Sophistication In St. Barthelemy - Le Toiny, are self contained villa suites. The architecture of Le Toiny has been influenced by the old plantation houses found in the French West Indian islands of Guadeloupe and Martinique. http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Barthelemy/letoinyhotel/hotel/1497/32/ en-us Copyright 1998 e-TravelMedia.com/CaribbeanMag.com Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:09:30 EST Pastel hues typical of the Caribbean pale lavender, mint and peach -comprise the color scheme of the cottage exteriors. In creating the interiors, designers Anne Nguyen and Beatrice David have used native gaļac wood (the rare Gaļac tree of St. Barth's grows on the hotel property), terracotta, teak and mahogany. From Martinique have come handmade furnishings in teak and mahogany, including magnificent four-poster beds, exact duplicates of true period pieces. High-tech amenities in each suite include two satellite TVs, a video cassette player, DVD player, "Bang and Olufsen" telephones, stereo, CD player and fax, as well as a fully-equipped kitchenette. It's 15 exquisite cottage suites offer guests the luxury of spaciousness. They all have a private swimming pool, 20 ft. x 10 ft., a kitchenette ( with fridge, ice machine, micro-waves, hotplates ) and a terrace with teak "chaises longues" that invites for reading, relaxation, and a quiet contemplation of the breathtaking panorama views of a turquoise lagoon fringed with coconut palms and, way beyond, a vast blue sea. AMENITIES: All suites have been designed to catch as much natural light as possible. Their generous proportions, 1,076 sq. ft. per cottage unit, allow for light, fresh and breezy interiors, maximum sea views, and the privacy and seclusion so looked for in hotel accommodations. Spacious living areas flow directly into bedrooms, which in turn lead to extra-large bathrooms. The finest of Frette linens grace the beds, while the bathrooms, which have shower, tub, double vanities, bidet, hairdryer, and walk-in closets, are equipped as well with robes, scented hand soaps, shampoos, etc., all created especially for Le Toiny. ACTIVITIES: DINING/RESTARUANTS: Type: Villa Beach Location: Off Beach (Tropical Setting) http://www.caribbeanmag.com/search/hotels/St_Barthelemy/letoinyhotel/hotel/1497/32/ Thu, 21 Aug 2008 18:09:30 EST