we just got back last night. 77 West is very cool - nice vibe there. We had a beer one afternoon and on Valentines day we went with a group for a few drinks. I would say it is about a 30 minute to Calabash though. We stay in Villa Du Soleil and that is about a 15-20 minute walk. As for bugs - yes we saw them this year (a few cockroaches included). I think because it has been so wet there (they were pretty much flooded out in November from a hurricane and there is still a lot of water where I have never seen water before) that could be the reason. Mosquitos were not too big of a problem but we travel with deep woods off (with deet) so I am sure that helped. We have stayed at Jakes several times over the years - first time was when they only had four rooms! I have always liked Jakes, but it almost seems to be more of an all inclusive crowd any more. We thought 77 West had the vibe that Jakes did when it first opened - tourists and locals both at the bar. Whichever you choose you will have a great time. Happy anniversary - we are coming up on 36 this year.