Villa Beach & Putt · Luxury villa with private golf course

The project

A house an engineer built for himself
before opening its doors

Daniel Erlong is no hotelier. He is a civil engineer and the founder of Guadeloupe's first construction company. He first designed this villa for himself — the land, the plans, the materials, down to the last tile. Three levels designed with architects, built by his own hands, on the touristic road of Saint-François.

His exigence shows everywhere: generous volumes in the great room, designer furniture, a kitchen built for memorable dinners, suites conceived as five-star hotel rooms — premium toiletries, premium bedding, connected speakers, 4K televisions. "The fittings are inspired by Le Lavandou," he says, in a nod to the French Riviera he holds dear. Today, he opens the doors of this house to those seeking what Saint-François does best: the comfort of a great home, with no compromise.

The experience

Eight guests,
a thousand ways to live the villa

At first light, some settle on the terrace facing the lagoon, coffee in hand. Others swim a few lengths in the infinity pool, or prefer the gym facing the garden. The four air-conditioned, connected suites let everyone find their rhythm — including those who must work between two dives.

In the evening, everyone gathers around the great twelve-seat table. Board games, stories of the day, chilled wine. The villa unfolds across three levels served by a lift — practical for luggage, indispensable for accessibility. An EV charging station awaits electric vehicles. And the single gate of the estate guarantees what few addresses can promise by the sea: absolute peace, day and night.

The host

A signature,
not a brand

Daniel Erlong, civil engineer, is the founder of Guadeloupe's first construction company. Villa Beach & Putt is his personal project, designed and built with the rigour of a contractor running his own site — every material chosen to withstand the tropical climate, every volume designed for the comfort of a long stay.

The three-hole golf course carved into the garden reveals his other passion: bringing home the discreet elegance of the French Riviera retreats he loves.

The golf

Three holes at the bottom of the garden,
the beach at the end of the course

Beyond the tropical garden, Daniel Erlong has laid out what makes the villa unique in Guadeloupe: a private three-hole golf course, alternating natural and synthetic grass, with practice bunkers. "Golf is won on the short shots, on the putts," explains the enthusiast, who provides clubs and balls to his guests. No green fee, no booking: the course is yours for the duration of your stay.

A few steps further, a pétanque court awaits late afternoons in the shade of coconut trees. And at the end of the course, a private gate opens directly onto Manganao beach — white sand, turquoise lagoon, view of Marie-Galante, less than two hundred metres away. For those wishing to extend the day to eighteen holes, the international course designed by Robert Trent Jones lies two kilometres away: one of the finest golfs in the Caribbean.

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Around the villa

Saint-François,
jewel of the south-east

Saint-François is the most coveted address in southeast Guadeloupe. International marina, gourmet restaurants, an 18-hole oceanfront golf course, classified beaches: everything that makes Guadeloupe exceptional gathers within five kilometres of the villa.

Pointe des Châteaux

10 minutes away: a spectacular 360° viewpoint, cliffs carved by the Atlantic, a monumental cross and views over La Désirade. Listed natural site.

International golf course

18-hole oceanfront course designed by Robert Trent Jones, considered one of the finest courses in the Caribbean. 2 km away.

Marina & restaurants

The lively heart of Saint-François: yacht marina, harbour-front terraces, Creole brasseries and fine-dining tables for every evening.

Saint-François Casino

Slot machines, gaming tables, restaurant and live shows. The go-to address to extend your day out. 5 minutes away.

Airfield

Scenic flights by aircraft or microlight over Marie-Galante, La Désirade and Petite-Terre. Boarding 3 minutes from the villa.

Famous beaches

Anse à la Gourde, Plage des Raisins Clairs, Anse Tarare — white sand, turquoise lagoons and coconut trees, all under 15 minutes away.

Photos : Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA) · Unsplash

The only villa in Saint-François
with its own golf course

A house an engineer built for himself
before opening its doors

Eight guests,
a thousand ways to live the villa

A signature,
not a brand

Three holes at the bottom of the garden,
the beach at the end of the course