Villa Wish St Barts

Wish: Sunset Views in Colombier

It’s a bright, airy feeling. Light floods across light beige tiles and white walls, catching the vibrant yellow of a cushion and the natural grain of a wooden coffee table. The view is the constant, a sweeping ocean vista that pulls you through large sliding doors to the terrace.

Villa Wish is a recently renovated two-bungalow retreat in Colombier, where a relaxed contemporary style meets those exceptional St. Barts sunset views. You’re in a space designed for the view, with cheerful accents and a clean, minimalist hand guiding the decor. It feels open, connected, and quietly sophisticated. Living here is about that flow. The main bungalow is a single, open-plan great room where the living, dining, and kitchen areas share the same light and air. A white ceiling with exposed beams adds a touch of rustic character overhead, a nod to the villa’s traditional architecture.

Two beige sofas, punctuated by those sunny yellow cushions, face a large television and a coffee table crafted from a live-edge slice of wood. The space can be closed up and cooled with air conditioning, or you can slide the glass doors fully open to merge the indoors with the pool terrace. A Sonos sound system sets the mood, whether for a movie night or a lazy afternoon playlist. At the room’s other end, the dining area is positioned at the extended kitchen island. This clever design makes the stainless steel countertop your dining table, keeping the cook part of the conversation. It’s a social layout, ideal for two couples or a small family. The kitchen itself is equipped for ease, with light beige wooden cabinets housing a microwave, a Krups coffee machine, an espresso machine, a toaster, a blender, and a dishwasher.

Outside, life revolves around the water and the horizon. The 13.1 by 16.4 foot heated pool sparkles at the center of the main terrace. White lounge chairs with terracotta cushions line the deck, perfect spots for reading or simply gazing out at the boats sailing the Caribbean channel. Under a covered portion of the terrace, an outdoor dining table awaits meals alfresco, with a gas barbecue ready for grilling. But the magic hour is reserved for the westward view. This is what you lead with here: the spectacle of the sun sinking into the sea, painting the sky in fiery hues, with the distant twinkling lights of Gustavia beginning to sparkle as dusk falls. It’s a daily performance from your terrace. For a change of pace, a more private inner courtyard offers a secluded retreat. Here, you’ll find a luxurious hot tub and a swinging hammock strung between pillars, its yellow fabric a cheerful echo of the indoor accents. Surrounded by palms and tropical shrubs, it’s a cool, intimate spot for an afternoon nap or a quiet soak.

The two bedrooms are housed in their own separate bungalow, a short stroll across the terrace. This layout ensures privacy and quiet. Both are air-conditioned sanctuaries with ceiling fans, safes, televisions with US satellite and Dish service, and ensuite bathrooms with showers. Each frames a fantastic ocean view, making the panorama a private luxury. Bedroom 1 is configured with a king-size bed. The palette is soothing, with light gray and white bedding accented by mustard yellow and patterned throw pillows that continue the villa’s signature color story. You can watch the ocean from bed or catch up on a show with the provided TV. Bedroom 2 offers a queen-size bed, dressed in similarly crisp, contemporary linens. It shares the same serene outlook and suite of amenities, creating a balanced and comfortable arrangement for guests. The bathrooms continue the clean, modern aesthetic with beige stone countertops and matching wall tiles, finished with simple, elegant fixtures.

Villa Wish enjoys a fabulous location in the Colombier hills. You’re just a few minutes’ drive from the famous bakery of Colombier for morning croissants, and about a five-minute drive from the pristine sands of Colombier Beach and the vibrant shores of St. Jean. Gustavia’s shops and restaurants are only a short ten to twenty minute drive away, and the airport is similarly within a ten to twenty minute reach; you won’t need a 4x4 vehicle for access. This two-bedroom villa represents the kind of well-located, thoughtfully updated property that defines the St. Barts luxury villa experience. It’s equipped with comprehensive amenities for a carefree stay, including Wi-Fi throughout, French satellite TV, and US satellite programming. For over twenty years, Premium Island Vacations has connected travelers with villas that balance character, comfort, and exceptional settings.