Vacationing in a villa affords you a truly authentic St. Barth experience. Whether you choose one of the stunning hillside villas or a beachfront home, you will have comfort, privacy and the level of luxury you choose.

Awakening to breathtaking views, you can begin your day with a walk or a swim in your private pool. Then, perhaps you’ll visit one of the island’s fabulous little bakeries for your morning croissants. (Eat one there and take some home to enjoy with coffee on your deck.) Don’t forget to pick up a freshly baked baguette, perfect for a beach picnic later in the day.

Villas include daily maid service (with the exception of Sundays and French holidays) so you have but to relax and enjoy. How about a swim or lounging poolside with a good book? We would be happy to set-up an in-villa massage for you or you can just take a luxurious nap. Don’t forget to wake-up for sunset cocktails! A veritable St. Barth tradition that many villa residents opt to enjoy on their own private decks before heading out to one of the many chic restaurants for dinner.

The villas all have fully equipped kitchens, many fit for gourmet cooks, so dining-in is a popular option. Fresh produce is flown in daily. Whether you choose to cook yourself or have one of the island’s private chefs do the honors, we are sure it will be a memorable culinary experience.

Where To Stay on St Barts
Barts island is unique in the Caribbean, a magical paradise with one small city wrapped around a picturesque harbor, 22 uncrowded white sand beaches, dozens of excellent restaurants and cafes, and a friendly French population that welcomes visitors who respect its relaxed and understated ways. When thinking about where to stay in St Barts, there are a couple of key questions a visitor to SBH should ask themselves.

Beach or Hillside Villa?
Many people vacationing in the Caribbean look for a villa rental or hotel directly on the beach. St Barts island, however, is very different than most Caribbean islands. Being "on the beach" is not as easy, or as important. Why? First, the "best" beaches (generally considered to be Saline beach and Gouveneur beach) do not have villas or hotels on them; their appeal is that they are largely undeveloped. Second - the view. St Barts is very mountainous and the villas and hotels that are not on the beaches are generally perched on hillsides with incredible vistas. The view from these locations can be truly spectacular. That said, there are some terrific villas and hotels directly on the beach. For those that like the ocean to be mere steps away try St Jean beach or L'Orient beach.

Do you prefer a quiet location or one within walking distance to shops and restaurants?
St Barts is a mountainous and curvaceous island that you will need a car to navigate as there is no public transportation. This is not the type of place where you will hole up in your resort for a week venturing out by cab once or twice. No matter where you stay, you'll want a car to drive to the beaches, the restaurants and the shops. Exploring is part of the St. Barts experience. You can get anywhere on the island in about fifteen minutes. If having shops and restaurants within walking distance is important to you, look for lodging in villas or hotels in Gustavia or St. Jean.

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