Read our consistent 5-point detailed reviews on the leading travel review site (TA)! "Ouanalao" is a newer 2BR "apartment-villa" in the Colombier neighborhood of St. Barthélemy, overlooking Flamands Beach. **Note: Rates are posted through October 15, 2024.** Rates reflect a discount due to the construction of adjacent property. Construction times Mon-Friday 7 AM-12 PM, 2-5 PM. Sat 8 AM-12 PM We've listed it under Villas because this is the closest match, confirmed by some major Caribbean villa rental agencies. "Ouanalao" is unique in St. Barts vacation lodging in that it's a single unit situated as part of a new (2018) occupied larger luxury villa, not part of a complex. It offers good privacy, independent access, complete European comfort, a breathtaking million-dollar view, and its own 23 ft swimming pool with an in-water bench (banquette) to maximize the endless ocean view. Large wrap-around terrace, outdoor relaxing, grilling, and dining (6-seat teak/wicker outdoor dining set). Rental Availability: Rates are stated in USD, but payment in EUR is always welcome and appreciated. More photos are available on the property's separate site. (Search for the single term stbartsapartment or villaostbarth.) Note: We value our reputation with HomeAway; unless you discovered the separate site independently or had a prior direct relationship with the owners, any inquiries and reservations should be made via this HomeAway (and worldwide affiliates) listing. Full descriptions under headings below (subject to minor modification). Living Room (salle de séjour) with Breathtaking, Unobstructed Ocean View. Hardwood coffee tables, sofa, plush love seat, TV/media center with 40" / 102cm Samsung 4K Smart TV and Apple TV (including Sling TV Blue package), Air Conditioning (split unit). Separate Dining Area. Round hardwood table, four chairs (2 more bar stools at the nearby bar), contemporary wall-mounted sideboard, and unique suspended lamp with nest shade. Two Bedrooms - Same Ocean View - Just Steps from Poolside. One with a king-size bed and one with joinable twins. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet and electronic safe; the other has an armoire. Nightstands (chevets) and table lamps. French mattresses and bed linens. Each has an elegant Haiku-L ceiling fan and is air-conditioned (split units). Each BR approx. 12 m2 / 130 ft2. Primary BR has a 32" SONY 4K TV with built-in Netflix and YouTube and Amazon Fire TV, which offers Sling TV Blue package, Netflix, and Hulu apps (subject to internet quality). Custom-made Kitchen and Bar made in France. Two contemporary bar stools. Dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, induction cooktop, oven. Coffee maker, Nespresso machine. European appliances. A chef-equipped kitchen to go beyond the bare minimum found in most vacation rental kitchens. Spacious Terrace and Sunning / Swimming Area - Full Length Ocean View: Both covered (dining; grilling) and open (sunbathing; lounge chairs) areas. Outdoor shower hose for rinsing sandy beach feet. Balcony with tasteful rail. Please avoid walking in this area as there is a steep drop from the pool. Entertainment and Connectivity: Streaming TV, Sonos PlayBase (TV), and two Sonos Play 1 units. USB charger. Internet, work desk, and wireless laser printer (BR2) (supports AirPrint for Apple i-devices). Pool: An incredible rectangular pool (7m L x 2.6m W x 1.5 m D) is in front of the living room and first bedroom. It has an in-water banquette to maximize the enjoyment of the endless ocean view. Location ... Ouanalao is near the D210 road from Gustavia and the Airport to Colombier. It's further down the local highway (chemin communal) from the La Petite Colombe Boulangerie - Patisserie - Traiteur (where you may procure your delectable breakfast croissants and pastries) and before the first significant ascent towards the top of Colombier. It's quietly nestled off the road, yet a short, easy drive from Gustavia or the Airport in St. Jean (5 minutes by car). It is perched high above the hills overlooking Flamands Beach. The villa apartment has a separate entrance and parking pad. It has good soundproofing, and the terrace is privacy-protected from the rest of the structure. Nearby beaches are Flamands (excellent for sunbathing), Anse des Cayes (suitable for surfing), Colombier (also called Rockefeller Beach for historical reasons; requires a nature hike and St. Jean (water sports, sunbathing, airplane spotting, Nikki Beach Club, Eden Rock Hotel). Five minutes away by car is shopping in St. Jean (groceries - Marché U, Monoprix, bank ATM (BRED), La Parapharmacie, and other essentials) and Gustavia's delights (duty-free luxury stores such as Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Bulgari, Prada, Dolce e Gabbana, Voila St Barth; local boutiques; more banks; bars and restaurants; marina and ferry; morning fish market - often fresh langouste). View ... Ouanalao is on the ground floor of a larger, occupied new luxury villa. It offers magnificent views over Flamands Beach, the uninhabited Îles Chevreau, Frégate, and Toc Vers, the marine preserve. And most of all, the endless deep sapphire blue of the open Atlantic. At this point of St. Barthélemy, the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic. At Ouanalao, you'll enjoy inspiring, peaceful sunrises over the Atlantic. Every morning bestows a different miracle. At day's end, as the sun sets from the St. Martin side of the island, Colombier casts its shadow on the uninhabited, protected islands facing you, revealing subtle changes in character. Then, at the far end of Flamands, sunlight and clouds reflected on the water create a rare, delicate dance of sea angels, typically between 5:30 and 6:30 pm. Ouanalao Is Ideal For ... Discerning Travelers: Those who appreciate the panoramic sea view, convenient location, décor, terrace, and sundeck and recognize the strong value proposition. Habitués, Empty Nesters, Retirees: Do you already know St. Barts well and have satisfied your need to splash out on the mega-expensive rental villa experience? Or are you traveling just as two and want full comfort but don't need a full villa? You've learned that by renting smartly, you can return more frequently or stay longer. A Change of Routine in Uncertain Times: Ouanalao and St. Barthélemy are perfect for those looking for an alternative to the Riviera / Côte d'Azur, North African, Greek, Italian, or other Mediterranean resort destinations while still enjoying a European feel and quality standard. C'est la France et donc l'eurozone. Your Euros are always welcome at Ouanalao. Longer Stays: Travelers looking for an affordable way to spend more than just 7 - 10 days. Ouanalao is excellent value for anyone looking to take a month or more off without compromising comfort and style. Keeping in Touch: For those who may need to mind personal or professional matters off-island: internet, good cell coverage, work desk and comfortable chair, laser printer.