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Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay

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The best place to spend the day is 30 feet from your your ocean lanai.
A great view of beautiful white sandy beach and aqua marine ocean!
View of Villas and pool from the beach.
Infinity edge pool with plenty of seating.
Perfect view a few steps from your own bathroom, kitchen, and shower.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Queen sized sofa sleeper

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

First floor bathroom

Toilet

Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay

This two-bedroom, three-bath villa is situated right on Great Bay Beach in a small complex of twelve individual villas with a lovely beachfront swimming pool and breathtaking ocean views. This gated complex with on-site management is the perfect place to relax around the pool or to just lounge on your private lanai or elevated deck overlooking our beautiful beach. It is remodeled inside and out with new furniture and king beds. There are security cameras for your safety located in the common areas on the property, including the pool.

The location is ideal because it is on the opposite side of Great Bay from the bustling Philipsburg Cruise Port, so you can enjoy the wonderful views of the cruise ships' comings and goings without the crowds! There are as many as six cruise ships in port at one time, and watching them is a favorite past-time of just about everyone who stays at our complex.

There are endless activities available in St. Maarten/St. Martin and the surrounding islands if you are interested in something other than vegging out on our gorgeous beach or beachside pool and patio.

Recently remodeled: Tastefully decorated with new beds and bedding (600 thread count silky sheets!), sleeper sofa, and living room furniture. All 3 bathrooms were remodeled, with the 2 private upstairs bedroom baths each having new showers and rain shower heads with handheld shower wands. A new viewing deck is available through patio doors from the ocean side bedroom, which overlooks the beach, ocean, and cruise ship dock.

The kitchen was remodeled, including a new stove, full-sized microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, plenty of cabinet space, and tile. It is fully stocked with dinnerware, cooking supplies, spices, a blender, a coffee pot, a toaster, and bar accessories. There are even little drink umbrellas waiting just for you!

Short walk to everything: There is a local convenience store a half block away for last-minute necessities. Your favorite restaurants, shops, piers, and people watching are just a short 5-10 minute walk down the beach or boardwalk. This is one of the best locations on the island as you can have peace and quiet when you want it or walk just a few minutes to all the shopping, restaurants, and beach activity your heart would ever desire. For longer stays, house cleaners are available at an additional cost. Toilet paper and paper towels are provided, but you should bring your own bar soap and shampoo.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Philipsburg

Located on the beach, this villa is in Downtown Philipsburg, a neighbourhood in Philipsburg. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maho Beach and Mullet Bay Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Philipsburg

What's nearby

  • Front Street District - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Philipsburg Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of St. Martin - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Little Bay Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rum & Reggae Backyard Bar & Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Water's edge - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sexy Beef - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Pier - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Oranje Café - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?

As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay on 13 June 2026 start from NZ$435, 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 Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Philipsburg villa is within a 5-minute walk of Front Street District and Philipsburg Boardwalk. Great Bay Beach and Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 122 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very communicative before we got there. The villa was perfect for our family!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2026
We look forward to seeing you in the future! We try to help each guest have the vacation they are seeking.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The absolute best. Will always come back to this spot, the owners are OUTSTANDING. 100/10. Already booked for next year. Beautiful beach. Great people all around
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 September 2025
Thank you so much for taking time to write a review and such a kind one. We have fun assisting our guests. Repeat guests is a sign of our success! See you next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Sint Maarten

Second time staying here. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2025
Stacey, thanks for your five star review and appreciate your repeat business. We look forward to seeing you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

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

Great stay

Great location, very clean and easy to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 March 2025
Ray, thank you for selecting our villa! We pride ourselves on keeping our property clean and on being easy to work with. We look forward to seeing you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norman T.

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

Lovely property

Everything was fine and the grounds were lovely.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 March 2025
Thank you, Norman, for another five star review. We work hard to make sure each guest has the vacation they are seeking. We keep up our villa, pool, and the garden area so it can be enjoyed by all of our guests. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen H.

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

Just the vacation we needed

The villa was well equipped and well maintained. Doug gave us great restaurant recommendations and things to do on the island. Serge was helpful making reservations and booking taxi trips for us. Great location and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2025
Eileen, some guests are a true joy to work with, and you were one of them. I am glad you enjoyed yourselves and the places we recommended. You needed this time away, and our villa is the perfect place to relax, with easy access to many things to do. I hope I get the fun of working with you again in the future. Thank you again for selecting our villa. Doug
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Villa 2 - May 17th to 24th 2025

Thank you Doug & Becky! We truly enjoyed your villa. You were both so helpful from the beginning with recommendations, rental contacts, answers to my questions, etc. Serge was the best property manager as well! Would love to come back next year
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2025
Thank you, Liz. We enjoyed working with you. It is not work, but fun to help our guests have the vacation they are seeking. It would be our joy to help you again next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon C.

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

Villas on Great Bay

Wonderful location. Everything was as advertised! Couldn’t ask for more! Beautiful! Highly recommend Viila 2 at The Villas on Great Bay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2025
Jon, you were a fun guest to work with! I am glad you had an enjoyable time. Our location and our view are our best assets. We try to make our villa a comfortable place where you can relax, and you are constantly impressed that everything you need is there! We will see you next time, Jon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey L.

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay and didn’t want to leave! Excellent location. Doug and Wally were great!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2023
Stacey, thank you for taking time to write. We enjoy helping our guests have the vacation they are seeking. We look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

All great!

We have stayed here several times and always have a great experience! The owner is great to work with!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2024
We really enjoy assisting our guests and helping them have the vacation they are seeking. So glad you came back as that is the biggest compliment we can receive! See you next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Best Christmas with my family!

Everything about our stay was perfect. Looking forward to coming again and do more exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 December 2022
Thanks, Suzanne! So glad you enjoyed your time with your family. There is so much to see we have been going for decades and still find new things each trip. Thank you for selecting our villa. Happy holidays to you and your family and we look forward to having you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michel B.

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

Excellent host and location

Very comfortable unit with scenic location. Easy access to beach and town. We felt very safe,
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 2023
Thank you, Michel. We appreciate you selecting our villa and are glad you had a good time. Our location is one of our strongest assets as no one else has the access to the beach, downtown, and pool like our property. We would welcome you back for your next trip!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Awesome

Villa 2 is awesome. Everything you could possibly need has been thought of. Our favorite place to stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2024
Linda, thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. If you could see the inspections we do and the lists my wife keeps of supplies and touches we believe our guests would enjoy you would understand why that comment means so much to both of us. Each of our trips to our villa includes huge suitcases of items for your use plus we stock on items we know we can source on the item. Why, because we want you to have an easy, fun, vacation, just like you were in your own home. Linda, thanks so much for the five star review. You will note we have had 109 of them. Much appreciated! We would love to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

New Years 2024

Our villa was awesome! Great location and very nice views.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 January 2024
Thank you, Jerry. We think our location and views are some of the best. We look forward to having you back some day.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lora L.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

We loved staying at the Villas! Our family enjoyed the pool and walking to the boardwalk for dinner and shopping. Wally helped us book a catamaran excursion, which I highly recommend. This was our second time staying here and we’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2022
Lora, i am so glad you had the vacation you wanted. There is so much to do in and around our villa, we try to help each guest have the experience they are seeking. Have a great holiday season and we look forward to having you come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor W.

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

Beautiful beachfront property

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this property and villa 2 is an exceptional unit and well equipped for an extended stay. The villas on great Bay are ideally situated to walk to shopping, restaurant, bars, water, sports, etc. but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of cruise ship crowed. The owner is very responsive, the check-in process was easy and the property manager was available for anything we needed during our stay. I highly recommend staying here if you plan a visit to Saint Maarten.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 January 2025
Trevor, thank you for coming back again, just like many of our return guests. We think our location is perfect having the right amount of access to all the things you mentioned but being far enough away to have some peace and quiet. We look forward to seeing you in the future and we will continue to make sure our villa is well equipped for your next stay. Thank you again for your return business!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T S.

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

Nice place

Spacious and clean, all amenities needed for a nice trip. Wally was great and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2023
Tim, thank you so much for selecting our villa for your vacation. We work to provide the experience that each of our guests is looking for. We would welcome you back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bethany s.

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

Great Stay

If you’re looking for less night life, beautiful quiet beach with the option to be in the mix of busy beaches, it would be a shame to overlook this villa. Communications were excellent, the Villa was clean and comfortable. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2023
Thanks, Bethany. We think we have the best of both worlds by having peace and quiet but just a short walk to the hustle and bustle of downtown Philipsburg. Philipsburg offers great shopping, restaurants, beach activity, and people watching. On cruise ship days it is fun just to watch the different cultures.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

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

Great place!!!

Beautiful condo with an amazing location! Easy access to walk downtown. The pool was incredible and right on the ocean. Safe and clean. It was the perfect home base
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you for taking time to review our property. Our location, view, pool, and easy walking distances are some of our best assets. We look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug R.

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

Perfect Location

Doug is an amazing host, extremely helpful and gives you loads of information about the island. The villa is well stocked and clean. You are within walking distance to shopping and restaurants and a beach just steps away.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Doug, thank you for your kind words. And we we arrived after your one month stay to restock again for our next guests and to make sure things are in tip top shape. Our proximity to the beach and to downtown Philipsburg are our strengths. Plus we love helping our guests. Looking forward to having you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin M.

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

The place was perfect for us!

We just go back from our week stay a Great Bay Villas. It was perfect in every way from the beautiful views, the nice kitchen, and all the amenities one would need on a vacation. Having the little private (for the villa) pool was ideal when you didn't want to be at the beach anymore. We look forward to a return trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2022
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. My wife does a great job of keeping our kitchen stocked with everything you need. The pool is the perfect place to cool off just a few feet from your back door. We would welcome you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Great Property and Stay

Property, grounds, and property manager were fantastic. Very well supplied, beach was great, pool very clean. Interaction with Host was easy and comprehensive. Walking distance to Boardwalk and great restaurants. Great value for what was provided.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2023
Richard, thank you for your kind comments and taking the time to write. Beyond our location with extraordinary views and easy walking access to shopping and restaurants in Philipsburg, we enjoy working with our guests to answer questions and provide them the information they need to have the vacation they are seeking. It is fun for us to help you! You were excellent to host and we would welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Great villa. Wonderful location.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Villas on Great Bay. The Villa was well maintained and well equipped. The pool and outside areas were beautiful and relaxing. And access to the beach was so convenient. Wally, the manager, was a wonderful person and helped us immensely.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2020
Steve, so glad you enjoyed our property. You are welcome to come back anytime. Wally is a terrific manager for us. He loves the island and assisting guests. I have received reservations for two months of stays this week alone so would encourage you if you are thinking of coming back to book early. Best regards, Doug
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

relaxing nice place great condition on the beach

Wally was amazing. We had an awesome time. Condo was perfect size, great A/C plenty of towels and kitchen accessories. TV's worked well.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 December 2021
Thank you for your kind comments. Our goal is to help each guest have the vacation they seek, as there are so many options. I am happy our villa was the right size for you, and we had everything you needed. My wife constantly works to ensure we have the right accessories for everyone. Thank you again for selecting our villa, and we look forward to having you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

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

Wonderful Experience

We had a fabulous trip and couldn't be more pleased. The description of the property and the helpful staff (especially Wally) was incredible. We look forward to returning. Thanks for a great experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Thank you, Joe. It was fun working with you to help plan your vacation. I am so glad you had a great time.

About the host

Hosted by Doug Kinsinger

Host profile image
This is a picture of my wife, myself and our two sons. We live in Topeka, KS and love going to warm beach weather. We love sharing with our guests what we have learned about all the activities, shopping, and wonderful food on the island. We have been going to St. Maarten for over 25 years and decided that this was the perfect location to keep coming back to. It is the perfect location as the access to the beach and town cannot be beaten. You are a short walk or drive away from grocery stores, restaurants, and shopping.

Why they chose this property

We discovered St. Maarten over 25 years ago and this villa almost 12 years ago. We know you will enjoy this beautiful location with great views of the ocean and a short convenient walk to shopping, beach activities, restaurants, and ice cream shops! We're proud of our vacation property and enjoy sharing it with our guests.

What makes this property unique

It has a beautiful infinity edge pool five feet from the beach! There is a laundry facility accessible on-site to our guests. Wally, our manager, can source fresh lobster, caught that morning, for you and grill it for you that evening. Our villa is stocked with everything you would typically have at your home. the location is the most unique asset as the beach is beautiful and very low foot traffic so your view and usage is not impeded.

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