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View of Cane Bay from Villa Dawn's pool deck.

Four in-water bar stools let you sit and enjoy the view and a tasty drink.

Plenty of lounge chair surround the inviting pool.

Villa Dawn offers fun for the entire family!

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Location
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9.6

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14223 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Dryer

Explore the area

Cane Bay, vi

Cane Bay2 min walk
Cane Bay Beach4 min walk
Annaly Bay Hike and Tidal Pools8 min drive
Christiansted (STX-Henry E. Rohlsen)20 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Great location - beautiful view!! Villa well supplied with anything you need. Well kept pool!

LISA P.

Mar 9, 2024

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Additional Bedding

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI

Villa Dawn, a luxurious St. Croix villa, is located on the lush north shore of St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands, the most beautiful part of the island. This private, secluded and tropically landscaped, 1.3 acre, St. Croix estate includes a four bedroom, three bath vacation rental with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea and its stunning sunsets. It is only steps away from the white sands of Cane Bay Beach and four waterfront restaurant/Bar and Grills. In fact, it is the closest villa to gorgeous Cane Bay Beach.

The views from inside this extraordinary, St. Croix, vacation home, from the front covered veranda and from the pool deck are spectacular! The large pool has four stools in the water where you can sit and enjoy the view and the fountain that flows into the pool. Villa Dawn has central air conditioning and is outfitted with tropical designer furnishings and every conceivable amenity. There is world-class SCUBA diving at the Cane Bay 'Wall' right in front of Villa Dawn, many nearby attractions and a championship golf course is just a ten minute drive from this dazzling vacation home. Our caretaker of the property lives nearby and is available 24/7 for any and all of your needs. If you are looking for a special vacation rental with that extra touch of luxury in a stunning location that can't be beat, then Villa Dawn is definitely your choice!

Villa Dawn vacation rental is literally just steps from the beach. While some villas advertise 'walking distance to the beach,' they are truly a 'hike to the beach.' Not at Villa Dawn! This exclusive property goes all the way down to the coast road. On the other side of the road is the fabulous Cane Bay Beach! Villa Dawn has unobstructed views of Cane Bay Beach, the Caribbean Sea, and the surrounding lush mountains from the large front covered veranda as well as from most of the 1.3 acres that make up this St. Croix, USVI island paradise. Recline in the hammock on the large front veranda of this comfortable vacation home and listen to the soothing sounds of the Caribbean waves while gentle island breezes caress you. Go swimming in the pool... it's spectacular. Enjoy the lighted fountain with a waterfall that overflows into the pool. Bask under the St. Croix sun around the pool on the 1500 square foot deck or sit on one of the four in-water stools while you watch the stunning sunsets over the Caribbean Sea... watching for the elusive 'green flash.' Yes... you are in paradise!

Three of the four bedrooms and two of the three bathrooms are located on the upper level of this centrally air conditioned, fully equipped, designer decorated villa. The upper level's large gourmet kitchen and comfortable living room both have magnificent views of the Caribbean Sea from the villa's 'wall of windows.' The air-conditioned and private lower level of Villa Dawn is fully-equipped with one bedroom, a living room, a kitchen, and a bath. The lower level also has a 'wall of windows' that offer spectacular views from all of the rooms. Both levels are equipped with TV, VCR, and complete AM/FM/CD/Cassette stereo systems. No amenities have been forgotten at this beautiful retreat. Duty free shopping and additional fine dining is just a 20 minute drive to either Frederiksted or Christiansted. For your privacy, we will only reserve Villa Dawn to one group at a time. We are available 24/7 for any and all of your needs. We accept Checks, Visa, Mastercard and Discover as payment.

Property manager

Kent Vreeland

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Aerial view of the main villa and cottage located on a large private lot

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Second story deck and non-gated pool area.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Prior approval, Add’l fee may be required.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking of any kind inside the villa.

No refunds within 60 days of stay. Refunds will be made prior to 60 days if we can re-rent your booked dates. See our Rental Agreement.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

Note from host: Prior approval, Add’l fee may be required.

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

Kingshill

Located in Kingshill, this villa is on the beach. Estate Whim Museum and Carl and Marie Lawaetz Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cane Bay and Carambola Golf Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Cane Bay, vi

What's nearby

Cane Bay - 2 min walk
Cane Bay Beach - 4 min walk
Carambola Golf Club - 6 min drive
Annaly Bay Hike and Tidal Pools - 8 min drive
Rainbow Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

Christiansted (STX-Henry E. Rohlsen) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Reine Chicken Shack - ‬11 min drive
‪Wendy’s - ‬15 min drive
‪Little Caesars - Kmart - ‬15 min drive
‪Chocolate BBQ - ‬19 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Villa Dawn at Cane Bay Beach, St. Croix, USVI located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kingshill villa is within a 5-minute walk of Cane Bay and Cane Bay Beach. Davis Beach and Carambola Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

28 June 2024

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

Great Family Vacation Home

We stayed at Villa Dawn in June and absolutely loved the property and location to the beach. The grounds were beautiful, the house was very clean with a well stocked kitchen and the pool and view were amazing. We loved drinking coffee every morning on the covered porch enjoying the beautiful view of the Caribbean Ocean. The reservation process and communication with property managers was very easy. I would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

23 June 2024

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

Fantastic rental house in Cane Bay

We really enjoyed this house…the location, the view, the pool, the central air is a huge bonus, it’s spacious, and has a great kitchen. We only regret not staying longer!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

9 Apr 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset Solitude

Outstanding location for an evening sunset view! The property is very quite and peaceful during both day and night. A short walk down the road to Cane Bay Beach offers a great convenience to enjoy the beautiful beach without the hassle of driving and parking. The pool and outdoor space offer a great great view of the ocean, sunset, and stars. The house generator is a great utility which kept the air conditioning running, as we lost grid power once during the night.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

LISA P.

9 Mar 2024

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

Villa Fawn at Cane Bay

Great location - beautiful view!! Villa well supplied with anything you need. Well kept pool!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

2 Mar 2024

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

Location is perfect

We had a wonderful time. Kent was great to work with. The kitchen was spacious and the two rooms with the king beds were large. The apartment was smaller than what we pictured but still worked for us. The pool was beautiful Location was so convenient. We could walk down to the restaurants or beach for snorkeling. Easy drive to town to grab groceries or go on an adventure. Mosquitoes did come out at night so bring some spray. Nothing beat having coffee with the sunrise and wine with the sunset. We would come back.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Judy M., Upcountry, SC

4 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Fantastic view

We enjoyed relaxing on the porch and also at the pool where there was just enough sun and shade to suite each of us. The kitchen was well equiped. We used the two en suite bedroom/ bathrooms in the main house, as well as the small apartment downstairs for our daughter. We all found our stays quite lovely and convenient for walks down to the beach and restaurants.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Rick B.

13 Jan 2024

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

Great hosts

Kent and Dawn did a great job dealing with a few issues to make our stay nice. Awesome view from the property. We even got to o serve 2 mongooses making more mongeese from the deck

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

1 Dec 2023

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

This is it!

The lights went out one evening as we were sitting on the veranda and we immediately placed bets on how long the power would be out and how were going to make dinner. 20 seconds later the emergency generator kicked in and the lights came back on. I only mention this to point out that Villa Dawn has everything. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to make any dinner you want so it's an easy decision to stay in for dinner and enjoy the sunset from the veranda. Food tip: Drive north on Northshore Rd along the coast. Just past the Pitstop gas station you will see a tarp off to the right. Ask for Fred. Lobsters ... Villa Dawn even has Lobsters. After lobsters there isn't much more I can add. This place was great for our 3 couples and that can be hard to find. You won't be sorry if you go.

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bailey B.

14 Aug 2023

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

Perfect location

This was our second stay in st. Croix, this home was ideal for a family. The location was great and the house fit our needs. There are a few beachside bars/restaurants at the bottom of the driveway and cane bay right across the street.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberly C.

20 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great Villa but Misleading Ad

After paying a $2000 deposit, I got a message that there were additional guest charges. The house listed for up to 14 and there were only 3 of us. This was not stated in the ad. I did not see the message for 3-4 days and my dates were not held until I responded, even though the deposit was paid. Check-in info it stated the AC could not be below 74 or there would be a $200 fine. This was not in the ad or contract. I would not have reserved knowing this. I love USVI/BVI and respect power conservation. I just need cool to sleep. When we arrived the AC was broken in the upstairs, downstairs was fine. The first few nights I slept in 85+ temps, after it was partially fixed, 80 degrees and awoke to 72 (He spotted me 2 degrees) It was broken days before our arrival. I would have appreciated a heads up and offer for refund although we probably couldn’t have found anything last minute. Kent was responsive during the stay and gave me a $700 refund. I appreciated it but since I didn’t sleep well the entirety of the trip I asked for more. He declined and that’s his prerogative. His info was resourceful, gave us the cheapest grocery and he recommended a private chef that was fabulous. Great location, the kitchen was well stocked with pans etc., it was super clean, outdoor area was large with a high-end grill and the pool with the views were amazing. Overall, except the AC, the accommodations were great. However, I wouldn’t stay there again because I feel the ad was deceiving

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

10 June 2023

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

Awesome Vacation

My family loved every bit of this amazing home, especially the pool with amazing view of ocean. No one wanted to leave. Kent was super informative and fast to reply.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Eric H.

21 Mar 2023

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

Good experience

Everything was as described

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann s.

9 Mar 2023

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

Great location

Great location, very comfortable.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

5 Mar 2023

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

Vacation Paradise

Beautiful property in a perfect location to experience the island life! Three beach bars and restaurants in easy walking distance and the snorkeling at Cane Bay was incredible!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

bonnie l., Reed Point, MT

21 Feb 2023

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

Villa Dawn

Villa Dawn was even better than the listing. Enjoyed the pool, the covered patio was so nice. Great property and location. Enjoyed seeing whitetail doe and her fawn in the yard every morning and the iguanas sunning in the tree beyond the pool.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Ferell J.

11 Jan 2023

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

Fantastic View

Villa Dawn provided a fantastic view of STX's North Shore. The location is ideal for walking to a beach area (Cane Bay) or enjoying multiple nearby eateries. The Villa had a well-appointed kitchen, fun pool area, and wonderful covered porch where one can enjoy beverages or meals in open-air...while enjoying the incredible Caribbean views toward St. Thomas and St. John. For some, the driveway approaching the Villa could be considered tricky/intimidating due to standard STX road conditions (so be prepared for a bumpy ride...although, it did not bother us). Also, parking at the Villa can be tricky, but easily accomplished with pre-planning if there are more than one vehicle in your party. The remaining living areas of the Villa has everything one needs; although dated, certainly accommodating. Kent was responsive to any inquiries we had in a timely manner.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

3 Aug 2022

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

Family vacation and adventure

This was our first time at Villa Dawn in St. Croix and the house met all our needs for 5 people but could have fit many more. The deck and pool have great views and are perfect for all your outdoor needs with plenty of space for all. We enjoyed having the pool to cool off and lounge around. The kitchen is big and well stocked with dishes and spices! The convenience to the beach and a few restaurants are nice especially if you have several people in your group who are doing different activities. Cane Bay is centrally located on the island and you can easily drive to either end of the island in 25 minutes. I would recommend renting a jeep for an optimal experience. We would definitely rent this house again and Kent was attentive and easy to work with.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

26 June 2022

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

A magical destination

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Villa Dawn. The house was nicely equipped with everything we needed. The pool and the views couldn't be nicer. I would absolutely recommend Villa Dawn to all my friends and family.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

nena J.

12 June 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Rundown, Dated with old AC.

Stayed 8 days May 2022 and 4 of which the AC didn’t work. Inside the house was 85 degrees. Owner has known about this issue for longtime. AC guy said owner doesn’t want to buy new unit. Housekeeping said owner wouldn’t pay for deep cleaning. Lots dust, cobwebs in windows. I have pics to prove. Owner didn’t offer any discounts for inconvenience having hot nights. Also owner monitors thermostat via web and will tact on extra $200 if you turn it down below 74 degrees. One other thing is you have to back down a long narrow drive way with no real place to turn around. Besides having ants, spiders, and bird crapping on deck. I will not be back to this house. Save your money for another house.

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S., New Bloomfield pa

17 May 2022

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

great view and location

our first time on St Croix and we stayed at Villa Dawn. Great location and the view was awesome. the main property worked well for our group. Bedrooms and bathrooms very large. Kitchen was stocked well with everything we needed. Was surprised we we arrived that there were lots of condiments and spices in the fridge. There was also some other items that were still within the date range. The .covered porch was where we spent most of our time. Coffee and tea in the morning. with the beautiful view. The pool was nice to relax and cool off. We added the downstairs unit after other friends wanted to join us. the unit is a nice size but it was very warm down there even with the air conditioner and fans. The pool chairs should soon be replaced as there are about half that are broken, But I would recommend Villa Dawn as a rental. The location was about halfway between the two towns and the Landing beach bar was within walking distance.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

27 Apr 2022

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

Great home and perfect location

The home and ocean views off the back are fantastic. The pool was the perfect temperature. The home was easy to get to. Great location near Cane Bay and 3 restaurants (easy 5 min walk). The couple minor issues we had during our stay were handled right away. Communication with Kent was easy and very quick. I would definitely recommend this home if you plan to visit St Croix!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mindy C.

15 Mar 2022

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

Fabulous!!!

Fabulous view! Fabulous location! Fabulous house! Fabulous pool! Fabulous view! Fabulous time had by all ❤️ Did I mention the fabulous view?

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

wayne h.

26 Feb 2022

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

If you want a beach, views, and drinks at your door step

Nice place! 4 bedroom (3 with private restrooms). Easy access to beach. Views of Cane Bay. And steps to some great beach side eats and drink!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

3 Jan 2022

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

Awesome

We had a great time. Easy to get to. Good communication with owner. Great location on the island.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Linda F., Raleigh, NC USA

19 Dec 2021

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

Family Vacation at Villa Dawn

Villa Dawn is the ultimate vacation spot - a beautiful porch and pool with views that amazed us every day. It was walking distance to several restaurants, the beach, and even hikes up the mountain behind us. It was very private, and you will definitely need a car for grocery store trips. The kitchen was very well outfitted, some of the furnishings were a little dated. Overall we were thrilled to be there and enjoyed every minute!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Kent Vreeland

My wife and I love to travel! We work very hard...just so we can spend all of our money on traveling! We have been all over the world, but what is nearest and dearest to our hearts are tropical destinations. Of all the places we have traveled together, St. Croix was the place that we truly fell in love with. We love to swim, snorkel, SCUBA dive (St. Croix has some of the best diving anywhere), sail, eat, drink, shop, eat and drink some more...St. Croix has it all!

Why they chose this property

We visited St. Croix for the first time in 1998. We had already been to many of the Caribbean Islands, as well as many other tropical destinations, so we thought we would give St. Croix a try. We invited my parents to come with us and rented a villa not too far from where Villa Dawn is located. One day during this fateful trip, after my Dad and I probably had one too many Rum drinks, I sat looking out at the view and dreamed of one day owning a home of my own on St. Croix. I told my wife that I had been calculating....if we used all of our savings we just might be able to buy a house on St. Croix and rent it enough to pay the bills. She said, 'That's a nice idea but I don't think so!' The next morning, as I was sitting out on the deck nursing a terrible headache, she came over and said, 'You know, I've been thinking, you're probably right, we could do it' to which I replied 'Do what?' I didn't remember the conversation at all! Several months later we were on a Caribbean Cruise with Dawn's Mom and St. Croix was one of the Ports of Call. We decided to look at some real estate...just for the fun of it. By noon that day we found Villa Dawn, a mere shadow of what it is today, and put in an offer. The next day we were docked on St. Thomas. We called the real estate agent on St. Croix from a phone on the beach. 'Did they accept our offer?' we asked. YES! was the reply! OH...MY...GOSH! WHAT DID WE DO! The rest is history...we now own three vacation rental properites on St. Croix!

What makes this property unique

Villa Dawn is located in one of the most beautiful areas of St. Croix. The views are as good as any I have seen in the world! It is within a short walk of Cane Bay Beach, 4 waterfront restaurants, horseback riding, kayak rentals, SCUBA diving and snorkeling. It is an awesome place for a couple wanting some privacy and romance, as well as a great place for multiple couples or a family vacation. Everyone just loves the place!