Staying Rupa's White Orchid Villa was the best idea ever to get a full idea of the lay of the land in Hopkins. The villa is nestled beautifully along the Sittee River, Jungle and a few miles from the beach and Hopkins village. We had Elton Andrews (who owns Travellers Palm restaurant & Bar-a must try if you love stuffed peppers and wings) pick us from our own private dock one morning and take us down the river out to the sea to enjoy the morning snorkeling and relaxing on a tiny Island across the way. We enjoyed playing with the pup that was on the property. I was even able to roller skate on the lower porch area. And thank you for having such a functional kitchen. The whole week was just magical. We came to see if we could make Hopkins home for us and staying at Rupa's villa sealed the deal. We are all in! Sittee River, here we come. Bug spray in hand.