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Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!

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Beach
Dining
Terrace/patio
Living area
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, St. John
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!

Summary:
Just a short drive from Cruz Bay, Southern Star offers a tranquil retreat with spectacular views of Chocolate Hole Bay. This two-story townhouse provides a spacious escape for families or groups of friends that is just a few steps from the Chocolate Hole Bay Beach.

The Space:
Upon entering the villa, you'll find the main living areas on the ground floor. To the right down the entry hallway is a King bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The open floor plan features a well-appointed kitchen, a half bath, a dining area for 8, and a comfortable living room with an entertainment system. Ten-foot ceilings and large glass doors leading to the patio create an open, airy feel. Enjoy beach views and sounds from the back patio or dine while taking in the Caribbean scenery.

Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms. The first has two queen beds, an en-suite bathroom, and a balcony with seating. Further down the hall is the more private Deluxe King Suite, featuring a balcony with stunning ocean views. All bedrooms include smart TVs, ceiling fans, AC, and elegant en-suite bathrooms.

Guest Access:
Base Price & Additional Guests:
To make it more affordable for smaller parties, the base price accommodates up to four guests. For each additional guest, there is a fee of $50 per person, per night. Please inform us of any changes to your party size, as we need to update your reservation accordingly. If guests arrive with more people than stated in your reservation, we will charge for the additional guests before check-in.

Safety & House Rules:
For safety and to ensure house rules are being followed, there are Ring door cameras in place.

Check-In Process:
BOOKVI makes the Self Check In process very easy for its guests! We will be in contact with you throughout your travel day for any questions that may come up. A guided check in can be scheduled upon request.

The Neighborhood:
This location is a true gem, with beach access just steps from your back porch. Enjoy morning walks to collect shells, take an evening dip, or spend the afternoon paddle boarding, kayaking, and snorkeling!

Getting Around:
BOOKVI highly recommends renting a 4-wheel drive vehicle for navigating St. John's terrain. We can provide a list of trusted local rental companies and have a few villa vehicles available.

Other Things to Note:
You will receive a contract to finalize your booking. Once your flight is booked, please provide us with your flight information to help plan your arrival. We can assist with arranging private transportation from the airport to the villa, private water service, taxi service, boat charters, private chefs, and massages. Expect a few emails to help you plan your vacation. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John. Please let us know if you have any questions.

Interaction with Guests:
This villa is professionally managed by BOOKVI, a trusted island travel specialist. Additionally, a property management service is on-call for any maintenance needs during your stay.

Property manager

Brandon Gresham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing and mountain climbing.
Map
Cruz Bay, St. John

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Southern Star- Kayaks & SUPS, Steps to Beach, Ocean Views! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole and Rendezvous Bay are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashton J.

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

Great space!

We stayed for 4 nights-- 2 kids (14,12) and 4 adults (grandparents and parents). This was a beautiful and comfortable space. One great downstairs bedroom, two spacious upstairs bedrooms. We had 3 other family members visit during the evenings and there was space for all nine of us to hang out together. The communication with the property managers was fantastic.Location is about 7-8 minutes max from the Ferry Landing-- 15 minutes from the national park. Our only difficulty was finding the space initially. It is in a development off of Chocolate Hole Road, but Chocolate Hole Road has no road sign:) It is the 4th right past the Westin, so easy to find once you know what to look for.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajani M.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed my stay with the family at this villa. It was steps to the beach and the villa itself was quite nice and everything worked well during our stay. Very helpful customer service when needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Awesome property

We loved our stay at Southern Star. The Condo is immaculate and the bedroom suites are very spacious. On STJ we usually stay up in the hills but it was fun being water level. Enjoyed paddle boarding every morning. Also, the hosts, Book VI, were very nice and super responsive.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

pat r.

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

Southern star Villa, chocolate hole, St. John

We absolutely loved our stay at Southern star Villa located at Chocolate Hole in St. John. We were a group of five adults and there was plenty of room for everyone to comfortably stay. The unit was beautiful and very well stocked. The property manager was extremely responsive and very quickly answered all of our texts and questions and provided helpful information About the rolling blackouts that are happening right now in St. John. We can highly recommend a stay at Southern star!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Loni R.

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

Graduation celebration trip

We were a group of Mom’s and sons celebrating high school graduation. We were happy to have Southern Star as our home base the 5 days we spent on the island. The hosts were always available and helpful from booking to check out. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi E.

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

Don’t miss visiting St. John!

The villa was perfect for our party of six. Nice view, comfortable furnishings (including the beds) and enjoyed the local wildlife (deer, chickens, geckos and iguanas). The location does not accommodate walking to downtown Cruz Bay and with limited parking downtown, we used local taxis. The location of the villa is quiet and great for relaxing. Four in our party were over 70 but were able to navigate the stairs for the two upstairs bedrooms. The rental team was very responsive to our questions/requests.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

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

Great location, spacious villa!

Great villa for a family needing space. Very close to town and Brandon was immediate to respond to our questions and helped book dinner—we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Wonderful Oasis

Had a lovely time with friends in this beautiful property. Was an excellent place to escape the world and disconnect for a bit. Wonderful hosts who were available and communicated throughout our whole stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Cristina H.

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

nicely appointed inside - as long as you don't go out on the porch or for a walk around the property

No pool. There's a small beach, but it was usually crowded with small boats, THE SMELL! We were unable to have our morning coffee on the porch(es) because of the stink that smelled like a toilet had over flowed. Even when we went out for dinner, the stench would still be there when we got back. Owner was pleasant. Road needs paving. I'd not stay here again.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Gresham

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests