The formal, air-conditioned dining room with spectacular views can seat 20 guests at the bench made mahogany table with elegant pineapple-back dining chairs. The large high ceiling sitting room has 3 wide openings onto the veranda, bringing the stunning view of the sea inside. These openings can be closed, allowing the room to be air-conditioned. Comfort prevails, with conversational groupings of large sofas and armchairs and a grand piano which adds panache to cocktail hour.

Outside is a superb infinity pool with poolside bar overlooking the sea, with deep rattan pool chairs and plenty of umbrellas for shade. A dedicated children’s playground with swings, a slide and a basketball court is always a hit with youngsters, as is the pool table located on an upper veranda. Opposite the playground is a very well-equipped private gym.

On the lower floor of the villa is a business office, which is well-equipped with a computer, fax machine and printer.

The welcoming staff of 6 include the butler/head of house, a chef, housekeepers, a laundress and gardeners.

The villa comes with 5 golf carts, including 2 6-seaters in which to explore the resort’s 2,200-acre grounds.