Jade Mountain

For couples and families seeking memorable adventures, Jade Mountain and its neighboring resort, Anse Chastanet, span over 600 acres of lush jungle to explore. A short journey down to Anse Chastanet’s crescent-shaped beach rewards guests with calm waters ideal for snorkeling, while a cliffside path leads to Anse Mamin, a secluded second beach surrounded by verdant coconut palms. The resort’s efficient transportation – including water taxis to Anse Mamin – ensures guests have access to both beaches.

Those with a taste for adventure can join guided tours of the nearby Anse Mamin Plantation, where knowledgeable guides bring history to life amidst the remnants of an 18th-century sugar plantation. Bike trails crisscross the area for invigorating jungle rides, or guests may \walk through the tropical landscape, encountering vivid red ginger flowers and small, curious lizards.

From Anse Chastanet beach, Jade Mountain’s Scuba St. Lucia offers five-star snorkeling and scuba experiences, guiding guests through vibrant coral reefs at the base of the Pitons and beyond. Water sports abound with kayaking, sailing aboard the resort’s private yacht Serenity, and deep-sea fishing. For a relaxed evening, guests can savor a jazz-themed sunset cruise on the 60-foot catamaran Scuba St. Lucia.

Dining at Jade Mountain is a celebrated experience led by renowned Executive Chef Allen Susser. Known for his “Jade Cuisine,” Chef Susser crafts menus that highlight the flavors of the Caribbean, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients, many grown right on the property. From multi-course tasting menus to private, candle-lit dinners overlooking the Pitons, the culinary journey here is nothing short of exquisite.

Jade Mountain presents a rare opportunity to experience ultimate seclusion and romance, with no detail overlooked and every moment steeped in the beauty of St. Lucia’s landscapes and culture. 

At my early morning breakfast, I felt as if I was waking up with the Pitons. With each sip of locally grown coffee, the light on the Pitons and the bay became more pronounced as the sun rose over the eastern mountains. With an extensive menu of offerings that included seafood delicacies, fine baked goods, a bevy of rich sauces over eggs, gorgeous fresh fruit and berries, and delicious health and energy selections I found the temptations overwhelming. There’s an air of friendliness and casual comfort during breakfast at the Jade Mountain Club which is welcoming, relaxing, and remarkable in light of the precise service and formal presentations. James Beard award-winning chef Allen Susser has created ‘Jade Cuisine’ for the Jade Mountain Club. Executive chef Stefan Goehcke’s innovative fusion of the Caribbean’s richly diverse cuisines with seasonal and local products and produce is elegant in its refrain as the chef allows the inherent flavors to prevail over secondary seasonings. Dinner is a marvelous affair, often lasting nearly 2 hours and including an amuse-bouche, fine wines and spirits, and divine desserts. My course selections included the Caribbean flared Foie gras with plantains, truffle risotto, and then a delicate sautéed Lionfish – each dish was perfect! Highly personable, to the guests who want to engage, and respectful of guests who want romantic privacy the wait staff seems to move with seamless synchronicity through the open-air dining room. Cocoa trees are grown on the resort’s estate and at the onsite chocolate lab, the cocoa is processed into the chocolate served, and sold, exclusively at Jade Mountain. Needless to say, I choose a chocolate dessert to cap my culinary experience. The Chocolate Laboratory offers guests the opportunity to participate in making chocolate and chocolate fanatics can indulge themselves with chocolate body treatments at the resort’s spa.