Chique Retreat veranda with sea view
Vieux Fort  ·  Saint Lucia

Chique Retreat —
Your Caribbean
Sanctuary

Perched above the southern tip of St. Lucia, Chique Retreat offers sweeping sea views, tropical breezes, and an authentic island welcome unlike anywhere else.

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5 min
To the Beach
180°
Sea Views

An Authentic Island Experience

Stunning Sea Views

Wake to sweeping Caribbean Sea panoramas stretching to the horizon. At Chique Retreat, the sea is always in sight — from your bed, your table, your veranda.

Tropical Abundance

Freshly picked mangoes, papaya and seasonal local fruits straight from the island — breakfast here is an experience in itself.

Lush Hillside Setting

Surrounded by palms, banana trees and tropical greenery, with cool elevated breezes to keep things comfortable all day long.

Harbour & Marina

Vieux Fort's working harbour is visible from the property. Sailing trips, fishing charters and water sports are just minutes away.

Spectacular Sunsets

Chique Retreat's elevated position makes golden hour truly extraordinary — watch the sky turn amber and rose over the open Caribbean Sea.

Beach at Your Door

Sandy Beach is just minutes away. Snorkel, swim, or kite surf — the warm Caribbean waters are yours to explore at leisure.

Comfortable, Characterful & Fully Your Own

Master bedroom
Master Bedroom
Second bedroom
Second Bedroom
Spacious living room
Living Room
Outdoor terrace
Outdoor Terrace
View from Chique Retreat
"The most beautiful island
in all the Caribbean"
Saint Lucia  ·  The Helen of the West Indies

Things to Do in Vieux Fort & Beyond

Locally in Vieux Fort

Sandy Beach

One of St. Lucia's finest stretches of soft white sand, right in Vieux Fort — perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and watching kite surfers ride the Atlantic wind.

Maria Islands Nature Reserve

A protected offshore reserve home to rare indigenous iguanas and the Saint Lucia Racer — the world's rarest snake. An extraordinary piece of living Caribbean wildlife.

Mankote Mangrove

Kayak through lush coastal mangroves teeming with birdlife — a serene natural sanctuary completely off the tourist trail.

Moule-à-Chique Lighthouse

Perched 730 feet above sea level at the island's southernmost tip, this 1912 lighthouse is said to be the second-highest in the world. The views are breathtaking.

Local Fruit Wines

Try homemade wines crafted from mango, tamarind, banana and watermelon — a unique Vieux Fort tradition stretching back over 40 years.

Horse Racing

One of the Caribbean's most lively local racing scenes. Check the calendar for race days — a fantastic, deeply cultural St. Lucian experience.

Black Bay Beach

Named after the pirate Blackbeard, this quieter cove is just a 10-minute drive away — ideal for snorkelling and escaping the crowds.

Around the Island

Drive-In Volcano & Sulphur Springs

Visit Soufrière to explore the world's only drive-in volcano. Bathe in the therapeutic sulphur mud baths — a volcanic experience unlike anywhere else.

Toraille Waterfall

Swim in the natural pool beneath this gorgeous jungle waterfall near Soufrière — a refreshing highlight of any island tour.

Hike the Gros Piton

The more accessible of the two UNESCO Piton peaks offers guided hikes with jaw-dropping Caribbean views. A true bucket-list experience.

Bamboo Rafting

Float down the Roseau River on a bamboo raft — a classic St. Lucia experience often paired with rum tasting stops along the way.

Chocolate Making at Marigot Bay

St. Lucia grows some of the world's finest cacao. Join a workshop and take home handcrafted chocolate bars as edible souvenirs.

Sunset Sailing Cruise

Watch the Caribbean sun melt into the sea on a sailing cruise along the west coast — rum punch in hand, Pitons in view.

Food & Rum Tour

Sample hot bakes, coco tea, grilled pork, homemade spiced rums and roasted cashews on an authentic tour of St. Lucian food and culture.

Vieux Fort —
The Southern Gateway

Vieux Fort sits at the southernmost tip of Saint Lucia, a town with deep roots, warm people, and an untouched authenticity that the busier resort areas simply can't match. Locals have long called it "The New Frontier" — a place of endless possibility.

Chique Retreat sits elevated above the town, giving you sweeping sea views across the harbour, the Maria Islands, and on clear days, the neighbouring island of St. Vincent shimmering on the horizon.

Hewanorra International Airport is just minutes away, making arrival effortless — you can be at Chique Retreat with a cold Piton beer in hand within 15 minutes of landing.

Getting Around

Hewanorra Airport5 min
Sandy Beach5 min
Moule-à-Chique Lighthouse10 min
Black Bay Beach10 min
Soufrière & the Pitons45 min
Castries (capital)1 hr
Car hire available locally

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