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Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

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St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

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About this property

Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa

Las Brisas Caribe means "Caribbean Breezes." Those cool breezes and spectacular sunsets are just two of the extraordinary features of this beautiful villa. Las Brisas Caribe is located in an upscale neighborhood of luxury homes just minutes from the shopping and restaurants of Cruz Bay, and the magnificent, world-renowned North Shore beaches, such as Trunk Bay, Hawksnest Bay and others. If you love sunsets, you will love Las Brisas Caribe.

L​as Brisas Caribe is a 4 bedroom, 4.5 bath home with classic Caribbean architecture and every modern luxury. The villa is completely air-conditioned throughout the bedrooms and common areas, including the great room, gourmet kitchen, and elegant dining room. Each bedroom has its own en suite bath and private outdoor shower. The villa faces south and west with spectacular views of sailboats in the Caribbean Sea and the nighttime lights of St. Thomas. The sunsets at Las Brisas are magnificent, especially when enjoyed from the Crow's Nest - an easily accessible covered roof deck with sunset views of the Caribbean Sea. There is nothing like it on St. John.

Many returning guests compliment the layout of Las Brisas, saying that it provides the perfect combination of private spaces and common areas. Each bedroom and adjoining balcony is situated for privacy. The common areas are spacious and provide comfortable seating. While perfect for communal gatherings, the common areas are also secluded. For example, the sun deck adjacent the large pool and its soothing waterfall is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, and the Crow's Nest floats above the rest of the world.

Las Brisas Caribe is managed by Suite St. John, a company known for its devotion to superior client service. The villa is owned by Thomas Pardini and Cheryl Ellsworth of Alexandria, Virginia since 2004 and meticulously maintained by them as if they lived full-time in their Caribbean home. Tom and Cheryl invite you to their home-away-from-home.

Villa Las Brisas Caribe is an architectural gem. The villa was designed to take advantage of its sunset and seaside views, and to offer maximum island luxury with its 8' mahogany doors and native stonework. Las Brisas has been meticulously maintained, and was upgraded in 2018-2019. The pictures on this website are current, taken in 2019.

​As you enter the estate, you step onto a sun-bathing/star-gazing antique brick deck which overlooks the spacious pool. The poolside deck includes lounge chairs for sunning while the gazebo provides shade, if desired. A soothing waterfall descends from the sun deck into the pool. The pool is private, as it is surrounded by lush tropical landscaping.

Looking toward the Great House, you immediately notice the elegant columns which functionally define shady common spaces, such as the front veranda (perfect for reading and conversation) and outdoor dining room, both of which overlook the pool area.

L​​as Brisas Caribe sleeps eight people. There are four bedrooms, all of which are air conditioned and include louvered mahogany screened doors and ceiling fans. Each bedroom is distinctly furnished and secure.

The Orchid Suite (master bedroom) has a four poster hand-carved king size bed, tiled bath with two vanities, an antique-style soaking tub and private outdoor shower. The balcony overlooks the pool with views of St. Thomas.

The Bougainvillea Suite is above the main entrance to Las Brisas Caribe in a privately located separate building east of the Great House. It includes a queen bed, private bath and private outdoor shower. The Bougainvillea Suite has sea views, while still overlooking the pool, its landscaping and St. Thomas.

The sister suite of The Bougainvillea Suite is The Palm Suite, situated in a building to the west of the Great House and steps away from the great room and kitchen. It includes a queen bed, private bath, private outdoor shower and balcony overlooking the pool and St. Thomas.​

The Hibiscus Suite is downstairs from The Palm Suite in the west building. Its separate entrance opens to the pool deck and gazebo. It includes two twin beds that convert to a king bed, private bath and private outdoor shower. The Palm Suite enjoys poolside and tropical landscaping views.​

​Las Brisas Caribe is located on Maria Bluff, the south shore peninsula between Great Cruz Bay (where The Westin Resort is located) and Chocolate Hole. This is a quiet neighborhood of expensive homes, many of which are occupied by full-time residents. The restaurants, shopping and nightlife of Cruz Bay are within a 5-10 minute drive on paved roads. Three modern food stores are within minutes of the villa. The US Virgin Islands National Park and its spectacular beaches are 15 minutes away. Las Brisas Caribe provides beach chairs, beach towels, and coolers for your use.​

St. John is a special place and Las Brisas Caribe wants to ensure that St. John is environmentally protected. Solar panels were installed to take advantage of its southern exposure and supply 30% or more of Las Brisas's power consumption (you will not see the solar panels until you climb to the Crow's Nest). Any unused power is returned to the island. The air conditioning units (new in 2019) are optimized for efficiency. The oversized cisterns at Las Brisas are under the great room and collect rainwater which is then triple-filtered for household use. In addition, our state-of-the-art septic system cleans waste water and returns it to the landscaping irrigation system. This includes water from the laundry room (two washers and two dryers that are available for the use of our guests). Las Brisas Caribe is a non-smoking, pet-free villa.

Keywords: Villa Rental, vacation home, estate

Property manager

Richard Matheny
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Languages

English

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Amenities

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

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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 deadlock

About the area

St. John

St. John is home to this villa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 2 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Las Brisas Caribe - ​A Luxurious and Private 4BR St. John Villa located?

Situated in St. John, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Chocolate Hole and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abigail P.

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

Fantastic Week and Beautiful Home

The house was fantastic for our group of 8. Great rooms and beds, wonderful views, great lap pool, nice to have personal bathrooms for each bedroom. Kitchen was beautiful. Could use a few more cooking utensils, silverware, bowls, and platters for doing meals for 8 at home but we managed. The grill was too small and is too little to functionally make dinner for the size of group for house. If you were two people fine but we were group of. 8. Tommy the property manager was very responsive. We had issues with water pressure a couple of times but he was there in moments and had it fixed. Overall great week in St. John and wonderful house close to town but also quiet enough to feel away.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger J.

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

Great stay above Cruz Bay

Terrific family get together home and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

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

Pre Wedding Trip

We had a great stay at LBC, a beautiful home, clean, and comfortable. All 4 couples enjoyed the space and privacy of their own luxury suite. The pool/deck area was awesome. Best of all, we enjoyed beautiful sunsets with a few cocktails from the crows nest deck each night. Awesome place!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Perfect Family Getaway

The photos tell the story. Beautiful property, comfortable and close to town. Coffee each morning in the great room was a delight. Well managed with easy check in and check out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany S.

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

Awesome 25th wedding anniversary

The separate rooms were awesome, and the pool was a refreshing break from the beach. The view was impeccable. We had and amazing time. Property manager and concierge were also amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David and R., Murrells Inlet

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

Great Trip

We had a great trip to St. John. Vista is amazing. Only thing we would recommend that they have beach umbrellas. Other than that it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles V.

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

Lovely

Beautiful home, pool and views! We enjoyed cooking in the kitchen and eating breakfast on the patio listening to the fountain. Such a lovely, comfortable interior and upscale amenities. We gathered each night and watched movies, and loved reading the books about St. John. Morning coffee on the balcony, evening drinks and sunset in the lookout. Large soaking tub for relaxation. Location is great for groceries. Street and neighboring residences are very nice- home is not gated. Each guest bedroom is in own unit, the lower unit has a strong earthy smell and needs ventilation, stronger dehumidifier and an air purifier. We had an absolutely wonderful time at Las Brisas.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri C.

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

Holidays in paradise ✨️

We had a fun-filled week at Las Brisas over the holidays this year. Tommy met us at the dock and led the way to our villa then showed us around the property. Photos of this property are a perfect representation of what we found. Main building is spacious and comfortable for our party of 6. All bedrooms are a short walk outside. Grounds are immaculate and lush and feature crabs, lizards and a very friendly iguana! My only minus is that you can't see the water from the pool deck or patio because the vegetation is so prolific. A trip up to the crow's nest gives you a great view of sunset, however, and we spent many evenings up there. Villa is a convenient 10-15 minute drive to Cruz Bay. Overall, had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this villa as a great getaway for groups and families with older children.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Cristi P., Austin Texas

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

Beautiful home with lots of space and separation

We rented this home BECAUSE it is for sale and we are looking for property. The home is beautiful and the location to town and grocery is great. The bedrooms are all large and the furnishings comfortable. The house manager Tommy is great and responsive. We were hearing more than normal air coming from the plumbing and contacted him. He came immediately and checked the cisterns and switched them over. The pool is very private because of all the grown in vegetation. Because if the growth and the position on the island there is no view from the pool level. The views from the main floor level are peek-a-boo shots of the water, few and far between. The views from the upper level bedrooms is better, but the crows nest view is AMAZING! Sunsets here are a must. The huge downside to this property, due to no fault of the owners, is the huge monstrosity of construction going on less than 100 yards in front of the property. Beginning some mornings as early as 6.40am, there were jackhammers, bull dozers raking and loading the broken rocks into dump trucks and the trucks pulling in and out. The noise was constant until about 5pm. So unless you plan on leaving every day but Sunday, and being out all day, it is headache inducing. The conversations, sight instructions, and music that goes on with a construction sight was also loud. I feel for the owners with this issue. Before you rent this porperty, check with the reviews of this property and others near it, to see if the construction is done. But the house is beautiful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Great place

Would definitely recommend this place
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Linda D.

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

Making Memories

FINALLY getting to travel again and making our first family vacation to St. John was simply AMAZING!!! We are a group of 8 adults and 1 5 year old and the house was just perfect for hanging out, cooking together, playing games as night and watching an amazing sunset every evening. We did have problems daily with no water, no gas, no propane and sewer backups/smells. Not sure what or where the problems stemmed from BUT the management was very responsive and took care of everything everytime. The drive to town was only about 10 minutes and a grocery store very well stocked only 5 minutes away. The house had everything we could want for.and was very clean and well kept. The air conditioning worked amazing!!!! We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Beautiful home

We have rented homes on St. John for over 20 years and this one is our favorite….the house is decorated beautifully and very comfortable. The landscaping is gorgeous.. Our property manager Tommy was very efficient answering our questions quickly. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

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

Great find!

Well-maintained property on a beautiful setting!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann D., Lake Forest(chicago) IL

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

Beautiful place in Paradise

Every detail including a beautifully equipped kitchen and separated guest cottages provided an amazing stay for our adult family. The views were incredible and the responsiveness of the management company was superb! Be prepared to drive a bit out of Cruz bay through some winding roads. It’s worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew A.

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

Great place

Amazing set-up. The property was sensational. Gorgeous sunset views. Great privacy. And we adored the outdoor showers.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Paradise Found

Recently stayed at Las Brisas Caribe and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abbie W.

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

The most perfect villa for sun, fun, and sunset views

A group of 8 of us (family and friends) stayed there over the 2020 Christmas holiday for 8 nights. I could not recommend this villa more. Robert referred us to a concierge who stocked the fridge for us beforehand and who we used to book a day of sailing / snorkeling. Upon arrival, we were met by the property manager, Tommy, who gave us a tour and overview of the villa. Tommy was incredibly welcoming and responsive during the whole trip. The villa is absolutely beautiful. There are 3 separate buildings so everyone had their privacy if they wanted. The views are unbelievable - we loved the Crows Nest at the top and it was a bonus this villa is situated on the sunset side of St. John. Every night was filled with happy hour drinks and food overlooking the beautiful sunset. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the supplies you could need - with COVID we were trying to be cautious and only ate out once. The pool is was great to cool off, especially since the yard gets a lot of sun during the day! Great for tanning, and if you don't want to tan there are plenty of places with shade. It is perfect for everyone. Great set up and amazing vacation. I would stay here again in a heartbeat - no one wanted to leave!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Russ R., Nellysford, Virginia

Better Than The Pictures

My wife and I and two other couples escaped an East coast blizzard to spend a magical 10 days at las Brisis Caribe. The villa is stunning. Pictures do not do it justice. Built of stucco and stone, the villa is beautifully designed with many architectural details. Each of our bedrooms was in a separate building so there was plenty of privacy. Each couple had their own covered balcony with a ceiling fan and comfortable seating. We enjoyed preparing meals on the Viking stove in the large fully equipped kitchen; even the pot and pans were top quality.The climate is perfect for outdoor dining so though the dining room is lovely, we ate most of our meals at the round table on the veranda. The villa is ideally sited to take advantage of the gentle ocean breeze. And how to choose where to relax and enjoy the matchless weather? We had our choice of the cushioned chairs on the covered veranda, the fully adjustable lounge chairs beside the pool, or the 3rd story crows nest which is the perfect spot to watch the sun set over the water. The villa was immaculate. The landscaping and the pool are beautiful. The beds are comfortable and we had an ample supply of towels. The outdoor showers are a delight. There are beach towels, beach chairs, and coolers to take on expeditions to the beach. The villa surpassed our expectations in every way. We could not have been happier.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A Week in Paradise

We had an absolutely wonderful vacation with friends and family at Las Brisas Caribe in mid-January. The villa is spacious and beautifully laid out - a great spot to enjoy Caribbean days and nights. During the day we visited the lovely beaches, sailed, snorkeled and explored the island. Then we came back to our luxurious accomodations. We swam in the pool and had 'happy hours' in the Crow's Nest looking out on Cruz Bay at the magnificent sunsets. We cooked dinner on the grill or went to one of the many first-rate restaurants on the island. We called it 'paradise'...a super week.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Beware--Construction Site and Bad Smells

We just stayed here and you should be forewarned that there is a huge house immediately in front of the villa that is under construction and the work starts at 6:30 am and goes all day long including Saturday--you can't sleep in and forget the afternoon nap. Also, the house smells terrible --like a combination of raw sewage and moth balls.

About the host

Hosted by Richard Matheny

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Photo is of Richard Matheny, President of Suite St. John Villas Management, property managers for Villa Las Brisas Caribe. The current owners purchased in 2005. Richard Matheny has managed Las Brisas Caribe since it was built in 2003. The current owners have redesigned and redecorated, and keep Las Brisas Caribe in immaculate condition with attention to every detail. It is a superb Villa - comfortable, private, grand, and luxurious!

Why they chose this property

Maria Bluff, in Great Cruz Bay, is one of St. John's most prestigious and beautiful neighborhoods. It is only 5 minutes from the Westin Resort spa, beach bar, and restaurants; 10 minutes from
Cruz Bay shops and restaurants; and 15 minutes from the breathtaking North Shore beaches.

What makes this property unique

Las Brisas Caribe is a magnificent Caribbean Villa. The elegance and attention to detail that the owners provide is wonderful. The peace, tranquility, and privacy of the pool is very relaxing. Cooking in the first class chef's kitchen is a delight. And the views from the Crow's Nest - anytime of day - are spectacular, especially with a tropical drink in hand! Welcome & enjoy!!

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