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OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym

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'Villa Santa Cruz on the Caribbean Sea'
'Beach Front'
'Relax On The Caribbean Sea'
'Poolside'
'Seaside View'

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10455.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Office

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Crib

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym

Work out, lay out, hang out, chill out, no reason to go out. 'Villa Santa Cruz' is our 4900 Square Foot, 4 bedroom/5 bathroom gated sanctuary that is truly the ultimate island paradise. Steps away from Columbus Landing Beach. World class diving at the Salt River Canyon. All bedrooms have private baths with 3 king beds, 1 queen bed and one sleeper sofa located in the office. 'Villa Santa Cruz' offers the ultimate retreat for your next Caribbean getaway. Take full advantage of your island vacation with a contemporary - yet exceptionally comfortable - haven where you can entertain guests, indulge in luxury amenities and soak up the tropical sun. Our amazing amenities include great room with wet bar, big screen TV, game room with wet bar, billiards, pub table, full gym, chefs kitchen with dining that seats 8, diesel generator, views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands, sun deck with 40 foot pool, pool adjacent to the '1493 Bar and Grill' our outdoor bbq area with cabana seating for 6 and gas grill, steps from beach.


Come experience the 'Jewel of the Caribbean' in beautiful St. Croix! Explore on your own, or work with our property manager to help you discover the best the island has to offer. We are located on the North Shore of St. Croix in the Salt River National Park and Ecological Preserve. Completed in 2009 Villa Santa Cruz is full of modern amenities but steeped in a rich and storied history. Our hideaway is located on 'Columbus Landing' beach, named for the place where Columbus anchored 17 ships on his second voyage in 1493. Columbus, as the discoverer of this island, gave it it's original name, 'Santa Cruz' or Holy Cross. Though the island took the derivative of St. Croix later, the property carries the name 'Santa Cruz' in honor of the first visit and the original name of the Caribbean isle. Come experience the luxury of our tropical paradise.

Property manager

Stephanie Barnholt, owner (Francis Family)
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 9:30 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Christiansted

Located in Christiansted, this villa is on the beach. Steeple Museum and Apothecary Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Little Princess Estate. Travelling with kids? Consider Cruzan Gardens and St. George Village Botanical Garden. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Christiansted, St. Croix Island

What's nearby

  • Salt River Bay National Historical Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Little Princess Estate - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Sugar Beach - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Cane Bay - 16 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Cane Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪La Reine Chicken Shack - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blues Backyard BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars - Kmart - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yum Yum Fast Food - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym?

Checkout is at 9:30 AM.

Where is OCEANFRONT LUXURY VILLA, 4900sf, 4br, 4bth, billiards and Gym located?

Nestled on the beach, this Christiansted villa is steps from Salt River Bay National Historical Park and 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Cruzan Gardens. Little Princess Estate and Sugar Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linden P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation with Friends
To celebrate our 50th birthdays myself and 3 close friends along with their spouses rented this oceanfront villa. The property was exactly as advertised! It was clean and modern and offered all the amenities we needed. If you didn't want to leave the villa, you don't have to! You can snorkel right in front of the property or enjoy the sun by the beautiful pool while listening to music through the portable JBL speakers that are included with the property. The property was a quiet, private oasis with the only noise coming from the waves of the ocean. If you're looking for a getaway from work and the hustle and bustle of every day life, this is the perfect location. However, if you'd like to go out to eat, visit another beach or walk the boardwalk in Christiansted, everything you need or would like to do is a short drive from the villa. Lastly, the hosts were very responsive and provided some great tips before we arrived that made our stay even better. I couldn't be more pleased with our experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Getaway
Wow! What a wonderful week! Everything was too notch and the owner and caretaker were extremely accommodating. Chef Jay’s meals were delicious and we loved the convenience of being able to eat at the Villa and enjoy our time there. The first nights welcome meal was an awesome treat after a long travel day. Highly recommend and we would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous spot
We can’t say enough good things about this spot. The setting is ideal with easy beach access and of course the pool. The space is perfect for gatherings. The owner was responsive beforehand and has a wonderful go-to person (Austin) who met us at the airport to guide us to the house and show us the ropes (you do need a car; the house is remote). We were greeted with a complementary meal which was outstanding after a day of travel. Chef Juliana is a skilled caterer and we hired her to do two other meals which were outstanding. We all agreed this was one of our best family vacations ever. We will be back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
We had a wonderful time at Villa Santa Cruz! The house is beautiful, extremely clean, perfect for a family vacation with each room having its own bathroom. Awesome pool and gameroom and thoughtful touches. There were a few minor things like the land liline
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place with Awesome VIews
The house was as advertised. On the water with a huge pool. Full kitchen to cook whatever you want. And a caterer available if you don't. The house is fully stocked with everything you need. Stephanie was responsive and everything was easy. Austin the caretaker met us at the airport and we followed him to the house. What an awesome vacation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure Bliss
The property was exactly as listed...utterly gorgeous. After a long day of travel, we were met at the airport and given a wonderful house tour and a delicious surprise meal. I would recommend the property to anyone without hesitation.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
Great owner who communicated well. The Caretaker Austin met us at the airport, led us to the grocery, and then to the house. He explained everything we needed to know about the house and answered all our questions. His wife provided our first meal and we used her services for another dinner. We had one issue that was no one's fault. We came back to the house one evening and there was no running water, Austin came right over and despite being there for over an hour could not get the water back on. He returned the next morning with a plumber and the issue was rectified. Overall very pleased with the house and would return
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Special Birthday Celebration
Villa Santa Cruz was absolutely wonderful. The online listing does not do it justice - the house is much more majestic; the ceilings are soaring, the kitchen is quite large, and the house setting itself is perfect. There were activities for all of us, and the house was well equipped for snorkeling, swimming, drinking rum, grilling, playing billiards, and impossibly fun jigsaw puzzles. Everyone wants to return next year! A memorable vacation for all of us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELLENT!!
We were truly impressed with this property. It was very clean, our welcome meal was delicious and the manager was more than welcoming and accommodating! The online description was accurate and we were completely overwhelmed by the beauty!! Thank you so much and we will be returning!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing way to ring in the new year
We had a fabulous time in St. Croix. We are avid scuba divers and wanted to start the year under the sea! We needed a larger home for all of us an wanted to stay near the dive center in cane bay. This house was perfect. Not only was is clean and comfortable, it was a perfect location for us. The property managers were amazing, helpful and so inviting. They had dinner made for us upon arrival and it was delicious. Austin was very helpful with our questions upon arrival and Stephanie was very quick to answer us right away. We loved the house it was just as pictured. The home sits on a very small beach which is very accessible and was a fun way to explore. The shell and sea glass seeking was a great added bonus. The views are magnificent and I can't recommend this property enough. We use VRBO all the time and this home was spectacular. We will be back! Thank you Stephanie for hosting us in your gorgeous home!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
Beautiful place, beautiful views. Highly recommend this rental worth every penny!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding,,,
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

peter r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family trip
had a great time at the house and the attractions on island.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific experience
This was our second visit to the villa. Often, when you seek to follow up a great experience, the second time disappoints. This was most certainly not the case! The house is exactly as advertised--gorgeous with spectacular views, clean, spacious and well-equipped with a great pool. It's also well constructed--we were visited by tropical storm Ernesto but "weathered" well. The house has an excellent generator that services the whole property. Austin, the property manager, was immediately response to any concerns and took good care of us. A particular highlight, and one of the reasons for our return, was the meals provided by Chef Juliana. We selected four ala carte dinners from her extensive menu which Austin derived in the evening. Unforgettable. You can go home again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Views and great location
My family enjoyed their week of vacation at this beautiful property at a central location on the island. We enjoyed the amazing views of the ocean and the sunrise. The welcome meal was wonderful and Austin was very nice and accommodating when our flights were delayed on our departure day. We would definitely return to this property. Thanks
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hallie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views and pool
Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Villa Santa Cruz! The oceanfront view was spectacular, the house was spacious and we enjoyed the large pool every day. It was extra special to have food provided the night we arrived by chef Juliana and she catered a special birthday dinner later in the week. Since the house is centrally located, it was easy to travel to all areas of the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

W D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2024
Fantastic stay! Owner was super easy to work with and very communicative! Thank you!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island Bliss
From check in to check out the staff/owners were available to assist quickly. The property was gorgeous, the water socks advice was priceless. The pool was incredible, in fact, a majority of our days were spent in/ by the pool looking over crystal clear Caribbean blue water… so relaxing. Chef Jay was wonderful and so accommodating to different family members allergies. All of us thoroughly enjoyed the food and the convenience of having a meal set up for us 3 of our nights… thank you again to Chef Jay!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Friends Vacation
We really enjoyed the spacious house with lots of amenities. Perfect for our couples trip. Everyone had their own space for sleeping and there are great common areas for hanging out together. We were happy to have the pool to cool down. We ordered food from Juliana and it was great. They even surprised us with a meal upon our arrival. Highly recommend for a fun family or friends getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ocean front paradise
Stephanie was absolutely amazing with the booking of the villa. All of my questions, concerns and issues were handled immediately and she was very kind, personable and accommodating. Austin was a great help when needed, very prompt and courteous (Selwyn too). We chose to drive to the villa on our own and it was easy to find. The first night a wonderful dinner was brought to us from Chef Julianna along with rum punch. The location was perfect, making a trip to any part of the island within a 15-30 minute drive. The view…..stunning!!! Our group of 3 couples had an amazing stay. The beds were comfortable, the villa was clean and spacious. The kitchen is FULLY stocked with anything you may need for making dinner and drinks. The balcony and downstairs veranda were our favorite places to be with plenty of seating to take in the gorgeous view and listen to the sound of the ocean. Also a perfect spot to catch the sunrises and sunsets. The pool is absolutely incredible and the landscaping is beautiful. Loved the small beach area in front of the villa. The shoreline has sandy areas with some rocks that made it an interesting adventure with so much to see. The water is shallow out front and can be navigated with water shoes. We saw live conch, tropical fish, crabs even a ray. There is a sandy beach just a short walk down the road and kayaking at Salt River is just a short drive. We would not hesitate to stay at Villa Santa Cruz again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

ARK W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday Get-A-Way
We had a great time during our week stay at a beautiful place on a heavenly island. The house was very comfortable and spacious for us 5 friends. We enjoyed the days we just hung at the house by the pool and walking the beach. Austin was a great host and available for any needs.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Villa for Our St. Croix Getaway!
Our stay at Villa Santa Cruz exceeded all expectations! As a party of 10, we found the villa to be spacious, comfortable, and perfectly suited to our needs. From the moment we arrived, it was evident that our host, Stephanie, had gone above and beyond to ensure our trip was nothing short of amazing. The attention to detail and thoughtful touches throughout the villa truly made us feel welcome and pampered. The location was fantastic, providing both privacy and easy access to all the attractions St. Croix has to offer. We can't thank Stephanie enough for her hospitality and for making our vacation unforgettable. We highly recommend Villa Santa Cruz to anyone looking for the perfect retreat in St. Croix!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break 2024!
Thank you so much for the amazing stay! The villa was spectacular! We were so appreciative of Austin meeting us at the airport and answering phone calls as needed. The welcome meal was so delicious and a true treat after a long travel day. I wish I would have had more days to order catering. Again, we only have positive things to say! 🌴😀
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Raymond A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Stephanie house
Improvements suggested. Pool cold compared to ocean.not usable. Hot tub on list but not there. Sheets of poor quality cannot slide. Beds too high up for short people. Good response by Justin. All in all on ok stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

LINDA L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great property. Great location. Wonderful island!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

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Hosted by Stephanie Barnholt, owner (Francis Family)

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