Precious Platinum

Among the white sand beaches, upscale boutiques and world-class golf courses of Saint James, this contemporary villa provides a stylish base from which to explore one of the most beautiful parts of Barbados.

An angular design, floor-to-ceiling glass and monochrome interiors make this home a bit of a modern masterpiece, complete with all of the creature comforts you could ever need. Begin your mornings with a swim in the private pool and enjoy the water features, then leave feeling refreshed and ready to explore. If you're looking to get your fix of sun, sea and sand, you need only step out of your own gate and you're on the spectacular shores of the famous Platinum Coast. Calm waters mean you can swim, snorkel and sail your way across the transparent ocean and discover the marine life that lies beneath the surface.

When you're feeling peckish, some of the island's most popular restaurants are just a short drive away, but if you fancy a more intimate meal at home why not hire a private chef for the evening? You'll have your own entertainment pavilion for alfresco feasts – tuck into some delicious Bajan delicacies in the warm evening breeze. Post-dinner, get creative and try mixing some cocktails at the fully-stocked bar. For the perfect end to the day, take your drinks up to the terrace to watch a magnificent Caribbean sunset.

Home truths:
*This home is spread out across two floors with no internal lift
*There's free private parking available here
*You'll have the whole home to yourself here, so there won't be any other guests using the pool or bar
*The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
*Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace