Villa Kansha | Gratitude-Centered Wellness Villa in Cole Bay
Best Wellness Villas & Retreats in St. Maarten 2026 – by We Are SXM, Tourist Info Center
A gratitude-centered wellness villa in the heart of Cole Bay, Sint Maarten — offering a private 3-bedroom sanctuary with a Zen Den, garden gazebo, and curated wellness experiences for guests who actually want to slow down.
Villa Kansha is what happens when a family home is renovated not for show, but for stillness. Owners Claudine and Dwight Williams built the retreat around the Japanese word kansha, appreciation, gratitude and it’s an honest extension of how they already live.
Claudine is a communication consultant, author, and concept artist, whose book Butterfly Souls is an inspirational journal and coloring book created for women; she’s also a certified meditation guide who lives her wellness philosophy daily, between the gym and the island’s hiking trails.
Dwight serves as CFO within the Marina industry and he’s the author of two books, The Disciplined Man and The Discipline of Being a Man, written to encourage men toward responsibility and purposeful living.
What sets Villa Kansha apart is the intention behind it. Original architectural elements, including doors and garden gates from the family’s former home remain throughout the property, and every design choice is built to help guests “return to stillness” rather than chase it.
The villa itself offers three bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bath, plus a fourth full bathroom, comfortably hosting up to six guests across an open, minimal layout that lets the indoors and outdoors flow into one another.
Beyond the bedrooms, guests have a large living room, a quiet library, and a dedicated Zen Den for meditation and reflection
plus a lush garden and gazebo for a slow morning coffee or an evening wind-down.
Wellness Perks & Booking Terms
Staying at Villa Kansha also unlocks a curated network of wellness partners at exclusive rates, and depending on your dates, guests may join a group meditation session right on property. Claudine and Dwight are also happy to take guests on a complimentary guided hike.
Beyond a standard stay, Villa Kansha is available for wellness events, mindfulness sessions, and company team-building retreats — for anyone looking to gather a group somewhere that actually encourages them to slow down.
Booking is direct only, with no platform fees; taxes are included, and a deposit secures your dates. Centrally located in Cole Bay, the villa puts both the Dutch and French sides of the island within easy reach. Find more Villa Rentals on St. Maarten via We Are SXM.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Villa Kansha
What is Villa Kansha?
Villa Kansha is a gratitude-centered wellness villa in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten, owned and run by Claudine and Dwight Williams — a private 3-bedroom retreat built around the Japanese concept of kansha, meaning appreciation and gratitude.
Who owns Villa Kansha?
Villa Kansha is owned by Claudine and Dwight Williams. Claudine is a communication consultant, author of Butterfly Souls, and a certified meditation guide; Dwight is CFO for the NRPB's Finance department and author of The Disciplined Man and The Discipline of Being a Man.
How many guests can stay at Villa Kansha?
Villa Kansha comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests across 3 en-suite bedrooms, plus a 4th full bathroom.
Where is Villa Kansha located?
Villa Kansha is centrally located in Cole Bay, Sint Maarten — within easy reach of both the Dutch side and the French side, Saint-Martin. The exact address is shared directly with guests upon booking.
How much does it cost to stay at Villa Kansha?
Rates run $298–$350 per night, with a 3-night minimum, or $2,080 per week.
What wellness amenities does Villa Kansha offer?
Guests have access to a dedicated Zen Den for meditation, a library, a lush garden and gazebo, and a curated network of wellness partners at exclusive guest rates.
Can I book Villa Kansha for a wellness retreat, mindfulness session, or company event?
Yes — beyond a standard stay, Villa Kansha is available for wellness events, mindfulness sessions, and company team-building retreats.
Does Villa Kansha offer guided hikes or group meditation?
Yes — hosts Claudine and Dwight offer complimentary guided hikes to show off the island's natural side, and depending on your dates, guests may be able to join a group meditation session right on property.
How do I book Villa Kansha, and are there platform fees?
Booking is direct only, with no platform fees. Cleaning and taxes are included, and a deposit secures your dates.
Is Villa Kansha on the Dutch side or the French side of the island?
Villa Kansha sits in Cole Bay on the Dutch side of Sint Maarten, but its central location puts the French side, Saint-Martin, within easy reach too — a convenient base whichever side of "SXM" you're exploring.