Built as the private retreat by the heir to a tea company in 1962, the sprawling One & Only Ocean Club is a sumptuous five-star hideaway perched elegantly at the eastern end of Cabbage Beach, Paradise Island, and sheltered by a fringe of swaying palms. Influenced by the romance of Versailles, a secluded winding drive leads up to colonial style suites and villas that sit perfectly amid manicured gardens. 12th century Augustinian cloisters, marble statues and garden fountains mix with James Bond style extravagance. And with picture perfect ocean scenes as your backdrop; this is pure indulgence.

You will want for nothing. Days can be spent on the private 18-hole golf course, relaxing in the library, lying in one of the strategically placed hammocks in the gardens or bathing in the immaculate swimming pool. The spa has eight Balinese-style private treatment villas with open-air gardens that will rejuvenate the senses and with your personal butler on hand 24/7, you won't have to lift a finger.

The Rooms

The 105 guest rooms and suites are split into two wings, the Hartford and Crescent, and all come with their own private balconies or patios and white, wood slated doors that open to spectacular views of the gardens or the sea. The garden cottages and private villas have private courtyards and infinity pools. Classic, simplistic, neutral plantation decor blends seamlessly with five-star opulence.