Villa Constellation

A daybed hangs from the roof of an open pavilion at Villa Constellation, swaying gently in front of a slate water wall. It sets the tone for a calm, design led house. The villa stands high on a green hillside in Vitet, below a rocky peak and facing north to the sea. The view crosses a bay to a small headland dotted with houses, with a low islet offshore. Below lie a sheltered, lagoon like bay and the coastline. For ten guests, this villa in Vitet, St Barts balances lounging space with privacy.

The compound is made of white wings under gray shingle hip roofs. Deep verandas rest on slim white posts, with white railings and black louvered shutters. The wings step across one and two levels on the slope. Lush planted walkways connect them, and lit steps lead to the entry.

Inside, the mood is calm and minimal. White painted vaulted timber ceilings carry black fans above large dark gray stone floor tiles. Grey linen sofas pair with black wood furniture, and oars hang as wall art. The long dark stone kitchen island and a black dining table for about 10 face straight out to the view.

The very long infinity pool is tiled in dark stone and runs the length of a wide teak deck. A shingle roofed gazebo with a daybed waits at the far end. Covered verandas hold loungers. On a lawn edged with bougainvillea, a separate square hot tub sits in a timber surround. A gym rounds out the amenities.

Four bedrooms have king beds and one has a queen, for 10 guests in all. Each room shown has a black steel four poster frame and an upholstered headboard. Most have vaulted ceilings and louvered shutters, with glass doors to private decks or balconies, and some enjoy sea views. The bathrooms are in dark stone with trough sinks. One rain shower has a floor to ceiling window onto a private lawn.

Vitet sits inland on the east side, among green hills. The elevation brings peace and wide views. Guests who like this part of the island also book Villa Vétiver for a huge view deck with loungers.

Families or groups of up to 10 who like quiet design will feel at ease. Book this villa in Vitet, St Barts and the suspended daybed may become your favorite spot on the island.