We like season changes, but winter at times can be taxing. We just came back home after being hosted by Anna for a week and we regret that decision. At the time of booking, we had some doubts about pictures that her site showed. They seemed a bit unreal. To our surprise, the reality exceeded photos. The villa is beautifuly located, very spacious, and provides all comforts anybody might need. Anna is easily accessible in case of any questions, and her instructions regarding entry, stay, and departure are very helpful. We’d recommend the place to anybody looking for coziness away from cold weather.

We like season changes, but winter at times can be taxing. We just came back home after being hosted by Anna for a week and we regret that decision. At the time of booking, we had some doubts about pictures that her site showed. They seemed a bit unreal. To our surprise, the reality exceeded photos. The villa is beautifuly located, very spacious, and provides all comforts anybody might need. Anna is easily accessible in case of any questions, and her instructions regarding entry, stay, and departure are very helpful. We’d recommend the place to anybody looking for coziness away from cold weather.

Nice location but some items in villa need to be change

We like stay at villa .

We like stay at villa .

Our family of 5 ( plus family staying in two condos at the Sapphire Beach Club / part of the same property ) stayed for a week over Christmas and so loved staying at Villa 8! It is a gorgeous, well-appointed HOME with a kitchen that was well-stocked for cooking and having meals at home. We were coming for Xmas and asked Sergey and Anna if they had any recommendations for restaurants for that holiday week: We knew from a previous Xmas week trip to Madrid how challenging it can be to find good restaurants that can accommodate large groups. ( We were 11 total ) Anna and Sergey gave us a wonderful list of ten (!!!!) restaurants, each one of which we had a chance to try, was to our delight, first-rate! And we so appreciated that Anna followed-up after sending us that list to check if we had luck getting a reservation as it was the week of, very last minute! It felt great to know, from a local, some great places to go being totally unfamiliar with the island! We ended-up staying in and cooking one dinner on Xmas Eve as the Carrefour grocery store is an amazing experience, a gastronomic delight. The kitchen had everything we needed to have a wonderful meal at home and while I was cooking, everyone loved swimming in the private pool on the patio ( where I also started every morning sitting on a chaise and answering emails, looking at sunrises and seeing sea gulls fly by. ) Really idyllic! We met some intrepid spirits during our stay in SMX, still bringing their hearts and hopes for their beloved island in the wake of Hurricane Irma. Take the time to talk to people if you come to St. Maarten. Stay at Villa 8. As my grown-up sons ( ages 27 and 23 ) said to me. I “ hit it out of the ballpark by VRBO’ing there and you will be in the BEST of hands with Sergey and Anna!

If you’re looking for a luxurious yet comfortable place to stay, then look no further. Villa 8 at Sapphire Beach resort is well situated for families or couples: walking distance to nice groceries/market as well as the Porto Cupecoy square (several great restaurants, casino, shops overlooking a marina). You can also walk to family-friendly Mullet Beach or the more exclusive “cliff” beaches along the coast (clothing optional). The villa is thoughtfully stocked with beach towels, in-suite washer/dryer, cooking utensils, covered private parking spaces, shampoo/conditioner in each of the 3 bathrooms, paper towels and everything you need... just pack your bathing suite and a nice outfit for dinner out. The modern decor is somehow comfortable, and you can watch the passing yachts from your private pool on the patio. A cleaning crew comes mid-week to tidy-up and re-stock. The Sapphire Beach club has a very clean pool with a small island, a bar and friendly staff waiting to book a cruise or dinner reservations. The club, and the entire island, are still rebuilding from hurricane Irma two years ago, so you’ll see a few boats still washed up near shore and buildings yet to be rebuilt, but it actually added to the island flavor, and didn’t stop our family from doing anything...day cruises, airport, casinos, beaches, restaurants all operate normally. We would not hesitate to return to St Maarten again. Good luck, have fun and enjoy your stay at Villa 8.

Our family of 5 ( plus family staying in two condos at the Sapphire Beach Club / part of the same property ) stayed for a week over Christmas and so loved staying at Villa 8! It is a gorgeous, well-appointed HOME with a kitchen that was well-stocked for cooking and having meals at home. We were coming for Xmas and asked Sergey and Anna if they had any recommendations for restaurants for that holiday week: We knew from a previous Xmas week trip to Madrid how challenging it can be to find good restaurants that can accommodate large groups. ( We were 11 total ) Anna and Sergey gave us a wonderful list of ten (!!!!) restaurants, each one of which we had a chance to try, was to our delight, first-rate! And we so appreciated that Anna followed-up after sending us that list to check if we had luck getting a reservation as it was the week of, very last minute! It felt great to know, from a local, some great places to go being totally unfamiliar with the island! We ended-up staying in and cooking one dinner on Xmas Eve as the Carrefour grocery store is an amazing experience, a gastronomic delight. The kitchen had everything we needed to have a wonderful meal at home and while I was cooking, everyone loved swimming in the private pool on the patio ( where I also started every morning sitting on a chaise and answering emails, looking at sunrises and seeing sea gulls fly by. ) Really idyllic! We met some intrepid spirits during our stay in SMX, still bringing their hearts and hopes for their beloved island in the wake of Hurricane Irma. Take the time to talk to people if you come to St. Maarten. Stay at Villa 8. As my grown-up sons ( ages 27 and 23 ) said to me. I “ hit it out of the ballpark by VRBO’ing there and you will be in the BEST of hands with Sergey and Anna!

If you’re looking for a luxurious yet comfortable place to stay, then look no further. Villa 8 at Sapphire Beach resort is well situated for families or couples: walking distance to nice groceries/market as well as the Porto Cupecoy square (several great restaurants, casino, shops overlooking a marina). You can also walk to family-friendly Mullet Beach or the more exclusive “cliff” beaches along the coast (clothing optional). The villa is thoughtfully stocked with beach towels, in-suite washer/dryer, cooking utensils, covered private parking spaces, shampoo/conditioner in each of the 3 bathrooms, paper towels and everything you need... just pack your bathing suite and a nice outfit for dinner out. The modern decor is somehow comfortable, and you can watch the passing yachts from your private pool on the patio. A cleaning crew comes mid-week to tidy-up and re-stock. The Sapphire Beach club has a very clean pool with a small island, a bar and friendly staff waiting to book a cruise or dinner reservations. The club, and the entire island, are still rebuilding from hurricane Irma two years ago, so you’ll see a few boats still washed up near shore and buildings yet to be rebuilt, but it actually added to the island flavor, and didn’t stop our family from doing anything...day cruises, airport, casinos, beaches, restaurants all operate normally. We would not hesitate to return to St Maarten again. Good luck, have fun and enjoy your stay at Villa 8.

The place was very easy to find and instructions provided by the owner were very precise. Kitchen and bathrooms had everything that was needed and made us feel at home. Easy access to the beach and walking distance to shopping and restaurants make it the stay very enjoyable. Kids loved variety of cable channels. The property is immaculately maintained where every small detail was thought through by owners. We loved it.

The place was very easy to find and instructions provided by the owner were very precise. Kitchen and bathrooms had everything that was needed and made us feel at home. Easy access to the beach and walking distance to shopping and restaurants make it the stay very enjoyable. Kids loved variety of cable channels. The property is immaculately maintained where every small detail was thought through by owners. We loved it.

We have just returned from a week at this villa, and simply put, it was fantastic. My husband, daughter and I enjoyed the privacy, the plunge pool, and all of the amenities. A modern yet comfortable place with everything you need for a luxury vacation. Large terrace from both bedrooms that overlook the sea. The concierge at Sapphire is at your disposal, including tour desk, car rental and nightly entertainment. You could walk 10 minutes to hit restaurants and groceries. We ventured out to St. Barts for a day, but could not wait to return to Villa 8! Anna was a pleasure to deal with, attentive to any questions. Thank you Anna!

I spent an unforgettable week after Thanksgiving at Anna's Dutch Royalty's Villa. I remember that first moment when I walked into this place and opened the shades to the patio overlooking the ocean. The beauty and serenity of this place made me instantly happy and peaceful. The magic remained with me for the entire stay. The Villa is so comfortable and thoughtfully designed that nothing disturbs your peace of mind and makes a vacation truly relaxing. It tastefully decorated, with beautiful lighting, quiet air conditioning and contemporary upscale facilities. Bedrooms are large, all with ocean view, comfortable beds and plenty of dressers. Bathrooms are spacious and renovated with the most upscale European fixtures. Each bedroom has a private patio. The kitchen is fully equipped with all tools a cook might need. But for me the pleasure of vacation is to rest from cooking and enjoy the variety of local cuisine. The Villa is centrally located with only a short driving distance to fabulous French restaurants and shopping areas. Swimming on the island is fantastic, but what makes this place special is that you don’t need to go or drive anywhere. You walk 10 feet from the front door to plunge into the ocean. My favorite place in the Villa was the main patio with the pool. In the evenings we would sit there sipping cocktails and enjoying spectacular sunsets, then would go out for dinner and would end our day swimming in the pool before going to bed. There are some places you may want to visit just once, but really don’t feel the pull to come back. Dutch Royalty's Villa is one of the few places I would go back in the heart beat!

We spend 7 unforgettable days at Villa 8. We loved everything about this place. Elegant contemporary modern house decor with room accessories, furniture. Luxurious dream! What stood out to us the most was attention to details and amenities making out stay a pleasure and unbelievable value. Everything you read about this villa is true and when you see it is even more impressive. Both bedrooms and living room had a spectacular ocean view. Morning coffee on the balcony next to pool... Walking distance to the beach and to the Blue Mall plaza with all you may need - restaurants, gourmet Grocery store, live music concerts, movie night under the stars. Arrangements with the owner were easy and the owner is a pleasure to deal with. Looking forward to coming back! Thank you

We spent 6 lovely days, 5 nights, in St. Maarten. One of the largest highlights of our trip was our stay at the beautiful and luxurious Villa 8. The views and location are ideal on top of the safety and security of the neighborhood and surrounding area. From the balcony you can see an unobstructed view of the lovely Cupecoy beach which is 5 minutes away by foot. The house was ideal for our family of 3 adults with room to fit 6, with enough bathrooms, closet space and living space for everyone. The villa was well equipped with all the necessary kitchen utensils and equipment which we used daily. The appliances and facilities are high end. The house has as a very modern and contemporary feel, it was very livable, functional and homey – fit for Royalty. We enjoyed the open concept space since it allowed our family to gather together communally but perform different activities at the same time. One family member could swim on the patio, while the others watched TV, cooked dinner, etc. The house also comes with a washer/dryer which can be helpful for families with younger children and those staying for longer periods of time. We were able to enjoy the best of both worlds with since the villa is tucked away, yet very accessible to the hotel amenities and beaches. The owner is very responsive and pleasure to deal with. Our family enjoyed our time in paradise and is looking forward to coming back! - JoseD

Our first time to St. Maarten and we were blown away by Villa 8. First class accomodations in every way. We loved the outdoor area with the private patio and pool. Beyond the patio the ocean is right there. Incredible views and sunsets every night. The villa is very luxurious and is well stocked with everything that you could need. The bedrooms are both very well done with incredible ensuites. The pictures of villa 8 are amazing and when you walk in you are still blown away with how wonderful everything is. Arrangements with the owner were easy and she was very accomodating to our changing travel plan. Thanks so much and we will be back one day!

We have stayed in for 16 yrs under 2 other owners. We love the "Home Away From Home" atmosphere, privacy and now with all of the upgrades and TOTAL renovations it is more luxurious than ever. We love all the new HIGH END appliances, furniture and upgraded bathrooms. The view is BREATH TAKING. The owner is just a sweetheart to work with. She wants everything to be just right for your vacation time in . Anna Thanks so much for sharing. Carol V.

Omg! I have travelled to 47 countries and stayed in many hotels and private properties. This one is really outstanding! First, the views of the sea from every single room. You have the beach literary at your door step. The outdoor patio has a lovely pool that we used every day after the swimming and venturing for wonderful French food and shopping. The villa is luxury in every single aspect. High quality contemporary decor, furniture, dream kitchen with every single gadget imaginable that I plan to reproduce back home. Luxury showers and bathrooms, washer and dryer in the unit. The location is wonderful. It is on the Dutch side and within 10-15 minutes drive from most of the attractions. What I really loved about it was No crowds! You have your private beach and NOBODY can see you sunbathing on your balcony or swimming naked in your private pool. We preferred to cook at home and after a dinner enjoyed soaking in our private patio pool and then sipping wine listening to the waves. This place is great for a very romantic exclusive stay for a couple or 2 or for a group of 4-6 people as it has 2 bedrooms ( one with a king size bed and another one with two single beds) and 3 baths. Additionally every bedroom has an extra very comfortable high quality roll out. The living room has a very comfortable couch that sleeps 2 people. The owner is very responsive and takes great price of keeping the place immaculate. I am in love with this place! Thank you, Anna!

Our stay in Villa 8 has raised the bar in our expectations. The villa was not only spacious, clean and well kept, but it was the best stocked with kitchen utensils and outdoor play equipment. We ate out on patio next to the highlighted pool in the evening and watched the darkness fall in the ocean. It was so beautiful and peaceful. You can access casino and innumerable restaurants all within walking distance. Our dealings with the owners were nothing less than a pleasure. We had some last minute changes to our itinerary and they helped us come up with a solution. Our only disappointment was that we had to leave. Thank you!!!

This was an amazing place with a view of the ocean and beach which is just indescribable. You just can not buy a view like that. The pool, spa, beach access were great. Walk to Casinos is a great plus. This was our 15th Anniversary gift to ourselves and it will be hard to top. We were very sad to leave. Give yourself a treat, book this Villa 8, you will not be disappointed! Alla

We couldn't believe how beautiful the Villa 8 was! The view was seriously breath taking!!! The Villa 8 had everything you could need!!! Beach chairs, towels, and coffee maker, dish washer, washer and dryer...everything you could need in the kitchen!!! The views were amazing!! We would eat breakfast every morning on our patio with the private pool and then walk the beach for about two hours everyday!! This was the best vacation/ honeymoon ever!! My husband and I can't wait to stay here again!! We are already looking at available dates for next year! It's so conveniently close to the beach walk and tons of places to eat. We will def be back! Thanks to owners of the Villa 8 for sharing this with us!!! Galya and Oleg