ARMOR

Rental Villa Armor is one of St Barts' most seductive, providing versatile accommodation for both families and groups of friends in uncommonly quiet and private surroundings.

Set on the cifftop in the exclusive gated domaine of Montjean, the villa has ocean views back and front, across the cliffs to St Martin, and across Marigot Bay to Grand Cul-de-Sac and Turtle Island. The living area seems surrounded by sea and full of the breeze, and forms the perfect spot for sociable evenings between pool and kitchen, with a bar, a barbecue and plenty of seating.

The villa sits in a lovely large, luxuriant rock garden which provides an adventure playground for children, and lots of nooks and crannies for grown-ups to settle down to some serious sunning or dozing. Bedrooms and bathrooms are all spacious and comfortable with views of the ocean and the garden, and the high-quality décor occasionally surprises with a spectacular modern or Indonesian element.

With shops, restaurants and water sports within a few minutes drive, Villa Armor has all the ingredients for the perfect vacation. But beware - once you've tasted its delights, you won't be able to stay away.