Villa Stellae St Barts

Stellae: Contemporary Hillside Estate in Lorient

Stellae is a contemporary hillside estate. Its architecture is a study in clean lines and organic warmth, defined by a high, open pavilion with exposed dark timber beams overhead. Crisp white walls and light stone floors form a neutral canvas, dramatically offset by rich, warm-toned wood and punctuated by bold artistic statements.

The property unfolds via a cascading layout, a series of terraces and living spaces descending the Camaruche hillside. This is a villa designed not for passing through, but for a journey, descending from the main house at the summit through tropical gardens to a second pool below, all framed by floor-to-ceiling glass that erases the distinction between interior and exterior. The flow of space is intentionally fluid. Inside, the main living area reinforces the seamless indoor-outdoor connection. The open-plan design centers on a well-equipped kitchen that opens directly to the terrace, making entertaining effortless. The interior aesthetic continues the theme of modern elegance, serving as a calm backdrop to the vibrant outdoor vistas and artistic flourishes.

From the air-conditioned living room with its white sofas, you look straight through sliding glass doors to a covered terrace that functions as an outdoor living room. The kitchen connects to this terrace via a pass-through bar, creating a natural hub for gathering. This upper level feels expansive and connected, a place where you can watch the sunset from a sofa or gather around the dining table for ten. You’ll find a gas BBQ, a sun deck, and a pool table on the lower terrace.

Each of the six bedrooms is an ensuite sanctuary with a queen bed, air conditioning, a safe, and a TV with satellite channels. All include a coffee maker, teapot, and a small fridge. The first three are on the main floor of the primary villa. Bedrooms 1 and 2 offer garden views and are equipped with Apple TV, Dish, and Canal satellite. Bedroom 3 shares the same generous queen size and suite of entertainment options, also looking out to the garden. The remaining bedrooms provide more distinct settings and greater privacy. Bedroom 4 is situated on the lower level, maintaining the same high standard but placing it closer to the activity of the lower garden and pools. Bedrooms 5 and 6 are the standouts for seclusion, housed in separate, independent bungalows nestled within the tropical vegetation. These bungalows carry a more colonial or Caribbean style. Bedroom 5 features the standard queen bed, US and French satellite, and its own private terrace. Bedroom 6 is similarly appointed, with a fan in addition to air conditioning and French satellite. This configuration gives some guests their own detached retreats within the same gated estate.

Outdoor living is the true centerpiece. The upper terrace, with its covered dining and lounge area, is anchored by a striking red grand piano facing the ocean. Steps away is the first of two pools: a long, rectangular heated pool measuring 13.1 by 9.8 feet. From here, the property unfolds down the hillside. Further into the garden, a second, natural-shaped pool offers a more organic swim, complemented by a Jacuzzi. The grounds are dotted with discoveries: a petanque court, dedicated areas for outdoor massage, and that quiet reading hammock. Stone steps then lead you down through the landscape, past a reading nook with a bright lime green hammock, toward the lower entertainment terrace. The outdoor equipment list is comprehensive, including a half bath, WiFi, and a coded entrance gate for security.

The grounds are dotted with discoveries: a petanque court, dedicated areas for outdoor massage, and that quiet reading hammock.

The location of Villa Stellae is a key part of its appeal. It is situated in a quiet area on the heights of Camaruche, overlooking Lorient Bay. The beach is accessible, and the drive from the airport takes between ten and twenty minutes without requiring a 4x4 vehicle. You’re within walking distance of Lorient Beach, known for its surf and calm waters, as well as local grocery stores and a bakery. This combination of hillside privacy with easy beach and village access is a significant advantage. Managing a stay here is where Premium Island Vacations adds its value. With twenty years of experience curating stays in St. Barts, we handle the details—from arranging a private chef for a meal at that grand terrace table to coordinating surfing lessons down at the beach—allowing you to experience the vibrant, serene world of this six-bedroom villa.