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Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup!

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Welcome to Lime Time! A West Indies style home with Caribbean colors!
Spectacular sunrises as seen from the deck!
Relax in the hot tub and enjoy the sunset, water view, valley view, and stars!
Dine alfresco with a view of Coral Bay and Hurricane Hole!
Lots of room to relax and eat

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Coral Bay, St John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪243 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bed 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full bath

Toilet · Shower only

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup!

The locals use the word limin’ as an expression for hanging out. The word is associated with sitting under a lime tree or having nothing more demanding to do than squeezing limes. In honor of this local vernacular, we painted our home lime green and named her Lime Time. We hope during your stay here, you embrace this laid back attitude – it’s Lime Time!

Lime Time is a West Indies style home with high open beamed ceilings and splashes of Caribbean colors on the inside to invite you to come limin’. Lime Time is a private two-bedroom, one bath cottage nestled just above Coral Bay with both water views and valley views. From the deck, you will enjoy cooling trade wind breezes, see spectacular sunrises over the water, a rainbow in the valley after a rain shower, the ruins of a windmill constructed in the 1700s, and very little light pollution for incredible stargazing. The kitchen and living space are open concept with tons of counter space making it feel spacious and allowing ample room to cook, eat, and relax. There is a table for 6 both inside and outside and a full kitchen in case you just want to grill out and lime out. On the back deck is a hot tub and outdoor shower – both private yet with a view! Lime Time is perfect for a romantic getaway, for two couples, or a family of 4.

To add to your comfort, the cottage has battery backup should the island loose power. You are a half a mile away from the heart of Coral Bay - Love City Market, Lime Out, Johnny Lime, Jolly Dog, etc. And just a mile away from the famous Skinny Legs and Rhumb Lines!

Rent a Jeep as some of the best beaches require high clearance and are not paved. About 1/3 mile of the road to Lime Time is unpaved.

Property manager

Catherine Fales
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Have to be approved by owner.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Including e-cigarettes and vaping inside villa
Guest must sign Rental Agreement and Pet Addendum within 72 hours of booking. Security Deposit $500. No parties. No smoking.
Max occupancy 14 (LKAtion), 12 (Villa Agel), 6 (Lime Time) - adults and children
Swim at own risk. Travel insurance highly recommended

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: Have to be approved by owner.
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

St. John

Located in Lower Carolina, a neighbourhood in St. John, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Coral Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Maho Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 15 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Trunk Bay - 25 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬19 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming cottage -water view, hot tub, outdoor shower, battery backup! located?

Located in Lower Carolina, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Ajax Peak. Johnson Bay and Waterlemon Cay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Family vaca

Love the Coral Bay Area
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

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

Lime Time Jan 2025

Lime Time was a perfect location for us. We loved sitting out on the deck bird watching and the view was incredible! The house had everything we could possibly need. Location was great in Coral Bay. It was very peaceful! St. John is an amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Highly recommend

We were two couples (one couple has been to St John many times). This cottage is one of the most well appointed houses we have stayed in in Coral Bay. The owners really did a beautiful job renovating this cottage; the kitchen supplies were really nice, bedding comfortable and enough beach supplies. The highlight though is the outdoor shower where you can look at the stars at night or enjoy the view of the entire valley while you shower!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny & Ehrich Thomas (husband) C.

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

Wonderful place

We had a wonderful week at Lime Time. Great cottage with beautiful views. Our host was very communicative and whenever we had a question they responded super fast. We loved the outdoor shower. The breezes were great at night and we only needed the AC once. Be sure to have a four wheel drive jeep because sections of the road are a little challenging but worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

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

Amazing views!

We had a lovely visit. Enjoyed the views and the hummingbirds! Owner and property manager were very responsive and good communication before our visit with property and local information.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

antje h.

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

Perfect vacation spot

Everything was great. Will come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph S.

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

Great house!

The house is awesome and the views are even better! Great location in Coral Bay and has all the beach necessities you need. Owner and property manager are very responsive. Would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

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

Family Time

This was a perfect place for me, my sister and my nieces. It is a beautiful home and had everything we needed plus a great view. We loved our time here. The communication and ease with check in and after was excellent and we had no issues at all. Wonderful hospitality and we would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily C.

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

Great island get away

Lime Time was a wonderful place to stay on the island! We certainly loved Coral Bay. Definitely make sure the car rental company gives you a Jeep to get to the house and you will have a great week at Lime Time! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim B., Zebulon USA

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

Lime Time

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lime Time. Everything was so very nice and we plan to return soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara O.

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

Amazing Cottage Felt Like Home!

We LOVED coral bay and Lime Time! The house was perfect for our needs, check in was a breeze and the owners and managers were extremely helpful and communicative when we had any questions. The outdoor area was our favorite and we loved the vibe of Coral Bay. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Vacation 2023

We had an amazing time! Lime Time was a very nice place to stay for our family. Enjoyed the outdoor shower, my husband and I enjoyed hot tub. It was perfect as a home away from home. It was really great having all the amenities there that you need, especially all the stuff you need for a beach day. We enjoyed the beaches, snorkeling with sea turtles and all our many adventures!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Exactly as Advertised

Completed our stay in Jan 2020. The property was very clean and the property manager / owner was very prompt on responding to questions. The view was great and the back porch was awesome. Great value. We would not hesitate booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

dana o.

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

Great Place to Stay

As a builder and an innkeeper, we appreciated all the effort that went into the place as far as the restoration and comfort. They had everything we needed. The place is cute, the view is great and we enjoyed the hot tub alot! We highly recommend Lime Time! Rent a Jeep as the road up has personality! D & D
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth S.

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

Paradise in Paradise

What a treasure Lime Time was for our family trip to St. John! The owners thought of EVERYTHING!! All the beach gear anyone could possibly need; a lovely house to be our home base for all of our adventures; recommendations on everything from food markets to restaurants to hikes to beaches. We cannot wait to return to St. John and work with these amazing hosts again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

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

Special Cottage

We absolutely loved our time at Lime Time! The cottage was perfect for our family of 4, and we felt more at home here than other villas on the island, even though it is the smallest home we have stayed in. It just has a really comfortable vibe. You MUST have a jeep to get here, and put it in 4WD, as there is a short amount of road that is unpacked and very bumpy. But it’s actually pretty easy to get to for a Coral Bay location. The kitchen is well stocked with everything you need, and the house is nicely furnished. Beautiful teak table out on the patio, and we really enjoyed soaking in the hot tub after dinner. Beds are SUPER comfortable!! Had visits from the sugarbirds, lizards, donkeys, and even a herd of goats one morning. When it rained there were gorgeous rainbows that spanned the valley. Power went out one night but no worries as the backup kicked right on seamlessly. Excellent communication from both the owner and caretaker, which really makes your vacation easy. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay- we will be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meghan B.

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

A Great Coral Bay 2 Bedroom House

2 Bedroom private homes are hard to find on St John. We were happy to find this gem in Coral Bay to come back to after days of beaching. The property is well equipped for your stay: well appointed kitchen if you wish to cook, great beds (not always found at a VRBO), beach chairs + sun umbrella provided, and wonderful views from the covered deck. A Jeep is highly recommended! Catherine is a wonderful host and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Great home base in Coral Bay

Had a great stay here, location is perfect and super close to Skinny legs and Johnny Lime restaurants. Can get to Francis/Leinster Bay, Hansen, and Salt Pond beaches all within about fifteen minutes drive. Loved the hot tub and outdoor shower, we used this nearly every day. Bedroom AC worked great and beds were comfy. Unit was super clean. Definitely need a jeep, road conditions are simply awful on the way to condo. It’s not a real long length of bad roadway, but what is there is significant. We thought the road to little Lameshur was less jarring and that’s saying something. We watched an SUV in front of us spinning tires. Not a reason to avoid booking here, just make sure you have a jeep!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cydney L.

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

Relaxing, great little home

This house has such a peaceful, relaxing energy. We truly felt at home. It was very clean and very nice to look at, especially the ceilings and paint colors. The deck has beautiful views with amazing island breezes. We could open all the windows and doors to let them inside the house. I loved the noises of all the living creatures soothingly singing at night. The bed in the main bedroom was very comfortable. There's a full sized fridge and kitchen with everything you need. There are plenty of towels, sheets, and beach toys to use- chairs (which are awesome), 2 large umbrellas, a bunch of snorkel gear, noodles, etc. There's a indoor shower and an outdoor shower, which I loved. Overall, we had a great time at Lime Time and highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

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

Relaxing Lime Time

My daughter and I spent a wonderful week here. Lime Time was perfect. Pre arrival, check in and communication with host were excellent. The house was well equipped in all regards. We cooked in several evenings and everything (and more) was in the kitchen. We appreciated having everything we needed for the beach,(towels, chairs, coolers.) The beds were very comfortable. We used the AC only at night and enjoyed the island breezes other times. The deck was wonderful. We enjoyed beautiful sunrises, evening meals and hot tub soaks after some strenuous hikes ( Johnny Horn, Reef Bay, Cinnamon Bay and Salt Pond/ Rams Head. We’d recommend them all). We enjoyed being in Coral Bay ( the quiet side) Donkeys, goats and chickens were our partners on the roads there. The only caution I would give is to ensure you rent a jeep or other high carriage four wheel drive vehicle to get up to the house. Parts of the road are rough and rutted - no joke. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing stay on a gorgeous island
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marah S., Eagle Rock, VA

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

Everything You Need

My husband and I love St John, and had the pleasure of bringing my Dad along for his first visit this time. Lime Time was the perfect space for our group of 3, and could easily be comfortable for a group of 4. We were welcomed with some cold beverages waiting on us upon our arrival, and immediately took advantage of the back deck and the views it offers. There are AC units in each room, but we never turned them on due to the amount of windows in the home. We opened every window each night and slept like babies to the island breezes. The property manager, Diane, was very responsive and pleasant each time we dealt with her! It was nice having all linens and beach towels provided, as well as coolers (and beach chairs) for our daily adventures. We brought our own snorkeling gear but there were tons of snorkels, fins, and other water goodies available for use. The location of the property was fantastic since we were wanting the "quieter" side of the island. We truly hope to be able to visit this property again when we venture back in the future. Thank you Lime Time for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dustin E.

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

Perfect Little Spot

Our family of 4 (kids age 2 & 5) took our first long distance trip together to Lime Time & it was perfect for us. It's a small house but just the right size for our group. The 2 bedrooms are very close together so we could hear the youngest in the morning without use of a monitor. The 2yo slept in our travel (small) pack & play in the bedroom with the 5yo. We didn't spend much time at the house, but when we did we were on the porch. The stars on a clear night are incredible. In the evenings the kids loved the hot tub. The house doesn't have a bathtub, so our 2yo was introduced to the outdoor shower. She wasn't a fan, but the rest of the family was. The island experienced several repeated power issues upon arrival and though occasional power outages are expected, this was unusual. We found the house could use more batteries/better emergency light sources. Otherwise the house is clean, well-equipped, and brightly decorated. We cooked at the house for breakfast and several dinners. We used the house cooler & chairs for the beach. A mesh beach bag came in especially handy for our snorkel gear. The pool noodles were helpful when snorkeling with the kids. Thanks for a great trip full of fun memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

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

That WARM BREEZE!

Lime Time is perfect - a peaceful cottage in a beautiful setting. It's high enough up the mountain that you feel away from it all, yet just a short drive to Love City Market and the rest of Coral Bay. But the best part about the property is the deck - the sweeping views of the valley and bay were breathtaking, but it was the warm breeze that was the most memorable. I stayed at this property with my parents and two young daughters. My mom woke up early every morning so she could sit on the deck in peace and quiet, drinking her coffee and feeling the warm breeze. My daughter and I slept in the living room on the pull-out couch every night with the windows and doors open so we could feel the warm breeze on us as we slept. It was glorious. Lime Time was a comfortable, relaxing, PERFECT place to come home to every night after a day exploring the island, and Catherine was a gracious, helpful host! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome stay in St John!

We had a wonderful stay at this property. Description and pictures are spot on accurate and we got exactly what we expected. Clean, well appointed, great view, and air conditioners in bedrooms work VERY well. We had a wonderful stay here and the kids LOVED the visit we got from the donkeys one evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allison R., Georgia

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

Lime Time Lovin

Lime Time was just perfect for our family. It was a great place to unwind and relax from the day’s adventure. LT is well equipped and stocked. There’s a little station where previous guests leave behind helpful items (sunscreen, aloe, bug spray, etc). LT is on the opposite end of Cruz Bay so if you’re looking for walkability, this isn’t your spot. We loved it though. Going up the road to LT was always an adventure. The road has unpaved sections that we had fun tackling in our Jeep rental. One day three donkeys greeted us at the house. That was quite a laugh! It took no time to learn our way around and we really enjoyed taking the Jeep out and exploring the north and east ends of the island. Thankfully we had no power issues thanks to great weather. We kept showers super short which was a personal challenge. I love long, hot showers and that just doesn’t happen in Coral Bay. My biggest fear was running out of water since that side of the island runs on rain water. Still no complaints, we just respected the rules and adapted. One other thing to note is there is no live tv in the villa. You honestly won’t miss it. We wouldn’t have attempted to watch tv except it was Master’s wknd and opening wknd for MLB. A few dinner locations broadcast sports close by so that worked out. We truly enjoyed our first visit to St. John and believe Lime Time played a huge part in that. I would recommend this villa to anyone looking for a place a comfortable place to relax after an adventurous day. We hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Fales

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Eric and Catherine have been annual visitors to St John since 2011. They purchased a hurricane damaged property in 2018 and lovingly restored the quaint lime green Coral Bay cottage. In honor of the locals use of the word limin' as an expression for hanging out or having nothing more demanding to do than squeezing limes, we named the cottage, Lime Time. We hope you enjoy limin' at Lime Time!

Why they chose this property

It is in the middle of it all yet very private! No other tenants or property managers on premises. However, the property manager lives just up the street should you need anything! You are a 10 minute drive to the North shore beaches, 15 minutes to the floating taco bar, Lime Out, voted TIME Magazine World’s 100 Greatest Places of 2019. From the deck, you will enjoy cooling trade wind breezes, see spectacular sunrises over the water, a rainbow in the valley after a rain shower, the ruins of a windmill constructed in the 1700s, and very little light pollution for incredible stargazing. There is a hot tub to relax in first thing in the morning or when you get home from the beach!

What makes this property unique

Brand new everything in 2019! Lime Time has one of the flattest driveways on the island and a Jeep can easily turn around! Trust me, this is a big deal. Just 6 steps from the driveway to the house and one floor living! Full kitchen! Battery backup in case the island looses power.

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English

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