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Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep

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Mampoo Hill's "Back Yard"
Day Time on the Deck
A Sunset from the Lower Deck
Late AfternoonView
Living Room and Entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. John, USVI
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom (See Description)

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep

Clean, disinfected and 20 yards from the ocean, Mampoo Hill is a very special island beach house. Relax from the decks with the view and sound of the lapping blue water with gently swaying palm trees in between. Or snorkel in privacy in the "back yard" ocean. And watch dramatic sunsets from the luxurious spa or lounge chairs on the upper or lower deck as the end of daylight glistens off the trees and Caribbean ocean.

Mampoo Hill (designed by the most famous architect on island who also did the iconic Mongoose Junction) was meticulously designed to take advantage of its fabulous, close up ocean views--from EVERY room. This rare, beautiful, open air island home has a huge air conditioned master bedroom with a double dressing area, king size bed, queen size futon couch, library, ceiling fans, TV and internet connection while the guest bedroom has twin beds (that can be made up as a king), a ceiling fan, AC, remote controlled cable TV and a full bathroom. Both have spectacular beach front views. Enjoy a beautifully renovated kitchen, a gas grill, spa, and al fresco dining. Note: Jeep rental is optional and available directly from the owner. No check-ins on Dec. 25.


Keywords: house, Mampoo Hill, waterfront, jacuzzi, wifi, private, AC. low cost

Property manager

Candace Kaspers
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 8
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
House Jeep (less than in-town jeeps) may be rented by owners directly provided you are self-insured.
No children under age 8.
Please note that September is always closed for repairs and renovations

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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St. John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 8.4 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 - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. John holiday home is steps from Rendezvous Bay and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Hart Bay and Chocolate Hole are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Terrific location, terrific host, loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing open air home on the beach
Holiday family vacation was so much fun especially due to the location of this home on St John
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just.... Wow.
What an absolutely stunningay, or a solo trip if you're looking for some peace and quiet aand mind-blowing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHNNA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect anniversary property
This is a 2 bedroom property but me and my husband were looking for a special property for our 30th wedding anniversary so did not have any other couples join us. And we nailed it with this one! Everything was perfect for what we were looking for. We rented the jeep and that made it super easy and convenient on arrival aWnd departure. The property was so beautiful and the critters of Mampoo Hill we entertaining to watch. The location is convenient for getting to Cruz Bay (can be to the ferry in 7 minutes) and other nearby beaches. We cooked in a few times and there is plenty of utensils and pots and pans to cook any meal and the grill was in great shape for grilling steaks our first night. We used the hot tub everyday and it was great for mornings and evenings. We had hired a photographer to capture some pictures to remember our special trip and had planned to go to another beach but the property was so beautiful and was so special for us we decided to have them take the photos there on the deck and down by the beach. Can't wait to see how they turned out. We will rebook the property the next time we stay on St John, which hopefully will be sooner rather than later.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cherie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views
We absolutely loved our time at Mampoo Hill. The sunset views were amazing. The house was very clean and well kept. Pictures don't do justice. Jennifer & Craig were great to work with and we really enjoyed seeing all of Candice's art work around the house. We can't wait to return to St Johns and plan on booking this home again when we do.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleased...
Clean, beautiful view, private and very relaxing. Not far from Cruz bay. Easy to find.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Private Paradise by the Caribbean
This beautiful home exceeded our expectations. Awesome open concept home with a private, air conditioned bedroom on both sides of the common areas. Beautiful views and only a few steps from the shore. Clean, well stocked and maintained. 5 stars! Local support staff was awesome and available to address any issues. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rj E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as described—an extraordinary property
Mampoo Hill will go down as one of—if not THE—most extraordinary vacation properties we’ve ever experienced. The house is fun and well maintained, but words don’t do the scene, view, privacy, and lusciousness of the property justice. All the caveats shared by other reviewers are accurate—there are an abundance of no see ems, island life is unpredictable (power outages were a thing during our stay), etc—and this isn’t a “luxury” property in terms of sheer creature comforts, so go in with your eyes open. But we loved it and would definitely stay again! The owner and caretakers are fab, the jeep was great, and we are feeling very lucky to have spent 9 days in this special place.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
When we travel, we prefer to find places more "away" from the crowds and high-rises. This VRBO at Mampoo Place delivers. The sounds of the ocean, the views all day (and even sometimes at night!) The seashells, iguanas, hermit crabs, and marine life were all fantastic. I was nervous about the iguanas "visiting" but they stayed in their tree and were delightful entertainment. We stayed as a last family vacation with all of our 4 children still "in the nest" and my mama heart stuffed a million memories in with so many smiles! The mosquitoes are nothing to mess with here! They were violent little suckers (and I was born and raised in MN lakes country where they get to be the size of small birds!) Moral of the story; USE THE JUNGLE JUICE. We also had issues with sugar ants, but with an open-air concept like Mampoo Hill, it would be silly to complain, I just think a warning is due that if you don't want to share your snacks with critters of all sizes, shapes, and forms, then you should keep all opened foods in airtight containers, the fridge, or freezer and do your dishes promptly after eating. Taking out the trash daily is doubly recommended for the same reasons (we never left garbage to find out, but I wholeheartedly believe ANYTHING left out could bring in uninvited guests!) The people, the history, the water, and EVERYTHING about this island is magical. I have NEVER had my stress melt away like our two weeks here and I pray we can make it back again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Our stay was amazing. When you walk in it’s open and has many chairs and sitting areas to check out the beach. Beach was beautiful, it is a rocky one so I recommend bringing good shoes in your bags. They provided us with everything included snorkeling gear. The bugs are definitely present, but they were kind enough to provide us with a great bug repellent, make sure to lather up. The iguanas were great company and fun to watch. Everything was so easy to get to, I definitely recommend you renting their jeep, it made the trip so much more convenient and much less pricey than renting at the airport. Everyone I talked to was responsive very quickly and accommodating. The people in general all around were just so kind.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
Property was amazing! Caretakers were instantly available to correct a few glitches. All in all we loved our experience at Mampoo Hill! Don’t miss the sunsets….Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mampoo hill
It was amazing , place is perfect , bay and ocean so nice and iguanas and wild life a bonus . House was well stocked and great
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Honeymoon/Familymoon
The house was gorgeous. Close to the water which was very nice. Lots of friendly lizards to watch. Amenities were great. House was very clean, stocked and just overall beautiful. Had an amazing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welsh wedding trip
We found what we were looking for in our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
book it
a wonderful property - no reason not to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave T., Nashville, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
This house was amazing. Anyone looking for a true island experience---this is it. If we were to return to St. John, it would be based on the availability of Mampoo hill. Craig was so nice and helpful. Meeting us at the ferry is a definite plus. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancey V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mampoo Hill is our home away from home!
The house, which is old St. John in all the best ways, is also completely updated with comfy living room furniture, the best beds and a kitchen that literally has everything you need and then some. We love the outdoor shower and the hot tub. This is our fourth stay at Mampoo Hill and the welcome home we fet from everyone is truly a joy. Kaspers Jeep is the best deal on the island and gets us everywhere we want to go. So many people mention the mosquitos, which are admittedly annoying around sunset. But, judicious use of repellent works for us. Besides, its the tropics and bugs are part of the ecosystem. Thank you, Candy and Bill, for naking your home available so that, when we come home to STJ, we're really at home!
Stayed 15 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morning T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect! Beautiful House--Amazing Location!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Mampoo Hill. The outdoor living space was perfect. Everything was exactly as described. The photos do not do it justice. The house was well-stocked, communication was great. The only thing to mention is that there aren't curtains on the bedroom windows, so it gets bright very early. By 6:30ish we were up because of the sunlight. So if you like to sleep in or take naps, then bring a sleep mask. But in saying that, we'd come back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
The property is amazing! The views are outstanding with sunrise and sunset plus the birds and iguana. We can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
St. John Paradise
The property is right on a rocky/shell beach and excellent snorkeling is 200 yards away. The views are world class. The soothing sounds of the Caribbean are ever present. The home is an architectural wonder and blends into the beautiful Mampoo Hill. Depending on your mood, you could spend all your time at the house or drive 10 minutes to enjoy the great restaurants and bars in Cruz Bay. All of the wonderful sights and beaches on St. John are within 20-30 minutes. Great Place!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Beautiful. Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Moriah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Satisfy my soul
Mampoo Hill is a slice of heaven. Upon arriving and walking into the Carribean style open air home we immediately were mesmerized by the breathtaking ocean views. The air moved through the spaces with the breeze and sun radiated the two decks in the late afternoon. The living room and kitchen spaces are open air but each bedroom is private and comfortably appointed. We loved all the artwork by the owner displayed throughout. We woke early each morning to the sounds of the waves caressing the stoney beach, enjoyed breakfast on the deck and finished each evening under the stars in the hot tub. There could not have been a more peaceful way to start and finish each day. We made sure to make it back for late afternoon sunsets with a glass of champs to finish off a beautiful beaching, hiking, paddle boarding and snorkeling excursion. We even spent a couple days doing nothing at all but relaxing in place, fishing from the rocks and exercising on the beach. It was just perfect. We did need to be proactive and keep the bedroom door closed at all times to avoid any bugs from entering. We kept the ceiling fans circulating for constant air flow and minimize moving mosquitoes, it worked perfect. The added value of the jeep rental from the owners was appreciated. The wash/dryer was a plus. The home was well stocked in the kitchen, with plenty of towels and linens. A bonus for us was an in villa couples massage. The set up was perfect, with the sun setting and the breeze coming through the living room while the therapists worked in each of us!! To say the least, we enjoyed every aspect! We are looking to rebook for next year… already
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim & Kristi A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoy Your Own Private Paradise
This was the PERFECT place for our group of 2 couples. Well-designed for island time with two split bedrooms and an open air kitchen & common space. Amazing views of Little St. James & St. Thomas. Short drive to Cruz Bay. Well-stocked kitchen with great selection of cookware. Owners also provide plenty of equipment for beach activities! Pro Tip #1: Pour a glass of your favorite beverage & enjoy a front row seat to the breathtaking sunset every evening. Pro Tip #2: Keep your windows open to breathe in the ocean air as the breaking waves lull you to sleep. Unexpected highlights: Iguanas & crabs are plentiful. So fun to watch!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House--Amazing Location
We have a great week at Mampoo Hill. The house is incredible. We enjoyed being so close to the beach, loved the hot tub, and made very good use of Candace's Jeep (as an add-on the house rental). We couldn't have been happier. In response to other reviews, we were there for a week from Christmas to New Years and didn't have any issues with mosquitos or other bugs. We were expecting them but never needed to break out the bug spray. The caretakers were responsive to questions and easy to communicate with. The house was well-stocked and comfortable. And the setting on the beach is so peaceful and lovely. We'll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Candace Kaspers

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My husband, Bill, and I (Candace) live in Atlanta, Georgia. He's a management labor lawyer with his own firm, Kaspers & Associates and I am a retired college professor and current gold and sterling silver jewelry artist. Bill graduated from Princeton and U. of Michigan Law School and I graduated from Mills College (California) and U. of Michigan Graduate School.

Why they chose this property

This is an authentic beach front property with beauty and modern conveniences, 20 yards from the ocean on St. John, USVI. This true island home was designed by the famous Glenn Spear who also designed the iconic Mongoose Junction in Cruz Bay. What's not to like?

What makes this property unique

Fabulous, private snorkeling in your own back yard and palm trees within 10 yards of the ocean and house; 1 acre of property; privacy; all the modern conveniences yet a newly renovated "island" home which takes advantage of its views and tradewinds.

Languages:

English

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