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Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat

Newfoundland Estate, Rosalie, Dominica
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Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

We had the opportunity to have a very pleasant stay at Mermaid's Secret in early June 2013. The property itself is wonderful, being located at the juncture of three rivers. The swimming hole on the property is truly idyllic -- it has to been seen to be believed! -- and there's a great bar area that overlooks the river. We... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

We had a lovely stay at Mermaid's Secret. Which is not only in the middle of the rainforest, near a really beautiful natural pool but also a much more pleasant climate than other places on the coast. Tim and Sam went out of their way to make our stay there great. We could enjoy their cooking and eat as if... More

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Worldly
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 June 2013

I have wanted to go to Dominica for years and finally I went in April, by myself, for a week of relaxing and hiking. Tim and Sam were friendly, helpful and generally just made me feel very much at ease. Even though the photos make this place look great, they just don't do it justice! The natural vibe of the... More

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Boston, Massachusetts
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We stayed at Mermaid's Secret for five nights and definitely weren't ready to leave at the end of our trip. Owners Tim and Sam were extremely friendly and helpful, full of advice on where to go and how to get there. They definitely improved our already wonderful time in Dominica! We stayed in the yurt and loved it. In case... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for this very kind and helpful review of your stay here at Mermaids Secret. The nesting turtles are definitely a highlight for many of our guests. More

Antigua
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

I can warmly recommend staying with Sam and Tim at Mermaid’s Secret located near Morne Trois Pitons National Park. They have lovely cottages (and a yurt!) for rent by a river, with some splendid swimming opportunities in the natural pool just down the path. Each cottage has a kitchenette and bathroom – there’s even hot water shower, which is luxury... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for this kind review. The giant leatherback turtles nest between march and july and is an incredible experience More

Tortola
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 via mobile

What an amazing place! So quaint and quiet. We were there for 4 Days and wished we woulld've stayed longer. The owners Sam and Tim were very helpful, Tim even offered to take us on a hike to the Boiling Lake. This place is definitely a home away from home and my boyfriend and I would definitely recommend this place... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. The Mermaid Pool is definately a good place to cool off at the end of the day. More

London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Where to start? Do I sing of the beauty of the Mermaids pool? Express my wonder at the beautiful view from our cabin? How do I express the tranquility and warm atmosphere of our little piece of heaven named Mermaids Secret - because that's what it was, our own little piece of heaven! From the moment we arrived we were... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for such a kind and helpful review and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay here. It was great fun for us too and the trip to the boiling lake was for me one of my favourites....and I've done a few! More

London
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013 via mobile

Dominica itself is amazing (rainforest, waterfall, secret beaches, hummingbirds ...) and staying at Mermaid's Secret made the trip even more memorable and special. Tim and Sam do a great job in making your stay comfortable and stress-free (a challenge for anyone staying at Dominica!). Be it climbing up the trees for coconuts, trekking across the near-impossible valley of desolation, providing... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for taking the time to share your experiences. More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

We stayed at Mermaid's Secret for four nights of our honeymoon, and the whole experience was so wonderful that we knew we had to come back – and when we had difficulties with some other accommodation towards the end of our trip, we were lucky enough to be able to! Tim and Sam are incredibly welcoming and great fun, and... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

It was great to welcome you back so soon during your visit to Dominica. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us so much and our hike to the boiling lake together was a great day out for me too:) More

popejohnpaul3
2 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

We spent three days at Mermaid's Secret early April. It was a great place to stay. Tim and Sam make you feel welcome right away (even when arriving at midnight, like we did). They are great hosts and staying with them, and having dinner with them, was a very pleasant experience indeed. The site itself is magical; tucked away in... More

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MermaidsSecret, Owner at Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat, responded to this review
2 June 2013

Thank you for taking the time to wright a helpful review of your stay with us. The banana bread is coming on nicely with practice. You'll have to bring some of yours to compare as we would love to welcome you back of course. More

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Additional Information about Mermaid's Secret - Riverside Retreat

Address: Newfoundland Estate, Rosalie, Dominica
Region: Caribbean > Dominica > Saint David Parish > Rosalie
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
Ranked #1 of 1 Speciality lodging in Rosalie
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Mermaid's Secret currently offers a choice of accommodation options in either stylish, comfortable and fully equipped cabins or fully fitted Yurts for the more discerning camper. Located in the beautiful, lush Dominican rainforest on a site surrounded on three sides by three rivers with pools suitable for bathing and a riverside bar. ... more   less 

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