My husband and I just had our three daughters and their husbands and kids down to our favorite island, and our favorite villa, for my husband's birthday. While "only" one daughter, her husband, and her three kids stayed with us at the villa, the rest were often there for meals and lazy afternoons. We're used to having the whole place to ourselves, but were delighted to find that there were plenty of nooks for each adult to nap or read in the quiet times of the afternoon - when they weren't the one on duty watching the kids in the pool; plenty of room and equipment in the kitchen for all three daughters to prepare meals and yummy frozen drinks. The newest bedroom (with the king size bed), while having a completely different feel from the master bedroom suite we had been using, is fantastic and provided an excellent sanctuary for a second couple!

This was our 25th year coming to the island, and our 5th to this villa, and we're already looking forward to our next visit - only 10 months away! And probably "just" the two of us.

Trish T. January 2010

Dear Jennifer,
You have created a beautiful environment! Very spacious, peaceful and comfortable.
Everything went very smoothly and we had a relaxing and fantastic time!

Anthony, Alexis and Stephanie could not have been more friendly and accommodating.

Overall, I am grateful  for all you have done every step along the way to make our stay at La Recompense a most memorable one!

A.C.  December '08

After vacationing in St. Barts for 10 years we finally found our perfect villa. Next season will be our 4th stay at villa Bellevue (now La Recompense) . Its private, spacious and tropical setting is truly a vacation paradise. The villa comes fully equipped with everything you need for an enjoyable and comfortable stay. The owners, John and Jennifer Wayne, are always available to make your vacation as pleasurable as possible. We’re counting the days until we return.

Donna & Geoff Wiegman Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Villa Belle Vue(now La Recompense)is a spectacular hide-away with postcard ocean and mountain views! We thought we were in paradise with the lush tropical landscaping and tasteful island decor. The villa has all the amenities of home, and makes you want to come back time and time again ! "

David and Donna, North Carolina