White Sands Retreat (aka “Bowie Place”) is a private 2 bedroom 1 bathroom home just 75 yards from Simpson Bay Beach on Dutch Sint Maarten. Located in a gated neighborhood of other private homes where your privacy is assured. It can be rented as one bedroom (up to 2 guests) or as two bedrooms (2 to 4 guests). Rates are adjusted for NUMBER OF BEDROOMS requested. You are renting the exclusive and private use of the entire property.
COVID-19 update - The property is cleaned and disinfected each week and between guest arrivals and departures. Complementary disinfecting wipes are supplied for your use as needed. As you are staying is a private single family home you are safe distanced from others not in your personal rental group. There are NO common walkways, stairs, parking or group area that you will share. This is NOT a condo, resort or time share project.
The spacious cottage is equipped with modern appliances. All stays INCLUDE free on-site WiFi and internet access. The property features a one minute walk to the beautiful two mile long pristine Simpson Bay beach, off street parking and an local caretaker. This spectacular beach has no ocean undertow, gentle waves for swimming and soft pearl white sand. You can walk the entire length of our beach and visit the small beach cafes and restaurants.
You can stay in or go out and enjoy all the island activities that are nearby like world class restaurants, night clubs, beach bars and casinos.
You are booking directly with the owner, so our rates are extremely low for beach side accommodations. If requesting stay for more than 3 guests (two bedrooms) the forth guest is FREE (you must request a rate quote at time of booking to get the discount.)
Accommodation details:
Two private bedrooms with queen size beds and choice of firm or plush mattress. Each bright and airy bedroom has individual controlled air conditioning, dresser with mirror, closet, personal room safe and share a full bath with large walk-in shower. Both are supplied with fresh towels and all linens.
There is an air conditioned full size living room with Satellite TV, DVD/ Blue Ray player, movie selections and stereo. The dinning room seats six at a casual round table with tropical inspired designer place settings.
The kitchen has granite countertops and a full size gas range & oven, microwave, dishwasher and full size refrigerator with automatic ice maker. There is a full supply of pots & pans, designer plates, glasses, tableware, cooking utensils, as well as toaster, blender and drip coffee maker.
The back deck is partially covered and has an additional table and chairs. For the outdoor chief there is a stainless steel two burner Webber gas BBQ grill. The front porch is a great place to sip your morning coffee or enjoy your end of day cocktail.
Comodidades da propriedade
Praia
Na praia
Espreguiçadeiras
Toalhas de praia
Internet
Disponível na casa: Wi-Fi grátis
Estacionamento e transporte
É recomendado ter carro
Estacionamento no local
Cozinha
Chaleira elétrica
Cooktop
Forno
Geladeira
Lava-louças
Liquidificador
Máquina de café/chá
Máquina de gelo
Micro-ondas
Panelas, louças e utensílios de cozinha
Toalhas de papel
Torradeira
Opções para refeição
Mesa de refeição
Quartos
2 quartos
Roupas de cama fornecidas
Banheiro
1 banheiro
Chuveiro
Papel higiênico
Sabonete
Secador de cabelo
Toalhas fornecidas
Espaços comuns
Mesa de refeição
Sala de estar
Entretenimento
Aparelho de som
DVD player
Jogos
Livros
TV com canais a cabo/via satélite
Videoteca
Áreas externas
Churrasqueira
Jardim
Móveis para área externa
Pátio
Pátio cercado
Itens de lavanderia
Instalações de lavanderia
Máquina de lavar
Conforto
Ar-condicionado
Animais de estimação
Não aceita animais de estimação
Acessibilidade
Se você tiver solicitações específicas de acessibilidade, fale com a equipe da propriedade usando as informações contidas na confirmação da reserva.
Sem elevador (propriedade com apenas um andar)
Não é permitido fumar nesta propriedade
Serviços e conveniências
Cofre
Ferro e tábua de passar roupa
Serviço de arrumação de quartos limitado
Destaques do local
Perto da marina
Perto de um hospital
Perto de um salão de beleza/spa
Perto de um zoológico
Perto do mar
Atividades
Cassino nas proximidades
Motonáutica nas proximidades
Observação de pássaros nas proximidades
Passeios a cavalo nas proximidades
Passeios de bicicleta nas proximidades
Passeios de caiaque nas proximidades
Passeios de jet ski nas proximidades
Passeios ecológicos nas proximidades
Passeios na natureza nas proximidades
Pescaria nas proximidades
Prática de golfe nas proximidades
Prática de mergulho autônomo nas proximidades
Prática de mergulho livre (com snorkel) nas proximidades
Prática de natação nas proximidades
Prática de parasail nas proximidades
Prática de vela nas proximidades
Prática de windsurfe nas proximidades
Trilhas para caminhada/ciclismo nas proximidades
Recursos de segurança
Propriedade sem detector de monóxido de carbono, mas com aparelhos a gás, conforme indicado pelo anfitrião (sugestão: levar um detector portátil)
Propriedade com detector de fumaça, conforme indicado pelo anfitrião
Você vai receber um e-mail do anfitrião com as instruções para o check-in e check-out.
A informação fornecida pela propriedade pode ser traduzida com ferramentas automáticas de tradução.
Regras da propriedade
Rental rate is based upon number of bedrooms rented not just the number of guests. If 2 adults rent as 2 bedrooms there will be an 2nd bedroom add on.
If rented at 1 bedroom rate the 2nd bedroom is locked out. You are renting the exclusive use of the property. The 2nd bedroom is not rented to anyone.
Animais de estimação
Animais de estimação não são aceitos
Crianças e camas extras
Crianças são bem-vindas
Eventos
Não permite a realização de eventos
Política para fumantes
Não é permitido fumar
Informações importantes
O que você precisa saber
Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
Solicitações especiais estão sujeitas à disponibilidade no momento do check-in e podem incorrer em taxas adicionais. Essas solicitações não estão garantidas.
Festas ou eventos de grupos no local são estritamente proibidos
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade não tem detectores de monóxido de carbono, mas tem aparelhos a gás. Leve um detector portátil com você na viagem.
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade tem detector de fumaça.
Os recursos de segurança disponíveis na propriedade incluem extintor de incêndio e trava de segurança.
Esta propriedade é gerenciada por meio da Vrbo, um de nossos parceiros. Você vai receber um e-mail da Vrbo com um link para uma conta, onde pode alterar ou cancelar a sua reserva.
Importante
É recomendada a utilização de um carro para o transporte de/para a propriedade
Informações a área
Em Simpson Bay, esta casa de temporada fica na praia. Para admirar as belezas naturais, visite Maho Beach e Mullet Bay Beach. Divirta-se com atividades aquáticas nas proximidades, como passeios de jet ski e passeios de caiaque ou aventure-se com caminhadas e passeios a cavalo. Confira nosso guia de viagem sobre Simpson Bay.
Aeroporto Internacional Princess Juliana (SXM) - 9 min de carro
Restaurantes
D’s Beach Bar Grill
3 min de caminhada
Salt Restaurant Bar
8 min de caminhada
Sandbar Sxm
9 min de caminhada
Le Bistro by bacchus
4 min de carro
Casa Vegan
12 min de caminhada
Perguntas frequentes
White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill é ideal para quem viaja com animais de estimação?
Não, animais de estimação não são permitidos nesta propriedade.
Quanto custa o estacionamento em White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill?
Estacionamento no local disponível na propriedade.
Qual é o horário de check-in em White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill?
Horário de início do check-in: 15h.
Qual é o horário de check-out em White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill?
Horário de check-out: 10h.
Onde fica White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill?
Na praia, esta casa de temporada em Simpson Bay fica a 10 minutos a pé de Praia de Simpson Bay e Maho Beach. Praia de Burgeaux Bay e Baía Maho também ficam a 10 minutos.
Avaliações sobre White Sands Retreat - Beachside at Beacon Hill
Avaliações
Maravilhosa
Todas as avaliações exibidas descrevem experiências reais de hóspedes. Apenas viajantes que reservaram uma estadia pela nossa plataforma podem enviar uma avaliação. Verificamos as avaliações de acordo com as nossas diretrizes e publicamos todas elas, sejam positivas ou negativas.
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, comodidades, condições e instalações da propriedade e comunicação
Air con worked as did the blow fans. The kitchen had a lot of utensils, pans etc but would have liked a kettle. Everything else was quite frankly excellent. A relaxed stay at a pretty cool part of Sint Maarten
Ronan
Hospedou-se por 10 diárias em dez. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Brad H.
15 de jan. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
We've stayed at White Sands Retreat twice. It's in a perfect location for us. Access to Simpson Bay beach is on the less used side so it feels more casual and personable. Check-in is easy. We have everything we need for us and our daughter, including beach chairs and an umbrella. We could stay in and cook a few times, as we do. Air Con works just fine. It's very comfortable for a couple and an adult daughter. Not posh, butwe're not fancy people.
Brad H.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jan. de 2026
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Monty A.
25 de abr. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Perfect Stay
For us, this property was perfectly located & great for what we needed. Fast walk to a beach & wonderful beach restaurant, easy drives to other beaches & restaurants, beach equip, etc. property manager was so responsive & nice, as was the owner. We would stay there again.
Monty A.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em abr. de 2025
Verificada
8/10 - Boa
Gale W.
18 de abr. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
do it again
This property fits our needs perfectly
Gale W.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em abr. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Ashley J.
15 de mar. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Bowie Place
We had an amazing time! We will definitely be back again. LOVED being about to grill and cone and go easily. Plane watching was so fun at D’s bar
Ashley J.
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em mar. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Leona W.
3 de abr. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Bowie Place
We enjoyed our stay. We really appreciated the extras like the barbeque, beach chairs, etc. We had an issue with the internet but the owner was right on it. The location and beach were great.
Leona W.
Hospedou-se por 11 diárias em mar. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Pamela R.
15 de jan. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great Time
Gary is a great host, all the comforts of home. This is our 2nd stay at Bowie Place, wouldn't consider staying anywhere else. Great location, clean, comfortable, well equipped and spacious.
Pamela R.
Hospedou-se por 35 diárias em dez. de 2023
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Manuel
24 de fev. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, comodidades, condições e instalações da propriedade e comunicação
El lugar es inigualable, tranquilo y cerca de la playa. Es espectacular la propiedad, cómoda y acogedora. Se siente como en casa y dan ganas de cuidarla.
Manuel
Hospedou-se por 8 diárias em fev. de 2024
Verificada
8/10 - Boa
Chao-Hsin
25 de abr. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, comodidades, condições e instalações da propriedade e comunicação
Five minutes walk to the beach. Nice little house.
Chao-Hsin
Hospedou-se por 14 diárias em abr. de 2024
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Brad H.
25 de mar. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Bowie Place Beacon Hill
The house was the right size for us. Plenty of room for three people. Location on Beacon Hill is fantastic for walking to Maho to see the landings, but also Simpson Bay beach access is no more than 150 feet. Gary provided chairs and umbrellas for the beach, also a small cooler. We were temporary locals and close to D's, which is a good beach bar.The whole thing was perfect for our needs, including off-street parking.
Brad H.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em mar. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Tanya V.
26 de nov. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Excellent vacation
It was beautiful time. Everything was grate. Definitely we would like come back to Gary's place next year. Thank you Gary!
Tanya V.
Hospedou-se por 18 diárias em nov. de 2023
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Jack T.
13 de fev. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Another Great 8 Night Stay!
As always "The Bowie House" was a great vacation. Lowest price and just 50 yards to a beautiful beach! What more could you want.
Oh, there's a small boutique hotel next door that will let you use their chaise lounges / umbrellas all day if you buy drinks or Lunch from them!
What more could you ask for!
Jack T.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jan. de 2024
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Doug W.
17 de mar. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great location for a beach vacation
Good value for the money. Near the airport but the planes are quiet over night. Great beach in walking distance. If you are looking for a quiet get away from the party atmosphere of Sint Maarten this it. The property is a bit dated but quite livable. Lots of space. Good AC.
Doug W.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em fev. de 2024
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Leanna K.
2 de nov. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great stay
We would stay here again if we were to return. We loved the location, enjoyed watching the planes landing and taking off from the front porch, not a noise problem. The property had everything one needed for our stay, washing machine was a bonus as was having everything one needed for the beach. Communication with the owner was great. Walking distance to the Maho Beach area was great, close to bars, restaurants and shopping. We have not a bad word to say about this stay. I hope he will also give us a good review as renters! Thank you Gary
Leanna K.
Hospedou-se por 14 diárias em out. de 2024
Verificada
8/10 - Boa
John K.
10 de mar. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great beach access
Modest home-but friendly neighborhood with wonderful beach access. Would have liked to have lock box code earlier to avoid problems with phone.
John K.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em mar. de 2023
Verificada
8/10 - Boa
Gale W.
1 de abr. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
We will do it again
We really enjoyed our stay It was nice to have a place of our own. Don't expect a luxuries home. It is a older home and well lived in. Comfortable. We were a litte disappointed that the beach bar near took over the whole beach. We will still comeback to here. By the way, no hot tub.
Gale W.
Hospedou-se por 21 diárias em mar. de 2024
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Jennifer D.
8 de mar. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Great location near beach
We were very happy with our stay. The house was steps away from the beach at Simpson Bay. This was a wonderful sandy beach with warm blue water. As you step onto the beach you find D's Beach Bar where there were always beach chairs available and you can rent umbrellas or cabanas. The house is located in Beacon Hill and is only about a 15 minute walk to the famous Maho Beach where the planes fly over and the surrounding restaurants, bars, and grocery store. The house was exactly as described, clean, spacious and had everything you could need for your stay. The owner had great communication right from the start and provided all the information we needed. I also contacted the local contact twice by WhatsApp while we were there and he was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Jennifer D.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em fev. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Paul A.
9 de fev. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Perfectly equipped house
We have stayed at many VRBOs and this was the best equipped. From beach chairs, towels and umbrella to kitchen supplies including coffee filters, cooking oil and plastic wrap. Ice maker in the freezer. Loved having morning coffee on the back deck and evening cocktails on the front porch. Didn’t even mind the noise from the airport (actually enjoyed it haha). A/C was wonderful and worked very quickly. Short walk to beach and D’s beach bar which is great. I would recommend a shower caddy and a smart tv. Communication with host was good. Information binder was very useful.
Paul A.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em fev. de 2025
Verificada
6/10 - Razoável
Amanda S.
31 de jan. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Check-in e comunicação
Pontos negativos: Limpeza e precisão do anúncio
Bowie Place
Stayed for a week at Bowie Place- Check in was a breeze, and location was wonderful! ( though if you’re looking for quiet, note this is RIGHT NEXT TO THE AIRPORT.) however it is within walking distance to popular spots such as Maho, sunset beach bar, and a secluded little beach with Dinghy’s Bar ( excellent food and daily happy hour!)The downside to this property- the listing states that there is a hot tub and spa ( this was not true) we also had an issue with the cleanliness of the place. Upon arrival we had to go to the store to buy cleaning supplies, toilet paper and paper towels. The towels left in the house were very “Crunchy” and required washing.Overall our stay was great- the island is beautiful. And I would highly recommend Spices of India in Maho!
Amanda S.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jan. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Tracy V.
9 de out. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Best kept secret on Simpson Bay Beach
What a perfect place to stay. Bowie's place was within a 5 minute walk to the pristine beach on Simpson Bay, and walking distance to Maho Market, Sunset Beach bar, the Boat bar (to just name a few), even 2 casinos should you so choose. The house was the perfect size for the 3 of us, with all the amenities needed to allow us to cook and manage our vacation like being at home (coffee pot, French press, blender, microwave, toaster oven, washing machine and more!). It was easy to get checked in, and any questions I had were answered promptly by the owner and grounds keeper. There were safes in both rooms allowing us to keep everything secure, and the gated property kept our rental car safe as well. The air units managed our evenings with lovely cool air in a short amount of time. It was truly a perfect place for our family. Thank you Gary and Neal.
Tracy V.
Hospedou-se por 10 diárias em set. de 2023
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Ron L.
7 de dez. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
We had a great 2 weeks. The gardener, Ronnie, let us at the gate and carried our luggage in. We locked ourselves out the next morning while having coffee on the back deckWe did not have any contact info with us other than the host. Between him, the neighbors and the gardiner, we got ahold of Julia and she came and let us in.If you plan on exploring the island you should have a car. We rented from Kenny's and it couldn't have been better. They meet you at the airport with the car and they meet you at the airport when you leave. They are just super people. When we go back in February, we are not going to rent a car. We have seen most of the island. In my opinion, there is no better beach than Simpson Bay and you are probably 100 yards away.To be clear, you are not on the beach. You have to go out the front gate and walk down the street and then turn in by Dee's beach bar. You can use their chairs for free but to be fair you should buy something from them. They are all super people and they never push you to buy. As for the property, this is an older vacation home.Where I come from we would be called a cottage. It is as Gary describes it. One of the nice touches is the Weber BBQ on the back deck. If you want to cook the kitchen is well equipped.We usually had coffee out there in the morning and drinks in the evening on the front porch.
Ron L.
Hospedou-se por 14 diárias em nov. de 2025
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Mark O.
3 de abr. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Charming Perfectly Located Bowie's Place
What a fantastic choice ! For starters it was a pleasure communicating with Gary from 'consideration to commitment'. It didn't take long for us to make the decision especially with specific needs we had concerning a friend who may or may not have been able to join us. His recommendations were on point starting with AAA car rental. We loved the location, very easy to find and within walking distance to a private quiet beach that made for beautiful photos and quiet evenings. We felt safe walking even on late nights and early mornings before sunrise. Oh and the neighbors were also pleasant ! Also within walking to eat and the Maho beach experience.
Upon arriving, we knew we were going to love it ! The name says it all. Our dog and best friend is Bowie and that drew us in also. The home had everything we needed and more. The AC worked fantastic ! So much so, we kept it very low in the common area and I can't say enough about having individual air units in each bedrooms ! Our best friend loves to freeze but we like to acclimate to the average air temp. Coming from the US and needing to travel as light as possible to bring our dive gear, it was nice to have all the beach necessities available like coolers, pool/beach toys, chairs, etc. I LOVED watching the planes take off during the day, but night times were very quiet. We have a friend of many years who lives in Philipsburg that we hope to visit again and we would love to come back and stay at Bowie's Place if he'll have us ~
Mark O.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em mar. de 2023
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Jeffrey M.
2 de fev. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Host was welcoming and easy to work with. Good details prior to stay. Everything was in good order.
Jeffrey M.
Hospedou-se por 14 diárias em jan. de 2026
Verificada
6/10 - Razoável
Debbie M.
6 de dez. de 2022
Pontos positivos: Localização e precisão do anúncio
Pontos negativos: Check-in e comunicação
Bowie Getaway
We enjoyed our stay immensely, the BBQ was a treat for condo tenants. The beach was close by and so much calmer than our normal beach retreats. We found everything we needed and close to the Maho area. We also used your recommendation for the rental car, no problems. We did find extra effort with the door locks so hope all was closed when we left!
Deb
Debbie M.
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em nov. de 2022
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
John I.
3 de mar. de 2022
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Nice roomy older house near Simpson Bay.
Enjoyed staying. Place was clean, roomy, had all kitchen and home amenities. Appreciated the coolers, beach chairs, and umbrella. There were many windows that could be opened for air. We walked all of Simpson Bay each morning. The bay is a 100 yards to the beach. The planes are extremely noisy during the day but didn't bother our sleeping. I'd stay there again for this price point. A lot of room.