Tropical modern villa with stunning sea views

Sint Maarten has two distinct sides, French and Dutch. The ability to enjoy two islands in one, with greater food choices, shopping choices and the two cultures was the draw for us. Our villa is located 2 minutes drive from the Dutch/French border.

On top of that Sint Maarten has the second best air connections in the Caribbean after San Juan, offering daily flights to Europe and multiple options to the USA and Canada.

The house allows you to live by the sea in harmony with nature. The winds provide cool air, and the sun powers the house during the day. The house is very private and is located within "The Plateau" a gated community of 8 lots. It is an ideal refuge from winter, or from the Paparazzi.

From anywhere on the main floor you will see sweeping views of the Atlantic ocean; sailboats and pleasure craft. Every morning and evening St. Barths looks different under changing clouds, shimmering ocean and tropical light.

We are close by several excellent restaurants, with Oasis and BZH just over the French border being two personal favourites. Big Fish, located next to the Oyster Bay resort is immediately below our villa. Grand Case, considered the culinary capital of the Caribbean is a 15 minute drive away. There you can choose from a number of locally owned and operated informal restaurants (called Lolo's) or from the finest of fine dining. Our favourite Lolo is called The Rib Shack where you can have a table right by the sea. The smell of the food cooking over charcoal and the sound of the waves makes for a unique experience. Java and Les Temp des Cherise offer dining right off the beach. Spiga and Ocean 82 offer exceptional food if you want to splurge.

Oyster Pond is conveniently located half way between Philipsburg and Hope Estate/Grand Case. You can choose to shop on the Dutch side or the French side, and can choose between North American, Dutch and French products. The range of goods available in the grocery stores is unparalleled in the Caribbean.