The villa with the view. Villa Kercliff occupies what is arguably the most desirable piece of real estate in all of St. Barths—the very top of Pointe Colombier—with sweeping views of St. Maarten and Anguilla and the entire length of St. Barths. Professionally landscaped and elegantly furnished, Kercliff is proof that good taste is indeed universal, and discerning travelers from the United States, Canada and abroad will immediately appreciate Kercliff’s original artwork, antiques, handmade mahogany beds, fine linens and gourmet kitchen.

Kercliff both captures and elevates the Caribbean art of combining indoor and outdoor living to a new level. Interior spaces flow seamlessly into the exquisitely designed stone terraces which surround the villa. With no detail overlooked, including a well-stocked honor bar, guests at Kercliff are assured of not having to deal with any issues more vexing than whether to enjoy their morning coffee while reclining on a chaise lounge or at the table by the pool, or drinks and dinner in the beautifully appointed living and dining room or on the sunset deck located a few steps above the villa.

But as with great vacations everywhere, it is the simple things which make staying at Kercliff truly sublime. Sunrises over Grand Cul de Sac and Vitet in the distance, sunsets over St. Maarten and Anguilla, and the myriad shades of color and light in between as reflected in the waters of Petite Anse, Anse des Flamands and Colombier or on the string of the tiny islands of Chevreau ou Bonhomme, Frégate and Toc Vers, conjure images of Monet’s immortal paintings of haystacks and the Cathedral at Rouen. Add complete privacy, total peace and quiet and cooling Caribbean breezes, and guests at Kercliff find themselves inventing excuses not to leave the villa.

Specifics: Three air-conditioned suites: three king master suites each with an ensuite bath, spacious living/dining areas, high beamed ceilings, pool, heated jacuzzi, airport greeting, and daily maid service. Direct TV CD/DVD, fax machine, Bose sound, gas grill, constant breezes and no mosquitoes! Car provided June 1 to October 31. More details . . .