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🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️

Beachfront condo for sun and fun

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On the beach
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Pool
Terrace/patio
Experience the Caribbean charm of Sol Y Mar, a top-level oceanfront penthouse villa nestled between eateries and bars in Simpson Bay. Enjoy breakfast on the seaside patio, relax by your private pool with lounge chairs and outdoor dining or walk down to Kim Sha Beach just steps away.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️

Sol Y Mar, a charming second-level private penthouse villa, nestled between a vibrant collection of favorite eateries, bars, branch style bakeries and the lapping turquoise waters of Simpson Bay – the heartbeat of the Dutch side. As the saying goes, “location, location, location” and Sol Y Mar certainly fits that criteria. This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom top-level penthouse sits directly on Kim Sha Beach and is minutes’ away from Simpson Bay Beach, Mullet Bay and the infamous Sunset Beach Bar. (About 20 stairs to access unit)

The spacious living and dining area is tastefully furnished with a Caribbean flair and opens onto the seaside terrace area with private pool. A convenient and open kitchen was made for socialising and features modern appliances.

Enjoy breakfast on the seaside patio while taking in the view of the blue waters and tropical palm trees as there are several outdoor spaces from which you can choose from.

The penthouse features three individually decorated bedroom suites, each with en-suite bathrooms. Two bedrooms offer a king size bed and the third bedroom offers two queen beds and will comfortably sleep up to 8 guests. Children are welcome here, making it an ideal location for families. All bedrooms offer air conditioning, ceiling fan, cable TV, in-room safe and ample storage space.

Highlights of Sol Y Mar:

*Top-level oceanfront 3 Bedroom penthouse (walk-up about 15 stairs)
*Large terrace with Private pool
*Beachview
*Direct beach access to Kim Sha Beach – Just walk down the stairs from the penthouse and you are literally foot steps from the beach
*Air Conditioning in living/dining/kitchen area and all three bedrooms
*Private pool with lounge chairs, comfortable sitting areas and outdoor dining
*Gas BBQ Grill
*Separate Laundry room with washer/dryer
*Gourmet Kitchen
*Flat Screen TV’s in living room and Master Bedroom(Cable TV)
*High Speed Wireless Internet
*Safe
*Family-Friendly (full size infant crib and baby bathtub available, if needed)
*Complimentary parking is just across the road

The location is conveniently within walking distance to a large grocery store, smaller convenience stores, a menagerie of restaurants to suit your taste, beach and piano bars, nightclubs, bakeries, pharmacy, banks, casinos, a movie theater, spas, salons and many small shops for a duty-free retail fix. For the adventure seekers there are a myriad of activities on the beach including; jet-skis, kayaks, scuba diving excursions, and daily catamaran sails to the neighboring islands of St. Barths, Saba and Anguilla is a five-minute walk away. If you are tired of the sea, sun, and sand and are looking for a fun night out, take a short drive to Maho – the night life capital and enjoy fine cuisine, shopping, and the casino or dance the night away.

Enjoy this elegantly appointed penthouse villa…Enjoy breakfast on the seaside patio and plan your day while taking in the view of the blue waters and tropical palms. Just walk down the stair and you are just steps away from the beach. Indulge in a serene sunset stroll, have a drink and take in the live music at the neighbouring beach bar or enjoy a meal at the restaurant below…Sol Y Mar offers the perfect retreat for your Caribbean vacation!

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

2167-146992

About the area

Map
Simpson Bay, SX

Getting around

  • Philipsburg (SXM-Princess Juliana Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Park Cafe
  • Juliette’s Bistro
  • Pelican Beach Bar
  • Bovin Steak House
  • L'Isola

Frequently asked questions

Is 🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️ located?

Situated on the beach, this condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Lay Bay Beach, Flamingo Beach and Hollywood Casino. Kim Sha Beach and Simpson Bay Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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🏖️Sol y Mar by IRE Vacations - Oceanfront Penthouse with Private Pool ☀️ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

We loved this property, location perfect! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful trip

Bedrooms were large with very nice bathrooms. Kitchen was well equipped for cooking. Washer and dryer was a plus!!! Balcony and pool had a great view. It was awesome to have some food in the fridge when we arrived. 10/10. We will book again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ted

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect location to beach and very family friendly great service
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was absolutely perfect for the 6 of us!

Beautiful property right on the beach! Close to many restaurants and stores!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved this property for our family vacation. Excellent location! The communication with the rental staff was excellent and they were extremely attentive to our needs. The property recommended a driver that we used all week which was very helpful. Will absolutely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sol Y Mar Is Awesome!!

The penthouse location was great. Everything was within walking distance: supermarket, restaurants, water sports, etc. Sol Y Mar was an exceptional place to stay with a great kitchen, comfortable beds, a nice pool, and beautiful views. We will be back, hopefully very soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in Simpson Bay

My family and I had a wonderful time at this property. Cathy and the IRE team were so communicative and helpful. We took their recommendation for a chef for two nights, which was amazing. The location is walkable and convenient to groceries and many restaurants. It can get loud at night with music from nearby bars/clubs, but otherwise outstanding time here. Thank you IRE!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sol Y Mar

This place is amazing we highly recommend it to everyone!!! The location is perfect if you don’t have a car . You are within walking distance of a market and hey take your suitcase to haul your groceries back in that’s what our guys did 😂 There are several restaurants within walking distance, but the best one is right below you at The Greenhouse !! Waiter was Harry was amazing !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Meg Y.

charming Sol Y Mar - absolute best lication

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: this is our second time there..we LOVE the place.very clean..easy to keep in touch with owners..great views, good cleaning lady..the list goes on. IRE vacations have been superb to deal with.
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10/10 Excellent

Trish V.

IRE team was the best!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Place had everything we were looking for & location was great. I cannot say enough about the IRE management team! I have been coming to the island for years & they were by far the best team I have worked with. Everything was wonderful!

10/10 Excellent

Kelley L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding! Clean, spacious and perfect location!

I have been coming to the island for years so was very familiar with this area so already knew it was a perfect location close to many amazing restaurants and activities. The villa was spacious, clean and well equipped. The owners and caretakers were extremely responsive and kind. The villa had everything we needed and more! We had 7 of us stay there and we all had plenty of our own space, lots of shared common space both inside and out. We also really enjoyed having our own private pool. Highly recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

Fantastic Villa!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The villa was clean, had a FANTASTIC location, excellent views, and was in the center of night life. We could not have picked a better location for our stay. Literally steps from the beach, 3 restaurants, and grocery stores. Had it's own dedicated parking space which wave very helpful and the private pool was amazing. Would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

mark w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect!!

Sol y Mar was the perfect place for our vacation to St. Martin! The beach is only 20 steps from the front door, the inside space is huge and the outdoor space with the pool is amazing! The kitchen has all the pots/pans/cups/utensils that you will need and bathrooms are stocked with soap, shampoo, shower gel, etc. and lots of towels for showers as well as numerous beach towels. Maia and Cathy from IRE were extremely helpful before and during our trip. Huge thanks to them. You will not be disappointed if you decide to stay at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Meg Y.

Amazing stay at Sol Y mar

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The Sol Y Mar is where we stayed for a week in January/19. The location cannot be beat! The actual penthouse apartment is absolutely beautiful. we were 8 adults. We have been to SXM several times but this was probably one of our best stays yet. Maia at IRE was excellent to deal with. Everything went smooth. The outside sitting areas are lovely in the villa. But,,,location is just about the best on the island. We have always loved the Simpson Bay area,,with so many places to eat, dance, etc within walking. I would highly recommend this place for a wonderful, clean, safe place to stay. Parking was avail. Only one suggestion is to have TV's in bedroom, as stated in advertisement for the villa. There was only one tv in the main living room. Other than that, everything was excellent.

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Must Stay in Simpson Bay

This was our 3rd time vacationing in St. Martin. Each time we have stayed at a VRBO and this was by far the best place and experience. The communication with IRE Vacation Rentals was amazing from booking, leading up to the trip and during our stay. The location of the condo can't be beat! We love the Buccaneer Beach Bar, so when we found this place next to it, we had to try it and it did not disappoint! Cathy met us at the condo for check in, gave us a tour of the condo and explained everything. Cecilia, the cleaning person, was so sweet and did an amazing job cleaning up the place during our stay. The location is central to everything! We were able to walk to restaurants, the grocery store and catch the bus when we didn't need a taxi to nearby locations. The condo was very clean, beds were very comfortable and there was plenty of space for the 6 of us to spread out and even entertain our friends who were staying at a nearby resort. The kitchen was well stocked and IRE provided some staples to get us through until we got to the grocery store, which I thought was a nice touch. The private pool was definitely a refreshing break from the beach. I can't say enough good things about this condo and we are already planning to stay here again during our next trip to the island. Thank you IRE staff for making this such an enjoyable experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Samantha C.

Sol Y Mar - perfection.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Sol Y Mar was the perfect rental for our vacation. We had 6 adults and 2 children (3 & 1). The unit layout provided everyone with necessary privacy and also allowed us to feel together as a family. The kitchen was well stocked, the location was unbeatable, and the staff was amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed Green House Restaurant directly downstairs. Super convenient! We also frequented Buccaneer Beach Bar and enjoyed ourselves. A few things I feel worth mentioning... the noise from outside establishments can get loud (which didn't bother us- we used sound machines to drown it out). We were planning on using the crib for our 1 year old, however we did find the crib to be in poor condition and the mattress was significantly stained. BUT, due to the location and amenities you might not want to leave. Overall this was a fabulous unit. We will 100% never look elsewhere for a rental. This was amazing and we are already looking forward to returning!

10/10 Excellent

marisol v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and beautiful property

We loved our stay and enjoyed how everything was so close. Perfect for any family or friend’s getaway. Everything was wonderful. The only thing we experienced that was not so great was the WiFi and we weren’t able to get the TV’s working. We didn’t miss it much since we were out and about during the day and in the evening we enjoyed the ambiance and each other. Overall we gave it a 10.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Meg Y.

Beautiful Sol Y Mar,,our home away from home!

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10/10 Excellent

misty l.

Perfect Paradise!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location of this home is unbeatable! Located on top of a restaurant with another beach bar next door as well! Private pool was amazing to come back to after a long day of island exploring. Beautiful sunrises from the ocean can be seen from the balcony. Our family loved the options this home provided to spread out & all to have our own space, together. The private parking spot in a busy area like this was a big win also! Nightly music could be enjoyed in the rooftop pool without having to leave the rental but wasn’t too loud to allow for early bedtime either. I almost hate to share how great this place is & let the secret out since we want to go back & want it available. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Family vacay

Great house in good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

clarence h.

HAFER/PAPSUN

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: IT WAS WONDERFUL. VERY ACCOMADATING STAFF.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

A Fantastic Family Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We absolutely loved Sol y Mar. First time traveling to St. Martin and so happy that we chose to stay in Simpson Bay. The property was in an excellent location and the rental office was so responsive to all of our needs. We will absolutely be returning.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

ted s.

Great place to stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great for family steps to the beach and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Rick D.

Fantastic Time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The 6 of us had such a great time!! The location to stores and to the beach was just perfect. I think the best thing about it was the access to the beach bar as well as the restaurant downstairs. Also nice being served food and drink while sitting on the beach. Some sargassum but not too bad. The pool was also nice to have, but in September it gets a little warm and it is quite shallow. I think the only downside is that for some reason housekeeping comes twice a week for at least 7 hours each time. For people like us, that is just not needed. My sister in law was lying down in her bedroom trying to get some rest and the housekeeper went and knocked on her door. Small issue, but still. I don't know if we could have requested less housekeeping or not. Probably our fault for not asking. Besides that small inconvenience, AWESOME!!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Laretta M.

.Location Location Location!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the most enjoyable stay, plenty of room for the 6 of us, the location was perfect, the home had so many extra amenities! The stay was exceptional. We will definitely return, I am a Travel Agent I surely will send my clients your way.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023