FantaSea beachfront, Survived the hurricane, low low prices take advantage!
Villa in Sint Maarten
20 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this villa rental
We are pleased that our home is to be featured on HGTV Caribbean life Season 5 March 27th at 9:30 pm.
New additions post IRMA - 6 new windows where we had block windows before. As well as another window that is now 10 feet wide and 4 feet long
FantaSea, Beachfront villa sleeps 20(at the end we have the breakdown of beds), one of the few 'TRUE' beachfront villas in St Maarten. On Dawn beach we are one of a handful of private villa's in the rental market. Over an acre lot with beautiful coconut trees, banana, plantains, avocado and other tropical trees. Home has 4 bedrooms and 4.5 baths and a pool. Home also has a cottage that is 1 bedroom with a bathroom and the gorgeous views. All bedrooms have great ocean views and ensuite bathrooms.
To SEE OUR VIDEO TOUR, click on the video tab above the photo. If you don't see the video tab, we'll send you the video. The video has the old furniture.
The house is beachfront but also on a hill, so you get the breezes, the expansive view and access to the beach. So for those of you who like to stay on a hill this house meets that requirement as well is beachfront. You get the cool breezes that are so refreshing.
For more pictures please look up FantaSeaSXM on facebook
All bedrooms face the ocean. 4 Masters facing the ocean with their own full baths.
How do you get to the beach? Walk down a hundred steps. We are on Dawn beach adjacent to the Westin Hotel.
The outdoor living space is what caribbean living is all about. We have a grill, dining table for 16, 8 pool side loungers and outdoor seating for 8, all on our deck. The pool is partially shaded. We just added a hayward heater for the hot tub that heats the spa very quickly.
Our home is a no smoking zone. You may smoke on the outside deck provided you keep all the related trash contained.
We have wifi in the main house. There is a internet extender for the cottage
Three bedrooms in the main house have a king size bed. The fourth bedroom has two bunk beds. Each bunk is full size bed, you can sleep 8 people/children in this bedroom.
Cottage has two double beds and two pull out single beds.
House has two kitchens one is in the main house, the other in the cottage.
Villa is a short drive to Philipsburg on the Dutch side or Grand Case and Orient Baie on the French side.
THE SUMMARY OF OUR AMENITIES:
- Large glass doors opening to the outside terrace areas, providing an outdoor ambiance indoors and maximum enjoyment of the constant trade winds
- High-speed wireless internet and cable television
- Private washer and dryer only available and open when housekeeping is home
- Concierge service for airport pickup, restaurant reservations, baby sitters, drivers for shopping, etc at extra cost if available.
- Pack n Play/crib available
- Personal chef available at extra cost. Chef costs need to be discussed directly with them
- Masseuse available
- Outdoor Weber barbeque grill
- Maid service every day except Sunday, no more than 4 hours daily. If more is needed please arrange to pay staff directly
- Electronic Shutters for doors and windows
- Video Surveillance for extra security
- House is also monitored 24 hours thru the alarm company
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Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Sint Maarten
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Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0
Pros: Check in process was easy. The house had a great layout and easy for entertaining. There were plenty of pool towels. The house felt secure. The dining room table had plenty of seating. 10 pool lounge chairs available (more than the 8 listed).
Things I would want to know: The photos do not accurately reflect the current state of the property. New living room furniture (seats 6 – 8). Turn the alcove furniture around to make more seating. There is no outdoor table anymore (2 picnic table). This was an issue for us, as this was the main reason I booked it. We hired a private chef for the stay (on our own). Picnic tables are not comfortable for 2 hour dinners. The owner tried to resolve it once I noticed the previous review, but could not in time. The air-conditioning did not work in 2 of the 4 rooms upon arrival. Resolved the following day. Ceiling in the family room & living room leaked when it rained. Per the owner, this is being resolved in the next couple of weeks. The pool is deep (no shallow end). More like a lap pool. They have floats and we brought some and left them. Dishwashing detergent is provided not laundry detergent. The listing says maid service is daily, but once per our stay (5 days) – important to have laundry detergent. 2 local cell phones were provided (used our own data). Fridge was not stocked (fresh milk, fruit, soda, beer.) Wifi was unreliable (used personal data). Owner has stated this is resolved. The owner was easy to deal with & responsive
8.0 / 10.0
This stay was a mixed bag for our group of 4 kids aged 6-15 and 5 adults. Our check in process was not smooth but the owner was apologetic and tried to make it right. And I feel for the owners because I am sure the issues are not so much neglect as not completing repairs after the hurricane. Still, the pictures do not reflect the current state of the home. It feels warn down.
Pros
The house is spacious with room for a big group.
Direct beach access is a great feature.
Views from the house and pool deck are beautiful.
Master bedroom bed was quite comfortable.
Clean, nice sheets and plenty of towels.
Easy access to the JW Marriott for live music and the swim up bar (as well as Sunday brunch).
Area felt quiet and safe.
Cons
Shower by the beach does not look like a tree and doesn’t function at all.
Ceiling in the family room leaked when it rained.
Hot tub is damaged; the heater and jets don’t work; numerous broken/danaged tiles by pool and stairs to beach.
Pillars and wall at the front of the pool deck are damaged and there is a big pile of broken concrete pieces at the back of the pool deck.
The pretty table and chaise lounge chairs from the pics are gone—cheap replacements and picnic tables.
The caretaker didn’t start opening the house or cleaning until after check in time and arrived two hours before check out and started cleaning while we were trying to pack up and enjoy the last couple hours at the beach—it felt intrusive.
10.0 / 10.0
This property is a gem I don’t see how the calendar is not booked up entirely each month. It’s perfectly located in a quiet area right on the beach, has staff in home as well as a cleaning woman who is the sweetest. Everything here is perfect. AC is phenomenal, the only small flaw is the WiFi doesn’t work so well and for streaming a live event with that many people in the home it really causes a challenge but besides that there’s bug spray a full bar and even a semi stocked fridge upon arrival!
This is our second year here and will be back again
10.0 / 10.0
This villa had everything I needed and MORE to house 14 girls for my 4 day Bachelorette Party. Check-in was quick and easy. The Villa was very clean and our housekeeper, Tiana, was extremely thorough and sweet. All 5 rooms had AMAZING views. We used all the amenities without any issues. I definitely recommend this property when coming to SXM with a large party.
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous property for a family vacation. We were 10 total and could have fit a lot more. Had plans to partake of island activities but everyone was happy just hanging out at our own pool and beach. Little grandsons lived the dragons (iguanas)
10.0 / 10.0
Fantasea
Excellent
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful house with stunning views. Good for groups.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic Views
Beautiful house with stunning views. Good for groups.
8.0 / 10.0
Comfortable stay for large group
Everything about our stay was easy, from check-in to the daily housekeeping. The housekeeper we had, Christiana, was lovely and went above and beyond for us, even helping with our BBQ and finding local restaurants from which we could order in. The villa is also quite large and fit all 13 of us, which is no small feat. All in all, it was a lovely stay.
8.0 / 10.0
Ideal for large family gatherings
Daily housekeeping was a huge bonus, and our host Sonal was always accommodating and responsive. The location of the house gave us easy access to the Dutch or French side of the island. The house was extremely clean and comfortable for our group of 8 adults and 9 kids
8.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Location!
The inside of the house was great. The outside of the house was beat up pretty bad by Irma. The outdoor shower, roof, gutters, stairs to the beach, and most of the gardens were destroyed. We enjoyed our stay very much and Audry (one of the house keepers) was amazing. There are lots of stairs to the beach, but it didn't bother us.
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful
Great home. Our family of 14 spent a week there. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a place on the ocean that this is it. There are a lot of steps in the house so anyone with mobility issues might find it difficult especially with a baby just starting to walk who loved to climb them. But the view, house and surroundings are worth it! I wanted to bring Audrey the housekeeper home with us. Lovely lady. If I ever go to st Marteen again this would be my choice to stay at
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Stay
We had the Villa rented in January of 2018 and then Irma devastated the island. With the airport closed we had no choice but to cancel. Sonal, the owner was gracious enough to transfer our stay until last week. St. Maarten continues to recover, and you could witness that throughout your drive from the airport to the villa. It made my entire family appreciate the basic things that we have in the states and that we take for granted. The natives of the island are warm and greeted us upon entering every shop, grocery or restaurant with "thank you for coming to our island". That kindness was carried through to our beautiful housekeeper Audrey. She comes in every day, and would immediately come in to the home and find me to make sure that everything was ok. My grandsons even invited her to stay with us for dinner....they loved her. The Villa is large and well appointed. The pool and hot tub lovely. The views spectacular. We did have a problem with directions from the airport to the Villa. The roads are not well marked and I believe the signs that where there for Oyster Pond/The Westin prior to Irma are no longer there. We downloaded the off line map on google, and that helped immensely. We would absolutely stay in one of Sonal's properties in the future.
5.0 / 10.0
We loved the house,, the island is recovering, lots of restaurants. Friendly people all over SXM, many great deals to be had! We were a large group and every one of us enjoyed the views from our bedrooms in this house, we cannot wait to come back!
10.0 / 10.0
Came after IRMA and loved it
We loved the house,, the island is recovering, lots of restaurants. Friendly people all over SXM, many great deals to be had!
We were a large group and every one of us enjoyed the views from our bedrooms in this house, we cannot wait to come back!
8.0 / 10.0
Dominguez Family 07/2017
The house was everything we wanted it to be and more. We enjoyed our stay and will book again in the future. We've already recommended the home to family and friends. The house was in good repair. We did have a few mishaps that was resolved as quickly as they could resolve them. Some of it was do to island living. House keeper came everyday except Sunday. Could have been every other day would have been ok.
Sonal was extremely friendly and did everything she said she would. She cares about those who stay at her property and wants to make their stay enjoyable. Thank You
10.0 / 10.0
snd25years
Amazing home and grounds, was great for our large family (17). Could not have picked a better spot!
10.0 / 10.0
Fantasea
The Fantasee was fabulous!!
Our entire family of 10 loved everything about the vacation home. The view is spectacular.
I would highly recommend this home to anyone.
10.0 / 10.0
AMAZING Home on an AMAZING Island!
Five adults and five children with room to spare! We loved having the hot tub and pool available to us. We also enjoyed going down to the beach each day. Owner is very easy to work with! Very accommodating. The daily maid service was soooo nice! Can't wait to go back :)
10.0 / 10.0
Best vacation ever!
I was excited to invite 9 friends to celebrate a big birthday and wanted to stay somewhere we could all be together not in separate motel rooms. Wow! what a great time with plenty of room for everyone, plus! What more could you ask for with a pool, Jacuzzi, and steps to your private beach! It doesn't get any better than that. Everyone was impressed with my pick.
Isla was great greeting us and giving us all the information we needed to have a great experience. I don't think the pictures justify the experience you will have! Can't wait to go back.
10.0 / 10.0
Family of 13!
Amazing property with pool, hot tub and beach! Patio was enormous for outside
gathering and sunrises! Home is large and well cared for! Our family of 13 had tons of room to hang together inside and out. Each room had its own bathroom suite! Great location with alot of close activities! Beach, yard and Patio gave kids a lot of roaming room! Property comes with daily housekeeper (which was wonderful)! The best home we have rented! It was truly an amazing vacation!!
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful Home, Fantastic Host!
Our group of 8 had an absolutely amazing experience with a Sonal. Everything was cleaned, easy to access and breathtakingly beautiful. Would recommend to anyone looking for an easy and relaxing retreat.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful house, great amenities!
We had an amazing time at FantaSea! We were a group of 15 people and the house is so spacious that it was totally comfortable. We loved the pool, the hot tub, the BBQ, the private beach access, the outdoor shower... Isla the housekeeper was really helpful and great to have around. Highly recommended - hopefully we can come back someday!
10.0 / 10.0
Beach front perfection!!
This started out to be a 30th wedding anniversary trip but when our kids saw the pictures they were wishing they were coming so we turned it into a family vacation and brought our two kids and their spouses. When we arrived the house keeper was there to welcome us and show us how everything worked. The pool, hot tub, beach and local eateries were all top notch. Walking next door to the Westin resort to get a beverage at the beach bar was another plus. The house is better than the pictures can even portray. We will be back to this home and it can accommodate lots of people. Six of us only utilized half the house. The owner , the house keeper and the Poolman were all great and easy to work with. We chartered a boat one day from the marina at the bottom of the hill and spent the day snorkeling and swimming around remote islands. If you are a foodie you will be in heaven. Not only are big time chefs in the area, small unassuming places served excellent food at a reasonable price. The trip was everything we hoped for and more.
10.0 / 10.0
Sad we had to leave!
This was our first time booking a home, we were quite worried. We shouldn't have been.
The host and the house keeper made the whole process seamless and a vacation of a lifetime!
The house is great, the location is nice, the beach is quite and secluded enough.
The house was clean and had all the amenities we could want.
Loved the decor, the huge deck, we enjoyed a few glasses of vino.
We loved all the shopping on the french side. Better than the usual caribbean straw markets.
Got a lot of spices back from Marigot.
We would come back in a heart beat!!
Great value.
10.0 / 10.0
Incredible vacation with our whole family!
This house and property were absolutely amazing. Everything was exactly how it was described on this site from the stunning views to the gorgeous home. I feel like I have known the owner, Sonal, for years, as she was so attentive from our very first inquiry. She answered all of my hundred questions within hours and made the perfect recommendations for our trip. Isla, the housekeeper, became part of our family. Our kids loved her (so did we!) and by the end of the week she became Auntie Isla. She took care of the home every day and kept it very neat and clean. John the gardener cut down fresh coconuts, bananas, and aloe from the perfectly maintained garden. The pool and hot tub were thoroughly enjoyed every day. The walk down to the beach was a nice little workout. The water was beautiful! There were 9 adults and 2 children and everyone had their own space. The rooms are so private, it was a perfect place for our family. You can really tell how much Sonal and Isla care for this home and their guests. I hope to return soon. It was a trip I will never forget.
10.0 / 10.0
Spectacular views and one of our most enjoyable holidays!!
We have traveled and stayed at many homes and resorts, this was the BEST!
From the house, the linens, the outdoor deck, the wonderful staff!
The kids just played on the beach most of the time and racked up a good bill at the Westin Bar.
Loved shopping at Phillipsburg, eating at Grand Case and Orient beach
We will be back!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Accomodations
I don't even know where to begin. The overall experience was fantastic. We had a group of 6 adults and 8 children. The house easily accommodated the 14 of us. There was a room of bunk beds in the main house where we put the girls and we put the boys in a little cabana house that included it's own kitchen. All the rooms have a nice view and are well set up. the cabana house has limited views and if we had one complaint it's that it doesn't have much airflow so after you put 4 boys in it by the end of the week it begins to smell like the backseat of a long family road trip. The house is on the beach but it's a bit of a haul down the stairs. Now that said, it's not too difficult unless maybe if you're a senior. The beach area is not vast but it's adjacent to the Westin which has a large beach area. While the beach at the Westin is very nice once in the water its very rocky/sharp crushed shells. However, if you go out in the water in front of fantasea it's actually very sandy.
From the very beginning the owner was very accommodating. We had open dialog on everything from house features to things to do on the island to even the condiments already at the house. She was truly in the interest of our group having a fantastic time. In fact, because of the way the house is set up it's great for socializing. The kids played cards and played in the pool and the adults hung out on the patio or in the hot tub every night we were at the house. Not once did anyone even turn on a TV. We actually lost touch of what was going on in the world. I guess that's what vacation is supposed to be about.
In summary, if going to St. Maarten, you can't go wrong with this house.
10.0 / 10.0
Peace, privacy and total relaxation
Enjoyed the big yard, the beach that hardly had any people on it!
Long walks morning and at sunset, the fabulous sunrises over dawn beach. This was a well deserved break for a workaholic and I can say we were pampered. Daily maid service was definitely worth it.
5.0 / 10.0
Added this property to my favorites and hope to come back. There were 8 of us plus the small 2 y.o. child and everyone had a good time. Steps to the beach were no problem. Owner is very responsive to any issue. Housekeeping was good, everything was always cleaned and laundry was done, even had a fresh coconut juice one day. View is amazing and location is excellent, right on the border between french and dutch sides. Close to the Orient Beach, our favorite French restaurants and bar hangout. Pancake place next door is very good for either breakfast or dinner. Did our grocery shopping in the main store, a little further, but the selection and prices were better then any other store in vicinity. Property is perfect for small kids since the villa is completely gated from all sides. Bring your bugs and mosquito sprays and repellents as owner recommends - you will need them in the evening or at night.
Enough of gated parking for couple of full size cars. We rented from the local company Leisure Car Rental and got free upgrade and had no problems. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. Place is large enough to accommodate 10-12 or even more people. Highly recommended!
5.0 / 10.0
Added this property to my favorites and hope to come back. There were 8 of us plus the small 2 y.o. child and everyone had a good time. Steps to the beach were no problem. Owner is very responsive to any issue. Housekeeping was good, everything was always cleaned and laundry was done, even had a fresh coconut juice one day. View is amazing and location is excellent, right on the border between french and dutch sides. Close to the Orient Beach, our favorite French restaurants and bar hangout. Pancake place next door is very good for either breakfast or dinner. Did our grocery shopping in the main store, a little further, but the selection and prices were better then any other store in vicinity. Property is perfect for small kids since the villa is completely gated from all sides. Bring your bugs and mosquito sprays and repellents as owner recommends - you will need them in the evening or at night.Enough of gated parking for couple of full size cars. We rented from the local company Leisure Car Rental and got free upgrade and had no problems. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. Place is large enough to accommodate 10-12 or even more people. Highly recommended!
5.0 / 10.0
We loved, loved, loved our stay. Did we mention we loved it? 3 generations under one roof.
Service was what made this trip enjoyable.
Lots of space for all 15 of us! The home is very well appointed. Very caribbean home. Loved the decor.
Loved being able to walk right down to the beach. Outdoor area was huge, lots of shade to enjoy the outdoors.
Some of the kids slept on the deck some nights(under the stars). One night they got rained on, they loved it.
Housekeeping was impeccable. I like my homes clean, normally when we first get to the house I put all the dishes in the dishwasher. Did not have to do this. Squeaky clean.
The suggestions for activities worked out great.
We will be back, thank you for answering questions from all in our party and being patient with first time visitor to SXM.
SXM - we loved the array of restaurants we found, never a bad meal. Great prices.
Did jet skiing at Orient beach.
Walked/shopped Grand Case, enjoyed the lolo's.
We had my 78 year old mother in law. She got the cottage. To go to the beach we used to drive her to the Westin so she didn't have to go down the steps.
We already are making plans on coming back to this lovely home.
5.0 / 10.0
We loved, loved, loved our stay. Did we mention we loved it? 3 generations under one roof.Service was what made this trip enjoyable. Lots of space for all 15 of us! The home is very well appointed. Very caribbean home. Loved the decor.Loved being able to walk right down to the beach. Outdoor area was huge, lots of shade to enjoy the outdoors.Some of the kids slept on the deck some nights(under the stars). One night they got rained on, they loved it.Housekeeping was impeccable. I like my homes clean, normally when we first get to the house I put all the dishes in the dishwasher. Did not have to do this. Squeaky clean.The suggestions for activities worked out great.We will be back, thank you for answering questions from all in our party and being patient with first time visitor to SXM.SXM - we loved the array of restaurants we found, never a bad meal. Great prices.Did jet skiing at Orient beach.Walked/shopped Grand Case, enjoyed the lolos.We had my 78 year old mother in law. She got the cottage. To go to the beach we used to drive her to the Westin so she didnt have to go down the steps.We already are making plans on coming back to this lovely home.
5.0 / 10.0
We went back with a full crew this time, 18 of us and had a ball! We love the privacy, the stocked kitchen, the bar.
This time we were also give two local phones, it helped us navigate parking spots while in philipsburg.
We love all the amenities at the house, the daily housekeeping keeps everything in order while on vacation and with so many teenagers that did come in handy.
We will surely be coming back.
5.0 / 10.0
We went back with a full crew this time, 18 of us and had a ball! We love the privacy, the stocked kitchen, the bar.This time we were also give two local phones, it helped us navigate parking spots while in philipsburg.We love all the amenities at the house, the daily housekeeping keeps everything in order while on vacation and with so many teenagers that did come in handy.We will surely be coming back.
5.0 / 10.0
We had 12 people in our group and never lacked for space or privacy. We enjoyed every moment of the house. The steps were a challenge but you could always stop along the way and enjoy the view. The hot tub was used everyday but the pool was a little cold for some of us. The house was always kept clean and the housekeeper was very helpful in anything we needed. We would highly recommend this house for an outstanding vacation.
5.0 / 10.0
We got a deal for the two of us, highly recommend travelling in low season. Sonal worked with us on the price for just the two of us.
We could not have asked for more privacy or luxury. Loved all the restaurants St Maarten had to offer.
We are looking to come back soon, hopefully with more of our friends.
5.0 / 10.0
We got a deal for the two of us, highly recommend travelling in low season. Sonal worked with us on the price for just the two of us.We could not have asked for more privacy or luxury. Loved all the restaurants St Maarten had to offer.We are looking to come back soon, hopefully with more of our friends.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Sint Maarten?
The average price for a rental in Sint Maarten is R 6,359 per night. This rental is R 15,613 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at FantaSea beachfront, Survived the hurricane, low low prices take advantage!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at FantaSea beachfront, Survived the hurricane, low low prices take advantage!. Enjoy the water!
Is FantaSea beachfront, Survived the hurricane, low low prices take advantage! pet friendly?
Yes! This villa is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at FantaSea beachfront, Survived the hurricane, low low prices take advantage!?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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