Of the four fabulous villas we’ve rented on Guadeloupe, Villa BelAir is our favorite – best views, best pool, best location, most spacious. We will return! The only thing missing was the much-lauded villa owner, who was off-island during our stay.
As long-time villa owners and Caribbean visitors, our expectations are realistic, but also a bit exacting. Those considering this villa need to know about Fifi, the resident cat who spends most of her day on the villa couch and expects to be fed. Not a problem for “cat people,” but could be a disaster to visitors allergic to cats. (There’s no mention of Fifi in the VRBO listing.) Fifi is adept at finding an open window and, letting herself in for an overnight visit.
Another concern: the lack during our stay of a “house book” (even if not in English) with WIFI code and directions for use of the remote control for the gate, for trash/recycling collections, and use of the awning, etc.
Duval sent very precise directions to the villa, including a photo of the gate (very helpful, especially when you arrive after dark) and contact information for his niece and son, who substituted for him. The renters in the adjacent house were extremely helpful, too.
The villa is spacious – lots of room to spread out, inside and out – and the pool is perfect. We loved our “private” beach, a 15-min hike down the hill, and would love to know the history of its namesake – Paul Thomas – and the seemingly abandoned property on the beach.
The villa’s location is perfect to enjoying the beautiful beaches in the Deshaies/Ferry area and convenient to our favorite bakery. We had a wonderful two-week stay with friends and family and still haven’t had enough of Guadeloupe.
Duval, we hope you’re in town the next time we visit!
Eight family and friends from New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine and New Jersey, USA
