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Haiku - 3 bdrms - Pool - Spa - Private - Great family retreat on acre of land.
Haiku is easily accessible from Great Cruz Bay Road, very close to Cruz Bay.
Just minutes away from St. John's spectacular beaches.
Floor plan
To the south view Chocolate Hole and the Caribbean...

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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St John, USVI
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator

Weekly rates posted in the VRBO calculator are for 1-2 guests. WEEKLY RATES FOR 1 TO 6 GUESTS ARE LISTED HERE. If booking for 3-6 guests, please request us to adjust the VRBO payment calculator for correct payment total. You will be the only family using this private home.

Jan. 2 - April 16: 1-2pp $3325, 3-4pp $3675, 5-6pp $4025. April 17 - Dec. 17: 1-2pp $2625, 3-4pp $2975, 5-6pp $3325.

The following weekly holiday rates are the same for 1-6 guests: Christmas & New Year's Weeks: $6125. Thanksgiving Week: $4025.

Get close to St. John’s abundant natural beauty with this secluded and affordable island home. Just a few minutes’ drive from Cruz Bay, HAIKU is the first architect-designed, traditional Caribbean-style house built on the island. Designed in native West Indian style influenced by the Danish great-houses, Haiku is built on one floor at ground level; it is safe for children and is wheelchair accessible. Entry is through a garden gate beyond which is a covered, open-air living/dining room pavilion made from hand-laid stone. Island trade winds keep you cool while lounging in the living room, eating at the dining room table, or just enjoying the peace and quiet of the adjoining tiled patio. A garden of native flowers and trees provide shade and quiet not just for you, but for island birds and animals as well. While cooling off in the patio swimming pool (about 19' x 9' x max. 4.5' depth), you might spot one of the resident iguanas feeding on the garden flowers.

The air-conditioned Master bedroom has a bathroom shared with an adjacent air-conditioned bedroom that has twin beds that can be converted to a king bed and is suitable for children or another couple. On the other side of the house, separated by the living/dining room, is a third air-conditioned bedroom that also has twin beds that can be converted to a king bed and its own bathroom. Plus, there is a private outdoor shower off the Master bathroom, and a second outdoor shower by the pool where you can wash off all the sand you’ve accumulated from enjoying St. John’s phenomenal beaches.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a four-burner stove, oven, microwave, countertop toaster/oven, blender for cocktails, refrigerator, and plenty of cupboard and counter space. China, glasses, silverware, cooking vessels, and utensils are provided as well as place mats, dish towels, a gas barbecue grill, and other amenities to make cooking easy and fun. A washing machine, dryer, and clothesline are located behind the kitchen. Haiku also provides WiFi, a UV & Filter Water Treatment System, and a propane Backup Generator in case of island power outages. The driveway can easily accommodate three vehicles, so invite new friends over for drinks after dark while marveling at the luminous night sky.

Keywords: nature, garden, vistas, swimming pool, hot tub, full kitchen, air conditioning, automatic backup generator, HDTV, breeze, sunset.

Property manager

Charlotte Holstein

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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
Please turn off air conditioners when leaving the house.
Please conserve water; rainwater, the primary source, is stored in cisterns under the living room.

Important information

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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 first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is near the beach. 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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St John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chocolate Hole - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 6 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 18 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Haiku is 3-Bedroom Private Retreat on One Acre with Automatic Backup Generator located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Great Cruz Bay and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Rendezvous Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

Amenities Plus

A very comfortable home with all the amenities one would want. Wonderfully equipped kitchen with quality cookware - great for all of us who love to cook, and only 2min from the Dolphin Gourmet Market and it’s fine inventory.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kersten E.

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

This place spoiled us

My favorite VRBO ever. The outdoor living room, the pool and view, the separate bedrooms and bath were perfect for our family. The location was great - quiet and convenient. The landscaping was amazing. And the service from the property manager was excellent. A special shout out to the patient woman who helped us get settled in.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel R.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

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

Outdoor retreat

We enjoyed our stay very much. We were thankful for the greeter who met us in town and guided us to the house. One tip if you are ordering groceries to pick up, the Dolphin Market in Chocolate Hole is right on the way to the house. The house is an open pavilion for the living and dining areas and we mostly hung out on the porch swing. Bedrooms and kitchen are screened/enclosed. You are definitely a part of nature at this retreat. Lizards, birds, even a deer in our driveway one day. The birds sang/chirped us to sleep at night. The kitchen and bath fixtures are older but was clean. I greatly appreciated all the kitchen stuff - Ninja blender, pots and pans, cooking utensils, Tupperware, and pantry staples/spices/oil. There are coolers and beach chairs provided for the beaches. We enjoyed floating in the pool on the provided loungers. Did not try the hot tub. We would stay here again if we could convince our kids to come with us.Overall advice for St. John is the Crown Bay ferry, if the times work out it with your flight schedule it is much more pleasant than a taxi to Red Hook.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele A.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Open air Gem

Very relaxing area, and fairly easy to get to if you know the island. Close to the grocery stores. Had some challenges with meeting up with our greeters, but our flights were delayed. House is very open air, the details say bedrooms are air-conditioned, but there are no windows, just screens and a curtain in one room. But the in room air-conditioning did cool it down quickly at night. The others have wooden crank shutters. I would call it more like" Glamping". But we adapted and welcomed the lizards for morning coffee and accepted that you will be showering with the small friends and spiders. Some of the pool chairs are showing serious sun damage and we couldn't use them. There are other obvious signs of wear in several areas. I've stayed on the island the last 4 years at different places, and for the conditions it's priced a bit high, in my opinion. But you can't beat the privacy and having a pool to yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

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

Our stay at Haiku

Haiku’s property was private and comfortable. The common living area had an open island feel; complete with a pool, jacuzzi, and lush gardens throughout. I felt safe in the quiet neighborhood. We took after-dinner walks to watch the sunset. We met some of the friendly neighbors along the way. There is a locked entrance gate, as well as locked kitchen and air conditioned bedroom areas. Speaking of the kitchen, it was well equipped with everything you need for cooking and eating in. We utilized the grill as well. There were food markets nearby; not walking distance however. The washer and dryer were nice to have as well, although we didn’t need it. We overpacked. All we needed was a few bathing suits, a bathing suit cover, and a few shorts and t-shirts, if that. They also provided beach chairs, coolers, and beach towels for our beach outings. My husband and I, as well as his sister and her significant other had a wonderful time and are looking forward to booking another vacation at Haiku next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

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

Haiku is paradise

Haiku is the perfect place to spend a week in beautiful St. John. The view is amazing, the landscaping is wonderful. The house is very well stocked and with that gorgeous view of Chocolate Hole, we ended up eating dinner at Haiku 6 of the 7 nights we were there! The open air floor plan in the living/dining area and the multiple seating areas around the pool give you plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the break from winter at home. We enjoyed every minute at Haiku and hope to return there in the future
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

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

Wonderful place!

Great location. The property managers were so nice and kept in touch the whole time. I would def stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

My family, including 2 kids (7 & 9), just stayed for 5 nights as our fall break trip. The house was great for our stay. The open concept made relaxing at the house still feel like a relaxing island vacation. The pool is small, but served our needs well and was used every day. The location was nice - easy to find and not far from town and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

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

Just Heaven

This house is very well equipped. Beach towels,chairs,coolers all ready for the beach. AC in bedrooms was nice touch. The open air living space is amazing. Might need spray since all the rain they are having a field day. Thermo cell units would be a plus. Didn’t use the hot tub but pool every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane Y.

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

Amazing

Everything was perfect. Great communication with property mgr. The greeter met us at the ferry to drive us to the property. The house was great. Everything we needed. King bed was comfortable. Pool, jacuzzi was nice. Kitchen stocked. Beach towels, coolers, chairs. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vinson L.

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Haiku July 2023

Your home is wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa S.

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

Perfect Island Retreat

This is exactly the type of house I wanted while staying on an island. The open living is great to experience the outdoors while the AC and shutters in the rooms provided a nice respite when needed from the heat. The property is exactly as pictured, it's private, and there was lots of fun wildlife to observe. The pool was the perfect size and small things like nice bath and beach towels was much appreciated. Definitely recommend staying at Haiku!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg P.

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

Beautiful Location and View

Haiku is a lovely house, the grounds are beautiful and private. The natural setting with Birds and Lizards is delightful. The Amenities, TVs, games, Books, Cooking Equipment, Laundry facilities were all you need to make your stay easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Karen v.

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

Great home

We all enjoyed the outdoor living area and views! The beds were comfy and the kitchen was plenty stocked. The washer & dryer were handy too! The ocean breeze kept us cool with no bugs, and a/c in the bedrooms made for great sleeping. I did not like leaving the driveway, there are bushes that block the view of any cars on the road. The location to Cruz bay was very convenient, however heading the other direction (south something rd) was really treacherous to drive ( steep hills and hairpin turns) After the third day I realized driving into Cruz bay and taking centerline was way less scary. Overall a great stay and if we ever go back to STJ we’d book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

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

Paradise with a view

This was our first time on St. John. 5 adults stayed. We had plenty of room. The pool and hot tub were great additions though we didn’t spend much time in them. Sitting at the dining table provided a wonderful breeze. We saw lots of wildlife. There were cards and games, 3 coolers, about 10 beach chairs, extra toiletries, detergent, and other extras available for use. The room with the twin beds put together was not as comfortable as a bed. The windows don’t close to help keep room cooler with AC, but there is a ceiling fan and oscillating fan available in that room. We enjoyed our stay and would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin S.

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

Beautiful and Private

We had a wonderful trip and loved this house. The pictures don’t do it justice! Open air, surrounded by beauty, there’s so much to love about this place.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great for friends and family

House has a very open floor plan that lets you enjoy the outdoors all day long. Very natural setting. Beds were very comfortable, plenty of towels provided, kitchen has everything you need. Management very responsive...the washing machine was broken, they had repairmen there the next day, they could not fix it so they installed a brand new one the following day. We hated to leave...
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C., Stonington, CT

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

Like a previous reviewer stated, this place truly is a private oasis. First, we loved the open breezeway between the enclosed rooms. It was always very comfortable in the open living/dining area. It was neat to walk right into the pool off this area, and the view of Chocolate hole and the open water beyond was beautiful. Didn’t really need the AC in the bedrooms, but it was appreciated a couple of nights. The location is awesome; 2-3 minutes from the nearest market, and 5-6 minutes from ferry and town. 15-20 minutes to great beaches. Surrounding neighborhood was nice, and quiet. The Carefree Staff was amazing as well. They reached out to us as soon as we booked and provided great info and advice. They followed up several times before we arrived, and met us when we arrived on the island. I might add the kitchen is very well stocked. Also, we had several iguana friends that visited regularly, which was fun. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie k.

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

Outdoor Oasis

Our family of four loved this home and St. John. We rented a Jeep and enjoyed the beaches each day. The best part was coming home to the breeze on the patio and pool of this house. Agree with other reviews on towels, AC in bedrooms, beds, well stocked kitchen … overall well maintained. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

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

Looking forward to Haiku round 2

This property is spectacular with views over the sea from 2 sides. We enjoyed the proximity to Cruz Bay. The beds are comfy, and the water is hot. A hidden gem just down the street is The Landing. I hope to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

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

Wonderful

Haiku was just perfect for our family of 6! The beds were comfortable, the air worked great, the kitchen was fully stocked. Appreciated that the kitchen had spices, oils, and other items that made cooking easy and feel like home. Plenty of towels for using at the beach. The pool and hot tub were used each day. Loved sitting out and watching the iguanas, hummingbirds, and other wildlife. I’ve been to St. john several times, and this has been our most enjoyable stay. I would highly recommend and will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Great Place - Great Location

We loved our time at Haiku. We can't say enough good things. Check in and communication was great, had everything we needed. We will definitely be coming back to stay here. Thank you so much for an awesome week!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul E.

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

Great

Great location. Open air living worked well for us. Comfortable beds, AC worked well in bedrooms. Kitchen was well stocked with up to date appliances, etc. 4th time to St. John. Would definitely consider renting again. No complaints from anyone in our group of six.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Charlotte Holstein

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One owner is a retired manufacturer of decorative accessories for the home and the other is involved in a regional, not-for-profit program that works with government, businesses, and other non-profit organizations to build sustainable communities that improve the quality of life for all citizens.

Why they chose this property

We love the island of St. John for its natural beauty, slow pace, upbeat and friendly islanders, gorgeous beaches, colorful coral reefs, hiking trails, and Caribbean shopping.

What makes this property unique

Haiku has wonderful views. When one looks outward, everywhere you look is another beautiful vista both close by and in the distance, yet privacy is maintained. The unique architectural style of Haiku allows cooling trade winds to flow through the rooms. Many of the island animals take advantage of the garden’s native plantings. It is not unusual to see, iguanas, lizards, butterflies and birds of all kinds visiting Haiku while you’re there. Put some sugar out in the bird feeder to lure hummingbirds and bananaquits. Some of the best moments come just lounging in the swimming pool, looking at the sailboats in Chocolate Hole, having an evening cocktail while watching the sun set, or relaxing in the hot tub while seeing the Milky Way more clearly than you ever could in a city.

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