St. Martin vacation rentals are the Caribbean dream. From the island's prehistoric ruins to its palm-fringed, white sand beaches, it is a heaven on earth. Dive into the French and Dutch flavours of this rich cultural gem – or its glittering waters, it's bliss!
Saint Martin's Ancient history
Your cultural tour of St. Martin's Dutch and French sides include sun catching on Orient and Grand Case Beaches, the latter of which is a Mecca for the gourmands of this world. Creole charm oozes from the buzzing market with its stalls of traditional dishes and piquant flavors. Marigot is the French capital, established in the 18th century as a center for the sugar cane industry.
Fort Louis Marina is bright and overlooked by the eponymous 1789 fort, while old Creole houses in the backstreets exude ambiance. Not far away, the ruins of the 1772 Saint Jean Sugar Plantation are stunning, while at Hope Estate Archaeological Site you can see ruins dating from 550 BCE. St Maarten Museum in the Dutch area of Philipsburg is dedicated to retracing the island's history.
Day trip to Prickly Pear
Why not charter a catamaran for the day and head to Prickly Pear Cay? Bring your snorkelling gear and prepare to plunge into the crystal clear water. Sip a rum punch on the beach and look out at Anguilla. The island is completely deserted, apart from the restaurants to which the staff commute daily. All you'll find is perfection and paradise. Linger languidly on the beach after barbecue lunches of ribs, fish, or chicken – or stop at Maunday's Bay or Mead's Bay for a cooling dip and a snorkel.
Unmissable attractions
Maho Beach
Beloved of plane spotters, the turquoise waters lapping Maho Beach are directly behind the airport runway. A flight timetable is displayed on boards at the majority of the bars and restaurants. There's even a speaker emitting the air traffic control tower transmissions at Sunset Bar and Grill on this characterful, brilliant white beach.
Yoda Guy Movie Exhibit
The brainchild of international artist Nick Maley, this small non-profit museum is replete with memorabilia and movie history. Come and see Darth Vader, Chewbacca, and Alien, along with a gallery of Caribbean art.
Loterie Farm
This private nature reserve is sequestered in the island's hinterland. A glittering emerald stretching 54 acres, this family-managed green space is also home to the residence of one of the former mayors of St. Martin. Activities range from zip lining to trail hikes.
Orient Bay
This 3 kilometre white powder beach is embraced by reefs and shelves very gradually into the Atlantic. The marine park makes for unbelievable snorkelling around Caye Verte, and a nude beach joins sailing, jet skiing, and paragliding facilities to make this one of the island's best-loved beaches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical availability of vacation rentals in Saint Martin?
June has the highest availability of Apartment rental in Saint Martin, so you can expect a lot of vacation rentals available, even for last-minute bookings.
What are the most popular vacation home amenities in Saint Martin?
The most popular amenities for rentals in Saint Martin include vacation homes with Pool, Internet, or Pets allowed.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Saint Martin?
If you're travelling with a dog, over 15% of vacation rentals in Saint Martin are pet-friendly.
What's the best month to visit Saint Martin?
If you're looking for balmy weather, July and August are typically the hottest months in Saint Martin with temperatures around 31 °C. January and February in Saint Martin are the coldest, with 24 °C on average.