Villa Turtle Inlet

When you realize that the house itself is a match for the beach it commands, and when the atrium frames that impossible sweep of turquoise, Villa Turtle Inlet is the kind of Grace Bay address that makes you gasp twice.

This architectural masterpiece blends the sea, sky, and sand into everyday life, situated directly on the famous Grace Bay and overlooking Smith’s Reef. The great room breathes with the trade winds thanks to oversized glass sliders that disappear into the walls, light-lifting ceilings, and serene, coastal textures that keep the horizon as the main attraction. The quiet of the reef and the aroma of salt filling the kitchen in the morning, while evenings are spent on a terrace that seems to float between the sky and the water.

The pool terrace in back feels like a private club that is catered to your tastes. The color of the sea is reflected in an infinity-edge pool, which changes from pearl at dawn to saturated cobalt by afternoon. Cocktails in hand, toes warmed by flame, the reef a soft murmur just beyond the palms, a sculptured fire pit gleaming from an island set within the pool itself. Deep loungers and garden daybeds invite naps you won’t regret, and an outdoor kitchen and shaded dining area make eating al fresco the norm. The world is kept at a respectful distance by the landscaped grounds and swaying palms; all that is visible are light and water.

Villa Turtle Inlet’s interior is designed to facilitate easy togetherness. The media lounge, formal dining, and a fully furnished gourmet kitchen with breakfast bar are all layered into one view-led sweep in the great room, allowing conversation to flow naturally from the sofa to the table to the chef’s island. Even though the house is fully open to the breeze, the materials—stone, wood, and glass—remain tactile and honest, giving the impression that it is grounded. Wi-Fi, a villa landline with free local and long-distance calling, and ceiling fans and air conditioning adjust comfort to your preferences.

Suites with five bedrooms make sleeping a ritual. The main suite upstairs boasts a private balcony, a spa-style bath, and a front row seat to the shifting blues of the reef; a second king suite has the same lofty view. Two king suites with balconies and views of the sea are located on the lower level. Each suite has an en suite bathroom with outdoor showers so that guests can rinse off under the stars after swimming. The fifth suite completes the scene, allowing each visitor to awaken to light, breeze, and the silence that only comes from evenings by the sea.

The combination of resort privilege and private-home tranquility is what makes Villa Turtle Inlet unique. When the mood turns social, guests can escape from their own sand to renowned restaurants, lounges, and services at the neighboring Grace Bay Club and West Bay Club, which offer exclusive signing privileges. With a welcome drink and amenity upon arrival, personal butler services that discreetly anticipate needs, and daily housekeeping that restores the villa to a gentle sheen after the beach, your stay starts the way a beach vacation should.

Every morning, a full American breakfast is delivered, allowing the first choice of the day to be whether to walk or swim. Every day, bottled water is restocked, and between chef nights, basic kitchen supplies like coffee, teas, juices, cereals, condiments, and sodas make things simple. A complimentary one-hour photo shoot with a print captures the week you’ll want to remember, and a private chef is available by reservation in advance to transform dinners into tasting memories.

Around the sea, the days arrange themselves. In addition to the pool and beach setup looking like choreography, two private SUV transfers transport you to and from the airport with ease, a US$500 resort credit enhances your stay, and if you would like the pantry pre-stocked, provisioning is done before you arrive. Paddleboards and snorkeling gear are waiting by the boardwalk for calm-water adventures over Smith’s Reef. Entertainment and special touches are subtly set up when a celebration is called, leaving only the sound of laughter and the soft glow of the fire pit against the water.

For bigger parties without compromising privacy, Villa Turtle Inlet can be combined with nearby Villa Sundog. These two striking residences share a legendary stretch of sand that is meant to gracefully host important events. By the time the stars emerge and the pool reflects a variety of constellations, it is evident why visitors keep coming back: the harmony is flawless—private, refined, and rooted in the beauty that only Grace Bay can provide.

Nearby activities include: taking a half-day boat to the sandbars at Half Moon Bay for shelling and a barefoot picnic; exploring Grace Bay’s shops and cafes; drift-snorkeling Smith’s Reef directly from shore to see turtles, rays, and vibrant coral gardens; and ending the day with a sunset sail along Princess Alexandra National Park.

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