Named after St Barts’ elegant white seabird, this modern two-bedroom hillside villa in St Jean floats high above the island’s lush greenery and has views of the dazzling sea in the distance. From the villa, you can reach the frosted sands and clear waters of St Jean Beach in a 10-15-minute walk, and there are also tennis courts and restaurants close by.

The hub of Au Paille en Queue is its partly covered terrace area, which has plenty of seating space to relax and chat over coffee or cocktails. Out here there’s also an infinity-edge pool flanked by smart sunbeds and a gazebo with a plush daybed to sink into. When evening falls, you can stay outside to watch the stars come out, or retreat to the cosy indoor living area, which leads through to a contemporary kitchen.

The two ensuite bedrooms are bright and flooded with light, thanks to the full-height windows. One bedroom is reached from the living room or terrace, while the other is located in a separate bungalow. If you love the look of this villa but are holidaying in St Barts as a slightly larger group, you can also book out its similar one-bedroom neighbour, Villa Anse Étoilée, for stylish stays all round.