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The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment

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Spa
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Limo or town car service available
  • Outdoor pool
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Castries
  • Place, Choiseul Arts and Crafts Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, beach near Village
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Pitons Management Area
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vieux Fort (UVF-Hewanorra Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment

The best local meals on island can be eaten at The Local Experience. The Local Experience is a family home (with children), the place to be for your home away from home vacation. This cozy space is perfect for your stay and you automatically become part of this big family. We are located in Riviere Doree, Choiseul (south of the island) close to all of the enjoyable sightseeing locations on our small island. The apartment is approximately 10 minutes walking distance to a quiet beach and river. We look forward to your stay!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9203383
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Choiseul

Choiseul is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Gros Piton and Sandy Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Diamond Falls and Mankote Mangrove. With windsurfing, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Castries

What's nearby

  • Choiseul Arts and Crafts Centre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • beach near Village - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Pitons Management Area - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Gros Piton - 17 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Sandy Beach - 21 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Vieux Fort (UVF-Hewanorra Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lushe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mama Tilly's Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rituals Coffee House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mango Tree - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Local Experience - Zaboka Apartment located?

This family-friendly Choiseul apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Choiseul Arts and Crafts Centre and La Maison Creole. Sandy Beach and Diamond Falls are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

pam p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

She made us feel welcome and safe

We enjoyed our short stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacob T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful experience!

This was a great place to stay while we were in St. Lucia. It was close to local attractions and not too far from the airport. The hosts made excellent food and were very gracious. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our first 2 nights in St Lucia here. Close enough to the airport and 2 min drive to grocery store. Very nice family and affordable option. Clean living space and quiet. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vince G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic Local Experience

Wonderful people, exceptionally clean. The meal of local cuisine was excellent after a long travel day. We would stay here again, begin your St.Lucia adventure here immersed in the local culture. We miss Lucy already.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best place to stay in St. Lucia

Our host and her family warmly welcomed us to their home, we had everything we needed, the kitchen was a great space and we were very grateful for the hospitality and support we had during our stay. The location is also perfect, not too far from the pitons and soufriere - we did go to the north but felt it wasn’t worth the trip and had all of most enjoyable time in the west. We had a life changing experience and we hope to come back soon be day and stay again. Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The name says it all

If you are expecting Sandals, this is not for you, but if you truly want to experience life among the locals, you will find nothing better. Our hosts could not have been more welcoming or better at including us in their family. We took part in local school activities, family outings, meals, shopping, fishing, and even church. The unit itself was fully functional and more than adequate for our needs; anything we needed, our hosts provided, even going so far as to provide us regularly with fresh fruit from their own trees. We believe that we will consider Alex, Winnie, McGarvin, and Lerona and their families friends for life.
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean, eco-friendly, & very relaxing!

If you are looking for The Local Experience of what it is really like living in St.Lucia, then this is the place to stay! The large apartment is clean and comfortable. I opted for their meal plan of both dinners and breakfasts and was not disappointed with the local cuisine. The multi-generational family that lives onsite takes great care of their property and their guests! Fruit trees everywhere, a small swimming pool to take a dip in is on the property or one can take a 5-minute walk to the salt-water beach or the fresh-water Doree River for a swim. This is an excellent place for a romantic get-away for couples who appreciate nature, as there is only one rental unit and dinners include tablecloths and candle light.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A lovely place to stay

As our holiday was self catering we were a bit apprehensive but once we got there all apprehension was dissolved. The hosts were just amazing and the property was what we expected and more. Its located near to most of the tourist attractions so even if we didn't have a car the local buses were quite regular, cheap and could take us almost anywhere. If you don't mind the sounds of crickets at nights and neighbouring cockerels to wake u up at mornings then you will be one with nature. Definitely the place to stay again if we were ever to go back to St Lucia.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lerona Alcindor

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I am a born and raised St. Lucian. Although, I am a full-time educator, I have a passion for hospitality. I am an outgoing and friendly individual, who will ensure that your stay is a fun-filled and memorable. My residence is located on the same property, which ensures that you will be able to reach me if any problems arise. In addition to living closely, I also work within walking distance of the place, approximately two minutes. If you need any assistance or information regarding tourist attractions as well as taxi services to and from the sites, I will happily assist you.

Why they chose this property

Like I mentioned earlier in the description, the Local Experience is truly your home away from home. My family and I are open to taking you and your family under our wings to ensure that the time you spend here in our island and in our home is one that is memorable while giving you your privacy.

What makes this property unique

We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner upon request and have in-house chefs if one needs a special occasion. There is a beach within 10 mins walk from the apartment. Upon request, your host can arrange taxi for tours, vehicles rentals for your stay, massage therapists, photographers and much more.

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English
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