The Grenadines are a group of islands sprinkled across what may be the most beautiful stretch of water in the Caribbean. Part of the Windward Island chain, the Grenadines drift southwesterly from St. Vincent, the largest of more than 30 islands that make up the nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Petit St.Vincent (better known locally as PSV) which lies 40 miles south of St.Vincent, is a paradise of softly rolling hills spread over 113 acres surrounded by two miles of white sand beaches, PSV has been tamed just enough to allow for the presence of 22 discreet and simple, yet luxurious cottages. Lying well off the tourist mainstream, PSV could be best described by what is not there. There is no airport, no formal check in, no keys. There are no televisions nor are there telephones in the cottages.

Above all however, there is privacy. Here, amid untouched nature and surrounded by warm, crystal -clear, turquoise water, one senses that the island is one's own.

The truly hermitic guest need never meet another visitor. Room service is available for all meals, either in your own cottage or at any other location on the island. Most guests however, choose to make use of the resort's beautiful bar and dining room for at least some of their meals.

The Grenadines are a group of islands sprinkled across what may be the most beautiful stretch of water in the Caribbean. Part of the Windward Island chain, the Grenadines drift southwesterly from St. Vincent, the largest of more than 30 islands that make up the nation of St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

Petit St.Vincent (better known locally as PSV) which lies 40 miles south of St.Vincent, is a paradise of softly rolling hills spread over 113 acres surrounded by two miles of white sand beaches, PSV has been tamed just enough to allow for the presence of 22 discreet and simple, yet luxurious cottages. Lying well off the tourist mainstream, PSV could be best described by what is not there. There is no airport, no formal check in, no keys. There are no televisions nor are there telephones in the cottages.

Petit St. Vincent is a paradox. One of the least known islands in the Caribbean, it is also one of the most highly praised.

Reviews

Hideaway Report
"Clear turquoise waters, coral reefs and a nearly continuous white sand beach encircle the peaceful outpost where resident owner Haze Richardson joyously carved out his timeless luxuriously informal resort."

Travel & Leisure
"…one of the most desirable hideaways in the Caribbean."

Vogue (U.K.)
"Petit St. Vincent is a hotel for those determined on privacy…I can think of no better place in the world to have a relaxing holiday."

Gourmet
"It is clear that great care has gone into creating this place of order and beauty."

BBC Video World
"It may be the dream you had at the travel agency…Even for the most cynical and travel weary, it is impossible to be less than eulogistic about the place…"

Country Inn
"Where the sun reigns and the guests are treated like royalty."

Caribbean Hideaways
by Ian Keown: "It may well be the most secluded, most private hideaway in the entire Caribbean."

Vogue (U.S.A.)
"A natural tranquilizer…Adapting to life on Petit St. Vincent is no problem…only leaving it is."

Los Angeles Times
"…one of the Caribbean's most luxurious resorts… Richardson built…the resort's 22 bungalows as though he intended to live in them himself."

Mirabella
"Flying a red flag means "Do Not Disturb",…as long as the red flag is up, no staff member will bother you…you are totally isolated. It's wonderful."

Caribbean Travel and Life
"Only 21 other lucky couples and a long-staying staff of 75 share the island with you…this resort will cosset you in its womb and guard your secrets.

Doctors Review
"Perfection in an island resort is something every travel writer dreams about. After two decades of searching, I may just have found it."
Distinction Magazine
"Do you require anything" asked the waiter.... We stared at him, then at each other, trying to identify some need, but we hopelessly, happily, failed."

PSV is not owned by a resort chain. It is the personal creation of Haze Richardson, who lives on the island with his wife Lynn and their seven yellow labs. Chances are he will be on the dock to greet you, and will often spend time chatting at the bar in the evening. Haze and Lynn's picture of what makes a perfect island hideaway permeates every detail of PSV. Petit St.Vincent is the Richardson's own home which they share with guests who return again and again.

In 1962 Haze finished his tour with the air force and with a flying buddy, Doug Terman, bought a yacht and sailed off into the horizon with no timetable or final destination. Their sailboat was the Jacinta, designed by Samuel Crocker and built in Massachusetts in 1931 of mahagony over oak frames. A seventy seven foot schooner, she had sitka spruce masts and magnificent lines. They sailed from New York to Bermuda and then headed south to the islands. En route, they met an agent who agreed to sell charters on their boat.

Their first customer was a Mr. H.W. Nichols and family of Cincinnati, to be picked up in Grenada and cruise to Martinique. During the three week cruise Mr. Nichols expressed a desire to purchase an island.

News from our hideaway.

Awards

Hideaway Report | December 1998 | Petit St. Vincent has just been named one of the top 20 small resorts in the world (under 50 rooms) by the prestigous Hideaway Report, which is a travel newsletter and is considered a connoisseur's worldwide guide to peaceful and unspoiled areas.

The honor of being named in our category is very gratifying as hotels are voted on by subscribers to the Hideway Report and to be one of the 20 favorite "Little Gems" is indeed an honor for Petit St. Vincent, and a reflection of our high standards and oustanding service to our guests.

Condé Nast Traveler Magazine | January 1999 | The management and the staff of Petit St. Vincent proudly announces to having received the 1999 golden award from Condé Nast Traveler magazine as one of the best places to stay in the whole world.

There are many places to stay around the globe but Petit St. Vincent resort lets travelers truly discover what we mean by outstanding service. You don't need a telephone or any other modern communication tool. Just hoist the flag. We are looking forward to seeing you soon.

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