Teak & Tide

Perched above the Caribbean in Pointe Milou, this villa earns its views – from the islands of Bonhomme, Saint-Martin, and Anguilla stretching across the horizon to sunsets that colour the whole terrace. The living room opens directly onto a heated pool tucked under a covered terrace, so the line between inside and outside barely exists. Alfresco dining happens against that same panorama, while both bedrooms – one with a canopy, one with an open-air shower – make the ocean the first thing you see each morning. Daily housekeeping keeps things effortless, and the island's capital is within easy reach by car when you're ready to explore.

Home truths:
* Both bedrooms have outdoor showers rather than enclosed indoor bathrooms.
* Pointe-Milou sits on a hillside headland above the water, so you'll want a hire car to reach the beaches, restaurants, and shops in Saint-Jean and Gustavia.
* Air conditioning is only available in the bedrooms.
* If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot and high chair at no additional cost. You'll need to request them in advance.
* Housekeeping is provided daily except on Sundays and public holidays. Towels are swapped every two days and bed linen every three days.
* Also included with your stay is a personalised welcome at St-Jean Airport or Gustavia Port.
* There's a heated outdoor swimming pool here. Pool heating is available between 15th November and 30th April.