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St. Thomas Retreat With Stunning Hilltop Views of Magens Bay

From: Lagnappe Custom Interiors

Perched on Peterborg Point and abandoned for years, this vacation home was reimagined as a gracious modern beauty that embraces its inhabitants with modern simplicity and transporting natural beauty. Clean finishes and vibrant, oceanic colors channel the spirit of the Virgin Islands at every turn.

Infinity Pool With Flamingo Float

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Waterfront Infinity Pool With Flamingo Float

The patio's infinity pool appears to empty into Magens Bay and there's plenty of space for lounging as well as swimming.

Patio and Infinity Pool

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Waterfront Patio and Infinity Pool

St. Thomas's Magens Bay is laid out beneath the home's scenic patio. Its infinity pool comes with a sun shelf; bring your own parasol-topped cocktail.

Tropical Outdoor Dining Table

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Tropical Outdoor Dining Table and Patio

There's a dining table indoors at the home, and one outdoors in the shade. The white patio extends out to a crystal blue infinity pool.

Great Room With Paneled Ceiling

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Transitional Great Room With Paneled Ceiling

The kitchen, living and dining areas are all connected, designed for the family and their guests to gather together. Sliding glass doors run the length of the open plan space, inviting an indoor outdoor flow.

Living Room With Bay View

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Coastal Living Room With Bay View

The open floor plan houses the living, kitchen, and dining area, making these the heart of the home. Large sliding glass doors lead out to magical views of the St. Thomas.

Blue Coastal Open Plan Kitchen

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Blue Coastal Open Plan Kitchen With Wood Ceiling

The gourmet kitchen features a sparkling stained glass backsplash and a large center island with quartz countertops and seating for six.

Dining Room With Blue Bowls

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Tropical Dining Room With Blue Bowls

The Caribbean's inspiration extends even to the dishes and meals are accompanied by the most magical waterfront vistas.

Stairs With Jellyfish Light

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Coastal Stairwell With Jellyfish Light

A sparkling light fixture in the stairwell takes on jellyfish form. The artwork adds to the ocean-inspired mood.

Bedroom With White Canopy Bed

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White Tropical Bedroom With Canopy Bed

The simple, white canopy bed is a breath of fresh air in this bedroom. Corner windows welcome in wonderful views and a lovely inlay dresser is an elegant storage piece.

Contemporary Bathroom With Chevron Wall

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Contemporary Primary Bathroom With Chevron Wall

In the sophisticated primary bathroom, the eye is drawn to an accent wall of subtle chevron stripes in pale green. Round mirrors and a chandelier are lovely touches of softness.

Tropical Bathroom With Bay View

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Tropical Spa Bathroom With Bay View

The luxurious soaking tub in the primary bathroom sits right in front of unbelievable ocean views. Textured tiles are a handsome backsplash. Wood mirrors and a chandelier bring in welcome warmth.

Tub and Wood Chandelier

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Tropical Bathroom With Wood Chandelier

Worries? What worries? This gorgeous bathroom and its luxe tub restore and rejuvenate. Views are endless and textures are perfectly layered.

Tropical Bedroom With Canopy Bed

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Neutral Tropical Bedroom With Canopy Bed

A slim-lined, wood canopy bed sets a noble tone in this bedroom. Its large corner window lets in peeks of ocean blue.

Bedroom With Bay View

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Neutral Transitional Bedroom With Bay View

A wall-sized window lets beautiful views of St. Thomas's Magens Bay into this bedroom. The connection between indoors and out was a major motivation in the home's design.

White Bathroom With Striped Niche

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White Bathroom With Striped Shower Niche

White tiles cover the walls of this attractive bathroom. Designers layered visual interest in via pattern: chevron stripes in the shower niche and a mosaic tile floor.

Bedroom With Palm Leaf

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Transitional Bedroom With Palm Leaf

Capturing stunning views, the primary bedroom and bathroom were outfitted with comfort and relaxation in mind. The water's dreamy blue is picked up by artwork and other tasteful accents.

Bathroom With Two Round Mirrors

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White Bathroom With Two Round Mirrors

The entire design plan worked around making the most of the gorgeous location. Even in the bathrooms, windows show off amazing views.

Coastal Bedroom With Leaf

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Coastal Bedroom With Wood Bed

Some of the year, the house is used as a vacation rental; other times, it's a welcoming retreat for the large family. This bedroom feels a touch tropical with the bed's rich wood tones and pops of Caribbean blue.

Blue Tiled Bathroom

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Blue Bathroom With Tile Walls

This bathroom's blue tiled walls evoke the serene color of the nearby Caribbean.

Bedroom With Striped Headboard

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Coastal Bedroom With Striped Headboard

The aesthetic in this bedroom, and in the house overall, is cozy with an organic island vibe. Curtains and the rug bring in the ocean's blue and the headboard features fun stripes.

Waterfront Patio

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Waterfront Patio and Pool

The views don't quit at the home's outdoor living space, designed for the large family to be able to meet and connect as well as entertain.

Waterfront Balcony

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Waterfront Balcony With Metal Railing

The patio's thin metal railing provides safety, but also plenty of open views.

Modern Exterior and Jeeps

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Modern Exterior and Bay View

This Caribbean vacation home sits beside Magens Bay in St. Thomas. It was obliterated by Hurricanes Irma and Maria, but rebuilt into this modern but cozy family retreat.

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