Presidio del Mar sits on its own promontory on St. John's spectacular north shore where the sky meets the Caribbean sea, a commanding and timeless presence which blends with the elements in perfect harmony. Several years in its creation and completed in late 2008, this impressive estate is beautifully rendered with every attention to detail throughout, integrating grace and comfort with elegant custom features, melding polished formal elements with a casual, low-maintenance island attitude.

Privileged guests can relax, completely at ease within the grandeur of this superb six-bedroom villa, in its own realm within one and a half lushly-landscaped acres, secluded behind electronic gates. Presidio del Mar's main pavilion is distinguished by its grand entry foyer, a vaulted rotunda which frames a classic postcard view of blue ocean fringed by palms. This grand, fully air-conditioned pavilion is the heart of the property, featuring several exterior terraces on two levels cooled by tropical sea breezes, a pool and hot tub, and two wet bars on covered patios with sink-into seating, perfect for a lazy afternoon of reading or for convivial conversation and cocktails.

Inside, this elegant home showcases creative design always oriented to the sea outside; rooms are connected by hallways which look out to blue ocean and sky. The Great Room is a plush haven. It shares space with the impressive gourmet kitchen, reigned over by a massive bronze chandelier, and a dining nook in its own rounded turret of arched windows overlooking shimmering Peter Bay. Just outside the kitchen area is a covered terrace with the main level's wet bar and an alfresco living area, and on the other side, a pergola'ed alfresco dining area with a gas grill, guarded by bronze lions tucked into the beautiful gardens. Back inside is Presidio's formal dining room, an elegant onyx powder room, a completely equipped private office, and a Club Room with french doors which open to an outdoor covered patio outside, with a pool table and twin hammocks beyond.

Stone stairs descend to a sanded pathway threading through flowering gardens to the gated and paved stone staircase down to the white sands of Peter Bay Beach, just 200 feet beyond - take a walk along the sugar-white sands and beachcomb, have a refreshing swim, or snorkel the colorful live coral reefs just off Presidio.

Presidio del Mar is sumptuous in every detail, steeped in quality throughout. Craftsman-quality custom tilework and classic St. John shell-and stonework anchor this substantial property, and vivid bougainvillea provides lively colorplay throughout the grounds. Presidio del Mar is truly the jewel of St. John's North Shore, an ultra-private preserve situated in a once-in-a-lifetime location within St. John's National Park in exclusive Peter Bay. For luxury travelers looking for a five-star plus vacation experience in an unparalleled location, with a bounty of amenities, comfort and attentive service, Presidio del Mar is truly one of the finest residences to be found in the Caribbean.

Villa Location

• Walk 200 feet to Peter Bay Beach via a paved stone stairway

Unique Features

• 9 satellite TVs (a 46-inch LCD TV in Great Room with a DVD player, a 40-inch LCD TV in each bedroom Suite, a 32-inch LCD TV in office, + a 32-inch LCD TV in the Workout Room with DVD player)
• MP3 hookup for music (with speakers in selected common areas)
• Movie + music collections, books, games
• Full A/C in all rooms throughout the villa
• Gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances
• Office includes: PC computer with DSL line, Wi-Fi for your laptop in selected common areas, all-in-one printer/fax/copier, answering machine + two telephone lines.
• Workout room includes: 32-inch LCD TV with a DVD player, Life Fitness X3 Elliptical Trainer, Troy dumbbells, yoga mats, Pilates balls + mini-fridge.
• 2 wet bars (pool-level wet bar has mini-fridge, kitchenette + dishwasher), 9-foot regulation pool table, gas grill, 2 hammocks, beach chairs
• UV water purification system
• Automatic generator, an electronic gate into Peter Bay + another into
• 4 dishwashers + 4 laundries
• Separate front desk on premises with your own personal Concierge on duty during agreed-upon hours.

Bedrooms: 6

12 people max

Bedroom Description

In each bedroom: King bed, Mini-fridge (Mongoose Suite has full-size refrigerator and full kitchen), coffeemaker, hair dryer, small complimentary toiletries, safe for valuables and a 40-inch LCD TV. All Suites also have both an indoor and an alfresco garden shower (except Jumbie Suite, which has an indoor shower only); Workout Room has an alfresco shower just outside. Master Suite has a bathtub

Maho Suite

The expansive king master suite encompassing a large bath with custom mahogany cabinetry, double vanities, a dressing room, a claw-foot bathtub, a tiled shower and an alfresco shower with a serene view as well. The hushed, private world of the Maho Suite provides roomy seclusion surrounded by subtle opulence. Adjoining the Maho Suite is a small patio for private moments; a short walkway leads to the pool and hot tub

Jumbie Suite

King bedroom/bath suite, and the Workout Room, flanked by a powder room and an outside shower

Cinnamon Suite

King master is suite done with restrained elegance. This suite boasts inspiring sea views from both its indoor sitting areas and from the private verandah, there is a choice of an artfully-tiled indoor shower or an alfresco shower enclosed in a bower of tropical plantings, there is also a mini-fridge and coffee service

Waterlemon Suite

King master is suite done with restrained elegance. This suite boasts inspiring sea views from both its indoor sitting areas and from the private verandah, there is a choice of an artfully-tiled indoor shower or an alfresco shower enclosed in a bower of tropical plantings, there is also a mini-fridge and coffee service

Hawksnest Suite

King size bed, an indoor and an outdoor shower overlooking the ocean and St. Thomas in the distance

Mongoose Suite

A complete air-conditioned apartment suite in its own pavilion, with a full kitchen, living area and a plush king bedroom.

Pools

• Pool 30' x 15' x 3'-6.5' deep
• Built-in hot tub

Staff

• Maid service seven days per week
• Separate front desk on premises with your own personal Concierge on duty during agreed-upon hours.
• Professional chef services for one to three meals a day at extra charge.

Villa Policy

• Children are welcome only if accompanied by babysitter or nanny, and at the owners' discretion. A notarized liability waiver is required for all children under 16 years, please.
• Smoking is not permitted in the house. Outside only outside
• Damage deposit of $2,500.00is required
• 8% Government taxes not included

A 7-NIGHT MINIMUM RENTAL IS REQUIRED YEAR ROUND for PRESIDIO DEL MAR (WITH A 10-NIGHT MINIMUM REQUIRED DURING CHRISTMAS/NEW YEAR'S)

 Photos compliment of Don Hebert.