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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Heated pool
Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Balcony
Private pool
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Indigo Bay
Indigo Beach
Place, Indigo Beach
7 min walk
Seaside Nature Park
Place, Seaside Nature Park
20 min walk
Flamingo Beach
Place, Flamingo Beach
5 min drive
Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
Airport, Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)
8 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach
Villa Amaya is a modern, pristine 3 bedroom, 3 bath villa with breathtaking views of the turquoise Caribbean Sea in Dutch, St. Maarten. Located just uphill and within a 3 min walk to one of the prettiest, unspoiled beaches in St. Martin, Indigo Bay. Villa Amaya's ideal location is a quick drive to restaurants and nightlife, shopping, supermarkets and attractions on SXM. The villa's stunning ocean views, a sophisticated contemporary decor, high end finishes, and array of modern conveniences creates the perfect setting for romantic moments or joyful family memories.
The villa is built on 3 levels. The main living and bedroom areas comprise the first 2 levels. The lower level has a home cinema with seating for 6, a wetbar, and for those that simply can't leave work behind, a functioning office area with high speed internet. Villa Amaya offers wifi and internet connectivity throughout the villa, Apple TV, Roku, are available and Netflix access is on every TV. The villa has a private 32' infinity edge lap pool. You may also use the larger community pool in the development.
Villa Amaya is perfectly located in the horseshoe shaped enclave of Indigo Bay offering breathtaking ocean views and cooling trade winds, yet very close to great restaurants, shops, grocery stores and nightlife. The villa is just steps to a tranquil beach, yet only 12 minutes from the Airport and 7 minutes to Phillipsburg.
This pristine villa is well-equipped with all the modern amenities.
This is a home lovingly cared for and used by the owners. It is also offered for a limited number of vacation rentals.
Indigo Bay is a new, lush, upscale and beautiful development with gated, 24 hour manned security access. There is some construction occurring in the nearby area as a 5-star resort is being built, and it is not possible to pinpoint exactly where construction will or won't be for any given dates. Our rates have been discounted to reflect this. Please book with this knowledge. We value our ratings and our guests.
If there is a toddler in your group, please send a booking inquiry before sending a booking request.
Cleaning practices, which have always been rigorous, have been further enhanced during COVID.
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No outsiders. Only those guests listed on the rental agreement, and our representatives may enter the home.
No parties. Villa Amaya is located in an upscale residential area. Smoking is never allowed. If you smoke, please rent a different villa.
Guest is required to answer some questions via the inbox within 24 hrs of booking being accepted, to ensure our villa and your family/group is a fit.
Important information
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Property # 1150567vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Cole Bay
Located near the beach, this villa is in Indigo Bay, a neighbourhood in Cole Bay. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maho Beach and St. Martin Beaches. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
Indigo Beach Bar And Restaurant - 6 min walk
Ginger Sushi - 5 min drive
Cup of Joy - 5 min drive
The Naked Pirates Rum Bar - 5 min drive
Coffee lounge 2.0 - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach?
As of 21 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach on 20 October 2026 start from NZ$1,522, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa Amaya - Modern, Pristine Villa, Stunning Ocean Views, Private Pool, Beach located?
This family-friendly Cole Bay villa is located by the ocean, within a 10-minute walk of Indigo Beach and Seaside Nature Park. Little Bay Beach and Kim Sha Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is the place for you! Leslie & Debra are fantastic hosts with a really nice property centrally located to allow for a quick run down to Simpson bay or over to catch the ferry to st Barts. The views are endless and the 3 min walk down to the local Indigo beach bar is the icing on the cake. You will not be disappointed.
WOW! What a great place! First, the condo itself was well laid out, had every thing we needed and was very clean. We especially loved our morning coffee watching the cruise ships and our night time adult beverage in the cinema. Next the location in a private area great for walking and just a few steps from a fantastic beach. Lastly, Chris and Leslie were great hosts!
Tim P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2025
One small correction, it's not a condo, but a full, free standing home. Nonetheless we appreciate the wonderful review and would love to welcome you back. Great guests!
Villa Amaya exceeded our expectations. The location, views, access to beaches, and quality of the home created the ideal vacation for our honeymoon. The hosts were attentive to our needs and expectations without being intrusive. We will definitely stay here again.
Gregg S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 February 2025
Thank you Gregg for the lovely review. You and your husband were wonderful guests. We hope to be able to welcome you back to Villa Amaya in the near future.
Villa Amaya was incredibly amazing. The villa, the views, the owner, the local management, the location , the list goes on! Would highly recommend this villa.
Chad B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2021
Chad, thank you. You and your family were lovely guests. We hope to welcome you back sometime.
This villa is exactly like the pics! Beautiful views and great location. There is construction directly in front of this property…just know this before you go. We would definitely still stay here again.
Heather C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2023
Hi Heather, thanks so much for the 5 stars. You have a lovely family and we enjoyed having you. The week you were there, there was some soil testing and drilling going on down at the beach level in front, about 300 yards away from the villa. I'm told it completes this Friday. If we are able to welcome you back to Villa Amaya,- and I do hope we will- that work will be long done Thank you for staying with us. I do hope we will see you again. best, Leslie
Smooth process from start to finish! Luxury accommodations where the owner has thought of everything. Our family of 5 enjoyed a week in this villa and we can’t wait to return.
Christy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank you Christy- you were a truly wonderful guest. We hope to welcome you and your family back to Villa Amaya.
Villa Amaya was exactly what we needed for 3 couples escaping to St Maarten. The house was wonderful and clean, and the location could not have been better, just a 5 min walk to the beach. The concierge, Luc, was wonderful and quickly responded to any questions we had. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking to stay in the area.
Christopher K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Thank you for that wonderful review! We hope to see you back one day. -best, Leslie
Villa Amaya is just as described - beautiful, relaxing, impeccable! Our stay was fabulous. We had two teenagers with us for our trip and they loved the spacious accommodations, pool, and movie room. Indigo Beach was beautiful and just a stroll away. Leslie, Medhi and Lucian were great to work with and took care of our questions and needs. Highly recommend and hope to return soon!
Christie H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you Christie. I'm so pleased you loved the house and had a great time in St. Maarten. You were wonderful guests. Come back anytime. - Leslie
Perfect location, place, modern decor, weather, freedom, quiet escape for our family!
My family had a wonderful time from the time we opened the door to the villa. Great communication prior to coming; upon arrival at airport; during our stay; and our departure. Truly enjoyed the clean modern decor, views, and pool to complete the ideal vacation I envisioned to relax privately with my family. Will definitely return. Awesome!
Tasha S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2022
Tasha, we enjoyed having you and your family. You were terrific guests. Hope to see you again at Villa Amaya.
We loved our one week stay at Villa Amaya. Indigo Bay is a small, pristine oasis. The unit is so clean, brand new and even lovelier than the pictures. The kitchen is well stocked. We were a ten minute drive from lots of restaurants and attractions. We loved snorkeling in the bay and eating at the little beach restaurant. We’ll definitely be back.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2024
Sarah, thank you for the lovely review. You and your family were perfect guests and we do hope that you will be back. So glad to know that you all enjoyed your stay, and made the most of Indigo and St Maarten.
My wife and I had a wonderful 7-night stay in Villa Amaya to celebrate her birthday. It was our 2nd trip to Sint Maarten, an island we have grown quite fond of. We arrived to find a really nice welcome package that included some food and other wonderful gifts (I won't spoil the details.) We were given a tour of the house and all its features. The house and pool were very clean and a housekeeper came in the middle of the week to tidy up. The pictures in the listing are legit. The view is amazing. The owner Leslie was phenomenal to work with and replies very quickly to any messages. She cares a great deal about her guests and wants to ensure they enjoy their visit. The neighborhood where the villa is located is very safe and we went for long walks each night to exercise and enjoy the views. As mentioned in the listing, there is currently construction going on not too far from the villa down near the water. However, after visiting over a half-dozen Caribbean islands, I can tell you that construction/renovation is a constant on all of them as they grow and modernize. The noise we experienced was not extreme and had a minimal impact on our trip. We would definitely return to this villa again sometime in the future. Thanks again Leslie!
This is my family’s second year of staying at Villa Amaya, and it was just as fantastic as our first visit in 2021. The property is gorgeous, clean and comfortable. The pool is fantastic and very inviting. We wouldn’t change a thing, and we hope to return again next year. Luc is a fantastic local contact and we felt very well taken care of, and Leslie is a super responsive owner who is genuinely interested in ensuring her guests have a great stay.
Christy L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2023
Christy, Thank you for returning to Villa Amaya, we were very happy to welcome you and your family back. So appreciative of your great review. Warm regards, Leslie
We just returned from a great two weeks on St. maarten. First week was a Simpson Bay and second was at this place. It is very beautiful, well appointed and the owner takes care of the place. Luc was on-site and was helpful with any issues we had. The kids loved movie night downstairs in the tv room. We loved the little restaurant down on the water.
We had an amazing time at Villa Playa. It was a beautiful place with a fantastic view. Our host Leslie was very responsive and our on site concierge Luc was great about welcoming us and available for any questions about food or recreational activities. He was really top notch. Unfortunately, the WiFi in the villa is really poor but on the bright side, it forced our teenage kids to play games and talk with their parents. We would definitely go back again.
Ken N.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Hi Ken, thank you for the 5 star review. We loved having you and your family. Weak internet is not a complaint we normally get as we have high speed internet service with hi-end range extenders positioned on each floor of the house. I suspect what happened is a island-wide power outage (common on Sint Maarten) even if momentary can reset the router's IP address to a native SXM IP and temporarily block the US streaming services like Netflix. When this happens, we have fix in place that takes 2 clicks and restores everything immediately, I wish I had known at the time, I could have helped. In any event you were lovely guests and I do hope you'll come back. Thank you for the other kind words! -best, Leslie
First thing when you walk thru the front door is the amazing view straight out the back of the property of the and Caribbean Blue ocean. First trip to St Martin and so worth it. Some of the best food in the Caribbean. The ocean is just a few steps and the 80 degree water was just great. Beach bar/restaurant less than 5 minute walk. House was immaculate very comfortable. Leslie was great to work with and concierge Chris was attentive. We like to visit different island but would consider a repeat vacation. Thank you for a great week
We had a wonderful stay at the villa. Amazing views! We were right on the water and surrounded by butterflies everyday. It was paradise. Luc was amazing and was always available for any questions or travel ideas. Our daughter, 7, had a great time swimming in the pool and visiting the bird sanctuary. Definitely rent a car when you come- driving on the Dutch side was really straight forward. Download with google maps for getting around on the French side. We will definitely be back!
Sara B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2022
Sara, it was a pleasure to have you and your family stay at our villa. So glad you had a wonderful time. Luc told me your daughter really enjoyed the bird sanctuary! Hope to see you again in the future - best, Leslie
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
25 March 2019
Perfection in Paradise!
We had such a great stay at the stunning Villa Amaya. The house was meticulous, spacious and comfortable and the development was spectacular! Everyone we met at Indigo Bay was so welcoming and helpful from the cleaning staff to the driver to the concierge. In particular, Luc from the sales office was amazing. He knows the island so well and suggested what he thought we and our three teenagers would enjoy most for each day of our stay. Thanks to his advice, we had a phenomenal vacation! We loved every minute of it.
Robert S.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for your lovely review, Robert. You and your family were a joy to have in our home and I'm so glad you had a wonderful stay. Luc is a wealth of knowledge and he said that you and your family were delightful. I hope we will see you again on a future vacation.
This Villa and host far exceeded our expectations and will be where my family and I stay every time we visit SXM. It was the most incredible,immaculate Villa with everything you need and more. It has breathtaking views and a stunning beach with perfect snorkeling and tranquility. It is in a private community in Indigo Bay in the most convenient location close to great restaurants, entertainment, and the airport. The villa was very clean and well maintained. It is beautiful and modern with an open concept. The pool was sparkling clean and the views from the pool and pool deck were amazing. We were well prepared before we arrived as Leslie is an amazing host and we were even greeted with a welcome gift when we arrived. Having the Conceirge and cleaning during our stay was just another added bonus. Our stay was flawless!! I would highly recommend this Villa to anyone. If I could give Villa Amaya and Leslie 10 stars I would. Best place we have ever stayed!!!
Laura C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 August 2025
Wow, thank you Laura for such a wonderful review. We strive to make everyone's stay with us a memorable and top notch experience, and we so appreciate your kind words. You and your family were lovely guests and I do hope we'll be able to welcome you back on a return trip to SXM. - Leslie
We loved Villa Amaya...we booked it because of the beautiful location, and it was a bonus that the owner played a big part in overseeing our stay. We had a concierge on site that was very helpful,too! We were given great suggestions on where to eat and things to do. The villa is very clean and well-kept, and we loved the beautiful view and the private pool. The beach down below has a great restaurant and umbrella/chair rental with on-the-beach waitservice. Super convenient! You can walk to the beach or take a short drive down the hill and park. The swimming was great and the water was calm. We also liked that we were in a gated neighborhood. Very quiet and peaceful! It was the perfect week of relaxation! We want to visit again soon!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 November 2024
Thank you Lauren for the wonderful review. We loved having you and your family stay at with us. Thank you for being considerate guests and we look forward to welcoming you back! - L
An amazing time and we are going back to this location next summer
Everything from the minute we walked into this Villa Amaya was better than described. The sleeping quarters were amazing. The video room was amazing. The view was amazing. This was an experience of a lifetime. Thank you Leslie for making this available for us. My kids and my wife enjoyed to the MAX !!!!!
Leslie goes to the extreme to make sure everything is perfect and it was !!!! We all can't wait to go back next year and stay at your Villa Amaya at Indigo Green. Thank you Gregg W.
Gregg W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 March 2020
Thank you for the glowing review, Gregg. You have a lovely family and were perfect guests. I’m so pleased to hear that this was a special vacation for you. We would love to welcome you back anytime.
Pictures are amazing but you need to stay here to believe it! We rented this gorgeous home effortlessly and upon arrival, the views took our breath away! Total perfection and not a detail missing! The beds were lovely- not your typical rental. We had our own private lap pool and movie theater! A perfect place for either a romantic holiday or with the fam or friends!!! A short walk to the most gorgeous private beachand. Watching the sunset from the uoscale restaurant right on the beach was a bonus! Will be back to this luxurious home! No highrise crowded hotel for us.
Gale P.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 February 2021
Thank you for the lovely review! You and your spouse were wonderful guests, and I’m so pleased you had a great experience. You are welcome back anytime!
About the host
Hosted by Leslie Gold
I'm Leslie Gold, the owner of this property. I'll be glad to give you any information you might want to know about the property, the location or St. Maarten in general.
Why they chose this property
My husband and I built this property to enjoy ourselves for the handful of times during the year we are able to get away. It's beautiful. In between, we offer it for a few vacation rentals for those folks that would appreciate the breathtaking views, the sophisticated decor, amenities and fantastic location. We work hard to provide guests with a consistently excellent experience.
What makes this property unique
Brand new modern villa with high end finishes and sophisticated decor. Amazing setting, with breathtaking views, private pool, private cinema room and superb location. Close to everything. Villa Amaya's location strikes the perfect balance between offering a private, gorgeous setting for the home itself, but offering proximity to restaurants, shops, supermarkets, attractions and entertainment.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests