This was a planned trip to just disconnect and relax and this couldnât have been better. Catherine, Pierre and team were great. Quiet location but close to everything. Everything you need for staying in and relaxing with a meal at home. We restocked a bit of the âbarâ - so enjoy! . We will be back.
If you are looking at booking this property- DO IT! The information about the island from Daphne on the on land support from Catherine being available at our call was amazing! We have said repeatedly since leaving how much we loved this vacation and itâs basically because of the home and the people. You wonât regret the privacy and splendor of Villa Valhalla!
Villa Valhalla leaves nothing to be desired! From breathtaking Ocean and Mountain views in every direction, to the perfect ocean breeze all day! This home was truly to die for! The house as very clean and well maintained. Amazing shower water pressure! And the small pay it forward basket was nice! If you happen to forget something, check the basket, if you use something, just put one back by the end of your trip for the next vacationers!! The ocean was just steps away, and the island offers so much to do, we wish we booked a longer vacation! The owner Daphne was a pleasure to book with, answering any and all questions we had before our trip. Once on the island, the property manager Catherine was a saint!! Easily one of the nicest people we have ever met! And that was one of the best parts of the island, every person you meet is extremely nice! Canât wait to come back!
We had an amazing stay at Villa Valhalla! Daphne, the property manager answered all of our questions and created a helpful information package that helped us make the most of our visit. The house and its location are absolutely breathtaking. Our group of 10 people (3 families) couldnât have asked for a better experience. Even though our flight was delayed, meaning we didnât arrive until around 8:30 PM, Catherine, the lovely housekeeper, was there waiting at the community security gate to guide us to the house and give us a tour. When we opened the doors and saw the ocean shimmering in the moonlight before us, we were completely in awe. Catherine had thoughtfully prepared a generous welcome basket with snacks and a bottle of wine, which was such a nice touch. The house was impeccably clean and well-maintained, and it felt so comfortable, like home. We ended up cooking most of our dinners at the house so we could enjoy the incredible views, pool, and hot tub. Homere, the pool and garden manager, was friendly, quiet, and very respectful. Pierre, the house manager, stopped by the day after we arrived to check in and make sure everything was going well. We went on a Kayak tour to Pinel Island one day and when we returned, we were pleasantly surprised to find that the house and our rooms had been refreshed with clean towels. What a thoughtful touch! The walk to Dawn Beach is a short stroll downhill, and we were on the beach within minutes. We wholeheartedly recommend Villa Valhalla
The location and view was amazing. The home was spacious, clean and met all of our needs. The most beautiful kitchen view I have every seen. Well stocked.
Beautiful property, the view is amazing. Communication was very good and everyone took great care of the property while we were there. Host left us a wonderful welcome basket full of goodies, Cleaning service excellent, pool service and Pierre was delightful to converse with.We had just a little difficulty finding the address the first time because the GPS says the house number is 33 but in the villa, the number has 45. But that was minor and we had a wonderful time!!!!We were a group of 4 adults ( 1 couple and 2 singles)
Perfect Villa for our family of 6 adults and one 4 year old.
Housekeeper Catherine does a great job maintaining the Villa and is also a wonderful chef. She prepared and served a four course Thanksgiving dinner that we all loved.
A few problems with air conditioning and the hot tub were handled by the property manager Pierre as well as could be expected. Villa needs to upgrade beach chairs but otherwise is very well equipped. Weâll definitely be back!
Ok, first and foremost, Mr. Pierre is the man. He is the property manager and he did not disappoint. Ms. Daphne is an excellent communicator. Ms. Catherine is sweet and informative.
Location⊠YOU WILL NEED A CAR AND SOMEONE WHO IS NOT AFRAID TO DRIVE. The roads are steep, curvy and some are not in the best condition. But the house will make it worth the drive.
Great property, very comfortable and clean. Pool was perfect! Short hike to Dawn beach. Roads are a bit challenging to drive but a car is a must. Host is awesome and very easy to communicate with and is very accommodating.
Pool service every day and housekeeping 2xs a week. Will definitely be back.
We had an amazing time. House is out of the way on a quiet road near the ocean with a gorgeous view. This house was perfect for our family vacation. We spent a lot of time at the house and it met all of our expectations and then some.
My husband and I took our son and three friends to celebrate his high school graduation. This house has THE best views! Daphne was easy to communicate with and very quick responding. Pierre lives just up the street and he was so helpful with things to do and where to go. The AC in one bedroom didnât work the day we got there and by the next day it was replaced. Catherine is the sweetest and we paid Omar (pool and lawn guy) to drive our group downtown one evening. We had a nice steak dinner and hit the casino and Moon Bar. He stayed out late and brought us back safely. You definitely need to rent a car as most reviews say, the hills are no joke! We waited until we got there to unload luggage and then we headed to a grocery store. We never cooked meals, but the kitchen has everything you will need if you choose to. If youâre planning to go to a beach for the day I recommend Orient Beach. Daphne told us about it and she was right. It has all the activities, restaurants, shops, etc and itâs not a far drive. There are outdoor showers there as well. Ladies or men with long hair, I wouldnât worry about dolling up too much because of the wind and humidity. Bring lightweight clothes! You will not need your fancy outfits except for maybe one evening out on the town. All bedrooms have AC but the main living area does not. We kept the windows/doors open so itâs a constant warm breeze. The pool and hottub are wonderful, especially at night. We will be back!
We stayed at Villa Valhalla with our 3 teenage kids and another family of 4. The house was beautiful, clean, well stocked with stunning views! Plenty of room for us all. Itâs located in a safe and quiet neighborhood overlooking Dawn Beach. Everything was as stated from the website, except the kitchen has been updated and looks great. We had excellent communication before and during the trip. We were able to walk to the beach, and had dinner at the new JW Marriott. It was nice to have a close option on a night we didnât want to drive or cook. We have nothing but great things to say about everyone who helps care for the home, all so pleasant to talk to. They were very accommodating to us. We have stayed on the island before and did feel this was a nice location, split between the French and Dutch side so other than the airport, most restaurants and beaches we wanted to visit were no more than 20 minutes from us by car. We personally love renting a car to see the whole island on our vacations. We also love a nice, quiet spot to come back to each evening and thoroughly enjoyed our time at the house, using the pool and hot tub all week. You wonât be disappointed with this house, would definitely recommend!
This is a great villa. Everything about it was superb. It has spectacular view. The rooms are comfortable and well appointed. Great pool. Communication with the owner was easy and she was very accommodating of our needs.
Would book again.
This estate is everything as described and even more than you can imagine. Pulling into Dawn Beach Estates and driving down to view the ocean is breathtaking. The views from every back window of the house are like a dream. We loved the entire house. Every guest was happy with their room and amenities. We used the pool and hot tub every day. The kitchen supplied us with anything we could have needed. Our quick trip over the back road to the bakery was exciting. The house is located central to everything on the island. Dawn Beach is beautiful and quiet and the walk is easy enough for the entire family. My only regret is that we didnât stay longer. 7 days isnât enough! Highly recommend this house for anyone looking to relax and explore St Martin!
The view is amazing, so beautiful, 180 degrees of beauty St Barts and Dawn beach area. Dawn beach is beautiful and easy to get to. Quick walk down and over the stairs. The roads are no joke and very steep and narrow. But you will run into that for any house with a view like this. We would've preferred a rental car with ground clearance. There are restaurants nearby but definitely driving distance except the bar/resaurant at the beach. The owner had blow dryers, books, games, floaties for the pool, great internet, a well stocked kitchen, and beach towels. The housekeeper refreshed the beach towels twice during the stay, such a luxury. All things that make a great beach house. We really appreciated the services of the housekeeper and pool professional, and Pierre the house manager. They check to make sure you know how to work everything and keep it in good order. Daphne the owner stopped by to check in on us too. So nice! The pool is really great we used it to cool off. We were there New Year's and it was 75 degrees. People that enjoy firm beds will be very happy. I would go again tomorrow if I could, it's so great.
Our family needed a location for rest and relaxation, with the ability to walk to the beach an easy access to the rest of the island for exploration. Villa Valhalla exceeded these expectations is all ways, with the sole exception of there not being a supermarket within walking distance - or a 5 minute drive. But nevertheless, all had a gratifying and relaxing week.
The property is beautiful, views are stunning. Local restaurants are ample and wonderful. Bedrooms are cool and comfortable. The villa is stocked with many amenities. We did not take advantage of the staff for cooking or recommendations, but I feel they would have been helpful with both. The pool is deep
and refreshing, however in December it is only half in the sun, perhaps other months are different. We rented a car, which has nothing to do with the house, but must mention-the roads are narrow and steep, factor this into your vechicle selection. Do not drive up or down the steep hills if they are wet.
We loved our trip, as well as our stay, and hope to be back!!!
Valhalla is absolutely stunning! The views are incredible!
We couldnât ask for a more perfect experience from start to finish. Daphne was wonderful to work with and answered all our questions throughout the reservation process. Catherine is such a lovely person. She was always concerned that we had everything we needed. We had some great conversation with her. She is a gem! The home was exceptionally clean and well maintained. We cooked several evenings and the kitchen was well stocked with any utensils/dishware/cooking items necessary. There was even a very nice array of seasonings and spices available. We enjoyed the walking proximity to Dawn Beach ( about a 5-8 minute walk). You are on a hillside so the walk back gives a nice little workout! Itâs a great location and easy to get to both sides of the Island. The pool, hot tub and beautiful deck made it difficult to want to leave the property! This was a great vacation for our family and we would highly recommend Valhalla to anyone looking for a private, comfortable, vacation getaway.
We did our best to get out and explore, but spent a-lot of quality time at the Villa as well. My Dad (turning 70 this year) and my 2 year old daughter enjoyed the pool at least once each day. We went to bread and butter for fresh croissants and pastries almost every morning as well, and my mother couldnât get over how delicious the fresh baked goods were.
This is listed in the house description, but we had a pretty scary experience driving down the steep hill during a short rain downpour so please heed that warning and take an alternate path or stop for a cup of coffee while the road dries! Check the tread on the rental car tires as well.
The host responded very quickly to every question that we had. We were disappointed that the in home
cooking experience wasnât available anytime during our stay, but there is no shortage of great food across the island.
We definitely recommend staying at Villa Valhalla if you are looking for a quiet and luxurious way to spend time with friends and family.
Overall a good family friendly villa. Daphne did a great job communiting up front. Catherine and Pierre were very hospitable. Catherine arrived just as we did to give us a tour. All the food we preordered was stocked in the fridge and pantry. Caution - the grocery that delivers is very expensive. We found a store a few miles away that was a fraction of the price. If you are on a budget or just want to save a few bucks, go shopping when you get to the island. It will save you quite a bit of money.
The views were spectacular from the back patio. The walk to the beach was a bit longer than expected but not too much of an issue.
Overall no complaints with the property, the owner or the staff. One suggestion - talk with Catherine about the pool guys schedule. He would just appear in the morning and startle us a bit. Nice guy! But just didnt know when he was coming.
We appreciate Daphne opening her home to us. I highly recommend this property. Its clean, well maintained, grear views and good location!
It's hard to know where to begin - we are female friends who travel each summer (without spouses) to different destinations (this is our year 13). This villa was amazing! It offered private sleeping spaces for the 4 of us - with the most amazing pool, deck, kitchen, courtyard, views...I could go on. First of all, we booked almost a year in advance and all my questions were answered immediately. Just before our arrival we had the best directions and contacts to get us to the villa. Catherine met us on our arrival. She was wonderful and helpful in orienting us to the area.
Pros: The villa is beautiful, beautiful views, well equipped, clean, located fairly close to both sides of the island, private....I just can't say enough! People on the island are lovely.
Catherine is a wealth of knowledge. We were early risers and out before Pierre came in - sorry we couln't meet him, but we enjoyed Catherine's stories of the island. We wished we had spent more time at the villa when they were there.
We walked to Dawn Beach (resort) a few nights for drinks and dinner. The bar people are great! So accomodating - food is good and you don't need to drive.
Cons:
The only villa con is it is a little weird to lock yourself into a bedroom each night. Totally worth the set up of the villa, however!
Driving got old for me (but I'm 66). It's very hilly and a lot of traffic.
Favorites:
Mullet Bay
Simpson Bay
Toppers Tour
Bikini Beach
ANY CHOCALATE CROISSANT
Day trip to Angulla