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Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury

Family-friendly fun on the beach, with hot tub

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The main terrace is fully covered and located on the first floor
There are 3 dining and 3 lounge areas in the unit (inside, terrace, roof top)
The kitchen is well equipped. You should find here everything you need.
Sun bathing area with hot tub on roof top terrace
We all love gardening so our garden is full of trees and tropical flowers

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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  • Place, Simpson Bay Beach
  • Place, Maho Beach
  • Place, Orient Bay Beach
  • Airport, Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

First floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

Second floor bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

First floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Second floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury

Le Papillon Penthouse enjoys one of the best locations on St. Martin, with many wonderful restaurants nearby and a beach that is close to private and ideal for long walks.

The building itself was finished in 2014 after a few years of planning. It was designed and built by a doctor who owned the property. The building is so well made that even with hurricane Irma we had minimal damage.

Simpson Bay Area is a great place. It is a nice combination of tourism and local culture. It used to be a fisherman's village and it still holds some of that charm. It is easy to walk to restaurants and shops so people do not need to rent a car to go to places. But when you are in the apartment or on the beach you are completely away from any outside world.

Overlooking the entire Simpson Bay beach, the comfortable 4000 sq. feet penthouse is equipped with everything a visitor might need. The long list of our luxurious amenities is shown below.

PROPERTY:

- Gated community
- Video intercom system
- 4000 sq. feet penthouse
- Private parking inside the property
- Air conditioning regulated in each room


SERVICE:

- Welcome book with instructions
- Housekeeper comes every second day to provide light cleaning
- Wifi on each floor, each room
- Crib, high chair and playpen
- Washer and dryer in the unit
- Generator


KITCHEN:

- Welcome drinks in the fridge
- Mini bar with nice selection of alcohol
- Filtered water and ice
- Basic pantry items including coffee
- Fully equipped
- Wine cooler
- Bosch appliances


LIVING ROOM:

- 48“ high definition smart TV
- Netflix
- Satellite TV
- Comfortable lounge area


BATHROOMS:

- Organic cotton white towels
- Organic soaps, lotions and shampoo
- Hair dryers
- Decorated with orchids


BEDROOMS:

- Luxurious king size bed with high quality mattress
- Upscale quality of linens
- 40“ smart TV
- Netflix
- Queen size sleeper sofa in the master bedroom
- Safe
- Master bedroom has a view of the sea, mega yachts, palm trees and the beach
- Other two bedrooms have a view of hills, trees and Simpson Bay lagoon with its many boats
- Automatic roll down shutters (2 out of 3 bedrooms)


BEACH:

- Long chairs
- Regular chairs
- Cool box
- Two kayaks
- Beach towels
- Umbrella


PRIVATE ROOF TOP TERRACE:

- 861 sq. feet terrace
- Private jacuzzi
- Long chairs
- Dining area
- Summer kitchen with fridge
- Weber gas barbecue
- 360 degrees view of St. Maarten!
- Decorated with Desert roses


OTHER TERRACE (second biggest):

- Comfortable lounge area
- Dining area
- A breathtaking view of the entire beach
- Two fans
- Palm tree and flowers
- Covered against rain and direct sun


GARDEN:

- Beautiful and lush
- Many palm trees
- Wide selection of tropical flowers
- Private path to the beach
- Two outside showers


OTHER:

- Sound protected walls and roof
- Heat insulated sliding doors and windows


Layout of the penthouse:

The penthouse is located on the third floor of the building. And the penthouse itself takes up 3 floors, making the last floor the sixth floor of the building.
The first floor of the penthouse consists of the kitchen, living room, dinning room, one bedroom & bathroom, laundry room, powder room, and the main terrace. On the second floor you can find a master bedroom & bathroom with its own terrace and walk in closet as well as the last bedroom with its bathroom. The third floor is the roof top terrace with jacuzzi, summer kitchen, lounging and dining area.

A great selection of restaurants can be found within convenient walking distance. To name a few:
Skip Jack - local fisherman's restaurant
Top Carrot - vegetarian and healthy meals
Avantika - very elegant place with Thai cuisine
Sale & Pepe - great Italian place
Yacht Club - a great bar/restaurant to watch boats coming into the lagoon
Palapa Grill - known for great steaks and more
Atlantico - an amazing bakery
Roxxy - my personal favorite, located on Kimsha beach
Restaurants on our beach are Karakter, Mary's boon and El Zafiro.

LOCATION AND THINGS THAT CAN BE FOUND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE
Three small grocery stores: 1 - 5 minutes walk
Bank & ATM: 5 minutes walk
Drugstore: 5 minutes walk
French bakery: 5 minutes walk
Restaurants: 5 minutes walk
Bar: 5 minutes walk on the beach
Fish market: 15 minutes walk
Casino: 5 minutes walk

OTHER THINGS CLOSE BY:
Carita spa: 5 minutes drive
Harper hair dresser: 5 minutes drive
Water sports & diving: 5 minutes drive
Ferry to different islands: 5 minutes drive
Gym (Port de Plaisance): 5 minutes drive
Golf: 10 minutes drive
Airport: 8 minutes drive
Yoga studio (Jogasxm): 8 minutes drive
Cinema (Megaplex): 8 minutes drive
Medical clinic: 6 minutes drive

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Crib, long chair and a play pan available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
No parties or loud music is allowed Only the registered guests are allowed in the unit Quiet hours are from 10pm till 7am
No smoking inside the unit, including e-cigarettes The parking spot is #7, each unit has only one so please do not block others
Check in time is 3:30pm but it is possible to bring the luggage any time after 11am. Check out time is 11am unless approved otherwise

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Simpson Bay

Located in Simpson Bay, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maho Beach and Mullet Bay Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten

Getting around

  • Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pollos Hermanos - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy Dock Sailors Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Balls - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Palapa Hidden Oasis SXM - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Hung Fu - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury located?

Nestled on the beach, this Simpson Bay apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Simpson Bay Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Maho Beach. Kim Sha Beach and Flamingo Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Meghan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

pascal b.

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

Simply amazing

Fabulous place on a semi-private beach. If you're a beach lover , don't look any further. Simona is a great host who's very accomodating and ready to respond quickly. Pictures, although great, don't do this residence any justice. You have to see it for yourself. Location is also great with many shops and food options available. I could go on and on , but if you want peace of mind, you cannot go wrong booking this appartment. A true gem. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

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

Amazing Vacation

We stayed at Le Papillon in the penthouse and it did not disappoint. The unit was exactly as described. We had everything we needed for our stay. The bedrooms were all large with beautiful bathrooms and comfortable beds! The kitchen, living room and indoor dining were all spacious and nicely decorated. Both the large patio and rooftop deck had amazing views with comfortable seating. Le Papillon is located on the best part of the beach. We were able to enjoy the beach and ocean right in front of the unit with easy access. Our favorite spot was right under the beautiful palm trees. Amazing restaurants and bars and shops are all in walking distance. Simona and Lorraine were both very helpful, friendly and always available. We cannot wait to come back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen B.

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

A slice of paradise

Absolutely loved my stay at this VRBO vacation home! The property is absolutely beautiful and in a fantastic location — everything was so convenient yet peaceful. The home was spotless and had everything you could possibly need to feel completely at home, making the stay super comfortable. Communication with the host was a breeze; they were quick to respond and incredibly helpful. The parking was easy and hassle-free, which made coming and going stress-free. Plus, the view from the home was stunning — truly the perfect backdrop for a relaxing getaway. I can’t recommend this place enough and would happily stay here again!
View from the primary balcony.
Getting ready for an ocean view massage.
Coffee and rainbows from the balcony
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Perfect.

Loved the penthouse. Beach was amazing. Loved having lounge chairs and floats. Had issues with dryer. Never could get it to dry beach towels. Upstairs bedrooms stayed warm. Could use fans up there. Was impressed with response time by Simona. Tv in living room needs to be updated. We could not get Netflix to load. Was impressed with stocking of essentials. We will definitely stay again and also recommend to friends and online.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald M.

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

St Martin, Simpson, Bay

Beautiful property. Great views. Quiet beach with master bedroom to die for. Beach chairs, loungers, and floating devices provided for free, so no stress. Gated beach access. Beautiful patio where we ate all our meals and celebrated with island drinks. Roof top lounge, whirlpool and grill are great. Watching planes from the rooftop is cool. Can walk to Maho beach from there and watch the landings from the beach bar. Cool. Condo has secure parking and an elevator which helps a lot upon arrival and departure.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

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

Fantastic experience!

Just returned after a week at the Penthouse with my wife and two other couples. The condo is spacious and well appointed. The views from main deck and roof top are as advertised! Beach was perfect. Only question for us is when we’ll be back. Loved everything. Second time on Simpson Bay & in Sint Maarten and highly recommend a visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernestine L.

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

Le Papillion- Chef’s Kiss

Amazing property Fantastic location Incredible views Great getaway
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Simpson Bay Penthouse Charm

Le Papillon Penthouse is exactly as it is presented - beautiful, spacious, clean and full of amenities. The manager and owner were responsive and always helpful.We stayed with our adult children and their significant other. There was plenty of space for the six of us!It is located on the most beautiful beach on the island...you won't want or need to leave! Catamaran excursions came to our beach every day it is so beautiful. We had beach chairs/lounges available, beach towels and plenty of "floaties" to use in the water.There were many wonderful restaurants close by and around the island. Our favorites were Palapa Grill, Bamboo House, Big Fish, Skip Jacks and La Terrasse. We rented a car and had to plan accordingly to the SLOW traffic on the island.This property is located beside the airport. The noise from the planes was never a problem. In fact, it was fun watching the planes land and take off so close to us.We 100% recommend this property and would stay here again if we plan another vacation here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

Christmas 2024

This property was exactly how it was advertised. Very spacious. You almost only needed your toothbrush. The refrigerator was well stocked, there was coffee and tea and Nespresso and spices and alcohol and condiments. I would highly recommend this unit.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reg

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
excellent property , very spacious and luxurious. fantastic experience with beautiful views and great proximity to the beach
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

Awesome!!

Absolutely beautiful condo.Plenty of space for everyone and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Amazing stay in St. Maarten

Absolute amazing place, with fantastic views, great location and walk out access to the beach and other activities. Can’t wait to get back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina R.

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

Spectacular Simpson Bay Vacation

We had an amazing vacation at Top of the Art Penthouse! The views were spectacular and the apartment was equipped with everything we needed. We love Simpson Bay and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony P.

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

Incredibly Amazing

Not enough adjectives to describe how great this property is. Excellent location, well stocked and safe. We had dinner on the roof top deck and the 360 views is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christal S.

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

Sweet Penthouse Suite

Nicely decorated, great space allowing privacy for three couples. Penthouse with hot tub is truly a bonus. The property manager was very responsive as well. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Great getaway!

We were celebrating our daughter’s college graduation and our vow renewal. This is a great place to stay, relax and have some fun!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Amazing property

Well laid out property, centrally located on the ilsland wirh rhe bonus of being on the Simpson Bay beachfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

henry c.

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

great place

Even better than described, Very well stocked with all necessities. Great location also.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Simpson Bay paradise

Everything about our stay was phenomenal - access to a private boat and captain, walking out to a beautiful beach, and the views from the penthouse balcony. If you are reading this and thinking of going, book it now!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

isabelle h., canada

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

Extraordinaire

L’Emplacement, la plage, le coucher de soleil, la vue, le sont des vagues Les chambres sont grandes et très bien climatisée Tout était parfait
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

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

Great place

Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe f.

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

Awesome penthouse

Great penthouse with an awesome location right on the beach. All the amenities you need are there and very clean and modern. Very close to airport for convenience and watching airplanes take off from the hot tub on top floor a treat. Owner very receptive and quickly responds to all questions. Highly recommend if traveling to St. Martin. No worries if you rent this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved our stay. Around the area there is a lot of hurricane damage that has been left in rubble but if u can look past that you will love the accommodations! We would go back in a heart beat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

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

Incredible

From the unit to the beach to the location this trip was incredible. I can’t say enough good things about the host and the wonderful communication and allowing a late check out so we can get the last couple of beach hours.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Simona

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For years I have worked in rental business on St. Maarten. I always enjoyed meeting people and I was hoping they will have a nice vacation here. But I was not very happy how most of the properties were maintained and what the owners provided for the guests. Luckily I met the amazing owner of this property and together we turned it to what we believe a great place should look like. If you decide to stay with us and if you have any thought on how we could improve what we provide please let us know because happy guests has always been our goal.

Why they chose this property

I live on this island for close to 20 years and Simpson Bay is simply my favorite part of the island. So I enjoy the location. The property itself is new, well built, well designed, full of happy and interesting people, and with an amazing garden. So it provides all that I believe a good property should provide. It is just a pleasure to be around.

What makes this property unique

THINGS TO DO IN SIMPSON BAY:
- water sports including diving
- dining (there are as many as 20 restaurants to choose from)
- shopping (there are many small shops)
- casinos
- nightlife (there are about 2 night clubs)
- nice walks
- watching mega yachts passing through tiny bridge
- having a drink in one or the bars
- grocery shopping
- gym
- ATM machines and banks
- going to spa
- hairdresser
- health food store
- medical clinic (if needed)
- breakfast at French bakery
and I am sure you will come up with even more stuff

Languages:

English

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