ECLIPSE

Perched on the hillside of Camaruche, Villa Eclipse commands a sweeping view over the St Barts landscape to Turtle Island and the ocean beyond. Its novel architectural features and chic, contemporary decor make it one of St Barts' coolest rental villas. The spacious living area and huge terrace provide the ideal spot for poolside entertaining, with a high spec kitchen to satisfy a professional chef. But close the glass sliders and the sitting area also has a cosy feel and luxuriously comfy sofas for those quieter evenings conversing with family or friends.

The beautiful infinity pool is long enough for swimming and the deck has lots of sunbathing space. Scattered around the pool area, a variety of bedrooms is on offer - one in a Creole cottage with four poster bed and separate bathroom cottage, the spacious master right on the pool, with daybeds and dual aspect views, two side by side with fabulous sea views from the showers, and two king/twins on a lower level, one with a covered terrace with ocean view, the other with its own small sitting room and a shady garden terrace. All have ocean views and sleek bathrooms.

There's also a gym room with that sea view to soak up while you shed the pounds, and if you need more action, the water sports beach of Grand Cul-de-Sac is just a short drive away. The shops and restaurants of Lorient Village are also close by.

Villa Eclipse is a great value rental for a family gathering or for groups of friends, and brings back guests year after year to enjoy its contemporary space and comfort.