Situated on the tranquil Trouya Pointe peninsular, in the north west of St Lucia, this beautiful villa benefits from the peace and quiet this coastal area offers, yet within a few minutes’ you can access all the hustle and bustle of nearby Rodney Bay.
With its bustling nightlife, attractive marina bursting with supersized yachts, and many bars, shops and restaurants, Rodney Bay can provide everything you need to occupy the whole family. Head to popular Reduit Beach, where banana boats whiz across the water and beach front bars pump out lively music. It’s also home to Splash Island Water Park, an essential excursion for kids of all ages.
For a more authentic vibe, head just a few minutes further north to Gros Islet village, where the historic streets are lined with rum shops and fishing shacks draped with drying nets, and the sound of reggae can always be heard day and night. Delve into culinary delights such as freshly cut coconut, BBQ chicken and freshly caught cod, and party the night away at a Jump Up – the fabulous rum infused street parties this area is famous for.
Just 8km away you’ll find Pigeon Island National Park, a beautiful beach set amongst stunning scenery. After sunning yourself on the golden sand and swimming in the azure waters, you can visit the museum or climb to the vantage point of the historic Fort Rodney for awe-inspiring views including that of neighbouring island Martinique. You’ll also find two lovely restaurants and a brilliant rum bar located in the underground warren beneath the fort.
More notable beaches on the Island include the natural black sandy beach of Anse Chastanet, where you can scuba on most of the Island’s beautiful coral reef, or perhaps you’d like to head to Grande Anse 25km south, where you can watch endangered leatherbacks crawl out of the water and lay their eggs on the shores.
St Lucia’s vibrant capital Castries lies 8km south of the villa, which is well worth a visit on a Saturday morning, where you’ll find row after row of market stalls, piled high with mouth-watering fruits and spices, with the soaring Morne Fortune serving as a scenic backdrop.
A multitude of activities can be explored throughout the Island. Avid hikers head to the dramatic twin peaks of Gros Piton and Petit Piton, a UNESCO World Heritage site on the southwest of the Island, or simply soak in the mud beneath the Sulphur Springs nearby. And no trip to St Lucia is complete without visiting the 19,000 acres of spectacular rainforest in the south. Take the aerial tram above the canopy or for the more adventurous try your hand at the adrenaline-pumping ziplines. However, you like to spend your time, there really is something for everyone on the glorious Island of St Lucia.