SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY - Estate Salt River

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Our BIG BEAUTIFUL POOL filtered by mineral salts, not chlorine. gorgeous setting

Half mile long allee of Royal Palms leads to a little piece of paradise.

Peaceful and virtually private, the beach is groomed daily.

Fantastic views. See and hear the relaxing rhythm of the surf throughout condo

The newly remodeled kitchen includes a fridge with icemaker,

Overview
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Location
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6141.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Christiansted, St Croix

Sugar Beach
‪14 min drive‬
Cane Bay
‪15 min drive‬
Cane Bay Beach
‪16 min drive‬
Christiansted (SSB-St. Croix Seaplane Base)
‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Front Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY

EXTRA CLEANING MEASURES ARE BEING TAKEN TO ENSURE GUEST SAFETY
.***ABOUT GENTLE WINDS****
– Gentle Winds is one of St Croix's premier vacation condos. Only 64 units on 45 lush acres. No high-rise. No crowds. (Only about forty units are available to rent; the others are used exclusively as second homes.)
– Located centrally on St. Croix's mostly undeveloped scenic North Shore. Gentle Winds is adjacent to Salt River National Park and Ecological Preserve.

– Restaurants, shopping, marina, diving, kayaking, 18 hole Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course just minutes away.
– 15 to 20 minutes from picturesque, historic Christiansted and Frederiksted
– Gentle Winds has one of the island's most beautiful swim and snorkel beaches and is virtually private. There is a safety rope demarcating the sandy bottomed swim area. Lounge chairs and shaded tiki huts are numerous and readily available.
– Enjoy one of St Croix's most beautiful pools, a huge salt water pool (not chlorinated) in a gorgeous setting.
– There are tennis/pickleball courts, a four hole golf practice green, club house with game room, a tiki bar for drinks and lunch, basketball court and pirate-themed children's play area. Sporting equipment like balls, tennis racquets and golf clubs are available to borrow 24-7 for free!
– Peaceful, friendly ambiance, but lots of exciting activities are available close by.
BE SURE TO READ ON FOR DETAILS ABOUT C-1 ITSELF

------------- C-1 IS SPECIAL!----------------
-- C-1 is a first floor end unit with garden room, screened porch and intimate patio – a spacious 1520 square feet. C-1 is one of only about a half dozen units with a patio
-- Cheerful, tropical décor, original works by local artists
-- Stunning views to pool and sea. You can see the breakers from all the rooms except the bathrooms, and land-side bedroom.
-- Direct access to the pool area and the beach; just one step down from the patio and a short stroll across the lawn.
-- Off-street parking right at the front door
-- 2 bedrooms, (1 king, 1 queen) 2 baths, plus queen pull-out sofa in front room .
-- Fully equipped kitchen
-- Side-by-side fridge dispenses ice cubes and crushed ice
-- All linens including beach towels provided
-- Washer/Dryer in unit
-- Ideally sited to capture the refreshing trade winds off the sea. Central A/C if you prefer.
***DIVERSIONS***
-- Large flat screen TV, Apple TV for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc., news, sports, and streaming thousands of movies.
-- Blu-ray / DVD, music, etc., CD and Radio
-- Toys, games, puzzles, books, beach toys, snorkels
-- Coolers and folding beach chairs for your excursions are always at hand in our private storage room

C-1 is the Ideal accommodations for a romantic hideaway or for families with children.
SENIORS: Master bath is senior friendly with grab bars for tub and toilet. Also, being a ground floor unit, C-1 has just a few steps at entry, one step to pool and beach

Property manager

Maresa Fanelli Evans

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking indoors, please.

PLEASE! CLOSE WINDOWS & DOORS IF YOU RUN THE A/C! If you go out for the day adjust set point to 82 degrees or higher. Electric 5X stateside rate!

Base rate quoted is for 2 guests which is standard in the hospitality industry. There is an extra guest fee of $15 per guest for more than 2 guests

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Christiansted

Located in Christiansted, this condo is on the beach. Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Little Princess Estate reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cruzan Gardens and St. George Village Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Christiansted, St Croix

What's nearby

Salt River Bay National Historical Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Little Princess Estate - 13 min drive - 8.2 km
Sugar Beach - 14 min drive - 9.1 km
Cane Bay - 15 min drive - 6.8 km
Cane Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 10.7 km

Getting around

Christiansted (SSB-St. Croix Seaplane Base) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

‪La Reine Chicken Shack - ‬11 min drive
‪Blues Backyard BBQ - ‬11 min drive
‪Wendy’s - ‬12 min drive
‪Little Caesars - Kmart - ‬12 min drive
‪Yum Yum Fast Food - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY located?

This Christiansted condo building is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Salt River Bay National Historical Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cane Bay and Little Princess Estate. Sugar Beach and Cruzan Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

22 Feb 2025

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

Great property!

We really enjoyed our stay at Gentle Winds. The condo itself is well decorated and in a great location. Robert and Maresa are prompt and detailed - checkin and checkout were a breeze. The central location was amazing for us, as we left everyday to check out new beaches, hike and explore different places on the island. The only feedback I’d give is that Gentle Winds in general was an older community, and the beach isn’t super accessible (pretty rocky and the waves can be a bit strong on the north side). We weren’t welcomed by some of the other owners and were told we were outsiders when trying to stay on the beach under a tiki hut.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

1 Jan 2025

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

Xmas

Condo was perfect - very clean and perfect for our family! We loved all the amenities; especially pickle ball!!The location of the unit was very private and great view of beach and pool area !!It was only a short ride to cane bay and Christiansted !!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

29 June 2024

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

Fantastic.

Stayed in Unit C1. Hope to go back and stay again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leisa G.

12 June 2024

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

Wonderful property and location

My husband, 2 grandchildren and I recently returned from St. Croix. The condominium and property were exactly what we were wanting for our vacation. It was very quiet and uncrowded. The pool and beach area are beautiful and the bar/grill is very convenient. We would definitely return to Gentle Winds condominium.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

22 May 2024

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

St. Croix vacation

Property is in a great location on the island. Nice beach and pool with a beach bar. We would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

21 Apr 2024

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

Totally great

Great location, excellent host! St. Croix is always as relaxing as you want it to be and Gentle Winds condos are amazing. The beach is great. Nick and his crew at the Snack Shack are wonderful. If you go to St. Croix, Big Beards for a 1/2 day snorkel to Buck Island is a must!! Also at least one meal at the Chicken Shack.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

4 Feb 2024

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

Great Location on St. Croix

We enjoyed a weeks stay at Gentle Winds Condo. It is on the north shore near Salt Cay, between Christiansted and Frederiksted. The owners were very easy to work with and prompt with all correspondence/ They generously allowed us to shift our stay to accommodate a travel delay.. The complex is on a massive green space abutting the ocean. Plenty of room for long walks and getting some sun. Maresa's unit has an ocean view with a short walk to the beach. We made good use of the beach and pool every day. The beach shack on property had great drinks and was handy for lunches. The condo itself was very comfortable and well equipped. Pretty much everything you need. We found the screened in porch to be great for evenings. You will need a car to enjoy the island and sites. The roads are a bit of a challenge due to the numerous potholes. But we got more used to them as the week progressed. We highly recommend taking the Buck Island boat excursion (snorkeling) through Big Beards in Christiansted. There are a few restaurant / bars nearby (10 minute drive) in the Cane Bay area. The views at The Landing and Off the Wall were great. These are casual beach grills. We did not do any fine dining. Food was good. Leatherback brewery, at the south end of island, had excellent pizza, beer and drinks. We highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to go back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

29 Jan 2024

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

Relaxing Getaway

This is a charming condo in a great location

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron K.

20 Jan 2024

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

The perfect location

An absolutely amazing place to unwind

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette S., Ogden usa

6 Nov 2023

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

St Croix Paradise

Gentle Winds is a beautiful property. There was two days of our vacation that we didn’t even leave the property it is that nice. Loved the beach area on the property and the pool and the beach shack for lunch and drinks. Such a relaxing vacation. Robert and Maresa were wonderful hosts, took care of any concerns we had promptly. Would definitely stay here again. Hopefully soon.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

1 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful exerience!

This condo was lovely, clean, well appointed and the location is amazing! Great hosts-easy to communicate with and they were very supportive. Gentle Winds is a perfect vacation community. Big salt water pool, fun beach shack that serves drinks and beautiful beach. We rented 4 condos in this community for a family reunion. The amenities were perfect for all ages-basketball court, tennins/pickle ball court/playground and shuffleboard and more!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

7 July 2023

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

VacationMomma

We had an absolute amazing time at this condo. My family fit comfortably. The Condo has a King bed which slept my husband and I, a Queen which slept my teen and my 7 YO, and a sofa pullout bed which was comfortable enough for my 16 YO. The condo is located directly in front of the pool, the beach and the beach shack. It was a short walk to all these amenities and made it easy to peak out the window and check on my kids (I could see the pool from the condo). The condo is located in a very serene location surrounded by lush mountains and the ocean. We made several trips away from the condo because there is so much to see and do in St Croix but it was nice to come "home" to our amazing "backyard" to relax and enjoy some yummy food and drinks from the Beach Shack. Very family friendly, grocery store (Food Town) was less than 2 miles away, also 12 minutes away from the Cane Bay Beach area which had great snorkeling and great restaurants in the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

26 June 2023

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Amazing Condo and Condo Complex

We stayed at the condo including 3 adults and 2 children. The children shared the entry room with pull out bed. The owners are very responsive to any needs you have during your stay. The condo was perfect for the 5 us and did not feel crowded at all. The sun room and exterior garden area are a huge benefit over other condos in the property. We enjoyed the complex and it is very good for all types of travelers. For us, having the uncrowded pool and beach area for the kids without ever having to worry about them was a huge bonus. It's such a private and secure setting. The north side of St Croix is where the tourists tend to stay and being in the middle of the island has its benefits. It's easy to go to one side or the other on day excursions. Even staying at the complex was great. I highly recommend everything about this unit and location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S., Mullica Hill, NJ

30 May 2023

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

Fantastic Property

The property had all the comforts of home with spectacular views that totally made our week more enjoyable. Just a very short walk to the pool and beautiful beach. As an extra bonus, we were able to enjoy the excellent food and cocktails daily at The Sunny Shack! We would certainly recommend this rental and look forward to returning again someday in the future. Communication with the owner/manager was excellent.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

26 May 2023

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

Beautiful place, not crowded.

Nice condo, dishwasher kept stopping though!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie D.

15 May 2023

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

Accomodating

We were booked to stay in unit C1. Unfortunately when we arrived the air conditioning was not working. The owners fortunately were quick too act and we moved to the building next door in their friends unit B3. The air condition in this unit was brand new and worked wonderfully. The only issue was the unit had not been throughly cleaned. I gave a cleanliness 5 star only because the original unit C1 was cleaned properly. We should have requested the unit be cleaned over but with the moving in and then moving to a different unit, we just wanted to start our vacation. After 2 days in the replacement unit, the owners claimed the unit air was fixed and for us to move back. At this point we just weren't hearing that. It was unseasonably HOT, there were 4 of us and we had belongings for 9 days. At that point it was too much of an undertaking. After a lot of going back and forth with the owners, they finally agreed we'd finish our vacation in unit B3. The beach was nice and it was great to have a bar and snack shack on the beach. The pool was nice and clean and I appreciated that there was an outside shower to rinse off in. The one thing I would warn about.. I did not like the winding roads to get up to the property. At night with no street lights was terrifying and traveling west during the sun setting was blinding. We've been to st croix many times and it was nice to have the space, the beach and comfort of the condo but I really preferred being closer to town. Just a matter of preference. Bottom line, the owners Bob and Marrisa were very accommodating.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

3 Feb 2023

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

A Little Slice of Paradise

We absolutely loved our stay at Gentle Winds C1 condo. The condo was equipped with everything you could possible need for a relaxing vacation. The breeze was wonderful we didn't need the air-conditioner and felt very comfortable. The condo was exactly as described. The pool, beach and the Sunny Shack made it feel as though we were at a resort. We did rent a jeep which we used to explore St. Croix's history, culture and beautiful beaches. Still much more left to see and do. Looking forwrd to our next stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caity L.

24 Jan 2023

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

Had Everything we Needed in Paradise!

At Gentle Winds, we found exactly what we needed for a relaxful vacation. The condo was in a good location on the island, the pool, beach and grounds well cared for. The unit itself comes fully stocked with everything you need to cook or to go to the beach! It is a little older of a unit, but again well maintained with newer appliances. We had some contact with the host during our stay and they were amazing in response time. Overall, I would highly recommend this home to family or for two couples traveling together (both bedroom were ensuites which is always a plus!). Thank you for sharing your home with us and giving us the best time in St. Croix!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

15 Jan 2023

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

Island Life

Great experience at this property.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

11 Jan 2023

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Great experience

Excellent property, wonderful beach, peaceful setting, great host

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

14 Nov 2022

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

Relaxing tropical condo

Perfect location for a relaxing visit with lots of ocean and pool time. Lots of great restaurants within a short drive.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Michael M.

15 Oct 2022

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

Enjoyed Our Stay

Very nice condo in an excellent location. The description was spot on. Will keep this property in mind for our next trip.

Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randall H.

25 Sept 2022

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

Beautiful views

The property was amazing. Beautiful views of beach and pool. Great stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

27 Aug 2022

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

Gorgeous Getaway!

What a gorgeous condo and property. We arrived later than expected and when we arrived at Gentle Winds, immediately we were in awe of how beautiful the condo was. Sparkling clean and a perfect location. We enjoyed the beautiful pool every single day after trips to beaches around the island (be prepared to drive to them, though). Everything was there for us-and I mean everything - a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of clean towels, wash cloths, toiletries, everything! From the minute we booked, Maresa provided us with excellent information to make the trip amazing. Don't hesitate to book. You will not be disappointed. We loved it!! Thank you Meresa!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cassie H.

13 Aug 2022

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

Wonderful visit to STX...

Gentle Winds is the perfect location when visiting STX. It is centrally located on island to both Christiansted & Fredricksted. They have a common area by the pool/ beach that is perfect for larger groups to gather. The unit itself had everything we needed to feel at home.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maresa Fanelli Evans

Dr. Evans is a native Cruzan but has lived in Ohio for the last 30 years. We have been visiting St Croix every year and finally found the ideal retirement getaway.

Why they chose this property

Gentle Winds is ideally situated, close to points of interest, restaurants and shopping. It has one of the nicest beaches and is in one of the loveliest areas of the island, the beautiful North Shore .
C-1 is a spacious end unit, freshly decorated and has a bright, light, cheerful tropical decor.

What makes this property unique

C-1 is special because it is an end unit with a garden room which gives it an expansive feel. It also has a little patio as well as a screened porch (known as a 'gallery' locally) accessible from the living room and the master bedroom. With only nine buildings and a total of 66 units, there is a neighborly atmosphere and every one is friendly yet there is a sense of privacy.

Languages:

English, French, Italian

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10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

Great property!

Jill H.

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Xmas

Karen L.

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

Fantastic.

Kellie D.

10/10 Excellent

Leisa G.

Wonderful property and location

Leisa G.

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

St. Croix vacation

Dave L.

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

Totally great

Jen P.

10/10 Excellent

Alan M.

Great Location on St. Croix

Alan M.

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

Relaxing Getaway

Vicki B.

10/10 Excellent

Cameron K.