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Sea-U Guest House

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<p><strong>What's It's Like:</strong> From the front, this hideaway on the island's east coast doesn't look like much, but out back is a two-story plantation-style hotel with seven simple rooms cooled by island breezes. Opened by friendly former travel writer Uschi Wetzels, this place isn't for everyone—there's no air-conditioning or television, guests share a single phone, and mosquito repellent can come in handy at sunset. Easygoing Americans and Europeans get to know each other over family-style meals, and entertainment is provided by the wandering resident cat and monkeys playing in the trees.</p> <p><strong>Why It's a Bargain:</strong></p> Located in the fishing village of Bathsheba near beaches with stunning rock formations and some of the best surfing in the world.</p>

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From Travel + Leisure , DEC 2008

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From Travel + Leisure , DEC 2003

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Last updated December 2008