Villa Rosebud: a beach-close pool villa for couples in St Barts
Villa Rosebud is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom vacation rental at Anse des Cayes on the north-west coast of St Barts (Saint-Barthélemy). It sleeps 2 to 4 guests, has a private pool, ocean views and a covered outdoor living and dining terrace, and sits about a 6-minute walk from Anse des Cayes beach. On Vrbo it holds a 9.8/10 “Exceptional” rating from 50 guest reviews, and every couple who reviewed it scored it 10/10 (as of October 2026).
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Two bedrooms, a private pool and Anse des Cayes on your doorstep.
Why couples love Villa Rosebud
Most St Barts villas are built for big groups. Villa Rosebud is the opposite: an entire home scaled for two, with room for a second couple or a small family when you want it. Guests consistently single out three things in their reviews and the listing’s highlights:
- The location. Anse des Cayes is one of the island’s quieter beaches, close enough to walk to every morning but away from the busier Saint-Jean strip.
- Privacy. You get the whole villa, including the pool, the terrace and the views, with nothing shared.
- Easy logistics. The airport, Gustavia and the lighthouse viewpoint are all just a few minutes’ drive away.
Inside the villa: pool, ocean views and outdoor living
Life at Villa Rosebud happens outside. The private pool looks out over the green hills of the north-west coast, and a covered terrace beside it holds an outdoor dining table and a lounge sofa, so breakfast, lazy afternoons and sunset drinks all happen in the same shaded spot.
Inside, the two bedrooms each have their own bathroom, which makes the villa work just as well for two couples as for one. The main bedroom faces the ocean and opens onto a balcony with seating. Air conditioning, a full kitchen and on-site parking round out the essentials.
- Private pool with hillside and ocean views
- Covered outdoor dining and lounge terrace
- Ocean-view bedroom with balcony
- Two bathrooms (one per bedroom)
- Full kitchen, air conditioning and parking
The location: Anse des Cayes, St Barts
Anse des Cayes is a small, reef-lined bay on the north-west side of St Barts, between Flamands and the airport. The water here is livelier than on the calm lagoon beaches, which is why it is the island’s favourite spot for surfers and for snorkelling the reef on calm days. Mornings are quiet and local; by lunchtime the beach club at Hôtel Manapany, ranked in our guide to St Barth’s best beach clubs, is a five-minute stroll along the sand.
From the villa, the listing puts these spots within easy reach:
- Anse des Cayes beach: about a 6-minute walk
- Gustavia lighthouse: about a 3-minute drive
- Public beach (Plage de Public), near Gustavia: about a 3-minute drive
- St Barts airport (SBH, Gustaf III): about a 4-minute drive
Who Villa Rosebud suits best
Ideal for: honeymooners and couples, two couples travelling together, or a family of up to four who want a pool and a beach on foot rather than a big estate.
Look elsewhere if: you are a larger group. Just up the hill in the same neighbourhood, Villa Grace offers six bedrooms with ocean views over Anse des Cayes.
Getting there and getting around
Most travellers fly into Sint Maarten (SXM) and connect to St Barts by a short commuter flight or ferry. Villa Rosebud’s position, only minutes from St Barts airport, makes arrival day unusually easy. A rental car is still the best way to explore: the island’s beaches, restaurants and viewpoints are spread across steep hills, and the villa has parking on site.
Tips for booking Villa Rosebud
- Book early for high season. Small, highly rated villas for couples are the first to go for the winter season (December to April), especially around the holidays.
- Check the stay rules on the listing. Minimum nights, check-in times and the cancellation policy vary by season, so confirm them before you pay.
- Reserve your car with your villa. Rental cars on St Barts sell out in peak weeks.
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Where is Villa Rosebud in St Barts?
Villa Rosebud is at Anse des Cayes, on the north-west coast of St Barts, about a 6-minute walk from Anse des Cayes beach and a 4-minute drive from St Barts airport.
How many people does Villa Rosebud sleep?
It sleeps 2 to 4 guests in two bedrooms, each with its own bathroom.
Does Villa Rosebud have a pool?
Yes. It has a private pool with views, next to a covered outdoor dining and lounge terrace.
Is Villa Rosebud good for couples?
Yes. It is rated 9.8/10 from 50 reviews on Vrbo, and 100% of couples who reviewed it gave it 10/10 (as of October 2026).
Is Anse des Cayes a good beach for swimming?
Anse des Cayes has more waves and reef than the island’s calm lagoon beaches. It is popular for surfing and snorkelling; for gentle swimming, the calmer beaches are a short drive away.
How do I book Villa Rosebud?
You can check dates and book directly on Vrbo, where the listing shows current rates, minimum stays and the cancellation policy.
Details are based on the Vrbo listing and guest reviews as of October 2026 and may change; please confirm on the listing before booking. *Affiliate links: we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
