Perfect house, perfect pool, perfect hosts (!!), perfect area. Supermarket 10 min drive, small market in town, friendly people. You've got to have a car! Will be back for sure!

The roar of surf. This lovely house, separated from the beach by 50 yards of national forest and on a shallow beach over which water is constantly coursing, lets you always hear the ocean. The house is well laid out, fantastically equipped for cooking and spotlesslessly clean. The weather in Martinique is so nice that there are no glass windows in the kitchen and livinging room, just big openings that you close with shutters at night. Sylvie and Christopher are lovely people and great hosts. This part of Martinique is not crowded and is great for hikers and surfers. It also has many very good restaurants nearby, as well as nice fresh marketing in Tartane and Trinite. We loved everthing about the House and the Island and will definitely be back. The consensus highlight was sailing from Galion Bay to Treasure Bay for snorkeling and lunch. The Norwegian flights from the U.S. make this destination newly convenient.

We stayed five nights in January 2018--it was our first time in Martinique, and we thoroughly enjoyed both the house and surrounding area. The house was wonderful--quiet neighborhood, with a modern, fully equipped kitchen, and a pool where we enjoyed daily morning swims. The outdoor area was particularly inviting, with a spacious dining table and hammocks--we were tempted just to stay home and soak in the ambience. But we found lots to do outside--a small beach popular with local surfers was within walking distance, as was superb hiking in the Caravelle Nature Preserve. A car is necessary for exploring other parts of the island--in the nearby village of Tartane, we had a delicious lunch at one of the outdoor cafes lining the main street; we didn't make it to what looked like a great fish market in Tartane but enjoyed the outdoor market in Trinite. Also thoroughly enjoyed a day of kayaking and swimming that we booked through Robert's Kayaks in Pointe Rouge. Sylvie and Christopher were warm, welcoming hosts and generous with advice on outings and restaurants, to say nothing of sharing the delicious fruit from their yard. Highly recommended!

We loved our stay in this Presqu'ile de la Caravelle property, newly renovated and private. We called it our "home at the end of the world," way out on a peninsula far from the busier tourist destinations in Martinique. One of the Caribbean's great surfing beaches is a few minutes' walk downhill, and good hiking trails just up the road. Sylvie and Christopher could not have been more gracious hosts--they were attentive and friendly without being intrusive, and had some good ideas on local restaurants and places to visit. The property itself is impeccably clean and well-appointed, with a unique loft master bedroom up a ladder-stair (not for the infirm or over-served). But this place is really all about the expansive outdoor spaces--a large dining table, living area, hammocks and pool--where we spent all our time. Be aware that you are not in a densely-populated resort area--it's a healthy drive on twisty roads to visit these places. But if you are looking to get away from it all in a place of natural beauty, this is the property for you.

Our stay at Sylvie and Christopher's beautiful house was wonderful! They were very friendly and attentive hosts during our stay. The house is beautifully decorated and only steps from a beautiful beach which is great for children and surfers alike. My children also loved the pool and grounds. The gourmet kitchen had everything you could need to prepare wonderful meals. Our family loved the outside patio/dining room as it was perfect for meals and just relaxing. We cant wait to come back!

Sylvie is an amazing host and makes sure that you are 100% looked after. A beautiful house on a beautiful island, footsteps from a beautiful beach

The house was exactly as described, if not better! The outdoor space is perfect for enjoying Martinque's weather and the house is big enough that you don't feel cramped (there was six of us - two couples and two friends). If anything is missing, Sylvie and Christopher are there to provide it. They are around if needed (in an apartment below the house) but not overbearing, always generous and gracious. The location can't be beat. Tartane is a lovely and authentic fishing village. A small superette (a bigger grocery store is a short 20-30 minutes drive away), bakery, local coffee roaster, restaurants and fish market are five minutes drive away. You can walk in two minutes to beautiful Anse Bonneville. Super quiet during the week, with only a few surfers enjoying the waves (ideal for beginner/intermediate surfers). We all thoroughly enjoyed the house and would gladly stay there again! Thank you Sylvie and Christopher for an awesome stay!

Nous avons passé une très belle semaine dans la maison de Sylvie et Christopher à Tartane au début mars. La demeure est spacieuse, très bien équipée et beaucoup plus propres que bien des locations de vacances que nous avons eu l'occasion de louer au cours des dernières années. Les propriétaires sont accueillants et résident dans un appartement situé au bas de celui qui est en location. Leur accueil a été excellent et très chaleureux et leur présence discrète tout au long du séjour. L'emplacement de la propriété est formidable sur la presqu'île de la Caravelle et la propriété elle-même est très intime car bien isolée par la végétation et l'aménagement. On y entend le bruit de l'océan et des vagues qui couvre tout autre bruit environnant. Nous recommandons sans réserve cette belle maison.

We agree with all the great input from previous reviews and will try to add to them. Chris and Sylvie are wonderful. Norwegian Air excellent from JFK. Book as early as possible for best fares. Suggest making seat reservation. Rental car reservation is a must - see Trip Advisor forums for good tips on who to rent from. We used Budget and have no complaints. House wifi may be slower than what you are used to. Neighborhood walking distance restaurant (named 'Lighthouse') closed Sunday & Monday. Mamy Nounou restaurant - recommend reservation so plan accordingly. Need car. Coco Beach Cafe restaurant - another good one on adjoining beachfront by car only. Don't underestimate eating at home - fresh ingredients, French wine and great ambience! We felt the neighborhood was very safe; built on a hillside roundabout so no through traffic. The only 'noise' you hear is the wonderful sound of crashing waves 24/7. Hiking trails mentioned are outstanding. You can do as little as 40 minutes to lighthouse roundtrip (a must) or 3 hours around the whole peninsula. We drove to the trailhead; starting from the house would add extra time and is not as enjoyable since many cars may be driving past you on the dirt road heading for the trailhead. Early morning weekdays (7am) good as weekends and mid day can be crowded and hot. If you are an avid runner you will love these shady trails. Activities on our trip - Montagne Pelee, Les Gorges de la Falaise. See Trip Advisor for details.

Sylvie and Christopher's three bedroom house looks brand new, just like the photos, and is in a great spot to enjoy the swimming and surfing beaches of the Caravelle peninsula, as well as the hiking trails in the nature reserve which starts five minutes from your door. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen so well equipped that we ate nearly all meals at home, and the pool just great with no chemical or chlorine odor at all. The hosts are available for questions or suggestions, without being intrusive at all. Sylvie even sent us home with some of her homemade "cherry" jam to spoon in our rum for a sweet cocktail. We highly recommend their home for your Martinique vacation!

This beautiful house is located in a quiet corner of Martinique, close to a surf beach that, at low tide, is also great for kids. It's a also short drive to restaurants, boulangerie, a market, etc. The house is very comfortable and well equipped with everything (appliances, bakeware, etc. ) one would need to prepare meals at home. The owners are very kind and helpful and the home, pool, and grounds are in excellent condition. We had a very pleasant stay and would highly recommend this vacation rental !!!

We couldn't have been more pleased with our vacation to Martinique. We got saw a deal on plane tickets out of Boston and decided why not! Once we learned there was surfing there my husband was all in!! The island gorgeous. Very green, lush, and mountainous!! I didn't see any poverty like you would see on other more known islands. French is the language of choice. We ran into about 5 people the whole trip that spoke English. Everyone was so kind and accommodating to the language barrier. We just made it work. Chris and Sylvie were amazing from the first time I emailed about their property. Responses are always thorough and fast. Chris met us at the house the first night and showed us around. Our plane got in at 630pm on a Sunday night. By the time we rented a car and found our way to the house through the hills and rain we arrived at around 8pm. We asked Chris where the closest store or restaurant was and learned that nothing is open on Sunday night. So if you are traveling from the US with a late arrival bring food to get you through till the next day. Chris was amazing... he showed up with 2 frozen pizzas!!! Life saver as our 2 kids were starving!! The surf shop with board rentals is a quick minute walk up the road. and the beach is a 2 minute walk from the house. So easy!! Every day- morning noon and evening there are surfing waves. They don’t get a tide so you can always surf. Hiking around the house in the nature reserve was gorgeous. Bring water and snacks!! The pastry shop in Tartane is delicious! Mamy Nounou's restaurant was to die for!! The house is beautiful and well equipped. The outdoor living is the best. The salt water pool was a favorite of the kids. For English speaking travelers bring books in English and know the TV is French. Definitely an adventure vacation!! We will go back!!

We shared the house with another couple for a week and loved it. Chris was staying in a studio below the house, which made it easy to reach him when needed. Sylvie did a great job organizing our stay and was prompt to call us back when we reached out to her before we left for paradise. Great house in a great location!

We had such a wonderful time on our vacation in Martinique. The home is beautiful, clean, well maintained, well laid out, and has everything you need. It's a one minute walk to the ocean but it felt like we were in the middle of a tropical jungle in the back yard. Our 2 boys loved the pool and the short walk to a sandy beach with places to explore. My husband surfed every chance he got and the waves didn't disappoint. Sylvie (owner) helped us every step of the way, answering questions, sending us directions, and even organizing meals and recommending restaurants. The village of Tartane is a short drive from the house, and so quaint, with tiny restaurants and plenty of fresh fish from the day's local catch. The walking trails around the house were also a nice surprise, with fantastic views and tiny little hidden beaches.

Our party of six had a wonderful stay at this villa in Martinique. The house was immaculate, tastefully decorated and extremely well equipped, especially the kitchen which lacked nothing. The salt water pool in the backyard was perfect - the water felt like silk. Tartane, a small village devoted to surfing and fishing, is lovely and the surrounding countryside is spectacular. There is lots to see and do. Our hosts and their friend David were genial and very helpful. In fact, Chris went out to find and rescue us the night of our arrival when we were lost. Our only caveat: don't try to find the place in the dark if you arrive late and tired. All in all, a perfect vacation spot.