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Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!

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Views of Cruz Bay from Battery Hill pool deck.
Spacious living room with ample seating.
Bright and airy living room.
Updated, renovated kitchen!
New stainless appliances in our bright new kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay St John, USVI
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Honeymoon Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!

Great location and outdoor space! Renamed Azure Grotto (formally Rainbows End) and newly renovated bath and kitchen! Walk to ferry, shopping and dining. Azure Grotto is part of the 9 unit Battery Hill Condominiums in Cruz Bay. Situated on the hill near Gallows Point above Cruz Bay, this condo boasts beautiful views of the Pillsbury sound and Cruz Bay town. It is a very relaxing and private way to enjoy tropical living at its best. Beautifully maintained Battery Hill with lush landscaping is just a 5-10 minute walk from downtown with a wide range of restaurant choices and shopping experiences.

Azure Grotto's most unique feature in this complex is the amazing L-shaped deck and covered porch featuring a dining area and lounge area with cooling ocean breezes and a sunning deck. The master bedroom's French doors open to the sun deck with tropical views. This unit is very private and lush and just steps away from the sunny pool area with amazing harbor and ocean views. Conveniently located gas grill and complimentary laundry are available for your use.

Bedroom 1 has a queen bed and bedroom 2 has two twin beds that can convert to a king upon request. Their is a spacious renovated tiled bathroom . The kitchen is also newly renovated with new appliances and is well appointed. The comfortable, updated Island decorated living area has cable Smart TV and high speed wireless internet and is stocked with games and books. Open the double french doors in the living room to the covered porch and deck. This unit is shaded and there are ceiling fans and throughout every room. Both bedrooms and living room are equipped with AC units. Battery Hill has private onsite parking and is just a short walk to town.. Taxis are available if you prefer not to rent a car.

Our experienced on island property manager is available 24/7. They will arrange a virtual check in at your convenience, and guide you to Azure Grotto at Battery Hill. They will share a brief orientation of the unit, the common areas, and St John. They are available to help with any details or questions regarding your stay on St John.

Rate quote is for 2 guests, additional per person guest fees apply.

Welcome to paradise!!!


Keywords: condo, condominium, cruz bay, st john USVI

Property manager

Cynthia Cute

Languages

English, French

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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
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
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Their is a possibility of dangerous storms in the Caribbean. It may be necessary/required to evacuate the property in the event a "named" storm.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 St. John, this condo is in the city centre. 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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Cruz Bay St John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Battery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this family-friendly condo building is steps away from St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and Cruz Bay Beach. Virgin Islands National Park is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 137 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Cruz bay

Great location, very comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

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

Family / adults holiday

Our group of 4, enjoyed the property including the private outdoor covered patio and seating area with beautiful views. We loved to have our morning coffee and enjoy the view. We enjoyed the pool as well and the proximity to the restaurants in Cruz Bay and the taxis to the beaches. We didn’t rent a car and the location was great to walk to restaurants and the taxi stand. We enjoyed the property!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great location

We stayed at Rainbow’s End for two weeks.We really enjoyed the small two bed room, beachy condo. We had the windows open the whole time as the breeze was so nice. The condo was very comfortable and perfect for what we were looking for. The location was ideal as it was a short walk to all the restaurants in Cruz Bay. We enjoyed the hill as it was a little workout after eating. If you can’t handle hills, this wouldn’t be the place for you. Battery Hill also had nice amenities such as the pool, the pool deck overlooking Cruz Bay, laundry, and beach chairs. We plan to go in again next year for two weeks as the location was just ideal. We also rented a jeep for the two weeks and the parking was a nice amenity.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Great condo close to Cruz Bay

Everything you need to fully enjoy St. John is thoughtfully included in this condo. The location is close enough to walk to town, but I would recommend getting a rental Jeep. The condo itself is very clean and includes everything you need while staying in St. John. I highly recommend this condo and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Our stay

This was a beautiful spot. The outdoor area was so pretty. The pool was beautiful. We walked in to town every night for dinner. The walk back up the hill was very doable
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrey Z.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

BEWARE OF ROACHES

My family ended up cutting our stay short after finding multiple roaches. The first one showed up on the air conditioner. We killed it and after looking for others, found a dead one near the doors to the deck. We let the property manager know. They condescending told us that the "cockroaches" are palmetto bugs, which, after a quick Google search, is just another name for cockroach. They made it sound like it was common to come across a cockroach, but assured us that the unit gets sprayed for pests. We decided to just try and rest but I was awokened in the middle of the night to my wife telling me she saw two more cockroaches in the hallway. We would definitely not stay here again. We were able to get a partial refund for the nights we didn't stay here.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great location and amenities

I loved the proximity to Cruz Bay. This was a great place to stay to take day trips around St John and nearby islands. We didn’t rent a car and getting around was easy. The pool is lovely, as is the lanai. St John has some significant energy blackouts during our trip, so the pool provided a great place to cool off.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug h.

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

Great choice during winter for people with a car

The property was fully equipped and in great shape with plenty of room for a couple or a larger group. It was nice having access to the pool, beach chairs, grill and laundry. We stayed during a very hot time by St John standards, and I expect the condo would be more comfortably cooled by breezes if it wasn't so hot, The property is designed for people with a car, as has lots of parking but is not easily walkable to most places, typically 10-15 minutes one way with some really long and steep hills.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Amazing Week of Beaches and Snorkeling

The property is exactly as shown. We started our days with coffee on the pool deck over-looking Cruz Bay. Beach chairs, cooler, and beach bag were all provided. We hit the beaches early every day. We returned in late afternoon to de-brief by the pool with other people staying at the condo. Walked to town for dinner and breakfast a couple times. Would definitely stay here again. Communication with host was excellent. She even mailed a pair of earings to us my daughter had forgotten.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai M.

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

Peaceful

Beautiful location, minutes from everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

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

Best Vacation in 20 yrs

Enjoyed our time in St John can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally h.

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

Beautiful space with great shady outdoor areas and walked to town location with a couple steep hills

We loved this property. Very comfortable with great wraparound deck with plenty of shade and comfortable seating. There was only a small view of the water at Cruise Bay because the trees below have kind of grown to block the better, but it was plenty for us after a full day at the . The kitchen was perfect size for two people, was well-equipped and the beautiful half-shaded pool was just a few steps outside our door The beds were very comfortable and we appreciated air-conditioning in the bedrooms. we did find the window units to be a little loud but you get used to that. All in all this was a great value, comfortable place to stay, very helpful servicing, with a light touch of live beach bar music every evening (but not too loud). We loved it and would stay here again. We also enjoyed watching the family of large iguanas in the tree below the deck….amazing!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenni R., Indiana

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

Oustanding property; great host

This home is in a really well-kept community with shared laundry, a pool, parking, and great views from the shared pool/deck. The unit itself was clean and spacious, perfect for our family of 3 adults (would work also for 4 adults quite well). The outdoor spaces were well furnished and spacious and the covered area was great on the rainy morning and when the sun was hot, though we were rarely at home during the day. Unit was exceptionally clean and was well-outfitted with things like fans and extension cords, games, and coolers and beach chairs. The property owner and manager were outstanding communicators and the entire process was so efficient. The location is a (albeit hilly) walk to restaurants and entertainment. Driving in St. John has its challenges but if you plan to do more than stay at home or go to Cruz Bay area, you'll want your own vehicle. Host provided excellent recommendations for activities, dining, and more! If we return to the island, we will absolutely request this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

A Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Rainbow’s End. We loved the property, the location, and the beautiful views. We had everything we needed and more. And to top-it-off everyone involved in the process was kind and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

John S.

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

A nice stay

It’s a nice building, two room place and scenic vistas. I spent little time on the deck but the pool deck is so close and very nice. The pool is very nice but virtually unusable as it’s too cold unheated at this time. The location is up a few steep hills, that worked for us but some may hate it. Very well kept property and they were making updates on our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Outstanding Home Base for a Visit to St. John

My family loved our stay here. The unit was exactly as described in the listing. Very comfortable and well appointed. High marks for the inside space, the outside deck space, and the pool shared with the rest of complex. Cynthia was very helpful all along the way. Definitely recommend renting a jeep while you are on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Rainbow's End

This property is wonderful. It's tucked away with a pool that has a wonderful view of cruz bay & you can hear the live music from the beach bar which I thought was nice. The wrap around porch is key b/c you have a shaded option and seating in the sun. You can walk two different ways into town, each have a large hill which is a good opportunity for exercise, and you don't have to drive after some drinks. The condo has everything you need within the kitchen, bath towels, beach towels, beach chairs, etc. I would love to come back and stay here again. It was perfect for the 4 of us! So happy that I stumbled across it. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ileen T.

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

Beautiful property close to town

We had a wonderful time at Rainbow’s End. It was well stocked with all the provisions - coolers, sunscreen, beach chairs, etc. It is a short walk to the downtown with shops and restaurants. Be aware that the sounds of the downtown can be heard until late (the beach bar has live music most nights). Closing the windows and turning on the a/c might have cancelled out the noise, but we enjoyed the cool breeze too much to do that :) Lastly, the views and private patio were amazing. We would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl E.

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

Walking distance to restaurants

Close to pier and restaurants. Live music travels up the hill so not quiet until later at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

tracey c.

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

perfect vacation!

Rainbows End was wonderful! The condo had absolutely everything you needed...towels, beach towels, coolers, chairs, noodles and the kitchen was fully stocked with all you needed. My husband and I had the best time in St. John and hope to be back again next year. We would definitely choose Rainbows End again!! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bhavik P.

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

Great stay at battery hill condo

We had fun time staying over 5 days for mid December. Battery hill condominiums are located at close by to the Cruz bay and is very decent location to the town and restaurants. As the location is close to town there was some noise at night from beach restaurant music but it was not that bothering, although all good after 10pm. Parking is available for guests. We liked some of the amenities such as beach chairs, floaters and cooler. It has great Cruz bay views and pool overlooking Cruz bay. Condo rooms are nice and so do the beds. Property is very well managed and Cynthia is wonderful host. She was helpful from day one. Overall amazing property and we would love to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S., Littleton, NC

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

Best Deck on the Property

We rented 3 properties at Battery Hill and Rainbow's End was the gathering spot. The corner deck provides absolutely amazing views and plenty of room for all of us. We loved having both the uncovered and covered desk, as there was a light shower one evening. Communication with the owner was great-no detail was left out. The unit was light and airy and had all of the essentials and a few extras! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daryl K.

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

Wonderful Place

We loved everything about our stay here at Battery Hill. Check in/out was super easy. They kept us informed of everything along the way and gave a bunch of suggestions on dining, hiking and anything else we needed. Close to town so we could walk to all the restaurants/bars and didn't have to worry about parking. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

KAREN

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved Rainbow’s End. The large deck was wonderful with an incredible view. It was great to be able to walk to everything. There are a couple of very steep hills that would be difficult for some people. The condo has everything you need including beach chairs, towels and a cooler. The only negative was the lack of central air. There are window units in the bedrooms, but the kitchen/living room was around 84 degrees even with the windows open. We spent so much time either at one of the beaches, in town or on the deck that the heat wasn’t really a problem. Would definitely recommend this condo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Cute

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We are a family of six and recently moved to Cape Cod after 30 years in Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington DC. We have very busy lives and Rainbows End in Cruz Bay is our escape...a small piece of paradise where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking outdoors, and we love sharing it with others! It only took us a few visits to St. John with our children to quickly realize St John was a place we would always return to. We love the relaxing peace and beauty of the island and the great vibrant restaurants of Cruz Bay! Hiking and snorkeling off the white sand beaches are by far our favorite activities...there is no place on earth like St. John!

Why they chose this property

Battery Hill is located on the top of the hill looking out over Cruz Bay. Not only does it offer amazing views, it is short stroll into town for shopping and dinning offering the best of both worlds. Rainbows End is a very private unit with GREAT outdoor space, both covered space for your morning coffee or an evening night cap as well as open space for private sunbathing! The complex pool is just a few steps away....it is a private grotto with all the amenities needed in close proximity!

What makes this property unique

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