Spectacular open air design with 48’ infinity pool overlooking the Pitons and Caribbean Sea. A breathtaking setting for vacations, reunions, celebrations, small weddings. Panoramic views, two more plunge pools, concierge, friendly staff, sustainable luxury. Offering both space and intimacy for 12-14 guests, increasing to 16 with the addition of The Lodge at Cosmos St Lucia. Additional services: private dining, spa treatments, private driver. 10 mins to Soufriere, beaches and activities. Stunning modernist architecture sets Cosmos apart. Designed for open air living, the indoor and outdoor blends seamlessly in this magical place where mountain, sea and sky meet. Enjoy hummingbirds feeding, lizards darting among rocks, the sunset song of tiny tree frogs and a canopy of stars that seems close enough to touch, untainted by light pollution. In the vicinity are rainforests, hot springs, botanical gardens, glistening seas, beaches and protected coral reefs. Prices are for The Villa's six bedrooms sleeping 12 guests. Two more guests (most suited to older children) may be added on single beds in two of the bedrooms, increasing Villa capacity to 14. The Lodge at Cosmos St Lucia (see separate listing) sits 100’ from The Villa in a private corner of the property. It can be rented together with the Villa, sleeping 2 more, allowing for a maximum of 16 guests in total on the property. The Lodge may be rented to others if not required. Homemade continental breakfast is included (the banana muffins are legendary); picnics, lunch, dinner and special Celebration menus are available at an additional fee. Our menus focus on locally sourced, seasonal produce; guests describe meals as both delicious and healthy. At the heart of Cosmos is The Cantilever, a unique sustainable wood structure that hovers 500’ above the hillside. Pointing due west to the sea and sunset, this central space features sofa seating, a dining area for 12 (that can be extended) and a self-serve guest bar with its own fridge, freezer, coffee and tea-making facilities, ice maker, juicer and blender. The water supply throughout the house is filtered. To the rear is a restaurant-style cook’s kitchen with the capacity to cater for parties up to 25 people. Beyond The Cantilever are terraces with panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, and the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Piton mountains. Enjoy the 48’ ozone infinity pool and a solar heated stone plunge pool, outdoor shower, outdoor kitchen, al-fresco eating area and the open-air Pavilion lounge. The scale and layout suits multigenerational families and friendship groups; the terrace guard rails require strict supervision for toddlers. BEDROOMS Stargaze from your bed thanks to all bedrooms having one wall open to the view and full height teak louvered doors. All bedrooms have an ensuite bathroom with shower, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito nets, dressing area, wardrobe storage areas, desk. Bedroom 1, Master: four-poster king bed with view of the sea and Pitons. The ensuite bathroom with shower opens directly into a tranquility garden. There is an underwater pool porthole in one wall, the only glass in the property. Bedroom 2: twin beds that can be made up as king, view of the sea and Pitons. Bedroom 3: twin beds that can be made up as king, view of the sea and gardens. Bedroom 4: four-poster king bed, view of the sea and gardens. On the lower level of The Villa are two Garden Studios and a plunge pool, with dual access via the main bedroom level and also via garden steps from the property entrance. Both these bedrooms have an ensuite bathroom with shower, air conditioning, ceiling fan, mosquito net, breakfast bar, dressing area, wardrobe storage areas, desk, view of the gardens with the sea beyond, additional daybed (increasing each room’s capacity to 3). Bedroom 5, Garden Studio West: four poster queen bed, single day bed, view of the gardens with the sea beyond Bedroom 6, Garden Studio East: twin beds that can be made up as a king, single day bed, view of the gardens with the sea beyond Daily housekeeping is included. ECO LUXURY The experience at Cosmos is only sustainable by being mindful of the environmental footprint on this beautiful island. Cosmos is naturally cooled by northern trade winds, so while ceiling fans feature in all the bedrooms and air con is available in The Villa bedrooms for the hottest season, it is not intended for constant use. As with all things in life, sustainable luxury is about striking a new balance. This is just one aspect of how we tread a lighter footprint at Cosmos - see the eco luxury blog post on our website for more. CELEBRATIONS We regularly host intimate events marking life's milestones, such as small weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, for up to 25 guests. In addition to our full time housekeeping, grounds staff and transport providers, we collaborate with a variety of guest chefs, local musicians, floral designers and event planners to make your celebration truly spectacular. SERVICES AT EXTRA COST Celebrations Indulgence arrival package for special occasions Welcome Shop Private Dining including Celebrations Menus In-house Spa Treatments Activities and excursions Private Driver Wedding planning See our website for further information on additional services and blog posts. BEACHES Half a mile away are Anse Chastanet and Anse Mamin Beaches. Reserve lounge chairs on the beach, take a picnic or enjoy the hotel bars and restaurants. Don’t miss the best fresh fish burgers at the Jungle Grill at Anse Mamin. The famous reef off Anse Chastanet is easily accessible from the shore, and has been buoyed off for snorkeling. There is a vast variety of corals and sea life including sea turtles, parrotfish, trumpet fish, needlefish, sergeant majors and many more. Join the locals at Hummingbird Beach Park in Soufrière, dotted with bars, gift shops and food shacks, just 10 mins away. There are Scuba operations at both these locations. Paradise Beach, at the foot of the Petit Piton 15 mins away, has excellent snorkeling and watersports, a cocktail bar and serves casual meals on their open-air terrace. Both the the vegetarian and fish rotis are recommended. Take a short water taxi from Soufriere town to Sugar Beach, a five star retreat with multiple restaurants, shops and a white sand beach with an excellent snorkeling area. There is a charming souvenir market and locals making food on the public beach beside the hotel. Villa guests have exclusive use of the Villa, Pavilion lounge, terraces, grounds and pools with the exception of the Lodge which may be rented to others if not required. The Lodge, available at an additional cost, sleeps two guests and enjoys a completely private location on the property; it does not overlook, nor is it overlooked by The Villa. Unsurprisingly, many guests book The Lodge as a honeymoon suite. Parking for two cars at the Villa and one car at the Lodge. The villa has a resident manager, Shermika, who oversees a team of five staff. From your arrival to departure Shermika is on hand to address any queries or requests. Cosmos St Lucia is positioned high on a hillside overlooking the Pitons and Caribbean Sea. The property is located towards the end of a no-through-road, where there are a few other private residencies. There are tracks for short hikes directly from the property. The road is most suited to four-wheel drive vehicles. There is excellent snorkeling at 3 of the 4 local beaches, detailed above. Soufriere, the old French capital, is half a mile from Cosmos. You'll find a local market, shops and many local activities are available. There are excellent hiking spots in the rainforest where birdwatching is plentiful, on the Tête Paul Nature Trail or climb the Gros Piton where a guide is mandatory. Explore a live volcano caldera above Soufriere town with hot springs and hot water falls in the surrounding rainforest. Make the most of this beautiful island by exploring major attractions within 10-30 mins drive: Beaches, Volcano, Sulphur Springs, Botanical Gardens, Toraille Waterfall, Piton Falls, Gros Piton, Petit Piton, Tet Paul Nature Trail. There are also a variety of excellent restaurants within a short drive. See our Guide for recommendations. Book our private driver to safely nagivate the island roads and learn local history, or hire a 4 wheel drive car. Boat tours are available. Water taxis available in town and from Anse Chastanet beach - please enquire. Cosmos St Lucia is privately owned and managed by the owner Anastasia, reflected in the personal touches throughout. Upon arrival you will be looked after by Shermika, our trusted House Manager who lives on site in a separate private treehouse cottage. She leads a team of five staff and is the guests’ principle point of contact. Prior to your arrival we will share a checklist for you to specify your requirements for food, drink and spa treatments on the first few days of your vacation. We will also share our Welcome Guide. Credit cards and cash are accepted and there is a 15% surcharge added to all accommodation and meals to cover local taxes. Please see our website reservations page for our full terms and conditions. Car rental is available from a number of agencies, four-wheel drive is recommended. Please enquire If you’d prefer to hire a private driver. Bring your own yoga mats, snorkel gear and pool fun toys. Old swimwear is most suited for the highly recommended local Sulphur Springs mudbath experience. Cosmos has WIFI connectivity throughout the property at average download speeds of 200 MB per second pending the number of guests online simultaneously. Bluetooth speakers are available on request and in the Pavilion Lounge there is wide screen TV. Follow @cosmosstlucia