This was our second time, both coming to Orchid Bay and staying at Karen and Pernell's casita. There are several key reasons we chose to repeat the trip. For one, Orchid Bay is remote and relaxing, a place to unplug and unwind. This trip, we reconnected with many people from the development who we had met the first time we came. There's a great sense of community. We felt welcome from the moment we inquired about the casita, as the owners proactively communicate, and also put us in touch with others in the development who can help with everything from airport transportation to assistance with daytime excursions. The casita itself is literally about 20 feet from the shoreline, so with the windows open at night you can hear the soft, rolling waters of the bay. It's an easy place to feel at peace - and it's worth noting that this is one of the few places you'll find where you can be "off the grid" but still safely drink the tap water, thanks to good infrastructure.