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Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief!

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Moonswept Great Room from the front entrance
Great Room Sitting area
Moonswept Pool deck at dusk
Moonswept front entrance
Sunrise from the pool deck at Moonswept

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St John VI
  • Johnson Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪255 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief!

Moonswept was named one of the Top 5 New Caribbean Villas of 2008 by Caribbean Way Canada Magazine. The villa is owned by two New York City musicians, Garry Dial and Terre Roche.
We have added some new features in the last year! We now have Tesla batteries which power the house using solar panels on the roof. No more power outages at Moonswept! There is also the option of A/C in the great room and a heated pool for an additional fee.
You can visit our website for more information.
Moonswept is a picturesque retreat, high above the turquoise waters of the Caribbean with its scattering of islands, splendid in the morning sun and magical in the moonlight. The villa is a spacious getaway as far from the madding crowd as one could be, with the luxury of a villa and the serenity and natural beauty of an enchanted island.
When you enter the front door the high vaulted ceiling is a grand dome over the kitchen area, not unlike the sky itself. You're inside, but you're not cramped. Almost immediately you are called toward the Great Room by the most spectacular view of the sea through huge windows that give a sweeping vista of your surroundings. You'll want to stop and experience this moment fully. Many of our guests have remarked that the photographs on the website don't begin to evoke the feeling that comes with being at Moonswept.
The villa has plenty of cozy spaces in which to congregate, yet you'll never feel confined. The colors, the artwork on the walls, the furniture and all of the small details of design are elements mindfully added over time to maintain an environment in which each visitor can feel at home.
The kitchen is fully equipped with all of the modern conveniences. There are two equal-sized bedrooms, each with a California King-sized bed, two spacious bathrooms, laundry facilities, a large screen TV in the Great Room sitting area and Wi-Fi throughout the house. If you feel like eating indoors, you can sit at the great Basque-style dining table in the center of the villa and watch the moods of the sea and sky changing moment to moment.
Out on the pool deck you'll sit under the awning in the shade and enjoy meals at the dining table, or soak up the sun's rays on the deck chairs by the pool in a completely private environment. There's a hot tub for soothing the tired muscles that we all seem to bring along with us. This is a great place from which to watch the night sky with it's stars, moon, satellites and comets inviting your mind to expand outward and reconnect with your true nature.
We sincerely hope that you can experience the beauty of the island of St. John through the wonder of Moonswept Villa and bring back with you some of her inspiration and serenity.

Four-wheel drive vehicle required.

Please visit our website for more information.


Keywords: Luxury Villa, Best View on St, John, Awesome View,
Luxury Retreat, World's Best Beaches, Hiking, Spacious Villa with Pool and Hot Tub, Award-winning Caribbean View, Fully Equipped Spacious Villa, Private and Comfortable at the top of the World, Calabash Boom

Property manager

Terre Roche
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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 13–17
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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
For all children under 8 years old guest must sign a liability waiver

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. 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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St John VI

What's nearby

  • Johnson Bay - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Trunk Bay - 12 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 20 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Maho Beach - 26 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Moonswept Villa - Great Beyond Belief! located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Johnson Bay and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Little Lameshur Bay is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike N.

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

PARADISE

These words have all been said already, but you really can not believe the view of Coral Bay from this house when you see it with your own eyes for the first time! My wife and I had a week of snorkeling so many beautiful bays, hiking cool trails and visiting 1-2 beaches a day. Then come back to the house and have fresh swordfish on the grill and enjoy the pool and hot tub under the stars. The beds were great and everything was amazing. We read many informative books at the house that were so informative about St John’s to help us plan the next days adventure..The road up the mountain to the house was intimidating the first time (in the dark) but really not a big deal the rest of the week. I really hope this is not the last time we visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred F.

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

Beautiful Villa !

Moonswept Villa is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy Island life in St John.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank P.

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

Awesome views

As described.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Amazing views

The home was amazing, comfortable ,private and had everything we needed. The owners was available and helped with any issues that came up.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing view

Everything was as promised. Views were amazing and the house was perfect. Terre was a fantastic host. Will stay again next time for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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

Amazing

We stayed 6 nights and wish we stayed longer. Moonswept is a spacious villa with an unbelievable view and an oversized pool for St John. We were very happy to return to this villa each day after exploring St John and the BVI. Terre and Garry are excellent hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

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

TRULY SPECTACULAR!

We LOVED our visit to Moonswept Villa. It's the place to stay if you want a fantastic view, both daytime and nighttime, and want to be away from it all. We were lucky enough to be there for a full moon. We even got a rainbow one afternoon. The house itself is great and clean. In addition to snorkeling everyday, we also enjoyed the pool and hot tub each day. Like many tropical places there were many bird and insect sounds at night, so if you are a light sleeper, bring some earplugs. Also of note, the drive to the villa is an adventure; however, it is absolutely worth it! The owner will provide you with wonderful tips about restaurants, etc. The house also has coolers, beach towels, and beach chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

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

Lovely Property

Amazing views. We will come again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion C.

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

Wonderful!

Our stay at Moon Swept Villa exceeded our expectations! Poised high up the mountain, it offers expansive, almost 180 degree views. We are now spoiled and are not sure we could stay at any other villa at a lower elevation. A steep but fun climb up the mountain and no problem with a 4X4. Parking was easy. Thank you for a well appointed house. The pool and hot tub were great and used daily after long hikes and snorkeling excursions. Perfect layout with ample room for the four of us. No issues. Never needed to contact the host for assistance. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH S.

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

Moonswept Villa - perfect

Beautiful, safe and convenient! Moonswept Villa provided everything we needed for an amazing stay on St. John!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Get away

Wonderful views of the bay with privacy. Pool was great to relax in at the end of the day. The stay could not have been any better.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

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

Perfect paradise getaway for family of 4

I have to say that these pictures do not do the Villa justice. The home was even nicer than expected! And the views are the best on the island. We spent hours just looking out over the Caribbean Sea. The pool and hot tub were nice to have after spending our days exploring the beaches. And we all agreed the beds were extremely comfy. I would definitely recommend Moonswept Villa for a family of 4 of two couples.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

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

Fabulous home. Wonderful experience.

The home was beautiful. We paid for the heated pool and it was absolutely lovely, we swam in it several times each day. The drive is steep, but we got used to it after a day or so the house is conveniently located near coral bay. Easy to get to the restaurants and shops. Nicely located to get to salt pond and the North Shore peaches. We love Coral Bay. Would love the house !!We plan on staying here again when we come back to Saint John, absolutely perfect location loved it!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Beautiful Villa

We had an outstanding stay at Moonswept. The views are unbelievable. The house had everything you need for a relaxing stay. The hosts were terrific and very responsive to all questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

George P., Deerfield Beach Fl

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

This property is everything!

Listen, if you are visiting St John, this is the house to stay in. We were so impressed with the view and all the amenities. We went to many different beaches, trails and mountain tops, nowhere on the island was there a more gorgeous view. The house was extremely clean & well equipped with everything necessary to cook, grill and spend days in the heated pool and jacuzzi without needing to go anywhere should you choose. The owners were downstairs but believe me when I tell you, we never heard of saw anyone at all. It was nice to know that should we need anything, someone was close by. There were also coolers, beach chairs, beach towels, etc… they really have thought of everything. We were very pleased, and hope to someday return to this very same house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Chicago, IL

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

Gorgeous view

Beautiful home, spacious, and the views are incomparable.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mason F.

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

Awesome views!

We really enjoyed our stay at Moonswept Villa! The house has tremendous views and the pool is a necessity in our minds. The house is very clean and well kept. A/C made our trip in August very comfortable! The beaches are not far and we found a great beach within 15 minutes that has excellent snorkling.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria C.

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

What a beautiful home and location! We loved it!

This is a beautiful view and great home. We enjoyed the outdoor area with pool, hot tub, and grill. Store at the bottom of the hill is great. Awesome place to relax and enjoy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamison T.

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

August 2022

Great visit at Moonswept
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., Richwood TX

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

Great week at Moonswept

We recently spent a week here and lived up to every expectation. Clean, well stocked with everything you need, and the best views on the island. Close to stores, snorkel rental, and restaurants at Coral Bay. Highly recommended !
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason W., Houston, US

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

Everything as promised & Not a better view on the island

My wife and I stayed at Moonswept in May 2022 and it was everything promised. The house is spectacular, nice furniture, well decorated, fantastic outdoor pool area and THAT VIEW!!! There is no exaggeration in everyone's comments about the view. Also, we used both the bedroom and main room ACs and it was no problem keeping the house nice and cold even as the temps starting rising in late May...this was a big plus. I am particularly fond of the coral bay side of the island and the location provides quick access to the restaurants around Aqua Bistro, Salty Mongoose, etc... as well as Pizzabar & Calabash market right at the base of the hill and Miss Lucy's close by in the other direction. This was one of the reasons we selected Calabash Boom this trip instead of the East End which we have done previously. One other benefit to the location is relatively easy access to Salt Pond Bay which is a gem of a beach and snorkeling experience shielded from most tourists on the island. Basically had it to myself each morning. The only thing to note is that the house is quite high so the winding road up was a bit of a challenge to my wife who is afraid of heights. But that is what affords such an amazing backdrop and is generally ok after a couple times. Would absolutely come back. Jason Word
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Syed H.

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

Breathtaking views and privacy. Splendid!

Just a beautiful property with breathtaking views of not only Coral Bay but also the British Virgin islands. Everything worked well and we used the pool and hot tub multiple times during the day everyday. It is a beautiful property for a couple who wants to be together in privacy and enjoy themselves. Make sure you have a 4x4 because the property is up on a mountain and it's a bumpy ride. I would definitely come back and recommend this property to everyone without any reservation.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brittany R.

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

Magical stay

Thank you so much for giving us the magical week in paradise we had needed! We can’t wait to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S., MIchigan

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

Beautiful views

Property was very clean and the view was incredible! We were surprised to find out the owners lived downstairs, however we barely saw them.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Terre Roche

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We are two New York City musicians. When we arrive at Moonswept we exhale. It is the most exhilerating exhale we've ever experienced!

Why they chose this property

We never dreamed of buying a house in St. John. Through a series of magical events, we visited the island, performed some shows there, bought the land and a dear friend of ours helped build the villa.

What makes this property unique

Unlike any other place we've ever been, Moonswept has a powerful effect on the soul, healing the wounds of stress and empowering us to return to our work lives in New York City.

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English

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