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What else can I say but fantastic. There are only positives to this setting.

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view of ocean and terrace for lounging and events from the south balcony
view of the western landscape and terrace for sun bathing from the south balcony
1000 sq ft Terrace  that can be used just to relax or for events or parties
view of terrace  from walkway  by the garden
fully functional office with hi speed internet,  phone, computer and printer/fax
Reviews
10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10418 sq m

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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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St. Thomas
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay6 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlackbeard's Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay Beach11 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)12 min drive

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

office

1 Double Futon

pool apartment

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

sitting room

1 Double Bed

sitting room can be used as an additional bedroom

1 Double Futon

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

What else can I say but fantastic. There are only positives to this setting.

Welcome to the Christian Villa three minutes from the heart of Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, the main shopping area, an exclusive gated estate overlooking the harbor on St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands.
Traditional Virgin Islands décor that is elegant, full of history and adorned with the finest furniture available in the Caribbean
This luxurious 4500 square foot 4 bedroom, plus an office with WIFI, and a sitting room adjoining the master bedroom that can serve as an additional bedroom. It has a pool apartment that adds an additional 600 sq. feet right off of the pool area. The entire Villa is handicap accessible with ramps to all area inclusive of a 900 sq. ft. terrace with a view of the harbor for relaxing, sun bathing and partying. This allows all ages to enjoy this residence for there are no areas that are inaccessible from the parking spaces to the pool to the terrace. We want you to be at home away from home.

Property manager

Christian Villa

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a pool and balconies

Events

No events allowed
Additional costs but possible

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed
Events and allowance of children can be discussed with host.

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: additional costs but possible
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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Thomas

Located in St. Thomas, this villa is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Bolongo Bay. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.
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St. Thomas

What's nearby

  • Magens Bay - 6 min drive
  • 99 Steps - 7 min drive
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 8 min drive
  • Yacht Haven Grande Marina - 10 min drive
  • Magens Bay Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt & Vinegar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Green House Bar & Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪T-Restaurant And Chicken Fry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Arian's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does What else can I say but fantastic. There are only positives to this setting. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is What else can I say but fantastic. There are only positives to this setting. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is What else can I say but fantastic. There are only positives to this setting. located?

Located in the heart of St. Thomas, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens, Hull Bay and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul. Magic Ice Gallery and St. Thomas Synagogue are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday Week
Our family of three adult children with spouses and two grandbabies spent Christmas week in this lovely villa. From the moment I sent the first message to the owner, Miss Cora, to the very end of our stay, we had complete and immediate access to the owner, and the people who care for the grounds and the house. The view from the wrap around porch is spectacular!! We watched the sunrise every morning as the cruise ships came into port, and evening happy hour watching the ships and other boats in the harbor with beautiful colored skies as the sun set. Large bedrooms with comfy beds made sleeping enjoyable! The villa is about 10 min from the airport and downtown… the location is not easy to find at first, but after a few trips up/down the mountain- it gets easier! Well worth it! The swimming pool is a great place to relax, cool off, and have fun! We all enjoyed it! The villa is older and decorated that way… We had to do a bit of “baby proofing “ with our toddler, but there was lots of space to play inside and on the deck. A lovely trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Fantastic Views
Fantastic harbor views day and night. We really enjoyed the stay. Morning coffee and watching the cruise ships roll in was enjoyable. Some of us enjoyed the strenuous walk up narrow streets to the place, most used a car service.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nils B.

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One of the best views on St. Thomas
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and Cora was a great host. Communication before and during our trip was awesome and we got a lot of good information about the villa, activities on the island and food. Cora does not live on St. Thomas but has various caretakers for the villa, pool and property. And they were always only a short phone call away and helped to make us feel at home. We were met at the airport to accompany us to the villa and toshow us around. There was a starter package of groceries in the fridge. The pool was cleaned frequently. The villa itself must have one of the best views over Charlotte Amaelie. We spend a lot of time sitting on the terrace and balcony to watch the cruise ships come and go and the water planes take off and land. Considering the climate in the Carribean the villa and pool were in good shape and had ample of space for our family of six. I would note that the pool isn’t heated which was a nice refresher during the day, but felt too cold after the sun was gone. Overall we had a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!!
Dr. Christian & Daphne were absolutely amazing!!! I felt like I was family the way they attended to me!!! Breathtaking property with the best service. All around five stars !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deshaw J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was amazing and Daphne was outstanding! We got more than we anticipated staying at this pro
The property was very spacious and accommodating to my family. It has an antique style and plenty of open space. The terrace and views were incredible and the highlight of the entire stay. Daphne makes you feel at home! Transportation directions is difficult for the taxis as even if you tell them the “old governor’s mansion” they still don’t know how to get there. Luckily for us we had Allen as our transportation! The only downside which Daphne warned us was the peacock that poops all over the place and wakes you up around 7am each morning. Outside of that the peacock is harmless and stays out the way. We will be returning to this property instead of staying at the Frenchman Marriott
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Stars All Around
Our experience at the estate was FANTASTIC. We loved it some much and can’t wait to revisit. It is the PERFECT home base for a group of people on vacation or even oasis that you never have to leave it once you arrive. Everyone was super friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christian B.

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The View!
I am sorry this review is late. We had to rush back to bad weather, a funeral and other obligations. It just makes the memories of our stay at Christian Villa, so much more memorable. To my first conversation with Cora and my last visit with Daphne, I can’t express how friendly and helpful they were. The property was magnificent and perfect for our group. I loved The View every night and every morning. I would wake up and have my coffee and take it all in before bed. Everyone enjoyed the pool and the kitchen to make some meals. Cora gave me the name of a local chef, and he came in and prepared a fantastic meal. We were celebrating 2 engagements and a birthday and a chance to see family and friends after COVID. Everyone had a great time and I am so glad we had a chance to make dreams come true. Visits to Megan’s Bay, Redhook, Sapphire Beach are memories we won’t soon forget. Thanks for sharing your home and The View with us. I would love to do it all again! Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

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Best view
Loved our stay. It was great to be able to spread out and have our own spaces. Villa had everything we needed. Daphne was a wonderful help with the check in process. The view was incredible. Such a treat to return to at the end of the day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rocco T.

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EXCELLENT 10/10
Everything about our stay here was fantastic! The photos do not do the property justice — the apartment and views were incredible. The owner of the property (Cora) couldn’t have been sweeter or more helpful arranging our trip. We will definitely be back the next time we visit St. Thomas.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

David F.

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Amazing view and people
There are several really great aspects of the villa. One is an amazing view from the balcony. Early in the morning and in the evening we would sit on the long balcony and just watch clouds moving by, the change of the light, and planes and ships moving in the distance. It was a great place for our family to spend time together. Another really wonderful aspect is the owner, Cora, and Daphne, the house manager. Both are very nice, caring people. Daphne was particularly helpful the day we arrived. The house itself is, generally, in good to very good condition. The kitchen and bathrooms are well kept and appointed. The layout is railroad car like with an expansive living room and dining room on one side leading to the balcony and bedrooms and kitchen on the shady side. The furnishings in the dining and living rooms are older but generally in good to very good condition. They were comfortable rooms to sit in. There are some minor things needing repair or replacement. A kitchen cabinet and dishwasher that had a strong mildew odor forcing us to wash dishes by hand. One of the beds was particularly soft. The rooms could benefit from blackout curtains as a motion-detector security light would go on in intermittently. There is some paint peeling in one room and an air conditioner that needed to be fixed. And at night there are birds chirping outside—depending on your need for quiet or the comforting sounds of nature—that could affect your sleep. As above, these were minor. I’ve given the house 4 stars—only because I can’t do 4.5.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G., Born in San Antonio, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Experience
Premiere view, well appointed and supplied. We had some challenges with technology but Cora's team was very helpful. Being met and led from the airport by Daphne made our Christmas arrival smooth. The view is made possible by climbing steep hills and navigating hairpin turns--insist on a young rental car with good transmission! Highly recommend Christian Villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcie M., Broomall

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5 Philly couples
We had a lovely vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Khadeidra B.

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Paradise within Paradise
Amazing accommodations! Spacious home, breathtaking views, and affable staff! Cora and Daphne were such a joy to work with and made sure that my celebratory trip was the vacation that I needed and desired!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zanisha W.

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Philly vacation
Daphne and Cora were great, Cora made sure the stay was excellent, and Daphne made sure my whole party was comfortable. She explained the layout and the car situation, the views were amazing and my party will definitely be back!

10/10 Excellent

Shiva S.

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INCREDIBLE EXPERIENCE!
My family and I are so happy that we stayed at this wonderful home. Your wonderful experience here will start even before you arrive at the home. Mrs. Cora reaches out to you before hand and helps arrange anything that you need to help make your stay easier. Mrs. Cora contacted me in advance to help arrange for someone to pre-deliver groceries so we already had food right when we got there. Mrs. Cora also had the kindest friend meet us to check us in. After a long trip in her friend graciously went and picked us up food on the evening of our arrival. The home is beyond amazing as well. The house is incredibly clean and so beautiful. The views of this home are truly the most beautiful views I’ve ever seen. We had such a wonderful experience here. Thank you so much Mrs. Cora
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

fiona l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful!
Beautiful property, looked just like the photos. Daphne and Cora made the stay very convenient and gave us plenty of recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A truly beautiful getaway on an island of pure bliss
The Christian Villa is one of best stays I’ve had when renting a property for a large vacation party. The host was more than accommodating and helpful and everything we needed was taken care of prior to our arrival. The property itself is stunning and the pictures of the listing do not do it just. There are no other words to describe this property other than magnificent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Property was very clean and comfortable . The view was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

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Amazing spring break
My family of 5 and our friends (family of 4) stayed in this beautiful villa for spring break. The property manager, Daphne, helped make this vacation memorable! The house was not only immaculate, but the service she provided was impeccable. She arranged for a chef to cook dinner for us one night (highly recommend!) and she also helped us arrange transportation for the week and even made our son’s birthday extra special! We just can’t say enough about the amazing hospitality and beautiful home with spectacular views!

10/10 Excellent

A&J T.

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breathe taking
The pictures serve no justice the place was awesome, the views were breathe taking. I would stay there every time I come. It was everything and more.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Beautiful Property
We had a great time. The property is well-maintained and beautiful. The owner is responsive and lovely. She recommended a private chef from a local restaurant who was phenomenal as well. Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

cora c.

Authentic experience in paradise
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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

An Authentic Island Experience!
From the moment we booked the Christian Villa, I knew we were in the best of hands and that this vacation would be unique and incredibly special. When we pulled into the gates, our 4 children ages 25, 22, 22, and 14, just said, "Wow!"...The views are magnificent! The property is modernized with all conveniences you could want, but retains the charm of a true island family home that has been enjoyed for generations. Dr. Christian was in communication with us regularly after we reserved the villa, and wanted to make sure all our needs were met before, during and after our stay. She had juices, wine, soda and plenty of ice stocked in the fridge upon arrival. Her friends, Judith and Ricky, met us at the airport and we followed them in our rented van to the villa. They acclimated us to the island and led us to a grocery store where we could stock up. The beauty of this vacation vs. staying at a resort is that we had a large and beautiful home with our own pool, incredible views, and tremendous privacy. We had the local friends of Dr. Christian that we could call if needed during our stay. We explored at our own pace, ate out when we wanted to, and cooked at the villa when we wanted to. Every evening was spent on the patio enjoying the view and the breezes and just talking. No TV or computer screens (except for the kids picking the next song to play for all of us on their phones). Our kids looked forward to this time, even when we told them they could watch a movie or play a game instead. This time was priceless. The memories that are created in a home are always the most special. The beautiful nature of the house, the spectacular views, and the friendliness of Dr. Christian's friends made this a vacation that my family will remember forever.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Raquel L.

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!
My husband and I got married at Christian Villa about 2 weeks ago and it was an absolute dream! From the moment we contacted Cora about hosting our wedding at her villa to the day we left for our honeymoon, she was just outstanding to work with- such a gracious host and willing to do absolutely anything we needed to ensure our comfort and happiness. If there was anything we needed, Cora was just a phone call away and help was sent over almost immediately. We had a group of 9 stay at the villa and everyone fell in love with the place, some are even thinking of going back again and were so sad to leave. When our wedding guests came over they were just blown away by the beauty of the villa and the views. Pictures do this place no justice- the views are simply breathtaking! Our entire wedding weekend and wedding day were more than we could have ever imagined. We had an amazing time and a wonderful wedding day. We don't even have the words to describe how perfect everything was! We can't thank Cora and her staff enough for making our dream of a beautiful destination wedding a reality at her villa! We would return in a heartbeat!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christie P.

Gorgeous!
Perfect property for our group! The number of friends working and stopping by to make sure we were taken care of was much appreciated. The shuttle to the home was above and beyond. All of Cora's correspondence prior to arrival was excellent. The home is pristine, has everything you could ever need, and more than enough group. Would love to return!

About the host

Hosted by Christian Villa

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Christian Villa was restored by Dr. Christian who grew up and resided in the residence until going off to medical school and returning to St. Croix to serve the community of her father’s birthplace. Dr. Christian kept the original architecture and basalt stone (locally called “blue-bitch stone”) from the actual excavation of the property. This stone is a very hard volcanic stone used by the Danes on many of the historic buildings that are still evident in the city of Charlotte Amalie, a nationally acclaimed historic city and balusters that her father and mother sat many an evening together in the early days of their 64 years of marriage as they filled the molds with concrete and applied the stonework to the structure. Throughout the residence are relics of the life of her family from her grandfather’s mahogany bed to the crystal chandelier from her mother’s bedroom that now serves as a unique and stunning planter, to the pool that has a inlaid rose at its bottom at the same location that her mother’s rose garden was and much more. It is a home that captures all of the elegance of a family that has four generations that utilized this magnificent site for parties of over 200 persons that represented all levels of Virgin Islands society. The Christian family is a family that has kept the traditions of the Virgin Islands alive while providing the comfort and accommodations of a 21st Century vacation site. All rooms have individual air-conditioning but also have fans that are the traditional way that most Virgin Islanders enjoy the trade wind breezes entering the home. This is home away from home

Why they chose this property

The Villa and view are just plain stunning. From the pool and sun deck, there’s a 180-degree panorama: patches of crenelated green hills floating on cobalt-blue water, where the cruise ships begin making steam as the cocktail hour gets underway. They’ll exit the harbor with the sun, long lines of twinkling lights voyaging into the dusk.

'Dr. Christian kept the name Christian Villa but reversed the words as it was named by her father, for this was his pride and joy. You will agree once you see the property that you can as her father, Judge Christian, did enjoy sitting on the southern porch with a cup of hot tea or coffee as the cruise ships entered the port in the morning or in the evening with a cocktail of Cruzan Rum and coke, J&B on the rocks or a glass of wine as the cruise ships departed along with the sun giving you magnificent sunsets. All rooms have walls of solid concrete, and bedrooms open into their own bathroom. The southern and western porches have electrically operated hurricane screens/shutters that filter out 90% of the heat yet allows one to see the views of the harbor. At the touch of a button, you can filter out the sun, shade the porch or enjoy the brightness of the sun as it descends on the western and southern sides of the residence. And in the evenings, one can shutter the entire porch if one cares to as one leaves for additional security beyond the gated entrance. The pool, which overlooks the harbor, is on the eastern side with its own bathroom and a refrigerator for those who want to access a cold drink or snack without having to go to the spacious kitchen that has a large French door refrigerator spacious enough to accommodate the tastes of all of the residents. The view of the harbor can be enjoyed through the glass French doors or windows from the sitting room, the dining room, or the living room, as well as from the various balconies or pool.

What makes this property unique

million dollar views; fully handicap accessible

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