I'm writing this review because I think that the ratings people give Nisbet are too high and people considering staying here need to be aware of some important issues. The rooms are nice (although ant infested), the food is good, and the staff is great...But, it is VERY windy and the beach is unswimmable due to seaweed in the water. NP makes a huge selling point of being the only plantation on the ocean, but the water is FILLED with seaweed and you can't sit on the beach comfortably due to the high winds. To me, friendly staff and good food can't make up for this. I go to the Caribbean to enjoy the warm ocean water and sit on the beach and I couldn't do this here.

The Nisbet is a classy and refined hotel set on beautiful and expansive grounds. The beach is a short walk from most guest cottages and is very private and comfortable as is the seaside pool. Our stay was for seven nights during January 2008 and we enjoyed every day. The clientele is upscale but not pretentious - mix of British and Americans (adults). All of the Nisbet staff are well trained and very friendly and go out of their way to provide the highest level of personal service. The breakfast selection is extensive and three course dinner menu filled with a nice variety of choices every evening (typically a chicken, meat, pasta and seafood selection). The main dining room is elegant and perfect for a quiet and delicious dinner after day at the beach. Restaurants near the beach for breakfast and lunch comfortable and pleasant and afternoon tea a nice late afternoon break for those who might enjoy a spot of tea and scones. The superior rooms are nicely decorated with bath amenities, robes and hair dryer. The small gym has bike and treadmill for those inclined to work out after a few nights of great desserts. The Nisbet is an ideal location for those looking for a vacation of quiet rest and relaxation - reading a good book or just enjoying the ocean view from the beach or poolside. By the way, we have stayed in prior years at the Four Seasons Nevis which has an active children's program (and a lot of noisy kids). The Nisbet was a welcome change. We look forward to returning to the Nisbet.

We found Nisbet through Destination Weddings - an online agency that was great for assisting with all wedding details.

It was perfect - small resort, wonderful staff, great beach setting and the weather is pleasant all year round. We were married on the beach at the resort and spent 6 days there with 11 of our guests.

We had an incredible setting - the staff took care of every detail although I was worried as they seemed to casual and relaxed about it. In the end everything was perfect and we wouldn't have changed a thing...

This is the place to unwind and relax - not a party atmosphere unless you are bringing the party with you.. they close the bar down when the last guest leaves, dinner is leisurely and relaxed and the beach and pool was always quiet with plenty of chairs to choose from.

The Great House staff was wonderful - every dinner was a relaxing, upscale evening to be enjoyed. Breakfast was good, service was Caribbean slow but that was fine with us as they were always pleasant and friendly.

Lunch was the only exception - service was slow, not as good as the rest of the staff at the resort. We also would have like regular service to the pool and beach areas. The staff was willing to come by but didn't do it often...

The rooms were beautiful and comfortable - most cottages have 2 rooms side by side so while you may have neighbors it is still very private. None of the rooms have a tv or alarm clock. As a matter of fact, only 1 clock at the resort and only 1 tv, which was fine with us! We found that gathering at the Great House to watch football was much more fun than sitting in our rooms alone...

If you don't see it - ask! The staff will arrange a bonfire or dinner on the beach, stargazing, tours, horseback riding... anything you can think of! They were incredibly thoughtful and accomodating.

I could go on and on and on about the resort... please contact me if you have any questions but if you are considering an island wedding - THIS IS THE PLACE!

Staying at the Nisbet Plantation was a wonderful experience. We were especially impressed with the food. The dinners that Chef Tony prepared and the desserts made by Virgilio, the Pastry Chef, were absolutely delicious - the desserts almost looked too beautiful to eat!