Blue Pelican — Luxury Garden Villa in Pelican Key
One-bedroom villa with garden pool in an upscale gated neighborhood above Simpson Bay.
Why Go
Pelican Key rises above Simpson Bay like a private balcony over the Caribbean, and Blue Pelican Vacation Rental occupies a spacious one-bedroom villa within this upscale gated neighborhood. The interior garden and pool create a private oasis that feels remote from the island's bustle while sitting minutes from the beach, restaurants, and nightlife below.
The Experience
The one-bedroom villa format provides more space than most hotel suites at a comparable price point: a full kitchen, separate living area, and outdoor access to the property's garden and pool. The gated Pelican Key community ensures quiet evenings and secure parking. The interior garden — the property's signature feature — creates a lush tropical enclosure where the pool sits among flowering plants and palm trees, screened from neighbors by vegetation rather than concrete walls. Juliette's Bistro operates nearby on Billy Folly Road for French-Caribbean dining that matches Pelican Key's upscale character. The Red Piano SXM provides entertainment. Shipwreck Shop handles marine-themed shopping. Simpson Bay's beach, restaurants, and marina are a short drive downhill, providing the nightlife and dining variety that Pelican Key's residential setting doesn't offer on its own.
What to Try
Swim in the garden pool during the morning when the tropical plants catch dew and the light filters through the canopy. Dine at Juliette's Bistro for French-Caribbean cuisine without leaving the neighborhood. Drive down to Simpson Bay Beach for afternoon swimming and sunset.
Insider Tip
Pelican Key's elevated position means consistent mobile signal strength and WiFi reliability that sea-level Simpson Bay properties struggle with. For remote workers combining vacation with productivity, Blue Pelican's hilltop gated setting provides the connectivity that beachfront units often lack.
The Practical Stuff
Located on Billy Folly Road, Pelican Key, Simpson Bay, Dutch side. Premium pricing ($$$). One-bedroom luxury villa with garden pool. Gated community with secure access. Kitchen, AC, TV. Near French-Caribbean restaurants. Simpson Bay Beach 5 minutes. Airport approximately 10 minutes.
Pair It With
- Juliette's Bistro — French-Caribbean restaurant in the Pelican Key neighborhood
- Shipwreck Shop — Marine-themed shopping near the Pelican Key area