Cannonball Bay

If this beautiful villa were any closer to the crystal-clear waters of the ocean, it would be floating. It's just a few steps through the pretty gardens down to the soft sands. This place is all about taking it easy and that's exactly what you'll be doing as you pad out to the deck each morning for a swim in the private pool, find yourself a sun lounger and read until your cook calls you for lunch. Inside, the villa has a traditional West Indian coastal home feel, with white and pale grey tones and a subtle nautical theme. All of the bedrooms are of a good size and each has its own en-suite – two even open straight to the pool deck. Indoor-outdoor living is all the easier thanks to the large covered terrace at the rear, where your group can enjoy pre-dinner drinks and a few games of pool. The toughest choice you're likely to make all day is whether to eat on the terrace or under the pergola in the garden – it's the best spot for taking in those ocean views.

Home truths:
*This home comes with a housekeeper and a cook who will provide two consecutive meals per day – the staff have a day off on Fridays
*Three of the bedrooms have beds that can either be made up as super kings or as a set of twins
*Watersports can be arranged on request – ask the host
*Bedrooms two and three have direct access to the pool area and are interconnecting via the bathroom – they could be a good option for parents and children