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Privacy, gorgeous ocean views overlooking the harbour of Cruz Bay and the islands in Pillsbury Sound. Amazing 14 x 21 pool with steps, sitting ledge and deep end. Plenty of room for gatherings with friends and family or quiet time.

Morning coffee on the deck? Upper deck with ocean views and hilltop breezes - Large sitting and eating area - oh those views!

Romantic dinner and dancing by the pool - with our outdoor blue tooth sound system.

View overlooking islands in Pillsbury sound, including views of the caribean islands St Thomas and even St Croix on a clear day.

Come snorkel at Trunk bay, voted worlds #1 beach in travel magazine

Gorgeous sunset views from the upper deck of Riley's Retreat.

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Exceptional

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Washer

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Cruz Bay, St. John

Virgin Islands National Park9 min walk
Honeymoon Beach7 min drive
Trunk Bay12 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)63 min drive

Most relevant reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful spot tucked up outside of town but still conveniently located. The property was clean, well maintained. The ma...

Christine B.

Nov 21, 2023

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Sofa Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Riley's Retreat + Cottage

Summary:
Spacious 6 bedroom, 5 bath estate with pool, hot tub, game room and gourmet kitchen. Plenty of room for family, friends, privacy/quiet time.

Panoramic views, tranquil breezes, and colorful sunsets await at Riley's Retreat on the island of St John. Nestled on the hillside in a private neighborhood, this villa provides relaxation with numerous on-site amenities to enjoy, while remaining conveniently close to Cruz Bay.

Come explore! Let us host you in paradise!

Guest Access:
They will have access to the full property with the exception of the private storage in the garage and couple locked owners closets.

The Neighborhood:
The Villa is located a mile uphill from Cruz Bay at the end of a private road. It is a very private property overlooking the ocean and the valley below. Just minutes to dining, dancing & shopping. 1.5 Miles to the nearest beach. Caneel hiking trail accessible at base of property.

Getting Around:
We recommend you rent a jeep to explore and experience the island to its fullest. We can recommend several safari style taxi drivers who also know the property well and take great care of you in your palnning, especially when staying with a large group. The Villa can easily accomododate multiple vehicles parked at the property.

Interaction with Guests:
Our property manager is on island to show you the house, answer questions and generally be available if there is an issue. Otherwise, you will have complete privacy.

Property manager

Brian and Dorothy Pitt

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Charge may apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

In the event of a hurricane you must leave the property and the island for your own safety. Travel insurance is highly recommended, especially dur...

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

St. John

This villa is located in St. John. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Honeymoon Beach.

Cruz Bay, St. John

What's nearby

Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min walk
Cruz Bay Beach - 7 min drive
Honeymoon Beach - 7 min drive
Trunk Bay - 12 min drive
Caneel Bay Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬3 min drive
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬3 min drive
‪Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬3 min drive
‪Tap & Still - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riley's Retreat + Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Riley's Retreat + Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riley's Retreat + Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riley's Retreat + Cottage located?

Situated in St. John, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park and Honeymoon Beach. Trunk Bay is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

21 Nov 2023

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

Met all our expectations!

Beautiful spot tucked up outside of town but still conveniently located. The property was clean, well maintained. The management staff was attentive and helpful. We stayed with 6 couples and each of the spaces worked perfectly for our group. The pool was cleaned mid-week which was nice. Laundry on-site was perfect for towels and bathing suits. Plenty of amenities including pool floats, coolers, and beach chairs. We look forward to staying again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth K.

27 July 2023

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

Excellent stay

The view is gorgeous! Come for the view, stay for the amenities. There are fully stocked kitchens, bathrooms, and cold AC in all of the bedrooms. Lots of nice touches like ergo-mats, beach towels and chairs, spices in the cabinets, extra toilet paper, etc. The pool is great as is the hot tub, with the added fun of iguanas coming up for a visit at least once a day. The coordination and communication was excellent and our stay was wonderful -highly recommend Riley's Retreat.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine D.

7 July 2023

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

Family vacation

Beautiful and perfect for large family. Very responsive staff. Would stay again.

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

4 May 2023

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

Fantastic family getaway.

This property had everything we needed for our family. The rooms were spacious for our family of 11 adults. Kitchen fully stocked, a variety of areas to relax inside and outside. We enjoyed our early morning coffee on the comfy outdoor furniture soaking in the beautiful views surrounding us.

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023