Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town

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La Mer's spacious porch with hammock, outdoor

The large inviting pool just steps from La Mer

The hammock is a great place to start island time.

The spacious porch with hammock & outdoor dining.

Sunsets are wonderfully different every afternoon!

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Barbecue grill
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

St. John, VI

Cruz Bay Beach
‪4 min walk‬
Honeymoon Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Trunk Bay
‪16 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Our St John condo is a wonderful, 1bedroom, 1 bath vacation rental conveniently located just steps from Cruz Bay on a quiet residential street just past Gallows Point Resort with great breezes and water views. Frank Bay Beach is just around the corner and the sunsets are amazing from here! Our condo has Caribbean inspired colors and amenities, perfect for adults, honeymooners or couples with all the comforts of home with a little more privacy and affordability than St John hotels or resorts.

With 10' high ceilings, cool tiled floor, and ocean views are a welcoming island retreat. Villa La Mer has air conditioning, and fans throughout with regular tradewinds.

Step from the living room or bedroom onto our large porch with an outdoor teak dining table, lounge chairs, an island inspired hammock, and electric BBQ grill. The porch overlooks the shared (with four other condos) pool and some of the best sweeping views of the Caribbean and other islands, and of course sunsets you will forever remember.

The spacious living room has a floor to ceiling bookshelf, TV, & CD Player, and we have WiFi.

Our kitchen is well stocked by my mother (a Southern cook!) , so you should have everything you need to fix an elaborate meal or blend your favorite island concoctions.

The property is beautifully landscaped with year-round blossoming plants and you will absolutely love the large pool that is privately shared with the other four units on the property.

Our condo is very well maintained and our Welcome Team will also be available if have any questions about the condo.

We hope you enjoy our island home away from home.

***La Mer is not available from September until the first week in October.

Property manager

Adele Brown Stotler

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.

St. John, VI

What's nearby

Cruz Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Honeymoon Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
Caneel Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 4.0 km
Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min walk
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min walk
‪Beach Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪Greengo’s - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cruz Bay 1 Bdrm Condo Just Steps from Frank Bay & Easy Walk into Town located?

Situated by the sea, this condo building is steps away from St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and Cruz Bay Beach. Virgin Islands National Park is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away.

9.8

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

16 April 2025

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

100% would stay again

The location of the condo is perfect for a walk into town. Parking in Cruz Bay is very difficult, so having the ability to walk into town was key!! The physical space in the condo was perfect for us. One bedroom, one bath, the "one fanny" kitchen (it's pretty narrow- only one person at a time!), and great living space inside and out. We appreciated Patty meeting us for check-in, as well as the wonderful communication prior. Loved the pool and the view. Could not have found a more perfect spot for a week in St. John.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy G.

5 February 2025

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

Great Spot

Lovely place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

N L.

14 January 2025

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

Beautiful, convenient place in Cruz Bay

This is a really bright, comfortable, and pleasant place within easy walking distance of central Cruz Bay. We stayed here in 2015, when it was surrounded by construction and lacked air conditioning. With the construction noise gone and the installation of air conditioning (which we only used in the bedroom at night), the villa is now top-notch. There are still roosters, but being able to close windows and use AC meant they weren't an issue. Patti was communicative and accommodating, and check-in and -out were straightforward. I don't have anything to add from the other reviews other than to agree with them (except to say that we found the bed perfectly comfortable and not hard at all).

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick & Cordella M.

10 January 2025

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

Villa Caribe / Villa La Mer

My husband & I loved our stay at Villa Caribe/ Villa La Mer. We are very familiar with this area of Cruz Bay and were happy to have had the opportunity to stay at Villa La Mer. Everything was perfect - very clean, beautifully decorated. We appreciated the art made by local artisans depicting not only the tropical beauty of the VI, but also the people & culture of St. John. We enjoyed the large deck, overlooking the pool, and watching the car barge come & go...while relaxing in the hammock! The kitchen was fully stocked with kitchen gadgets, spices, and pots & pans which made it super easy for me to make Christmas dinner that we enjoyed with family at the lovely teak dining table on the deck. Patti, the property manager, was very nice and communicated well with us. We would not hesitate to stay here again! :-)-Rick & Cordella

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

7 January 2025

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

A excellent place to stay in Cruz Bay

The apartment was very comfortable, with a large balcony and dining table, hammock, etc. offering a great view. The complex pool was very nice on a hot day. A short walk along the beach to restaurants, bars, and the dolphin market for provisions as well as the ferry dock and national park visitors center.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

20 December 2024

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

Excellent Location, great views

This place has everything you need. And it has a great sunset view. It is walkable to the Cruz Bay restaurants and shops. And the Property manger was helpful and friendly.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

4 December 2024

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

St John stay

We loved our stay here. Quiet, yet close enough to walk to Cruz bay. The manager was always available if needed.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John V.

29 October 2024

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

Great property and location was perfect!!

The property was perfect for what we were looking for. Convenient walking distance to all the activities in Cruz Bay. The walk back to the property was a little uphill but wasn't big a challenge. The deck was amazing with great views. Patti was great to work with for checking in. The apartment had everything that was needed for a great stay. Kitchen was well stocked. We cooked a couple of meals and didn't seem to be lacking anything we needed. Pool was convenient and comfortable. We used the pool most nights and we were the only people I saw using it. It was cool to see big iguanas in the trees in the yard from the deck. We counted 14 on our last day. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

anna m.

13 June 2024

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

Lovely Stay in Cruz Bay

We absolutely loved this condo! the location was perfect, walking distance to town but still quiet. And the back deck was our favorite hang out spot. The property manager Patti, was so nice and easy to communicate with. We can't wait to stay here again

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

erika s.

12 May 2024

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

Great launching pad for St. John adventuring

This condo on Cruz bay is exactly as described. It is clean, well-stocked with essentials, has some great books to read about St. John, and it is close to town. We loved being able to walk into Cruz bay (it’s about a 5-7 minute walk to the Cruz Bay landing area). We also liked walking down to Frank Bay in the morning. There’s a peacock around there so that was cool to see. We enjoyed the covered deck for relaxing and coffee in the morning. We go to St. John often and we spend our days hiking, snorkeling, and going to the beach so this was a perfect little spot to rest and unwind after our exploring. The hammock is a great touch. Patti, the property manager, was awesome! Extremely kind and responsive.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen E.

21 April 2024

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

St. John getaway

We loved this property. It was just as expected and had all the necessary items and more. The property manager Patti met us upon arrival and gave us the overviev. Very grateful for the beach chairs, towels and coolers we used everyday. Convenient to walk every evening to dinner or out on the town.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

18 March 2024

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

Great stay.

We really enjoyed the Villa. It gave us everything we needed. Nicely furnished and decorated.The covered porch with a beautiful view and pleasant breezes was the highlight. Short walk to Cruz Bay restaurant. Easy parking.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sally h.

18 February 2024

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

Beautiful space, easy walk to Cruz Bay restaurants, peace fun views

We really enjoyed our stay here. King bed was very comfortable and we liked the AC splits for the bedroom. Pool was amazing and quiet. Living space was really nice and large for a rainy day. Deck was more comfortable than most, with choices for sun and shade. Did have a sunset view, but just know that it's just a narrow view now because trees on neighboring properties are blocking it some. But there was still penalty of beautiful water views. Just loved this villa! And the owner and caretaker were both fantastic as well. thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

4 February 2024

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

Honeymoon Getaway

We visited St. John for our honeymoon and had a lovely stay. We enjoyed the property and it was a nice walking distance to town. What you see in the photos is what you get. We had no complaints and would stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

5 November 2023

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

Can’t wait to book again!

My husband and I spent a week vacationing in St John for our anniversary and had a great experience here! Adele and Patti were so welcoming and made everything so easy for us. Our favorite things: - The property is just a short walk to Cruz Bay. - The pool is private, quiet and so refreshing for an afternoon dip after the beach. - The deck is perfect for coffee and breakfast in the morning or watching the sunset in the evening. We can’t say enough good things about this property and look forward to booking again in the future!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Daniel D.

17 July 2023

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

Don’t stay here if you want a good night sleep!!!!!!

This was one of the worst experiences of our lives. Once we arrived at the property, we immediately noticed the bedroom. Before discussing the bedroom, we do note that the property is in a great location close to town. It is also large with a nice balcony and a relaxing hammock as well as a pool. Now back to the bedroom. We laid on the bed and discovered that it was extremely uncomfortable. We saw some of the reviews that mention that the bed was firm, but that is a complete understatement. We have stayed in hotels, motels and the like all over the world. This bed was the most uncomfortable we have ever attempted to sleep on hands down!! It felt like you were sleeping on a piece of plywood. Unfortunately, we were UNABLE to sleep on this so-called “mattress”. It was impossible and we stayed up all night for two nights in a row. Unfortunately, the bed situation complexly ruined the vacation. It led to two tired people who were extremely irritable, to say the least. After two nights of not sleeping, we vacated the property even though we had rented it out for 4 nights. We left and headed to another resort. I’ve never wrote a review before regarding a stay. The quality of the bed warranted writing this review. If you want to sleep on vacation and have an enjoyable vacation, we would strongly suggest that you NOT book this home. Perhaps, a drop in bookings will force this owner to finally purchase a satisfactory bed for her guests. This was simply a horrible experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jewell S.

5 July 2023

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

Villa La Mer is Magical

Patti and Villa La Mer help make our trip amazing! Patti was amazingly accommodating in meeting us to check in, escorted us through a great walkthrough of the condo and pool, and provided an indepth guide for all amenities in St. John. The condo was clean with an amazing view. It is conveniently close to Cruz Bay restaurants, although it is at the top of a steep hill. There is parking in front of the location, complimentary toiletries, and an incredible balcony with an exceptional view. Thank you for helping make our trip for our sister's wedding magical.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

5 July 2023

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

La Mer Highlights

Here are some highlights from our stay that others might find helpful 1. Dedicated parking spot for our unit, good to know if you are renting a car. 2. Had various sizes of snorkel gear including fins 3. Nice location, ~10 walk to town to eat or shop without any really steep hills to climb 4. The property manager Patti was VERY helpful 5. Having AC in both the bedroom and front room was very nice. 6. Having a pool to swim in right there was very relaxing 7. Was quiet and had nice views of the bay. Room for improvement: Provide directions from the car ferry to the unit geared to someone (like us) who have never been to St John before. The directions we received assumed we had some knowledge of the area which we didn't. Patti was very helpful in exchanging texts with us when we were lost to help guide us there. Turns out most of the street sign names were lost during the last hurricane making navigation a little harder.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

vicki w.

10 April 2023

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

Wonderful Condo

The condo was great! It was very comfortable and clean with a great deck and view. It was such a treat to walk into town every evening! Patty was very responsive and made checking in very easy. We can't wait to return to this wonderful island!

Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

4 April 2023

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

Lovely La Mer

The La Mer condo is lovely—a perfect blend of bright open space and cozy comfort, and it's filled with beautiful seaside decor and art. The large veranda adds a very special bonus. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else on a return trip to St. John. La Mer is in a perfect spot for visiting this island. It’s a short walk to Cruz Bay for shops, restaurants, the ferry, and taxis that will go anywhere on St. John, including beaches. Also close by is the National Park Center and some of its walking trails. In addition, communication with Adele and Patti before and during the stay was welcoming and efficient.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

28 July 2022

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

Perfect, walkable spot

This property is a short walk to down town for dinner, which we did nightly. We spent our mornings on the porch eating breakfast, and evenings in the hammock with a cocktail. The bed is on the firmer side, but feel that’s personal preference (I would recommend a gel mattress cover or foam crate). Patti was super attentive and responsive to text. The home had beach chairs and a cooler which we used daily. Would definitely rent again and can’t wait to come back.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly R.

14 July 2022

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

Patty was great help. Loved the place

Perfect

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh R.

29 June 2022

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

A great stay at a fantastic price

My partner and I enjoyed our stay at this lovely Villa very much. The place is VERY spacious with visually-pleasing decor--and it is thoughtfully stocked with so many beach essentials--beach chairs, beach umbrella, a cooler, and even some snorkel gear. The deck out back is huge and a truly wonderful place to hang out and watch the sunset--plus the hammock is absolutely incredible. I spent many hours relaxing and reading while being gently swayed by the breeze. The location is perfect for walking downtown into the town of Cruz Bay, although as noted by other reviewers, just keep in mind (mostly for anyone with mobility issues) that the walk back UP can be a bit challenging on a cardiovascular level. Great exercise though, and the steepest part of the climb doesn't last long. It's a very well-lit and "open concept" space that lets you enjoy the stunning natural surroundings. The pool out back was fabulous, and you may very likely have it all to yourself (other than us, I only saw one other couple use it the whole time we were there). The host and property manager are friendly and very easy to deal with--both are very responsive to any questions you may have. If you rent a car, there is a place right out front to park! At this very reasonable price point, I'd recommend this lovely VRBO property to anyone looking to enjoy and explore gorgeous St. John!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary R.

29 June 2022

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

Perfect!

Close to town! Great views on patio. Cold AC. Everything was as described. Communication with the host was easy and responsive.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

20 June 2022

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

The property was very clean. It was close to resturants & shopping. The property manager was great

We had a great time. The pool was very nice. Loved the property.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Adele Brown Stotler

We are long time winter residents of St John, with Southern roots in the States

Why they chose this property

We loved St John and wanted to spend more time on the island!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

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