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Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life

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What a way to end the day! - Sunset from Villa Bonne Vie balcony
Lunch on our condo main balcony (and you can see your beach chair from here;)
All we can say...Spectacular!! A view from our main balcony at Villa Bonne Vie!
The view from our living room
Guest's photo after a tropical sprinkle

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St Thomas, USVI
  • Sapphire Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lindquist Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Coki Point Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Living Room - Queen Sleeper Sofa

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Suite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life

A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF COMFORT, TRANQUILITY AND ACTIVITIES!

When you dream of a tropical paradise, do you dream of a place where a white sand beach stretches out in front of you? Or of a world where the water is a kaleidoscope of turquoise and aquamarine hues?

If that’s your ideal vacation, then come enjoy our home while vacationing in Paradise! This spectacular 3rd and 4th floor condominium is located in the B-building directly on Sapphire beach, with breathtaking 180° views from each floor of the ocean and the neighboring islands (St John and British Virgin Islands). To us, this is the “Good Life” or “Bonne Vie”!

Just imagine...sitting back on one of the two private balconies enjoying your morning coffee (or afternoon cocktails) in a lush tropical setting listening to the calming sounds of the ocean lapping at the sand! As you sit looking out, you contemplate a dip in the water or a leisurely stroll down to the pristine beach, feeling the sugary white sand between your toes and admiring the incredible blue Caribbean water. All of this is located right in front of our home…we must warn you, you’ll have to pinch yourself or you'll think you've gone to heaven!

Our Condo…
We are proud to share our private paradise – Villa Bonne Vie - with you! Capture the splendor of the ocean within arms reach, as your worries and cares fade away. Our newly remodeled condo is tastefully set up as our home-away-from-home and comes complete for anyone to walk in and be more than comfortable.

The condo boasts floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that open onto two private balconies with awesome views of Sapphire Beach and the Caribbean. The condo is fully air-conditioned (separate controls on each floor) and completely furnished with cookware, luxury bed and bath linens, beach towels, some snorkeling equipment, and a cooler for your trips to other beaches.

On the main floor there is a living room with a Queen sleeper-sofa, dining area, large flat screen TV, cable, stereo w/iPod dock, renovated full bathroom, and a beautiful kitchen that has everything to make life easy – solid granite counter with breakfast bar, new wood cabinets with plenty of storage, microwave, smooth cook-top, refrigerator with ice-maker, toaster oven, blender, coffee-maker, espresso/cappuccino machine, and Belgian waffle-maker.

The top floor is the master bedroom suite with a second renovated full bathroom and a gorgeous ocean view to enjoy right from our comfortable King-size bed! If more sleeping space is needed, there is a Queen sleeper-sofa in the master suite sitting area. There is another flat screen TV and cable upstairs.

To make sure you’re connected to the outside world (if you want;), we offer Broadband Wi-Fi throughout the condo (that can accommodate multiple devices at one time), a large flat screen TV with cable on each floor.

We can arrange for pre-ordered grocery delivery – just let us know what you need.

Amenities at Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina…
You'll have no shortage of options as you plan your day. Go for a swim, nap on the sand, snorkel right off the beach, volleyball, parasailing, rent a Wave Runner, book a snorkeling tour or a deep sea fishing charter from the Sapphire Marina just steps away...the day is yours to relax and enjoy as you wish in the warm Caribbean sun...and that’s just at Sapphire Beach!!!

As part of your package, you'll have full use of the owner's chaise lounges on the beach and we provide some outside games, floats and noodles, and snorkeling equipment.

If you feel like something other than the beach, Sapphire also offers a multi-level cascading freshwater pool on the edge of the Caribbean Sea.

Saint Thomas…
We are blessed with one of the most pleasant climates in the world, which is kept comfortable year round by gentle trade winds – the average daytime summer temperatures are around 85° and 80° during winter months. The great thing is that Americans don’t need a passport – all of this beauty is part of the United States.

There are numerous options of things to see and do on St. Thomas and the surrounding islands, including the many beaches (the real gems of the Caribbean), shopping in Charlotte Amalie (each visitor can take up to $1,600 worth of duty-free imports), the restaurants, and excursions out of Sapphire Marina and Red Hook. Once you book your stay, we will send you our “Villa Bonne Vie Guest Guidebook” that provides information on our condo and suggestions on the island.

Whether you want to sample all of the Islands or just relax with family and friends, our condo offers it all. Relax and enjoy the comfort and ambiance of Villa Bonne Vie that is guaranteed to provide a good life and make you wish you never had to leave!

Property manager

Christina
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Washer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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 allowed: in designated areas

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Red Hook

Located in St. Thomas, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sapphire Beach and Secret Harbour Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St Thomas, USVI

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lindquist Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Coki Point Beach - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Secret Harbour Beach - 9 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Coral World Ocean Park - 10 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapphire Beach Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille @ Secret Harbour Beach Resort - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon’s Table - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sun & Sea Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Bonne Vie - Enjoy the Good Life located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Thomas condo building is just steps away from Cabes Point and Sapphire Beach. Turquoise Beach and Lindquist Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 144 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barb J.

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

WONDERFUL VACATION!!!

We couldn't have had a better experience with our stay here. The owner provided great details about the condo, and it even went well above our expectations. We really hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ani B.

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

Beautiful Location

Breathtaking views!! It was an amazing stay and we can’t wait to go back. The host was phenomenal and communication was great. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

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

Wonderful

Unit is as described and stay was wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

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

Wonderful!

Highly recommend Villa Bonne Vie for your stay on Sapphire Beach. This was our 4th visit to Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina. We've stayed in a different unit each visit. We were impressed with how nice this unit was & how easy it was to communicate with owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Paradise

Perfect property overlooking the water. Two balconies and tons or space to spread out and settle in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Condo is in a great location and super well-kept. Beach is right there, and the unit is also very close to a nice restaurant and coffee shop. Sapphire beach is also a gem - can’t beat waking up every morning to an amazing view. Christina (the owner) is also amazing! I had a health issue while in town and she was so kind and helpful - her responsiveness was remarkable. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

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

Great family vacation!

Your condo was the perfect place for our family to spend much needed time together. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa D.

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

Honeymoon paradise

Everything at Sapphire Beach Resort was perfect even though a couple of our days there, the power was out. We drank rum cocktails and had fun snorkeling and hanging out on our deck and the beach. We will definitely be back and want to book with Christina again!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas J.

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

Amazing Anniversary Trip

My wife and I stayed here for our fifth wedding anniversary and had an amazing time. Views off of both balconies are great and short walk out to the beach where you can lay out, swim, and snorkel the reef. Onsite beach bar and restaurant are a plus as well. Short drive into red hook for dinner and night activities and for the ferry into Saint John (highly recommended). We will definitely be back for future trips!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Relaxing paradise

Wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Vanessa S.

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

Great girls trip!

My friends and i stayed at Villa Bonne Vie in early June. The location was perfect, and the views were beautiful! Property manager/owner was quick to respond to the issues we did have (overloaded ac) was quick to be fixed.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

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

Perfect Vacation

This condo is lovely - beautifully decorated and updated. The views from the balconies are wonderful! We ate most of our meals there. Easy access to the beach with swimming and snorkeling. We didn't rent a car. There is a taxi stand on the property where someone was always available to take us wherever we wanted to go. I would definitely return to this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C., Old Hickory, TN

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

A beautiful location

We had a wonderful family vacation at Sapphire Beach! The unit has a beautiful view and had everything we needed. We bought groceries and ate most meals on the deck. The electric grill was great!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Lauren K.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Sapphire Beach

We rented a unit in building B. It was very clean. The bathrooms, kitchen, living area were very nice. The owner was a pleasure to work with and provided a great deal of information about the property and the area. The reason for the less than good review, was the overall condition of the Sapphire Beach property. There is a very limited beach area, about a 10' strip between the trees and water. The pool was small but nice. The pool bar area looked like it had not been open in years and had fallen into disrepair. Possibly damaged in a hurricane and never repaired?? The beach bar area was open but dirty. The tile floor was covered in wet sand. The bar & sitting area were sticky from tropical drinks. The 2nd floor open air restaurant looked nice, but nothing jumped off the menu. We were going to sit down but had just showered and didn't feel like lathering up in bug spray. The maître d was providing it to the dinner guests. The biggest turn off was that the property allowed in cruise ship guests which overran the place. Long lines at the bar and you couldn't fit another chair on the very limited beach. Don't understand why the property owners would allow it. I paid to stay there, they didn't. Never again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

St Thomas

Great view and access to the water, easy access to quick food, taxis. Sheets on pull out beds were a little dingy but I travel with my own pocket sheets. The people who work on property were nice and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Excellent

The condo was exactly what was listed . Very nice and clean condo. So glad it was a 2 story condo. Christine was wonderful to work. She gave a complete detailed welcome packet to make our visit perfect from suggestions on places to visit, boats tours, ferry, beaches, restaurants, grocery stores etc. Definitely helped since it was our first time to St Thomas. We had such a nice relaxing week. We cannot wait to come back and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Slice of Heaven

We were looking for a place where we could stay for longer periods and thought we'd try a 3rd floor unit. Christina's place hit all the marks and it was more than we had hoped! The place was very clean, the kitchen had everything we needed, it had a desk where I could check into the office, and the views were fantastic! We LOVED sitting out on the balcony either in the bedroom or the living room every night we were there. The bed was soooo comfortable, even my husband was amazed and slept like a rock. All the comforts of home. We will definitely be back. I may have found my month stay-cation!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

MEL, NYC

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
the property was ok. Didn't like walking up all the steps. the room had a bad smell to it when we went into room. In kitchen where coffee pot was were many bugs!! Had to leave the place and go some place cleaner!! Pictures of place do not do justice.Water pressure in bathroom was very slow and very little HOT water. there was open food in the refrigator. defiantly not worth the money asking per night!! Would NOT reccomend anyone staying here.!!

6/10 Okay

Mike and Brandi D.

Liked: Check-in, location

Not what we hoped for

Great location, beautiful view. HOWEVER- bed and both pullouts were terribly uncomfortable. Whole place smelled smoky and musty. We sprayed air freshener and used the many candles that were there, to no avail. Only 1 bath towel per person for a week long stay. Towels were very old and thin. We went out and bought our own. Walls were very thin and we could hear activities and conversations of people next to us. Repairs on building while we were there. Starting at 8am every day except Sat and Sun, there were workers banging on roof and people on/above our balcony. Opened bedroom curtains twice and found someone standing on our balcony. Went out a couple of times and someone was above the balcony looking down at us. Could not enjoy using balconies or leaving curtains open because of that. Not the relaxing vacation we had hoped for. We travel a lot and this is the first time we have EVER looked forward to leaving from our vacation. Would not choose to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Laura M.

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

Nice getaway

My husband and I stayed here for 8 nights. We didn't realize it was on the third floor, so we certainly got our steps in! Although the property is a bit older, it was comfortable. Contrary to some prior reviews, we didn't notice any smoky smell in the unit. During our stay, repairs were being done, and we also had a worker on the balcony, but I don't hold this against Christina. It was just unfortunate that repairs were being made on the building. The bed was somewhat firm and dated as was the comforter. In addition, I would recommend replacing the bath mat in the upstairs bathroom, as it was very small and worn out. On the positive side, the kitchen was well-equipped although there is no oven in the unit, just a stovetop and microwave. (But, who really wants to cook while on vacation?) I appreciate nice amenities in the places that we rent, and this unit could use some upgrades to justify the price. Christina was very responsive when we needed a new remote control for the TV. She had her housecleaner bring a new one to us the next day. Access to taxis is within walking distance. Pangea was our favorite quaint little covered outdoor restaurant that was close by and had great vibes and awesome food! The beef fajitas were amazing! The unit is very close to the ferry boat to take you to St. John. I would recommend this unit for a nice getaway!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Felicia B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Smokey smells but great views

The views you can’t beat, or location. However, although the manager said it was the previous tenants to blame for the cigarette smell it was clear it’s bedded in the up and downstairs walls. There’s scented candles everywhere, plug ins & jelly like scented items to try to mask it. We also chose this property to utilize the “amenities” offered ie snorkel gear, to avoid renting. All the equipment was damaged and when we notified them we were told wasn’t their responsibility instead of replacing for our stay saying they can’t promise the condition they are in. When we asked for toilet paper because the longer stay, there was pushback “you said you still had some” instead of sure no problem. The bed was very firm & older. Sheets & comforter very old but seemed clean. On that note though, the kitchen was well equipped. Showers provided soap & shampoo/conditioner. Although the value seems very off, the view & location are worth it if the price was lowered or some of these items adjusted. We did love the beach & bar downstairs. I hope this property makes the appropriate adjustments because it’s a great property.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angela C., Lafayette, LA

Wonderful Stay at Villa Bon Vie

My husband and I recently attended a wedding on St. Thomas. We researched many listings prior to booking our stay at Villa Bon Vie and chose this condo based on prior reviews. Now I know why Christina had such great reviews! Christina was very prompt in replaying to emails and so easy to work with in making our reservations. Once we got to the condo we were more than pleased with the accomodations. Christina has thought of everything someone might need while staying on the island. The guest guidebook was very helpful and the directions were perfect! The condo itself has been recently renovated and you can tell the owners take a lot of pride in making sure the tenants are comfortable. We did not visit other beaches on St. Thomas because all of our friends that stayed elsewhere kept coming to "our" beach because they said it was the best one they had seen. The snorkeling was great! Just watch out for those iguanas on the beach! We ordered food several times from the waiters on the beach and received excellent service and food. The swimming pool is very beautiful although with such a beautiful beach no one was ever in the pool. The condo is very close to Red Hook and also the ferry to St. John. We did go to Trunk Bay on St. John one day and it was beautiful but I would have been just as happy staying at Sapphire Beach. If we are able to plan another trip to St. Thomas, we would definitely book the Villa Bon Vie again! We did read some negative reviews about the resort itself, but do not be scared off by those comments. We thought everything was wonderful.

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

10/10 Excellent

debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Christina

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Why they chose this property

After traveling to numerous Caribbean islands, my husband and I found our jewel! Even in the best hotels, we could never get as close to the ocean as we have at our Sapphire condo. We invite you to enjoy the splendor of Sapphire Beach from Villa Bonne Vie - if it's beauty you want...you won't be disappointed.

What makes this property unique

Please note - the REAL attraction at Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina is the ocean right out front! This is a condominium complex, as such Sapphire is more low-key than a resort and each unit is individually owned and maintained. If you want bars and parties, this IS NOT the place for you. If you want Paradise, Villa Bonne Vie IS the place for you!!!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests