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Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home

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Sunrise over BVIs (taken from driveway)
Deck has table, 2 chairs, 2 loungers, BBQ, propane
Sunrise; deck leads into dining & kitchen, downstairs is bedroom
Hurricane Hole in the distance
Beach chairs, umbrella, cooler, ice packs, beach bag and beach mat provided

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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St. John
  • Johnson Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪259 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen sleeper sofa

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom downstairs (in bedroom)

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Bathroom upstairs

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home

Here Comes the Sun is located in Calabash Boom, just a few minutes drive from Coral Bay shops, bars/restaurants, hiking trails and beaches. It's an island escape a little off the beaten path yet conveniently located to some of the best activities St. John has to offer.

The cottage's perch on a hillside allows for breezes, sunrises, and views of St. John's East End, Tortola, Norman and Peter Island (BVIs). After a day of hiking or snorkeling, relax on the large wrapped deck, sip a cocktail, and watch the boats or a moonrise. At bedtime, fall asleep to the sounds from the bordering jungle.

Here Comes the Sun also provides guests with a variety of beach gear, including beach chairs, a beach umbrella, beach towels, and cooler with ice packs. We recommend renting snorkel gear and fins from either Beach Bum in Cruz Bay or Crabby's Watersports in Coral Bay.

The cottage comfortably accommodates 2 guests (can sleep up to 3, though it might feel a little cramped; additional fees apply). Traveling with more people? Owners own the neighboring cottage, Summertime Rolls (#1025936), which accommodates up to 2 guests. Email to inquire.

IMPORTANT: A Jeep rental is required, which is standard for getting around St. John and necessary for Coral Bay. A 2-door is strongly recommended for maneuvering/parking. NOTE 1: Guests are responsible for travel to Coral Bay. Schedule pickup of your Jeep upon arrival. PMs are unable to chauffeur guests, and taxi service to Coral Bay is limited. NOTE 2: There are 2 security cameras: #1 at the entrance of the property, pointed at the driveway and road to monitor for security/trespassing; #2 security camera is on the roof (no audio) pointed to the sunrise and view.

Property manager

Sam
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Suitable for children 12 years and older.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
2-door 4WD Jeep rental required. Guest are responsible for transportation to/from Coral Bay (PMs unable to chauffeur, taxi service is limited).

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this cottage is by the sea. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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St. John

What's nearby

  • Johnson Bay - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 20 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Maho Beach - 20 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Trunk Bay - 28 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬22 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Here Comes the Sun: Island Life with Comforts of Home located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Johnson Bay and 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Little Lameshur Bay and Saltpond Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views of Coral Bay.

Quaint, extremely clean with wonderful views. The host were very responsive and easy to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ED R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views

We sooo enjoyed our stay at Here Comes the Sun!! Sam and Kim were wonderful hosts and provided great advice for our stay and adventure. The need to rent a 2 door jeep is 100%accurate. Sam and Kim provided all the extras to make our stay super fun and comfortable. From the cooler and floating chairs to beach umbrella and bugspray, everything was perfect. Hikes, vistas and beaches were all amazing. Only advice to other travelers to St John would be to bring your hiking poles, and watch your step!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St. John Base Camp

Here Comes the Sun is a nice base camp for St. John. The view and sunrises are amazing. Trunk and Cinnamon bays within 30 minutes drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feb Vacation week

This is our second time at this property and love it. We feel that the owners keep things in top shape. The views are amazing and full kitchen set up. The cottage has anything you would need.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay on St John

Property was just as described and views were amazing! Property manager provides excellent guidance. Would definitely return to Here Comes the Sun!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Here comes the sun

We had a wonderful week here in this awesome home away from home. It is very clean, comfortable, and accommodating. The views were spectacular. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect island retreat

We loved our house! Sunrises and evening dinners on our deck listening to the breezes in the palm fronds. Emily was so helpful and made us feel so at home. The elevation and the views from our deck were spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 days in Here Comes The Sun

Great place for two people. Loved the view and everything about the house. The driveway is not for the faint hearted!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hamid H.

St John is a treasure. It is Great to see there are still unspoiled places left.

The views are amazing. The cottage is beautiful, comfortable and we felt at home. The coral bay side has a feel of an old Caribbean island. The beaches are amazing. We took many hikes and often we ended up at the end of a hike in a beach all to ourselves. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing week

Our host was outstanding and attentive. The cottage had everything we needed for a week of fun and adventure. Well stocked with kitchen items, beach chairs, umbrella and towels. The views are incredible and the breeze on the top deck was perfect. Great location for visiting North, South and East beaches. Hiking trails nearby as well. Would definitely book again
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim B., Chattanooga, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Swim with the Turtles!

Very pleasant stay on this property for 8 nights on St John. Many beaches that were very clean and teeming with snorkeling attractions on the island. Property was clean and had a great view. Bed was comfortable and a/c was adequate. Would stay there again for sure. Property Manager has very specific instructions and recommendations to make your stay as hassle-free as possible so take the time to read and watch the material provided to you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derek H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing! We will be back.

After canceling because of Covid last year this was a very anticipated trip. This property did not disappoint. It’s everything that is advertised and more. The host was amazingly helpful and was there for our every need. We can’t wait to return.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing week on St John

This was our first time to St John and this home did not disappoint!! Communication with the property manager was easy, Emily was super helpful and quick to respond. The owners were so kind and welcoming. The property was perfect for my husband and I to take a break for a week. It had everything we needed and incredible views. We loved the quietness of Coral Bay and will 100% be back again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location and Wonderful Place to Stay

We love this part of St. John. It has beautiful views and is close to some of the best beaches on St. John. The house is great! It was very clean and really comfortable. It came with all kinds of nice little amenities and Emily; the host was very friendly and helpful. Rhumb Lines which quickly became our favorite restaurant is just a few minutes away and there is a good little pizza place called the Salty Mongoose it is also just down the road. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S., Youngsville, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views, great well maintained property

As the title says this place has it all. The views are spectacular. It is very well maintained and extremely clean. This is our second time staying here and won’t be our last. Emily is extremely responsive. Evenings on the deck with the wind and beautiful view made our stay. My wife is already missing her time here. Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory P., Bangor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View and All the Comforts to Enjoy St John

Loved the view from the deck and the property's landscaping. The cottage is neat, tidy, and well equipped. Very comfortable and in a nice location to enjoy the beauty of St' John's quieter Coral Bay, eastern and south-eastern locations. Communication from the owners and property manager was excellent. Be sure to pay close attention to their guidance on parking, visiting St. John, and use of the property. Their advice was right on. Loved our stay here and hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Amazing View

Here comes the sun is a lovely cottage with an incredible view. The house is spotless, the kitchen has everything you need. Emily is welcoming and helpful- she even taught us how to negotiate the driveway at night. We were largely unaware of anyone else around. It was extremely quiet. A nice plus- the filtered water. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Vacation

We were more than pleased with Here Comes the Sun. It was everything that the pictures showed and more. All our needs were fulfilled. Emily answered any questions we had before and during. We saw so many sea turtles and stingrays we lost count. The beaches were beautiful. The wildlife or not so wild animals were enjoyable. We would definitely come again and stay at Here Comes the Sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kati S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view to wake up to

You lie in bed looking at a gorgeous view! I welcomed the sun every AM from the deck, coffee in hand. It is a bit of an adventure, so worth it! Enjoyed every moment. Directions were clear, communications great, property was clean with lots of thoughtful touches like beach chairs, cooler, ice packs, etc. Make sure you stop at Crabbys for snorkeling gear and ask about catamaran adventure, we were so glad we did!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views and great area!

The description of the property is spot on. The views really cannot be beat. We loved the Coral bay part of St John. We did snorkeling trip on Cruz Bay side and were so happy that we stayed on the more remote side of the island. If you are timid driver this is probably not a great idea, but that could be said about driving on the island in general. Definitely recommend closely watching the video that Emily sends. Once you do the drive to the cottage the first time it’s really not a big deal. You are close to Salt Bay and Brown Bay which were our favorites so for us the location was absolutely perfect. So happy with our choice to stay at Here Comes the Sun!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Views Abound

1. Clean. This is the cleanest property you will find in Coral Bay. No bugs, no ants, no mess (the entire time). 2. Fantastic views of Hansen Bay, Tortola, Norman Island, and Virgin Gorda. 3. Thoughtfully organized and stocked. 4. Air Conditioning. Separate units on upper and lower level. Works great. You don't have to do much research on Coral Bay area rental properties to realize this is quite a luxury. 5. Property manager Emily is thorough and detailed in rental information and communication. I wish all rental property managers were as detailed oriented as she is for Here Comes The Sun. Great job! Overall assessment: Put this cottage on your short list for any Coral Bay area rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Maureen Q.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We liked here comes the Sun.

The house and views were great. Coral Bay was laid back and fun. Property mgr took our calls, never leaving us hanging.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10/10

Fantastic location and beautiful views. Perfect for what we were looking for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Here Comes the Sun! The view is incredible. Sunrises from the deck is a must! The house had everything we needed and Emily was very helpful and responsive.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sam

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