Esprit: Amazing Views of the BVI! Year-Round Breezes!

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3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 60.1 sq m

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Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

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Explore the area

Coral Bay, St John

Virgin Islands National Park
9 min drive
Waterlemon Cay
11 min drive
Cinnamon Bay
18 min drive
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
223 min walk

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Located in the Virgin Islands National Park on Bordeaux Mountain, St. John’s highest peak, sits Esprit, a luxurious Island retreat. Commanding an unbelievable view of Coral Bay and the British Virgin Islands, this Villa also enjoys refreshing year-round breezes. Esprit is centrally located, an easy drive down to Cruz or Coral Bay and just 10 minutes from the magical beaches of the North Shore.

As for the Villa itself, it offers a perfect balance of comfort, style and privacy. The owner’s personal artistic touches abound throughout this bright and colorful home that is cooled by trade winds all year long. The great room is complete with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable living and dining spaces, and a home entertainment center. Several tiers of balconies overlook the valley below, and the sunny lower deck boasts a pool and outdoor shower. The three bedrooms can comfortably accommodate up to 6 people. You’ll also find the interior staircase leading to two bedroom suites is perfect for families with younger children.

Property manager

Catered To Vacation Homes

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

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"It's About Time" for your well deserved getaway to the beautiful Caribbean!

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 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

About the area

St. John

Located near the beach, this villa is in Upper Carolina, a neighbourhood in St. John. 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. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

Coral Bay, St John

What's nearby

Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive
Maho Beach - 12 min drive
Cinnamon Bay Beach - 14 min drive
Cinnamon Bay - 18 min drive
Trunk Bay - 20 min drive

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

‪Skinny Legs - ‬11 min drive
‪Greengo’s - ‬24 min drive
‪The Windmill Bar - ‬19 min drive
‪Morgan's Mango - ‬24 min drive
‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Esprit: Amazing Views of the BVI! Year-Round Breezes! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Esprit: Amazing Views of the BVI! Year-Round Breezes!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Esprit: Amazing Views of the BVI! Year-Round Breezes!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Esprit: Amazing Views of the BVI! Year-Round Breezes! located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Emmaus Moravian Church. Cinnamon Bay and Johnson Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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8/10 Good

Ronald B.

14 Aug 2024

Ballinger Stay

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8/10 Good

Ronald B.

13 Aug 2024

Ballinger Stay

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10/10 Excellent

Terrah A.

1 Apr 2024

Awesome week at Esprit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed a beautiful, relaxing week at the lovely Esprit villa. Villa was very clean and had everything we needed for the perfect week! The view is spectacular from high up on Bordeaux Mountain!

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10/10 Excellent

Lilly P., northampton, ma

28 Feb 2024

Paradise

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8/10 Good

Mary Caitlin W.

13 Feb 2024

We can't wait to come back!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: An amazing home base for your time in St. John. Morning coffee watching the sun rise with a breathtaking view is the perfect way to start each day. Home is equipped with everything you need. We were 4 adults and 3 kids. It was the perfect size. We loved the pool and appreciated the beach towels and chairs. Having a host greet us qt our car rental was a gift and made the day so smooth to follow her over! Thank you, we can't wait to come back!!

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6/10 Okay

Debbie W., Milwaukee WI

22 Jan 2024

Beautiful View and Breeze Above Coral Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a quiet peaceful stay for 2 weeks in January. House has a charming cottage exterior, and is comfortably furnished. It is older, and on 3 levels-the grill is 2 stories away from the dining area, if steps matter to you.

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10/10 Excellent

Libby M.

31 Mar 2023

Incredible views!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The view from Villa Esprit is astounding. We just couldn't get enough! We loved being on Bordeaux Mountain. While the drive is extremely steep and winding, my husband enjoyed doing the driving once he got comfortable. The Catered To staff were very helpful, meeting us ahead of time in Cruz Bay, then driving to the villa and walking us through. The villa itself, which sold recently, needs some love, especially the exterior of the house and the living room furniture. The third, garden level bedroom with it's own entrance and bath, had dead ants everywhere and smelled too bad to use. We didn't need it, but some guests may find this problematic. There was a construction project going on right next door which started promptly at 7:00am. This was fine for us, but again, could be troublesome for other renters. Catered To did not mention this ahead, which would have been nice. In general, we adored our stay and would go back in the future.

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

23 Mar 2023

Bordeaux Beauty

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8/10 Good

Angela B.

28 Jan 2023

Amazing Views!

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Definitely one of the most beautiful views! My family of 4 enjoyed our stay at Espirit and St. John. The home is in a beautiful location that is more peaceful than staying in Cruz Bay. On the flip side, it is a 25 minute drive to town on winding, hilly roads so keep that in mind. The house itself was clean and we loved the outdoor and garden showers. With some updating and new furnishings it would be a 5+! The view more than accommodates for that though!

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

12 Dec 2022

Bordeaux Beauty

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A fantastic stay in a beautiful villa atop Bordeaux Mountain. Catered Too is very professional and a delight to work with. The villa accommodated our family very well. Lots of space to spread out, beautiful gardens, and of course the views and breezes are top notch!

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10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

21 June 2022

Perfect Getaway!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Esprit was a great place and location for our family's first trip to St. John. From watching the sun rise by Tortola every morning on the deck with birds chirping all around to being centrally located for heading to every beach around the island, the villa was perfect! And Catered To was fantastic -- from island info before arrival to our greeter who met us at the dock and made sure we got settled ... all top notch!

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10/10 Excellent

Karen P., Raleigh, NC

3 June 2022

A Hidden Jewel in St. John

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was everything promised and more! You simply can't beat the views! This was our 1st trip to St. John & we were worried about the location, but it was absolutely perfect! Took less than 15-20 mins to get to most Bays & Cays! The home itself was a gem! From the indoor/outdoor bathrooms to views from every level, you're not going to want to leave!! Did I mention the sunrises and the amazing breezes?? Would definitely lease again!!

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10/10 Excellent

Laura Q., Alexandria, Virginia

24 May 2022

beautiful view

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: our family of 4 stayed at Esprit and had a wonderful week. its a steep climb to get to but was worth it.Really enjoyed staying close to Coral bay.Our daily routine was to go to the pool in the morning and hit the beaches after lunch til abot 5 or 6pm, than came home to cook dinner and relax outside.Extra bonus was a lovely orange cat that came to visit us everyday.

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10/10 Excellent

Frances H.

18 May 2022

Christmas 2019

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Esprit does have amazing views! We had a lovely week in Esprit, enjoying touring St. John by day and relaxing by night. It was great to be welcomed by the staff at CateredTo -- very responsive and helpful. They helped us identify provisioners and worked with them so that we had food waiting for us when we arrived. We will remember this vacation fondly for years to come and hope to return!

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10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

18 May 2022

Lovely Villa with a Spectacular View

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Esprit has a great view toward Coral Bay and the BVIs. Lovely house with everything you'll need for a wonderful vacation. Bit of a drive to get up there (25 min from Cruz Bay).

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

28 Apr 2022

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

Lovely view

Such a beautiful view. If we weren’t at the beach, we were longing on the balcony or in an Adirondack by the pool. The breeze keeps the bugs at bay, which was a pleasant surprise. Only watch-out - there is a crew working on a house next door and they start banging by 7am. We were always up by then, but others may mind more than us.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

19 Mar 2022

Family vacation 2022

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wow!! The place was absolutely beautiful! One of the best views ever! Landscaping was awesome! Loved the front porch when it got too windy but that balcony! Got up early every morning to see the sunrise!

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8/10 Good

Don S.

26 Feb 2022

Definitely Breezy

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been coming to St John for about 15 years and this was the first time we have been rained out for multiple days. There is a pretty big temperature difference between the villa location and when you get to the beach or Cruz Bay. Make sure to have a long sleeve shirt for sitting out on the deck in the evenings. It has been mentioned in previous reviews about the furniture being "tired", I agree with that. Nothing awful but, an upgrade in furnishings would be welcome. Overall though, it is a nice place.

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6/10 Okay

Maureen L.

19 Feb 2022

Esprit

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great view, but too windy to enjoy outdoor decks. Much better on pool deck to enjoy outdoors. Home was well equipped but very, very shopworn and kinda soiled. Had a visit from a fruit rat. Lots of mosquitoes

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10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

16 Jan 2022

great spot

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8/10 Good

Michael P.

5 Jan 2022

Review for Esprit in Coral Bay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have been to St. John many times and love the low-key vibe of Coral Bay. Esprit was a great location for visiting all the beauty that is St. John. The villa was clean and had almost everything we needed. The gardens around it are beautiful and the view is breathtaking, especially in the early morning. The villa sits at nearly the top of Bordeaux Mountain so it is quite windy in the late afternoons and evenings. The villa itself could use some updating. The couches and chair cushions were stained, the pool light didn't work, cupboards are old and worn. The top deck outdoor furniture is quite old and uncomfortable. But these are mostly cosmetic things. The table by the pool was falling apart and Catered To had a replacement there within a day. Their service was outstanding.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H., Longmont, Colorado

13 Dec 2021

Perfect Location!

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8/10 Good

Samuel J.

6 Aug 2021

Esprit is a bit tired

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We love St John. We love Catered To. The view and area of Esprit is great. In general everything was fine. Bed was wonderful; bath good and super towels; bedroom a/c very good; pool lovely; WiFi upstairs very good as was TV; plenty of beach chairs and towels; good supply of dishes and utensils. Here are some of the problems: Esprit is very tired. Kitchen gas stove top has one burner that lights automatically, one doesn't work at all, the other two require a hand lighter.Sink is chipped and area around it (grout etc.) needs re-do. Living room furniture old, cushions dirty from age/use and sunk in. Most of outdoor furniture is wooden and old; splintery; needs cushions. In master bath shower the window/screen is held in but lots of duct-tape; ceiling fan blades rusting. WiFi doesn't reach downstairs. Needs a extender. As I said, we had a very good time. Catered To is the best. They respond, they answer questions, they are helpful. But Esprit needs a real good spruce up, refresh. I'd recommend Esprit...but with reservations. Not a 4-5 star villa. I'd say 3+

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10/10 Excellent

Melinda B.

5 Aug 2021

Fabulous Property and Company

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fabulous stay at Espirit. We had never stayed on this side of St John and I was worried about the location but it was great. Very quiet and serene with beautiful views. And lots of chirping birds! The house was wonderful, perfect layout for us. The view were outstanding and the breezes made it very comfortable - even in July. Catered To was great to work with. Very responsive and helpful with everything. I highly recommend this home and Catered To.

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