Eden Rock - St Barths - A luxurious retreat in St Barths built on a rocky promontory, surrounded by white sandy beaches, and turquoise sea; French art-de-vivre in the heart of the Caribbean. HISTORY
The Eden Rock was built about 50 years ago by Remy de Haenen, the island’s first Mayor and a much loved local eccentric, celebrated adventurer and skilled aviator. De Haenen choses to build his private
home on the rocky promontory in St. Jean Bay, laying the foundations of what is today one of the most striking locations in the world. Close friendships were formed with Greta Garbo, Howard Hughes, Robert Mitchum and many other American and European celebrities of the day. Today, the hotel has a couple of Legacy Suites named after Greta Garbo and Howard Hughes. In 1995 David and Jane Matthews with children Nina, James, Michael and Spencer bought the home and undertook the job of restoring the original buildings. In the process new structures were built that complimented the style and spirit of Remy de Haenen. The family strived to create a hotel that carries on Remy’s charming eccentricity and enthusiasm for living life to the full. In 2014, Eden Rock – St Barths and Oetker Hotels, a most inspiring selection of hotel masterpieces in the world, entered into a partnership and what was started by Remy de Haenen is strengthened globally to progress to even higher standards of detail, beauty and guests’ satisfaction. The Matthews Family continues the St Barths family culture as Owner Partners and the Oetker Hotels join as Manager Partners – the perfect combination of family love and managed excellence for Eden Rock – St Barths.
