Caprice

The villa Caprice is a gorgeous refurbished four-bedroom home, and is one of our must-see Barbados vacation rentals. You’ll find it located directly on the platinum sandy beach with stunning views of the water. The island of Barbados offers a perfect balance of West African, English and Caribbean culture along with stunning beaches and scenery.

Relax on a comfy lounger on the villa’s private wooden terrace surrounded by mature trees and tropical vegetation. The covered portion of the patio features a coral stone table and is an ideal location for an alfresco meal. From here, you will have direct access to the beach through a private gate. If you’d rather stay closer to home, there’s also a second more secluded terrace with a plunge pool and water feature that lights up beautifully at night.

This Colonial-style villa has been beautifully refurbished with marble flooring and high-end fixtures throughout. The airy living room is done in soothing tones of beige, brown and creams and includes multiple seating areas, plush sofas. It also opens up to the verandah through large French doors that show off garden and sea views. The fully equipped kitchen features custom cabinetry, a tall, wooden ceiling and marble countertops.

The villa’s four bedrooms will comfortably sleep up to eight guests; two are found on the main level with the remaining two upstairs. Both bedrooms on the top floor (including the master king sized suite), boast private balconies with sea views. All sleeping quarters include air conditioning, a ceiling fan and private en-suite bathrooms.

With close access to the beach, you will be able to spend lots of time sunbathing and snorkeling in the clear waters along the reef. A 10-minute drive brings you to historic Speightstown, where you can spend time shopping in boutique stores, lounging at cafes and dining at elegant restaurants.

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Kishti on Meads West

Gorgeous, mile-long Meads Bay is now the venue of choice for island foodies with its array of beachy and upscale restaurants, bars, anchored at each end of the beach by 5-star resorts – all within easy strolling distance of the new Kishti 5 bedroom beach enclave. The newcomers, designed by renowned international Interior Architects Cecconi Simone Inc., echo the style and verve of Kishti Black Garden but with more of everything – five bedroom villa, two kitchens, rooftop and patio gardens, home theater and home office (with complimentary phone calls to the U.S. and Canada). Above all, they have non-intrusive but supremely attentive service by a Full staff to ensure the full, pampering, no-effort-spared “Kishti Experience”

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Villa Shangri-La

Hidden away from the outside world, this romantic retreat is an oasis of comfort, luxury and privacy. Named after the mythical earthly paradise of legend, Villa Shangri-La endeavors to bring fiction to life. Stylish Moorish-influenced architecture marries perfectly with the spacious tropical gardens. A dazzling free-form pool stretches alluringly before you, at its center an inviting hot tub. A retinue of servants are on hand to cater for your every whim. This is the perfect venue for exclusive weddings or a sanctuary from day-to-day pressures and prying eyes.

The gated, secluded Villa Shangri-La provides absolute privacy while giving you access to the classic Casa De Campo lifestyle. Golf and relaxation can play central roles in your vacation. From your spacious terrace you can overlook the world-renowned Teeth of the Dog golf course. Across the bridge over the azure pool lies your rejuvenating hot tub and by its side an intriguing pavilion. Here you can enjoy a range of soothing spa and massage treatments in complete seclusion.

Villa Shangri-La is a masterful example of luxurious open plan living. This fabulous fusion of Moorish, Oriental and Caribbean influences is designed to effortlessly blend exquisite comfort with culture. Step through its arched doorways and you’ll be greeted by intriguing art and unique furniture. Relax in feather-soft sofas or lounge in the impressive media room and be transported away from your day-to-day reality. Enjoy al fresco dining on the vast covered terrace against the backdrop of blue skies and crimson sunsets.

Spread over two spacious floors, the villa’s six bedrooms have been created to combine elegance with modern flourishes. All of them are air-conditioned to temper the tropical heat of high summer. Each boasts a gleaming en-suite bathroom embellished by Asian touches or Moorish tiles. Three ground floor rooms feature glorious jetted tubs and outdoor showers. After a busy day exploring or lazy hours by the pool they are perfect havens to return to and simply unwind.

From your exclusive Punta Aguila enclave in Casa De Campo you can experience a range of magnificent Dominican highlights. Close to home gain an insight into the sport of Polo while within minutes you can be wandering along the unblemished sandy beach at La Minitas. This stretch of the Dominican Republic’s coastline is a Mecca for golfers. The legendary Pete Dye has designed a string of challenging courses, all within less than 10 minutes’ drive of your villa. Tee off at The Links and Dye Fore or pitch up at La Romana and Teeth of the Dog, two of the best right on your doorstep.

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The Palace

Breathtaking, majestic and mystical are just a few words to describe The Palace, an exquisite villa nestled between a pristine white sand beach and virgin rainforest. Located in Playa Grande in the Dominican Republic, this magnificent seaside setting combined with regal service will make your holiday a journey into the romance and grandeur of another century. This villa is a hideaway with acres of tropical gardens, shimmering ocean and golden sands. Find yourself at this enchanting escape and experience complete serenity.

The Palace has been created exclusively for those who know there is so such thing as too much luxury. Lush rainforests, sparkling blue ocean views and beautiful beach areas greet you when you arrive at this idyllic retreat. Go for a dip in the pool with swim-up bar, or jump into the heated Jacuzzi. Our guests experience the ultimate in nurturing with massages, facials and body treatments at the private spa overlooking the magnificent oceanfront vistas. Tired after a long day of swimming? Take a nap on one of the many hammocks. With a full staff with housekeeper, chef, butler, manager and security guard, you’ll have all your needs met at The Palace.

The Palace boasts grandiose decor and truly feels like a palace at every corner. Enjoy the fully equipped kitchen featuring blender, microwave, food processor, juicer, coffee maker and tabletop grill. Local cuisines, traditional entertainment and eclectic choices are what help make your stay memorable, relaxing and replenishing.

With a total of thirteen bedrooms and thirteen en-suite bathrooms, The Palace accommodates up to twenty-six guests. Enjoy one of the three master suites including king bed, en-suite bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, sitting area and a balcony with sea view. Let the ocean breeze lull you to sleep!

Only a jaunt to Playa Grande Campo de Golf and Playa Grande Beach, you can enjoy a plethora of beach and outdoor activities including surfing, snorkeling, golfing, body boarding, hiking and relaxing at the spa. The Palace at Playa Grande makes a perfect location for small weddings, honeymoons and romantic luxury getaways. A perfect mix of personalized service and serenity, The Palace is an ideal tropical setting for vacation moments you will cherish for years to come!

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Manoir de Lorient

This renovated luxury home sits on the hillside in Lorient, and is one of our most historic St. Barts villa rentals. Discovered in 1493 and settled by French colonists in 1643, the island of St. Barts is a tropical paradise with unspoiled beaches that attract the rich and famous from around the world.

Surrounded by manicured gardens you and your guests can unwind in privacy on the exotic wooden terrace and courtyard. Its centerpiece is a swimming pool large enough to practice your backstroke that also boasts dramatic lighting in the evening. A heated jet tub with room for four is the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of champagne under the stars, meanwhile a daily housekeeping service (except for Sundays and holidays), ensures the place stays spotless during your stay.

The villa’s living space is divided between multiple bungalows, all boasting walls that open up to the gardens and courtyard. The main living space is found in a bungalow featuring dark blue furnishings, soaring ceilings and wooden accents. There’s plenty of seating, as well as garden views and a stand up piano. In the well-equipped gourmet kitchen you’ll find appliances like a dishwasher, microwave and even an espresso machine.

Each of the villa’s five bedrooms are located in separate bungalows, allowing for up to ten guests—all boast a contemporary, minimalist decor and either garden or terrace views. The master, king-sized bedroom includes a large en-suite bathroom and an alfresco shower. The remaining four bedrooms all feature a queen-sized bed.

Just steps from the white-sand Lorient beach you and your guests can enjoy time in the sun and in the surf. A two minute drive brings you to some restaurants as well as a supermarket, and the town of Gustavia, just 10 minutes away, offers plenty of boutique shopping, restaurants and entertainment.

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BWH – La Fleur de Mer

From the moment you enter La Fleur de Mer’s prestigious front gate, boasting steps edged with cascading water, you’ll know you’ve discovered unprecedented levels of luxury. Perched high in the Colombier hills and offering views across all of St. Barts, this villa integrates traditional colonial architecture into the island’s natural features.

The back terrace stretches the length of the main home and offers you a stunning panoramic view of the Caribbean Sea. Enjoy a fresh breakfast al fresco while watching boats skim across the water below. Soak up the afternoon sun on a cushioned chaise then float along in one of the island’s largest infinity pools. Relax in the shade provided by numerous palm trees that flank the terrace.

Inside, rich mahogany décor, combine with vaulted ceilings and fine art to create an ambiance of colonial elegance. Sink into a living room chair and enjoy an incredible ocean view. The fully-equipped kitchen is ideal for creating memorable meals and is equally suited for catered events. The air conditioned library, which also features an entertainment system and a comprehensive fitness room is housed in its own unit off the main house.

Pass the courtyard’s koi pond you’ll encounter 4 of the the 5 bedrooms. Each has its own en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, ceiling fan and deck. Off the main terrace is the Master bedroom, surrounded by colourful bougainvillea flowers. Inside you’ll find a 4-poster bed and fine Kenzo fabrics. His and hers dressing rooms lead to an en-suite bathroom featuring indoor and outdoor rain-head showers and the private terrace has a Jacuzzi bath.

Villa Fleur de Mer is the perfect jumping-off point for many activities. Hike down the nearby trail to Colombier beach and spend the afternoon swimming and snorkeling. Visit the village of Flamands for authentic Creole cuisine or sip a delicious rum cocktail. The shopping, restaurants and nightlife of Gustavia are a short drive away. St. Jean is also about a 15 minute drive and is home to some off the islands most iconic beaches.

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