Known for its glitz, glamour, and gorgeous beaches, St Barths (also known as St Barts or Saint Barthélemy) is a small island in the French West Indies, perfect for a luxury villa holiday. With its blend of French sophistication and laid-back Caribbean culture, this small island is a popular destination amongst celebrities, jet-setters, and those who appreciate the finer things in life.
St Barths is home to some of the Caribbean’s most beautiful beaches, and a luxury villa rental can give you direct access to some of its best. Saline Beach is famed for its white sand, whilst the aptly-named Shell Beach has a carpet of delicate seashells. Anse des Flamands is picture-perfect with its calm, azure waters and swaying palm trees. In contrast, Gouverneur Beach and St. Jean are well-known for their chic beach clubs and lively atmosphere.
The port town and island capital, Gustavia, is a place to see and be seen. During the day, wander the pretty streets lined with red-roofed, French colonial-style buildings and explore the designer boutiques. Evenings can be spent moving from upscale restaurants to chic bars to exclusive nightclubs. Then head back to your luxury St Barths villa and let the gentle sea breeze and sounds of the waves lapping the shore lull you to sleep.
Dotted across the island, world-class restaurants serve everything from fresh seafood to French cuisine. Enjoy gourmet meals with ocean views at a white tablecloth restaurant or barefoot cocktails at a beach bar in the sand.
For water sports enthusiasts, St Barths is hard to beat. If you’re looking for a relaxing activity, take a leisurely paddleboard tour of the island’s coastline or explore the calm waters of Flamands Bay by kayak. If you’re seeking a more adrenaline-pumping experience, try windsurfing or kitesurfing in Grand Cul de Sac Bay, guided by the trade winds.
The island is also a paradise for nature lovers. Lush vegetation covers the island’s interior, with tropical rainforests in the east and dry shrubland in the west. Iguanas scuttle over rocks whilst red-tailed hawks soar overhead. Offshore, snorkellers and divers can spot snapper, barracuda, and the occasional sea turtle gliding across vibrant coral reefs.
Our private villas in St Barths boast sea views, infinity pools and top services; everything you need for a luxury Caribbean holiday.
See
- Long stretches of white sand against azure waters
- Vibrant coral reefs teeming with sea life
- The red roofs and pretty harbour of French-style Gustavia
Experience
- Sip cocktails at a beachfront bar as the sun sets
- Enjoy thrilling water sports in the warm waters
- Indulge in gourmet restaurants, from French to West Indian cuisine
