Dunes

La Grande Saline - one of St. Barth’s most exquisite beaches - is home to one of its most private and luxurious vacation homes, Villa Dunes. This gorgeous estate, set amidst 2.5 acres of lush tropical gardens, cascades over a hillside and offers a panorama of Saline’s turquoise waters. The main house is configured over three levels and includes the pool levels, a first-floor master bedroom suite, spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, and two kitchens. One, air-conditioned, is designed for the professional chef to cook for a crowd easily; the other, sleek and open, is adjacent to the outside dining area. A high bar makes it perfect for snacking and casual dining. The top-level includes a second master bedroom suite with a sweeping view of the ocean and the grounds and two guest bedrooms with baths en suite. Both have lovely views and one has access to a private deck. The decor is striking - ultra-contemporary and styled for comfort - with a palette of crisp whites and soft natural tones. And every techno amenity is included.

The six bedrooms (four in the main villa) boast TVs with US Satellite; French Satellite; Apple TV and SONOS. Two one-bedroom guest villas are 300 feet from the main house and accessed by a curving stone staircase. These provide a nice option for additional guests or staff. The larger of the two has its own living room and fully equipped kitchen and the other features a lovely covered terrace opening on to a garden. Villa Dunes has two heated pools; an 80-foot lap pool, and a 40-foot pool with graded access, making it ideal for family fun. Keeping fit can be easily incorporated into the vacation agenda benefit of a well-equipped, air-conditioned gym. Spacious decks are terraced around the pools with chaises for relaxing and enjoying the view of the ocean and the gardens with their bougainvillea and coconut trees. Grand Saline Beach is accessible via a short walk – up, and then down a hill. Voilà! You're there.