Sainte-Rose vacation rentals

Wild and dramatic scenery in Sante Rose

Basse-Terre might translate to 'low land', but it has the some of the most dramatic and wild scenery of any of the Guadeloupe islands. If you're lucky enough to bag one of the Sainte Rose vacation rentals which hug the northern coast, you'll be ideally placed for exploring the island. Whether you want to just amble through the market, dive down into a colorful underwater world or hike up the nearby volcano in search of hot springs or wildlife, it's all waiting on Basse-Terre. Of course, this is your vacation. If you want to spend it kicking back on the golden sand, no one's going to stop you.

Remembering the past in Sainte Rose

If you're going to visit just one beach, make it the Grande Anse near Deshaies. This magnificent stretch of golden sand is one of the longest in the country and is backed by swaying coconut palms and sea grapes which provide natural shade. If you can tear yourself away from the ocean, you can swing by the Deshaies Botanical Garden, a lush space with hanging bougainvillea, colorful hibiscus and lily ponds filled with koi carp. For a look at Guadeloupe's history, try to make some time for the Memorial ACTe which features exhibits on the story of the slave trade.

Hike an active volcano near Sainte Rose

It'll come as no surprise that most of the activities near your beachfront Sainte Rose vacation rental are centered around the sea. Though it's tempting to spend your whole vacation basking on the sands, those who make the effort can spend their days kayaking along the coast, scuba diving among coral or taking glass-bottom wildlife cruises. If you're looking for even more adventure, you can spend the day hiking up the active volcano, La Grande Soufriere. Along the way, you'll pass hot springs, tumbling waterfalls and one of the biggest mountain lakes on the island.

Bright skies during winter in Sainte Rose

If you're looking for the perfect weather, make a beeline for Guadeloupe between December and May when the skies are bright and the temperature warm. It's the busiest season, so be sure to book up your Sainte Rose vacation rental early. That said, if you don't mind the odd spot of rain and you're looking to save a few bucks, try to nab a rental between June and July or October and November. Other than the occasionally tropical downpour, the temperature soars during these months and there will be far fewer tourists to contend with on all the beaches.

Tropical sights in Sainte Rose

Though there is little in the way of wildlife in the town itself, none of the Sainte Rose vacation rentals are far from the Guadeloupe National Park on Basse-Terre. The lush rolling mountain scenery is fed by a series of cascades which tumble into turquoise pools. The tropical forest floor teems with colorful exotic orchids and a surprising number of resident birds like black woodpeckers and lesser Antillean pewees inhabit the canopy. If you stay on Guadeloupe at the right time, you can hop on one of the daily whale-watching charters to see these gentle giants crash their tail fins in the calm waters around the bays.

Transportation options to and around Sainte-Rose

Fly into a-Pitre (PTP-Pointe-a-Pitre Intl. Airport (PTP), the closest airport, located 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from the city center.