Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches!

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

St. Jean, Saint Barthelemy

St. Jean Beach8 min walk
Gustavia (SBH-Gustaf III)20 min walk
Lorient Beach4 min drive
Gustavia Harbor8 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 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.

Property manager

Abigail Leese

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 Wall House 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 - 8 min walk
Lorient Beach - 4 min drive
Gustavia Harbor - 8 min drive
Saline Beach - 10 min drive
Gouverneur Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

Gustavia (SBH-Gustaf III) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

Maya's To Go - 17 min walk
Le Bar de l'Oubli - 7 min drive
Kinugawa - 8 min drive
Arawak Cafe - 7 min drive
Gypsea - 8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Oliva-Modern Architect's Home 5 minutes from beautiful Saint Jean Beaches! located?

Located in Morne de Dépoudré, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Jean Beach and Lorient Beach. Fort Gustave and Corossol are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Brynn W., New York, NY

23 December 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best properties on the island

You won’t be disappointed, most lovely home and amazing location. I’ll be renting again!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

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.

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