Villa Bergamote

Each bedroom at Villa Bergamote is a separate bungalow, which gives every couple a door of their own. The cottages stand on a gentle slope among palms on the wild Toiny coast, with green hills behind. Glimpses of the sea show over the deck railings and through the palms. For couples who want privacy, a villa in Toiny, St Barts like this one is an easy choice.

The style is crisp white beach house. Small white clapboard cottages with gray hipped shingle roofs and covered porches are set around a central pool deck. One bedroom bungalow sits to the left of the pool, and two stand side by side on the right. Stone stairs climb the slope between them. Inside the main house, white board walls rise to peaked ceilings. A large white sofa fills the indoor living room, and wooden shutters filter the light. The compact kitchen is fully equipped, with white cabinets and black counters. Simple teak and leather chairs keep the look relaxed.

The rectangular pool holds pale turquoise water on a wide hardwood deck. Plenty of teak loungers and parasols surround it, and palms shade much of the deck. A covered porch holds a dining table for about 8. Nearby, a covered lounge with teak armchairs offers shade in the afternoon. A BBQ stands ready.

With a king bed in every bungalow, the house sleeps 6. Every bungalow has air conditioning and a ceiling fan, a TV and French doors onto the terrace. Each one also has its own white bathroom with a glass walk in shower and double sinks. One includes a walk in closet.

Toiny is the wild south east coast of the island, facing the Atlantic. It feels dramatic and private, and very quiet. Toiny beach is within walking distance, though the sea here is rough for swimming, so the pool becomes the center of the day. For a smaller hideaway in Toiny, Villa Petite Bergamote offers 1 bedroom for up to 2 guests and an infinity pool tucked into sea grape.

Two or three couples on a shared trip get the best of both here. This villa in Toiny, St Barts suits anyone who wants to share meals but keep their own space.