Enjoy an interlude in paradise with our St. Barthelemy vacation rentals. St. Bart's is a small island, 8 square miles in size, known for white sugar beaches and dazzling blue waters.

Located about 35 kilometers southeast of St. Maarten, the official language is French, although English is spoken as well.

Over the last 20 years, St. Barth's has become one of the most desirable getaways in the French West Indies. The climate is warm, sunny, and dry year-round with temps averaging about 80 degrees. Indulge in duty-free shopping, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, horseback riding, golf, tennis, and hiking.

The island offers culinary delights from spicy Creole dishes to classic French cuisine, along with a top-notch cache of fine French wines. Shop the capital of Gustavia for French ambiance and chic boutiques. Browse a large selection of imported goods like watches, perfume, jewelry, tobacco, liquor and fashions from France and Italy. Local wares include shell jewelry and indigenous artwork.

Visit the colorful fishing village of Corossol and stop by the Inter Oceans Museum to see a collection of sea shells from around the world. Hiking routes include a scenic stroll from Petite Anse to the breathtaking Colombier Bay. Serious climbers will thrill to the 938-foot trek up Mt. Vitet. Nightlife is relaxed in small intimate clubs, some with live music. Annual events include two music festivals, Carnival, and a Caribbean Film Festival.