VIEW FROM PRIVATE GARDEN. LARGE TABLE FOR 8. ALSO CHAIRS, SOFA, &COFFEE TABLE.
Location: Orient Bay, St Maarten, St. Martin (St Maarten), Caribbean (20 Minutes from Princess Julianna Airport to Orient Baie) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Private Villa-contact owner for special rates.
Villa "Joie de Vie" is a privately owned, 3 BR, fully air conditioned, detached villa with private pool, outdoor shower/rinsing, and sunbathing areas, (no clothes, no problem!) and just steps from Orient beach. It is "at grade" which means there are no stairs to climb, and 3 private parking spaces are at the entrance. Very handicap and child friendly. There are 2 king bedrooms which share one double sink- full bathroom. One queen bedroom with sliders adjacent to pool, and with semi-private full bathroom. Additionally, there is a powder room just off the living room area. All furnishings are mostly wood, and very high quality. There is a full kitchen with numerous amenities, and table/bar seating for eight. Also, there is wireless internet access and 120 volt power strips for your convenience in this 220 volt region of the island. A safe for your valuables is also included. This villa is in the heart of the Baie Orientale community which has 24 hour security for added safety. Additionally, this community is gated with manned security at night.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : THROUGHOUT ENTIRE VILLA!
- Linens Provided : BEACH TOWELS ALSO INCLUDED. MAID SERVICE INCLUDED- BEGINNING, MIDWEEK, AND FINAL CLEANING.
- Washer : INSIDE THE VILLA
- Off Street Parking : PRIVATE PARKING FOR 3 CARS A FEW STEPS FROM THE DOOR.
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : SOFA CONVERTS TO DOUBLE BED
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : AMERICAN SATELLITE TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool : INCLUDES WALKAROUND DECK AND LOUNGE CHAIRS. ALSO PRIVACY FENCING, AND OUDOOR SHOWER/RINSING AREA
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : COMBINATION GAS/ELECTRIC STOVE/OVEN, COFFEE MAKER, BLENDER, TOASTER, AND 110 VOLT POWER STRIPS
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : INCLUDED ARE ALL NECESSARY UTENSILS.
- Deck/Patio : COVERED TILED PATIO AREA WITH CEILING FAN, LARGE DINING TABLE AND CHAIRS FOR 8. ALSO A GROUPING OF LOVE SEAT, 2 CHAIRS, AND COFFEE TABLE FOR COMFORTABLE DINING AND RELAXING. TIKI TORCHES AROUND PRIVATE POOL TO AUGMENT ISLAND ATMOSPHERE.
- Lanai
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : LIVING ROOM AND MBR
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : INCLUDED, ALSO 110 VOLT POWER STRIPS FOR CHARGING OF COMPUTER, CELL PHONE ETC. BATTERIES.
- Other Amenities
- PRIVATE SUNNING/LOUNGING AREA WITH POOL, LARGE OUTDOOR TABLE AND 8 CHAIRS, LOUNGE CHAIRS, IN ROOM SAFE, 2-220 VOLT HAIR DRYERS A-C THROUGHOUT, CEILING FANS AND INSECT SCREENS THROUGHOUT VILLA, 160 STEPS TO WAIKIKI AND COCO BEACH, NUMEROUS ACTIVITIES AND FULL RANGE OF RESTAURANTS WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE. THE RENTAL AGENT IS ALSO WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Allowed : OUTSIDE ONLY, PLEASE.
- Smoking Not Allowed : PLEASE, NO SMOKING INSIDE OF VILLA.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Other Activities
- CATAMARAN CRUISES, WINDSURFING, KITE SURFING, ZIP-LINING, HORSEBACK RIDING, AND BUTTERFLY FARM NEARBY.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season: Apr 15-Dec 22 .. $1900/Week
High Season: Jan 05-Apr 15 .. $2600/Week
Peak Season: Dec 22-Jan 05 .. $3900/Week
These Rates Only Apply If Booking Direct with Owner from This Site.
Extra Night from 275.00/night CONTACT OWNER TO NEGOTIATE SPECIAL RATES.
BEST RATES IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER!!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Good Dates Avail! Steps from Orient Beach! Villa Joie De Vie
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Orient Bay
I've been to most of the popular destinations in the Caribbean. Since first traveling there in 1986, I knew it was the right island for me.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
It's nice knowing the beautiful soft white sand beach is a short stroll away, and the finest restaurants are a 5 minute drive from the villa. There are also no less than 20 restaurants with a complete variety of menus and price ranges within walking distance from the villa.
Owner's Map of Orient Bay
I am a mechanical contractor living in Maryland, USA. We like to travel mostly to beach destinations, which is why we bought in St Martin, and locally in Ocean City Maryland. We also own a week 6 timeshare at Cottages Lonvilliers in Anse Marcel. Please contact me if you are interested in renting there.
Property Photos
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- VIEW FROM PRIVATE GARDEN. LARGE TABLE FOR 8. ALSO CHAIRS, SOFA, &COFFEE TABLE. - St Maarten Vacation
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- VIEW OF POOL AND PATIO AREA. ALL PRIVATE. - St Maarten Vacation
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- CEILING FAN IN COVERED PATIO AREA - St Maarten Vacation
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- DINING/ KITCHEN AREA WITH AMPLE SEATING FOR 8
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- LIVING AREA WITH COMFORTABLE SEATING FOR 7
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- KITCHEN AREA WITH COMPLETE AMENITIES
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- VIEW FROM BR 3 INTO SHARED FULL BATH AND BR 2 BEYOND. EACH WITH KING BED.
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- COMMON BATH SERVING BDRMS. 2 AND 3, INCL. FULL LGTH. MIRROR (NOT SHOWN)
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- SHOWER ALCOVE-COMMON BATH BR. 2 AND 3
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- BEDROOM 2 AND 3- KING BEDS, + PLENTY OF CLOSET AND DRAWER SPACE.
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- OUR RESIDENT IGUANA CHECKING OUT THE POOL
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- POOL AND GARDEN AREA AT NIGHT
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- VIEW AT ORIENT BEACH ONLY STEPS FROM THE VILLA
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- VILLA AND ROAD TO BEACH -- 160 STEPS AWAY FROM WAIKIKI AND COCO BEACH
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- VILLA FLOOR PLAN
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- PRIVATE PARKING AREA FOR 3 CARS, TALL PRIVACY FENCE WITH SECURE GATE.
Traveler Reviews (4)
EVERYTHING I WAS LOOKING FOR
Guest: WORLD TRAVELERS
(Erie Pa)
Date of Stay: 12/12/11
Review Submitted: 12/25/11
I STAYED THERE WITH MY WIFE AND EVRTHING WAS JUST PERFECT. THIS WAS MY THIRD TRIP TO ST MARTEN, WE STAYED AT A HOTEL AND A STUDIO APARTMENT IN THE PAST. THIS WAS BY FAR THE BEST WAY TO GO. IT HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED. I STAYED AT OTHER RENTALS ALL OVER THE WORLD AND THIS ONE WAS THE BEST EQUIPED. THE POOL WAS CLEANED SEVERAL TIMES DURING THE WEEK AND THE MAID SERVICE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WEEK WAS A NICE FEATURE. THE MANAGEMENT COMPANY COULD NOT BE ANY NICER. WHEN I RETURN TO THE ISLAND THIS VILLA WILL BE ON THE TOP OF MY LIST. THE OWNERS DID THINK OF EVERYTHING, AND I MEAN EVERYTHING TO MAKE OUR STAY ENJOYABLE. DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND BOOK THIS VILLA IF AVAILABLE, YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPOINTED
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities.
Caribbean Paradise
Guest: Julie
(Boston, Ma USA)
Date of Stay: 01/14/11
Review Submitted: 01/23/11
My husband and I have been using this villa for the last three years and we love this place, so much so that we feel as if it is our home away from home. The villa is very comfortable and has all the amenities that we would expect from a well run rental villa. We love that it is located so close to the beach and that it has a deep, freshwater pool...so nice to come back to after a long day at the beach. The owners are very generous in opening their home and we are so thankful that we found this little piece of paradise. We have been coming to St. Martin for a little over 13 years and have stayed in hotels and rented other villas but Joie de Vie has captured our hearts and we hope to spend many more vacations in this lovely villa.
Owner response:we appreciate it the most when our guests have a great time at the villa. we are always trying to upgrade and welcome suggestions to enhance the villa and thereby improve your vacation experience. thanks, dan.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Susan131
(Ft Collins, Co)
Date of Stay: 06/25/09
Review Submitted: 06/25/09
I stayed at Joie de Vie for 7 nites in June, with 4 of my best friends. The location is convenient to everywhere, and it was so nice to have the pool 5 steps out the door. The beds were comfy, and the outdoor table met our needs for cocktails and visiting. Any simple issues that came up were promptly addressed by the management company. I would love to be able to go back again and take my kids and grandkids. The only warning is that the pool is 5 ft deep thruout, so little ones would need to be watched closely!
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Guest: Sonja_HAC96228
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/08/09
Review Submitted: 02/08/09
Wow! What a great week! This is a very nice and comfortable place within steps of fabulous Orient Beach, but far enough away to have some peace and quiet when needed. Having our own pool was a nice plus. The pool was well maintained and very private. We stayed here with another couple and had lots of extra room. Three couples could share this place comfortably. The reclining chairs on the patio were a hit -- very popular for lounging by the pool. A short walk brings you to a small village with excellent restaurants, live music several nights a week, and a small grocery store that had everything we needed. The maid service was good. The rental agents were very helpful once we arrived. Stephane was Johnny-on-the-spot with jumper cables when our car battery died. That's a level of service well beyond what one would expect. (Don't rent a car from U-Save. We had to deal with two flat tires also.) The neighborhood is good by Caribbean standards. It's not a luxury resort with manicured lawns and fresh paint everywhere. It's more casual and comfortable. There is some faded paint, some dead and untended landscaping, and some streetlights out. The people we met were friendly, and we never felt unsafe walking at night. The wireless internet worked flawlessly. The 110 volt power strip was great for recharging cameras, the computer, and an international cell phone we had. It's just one of many thoughtful extras that the owners provided to ensure guests' comfort. The blender got a lot of use -- happy hour marguaritas by the pool! One thing that's included is the use of beach chairs and umbrellas at La Playa on the beach. Most beach restaurants charge about $8 a chair, so that saved $32 a day for the four of us. It's just another of those toughtful extras. The only small negative thing I could say is that we never got directions or much help at all from the rental agents before we arrived. We found our own way there by finding Cap Caraibes on the web. You might have to do the same. The price is very good for what this villa offers. Paying in US dollars instead of euros helped also. We recommend Joie de Vie. Whenever we return to St. Martin, we will definitiely try to stay here.
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