Bliss, Caribbean

Description from the manager

At Bliss, our newest villa on St. Thomas, la spécialité de la maison (the specialty of this house) is beguiling beauty, inside and out. This first-rate private three-bedroom villa is set within flowering gardens overlooking our famous down-island ocean view, and has two levels. Bliss's decor and ambience is inspired by the flavor and history of the south of France's Provence region, echoed by a bottle of French wine for your arrival, complimentary imported French toiletries, and interiors reflecting colors of Cezanne and Chagall and other French painters who celebrated this region.

A curved brick walkway escorts you from the shaded pa...rking area to the covered entry, and into the Great Room. The air-conditioned Great Room is elegantly furnished with a pleasing blend of cushioned sea grass furniture, teak, mahogany, and hand painted and antique pieces. This high-ceilinged space incorporates a living area with large flat-screen TV, Blu-Ray DVD player, and an AV receiver with surround-sound. There are lots of games and puzzles, a home-office nook with a desk and printer, a dining area, and was designed with lots of windows and glass sliders for a light, airy ambience. The very well-equipped and laid out kitchen (filled with lovely Provence-inspired china and serving pieces, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances) adjoins the Great Room's dining area, divided by a custom mahogany island with bar stools. Around the corner are a handy wine fridge and a door which leads out to the back garden area and to a professional gas grill. An attractive powder room and a laundry room are just off the Great Room and kitchen, and beyond these is the inviting master suite.

Glass sliders open from the front of the Great Room onto the tiled expanse of sun deck and pool which overlook the Atlantic, Hans Lollick Island and down-island views in the blue distance. A large gazebo by the pool is a wonderful spot for shady alfresco meals on sun-kissed days, while outdoor speakers provide music. The tiled terrace borders the entire seaward-facing side of Bliss, and near the sliding glass doors leading back into the interior dining area is a shaded nook with cushioned furniture for reading, cocktail conversation, or just gazing at the mesmerizing marine views.

The master bedroom/bath completes the main level at Bliss. This serene suite boasts air-conditioning, a romantic four-poster king bed, cable TV with a Blu-Ray DVD player, glass slider doors which access the terrace and pool, and a truly spacious en-suite master bath dressed in travertine tile, featuring a double-sink vanity, a soaking tub and a large indoor shower. A door opens to a stunning private outdoor garden shower artfully built with brick and native stonework within a private bower of flowers, ferns and palms.

Back inside Bliss, a staircase leads to the upper story where two air-conditioned bedrooms share an alluring aquamarine-tiled bath. One bedroom can be made up as either a king bed or as two twins, with your advance notice, and reflects the vivid colors of the Caribbean. The third bedroom's decor harkens back to old British colonial days and offers a queen four-poster bed, a caned settee, and a handsome mahogany armoire. Both bedrooms have sliders which open to a long balcony, set with table and chairs looking out to sea. The upper level expansive bath features a double-sink vanity and an ample walk-in shower in a lovely aquamarine palette.

Bliss is beautifully detailed and wonderfully equipped with so many vacation pleasures in mind, while offering an easy-living floor plan. Its location within the gated and patrolled enclave of Mahogany Run Golf Course is only one mile's drive to world-famous Magens Bay Beach. The sublime sea view out to Hans Lollick Island will put stars in your eyes. Charming decor with hints of Provence throughout add a unique flavor to this really superb home...it's most certainly "C'est maqnifique!" Very highly recommended.

Bedroom / Bathroom Description

Bedroom 1

King size bed, Allergy free pillows, Complimentary French toiletries, En-suite bathroom (double-sink vanity, soaking tub, indoor/outdoor shower), Hairdryer, Air-conditioning, 42-inch flat screen TV, Blu-Ray DVD player, iPod dock/clock radio

Bedroom 2

Queen size bed, Allergy free pillows, Complimentary French toiletries, Shared bathroom with double-sinkvanity and walk-in shower, Hairdryer, Air-conditioning, TV, iPod dock/clock radio

Bedroom 3

2 Twin bed pushed together or King, Allergy free pillows, Complimentary French toiletries, Shared bathroom with double-sink vanity and walk-in shower, Air-conditioning, TV, iPod dock/clock radio

Additional Bedding

Twin sleeper sofa in the living room available - advance notice required

Features & Amenities

* Air conditioning

* Binoculars

* iPod docking system

* Satellite TV

* Blu-Ray DVD player

* AV receiver with radio

* Surround sound system

* Games

* Puzzles

* Printer/fax/copier/scanner

* DSL line

* Wi-Fi

* Answering machine

* Safe

* Movie/music collection

* Wine fridge

* Dishwasher

* Washer/dryer

* Hairdryer

* Toiletries

* Baby equipment

* UV water purification system

Outdoor Features

* Gas grill

* Pool

* Outdoor shower

* Outdoor speakers

* Automatic generator

Staff & Services

Included:

* 24h Security gate

* Maid service - Once a week

* Welcome bottle of French wine and refreshing treats

Villa Policies

* Maximum 6 guests

* Non-smoking villa

* Pets are not allowed

* Children welcome - notarized liability waiver is required for all children under 8 years

Getting There

* Rental car recommended

Location

* 1 miles drive to Magen’s BayRead more

Additional Location Information

What Past Guests Are Saying

Overall Rating

• Jennifer
  

  Relaxing and adventurous

  Left on 04/29/2013 for a stay in April 2013
  
  

  We had a wondeful time. The villa was perfect, every detail was taken care of. Luxury Retreats took care of everything so we were able to relax as soon as we arrived. - Jennifer W., Florida, USA

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• Joni .
  

  The perfect vacation!

  Left on 03/21/2013 for a stay in September 2012
  
  

  We loved the house, furnishings, art, views, necessities the house was stocked with, the steps taken to make us feel at home and comfortable, and especially the cleanliness. - Joni S., Ohio, USA

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• Mary .
  

  Awesome

  Left on 03/21/2013 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  - Mary C., North Carolina, USA

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• Joyce .
  

  Joyce .'s review of Bliss

  Left on 03/21/2013 for a stay in April 2012
  
  

  From the beginning of our planning stage to the moment we left, everything was perfect. - Joyce C., Pennsylvania, USA

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• John .
  

  A \"Bliss\"ful Experience

  Left on 03/21/2013 for a stay in February 2012
  
  

  Home was as advertised. Very nicely appointed. Cooking was a delight in this well-equipped kitchen. Views were spectacular. Setting was very private. We had a wonderful week at the Bliss Villa! The only thing I\'d recommend to improve the experience would be better instructions for the stereo/TV system. All the remote controls proved a bit daunting for a middle-aged Mom & Pop. Luckily, we had our twenty-something kids along that took over handling the electronics in the house. Nice setup, just not so great of written instructions. - John H., ,

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• Kim .
  

  Appropriately Named Bliss

  Left on 03/21/2013 for a stay in November 2011
  
  

  This was a solo vacation for me. Bliss was the perfect location, nestled in a golf community with a security guard. Once you approach the driveway you are met with amazing landscape. Upon entering the house you have a breathtaking view. Each day I had to force myself to leave the wonderful villa to go sightseeing. - Kim M., Illinois, USA

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• Liz K.
  

  Our Stay at Bliss

  Left on 10/14/2011 for a stay in July 2011
  
  

  We enjoyed our 10-day stay at Bliss for our honeymoon very much. It is a lovely villa that worked extremely well for the two of us. The pool was just perfect and the open set up of the living room, dining room and kitchen made the whole room seem much larger. The view from the villa was just breathtaking.

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• Mike M.
  

  Our Stay at Bliss

  Left on 08/19/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  Really, this was the first time in my experience that a villa/hotel/resort was even better than the internet pictures and reviews. The Bliss villa was very well appointed, very comfortable, great views, great pool, very comfortable beds. We had a great vacation staying on St Thomas. The Bliss villa was a big part of making our vacation.

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• Jerry M.
  

  Our Stay at Bliss

  Left on 08/19/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  We had a wonderful time, can\'t wait to come back.

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• Terri T.
  

  Our Stay at Bliss

  Left on 08/19/2011 for a stay in May 2011
  
  

  The villa was just like the pictures, the information packet and the book were so helpful.

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• Stephen. S
  

  Our Stay at Bliss

  Left on 03/02/2011 for a stay in January 2011
  
  

  We had a wonderful time. The accommodation met all our expectations.

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