Pelican Key villas combine elevated Caribbean views with one of the island’s most convenient and livable locations on Sint Maarten, the Dutch side of St Martin. Positioned along the coastline near Simpson Bay, Pelican Key is known for its oceanview hillside homes, walkable setting, relaxed atmosphere, and easy access to beaches, restaurants, marinas, and nightlife throughout the island.
The feeling here is less isolated than some of the island’s larger villa enclaves. Villas sit above the Caribbean with broad sunset views toward Saba, while restaurants, beach bars, grocery stores, casinos, and cafés remain close enough to reach easily without planning the entire day around driving. The result is a stay that feels comfortable, connected, and deeply tied to the rhythm of daily life on Sint Maarten.
Pelican Key also works especially well for travelers who want flexibility throughout their trip. Beach clubs and marinas on the Dutch side are nearby, while destinations on the French side of St Martin remain accessible for long lunches, beach days, and evening dining. Whether the day revolves around boating, exploring the island, or simply staying close to the villa, the location adapts easily.
Rental Escapes offers a curated collection of Pelican Key villas designed for travelers looking for panoramic scenery, villa privacy, and convenient access to the best of St Martin. Your Villa Specialist will help match you with the right property, while your Concierge coordinates every detail of your stay, from airport transfers and restaurant reservations to yacht charters, private tours, and customized island experiences.
Pelican Key has a more lived-in and naturally balanced atmosphere than many of the island’s more resort-oriented areas. The neighborhood feels residential and relaxed, but never disconnected from the energy of Sint Maarten itself. You can walk to dinner, stop at nearby beach bars in Simpson Bay, or spend the afternoon by the pool without feeling removed from the island around you.
The setting keeps the Caribbean constantly in view. Many villas capture wide-open Caribbean views from elevated positions above the sea, with sunsets becoming part of the daily rhythm. Trade winds move steadily through the hillsides, terraces stay open late into the evening, and outdoor living naturally becomes central to the experience.
Pelican Key especially suits travelers who want variety without overcomplicating the trip. The area allows you to move easily between beach clubs, marinas, watersports, dining, nightlife, and quieter villa time without spending large parts of the day in transit. It feels convenient in a way that improves the overall pace of the stay.
At the same time, the villas themselves still provide enough privacy and space for slower days centered entirely around the property. Many guests naturally settle into a rhythm of late breakfasts outdoors, afternoons beside the pool, sunset cocktails overlooking the Caribbean, and relaxed dinners without needing to leave the villa at all.
Pelican Key works particularly well for travelers who want to experience different sides of the island without constantly coordinating logistics themselves. Your Concierge can assist with restaurant reservations, beach club bookings, private transportation, grocery pre-stocking, and personalized recommendations tailored around your group’s pace and interests.
The area’s location near Simpson Bay also makes boating especially accessible. Your Concierge can arrange luxury yacht charters, catamaran cruises, snorkeling trips, wakeboarding, tubing, jet skiing, deep-sea fishing excursions, and sunset sails departing from nearby marinas. Full-day itineraries to Anguilla, hidden beaches around St Martin, or beach clubs and shopping in St Barts can also be arranged privately.
For guests wanting to explore beyond the coastline, your Concierge can organize guided island tours, reservations throughout both the Dutch and French sides, shopping trips into Philipsburg, nightlife recommendations in Simpson Bay, or dining experiences in destinations like Grand Case and Orient Bay.
Back at the villa, private chef service allows the atmosphere to slow down again. Caribbean seafood dinners, casual poolside lunches, cocktail service, and relaxed breakfasts overlooking the water can all be arranged privately, turning the villa itself into one of the highlights of the trip.
Pelican Key villas range from beachfront homes overlooking the Caribbean to expansive hillside estates designed around sunset views, outdoor living, and easy access to Simpson Bay. These villas combine privacy, convenience, and a relaxed coastal atmosphere that feels deeply connected to everyday life on Sint Maarten.
Villa Francais: This Spanish-style villa combines panoramic sunset views with spacious family-friendly living across multiple levels. Terracotta floors, vaulted ceilings, landscaped gardens, and a large saltwater pool create a warm residential atmosphere within walking distance of restaurants, bars, and shops throughout Pelican Key.
Caribbean Blue: Positioned directly on the waterfront, Caribbean Blue centers entirely around the sea. The beachfront setting, private pool terrace, and uninterrupted views toward Saba make the villa especially appealing for guests wanting easy beach access and a more classic Caribbean atmosphere.
Villa Provence: Villa Provence offers expansive gathering spaces, six individually designed bedrooms, and sweeping sunset views across the Caribbean. The villa’s wraparound veranda, private pool, and flexible layout make it particularly well suited for larger groups looking to balance social time with privacy.
Pelican Key is located on the Dutch side of Sint Maarten near Simpson Bay along the island’s southwestern coastline. The area overlooks the Caribbean Sea and offers convenient access to beaches, marinas, restaurants, nightlife, and shopping.
Most travelers arrive via Princess Juliana International Airport (SXM), located a short drive from Pelican Key. Your Concierge can arrange airport transfers, rental cars, and customized arrival planning before your stay.
Pelican Key is known for its oceanview villas, sunset scenery, walkable location near Simpson Bay, and convenient access to restaurants, marinas, beaches, and nightlife. The area combines a relaxed residential atmosphere with easy access to the island’s main attractions.
Yes, Pelican Key villas work especially well for families and groups thanks to their spacious layouts, oceanview terraces, private pools, and proximity to beaches, restaurants, and island activities.
Simpson Bay offers a busier atmosphere centered around marinas, nightlife, restaurants, and beach bars. Pelican Key feels quieter and more residential, with more elevated ocean views and villa privacy while still remaining very close to Simpson Bay’s beaches, dining, and nightlife.
Beacon Hill feels more dramatic and closely tied to Maho Beach and the island’s nightlife scene. Pelican Key offers a calmer residential setting with easier walkability and a more balanced day-to-day atmosphere near Simpson Bay.
Popular experiences include yacht charters, watersports, beach clubs, dining in Simpson Bay, nightlife, shopping, snorkeling excursions, and day trips to Anguilla or St Barts. Your Concierge can arrange personalized experiences throughout the island.
Pelican Key offers convenient access to some of Sint Maarten’s best restaurants, including waterfront dining, Caribbean cuisine, international restaurants, beach bars, and fresh seafood throughout Simpson Bay and nearby areas. Private chef service can also be arranged directly at your villa.
December through April offers the driest weather and best conditions for boating, beach days, and outdoor dining. Summer and early fall can also offer excellent value with warmer temperatures and fewer crowds.
Pelican Key combines panoramic Caribbean scenery, relaxed residential living, and convenient access to the best of Sint Maarten into one of the island’s most comfortable villa settings.
Rental Escapes connects you with curated Pelican Key St Martin villas designed for oceanview relaxation, outdoor living, and immersive Caribbean stays.
Your Villa Specialist will help you find the right property, while your Concierge coordinates every detail, from restaurant reservations and yacht charters to private tours and customized island experiences.
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