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Private kitchen
Beach
Pool
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 262.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Chocolate Hole, St John
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws

Modern, luxurious one bedroom villa within three minutes of the main town, Cruz Bay, St. John. Located in Chocolate Hole, just above the Westin Resort, this convenient location features an air-conditioned master suite with king bed, high end touches such as an Italian custom kitchen, native outdoor stone shower enclosure, and a dipping pool with dramatic sunset views of the surrounding islands.

Standard amenities include high speed wireless Internet with a wide screen flat TV for viewing Netflix, Hulu, Apple TV, etc. (no cable), outdoor gas grill, a refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, oven/microwave, coffee maker, toaster, dishwasher, washer & dryer with complementary laundry soap, iron, accompanied by quality linens and towels, bath products and hair dryer. A wall safe is also provided.

We are about a 10 minute drive to the Virgin Islands National Park where you will find most of our pristine, clear blue water and white sand beaches. The residential neighborhood where the villa is located is a mix of vacation villa rental properties and local residents. It's desirable location is due to it's proximity to "town" Cruz Bay and access to grocery stores and other services. The villa itself sits perched high on the hillside, offering panoramic ocean views where you can see many of the neighboring islands across the sea, while enjoying beautiful sunsets poolside. You can also check out our blog on the web, villa459, for additional details.

Property manager

Harley Smith and Elizabeth Gerhardt

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
No day guests/dinner and or cocktail parties.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outdoors Only
DO NOT leave bedroom doors/windows open while running the A/C and turn off while you are away from the villa. A/C is for the bedroom only.
Christmas and New Years weeks, 7 nights minimum for each or 12 nights minimum for both weeks.
You must secure a rental car for your stay.

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
Note from host: No day guests/dinner and or cocktail parties.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chocolate Hole, St John

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 11 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Trunk Bay - 18 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa 459 - New Modern Luxury Villa | Private Pool | Panoramic Ocean Veiws located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Hart Bay and Great Cruz Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

An amazing Villa -

We were fortunate to stay at stunning Villa 459 for 14 glorious days. The description and pictures don't do it justice - the Villa is beautiful - clean, conveniently located and equipped with everything you could imagine. We enjoyed the gorgeous views, the privacy, the Caribbean sunsets, the outdoor shower and pool, cooking in the high-end kitchen and the overall warm ambiance. The landscaping is stunning! Harley, our host was always available and responsive but never intrusive. We already can't wait to go back! I would give Villa 459 5 stars in every category!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Perfect Couples Villa

-Beautiful hillside property with a spectacular view of Chocolate Hole and beyond, villa was updated and very clean, highlights were outdoor shower and plunge pool (larger than expected). Villa had everything you could think of from wine opener to laundry detergent to speaker to extra beach towels and cooler and chairs. Bedroom has air conditioning. -Host met us the first day and escorted us to the property and gave us a full tour, great communication from the time of booking-Driveway is somewhat narrow and steep so need a small car like a two door jeep -Best beaches: Trunk, honeymoon, maho, cinnamon-Best restaurants on the island: Longboard (no res, put in your name and grab a drink nearby if there's a wait, its worth it), Zozos at Caneel Bay, Coco Jims for painkiller and smoked chicken, Windmill Bar for the view, Morgan Mango for lobster night (book in advance), Sun Dog cafe for breakfast; best food on the beach at honeymoon, most beaches have a food truck with limited menu and bar to grab food and drink -Best excursions: lime out floating taco bar, Lind point trail hike to honeymoon beach (1 mile not too difficult), shopping at Mongoose Junction-Get groceries at Dolphin market no too far from the villa -Will definitely be back, St. John is absolutely beautiful and relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne K.

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

Beautiful villa!

We had a great stay at this beautiful modern villa. It was perfect for a couple. I would definitely recommend a 2 door Jeep to better navigate the driveway. We hope to be back!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barrett S.

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

Amazing Villa in St John

My wife and I stayed at Villa 459 for our honeymoon and it was amazing! Harley was super helpful in helping us get to the villa, and was an amazing host. The villa is perfect for a couple and the views are second to none. Would highly recommend, and will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

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

St John

Details to design comfort and location are spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

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

Fantastic vacation

Our stay was just wonderful despite the arrival of tropical storm Ernesto while we were there! The villa was beautiful with a believable view across the bay from the pool. It was a delight to stay there and our hosts were very attentive and helpful - they made a big difference! We will definitely be recommending to friends and hope to come back sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

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

Gorgeous property with a beautiful view

From the beginning communication was amazing! Harley stayed in touch even throughout our stay, and was very helpful answering any questions that we had. The property was very clean, and very pleasant. The view from the balcony was absolutely gorgeous, and we loved spending time in the pool in the evenings, and watching the sunset. The outdoor shower was also amazing :) The villa was fully equipped with anything that we needed as well, which was very convenient and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

G R.

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

A St. John wedding to remember!

My now Wife and I had an amazing stay at this VRBO property. Harley met us at the rental car agency and allowed us to follow him to the Villa. From the moment we stepped in, we felt right at home. The location was perfect—close to Cruz Bay and beaches, yet tucked away in a quiet neighborhood. The interior design was impeccable, with modern furnishings and thoughtful touches. The kitchen was well-equipped. We loved sipping our morning coffee on the private balcony, overlooking Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole. The bedroom was comfortable, and the bathroom was spotless. Harley was responsive and provided clear instructions for check-in and check-out. Overall, we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

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

Every little thing

Villa 459 is such a dream! The landscaping is beautiful, the views are beautiful, the lizards skittering around the property are beautiful! The owners have thought of everything and have you covered! Everything from a beach bag and beach chairs to fresh laundry detergent and plenty of linens to soft light for quiet nights on the porch! They have thought of every little thing! It was truly a great place and we are so thankful to have gotten to stay there. We spent quite a bit of time in the villa due to rain and we never tired of the space. Our favorite was the outdoor shower, although the showers were quick the outdoor shower was dreamy! Thanks for all your attention to detail and sharing this villa with us!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid G.

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

Beautiful Villa for Two

Visiting St. John for years as a couple, it’s been a bit challenging to find upscale villa accommodations for two. Villa 459 delivered! The owners were very appropriately attentive and accommodating, the view beautiful, the location to town and beaches perfect and again the accommodations lovely! Having a plunge pool with a view to cool off after a day at the beach was a perfect way to wind the day down. We would definitely take the opportunity to visit here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Chocolate Hole

The listing did not do the view credit, the location was incredible. Close access to grocery stores and Cruz Bay. Host was readily available and extremely helpful, recommendations for food and car rental were spot on. Overall a fantastic experience and vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ethan C.

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

Perfect Couple Paradise

My wife and I came here on our honeymoon and it was all that we asked for! Harley was very helpful during the check in process, even with delays. I highly recommend Villa 459 to anyone looking for a clean, modern, and convenient stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck P.

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

Nice Little Spot In Paradise

Efficient and pleasant rental experience. Ideal layout for 2 and exceptional 180+ degrees view. Accommodating hosts, very nice property and highly recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Perfection!

Location is great The views are amazing. Very private. The outdoor shower is divine. Perfect for 2 people. Everything about this villa is first class right down to the silverware. We enjoyed the pool but it is very small. A float would be a nice touch. We enjoyed the deck for morning coffee and romantic dinners and sunsets and star gazing. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tamara V.

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

What a great week!

Loved staying at Villa 459! Such a cute place and perfect location. Thanks Betty and Harley for everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison R.

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

Heaven on St. John

Harley and Betty couldn't have been more welcoming...everything was sparkling clean, in perfect order and we immediately settled into our house with amazing views overlooking the island bays. It is a dream villa for two - we were celebrating our 40th Anniversary, honeymooned on St. John too - and they had a beautiful bottle of cava chilling for us. The villa has everything you need for a perfectly relaxing stay. Short trips to the store allowed us to eat breakfast and pack lunches for our beach days. They had a cooler and beach chairs - we were set! We often found ourselves returning early from the beaches to just to enjoy our villa - the plunge pool the spectacular deck, the sunset, rum cocktails, etc. The bed was heavenly and the outdoor shower was so much fun - especially during a rain shower! It is a short drive to downtown for dinner. I wish we could have stayed longer...I was in love...we will return! Thank you, both, for your incredible hospitality...
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S., Weather Ford, USA

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

Amazing views!

My wife and I went to St Thomas for the first time to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary. We wanted a very special place to stay. Betty and Harley have such an amazing place and are such kind people. They had a bottle of wine and flowers for us upon arrival. The cleanliness and high end linens and comfy bed was so nice. They provide you with beach chairs and a cooler which is a plus. All of the cookware was great. I would highly recommend staying at Villa 459 if you a couple going to St John. The deck over looking Chocolate Hole and St Thomas are great.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay W.

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

Sunsets & Relaxation

Thoughtful owners who go above and beyond! Deck perfect for sunsets or a quick dip after long day exploring all the wonderful things St. John has to offer! Plus location near town, grocery, and gas.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

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

We loved our stay at Villa 459

Beautiful villa! The views are outstanding. Close to town, only about a 8 minutes to Cruz Bay. Very clean. We loved our stay and hope to return someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Perfectly paradise

Everything about Villa 459 is fabulous! Don’t hesitate to book this great Villa…no regrets!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

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

St John Getaway

Villa 459 was just perfect. It was our 3rd trip to St John and the location and amenities here couldn’t have been better. Betty and Harley are fabulous hosts!! Talking to other people we met continually confirmed we made a great choice in booking.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emmet H.

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

Fantastic Experience

Look no further! Betty and Harley were awesome hosts, very informative, and very accommodating. We simply could not have asked for better folks. The villa was absolutely stunning, had all of the amenities, in a wonderful location, and was stocked with everything you need for your stay. My wife and I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Magical

We had a wonderful time celebrating part of our honeymoon at this special villa. If we could have, we would have stayed there longer. Wonderful location and gorgeous and comfortable home with fabulous sweeping views. What a great place to stay while on St John!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T., Opelika, Alabama

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

Trip of a lifetime.

The PERFECT spot for a romantic getaway. Beautiful sunsets in the pool. We loved the attention to detail and the landscaping were perfection. Host were very kind and helpful. We sure hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

angela m.

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

Stunning Property

This home is even more beautiful than the photos! Close to everything, gives you an island feel but with luxury vibes! Will definitely be back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Harley Smith and Elizabeth Gerhardt

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Owners Betty & Harley are full time residents. Drawn by the natural beauty of St. John, they have made the island their home for over 30 years. With backgrounds in graphic design/book keeping, and construction/real estate development (respectfully), villa 459 is the second property developed by the couple, after villa Arc du Soleil, built in 2008 and sold in 2015. This was a very successful rental located in the Virgin Grand Estates on St. John. Betty & Harley have leveraged their experience, to create villa 459, with your pleasure in mind.

Languages:

English