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Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach.

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Cocktail time at Beach Walk! Relax to the stunning sunsets and sounds of surf.
The Beach at Chocolate Hole is a 3 minute hike. Wear ocean shoes.
Beach
Great Room with glass surround. Full views and sounds of the surf below. A/C.
Dining for 8 with another 4 chairs at the kitchen bar counter.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, VI
  • Chocolate Hole
    1 min walk
  • Chocolate Hole Beach
    5 min walk
  • Great Cruz Bay
    4 min drive
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    1 min walk

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach.

VRBO's category of "Owner fees" on quotes consist of additional person fee(s) ($87/night after 4 people) and cleaning fee.

Affordable 5 bedroom Beach Walk Villa is located on one of St John’s most spectacular tropical reefs. Sleeps up to 10 (5 bdrms, 3 kings and 2 queens). Priced according to the number of guests, we will only rent to one group on the property at a time whether you have just two or up to 10 people. Couples or teens using the lower level have their own mini suite complete with second washer/dryer, microwave, refrigerator, living area, two bedrooms and two baths. The main upper level has three bedrooms, three and one half baths, and a fabulous Great Room surrounded by glass to let in the spectacular all around view. Open the screened large glass windows to hear the sound of the surf that you will never forget.
The fun really begins outside at Beach Walk. Our calm crystal clear water offers some of the best swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle boarding on St John. We provide you with snorkels, masks, kayaks, and paddle boards free of charge. Why have to drive every day to a crowded beach? You can swim, snorkel, kayak/paddleboard, or take a brief hike over to the beach at Chocolate Hole. We prefer to snorkel because the reef is teeming with beautiful, colorful sea life that you will not want to miss. The kids love searching for shells and hermit crabs along our rocky shore.
When you're not out having fun in the ocean, relax on the pool deck or hammock just steps from the reef. You can listen to the peaceful sounds of the shore while going for a refreshing dip in our 15' diameter x 52" deep pool. Perfect for a refreshing plunge or float. Options for fun are endless and just right at your front door while visiting Beach Walk.

Beach walk villa is only 2 miles from Cruz Bay shopping and dining.
1 mile to Westin Resort - scuba; sail; beach bar & more. Chocolate Hole Beach a 5 minute oceanside hike from the villa.
Kayaks, Paddle boards, Snorkel gear & life jackets provided
Tropical Reef on location
Oceanside Hammock


Property manager

John and Vicky Daly
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bring the kids for an unforgettable adventure.

Events

No events allowed
Contact owner

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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: Contact owner
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Trunk Bay. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Map
Cruz Bay, VI

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 4 min drive
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 8 min drive
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 11 min drive
  • Honeymoon Beach - 11 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Pet friendly. Kayak, paddle board, snorkel, or hike to the beach. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is steps from Chocolate Hole and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Sunset Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family time at beach Walk
We all enjoyed our stay in this Villa. It was clean and roomy with nice outdoor spaces. Some of the furniture was new and some such as the dining area furniture was quite worn. The bedrooms were nicely appointed but be prepared for outdoor showers attached to the lower level bedrooms. Also no hot water in those outdoor showers. Since it was advertised as a villa where one could walk to the beach we were surprised to find the walk almost impossible over the rocky shoreline. We did enjoy the kayaks, snorkel equipment and cornhole game. The bay was lovely. One definitely needs to rent a vehicle in order to enjoy the island and be prepared to navigate very narrow roads. Overall I rate this Villa quite high. The management company was excellent to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Family gathering
Beach Walk Villa was wonderful. It's perfectly beautiful location was a complete delight, the property managers were most helpful and friendly, and the extras like the pool, kayaks and paddleboards were terrific to have to enjoy being on the water. It was a fabulous week. Everyone of all ages loved being there. My only suggestion was that since some of the famous recent storms apparently covered up the walk way to the nearest beach, the website photos should be updated to take that out. But really didn't matter a bit. We drove to the big beaches and were perfectly delighted to be back at the house later to enjoy it's amazing location and stunning sunsets. Can't recommend this property enough. You'll love it too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was perfect for our family of 10 adults. Having kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear, beach chairs and a pool were huge assets for us. We did try walking on the rocks to the beach, but soon realized kayaking or paddle boarding over were much better options. I’d recommend packing tevas, or water shoes for entering and exiting the water..no flip flops. Any questions or requests were promptly answered. If we travel to St John again, we would definitely book this villa. Regarding the neighborhood /area…you’ll be driving to any destination. Groceries or dining out are both extremely expensive. Our faves: dining at Windmill Inn, hiking Reef Bay Trail, Trunk Bay beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Property
The property manager was friendly, informative and very helpful. She assisted with any special requests in advance of our stay which was very accommodating. The property itself was beautiful and just as listed. Great place to have family/friends as you can share two different sections of the residence to allow privacy and/or allowing your toddler to take a nap while still being able to vacation without worry for waking them up. Very close to Cruz Bay, and the property had the most amazing sunset views. I would encourage you to bring water shoes if staying and planning to walk to the sandy beach during low tide. Also great snorkeling spot. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with amazing view
House is right on the water. No beach, as shown and revealed in the description, but beautiful nonetheless. Easy(ish) access to the water with the available kayaks and SUPs. Beware the Sea Urchins! House was a little shy on noise privacy, especially in the upstairs bedroom but nothing to worry about, in our opinion. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisbeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Our family of 9 adults had a wonderful week. The location was amazing, the house fit perfectly for our needs. The house was well-supplied with beach gear. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful location/House needs work
The house is in a beautiful location, but the house needs some work. The roof leaked during big rain storms. Some furniture was broken and the separate apartment was dark. Being on the water was amazing but getting into the water was difficult. The rocky coastline, rough waters and outdated kayaks/paddle boards made getting in the water outside the house challenging. The outside deck and pool were the perfect place to gather after a day of exploring the island. This was our favorite part of the house. Overall, you rent this house if you have a large group, you want to be on the water and you aren’t fussy about your accommodations. My kids did not notice any of the house shortcomings but if this were my house, it would be time for a renovation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a special place!!
This house has everything that you would want in a relaxing vacation home! Our family enjoyed snorkling, fishing and paddle boarding daily. The pool was fun to relax in and watch the waves roll along in the bay. The house was clean, well stocked and so spacious for our family of 5. We enjoyed playing cards and games at the table, while we heard the waves from the bay. The communication before and during our stay was excellent. We all miss this place and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tammy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
St John Family vacation
The pool and views were amazing- the overall layout was great for our group! We really enjoyed our time @ Beachwalk. However the name is misleading in that the walk to the beach is not maintained and there is no “easy” walk to the neighboring beach unless to take the rocks which is not ideal for kids. There is also no good place to put in the kayaks or paddle boards so unfortunately we did not use those! The kitchen is well stocked and the washer/dryers are so helpful. It would have been helpful to have flashlights with batteries available for the 2 power outages We experienced during our stay. Overall a great place- just need the beach walk to be maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nicole W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location with access to the water
The location could not have been better. We snorkeled, paddle boarded, and kayaked almost every day out front of the Villa. The outdoor area was awesome. The set up of the house fit our family perfectly. The house itself could use some attention, especially in the kitchen but overall we had a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
BeachWalk April 2022
From initial contact and discussions with owners to property managers all went extremely smoothly. Our group of six adult family members fit perfectly with room to spare. Everyone enjoyed the property and surrounding activities. Anything we asked for was provided quickly. We were extremely satisfied and look forward to another visit soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lea b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Perfect for adults or bigger kids, due to the multi-levels and the rocky shoreline. Be careful for the urchins! Property manager excellent, responsive and professional! Accommodations great with no complaints at all! The pool is better than advertised!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H., asheville nc

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We had the best time! We have never been to the USVI, and St. John is AMAZING! We hiked, snorkeled, kayaked, and swam every day. The water and the reefs are beautiful! Sean at Empire Boat Charters is the best, and he took us to great snorkeling areas and to places to see the sea turtles. We have already talked about coming back. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone, adults or families with kids. It was perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House - Beautiful Bay
We had 7 stay here, my wife and I took the upstairs master, our two sets of parents took the two queen rooms on the main level, and our daughters each got a queen and their own living space in the lower level - so that was perfect. The management team was great to work with. The bay is stunning and the snorkeling is great. It was difficult for our parents (all around 80) to get in and out of the water at the house location, or to walk to the beach. Rocky, if the water is rough at all, older folks have some trouble. But overall a fantastic experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Snorkeling on St. John's Island
Everyone was so very easy to deal with. We had quick response to all our needs and questions. The property was packed with snorkels, beach shoes, paddle boards and kayaks. We found the snorkeling off the deck to be much better than any of the beaches we visited. The house was very large and fit our family of 5 couples easily. The views were incredible. We didn't even leave the property some days. Thank you for sharing such a lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

4/10 Poor

Heidi H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Disappointed
The outside of the house is the best part. The snorkeling and kayaking were great and am excellent opportunity to have on site. The bedrooms were lacking especially the downstairs. Privacy was non existent. Many of the outlets didn’t work 1/2 bath was non operational. Kitchen quite small. Ceiling fans required you to climb on bed to operate. Pool water was so cold no one could get in and enjoy. For the $, I will pick aomewhere else next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Steve K., Duluth, Minnesota. USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, great location
We really enjoyed the great room, the views were beautiful. The pool area is lovely, but we needed to use bug spray for the No-See-Ums. I snorkeled in the bay and saw fish and turtles. We took a nice kayak ride. Getting the kayaks into the water, past the rocks, was not easy for us in our mid 60's. It was an easy 5 minute drive into Cruz Bay. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
The house was great. It was stocked with supplies needed to have a great stay. The pool was great as well. The few issues we had were easily resolved and the owners and property management company were easy to work with. They went above and beyond helping us get to the property and showing us where places were. They gave a thorough tour of the property upon arrival. Again, it was a great location and beautiful views. Plenty of room for our group to spread out and enjoy a week on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Carla B., Charleston, SC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beachwalk Villa Vacation
The location and property management group were great. We had the unfortunate experience off having a rolling blackout on Saturday night for 4 hours and a tropical storm blow through on Sunday and lost electricity for just over 24 hours. I felt the owners should describe that you DO NOT have a generator for the house and the toilets and water don’t work without electricity. Colby (from property managers) brought over ice and a small portable generator for a few lights but it wasn’t enough to even run the refrigerator. On the upside, the house is overall adequate, the views are beautiful from the living area only, as its too buggy to sit outside much. There was plenty of lounge chairs and snorkel gear provided. On the downside, the kitchen is quite small with no food storage area, but decent cookware and utensils, there are not windows in the master bedroom and it’s upstairs so its difficult to keep it cool enough. Overall, I thought St John and the location of the home was wonderful, but I don’t think we would rent this particular house again because of the price of the rental vs. the house layout and it’s lack of a generator that can run the refrigerator, water and toilet systems.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chocolate Hole fun!
Upon our arrival we were greeted by the house manager and introduced to the property. Communication was good from the get-go. The location of the house is superb and secluded. Chocolate Hole Bay is nestled in a small neighborhood and provides great sunsets and amazing snorkeling right in your backyard. Our group enjoyed experiencing everything the island had to offer. We snorkeled, we hit restaurants and shopping, and did some fishing as well. Oh the house is in good shape and has a split upper and lower level. The pool and deck are great but if visiting in March bring bug spray because the no-see-ums are bad around dawn and dusk. During our visit, the lower section of the home had a mildew smell. Once we reported this to the managers they reacted quickly with a o-zone machine. Overall the house is nice, The location is great, and the island is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
We had a great time here for a family vacation. Place is quiet and secluded which is great. Snorkeling is as great here as anywhere else on the island we visited. Saw lots of turtles every day feeding in the grasses. Careful with sea urchins as they were everywhere on the way out to snorkel. Property manager was attentive with small items that need attention as well. Hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Charming house. Set up well for families with kids. Could knit-pick the house but overall it was good. My only real negative of the house is privacy. We had two families (5 and 4 each family). Great location and snorkeling. Couple of resident turtles in chocolate hole we watched every morning. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Karen B., Morganton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Beautiful view right on the bay, but don't plan on using the lower level
The house was actually very surface clean, the main section smelled wonderful & the views are as posted, but that and the excellent communication of the manager and well -assisted check in process was completely marred by the fact that the home is rented as a 5 bedroom with 2nd living area and yet 2 bedrooms and that 2nd living area (also unknowingly with an outside separate back entrance which might not be ideal for those with young kids) are totally unusable due to the extremely strong odor of mold/mildew & possibly urine! Upon arrival the house manager was continuously urging us all to bunk up together in the main part of the house just because, even suggesting we use the supplied air mattresses but never escorted us to the basement. We were fortunate to only be a group of 3 moms with 3 daughters and did end up bunking with our girls but that is not what was rented. The bedroom to the left of the kitchen needs maintenance - sliding door comes off track and the bathroom door can get stuck closed so neither could be fully closed for privacy. Though the reef is not is great shape in Chocolate Hole, we were able to piece together about 3 snorkel sets(bring your own if possible) & see some fish, a couple turtles & and an octopus! The bay was also adequate for some open water swim workouts. The paddle boards are getting worn but are still usable & had paddles. A couple of the sea kayaks were usable after draining all the water out of them (not stored or plugged well). We never saw one person use the rocky beach at the end of the bay except to come in from their anchored boat in the bay & a couple people paddle boarded from there. As the manager told us on arrival, "you will spend most of your time at the sandy beaches around the island". A couple recommendations if you are renting this place: *The power will go out at some point. Bring your backup portable charger and keep it charged. Though you will hear the hum of generators around you, this house doesn't have one. *The tap water is very drinkable but buy extra gallons to have on hand as when the power goes out, you will NOT be able to use ANY WATER SOURCES (house manager did tell us not to use the water/flush toilets etc "just in case when/if it might go out") During our stay we lost power from 1-4 hrs and up to 13 hrs) *If you want to charter a boat, highly recommend Bad Kitty Charters - book directly *driveway to house is VERY narrow but never scratched the car *AC unit 1st bdrm puddles
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Garret G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View
Beautiful location on Chocolate Hole. Short drive to downtown . House had a great layout.and was stocked with everything you need. Kitchen was a bit small and could use some updating. No real pantry fior groceries. Overall a nice place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy B., Noblesville, IN, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven in the form of St John
Wife and I have visited St Thomas, St John, and St Croix and we will retire to St John. Just a perfect place to relax. BeachWalk is a dream. Great accessible location. Close to Cruz Bay, but private and remote enough to unwind. Snorkeling outside the house is amazing as advertised. Heathy reef ecosystem with coral and fish galore! House was well stocked and the property managers attentive but not over bearing. In short exactly as advertised
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021

About the host

Hosted by John and Vicky Daly

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We are John and Vicky and are veterinarians in Virginia. We honeymooned on St John at Caneel in 1993 and have now returned over 100 times. We love to sail, snorkel, and listen to the sea breeze and surf just outside our panoramic windows at Beach Walk. Our daughter and dog also love Beach Walk. Especially exploring all the coral along the shore, finding hermit crabs, and spotting iguanas in the trees.

Why they chose this property

One of St John's best locations due to being located adjacent to a magnificent Tropical Reef. Very convenient to groceries, shopping, restaurants, Cruz Bay, and the north shore beaches.

What makes this property unique

Kayaks, Snorkel gear, and paddle boards free of charge. Beach Walk is a rare find being located on some of St John's most beautiful waters. Swim and snorkel and kayak without always having to drive somewhere. The sounds and sights are remarkable at our waterside villa. Some of the best fun on St John is our tropical reef right outside your door.

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