Villa Amalia, St Martin. 

Villa Amalia is a six-bedroom masterpiece of luxury and island design. Part of a Guana Bay area of St. Martin, it is nestled into one of the more coveted neighborhoods and resides at the end of a peninsula that gazes out at stunning sea views. It relies heavily on a modern design that puts a premium on capturing the sunlight and sea breezes, and using a lot of white and sand hues to really maximize the airy feel of each interior or exterior space. Just a short distance from the beach, which can be easily reached on foot, it could be a one-stop destination. This is because it features a full array of household staff, including a butler, chef, house and grounds keeping teams, and a pool professional.

Clearly designed for luxury travelers, it offers a long list of stunning amenities throughout. A focal point is the expansive pool terrace that backs up to a series of lovely, furnished verandahs. The pool features three different depths and an innovative design that incorporates sun decks and gardens along with the verandahs that open up behind it. There are al fresco dining spots, outdoor living rooms, discreet benches, and many other spaces from which to enjoy the views. Most of the bedrooms also feature their own sunny terraces or shaded verandahs with sea views.

Just inside from the terraces visitors find the great room. This is decorated in a sleek, modern style with high white ceilings, terrazzo floors, and a wonderful array of art. The living room houses a massive banquette sofa and entertainment system, nearby is the impressive, gourmet kitchen that is available for use but which the chef will gladly inhabit in order to prepare delicious meals and drinks. An eat-in style kitchen, it also features a breakfast bar. Above the living room is a lounge with pool table, sitting area and enormous balcony facing the views.

The six bedrooms are all quite stunning and feature beautiful design and décor. They include entertainment systems, sitting rooms, king or queen beds, terraces and sea views, and luxurious ensuite baths. One is an enormous, apartment-like suite with kitchen, living room, and terrace.

When luxury is an essential, the Villa Amalia is the answer. Set in a beautiful and scenic part of the island, it features every possible amenity and the sort of household staff that will attend to visitors’ every need. It will easily become a flawless island retreat.