I have owned at Sapphire for 20 years but have not stayed there for the past 10. Folks that have stayed there recently have generally been very pleased. I have stayed at a lot of different properties in St. Maarten and none are perfect. Having said that, you won't find a unit with a better view than a Sapphire villa (I have stayed in several) and I personally would not hesitate staying in one now. Just have realistic expectations (much like any other St. Maarten property).