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Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury

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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury

Le Papillon Penthouse enjoys one of the best locations on St. Martin, with many wonderful restaurants nearby and a beach that is close to private and ideal for long walks.

The building itself was finished in 2014 after a few years of planning. It was designed and built by a doctor who owned the property. The building is so well made that even with hurricane Irma we had minimal damage.

Simpson Bay Area is a great place. It is a nice combination of tourism and local culture. It used to be a fisherman's village and it still holds some of that charm. It is easy to walk to restaurants and shops so people do not need to rent a car to go to places. But when you are in the apartment or on the beach you are completely away from any outside world.

Overlooking the entire Simpson Bay beach, the comfortable 4000 sq. feet penthouse is equipped with everything a visitor might need. The long list of our luxurious amenities is shown below.

PROPERTY:

- Gated community
- Video intercom system
- 4000 sq. feet penthouse
- Private parking inside the property
- Air conditioning regulated in each room


SERVICE:

- Welcome book with instructions
- Housekeeper comes every second day to provide light cleaning
- Wifi on each floor, each room
- Crib, high chair and playpen
- Washer and dryer in the unit
- Generator


KITCHEN:

- Welcome drinks in the fridge
- Mini bar with nice selection of alcohol
- Filtered water and ice
- Basic pantry items including coffee
- Fully equipped
- Wine cooler
- Bosch appliances


LIVING ROOM:

- 48“ high definition smart TV
- Netflix
- Satellite TV
- Comfortable lounge area


BATHROOMS:

- Organic cotton white towels
- Organic soaps, lotions and shampoo
- Hair dryers
- Decorated with orchids


BEDROOMS:

- Luxurious king size bed with high quality mattress
- Upscale quality of linens
- 40“ smart TV
- Netflix
- Queen size sleeper sofa in the master bedroom
- Safe
- Master bedroom has a view of the sea, mega yachts, palm trees and the beach
- Other two bedrooms have a view of hills, trees and Simpson Bay lagoon with its many boats
- Automatic roll down shutters (2 out of 3 bedrooms)


BEACH:

- Long chairs
- Regular chairs
- Cool box
- Two kayaks
- Beach towels
- Umbrella


PRIVATE ROOF TOP TERRACE:

- 861 sq. feet terrace
- Private jacuzzi
- Long chairs
- Dining area
- Summer kitchen with fridge
- Weber gas barbecue
- 360 degrees view of St. Maarten!
- Decorated with Desert roses


OTHER TERRACE (second biggest):

- Comfortable lounge area
- Dining area
- A breathtaking view of the entire beach
- Two fans
- Palm tree and flowers
- Covered against rain and direct sun


GARDEN:

- Beautiful and lush
- Many palm trees
- Wide selection of tropical flowers
- Private path to the beach
- Two outside showers


OTHER:

- Sound protected walls and roof
- Heat insulated sliding doors and windows


Layout of the penthouse:

The penthouse is located on the third floor of the building. And the penthouse itself takes up 3 floors, making the last floor the sixth floor of the building.
The first floor of the penthouse consists of the kitchen, living room, dinning room, one bedroom & bathroom, laundry room, powder room, and the main terrace. On the second floor you can find a master bedroom & bathroom with its own terrace and walk in closet as well as the last bedroom with its bathroom. The third floor is the roof top terrace with jacuzzi, summer kitchen, lounging and dining area.

A great selection of restaurants can be found within convenient walking distance. To name a few:
Skip Jack - local fisherman's restaurant
Top Carrot - vegetarian and healthy meals
Avantika - very elegant place with Thai cuisine
Sale & Pepe - great Italian place
Yacht Club - a great bar/restaurant to watch boats coming into the lagoon
Palapa Grill - known for great steaks and more
Atlantico - an amazing bakery
Roxxy - my personal favorite, located on Kimsha beach
Restaurants on our beach are Karakter, Mary's boon and El Zafiro.

LOCATION AND THINGS THAT CAN BE FOUND WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE
Three small grocery stores: 1 - 5 minutes walk
Bank & ATM: 5 minutes walk
Drugstore: 5 minutes walk
French bakery: 5 minutes walk
Restaurants: 5 minutes walk
Bar: 5 minutes walk on the beach
Fish market: 15 minutes walk
Casino: 5 minutes walk

OTHER THINGS CLOSE BY:
Carita spa: 5 minutes drive
Harper hair dresser: 5 minutes drive
Water sports & diving: 5 minutes drive
Ferry to different islands: 5 minutes drive
Gym (Port de Plaisance): 5 minutes drive
Golf: 10 minutes drive
Airport: 8 minutes drive
Yoga studio (Jogasxm): 8 minutes drive
Cinema (Megaplex): 8 minutes drive
Medical clinic: 6 minutes drive

Property manager

Simona

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table
  • Stocked minibar (free)

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed only on the terrace

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living plant wall

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Power boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Living plant wall
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Crib, long chair and a play pan available

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

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About the neighborhood

Map
Simpson Bay, Sint Maarten

What's nearby

  • Simpson Bay Beach - 8 min walk
  • Kim Sha Beach - 15 min walk
  • Flamingo Beach - 3 min drive
  • Mullet Bay Beach - 6 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Princess Juliana Intl. Airport (SXM) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Buccaneer Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SkipJack Restaurant - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Topper's Restaurant & Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Red Piano - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury located?

Nestled on the beach, this Simpson Bay apartment building is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Simpson Bay Beach and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Maho Beach. Kim Sha Beach and Flamingo Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Top of the art penthouse on the beach - 4000 sq. ft of luxury Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 66 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!!
Absolutely beautiful condo.Plenty of space for everyone and great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay in St. Maarten
Absolute amazing place, with fantastic views, great location and walk out access to the beach and other activities. Can’t wait to get back.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Simpson Bay Vacation
We had an amazing vacation at Top of the Art Penthouse! The views were spectacular and the apartment was equipped with everything we needed. We love Simpson Bay and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tony P., Guttenberg NJ USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredibly Amazing
Not enough adjectives to describe how great this property is. Excellent location, well stocked and safe. We had dinner on the roof top deck and the 360 views is spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christal S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Penthouse Suite
Nicely decorated, great space allowing privacy for three couples. Penthouse with hot tub is truly a bonus. The property manager was very responsive as well. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A., Lenexa

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway!
We were celebrating our daughter’s college graduation and our vow renewal. This is a great place to stay, relax and have some fun!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
Well laid out property, centrally located on the ilsland wirh rhe bonus of being on the Simpson Bay beachfront.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

henry c., Long Island, New York

Liked: Cleanliness
great place
Even better than described, Very well stocked with all necessities. Great location also.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simpson Bay paradise
Everything about our stay was phenomenal - access to a private boat and captain, walking out to a beautiful beach, and the views from the penthouse balcony. If you are reading this and thinking of going, book it now!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

joe f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome penthouse
Great penthouse with an awesome location right on the beach. All the amenities you need are there and very clean and modern. Very close to airport for convenience and watching airplanes take off from the hot tub on top floor a treat. Owner very receptive and quickly responds to all questions. Highly recommend if traveling to St. Martin. No worries if you rent this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Around the area there is a lot of hurricane damage that has been left in rubble but if u can look past that you will love the accommodations! We would go back in a heart beat!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible
From the unit to the beach to the location this trip was incredible. I can’t say enough good things about the host and the wonderful communication and allowing a late check out so we can get the last couple of beach hours.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Vacation
We stayed at Le Papillon in the penthouse and it did not disappoint. The unit was exactly as described. We had everything we needed for our stay. The bedrooms were all large with beautiful bathrooms and comfortable beds! The kitchen, living room and indoor dining were all spacious and nicely decorated. Both the large patio and rooftop deck had amazing views with comfortable seating. Le Papillon is located on the best part of the beach. We were able to enjoy the beach and ocean right in front of the unit with easy access. Our favorite spot was right under the beautiful palm trees. Amazing restaurants and bars and shops are all in walking distance. Simona and Lorraine were both very helpful, friendly and always available. We cannot wait to come back again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Found our new favorite place on St Martin
We loved staying here! This is our 5th time coming to St Martin and we will definitely stay here again! Everything in the villa is as described. The kitchen is very well appointed with anything you or your personal chefs will need. It was wonderful to be right on the beach! We especially loved this. Loraine, the housekeeper, is VERY hard working and cares about the properties she maintains. We really admired her hard work ethic and getting to know her. She was extremely helpful on check-in when the prior renters had left things in quite a disrespectful state. She was wonderful to work with and efficient at getting the property back into perfect order. The host, Simona, was always very prompt in responding to any questions/concerns we had and very attentive. The location felt secure and safe, no issues there. The beds were also very comfortable and the bathrooms were spacious and very nice. Overall, a wonderful experience. We would love to stay here again next year! Thank you Simona and Loraine!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The penthouse unit was beyond amazing! Clean, comfortable, highly spacious, snd stocked with every kind of house need you could possibly think of - including beautiful plates and glassware. It has all the makings of a 5 star restaurant and resort without the crowd of guests! Truly a home feel that gave you peace, quiet and an immense feeling of tranquility! Was the best stay ever! We would highly recommend the accommodation to anyone! Without hesitation. And housecleaning was so accommodating to meeting our needs it was a real relaxing stay in every sense. We did many of Simona’s recommendations and all were fabulous and truly great! Thank you so very much!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruthie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simpson Bay Beauty
The place was as advertised- just beautiful, so well equipped. The views are amazing and to be able to watch the planes taxi down the runaway was fantastic. We loved every moment of our stay. Host was so courteous and prompt to respond. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, beautiful condo
This is a great property right on beautiful Simpson bay, with great views and decks from all stories. Condo was very spacious and extremely well equipped. Simona, the property manager, was very responsive and helpful and Lorraine, the housekeeper, was awesome. Would definitely stay at this lovely property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Property!
Absolutely stunning! Perhaps the perfect spot in St. Martin. We loved every bit of it and enjoyed its proximity to everything. The elevator wasn't working at the time. Fortunately, none of our elderly parents could make it; otherwise, it would have been a challenge getting to the top floor.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property in a beautiful location
The penthouse was absolutely beautiful & had everything you could possibly want or need. I don’t think you could ask for a more perfect situation for an island getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This property is absolutely amazing! The property is very spacious, hot tub and right off the beach!
I will rent this place again! Fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Condo On A Magnificent Beach
This property completely fulfilled our needs on our son’s graduation vacation. It is nestled on an amazing beach with the most spectacular views. It is very close to the airport so there is some arriving and departing aircraft noise. However if you are an aviation geek, you will enjoy watching the aircraft come and go from the rooftop hot tub! Simona is the perfect host. She answered any questions that arose and gave plenty of recommendations to make our stay even better than I could have imagined. She also helped us book a private boat day trip where we went snorkeling, visited several other secluded beaches, and a remote island where we observed sea turtles!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

angie l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well maintained and amazing views
Completely stocked with everything we needed! All you need are your clothes! Look forward to booking this again soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angelica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
I had an amazing time. The house is just as pictured. The view is incredible. Very clean. The kitchen was fully stocked. Most importantly , the communication with the host was top tier. My only cons are 1. There was a leak in the master room. I almost slipped and fell a few times. 2. I saw a few bugs inside the house 3. The water wasn’t hot enough for all showers to be on at the same time or Around the same time. I took a few cold showers during my stay. Ouch. Other than those three things, I highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022