Think of a spectacular home in a Bond movie and you’ll be dreaming of a place very similar to Villa La Galtayrie! Perched high up on the rocks above Anse des Cayes, this villa has bountiful views and is perfect for privacy lovers with its secluded setting, even though it’s only a few minutes drive from great beaches, the restaurants and boutiques of St Jean, and the island’s enthralling capital, Gustavia.

Villa La Galtayrie is literally built into the rocks yet still surrounded by lush green vegetation, providing all the privacy even the most discerning of guests could need. A covered terrace leads into the infinity pool with deck beyond for sunbathing and taking in the awe-inspiring views that stretch out ahead. To one side a sunken outdoor seating area makes for the ideal gathering place before or after dinner, as the sun goes down and the evening lights begin to flicker below.

Inside, this luxury vacation villa is flooded with light. One wall of windows completely disappears to make the most of the far-reaching ocean views. The living space, open under a vaulted white wood ceiling, has a generous seating area and a large dining table for those times of socializing with friends or family. At one end, the kitchen is tucked behind a peninsula providing some privacy for the chef, if required, yet still open so as not to feel left out.

Of the four bedrooms, the spacious master is set off the main living area and has great views and a large bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms are on the lower level of the villa, beneath the pool and terrace, where there is also a TV lounge. A lovely private suite graces one side, while on the other side two bedrooms can be connected making this a perfect family space, especially considering one of the bedrooms has bunk beds. From these lower bedrooms, a unique view of carved rock behind the bathrooms gives a slightly underground feel, and rounds off the Bond-esqueness of this beautiful villa.