BAREFOOT LUXURY, PRIVATE RETREATS, UNBELIEVABLE VIEWS REIGN

NEW SELECTION OF WIMCO VILLAS ON ST. BARTS  

NEWPORT, RI, September 2010 ˆ Whether your desire is beachfront and modern, or tucked away and romantic, Wimco Villas, the premier villa rental agency for St. Barts and the Caribbean, is proud to introduce four brand-new villas catering to your every whim and fancy.  

Paradise is found in the views at Villa SIB ATT (Arte) perched on a ridge high above Flamands Beach overlooking nearby islands. The master bedroom enjoys privacy in its own cottage overlooking the pool and vista.  The villa features a gourmet kitchen, heated Jacuzzi and pool, and fitness room.  This villa can be rented as two, three or four bedrooms depending on season, and rates vary accordingly, starting at $9,000 per week. 

With a main house and master suite, Villa SIB MDL (Le Manoir de Lurin) features three independent cottages, each with a king or two queen-size beds.  The large, heated swimming pool is perfect for lounging with cocktail as the nights turn cool.  Enjoy the fitness room and tropical grounds in this private, luxurious retreat. Rates begin at $25,000 a week.

Couples looking for the perfect romantic retreat need look no further than Villa SIB KAI just steps away from Flamands Beach.  This multi-level, one-bedroom villa  features ocean views throughout the property, a plasma TV, large deck and heated pool.  Rates are from $3,600-$8,800 per week. 

Bright, modern design rules at Villa SIB PRX (Princess X), located within the private complex of Domaine du Levant and within walking distance to the beach.  The contemporary and chic décor doesn‚t detract from the comfort of the home, with large white leather sofas, a beautiful kitchen and spacious terrace.  Choose to dine under the private gazebo with gas grill, refrigerator, and table.  Rates begin at $8,000 per week. 

For couples and families traveling together, or for larger groups, villa vacations are often much more affordable with per bedroom, per night rates often far less than island hotels.  Villa vacations also offer the space and privacy that typically are not found at resort properties.  All of Wimco‚s villas on St Barts come with daily maid service (except Sunday) and Wimco‚s local concierge desk is available to take care of its clients‚ every need while they are on the island.

About Wimco Villas

Wimco Villas is an award-winning luxury villa rental company, providing access to some of the world's most beautiful and exceptional private villas.  In the Caribbean, Wimco represents over 270 villas on St Barts and offers an expansive selection of privately owned villas throughout the region including the US and British Virgin Islands, Turks & Caicos, Anguilla, Barbados, Mustique, Nevis, St Martin, Jamaica and Grand Cayman.  In Europe, Wimco represents villas in Italy, the South of France, and Mykonos.  In the Americas there are villa rentals on Nantucket, Maui and Oahu, Hawaii, and in Punta Mita and Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

Voted 'Best Presented Villas' by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler, Wimco Villas‚ inspection process of visiting and evaluating each villa insures that a match is made for each client's expectation of value. As well as providing accommodation and destination information, Wimco Villas can tailor make the villa holidays to suit each client's needs, whether it be arranging for private chefs, yoga instructors, yacht charters or simply a restaurant reservation.

For additional information on Wimco Villas please visit www.wimco.com or call 800-449-1553.  
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