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Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 4 120 sq m
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Explore the area
St. Jean, Saint Barthelemy
- St. Jean Beach9 min walk
- Lorient Beach16 min walk
- Gustavia Harbor5 min drive
- Gustavia (SBH-Gustaf III)4 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Outdoor shower
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches!
Villa Oliva is a recently renovated contemporary 2 bedroom, 2 en-suite-bathroom home designed by renowned architect Francois Pecard. The villa is situated on the hillside of Saint Jean just five minutes from Saint Jean beaches, Nikki Beach and the famous Eden Rock Hotel. The villa features a private 10 meter (40 foot) long swimming pool, indoor and outdoor living areas for entertaining and relaxing in either shade or sun, and a Japanese garden with fountain and fish. The villa sleeps 4 people; 2 equally sized contemporary bedrooms and bathrooms featuring outdoor showers surrounded by tropical palms and foliage, state of the art air conditioning, and direct access to the pool and garden.
The indoor living area features a fully equipped Valcucina Italian glass kitchen and a 4 meter (12 foot) acacia live edge wooden table for dining for up to 10 people. The neighborhood is one of Saint Barth's most affluent and quiet residential areas, and is perfectly situated in the heart of the island. The villa is located just 5 minutes on foot down a hill to the amazing beaches of Saint Jean, the Eden Rock Hotel, Nikki Beach, and the restaurants and shops of Saint Jean. It's just 10 minutes by car to downtown Gustavia, Lorient (Surfer's Beach) and Saline.
The architecture of the villa is based on the traditional Saint Barth "windy hut", the contemporary design and influence made popular by the owner/architect Francois Pecard. The interiors are a mix of mineral (slate, cement ceramic floors, river rock) and wood and vegetation complimenting the minimalism of the architecture itself.
Outdoor and Indoor dining options were created to welcome family and friends seating up to 10.
Villa Oliva is our family home. As we frequently travel, we are happy to welcome guests who are looking for a calm, relaxing retreat. There is no television-just stars and nature, palms, cool water and sun to recharge. With respect for our neighbors, we ask that you refrain from loud parties and music. It's our desire to introduce the traditions of Saint Barth, the outstanding cuisine and its raw natural beauty to our guests.
The indoor living area features a fully equipped Valcucina Italian glass kitchen and a 4 meter (12 foot) acacia live edge wooden table for dining for up to 10 people. The neighborhood is one of Saint Barth's most affluent and quiet residential areas, and is perfectly situated in the heart of the island. The villa is located just 5 minutes on foot down a hill to the amazing beaches of Saint Jean, the Eden Rock Hotel, Nikki Beach, and the restaurants and shops of Saint Jean. It's just 10 minutes by car to downtown Gustavia, Lorient (Surfer's Beach) and Saline.
The architecture of the villa is based on the traditional Saint Barth "windy hut", the contemporary design and influence made popular by the owner/architect Francois Pecard. The interiors are a mix of mineral (slate, cement ceramic floors, river rock) and wood and vegetation complimenting the minimalism of the architecture itself.
Outdoor and Indoor dining options were created to welcome family and friends seating up to 10.
Villa Oliva is our family home. As we frequently travel, we are happy to welcome guests who are looking for a calm, relaxing retreat. There is no television-just stars and nature, palms, cool water and sun to recharge. With respect for our neighbors, we ask that you refrain from loud parties and music. It's our desire to introduce the traditions of Saint Barth, the outstanding cuisine and its raw natural beauty to our guests.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool! We will not be held responsible for injury
Events
No events allowed
Quiet, calm guests please!
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Note from host: Quiet, calm guests please!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
St. Barthelemy
Located near the beach, this villa is in Morne de Dépoudré, a neighbourhood in St. Barthelemy. Fort Gustave and Fort Karl are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at St. Jean Beach and Lorient Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St. Jean, Saint Barthelemy
What's nearby
- St. Jean Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Lorient Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Gustavia Harbor - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
- Gouverneur Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
- Saline Beach - 8 min drive - 2.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Nikki Beach - 7 min walk
- La Petite Plage - 7 min drive
- Hôtel Barrière Le Carl Gustaf - 8 min drive
- Sand Bar - 8 min walk
- Beefbar St Barth - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Abigail Leese

My companion, Francois Pecard, has been an architect in Saint Barthelemy since 1978 and I moved here from Italy in 2002. We built this home in 2008. We have five children between the two of us living in Vancouver, Germany and the U.S. As our last child leaves the nest we will be traveling often, and it will be our pleasure to open our peaceful and comfortable home to select guests. We love Saint Barthelemy and do our best to protect it. We prefer the peaceful nature of Saint Barth to the "bin-blin" reputation the island can be known for. We enjoy the beautiful beaches and sea water, snorkeling, hikes and wonderful cuisine (or just a simply bbq at the house)! My husband has a small sailboat he uses a few times a week to find peace after a busy day. We speak four languages and truly enjoy experiencing other cultures and meeting new people. We have a particular "soft spot" for Italy where my husband traveled and I lived for 15 years. We currently have 3 other small properties listed on VRBO in Amboise, France (La Petite Vigne) Colorado (Vinemesa Cabin) and a small guest house located on our property in Saint Barth (see L'Olivetto) that we have rented since 2012.
Why they chose this property
Our villa is located in the center of the island in Saint Jean which we absolutely love for its proximity to everything the island has to offer. We walk almost daily to the beautiful beaches of Saint Jean. We're just a few more minutes to the beach of Lorient where our son surfs. Everything is easy in Saint Jean and our neighborhood is an upscale residential neighborhood with fairly large lots for peace and privacy.
What makes this property unique
Our villa is very easy to maintain with rectified ceramic tiles, glass suspended italian kitchen, and permanent sliding hurricane shutters that create a cocoon in bad weather-just slide them shut! We love our indoor and outdoor dining spaces for large family gatherings. We have just recently completed the exterior terrace and 10 meter (30 feet) swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and flowers, creating a private tropical oasis. Two identical bedrooms, each with it's private bathroom and outdoor private shower, make it a perfect home for 2 couples or a family of 4.
Languages:
English, French, Italian, Spanish
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