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St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
St John, VI
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guests Cottage

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush

It is an open air cottage with an amazing view! The constant breeze, lush landscaping and outdoor showers are some of cottage's best features. It truly has that charm and coziness to make your island vacation a relaxing one! There are AC units in both bedrooms so you stay nice and cool at night. With the touch of an interior designer, this property boasts an updated and comfy feel. The house is located 5 minutes (driving) to town just above the Westin in the sought out neighborhood, Chocolate Hole.

Property manager

Knot Properties
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach.
Map
St John, VI

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Trunk Bay - 18 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 68 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 - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is St. John Caribbean Cottage! Beautiful Property Close to Town; Quiet and Lush located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Hart Bay and Great Cruz Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

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

Lovely Property

Came to visit STJ with a group of friends for my 40th bday. We LOVED this home- the view is amazing!The beds were comfortable and the home had everything we needed including beach chairs, snorkel equipment, and a cooler! Would love to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

Great porch, great views

Our family including a 4 year old and 1 year old stayed here for a week. The check in process was a breeze with the property manager meeting us at the jeep rental to take us to the property and show us around. It was really nice to have the porch/yard area for the kids to play around on as we unwound after spending the day at the beach. The property comes well equipped with everything you need for the beach as well and a well stocked kitchen. Great location easy drive into Cruz Bay, 15-20 minutes from North Shore beaches. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Wonderful stay

The property location was convenient to Cruz Bay and the scenery was amazing. The hosts were great as they communicated effectively.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

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

Caribbean Oasis

An adorable Caribbean cottage! Such charm and character! Amazing views of the bay from the porch. Comfortable living room for our family of 4. Well stocked kitchen for cooking and making drinks. We made such wonderful memories. We were happy to have some rain to enjoy cards, crafts and relaxing in the house. Outdoor showers were nice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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

Perfect for our family

This was an amazing spot, great views, beautiful landscaping and wonderful decor. The kitchen was well stocked and they had beach gear including a cooler and umbrella which made our beach experience amazing. The beds were comfy and the bedrooms cozy. The manager met us in town to bring us to the unit, which I have mixed feelings about, however she was friendly and said that it helped the client not get lost, which I can see could be a problem. Generally, when I go on vacation I’m just wanting to be just my family members right off the bat. Other than this, I absolutely enjoyed staying here, and hope to come back someday!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Paradise

Myself and 4 friends stayed here. We usually stay at the Westin and this was our first time doing a Vrbo rental. The house was absolutely amazing! Had everything we needed, the best view and the best vibes. The kitchen had everything, both main rooms had AC that worked really well. Very easy to get into town. We walked to the Westin and caught a taxi when we weren’t using our car. We had the best time and will 100% be back at the Estate chocolate Hole!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Kim B.

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

Amazing view and convenient location

We absolutely loved the cottage and guest house. We had two couple in our party, so the separate quarters provided ample privacy. The outdoor space was perfect for relaxing with morning coffee and after a long day at the beach. The house was quick to get to from Cruz Bay, but also along Centerline Road for trips to the North side and Coral Bay. The host was very accommodating and shared great tips for the area. We enjoyed cards and games provided at the house most evenings. I will note the property could sleep 6 as the main house had 2 bedrooms, but just a master bath. The separate guest house has a bedroom and en-suite bath. We would certainly return to this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

James H., Calgary

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

Cost effective location with great views

Pro’s: great location, beautiful views, nature setting, tree frogs and sounds of nature, very fair price for setting Con’s: Nest camera over entrance way that presumably can listen to all discussions on front room which is not cool. Outdoor dining room, but no indoor table or even coffee table so all food is outdoor (some mozzies) or crammed on your lap. No normal TV, apparently has Chrome TV, needs an app downloaded, we did not bother. No AC in main room only a loud AC in the master bedroom. Needs a larger frying pan for cooking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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

Great and unique Villa

Estate at Chocolate Hole is a wonderful villa/house. It’s a quick 4 min drive to Cruz Bay, just up the hill from the Westin. The house is spacious with all the amenities you’ll need for your stay. It has 2 very nice bedrooms(A/C in each bedroom) with bathrooms attached, and an extra room with another bed. We were only a party of 2, so obviously we weren’t crowded at all. Can easily accommodate 2 couples and 2 kids comfortably. The unique part is the second main bedroom is in a separate guest house 8 steps from the main building. I loved it. The house itself was extremely clean and is stocked with anything and everything you’d ever need for a vacation—all kitchen appliances, bathroom amenities, indoor and outdoor seating, etc. Beach chairs, cooler, and towels are provided. Bring your own snorkel gear. The view is spectacular. I would, and we did, rent a Jeep. It allows you the freedom to truly enjoy all that St. John offers. We took taxis a few times and they were fine and reliable. $8/person to get to Cruz Bay. The beaches are close—10min to Hawksnest, 15min to Maho. Property manager was great. We only talked to Lauren on our arrival and departure. That’s how stress-free, and issue-free our stay was. We would definitely stay here again. Don’t hesitate to book this place, you’ll be very happy!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

LARI B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

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

Nice Bungalow

Great location, beautiful view. Nice big porch. 2 outdoor showers with hot water lasting 10 minutes
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stefano P.

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

Beautiful cottage!

The property is really nice - you feel home the moment you walk in. View is amazing and I really enjoyed drinking my morning coffee outside with the ocean in front of my eyes. The house is big and there an additional guest house right next to it which is great in case you have kids. The covered space outside is gorgeous with plenty of space to relax, eat or take a nap (there is an hammock). For people who enjoy to prepare their meals at home (especially given covid) there is a very big assortments of utensils, kitchenware and you won't need to bring anything from home. For us it was really a great spot.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristy, ARNOLD

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an amazing property for our family to stay in for a week! The photos don't do it justice. It is a gorgeous cottage with wonderful amenities and so comfortable. We arrived Christmas night and the host had left all of the lights on and a video of a crackling fire on the TV that was also playing soft Christmas music. So welcoming! It is not clear in the description but there is a whole separate "guest" cottage next to the main cottage, so there are three bedrooms - two with king beds and one with a queen. The two king rooms have great air conditioning and the queen room has so much air flow that it didn't need A/C (in December). The guest cottage has its own bathroom and outdoor shower. The main house kitchen is well-stocked with anything you could need to cook meals. We ate at the cottage a lot because of COVID and there being so many people in town that we weren't able to get dinner reservations - even by calling the week before. It was so nice to have a variety of pots and pans, knives, cutting boards, spices, and anything you could need for cooking. One thing to note if you haven't been to the island is that the roads are crazy steep and winding and are not walkable except in the downtown area and on the trails. This includes the driveway to this property - extremely steep! Rent a jeep if at all possible! We had a sedan car and every time we went up the driveway I wondered if we would make it and we scraped on most of the speed bumps.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Classic St John Bungalow

Beautiful setting in the hillside above Chocolate Hole allows for an amazing views. Quiet and tucked away - comfortable and eco-friendly. Rustic and cabin-like but has all you need for a lovely getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Frank G., Austin

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

A peaceful and comfortable retreat with amazing views!

This property was recently added to Vrbo and I'm always a bit nervous about selecting a new and unrated property (we're frequent Vrbo renters having rented 3 properties in St John alone this year prior to this trip), but my family and I were pleasantly surprised. The photos, location, and description of the property and its amenities are all accurate. The only thing that I missed in the description of the property is that there is no clothes dryer (a nice new washer but no dryer) which required us to hang our clothes on a clothesline behind the property. I've nothing against the eco-friendly way of drying laundry but due to the humidity, it took a very long time for our clothes to dry and left everything thing with a musty smell. That includes the linens found in the bedrooms, towels, etc., and hence my reason for the 4-star rating on cleanliness (the musty odor). My recommendation to the property owner is to replace that big washer with a small energy-efficient stackable. But, honestly, it's a minor ding. Another suggestion for the property owner is that although the property is well ventilated, has ceiling fans, and a constant breeze, the summertime high temps and humidity beg for more A/C. primarily in the living room area (not just the window units in the bedrooms which work just fine for those areas). The home is built like most homes on St John that survived Maria with poured concrete walls and masonry that effectively turn the inside into an oven as the sun beats down on it during the day. More fans would help. Overall, this is a great property and I'd highly recommend it to anyone who has a small family of between 4 and 6. If you're sensitive about drying laundry there's an excellent laundry service nearby and if you're sensitive about warm interiors, I'd suggest waiting until the fall or early spring to rent this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ritchie B.

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

Wonderful Views & Vibe

Such a wonderful week we had overlooking St John in this wonderful cottage. All the amenities required from beach chairs, towels, soaps & shampoo to all the cooking utensils required & grill! Perfectly located near Cruz Bay so quick access to restaurants, beaches but also a bit removed so you can get out of the rush when you want.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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