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Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach

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Fish Tales!
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Fish Tales deck and views beyond

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St John, USVI
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪173 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach

Fish Tales is a cute and comfortable 2 bedroom, fully air-conditioned , 2 1/2 bath Caribbean Cottage with nice views of Fish Bay and the surrounding area out to Ditleff Point and beyond. This spacious home away from home is easily accessed via a large flat driveway. Two small steps up from the driveway and you enter the home from a covered deck. The door leads you into the Great Room with comfortable seating, TV, DVD player, and Stereo. Cable TV and wireless internet are provided. The kitchen and dining area, as well as a 1/2 bath with full size laundry all flow easily off the great room. There is a sliding door that opens up to the large covered and uncovered pool deck. At the far end of the great room is the entrance to the primary bedroom as well as the internal stairway to the lower bedroom. The large primary bedroom has great views and a king size bed with a very comfortable memory foam mattress. A sliding door takes you out to the covered deck. There is a full, private, en suite bath in the master bedroom. The lower bedroom has a queen sized bed and a twin sized day bed with trundle that can expand the day bed into two twin beds or one king sized bed. All mattresses are very comfortable memory foam. There is a sliding door to a private deck with nice views of Fish Bay. There is also a private full en suite bath, closet, and small beverage refrigerator. This lower bedroom can also be accessed from its own entrance from an exterior stairway and deck.
Outside on the main level is a large covered and uncovered pool deck. The dipping pool is 8 x 13 x 3, and it is surrounded by 4 chaise lounge chairs. The outside dining table with seating for six and a Weber grill provides an easy, comfortable outdoor living space.

Solar array and Tesla power wall provides backup electricity if needed.

A short walk from the home brings you to the National Park and Reef Bay. Walk down a short trail and you are on the beach, where, in calm weather, the snorkeling is great. On windier days you can watch the surfers, or hike along the beach, over the low rocks, along a second beach, over a trail to a third beach where the Reef Bay Sugar Mill ruins are located. You can then go up the famed Reef Bay trail to the petroglyphs. For the more adventurous, Reef Bay Trail also connects with other trails that take you to both Europa and Lamshur Bay.
Fish Tales is quiet, comfortable, and only 15 minutes from downtown Cruz Bay. Enjoy!



Property manager

Tammy Donnelly

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
This property uses solar energy
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

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

St. John is home to this holiday home. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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St John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 12 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 16 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 25 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Trunk Bay - 27 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fish Tales a Caribbean Cottage style home with a Pool, walk to Reef Bay Beach located?

Situated in St. John, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument, Klein Bay and Rendezvous Bay. Hart Bay and Chocolate Hole Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandi R.

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

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our stay at Fish Tales and could tell it was well cared for. Very comfortable home for a family of five (beds, AC, etc). Loved the view from the deck and gazing at the stars after a long day at the beach. Enjoyed the short walk to Reef Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

charlie b.

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Fishtales amazing!

This place was excellent! Clean and exactly what we wanted . The pool was great to dip in and cool off while hanging out on the sunny balcony and Tammy was so helpful with anything we needed! Great location
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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Family fun!

Wonderful stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

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Comfy Cozy

Fish Tails was an amazing place to stay! We had a 7 month old and a 2 year old with us as well and it worked out great for them. Everything was very clean and well organized. The views were amazing and the pool was perfect for the kiddos. The walk to the beach was very simple. For our two year old, the bed downstairs with the trundle pull out worked perfectly. Plus, she felt like a big girl! Tammy was always available to talk to and so very helpful. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve A.

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

Beautiful view, great little pool, quiet neighborhood

Wonderful place to stay with our family. Very comfortable, plenty of space, equipped with everything we needed. Beautiful view and a perfect little pool for our little kids. Host was extremely responsive and made the experience super easy for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget G.

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Gorgeous St John Sunsets

Fish Tales was exactly as described! It’s a cozy beach cottage that you can walk into and feel right at home. It’s not fancy but it’s so very charming! The back deck is cut into the rock and the plantings attract hummingbirds that you can watch while hanging out! Fish Tales is about 15 minutes away from Cruz Bay so if you’re looking for privacy and quietness this is the place for you! The roads between Cruz Bay and Fish Tales are not for the faint of heart but boy do they offer up some stunning views of the island! If you think you might want to get a taxi from Cruz Bay back to Fish Tales, make sure you have the gps coordinates or be able to give exact directions! The downstairs bedroom is an ample size and easily accommodated our two kids (11 yo boy and 13 yo girl). They had enough space and privacy and the room temperature stays much cooler than the upstairs. The sunset views from the deck are magical - be prepared for that setting sun to warm up the upstairs of the house! It can be quite warm in the evening in the upstairs bedroom and living area but once the sun is down and it’s time for bed the temperature cools down and it’s ok for sleeping. The pool is tiny but it was just the right size for cooling off. It fit the four of us just fine - the besta time for pool time is in the mid-afternoon. Any other time and it might be chilly due to the shade. The kitchen had everything that we needed and the grill worked well. We loved our time here!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas C.

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Nice stay

Had a great family stay. Quiet neighborhood and beautiful sunsets!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eva R.

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Perfect Getaway

This is a well equipped and very comfortable cottage with a small swimming pool, beautiful view and a great location for exploring St John. I stayed here with my college son and middle school daughter and my husband. There was plenty of room and we were able to grill and cook our own meals. It was a welcome retreat each day after hiking and snorkeling on the island. If I could give it more stars I would.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Susie C.

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Fish Tales

We enjoyed Fish Tales. The home, views, breeze and amenities were consistent with our expectations and hopes as traveling family. It reminds me of key west, home very well taken care of by ownership.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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Great vacation at Fish Tales

We had a wonderful stay at Fish Tales! It was everything we needed and hoped for. The little pool was perfect for our children ages 4-10. Tammy was very attentive when we needed her (for minor questions). Overall, a great vacation and we'll be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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Great times at Fish Tales

We enjoyed our stay here with our kiddos. We enjoyed looking at the stars on the deck. We also enjoyed the pool. The view is great and we will be back! Dyana and Tammy were helpful and great. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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Fun house near Reef Bay

The house has a nice view over fish Bay and out to little St James to the west. It is easy to get to, would recommend 4 wheel drive for St. John. The breeze through the house is wonderful and there are fans in each room. AC in both bedrooms works fine. It is a short hike from the house down to Reef Bay and then if you are adventurous over to the reef bay trail. We went from there all the way over it little lameshur and snorkeled and came back within a day. The views are amazing! The neighborhood is clean and safe and there are areas to walk. The property manager and the person who meets you at the ferry and drives with you to the property are very knowledgeable and nice and will take care of any issues. Thanks to the property manager for taking care of us when we were delayed a day because we missed our flight! We had a blast hiking and going to beaches all over the island and looking at the stars at night out on the deck. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

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Great stay at Fish Bay

Everyone had a great time staying at Fish Bay. The location was nice and quiet with a nice view of the bay and almost-daily rainbows. There is a pond down below with various ducks and wading birds ( and lucky for us a Scarlet Ibis)!!! The cottage had a nice homey and relaxing feel. We had everything we needed to cook or grill with. Coolers to pack lunch for the day and beach towels. Also had a spotting scope, which came in handy for watching the Scarlet Ibis. The pool was nice to come back to after a day of hiking. Everyone at Fish Bay was very prompt in answering any questions we had. A special shout out to Dayna for trying to keep up with our incoming flight being delayed several times,( just catching the last ferry to St.John), and helping us out on our hike!! We traveled all over the Island and were always glad to come back to Fish Bay. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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Fantastic property that was just as advertised

We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay here again. Awesome sunset views, lots of extras (beach chairs, coolers, etc etc). We highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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Perfect spot to relax on the island!

Our stay at Fish Tails was absolutely wonderful!! The home was clean, comfortable, and we had everything needed to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving meal for the holiday. Communication with Tammy was spot on, and we would definitely recommend this stay to anyone coming to St. John.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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Paradise

This property was the perfect rental for our family of 4 to use as our home while we explored this beautiful island. The rental team was very supportive during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

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Fun Place to Stay

Our Family loved the house. We will come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy H., Curtice

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Enjoyed our St John Fish Tales cottage retreat

Without having any history about the island of St. John, I booked this cottage for our family of 5 (3 teens). Perhaps I might choose a location closer to Cruz Bay next time, but we thoroughly enjoyed our time at Fish Tales in Fish Bay. We are an adventuresome clan, so this was a bit away from town activities, but if you want quiet and private, this is for you. We never did find the walking pathway to Reef Bay, but honestly, we didn't look very hard. I am sure it's there somewhere. The cottage had everything we needed. Well stocked for anything that you may want to cook. The small sitting pool was certainly helpful to cool us down while spending time on the deck Each sleeping area has A/C, but not throughout the whole cottage. That wasn't a big deal, as we spend many days at the public beaches. Kids figured out how to blue tooth their music playlists with the speaker system in the house and outside deck. We loved that! The place was clean and well cared for. Upon arrival, the welcome lady explained about keeping all food put away, and daily trash removal. Honestly, we didn't really have any issues with any critters looking for food. Our stay at Fish Bay was pleasant and accommodating. Very comfortable!
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

jackie c., Usa

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Loved it!!!!!

We loved our stay here and the views are even better than expected! I was worried about the fact that there is no ac unit in the main living area ( both bed rooms have ac) but the breeze with the windows open keep the room very comfortable. With that being said we spent all of our time outside on the decks anyway. The pool is more like an over sized swim spa but we loved it so much we are now looking into purchasing one for our owe home. We also loved the surround sound system (indoor/outdoor). We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim T., Houston

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10 Days in St. John

My wife and I along with our 23 and 15 year old sons thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fish Tales Cottage. The size was perfect for the 4 of us and had plenty of room on the deck to hang out in the evenings. We cooked on the grill and had breakfast most mornings at home. There were only 2 minor issues that we had to contact Tammy about and she took care of them in a matter of hours on the same day. Tammy also stepped up and made sure we had transportation from the ferry to the house since our Jeep we were renting was not available until the day after we arrived.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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Great time at Fish Tales

We had a great time at Fish Tales and would definitely rent it again. It is in a quiet, beautiful location. The sunsets were gorgeous. It rained briefly a few of the mornings before breakfast and we were treated to full rainbows. One morning, we had a double full rainbow.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K., Union Dale, PA

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Great Spot

Wonderful property. Great views and super clean. I'd say the only downfall is the drive to get to the beaches out near Coral Bay...as long as you have a vehicle and plan ahead it's all good! Thank you and we will be back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Ken W.

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Caribbean cottage

Rustic charm with a great view.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andy C., South Carolina

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A wonderful vacation!!!

The house was perfect for us with kids, and Fish tales is also the cleanest property we have ever rented in the islands. No musty odors and extra comfortable beds. We cooked breakfasts and dinners at home in a surprisingly well appointed kitchen, most places have just a few pots and never a sharp knife but Fish tales had everything we needed including an extra clean Weber gas grill. To be fair we spent most daylight hours exploring all of the beautiful beaches, but our time at the house exceeded expectations. Service by the owner and our greeter were exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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A quiet getaway perfect for adventuresome family of four.

We loved the out-of-the way house in Fish Bay. Definitely rent a Jeep when you stay, as it’s a 20-minute drive from Cruz Bay. The house was perfect for our family and the neighborhood was peaceful and quiet. We liked morning walks up and down the nearby roads without fighting traffic, and laying out on the deck at night watching the stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Tammy Donnelly

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English