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Location Cap Estate Saint Lucia, Property Villa Xhale Completed 2016 Original Architect Clinton Terry Interior Design Furnishings West Elm Dadeland, Miami Photographs Courtesy of Xhale & Cocotraie

Caribbean cool Saint Luciaâ€™s finest example of contemporary tropical modern living

Xhale Luxury Villa

When it comes to designing a property, first impressions are everything and here Xhale doesn’t disappoint . The massive 8ft tall x 4ft wide locally made Mahogany entrance door gives a hint to the size and no detail spared when it comes to

Xhale’s design.

well-worn criticism levelled at many contemporary Tropical Modern homes built in the Caribbean is that whilst many do look stunning and dramatic, they often lack that sense of harmony or connectivity with their location. Whilst these observations may be true there are some exceptions that contradict this view.

The trick is to merge the familiar Tropical Modern clean lines, floor to ceiling sliding windows and muted colour palette formula together with furnishings and craft-work that breaks from the sterile to create the homely. Situated on just over an half acre of land above Anse Galet Bay, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea on the northern tip of the windswept bluffs of Saint Lucia’s Cap Estate, is a villa that is not only an outstanding example of contemporary modern design, but one which is in totally harmony with its location.

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Completed in late December 2016 by its owners, who

Elegantly restrained the interior design works in total

purchased the partially completed property as a labour

harmony within the architectural form and layout of

of love project to design their dream home, Xhale is an

the villa, that is both expansive and at the same time

expansive two floor private villa measuring approximately

comfortably cosy with well considered connectivity

4000sq ft. positioned in a location that maximises its

of spaces that flow seamlessly together. The outstanding

vantage point views of the ocean. When it comes to

feature and a guest talking point of Xhale is the way

designing a property first impressions are everything

in which the villa embraces the design vernacular of

and here Xhale does not disappoint. On arrival guests

cohesive indoor our/indoor living, with a twist. In incor-

are greeted by a vast 8ft tall locally made mahogany

porating its natural surroundings into the design and

entrance door, low hanging birds nest shaped wooden

construction, the architect has artfully utilised the steep

Bentwood pendant lights, and on the floor artfully laid

inclined exposed rock-face, from which the propertyâ€™s

stone zigzag etched tiles. These are small but significant

location was excavated, to form the entire length of the

details which provide a hint at the creativity within.

back wall from the ground to first floor of the property.

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Tastefully decorated Xhale’s owners

throughout,

worked in collaboration

with the west elm contemporary design store based in

Dadeland, Miami to design every aspect of the vlla’s layout and decor.

There’s a wonderfully laid back, light and airy vibe throughout the Xhale, upstairs the high ceilings and oversized sliding walls of glass are used as “pocket doors” that slide away to aid breezy cross ventilation. In keeping with the open plan layout, the sitting areas on the landing of the upper floor and the TV room also present exquisite views of Anse Galet Bay and the Caribbean Sea. All of these tastefully decorated areas offer the perfect space for entertaining and socialising. Outside, the perfectly appointed infinity pool is framed on either side by the spacious kitchen/dining area to the left and the expansive living area to the right. Xhale comes with a modern kitchen that is furnished with all the high-end equipment and appliances one would need to prepare gourmet meals. The kitchen and dining room has an open concept with yet more sliding doors that open to a terrace that ensures guests enjoy the cool island breeze and the amazing sun set views. There is also the option of dining outdoors on the extended deck which is fully furnished with outdoor dining furniture, barbecue grill and a fire pit.

Each of the villa’s four en-suite rooms, consisting of three standard rooms and one master bedroom, decorated differently to add individuality and character, have been uniquely designed with private balconies that open up to magnificent ocean views. The décor for the standard rooms offer mid-century charm with a modern flair, while the master bedroom is designed with reclaimed Emerson furnishing. Each of these three standard rooms are fitted with queensized beds, bathrooms and French doors. The sumptuous master bedroom is fitted with a king-sized bed, bathroom with shower, and a private soaking tub that has its own unobstructed view of the ocean. 120 cocotraie.com ©

It’s at nighttime however that Xhale really does come to life and the full extent of the splendour of the villa can be seen. Having reviewed and featured many of Saint Lucia’s highend luxury villas, there in no doubt that Xhale is the island’s most unique and outstanding contemporary modern property. With such an abundance of detail and refinement in such a tranquil setting, its owners have designed Xhale to be a sanctuary for guests in need of a rejuvenating oasis from the normality of everyday life.

o Fmi www.xhaleluxuryvilla.com email: xhaleluxuryvilla@gmail.com tel: +1 758-717-8488