Perched on a hillside above Marigot bay, this villa earns its place with an infinity pool that seems to pour straight into the Caribbean horizon. The blond-wood deck and covered dining terrace beneath shade sails mean you're rarely without a view of the bay and palms, whether you're eating or simply doing nothing. Two upper-level bedrooms each open onto private terraces overlooking both the pool and the water below. When you do venture out, Shell Beach and the St Barts coastline are within easy reach – and on-request services, from a private chef to a yoga teacher, mean you can keep things as effortless as you like.

• Your host can help arrange children's activities, butlers, boat excursions, restaurant reservations, private chefs, water activities, personal trainers, yoga sessions, and more.Cost on request
• If you need laundry taken care of, your host's housekeeper may be able to help for a fee – just ask in advanceCost on request