sites and sounds that it has to offer. I strongly suggest going to the Nail Bay website and checking out the photo gallery for Sundowner.That will help you appreciate what a lovely place it truly is.
The girls and I spent much of our time just relaxing on the beaches, enjoying the snorkeling and checking out the underwater life.There is no shortage of beaches to explore and we did just that.Nail Bay has three beaches right on their properties, but there are also others close by.There are also some really cute shops in town if you are looking for a little break from the sun.
There is no need to venture out far for food unless you want to.The Sugarcane restaurant at Nail Bay is excellent. The food is delicious and the quality of the service superb.
I hope to return to Nail Bay again someday. It’s too beautiful not to.
We stayed at Drakes Hideout in the Studio apt. The island is absolutely beautiful. We’d go back in a heartbeat! It took a couple of days to relax from our busy lifestyle, but once we unwound, we were in absolute heaven. Devil’s Bay on the other side of the island was our favorite place to hang out. Crystal clear waters, beautiful beaches, super nice islanders… really nothing bad to say except the the occasional pot hole in the road! I’d recommend it to anyone!
My wife and I booked Nail Bay for our honeymoon after reading a multitude of wonderful reviews in NY Times, Travel & Leisure, etc. It is truly a hidden gem of the Caribbean. We first flew in to Puerto Rico, and arrived on Virgin Gorda via Air Sunshine. This is much quicker and easier than flying to Tortola and taking the ferry, and possibly cheaper. Upon arriving, we were met at the airport with our rental car, a four-wheel drive Suzuki, which was ours for the week. We then sped hurriedly to the resort to check in. DO NOT WORRY ABOUT THE ROADS…the dirt road leading to the resort is half-paved at best, but it actually enhances the experience. No, you cannot go 50 mph on these roads, but it’s easy to navigate. Kasha and the entire staff at Nail Bay are wonderful and go out of their way to see that your needs are met.
We checked in to our room, the Island Breeze aparment, and were immediately blown away. The bedroom was beautiful…the kitchen was fully-equipped…the deck was spacious…everything was even more beautiful than in the pictures.
The first night, we went to the market to get some supplies, and then to Rock Cafe for dinner. We then headed back to the resort, to relax on our porch and make some “boat drinks.” We sat back and chilled to Rolling Stones, Otis Redding, and Jack Johnson. PLEASE BRING SOME INSECT REPELLANT. The mosquitoes weren’t necessarily bad, but once they bite you, it will leave a nasty, itchy spot for about a week. They must have loved me and my wife. Most of the rooms supply the repellant, so don’t forget to be liberal in its usage.
The second day we hung out on Savannah Bay, which was beautiful. We were the only couple there for most of the day.
That night we went to Chez Bamboo, and had a wonderful dinner and then over to the Bath & Turtle for some drinks. The bartender was hilarious and we had a great time. The third day we traveled around the island, up to the top of the mountain and navigated some of the charming dirt roads. We also relaxed on Mountain Trunk Beach, Nail Bay’s own beach. We snorkeled here, and was impressed by the quality of the beach.
The third night, we decided to head to the Bath & Turtle again and partake in the buffet for dinner. The ribs and chicken were great.
We decided to go to bed early that night, so we’d be prepared for the next day’s journey…to the Baths. This has to be one of the greatest, most amazing sights I have ever seen. This is definitely a must see. The Baths provides world-class snorkeling. The caves, huge boulders, and beautiful coral entranced my wife and I for a number of hours. We then headed to a late lunch at the Top of the Baths restaurant, which was great for a beer and a salad. That night, after the long day, we decided to use our state of the art gas grill on our porch and grill some jerk chicken and fresh veggies. We sat around, listened to some more cool tunes, and had a terrific dinner. The last day on the island was relaxing. We traveled up to Leverick Bay, but were unimpressed. We quickly returned to Mountain Trunk beach, where we spent the remainder of the day.
The weather was hot but nice each and every day, with a strong breeze. The locals were so very nice and helpful, and never were we in fear of being a victim of some random crime.
Nail Bay truly is a hidden gem and a perfect location for the perfect honeymoon. My wife and I will definitely be back sooner rather than later.
Josh & Cara
Birmingham, AL
Hard to believe it’s been 3 years (this week) that we were at Nail Bay for a wonderful Honeymoon…it was just what we wanted..beautiful beaches and scenery, good restaurants, quiet and relaxation. Many people must stay away in September out of fear of hurricanes, but I guess we got lucky with the weather…it was perfect and we were often the only people on the various beaches. We can’t wait to go back to Nail Bay someday (we will even miss the unpaved road…it added an adventurous character to the location!).
We have stayed many places in the Islands, but our favorite is Nail Bay. Those beaches……the view….now, the great restaurant….and so many improvements. Where else can one find such privacy?
