Secluded, sexy, sophisticated…did we say sexy? At Le Toiny barefoot elegance means slipping out of your Manolo Blahniks and Bruno Maglis and trailing your toes in the water of your private pool in your very private villa. After you have enjoyed your breakfast on the terrace, you might consider a morning dip au naturale.

Le Toiny fits naturally into a gently sloping hillside on the most southeastern tip of St.Barth and architecturally evokes the old plantation houses of the French West Indies. The vistas are of a lagoon with the sea beyond – beautiful. There are just 15 cottages here; fourteen are one bedroom villas with sliding bay windows that open up to a private terrace and pool – heated in the winter months. The one three bedroom option consists of a master villa suite with two separate pavilions with ample sized ensuite bedrooms, one king and one with twin beds. They share a private swimming pool.

The elegant yet cozy suites are self-contained with living areas and kitchenettes. Designers Anne Nguyen and Beatrice David used native gaïac wood (the rare Gaïac tree of St. Barth's grows on the hotel property), terracotta, teak and mahogany – including wonderful over-sized mahogany beds. Frette linens add to the comfort level. The draped muslin netting on the beds and tulle fabrics, red-on-white or rich blue-on-white Arcadian scenes have just the right feel. The marble baths, spacious and sensuous and the supply of Le Toiny’s customized toiletries make things just that more special.

As one might expect there are Bang & Olfsun electronics and flat screen TVs, CD and DVD players. Fax machines and WiFi compatibility are there if you need to keep connected to the outside world.

Their iconic and frequently photographed swimming pool – all gorgeous blue Italian-tile, shaped in a half-moon with an infinity edge, is just a short stroll from the cottages. It’s a delightful spot to relax on thickly cushioned teak chaise lounges

Le Toiny is revered for its gastronomic poolside restaurant, Le Gaïac , and at night with its candle-lit white clothed tables, gentle sea breezes and soft piano music, it’s a collectable travel experience. A wee bit formal for dinner though – gentlemen, “put your big pants on”. Le Gaïac serves the best Sunday Brunch on St. Barth – not to be missed. Reserve early!

A Few of Our Favorite Things :

• Breakfast served on your own private terrace looking out at the sparkling Caribbean
• On your second visit you bypass reception and are taken right to your villa

Who Would Just Love it Here

Obviously the rock stars, CEOs and Hollywood A-Listers who frequent Le Toiny adore it but so would anyone who appreciates fine properties with a sense of place and impeccable service.