Villa Nanne

Nestled on a verdant hillside with unobstructed views of Corossol Bay, Villa Nanne is a contemporary interpretation of traditional Caribbean living, featuring warm woods and natural textures, palm trees as a backdrop, and cooling breezes from the island’s soothing trade winds.

This newly constructed, design-forward retreat, which consists of airy pavilions connected by outdoor wooden stairways, offers the necessities that visitors adore in St. Barths: seclusion, expansive views of the sea, and a smooth indoor-outdoor rhythm that makes each hour feel leisurely.

The island immediately becomes visible as soon as you enter the main pavilion. The living room’s louvered windows and high, vaulted ceilings allow light and breeze to flow freely in two directions: toward the sparkling bay in front and a private garden behind. The soft upholstery, woven accents, and hand-finished woods underfoot create a serene, modern atmosphere. While seating clusters encourage conversation, reading, or just observing yachts tracing the horizon beyond Corossol’s glittering waters, a sizable dining table serves as the focal point for casual breakfasts and leisurely dinners.

Outside, Villa Nanne makes taking in the scenery a daily ritual. A heated swimming pool that reflects the sky is in front of the main pavilion’s expansive sea-facing terrace. A covered alfresco dining area for ten, surrounded by tropical plants, makes every meal feel festive yet laid-back, while sun loungers and low-slung daybeds adorn the deck for lazy afternoons. As the bay turns golden, a bar counter next to it is the ideal spot for sunset cocktails. When you want some peace and quiet, slip around to the shaded back terrace, a cozy nook of chaise longues and greenery ideal for reading, napping, or having a leisurely conversation.

Villa Nanne’s sleeping quarters are designed for seclusion and relaxation. Echoing the home’s elemental connection to nature, the villa has four air-conditioned bedrooms, each with a king-size bed, en suite bathroom, and a view of the garden or sea. Convenient and peaceful, the main suite is located near the living room and is perfect for early risers or anyone who prefers to be just a short distance from the house’s social center.

Each of the remaining three bedrooms, which are separate bungalows, opens to a furnished terrace for a final look at the stars or a morning coffee, allowing couples and friends to keep their own pace. Vibrant Caribbean hues are tempered by wood tones, wickerwork, and tactile textiles throughout the décor, which results in rooms that feel both elegant and deeply anchored.

Here, design is more than just beautiful; it’s luxuriously useful. The layout’s natural flow—salon to terrace to pool to shaded garden—allows the trades to be harnessed by the louvered windows, and the wood floors naturally cool the feet. Swim first as the bay gets brighter, then head to the bar for a fresh juice, relax in a lounge chair with a book, and then head for an outdoor lunch as sailboats draw white lines across the blue. The terrace becomes a front row seat to color and light as evening draws near; the village twinkles below as dinner is stretched out by candlelight.

Flexibility and well-being are inherent. If your group needs a bit more space, the lower level can be activated with a fifth bedroom, a massage room for therapist visits, and an equipped fitness room. Villa Nanne scales well, maintaining its calm, understated charm whether you’re organizing a long, rejuvenating stay or a fun-filled week with friends.

The appeal is sealed by the location. The elevated, garden-wrapped perch of Villa Nanne, which is located in Corossol village, preserves a sense of seclusion and tranquility while keeping you close to the island’s necessities, including beaches, bakeries, boutiques, and Gustavia’s restaurants. After swimming or having lunch by the water, head back “home” to the quiet gleam of the pool and the silence of the palm trees.

Villa Nanne’s balance is what makes it so effective: Modernly clear Caribbean-style architecture; areas big enough to accommodate gatherings but with private nooks; materials that are tactile and honest; and a continuous, calming conversation with the sea. Bring those you care about, and let the rhythm of St. Barths—light, breeze, view, and time—take care of the rest.

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