Kaya

High on a Vitet hillside with sweeping views over the island’s green hills and the wide blue Atlantic, Villa Kaya (KYA) is an architecturally unique home, full of intriguing eye candy and yet perfectly suited to a relaxed Caribbean vacation. The luxury rental property was designed by its owner, who paid careful attention to every detail and brought in a team of skilled artisans to work with the finest natural materials. Exposed wooden beams on the ceiling add distinct character. But for all the beauty and elegance, the villa has a cozy and comfortable charm—it is very much in the spirit of St. Barth.

The flexible layout makes Villa Kaya (KYA) accommodating for groups of friends or extended families who want to share a house with ample spaces for socializing during the afternoons and evenings but with well-separated, private sleeping quarters to retreat into when it’s time to be quiet and still. As the spaces are organized around the pool and several outdoor lounge areas, the house is easy to navigate. Even when all three bedrooms are used, the feeling remains intimate.