VILLA PITONS RETREAT  There are a few places on earth where a single house, the work of a gifted and original spirit, captures and expresses its surroundings so perfectly that it seems almost to have emerged right out of the landscape itself. Villa Pitons Retreat is one of those rare homes. Built high on a hilly knoll near the village of Morne La Croix, the house was once the private residence of the remarkable American interior designer, architect and yachtsman John DiPol, who in the 1960s put down roots in St. Lucia and went on to build the world-famous Ladera Resort between St. Lucia's landmark Pitons with its awesome open design and "infinity" pool. Villa Pitons Retreat carries the open design concept to amazing effect in complete privacy...discretely served by a dedicated staff of two.
The house makes the absolute most of its awesome natural surroundings. Every suite is open to view
the emerald bay of Anse des Pitons- a World Heritage Site. Outside, with its low roofs and louvered folding doors along
the frontage, it has the subtly lit, yet imposing privacy, of an old French plantation villa.
In fact, it's built onto an old mill.
The villa's Old World and Caribbean nuances come together in the kitchen, where blue-green tiled counters, breadfruit-wood cabinets, rustic surfaces and stained-glass windows add visual flavor to its impressive modern appointments, including double-door fridge, and a full-size commercial range fit for the most discriminating culinary creations. (Don't expect a microwave, however. Remember, this is a simple villa...)
Villa Pitons Retreat is a place for travelers who really wish to get away. To preserve its seclusion and intimacy, the house has no television, telephone or internet connection. You'll need a cell phone to access the outside world and the staff. Comfort and privacy are guaranteed by the villa's 24-hour staff of two, Granny and Gregg. Granny, who serves as housekeeper, will be glad to cook for you as well in exchange of a fee. Please note that the guests are also responsible for buying groceries and drinks.
While there are no resort services or activities directly around the villa, the Jalousie Plantation Hotel and a superb public beach are only five minutes by car. The award-winning Dasheene Restaurant at the world famous Ladera Resort is also just a short drive away. For hiking enthusiasts, the Gros Piton Nature Trail sits right in the villa’s backyard. For travel from the villa, you can arrange for a car rental, or use the services of Ben, our dedicated taxi driver (taxi fares extra).
- Rates are in US$ per week and per day (not for each person). Single: deduct 10%. - Accommodations rates are subject to 17,5% R.T. and fees. - Children under 5 years cannot be accommodated at the Villa Pitons Retreat. Children under 14 years: $25/night. - Minimum stay at Villa Pitons Retreat is five days.
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