Majestic Jasper

Situated in Terres Basses, on the border of the French and Dutch sides, this luxury vacation rental is perched high on the hillside, offering panoramic views across the scenic Simpson Bay Lagoon. The villa is conveniently within walking distance, less than a 15-minute walk, from both the crystal-clear waters of Long Beach and Cupecoy Beach. City facilities are also just an 11-minute walk to Port Cupecoy, while a short 6-minute drive to Maho allows guests to explore great bars and restaurants. Standout features of this property include three lovely en-suite bedrooms, secluded tropical gardens, an inviting private pool, and sweeping water views.

Built in the mid-70s by the celebrated post-modern architect Philip Johnson and once owned by the artist Jasper Johns, the property has recently undergone a complete renovation while still preserving Johnson's minimalist design ethos. The interiors are a beautiful blend of clean lines and vaulted ceilings, with a touch of warmth brought by the terracotta tiles and natural stone and wooden elements.

The property is set on one floor and comprises a luminous church-like interior with lofty ceiling height, offering a spacious living room and fully fitted kitchen. Large glass doors open to the veranda with lagoon vistas on one side and, on the other, onto the peaceful dining terrace and cloistered garden enclosed by stone walls. Natural cooling from the trade winds is maximized by both the privileged elevation of the site and the clever system of louvers, ensuring that the home stays cool even during the hottest summer months.

Adjacent to the main living area, two en-suite bedrooms at the front of the home feature floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water. The third en-suite bedroom has its own lovely stone-walled garden, featuring an ornamental pool with a fountain and a shaded seating area. The en-suite bathroom offers both an indoor shower and an open-air shower surrounded by tropical plants. All bedrooms are accessed independently.

Immersed in nature, surrounded by lush vegetation, the house blends in effortlessly with the verdant landscape. Sheltered and almost monastic, the quiet walled garden harbors a large deep pool and sunny terrace with tall and leafy gum trees that create shade and dapple the light in the hot afternoons. A comfortable poolside lounge with large teak day beds offers a further shaded area, and an ornamental pool adds to the zen-like tranquility of the garden.