by Tom Wuckovich

Relax and enjoy the MP3 stereo system throughout the villa on 23 speakers located in seven regions with a CD library containing thousands of titles. You can listen to island music or your favorite song in the Entertainment Area while your travel companions are enjoying jazz poolside.

As you exit the first floor to the intimate courtyard, you will see your private 18’ x 45’ pool with a nearby Jacuzzi. From the third floor bedrooms, we thought the view was even more impressive. There is a “bridge” extending from the 2nd floor over the center of the pool complete with a “floating” Jacuzzi for an experience one is sure to remember.

The entertainment pieces in the villa are of the highest quality. The handmade stainless steel Blatt billiard table is one of the highlights of the second floor game room, where there was also a fully stocked card table if you felt the urge to gamble. The home theater area offered a TV, DVD, Video projector system bringing movies and sporting events to life for all to enjoy. In addition to the adult sections, the villa has a children’s playroom to keep the younger ones challenged and having fun.

There are two master bedrooms, each decorated with all the finest amenities. The en suite bathrooms are surrounded by carefully selected Travertine marble placed with architectural splendor. As you immerse yourself in the Jacuzzi for two you can watch television, listen to music, or enjoy the walk-in shower also designed to accommodate a couple. The skylights create natural lighting and stargazing from the Jacuzzi.

Bridge from 2nd floor over the private pool with “floating” Jacuzzi

Each Master Suite offers exceptional views of St. Martin and the beach area. The attached office is complete with a personal computer including Internet access and printer. The office also includes an “in villa” fax machine to send and receive confidential faxes.

This ultimate luxury is easy to get accustomed to. But the best was yet to come. That evening, and subsequent evenings, we were treated to some of the most sumptuous meals we have ever had the pleasure to sample. The villa comes with a main chef and a pastry chef so you can really plan to be decadent and take full advantage of the numerous amenities. No only are the dinner offerings incredible, but breakfast and lunch were equally fabulous.

After dinner, the staff leaves and you and the other guests have the opportunity to truly appreciate your surroundings. I wonder if the peals of laughter and squeals of pleasure bothered the guests in the other villas. Naw…their’s didn’t bother us!