Spa Review- A Gem is Found By Andrea and Glenn Bernstein (Anton Newspaper-The Blvd.-11/02) In the shadow of the Roslyn clock tower lies a hidden gem-an intimate and charming day spa where candlelight massage is the order of the day. As you enter…your host, owner Rick Joseph greets you with warmth and a generous amount of information about what to expect and how to enjoy the experience. There is a refreshing lack of attitude here. You are escorted to your private suite where the aroma of scented candles and the sounds of natural environments take you away. As a couple, you are introduced to the two professional massage therapists that will be kneading and soothing your bodies for the next hour. Your host, Rick, takes the time to show you all the available amenities in the suite, that include: private steam/shower, (with piped in music), lush bathrobes, audio and visual systems for your personal selection-and elegantly set table for two at which you will be enjoying your dinner later in the evening. The massage follows and what a surprise! The quality of the massage was among the best we’ve had. Far better than one would expect from a local day spa-better still than some of the more expensive well-known spas. The two therapists focused on the individuals, with no more or less conversation than we encouraged-and with great touch that felt professional yet not mechanical. We both agreed that the massages were fantastic. The therapists then left us alone to enjoy the surroundings, a steam shower, relaxing foot bath and warm neck roll. We sat at the table, sipped wine and perused the select dinner menu from the Jolly Fisherman, right next door. Dinner was served by a tuxedoed waiter and we ate by candlelight, in our robes. Dessert and tea were served and we were again left alone to relax and talk. (For those who choose-the media selections include cable TV, DVDs, audio CDs-even a PC with high speed web access for those e-mail junkies out there.) As our session ended, we were again escorted by Rick who seemed to be very sincere in wanting to know our feedback about the experience.This former CPA turned spa entrepreneur shows a real knack for service and attention to detail. In addition to the suite, The Village Spa has three other charming rooms where services range from various types of massage, body treatments and facials. What is particularly unique about this spa besides the suite that feels like you are in a hotel room with amenities, is the fact that the village spa features couples services and ladies’ night out-where women come for an evening and occupy the entire spa for any services listed on the menu. Also, the place has a feel of a combination of L.A. and N.Y.C. The experience is a great way to get away from the pace of everyday life and for a couple, a chance to get to know each other again. We would absolutely recommend this spa. The Village Spa 516-621-7272 17 Main Street, Historic Roslyn Village