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Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John

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View of buildings D and E from Pretty Klip Point.
View from Pretty Klip Point looking back at Sapphire Beach.
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View of main Sapphire Beach area.  Image taken 2-28-2018 after Irma.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St. Thomas, VI
  • Sapphire Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lindquist Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Secret Harbour Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Futons

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Full first floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Full upper floor bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John

Our Villla is located at Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina, which is on the East end of St. Thomas, and the Resort has one of the best beaches on St. Thomas. Our Villa is an upgraded Villa, is on the top two floors, is two-stories, has two-lanai., has a million dollar view 30 feet from the water front looking at St. Johns, British Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, and Grass Cay. Your stay in our Caribbean Villa will truly capture the island spirit, trade winds, and the beauty of the Caribbean. Our Villa has been personally decorated in a casual Caribbean-décor, and a list of the many features of our Villa and its location are noted below.

-Upgrade Two-Story Top-Floor Villa with two lanai.
-One of the two premier beaches on St. Thomas.
-Premier building on Sapphire Beach.
-Premier view of St. Johns, British Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Grass Cay, sailboats, charter boats, ferries, jet skis, parasailing, cruise ships, and more. Literally, a $million dollar view.
-30 feet from the Caribbean water.
-Close to gorgeous private pool with unparalleled view of St. Johns and British Virgin Islands.
-Upgraded décor in Caribbean ambience including lithographs such as from renowned local artist, Jonna White.
-Cathedral wood ceiling on second floor.
Excellent privacy yet open air to bring in the Caribbean trade winds, which you will greatly appreciate (However, AC with separate controls on both levels.)
-In the month of January, we have slept 12 nights in a row with no AC on, doors open, no bugs, wonderful Caribbean trade winds, and the sound of the waves (of course, we cannot guarantee all of this, but we are optimistic that if you choose to have your doors open, you should be able to enjoy the trade winds, no bugs, and the sound of waves for many nights. .
-Close (less than 1 mile) to Red Hook for ferries,to St. John, numerous restaurants, shopping, chartering, and boating.
• A Million dollar view that even the Ritz Carlton cannot compete with and both from the main floor lanai and the second floor bedroom lanai.
• With the trade winds, typically one can sleep with the AC turned off, sliding glass doors open with fans on, windows in second floor bath open, no bugs and you hear the waves.
• Best privacy because beach-walkers and sight-see-ers cannot look into you Villa.
• Renovated Villa with multiple Caribbean decorations, pictures including art work from local well-known artist, Jonna White.
• All new sliding glass doors on both levels. (That is important, and be gentle).
• Caribbean décor
• Two stories
• Two lanais
• Two full baths
• Million dollar views from both lanais
• Cathedral ceiling on second floor with Caribbean Tiki-like beams. No cave-like experience.
• One of the most extensive bedding options of any Villa and for which suites cannot compete (see separate bedding section below.)
• Refrigerator
• Stove
• Microwave
• Stocked dishes, plates, utensils
• Small dinette table (but recommend eating on the lanais)
• Drink Mixer
• Hair dryer in both bathrooms
• TV with DVD downstairs
• Movie DVDs and music CDs
• Sony CD player
• Small TV upstairs
• Ceiling fan on first and second floors
• King bed upstairs
• Hillsdale daybed on the second floor with pull out lower separate trundle bed. Both beds are very comfortable. This is in addition to king size bed on the second floor noted above.
• Thin small mattress for child, which is located behind the Hillsdale daybed
• Electric blow up air mattress in foot locker at end of bed. However, all of these cannot be deplored at the same time.
Premier Bassett love seat with pull out twin sleeper sofa (both the couch and loveseat cannot be deployed at the same time).
• Premier Bassett couch with pulls out into double sleeper sofa. No sleeper sofa is that comfortable, but we also have an electric self inflating mattrees in the drawer under the TV cabinet that can go on the sofa mattress.
• Premier Bassett love steat whcih pull out into twin sbed. But again, no sleeper bed is that comfortable. Note, the couch sleep sofa, and the love seat twin bed cannot be deplored at the same time.
• Dresser on main level for those sleeping on main level
• Beach toys, but please note, although this is well stocked each year, this depends on the courtesy of our prior guests returning the beach toys.
• Lanai furniture--main level lanai
o Four chairs with dining table and 2 bar stool chairs. Chairs and table by Built-to-Last from North Carolina.
• Lanai furniture--second floor bedroom level lanai
o Two Turtle Watch Chairs by Built-to-Last from North Carolina, which are absolutely wonderful to maximize the expansive view of St. John's and British Tortola,
'Additional facilities available include restaurants, beach bar, coffee/breakfast shop, snorkeling gear, charter fishing boats, charter jet skis, charter dingies, charter sailing trips, parasailing. Check rates before booking.

Beach towels are complimentary on check in, and instructions for complimentary lounge chairs are to you on check-in.

Keywords:
St. Thomas
Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina
East End
Caribbean Villa

Property manager

Douglas Van Nostrand

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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, VI

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lindquist Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coki Point Beach - 10 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Coral World Ocean Park - 10 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Secret Harbour Beach - 11 min drive - 3.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapphire Beach Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille @ Secret Harbour Beach Resort - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon’s Table - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Sun & Sea Bar And Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sapphire Beach, Top-Floor, 2-Story, Beachfront. Million-dollar View of St John 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

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay; great view
Property was exactly as described. Good communication from host who provided an informative booklet which covered everything pertaining to the rental. Very safe resort with good restaurants, nice pool and an outstanding setting with a great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and Convenient
The view was amazing! The location was perfect and conveniently located to everything we needed during our stay. The ease of accessing the property, being steps away from the beach, ease of getting beach towels and chairs, and pool access made the trip very relaxing. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best!!
Host provided everything we needed to know. It was the best spot with the best beach and best views. My husband and I highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lela H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous experience
This was our first time to St. Thomas and we had the best time. The condo was lovely and the location wonderful. The view was spectacular. The owner was very helpful and had a ton of great recommendations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

amber M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view!
This was an amazing trip. The town house wash clean and had an unbelievable view. You
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
View was amazing! Decorated beautifully and well furnished kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location location location
Beautiful, ideal location, paradise, spacious, would return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous view
My family loved our stay here. The villa was clean, had everything we needed, perfect location and amazing views. Communication with the owner was great, he provided a wonderful travel packet that was so informational. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kalani J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed
Great communication with the owner. Condo was clean and had all amenities we needed for the week. I was able to cook meals with the well stocked kitchen. There are lot of choices for sleeping arrangements and everyone was comfortable. Views are amazing from top and bottom decks. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Domenica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed was there.
No issues, all went very well.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
Everything we hoped for with absolutely stunning views. Will definitely be back
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great! As advertised.
Nice property, as advertised. Good on site amenities and location on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie G., West Grove

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and amazing view!
We flew in for a wedding and had a great time! Beautiful views and walkable to the Beach Bar and Sudi’s restaurant. Check in and check out was so simple and we had great communication with the owner. Any questions we had he responded right away to make our stay even better.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for family of 5
Villa was great for our family of 5. Short walk to the beach. Right next to the marina for our boat excursion. Short distance to either restaurant and both were great. We had a great time and would certainly visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sapphire Beach Resort
This property was absolutely amazing. It was very clean, comfortable, had everything we needed, and had the most beautiful view. The host was easy to reach and provided very helpful information, which made traveling very smooth. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing View
Perfect location with a million dollar view. Condo was very well maintained and great communication from owner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay clean safe no problems
This was a great place to stay. Felt safe with security on site. Has a bar right on the beach, nice pool on the property as well. Marina next door was nice to walk through and look at the boats. Condo was clean amazing view within 5 minutes of the ferry groceries and restaurants. Condo is right by the marina that has a place to wash clothes/ buy ice if needed. Condo had a real nice large cooler nice to take to beach. I can’t think of a. Single negative thing to say deff would stay again if we come back.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adriana D., Woburn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo with The View
Excellent stay in a tropical paradise in a comfortable well-equipped 2 story condo
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
E303 Spring Break
We enjoyed our stay in E303 very much. Great location with super views right on the water. Especially enjoyed sitting in the high patio chairs located off the master suite, puts you up looking over the rail. Great late evening activity. Sapphire Beach is up and running with great food and drinks. The owner was very good to work with so overall, a great vacation spot. Will be going back soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dennis L., Saint Charles, Illinois

Excellent View
My wife and I greatly appreciated our 3 day stay at Van's beachfront villa on Sapphire Beach. It was very clean and well supplied. Van is an excellent communicator providing us with much info regarding activities and restaurants. We enjoyed sitting on the elevated chairs on the upper floor, enjoying the view and sounds. Snorkeling at Coki Beach was fun and touring historic Hassel Island was educational. I would definitely recommend this villa for anyone staying on St. Thomas.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Great condo!
My family of 4 stayed at Doug’s lovely condo for a week in August. Beach and restaurants and pool all close by! About a mile from Red Hook with ferry to St John’s, grocery, and even more restaurant options. We spent 2 days relaxing at Sapphire Beach, one out at Magen’s Bay, a Lime Out snorkel and taco excursion on the Lady Lindsay, a sunset cruise with Virgin Island Day Sailing, and took Ferry over to St John’s twice to hike to Honeymoon Beach. Condo was excellent and our owner, Doug, was awesome! He replied to all emails quickly and provided a detailed and helpful document to help answer common questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Unit for Family
We rented 3 units at Sapphire Beach. This one was the best for space, views, and being user-friendly. The host has abundant labels and instructions, which can be helpful. The unit was very well maintained, and the decor was eccentric, but clean and in good shape. The snorkeling was great at Sapphire, the pool was relaxing, and there were plenty of adventure charters right outside at Sapphire Marina. We are on the plane home and already planning our next trip. We would certainly stay here again if at beautiful Sapphire Beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved it!
My family really loved our vacation here. I liked that the owners give a detailed, thorough and accurate description of the condo. This is their home away from home, and it shows. Doug, the owner, give you tons of useful information on traveling to USVI, St Thomas itself, the resort and nearby beaches:30+ pages! We slept most nights with the doors wide open and the AC off. The breeze is amazing. We had coffee every morning on the very private lanai enjoying the (not overstated) million dollar views. We visited many of the beaches on the island, but would always end our day on beautiful Sapphire beach. (Try Paradise Pie, they have great pizza and wings) We had a minor hiccup with the electronic lock. I only mention it because of the fantastic response from the resort and owner. We notified management office of the problem and within ten minutes Housekeeping was there to let us in and Vince from maintenance was there to fix the problem. (Vince put in fresh batteries and we never had another issue.) Before Vice had even finished we got a call from Doug the owner checking everything was OK and did we need anything from him. The condo is 5 minutes away from Red Hook and tons of restaurants. We definitely recommend staying here. We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K., Seabrook, NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sapphire Beach
Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina is a fantastic location to stay on your vacation. The property boasts a beautiful beach, free beach chairs, a pool, beach bar/snacks, gift shop, and a nice restaurant (we didn't make it to that). E303/403 was well stocked, the view is spectacular, the bed was comfortable, and two bathrooms made the trip a pleasure. The two floors make it very spacious. Nice kitchen w all the good stuff including a blender, ice cube trays, microwave, stove, etc. Check in was easy, parking was always available, and the unit was clean and inviting. The owner was very good with communicating before and during our stay to make sure things were great. He provided a lot of info before check in which was very helpful. We truly enjoyed our stay. There were noodles, scuba gear, and coolers (a small for quick lunches/snacks and a large rolling cooler perfect for a day on St John) available for use. We definately utilized those! The only thing I would recommend would be to have folding beach chairs for exploring other beaches. We had a few power issues upon arrival with storms, but they were resolved. We would return and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vera S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, highly recommend
We recently had the pleasure of staying at this stunning property in St. Thomas and it was an absolutely amazing experience. The view from the balcony and lanai was breathtaking, and the gentle ocean breeze was simply invigorating. The peaceful serenity of the surroundings made this the perfect place to unwind and relax, and I found myself feeling completely at ease throughout my stay. Although we had an issue with a noisy, drunk and disruptive neighbor at night, the property's security team and the police were quick to address the situation, and we were able to enjoy the rest of our stay without any further disturbances. It was truly impressive to see how the property management team took the safety and security of their guests so seriously, and it made us feel even more comfortable and secure during our stay. While the rooms and rugs could benefit from a little renovation, this in no way detracted from the overall experience. The beautiful beach, stunning views, and exceptional service provided by the staff made up for any minor flaws, and I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a memorable and unforgettable vacation. Overall, I can say without hesitation that this was an incredible experience, and I am already looking forward to my next visit!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Douglas Van Nostrand

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I am Douglas Van Nostrand, the owner of Villa E303, and I purchased my Villa in 2005. See below for more details on why we purchased here.

I have been a physician for 47 years, and I am presently the Director, Nuclear Medicine Research at the MedStar Research Institute and MedStar Washington Hospital Center, and Professor of Medicine at Georgetown University Hospital Center. I have been active in patient care, education, and research of thyroid cancer publishing over several hundred abstracts, articles, and chapters and have authored, edited, and published 10 books. I presently live on the Magothy River of the Chesapeake Bay in Pasadena, Maryland and vacation in Sapphire Beach, St. Thomas.

Why they chose this property

How did we chose our vacation Villa in this location? My wife and I have traveled throughout the Caribbean to many of the islands for 30+ yrs, and while traveling, we have been looking for the perfect location for our vacation villa. This was the island. This was the resort. This was the beach,. This was the Villa, and this was the view. St Thomas is one of the easiest islands to travel to, is a United States territory with US laws, justice, and currency.. It is indeed one of the most beautiful islands with all the beauty of the Caribbean while also having one of the best duty free shopping as well as all the benefits and amenities of home such as K-Mart and Home Depot. It also has medical care in Red Hook and the Roy Schneider Hospital in Charlotte Amalie. It is also one of the friendliest islands, and absolutely the best 'stepping-off' point for visiting many other islands including St. Johns, St. Croix, Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, and many more.. Finally, St. Thomas has wonderful weather and warm water throughout the year, which is far superior to Florida, the latter frequently having colder days in winter and very sultry hot days in summer. I know; I was raised in Florida. Sapphire Beach is indeed THE best beach on the island where you can lodge and be only 20 feet away from the Caribbean Sea with great swimming, snorkeling, and views of St. Johns, Tortola, and Jost Van Dyke. In regard to our Villa, we selected E Building because of the most magnificent views, the wonderful trade winds, and the privacy. It cannot be beaten any where--including the Ritz. And if you compare rates thaey are not just a little lower than the Ritz, Marriott, & others, it is typically a lot lower. Finally, Sapphire is also a very friendly resort. We now have many friends here, and there are not just owners but also guests who come back year after year at the same time. It is wonderful. This has truly been an unexpected benefit.

What makes this property unique

Some of the unique benefits we enjoy at Sapphire Beach include:
- Being just 30ft from the water. We don't have to walk far to the sandy beach and water
- We have some of the best snorkeling in St. Thomas and St. Johns right at Sapphire (with the best snorkeling in front of our building.)
- The Marina is just a few steps away from our villa if we want to go on snorkeling/diving excursions to the BVI's or St Johns
- The waterfront pool is just steps away where we can swim and relax on the deck sunning and enjoying the tropical breezes. It has been the cover on many magazines.
- The Condominium Associates supplies complimentary lounge chairs to our guests without charge. One of our staff will put out and take in each day for you.
-Parking is complimentary
-WIFI is complimentary
-Dive shop on property at Beach Bar (but this can change from year to year)
- The property is secured by our contracted condominium Security Staff members 24-7.

Languages:

English