Though this secluded Myron Goldfinger-designed enclave resembles a series of giant concrete baby carriages from the outside, the sensuous curves and angles of the skylighted interiors bespeak elegance and comfort. Decor in the soaring one- to six-bedroom villas is luxurious but unstuffy: custom-made wicker furniture, raw-silk cushions, and hand-embroidered linens in muted, soothing colors. Louvered Brazilian walnut doors and windows perfectly frame tranquil views of St. Martin, creating living canvases. Units are filled with such high-tech amenities as DVD and CD players. The Point, a super-luxe five-bedroom villa right on the beach, is one of the island's, if perhaps the world's, premier accommodations. The restaurant melds organic to French-Caribbean, the beach beckons, and an unobtrusive staff allows tranquillity to reign. Pros: Private beach with reef for snorkeling, great service, classy modern decor. Cons: Beach is small and rocky, located at the far end of the island.
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