Perched on Great Bay Beach, this villa boasts a private lanai and elevated deck with beautiful ocean views. Enjoy the beachfront swimming pool, lounge in a king-sized bed with 600-thread count silky sheets or cook up something delicious in the fully-stocked kitchen.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay
This two-bedroom, three-bath villa is situated right on Great Bay Beach in a small complex of twelve individual villas with a lovely beachfront swimming pool and breathtaking ocean views. This gated complex with on-site management is the perfect place to relax around the pool or to just lounge on your private lanai or elevated deck overlooking our beautiful beach. It is remodeled inside and out with new furniture and king beds. There are security cameras for your safety located in the common areas on the property, including the pool.
The location is ideal because it is on the opposite side of Great Bay from the bustling Philipsburg Cruise Port, so you can enjoy the wonderful views of the cruise ships' comings and goings without the crowds! There are as many as six cruise ships in port at one time, and watching them is a favorite past-time of just about everyone who stays at our complex.
There are endless activities available in St. Maarten/St. Martin and the surrounding islands if you are interested in something other than vegging out on our gorgeous beach or beachside pool and patio.
Recently remodeled: Tastefully decorated with new beds and bedding (600 thread count silky sheets!), sleeper sofa, and living room furniture. All 3 bathrooms were remodeled, with the 2 private upstairs bedroom baths each having new showers and rain shower heads with handheld shower wands. A new viewing deck is available through patio doors from the ocean side bedroom, which overlooks the beach, ocean, and cruise ship dock.
The kitchen was remodeled, including a new stove, full-sized microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, plenty of cabinet space, and tile. It is fully stocked with dinnerware, cooking supplies, spices, a blender, a coffee pot, a toaster, and bar accessories. There are even little drink umbrellas waiting just for you!
Short walk to everything: There is a local convenience store a half block away for last-minute necessities. Your favorite restaurants, shops, piers, and people watching are just a short 5-10 minute walk down the beach or boardwalk. This is one of the best locations on the island as you can have peace and quiet when you want it or walk just a few minutes to all the shopping, restaurants, and beach activity your heart would ever desire. For longer stays, house cleaners are available at an additional cost. Toilet paper and paper towels are provided, but you should bring your own bar soap and shampoo.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Infinity pool
Outdoor pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car not required
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Rainfall showerhead
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Dock
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
3 accessible parking spaces
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the ocean
On the bay
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located on the beach, this villa is in Downtown Philipsburg, a neighbourhood in Philipsburg. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Maho Beach and Mullet Bay Beach. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking nearby. Visit our Philipsburg travel guide
Does Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include infinity pools.
Is Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay located?
Nestled on the beach, this Downtown Philipsburg villa is within a 10-minute walk of Philipsburg Boardwalk, Great Bay Beach and Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit. Little Bay Beach and Cyrus Wathey Square are also within 15 minutes.
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Beautiful beachfront at The Villas On Great Bay Reviews
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The absolute best. Will always come back to this spot, the owners are OUTSTANDING. 100/10. Already booked for next year. Beautiful beach. Great people all around
The villa was well equipped and well maintained. Doug gave us great restaurant recommendations and things to do on the island. Serge was helpful making reservations and booking taxi trips for us. Great location and quiet.
This is the second time I’ve stayed at this property and villa 2 is an exceptional unit and well equipped for an extended stay. The villas on great Bay are ideally situated to walk to shopping, restaurant, bars, water, sports, etc. but far enough away from the hustle and bustle of cruise ship crowed. The owner is very responsive, the check-in process was easy and the property manager was available for anything we needed during our stay. I highly recommend staying here if you plan a visit to Saint Maarten.
If you’re looking for less night life, beautiful quiet beach with the option to be in the mix of busy beaches, it would be a shame to overlook this villa.
Communications were excellent, the Villa was clean and comfortable.
Highly recommend
Doug is an amazing host, extremely helpful and gives you loads of information about the island. The villa is well stocked and clean. You are within walking distance to shopping and restaurants and a beach just steps away.
Our stay was great. The property manager was amazing. Anything you needed he was right there to help you out. The area was great. Lots of shops and places to eat. It was cool to see the cruise ships come in. The beach in front of the villa was beautiful. There were a couple of beach chairs to use, which was convenient. Overall, this place was great for our family of 4.
Had a marvelous stay at the Villas on Great Bay! Dougs place is a perfect spot to stay on Great Bay. The beautiful aqua waters and the warm sunshine and sandy beach you cannot beat! The villa is super clean and the view from living room and owners suite is breath taking! Serge helped us out with any of our questions and the others in the adjacent villas were so friendly and welcoming! The villa has all the amenities you ever need. Dougs list of restaurants, beaches and things to do was so helpful. We toured the island in our rental car and visited several of the 37 beachs. I highly recommend this villa and the island is one of the most beautiful place you will ever see!
This was our 2nd time staying in Villa # 2. The property is beautiful and all amenities are as stated. Wally was very attentive to our needs. We had to cut our stay by 2 days as Hurricane Tammy was bearing down and our scheduled flight was cancelled. We love St Martin and hope to return for a third visit.
Overall this property is great! The location is prime at the far end of the beach in Phillipsburg on Great Bay. Close enough to walk into town to all of the bars, eateries and shopping but far enough away to be quite peaceful. The unit was well stocked with the necessary equipment and even had some food/drink supplies in the small bar and kitchen. The onsite manager (Wally) was fantastic, helpful and very helpfull with island information. He checked in with us daily to see if everything was OK. The small pool was nice in the morning or evening and overlooks the beach!
From the moment of booking, Doug has been incredibly attentive, responsive and helpful. He provides a comprehensive packet of information, recommendations to local stores, charters, amenities, generous coupons and anything else you could ever need. Serge, the property manager, is equally charming and helpful with all of your needs. The property is gorgeous, comfortable and well-appointed. Couldn’t have had a better experience. We will be back.
What a lovely villa! The pics don't do it justice! The bedrooms and living room are much more spacious. The location in the community is perfect as far as privacy. The owners have thought of absolutely everything one might need. We even loved the beach compared to the few others we saw on the island. It wasn't super-wide which would make for a long walk, it was completely uncrowded - most days we were the only ones there, and the water was gorgeous. Also, watching the cruise ships come in and go out was fun.
It was truly a wonderful, relaxing vacation and we would rent this villa again in a heartbeat! :)
The Villas are perfect. Very nicley furnished , excetionally clean and very secure.Well equipped kitchen. Location is perfect. Very quiet, away from cruise ship traffic yet close enough that you can walk into town. Great Bay Market is just across the street. Super convenient with prices comparable to the large store. Great fresh bread daily. Doug is a super host, with excellent communication. Wally, the manager for our villa is amazing. Great personality and there immediatley if you need him. We looked forward to his visit every morning and evening as he checked that all was okay. We are already planning our next. You'll live it.
You know that feeling you get, the first time you step into a place you booked quite some time ago, and have eagerly anticipated ever since ... and it's EXACTLY everything you wanted it to be? That's what it was like, upon our arrival at Doug & Becky's gorgeous villa on the bay in Sint Maarten!
The location, the layout, the decor, the grounds, the pool, the on-site manager, the beach just a few steps away ... all of it was spectacular. And the communication, recommendations, and advice I received from the owners prior to our arrival was unlike anything I've experienced with any other venue I've rented.
Quite simply, this is the best VRBO experience we've ever enjoyed. This was our first trip to the beautiful island of Sint Maarten, but we're already making plans to return ... and it just wouldn't be the same unless we find a way to stay in this beautiful villa once again!
We stayed at this villa for 10 days and had an amazing time! The accommodations were exactly as described and the hosts provided so much useful information about the restaurants and activities nearby. The property manager, Serge, was so friendly and greeted us on arrival even helping with our luggage. The property was very private and we felt very comfortable and safe. There was security on site which added to the comfort level. The boardwalk was a short walk down the beautiful beach which was so sandy and warm. The private pool was a popular hangout for the family. The cruise ships were a daily sight right from the villa patio and lovely to watch them depart all lit up against the night sky! Although Phillipsburg is a bustling hub during the day, there is not much nightlife there as most places close by 9pm. Note though that the bar/restaurant will not close if there are customers there so no need to worry about getting kicked out at 9pm LOL! Also as expected the internet is bit unreliable but it was a perfect excuse to get away from technology/work. Would definitely come back!
Couldn't have picked a better location or villa. The VRBO was off the charts fantastic and beautifu
My sister & I and a friend rented villa #2 at The Villas on Great Bay. I researched the VRBO site with my necessary needs as a filter & I am ELATED that I selected this Villa. There are only 13 villas. This villa faces the ocean & is a little more private than the other villas. This property has an infinity edge pool shared by all, but was hardly used when were there for our 8-day vacation. This villa is three bath, two bedroom & is the best stocked VRBO I have ever stayed in & I am a seasoned traveler. The kitchen is stocked like my kitchen at home. It has an outdoor shower before you enter the villa. The flooring is beautiful, the appliances great...there is nothing negative to say about this villa nor this property. What is a great plus is that the villas are very secure. You have gates that you can lock outside your front patio & around your entry porch. The entire property is gated and needs a combination to enter & to leave. There is an on-site manager of the property named Serge. He is sweet, so competent, so helpful, & so professional. Serge will arrange a taxi, make reservations...anything that you need. If you rent this villa, you will NOT be disappointed! The property is even more beautiful than the pictures & the location of this villa on the island is the BEST! The best shopping on the island is on Front Street & so are the Villas! Communication with both the villa owner and the property manager before our stay was prompt and informative. A great experience!
Thank you Doug & Becky! We truly enjoyed your villa. You were both so helpful from the beginning with recommendations, rental contacts, answers to my questions, etc. Serge was the best property manager as well! Would love to come back next year