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BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B

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Sunsets: the large 15' x 20' screened in Veranda...with the sounds of the surf.
The closest beach front villa to town...a quiet setting with beautiful sunsets!
Come & enjoy the peaceful paradise of St John & Seaside Vista!
Your private view to the wonderful Caribbean Sea!
New comfy sectional seating, great for a lazy vacation day!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, St John
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Honeymoon Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B

Seaside Vista was a private home for years. Now the new owner did a total renovation and has placed it on the vacation rental market.

Seaside Vista is the closest oceanfront villa to town; a very unique property, next to Gallows Point. Imagine being able to take a dip in the ocean anytime you like, only steps away from your own beach house! Seaside Vista underwent extensive renovation after the hurricane including new high quality finishes and all new furnishings which will make your stay truly enjoyable.

Over 175 Five Star Reviews on VRBO and Trip Advisor
Book with confidence knowing that past guests have given Seaside Vista their highest ratings.

Most of the other options available in town are condos. Instead of sharing walls and a building with many others in a condo, you can enjoy the privacy of your own beachfront villa?

in 2018, the owner completed a top to bottom renovation, a real vintage Caribbean Cottage with modern touches done in a way to preserve the unique relaxing cottage feel, yet with an element of understated luxury. Because its just around the corner from Gallows Point, it hides any noise from town, yet its an easy 2 block stroll to the heart of Cruz Bay.
You'll enjoy the soothing sounds of the surf from the large 15' x 20' screened in terrace as you watch the sailboats go by. In the evening, enjoy fabulous sunsets year round plus the twinkling lights of St Thomas.

The air conditioned spacious master bedroom (14' x 12') has a king size bed with direct access to the large ocean view terrace. The bedroom's windows on 3 sides provide cooling Caribbean breezes and an ocean view.

The beautiful Restoration Hardware bath is accessed directly from the master bedroom. Seaside Vista is perfect for a couple as you can rent the cottage with the 2nd bedroom locked, and the rate is priced accordingly. (The 2nd bedroom is never rented to a different party.) The published rate is for the 1 bedroom, up to 2 guests.

The second air conditioned bedroom was thoughtfully designed in a nautical style with new twin bunk beds. A blow up twin mattress is also available for a 3rd child. For convenience, the bathroom is accessible right from the second bedroom as well. The cost for 2nd bedroom/additional guests is $50 per night per guest. Road/construction: in 2022 work is underway to bury the utility lines on the major roadways. This may cause some slight traffic delays. Also, as a result of hurricane Irma/Maria there is still rebuilding going on in the areas surrounding Cruz Bay Town & other parts of the island.

The large newly tiled terrace has plenty of room for relaxing and dining and features all new furniture. The kitchen has been totally remodeled and features new counters, appliances and a more contemporary open floor plan to the living room (20' x 11'). A new counter with bar stools makes it a great place to hang. The living room has large ocean view windows with a comfy sectional couch and a doorway that opens up directly to the terrace. There is also a furnished private courtyard with a grill.

I provide my guests with lots of information to help make their travel to St John and their stay more enjoyable. I invite you to read the guest reviews. Enjoy this pristine cottage all to yourself....a vacation you will truly cherish for years to come.

Note about video on this site: This video was shot before the hurricanes consequently it shows some pre-storm decor and furnishings. The villas has been completely repaired. The villa photos on this site were all taken post storm, that's why you will see some differences. A signed Rental Agreement is required.

The owner is not responsible for any booking and or computer errors made by VRBO.

If you have any questions feel free to call or e-mail me; I'm happy to answer anything about my place or the island of St John.

I am the owner, Michael Krienik, and the only person that does bookings for my property. If you have any questions, call me at 513-460-5360. Thanks.

*****IF THIS VILLA IS RENTED FOR YOUR DESIRED TIME PERIOD, PLEASE CONSIDER MY OTHER RENTALS:
PALM VISTA HILLTOP POOL VILLA - for 1-6 GUESTS available to rent as a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom, see info at
https://www.vrbo.com/254994 or
LITTLE PALM GUEST SUITE- 1 bedroom for 1-2 GUESTS
see info at https://www.vrbo.com/253498
Thanks!



Property manager

Michael Krienik
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2nd bdrm 2 twin bunks; air mattress avail 4 3rd
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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
Nightly rate based upon 1 bedroom, max 2 guests. Extra guests $50+tax each, per night. Kids age 8 or under, +refundable damage deposit is required
COVID-19: If the island is closed for tourism, Guests will receive a 100% credit of the rent, taxes and cleaning fees paid toward a future booking
See Rental Agreement on this site for specific cancellation policies.

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is in the city centre and on 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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Cruz Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 9 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Caneel Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B located?

Located in St. John, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and St. John Spice are also within 10 minutes.

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. 106 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!!
Great location and perfect house!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect anniversary getaway
Spent a week here celebrating our wedding anniversary. Beautiful sunsets, quiet location close to Cruz Bay, well-equipped villa had everything we needed. The villa owner was very helpful, provided great information, and made our stay an enjoyable and memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Home in St John
4th time we stayed at Seaside Vista. The cottage is perfect for my husband and myself, the screened-in porch is one of the draws. The bedding, towels, bed and cleanliness are all in line with the cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Perfect place for a small family. Really no need to rent a car at this location. Walk to town. Catch a taxi to beach. Walk to pier for boat or ferry
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
This beautiful property is located in an ideal location with walking distance to Cruz Bay. The sunset views from the covered porch were a great way to end the day. We had a truly great vacation and were able to explore the island at our pace.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Location
The location made it so easy to walk to Cruz Bay restaurants and when we drove to beaches they were easily accessible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tisha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had an amazing time. It's great for small families, and the owner was great at communicating all the details. We will be back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect week in paradise!
We absolutely loved Seaside Vista! It was perfect for my husband and I on our 35th wedding anniversary trip. We stayed for a week. We spent most of our time on the porch, enjoying the beautiful view - one morning we were gifted a double rainbow. Michael and Leslie were outstanding to communicate with, before, during and after our stay. The short walk to Cruz Bay was awesome and we also took walks down to the little rocky beach and on the surrounding roads. Everything was just as described and expected and we will definitely stay here again on another trip to St. John. Thank you for a perfect week in paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view from the house was beautiful!
It was clean and very close to town so we could walk everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
It’s a fine place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage and Great Host!
Everything about this cottage is awesome. It is located short walking distance to the main part of town but just far enough to be peaceful and private. We spent every morning sipping coffee on the screened in porch while watching sailboats come into the harbor. The sunsets from the porch were spectacular! There are a couple of small shops a few minutes walk away that have any provisions you may need. We didn’t need to rent a car because the taxi stand is a five minute walk. So we spent less money on that than we would have if we rented and didn’t have the stress of navigating the crazy twists and turns of St. John’s roads! Michael, our host, is super responsive and gave us lots of great information and recommendations for our trip. I highly recommend this lovely cottage! Thank you Michael for a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Villa on St. John
If you are looking to be within walking distance of the restaurants and shops of Cruz Bay, this is the place for you. Very clean and quiet and wonderful wild life just outside your door. The screened in porch was the real winner. Such a great view and sounds of waves. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kandida G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little villa close to town
This villa is in a perfect location, walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in Cruz Bay. The veranda is perfect for your morning coffee overlooking the bay. Everything you need for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely!
Thanks for a beautiful week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The screened in Porch is worth every dollar spent on this property
This is the second year in a row that we have stayed in Mike's cottage. We will likely book again for 2025
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vic & Maureen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Really enjoyed our stay! Great screened in deck! (No mosquito bites) Great location! (Easy 5 min walk into town) Closeness to a beach! (Was able to snorkel and saw a lot of fish - 100 yards from villa)
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beyond Expectations
If there is one property in the area, this is the one. Michael ensures a great experience and is thoroughly helpful. If you want an intimate and quiet getaway in St. John for a good value, we highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
We loved this home. Beautiful view and only a two minute walk into Cruz Bay. Great communication from owner. We’re already looking at our calendar for a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Location is awesome ! View is awesome! Owner is awesome! Just stay there!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Escape
The Seaside Vista offered an ideal getaway home with gorgeous ocean views on a screened in porch as well as clean & comfortable amenities just walking distance from some of St. John’s best restaurants & shops. The bed was crisp & comfy, the shower bright & refreshing, and the on site washer & dryer a plus. We’d come back every month if we could!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Edwin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location!
Cute well located cottage with fantastic sunset views. “Jack and Jill” layout of house was perfect for us. Room for mom but privacy for us. And host Mike is super nice!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
We loved our stay at this villa in St. John! It was everything we could have asked for, Beautiful place with all the amenities we needed for our stay. It was the perfect place to celebrate our 40th anniversary. We especially loved the screen porch overlooking the sea and most of all, gorgeous sunsets. Thank you to Michael, our host for all your help and suggestions. We highly recommend this adorable villa!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
We had the BEST time on St John!!! Seaside Vista has the most amazing views from the screen porch, we spent all our time there! Its also such a great spot, loved being able to walk to all the restaurants and shopping. Micheal was very helpful and gave us lots of information about the island before hand! We had our 2 grown kids, 20 and 17 and they were very comfortable in the bunk beds! We had a great family trip and cant wait to come back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Feels like our own private paradise❤️
This was our second stay at this lovely villa and it almost feels like “ours”! The screened-in porch is the absolute perfect addition and where we spent most evenings. The villa is close to town so we walked to dinner every night! Sunset vista comes with every possible amenity and Michael and Leslie are perfect hosts! Thank you for the privilege of staying! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay so close to town
We had a terrific stay at seaside, the location and amenities were fantastic. The neighbors were a little loud late into the night every night which kept our kids awake later than we wanted but listening to the waves helped! Everything in the villa was great, the bunk beds were very creaky so we had trouble sleeping in that room. Everything was clean, exactly as promised, the view was superb. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Michael Krienik

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A resident of St John, and a 30 year property owner veteran, Michael Krienik has 2 other vacation rentals on the island.

Why they chose this property

Seaside Vista is the closest free standing cottage to the town of Cruz Bay - only 2 blocks away. Yet its sits around the point from Gallows so it is quiet and protected from any 'noise' in town. You are right across the street from the beach & ocean with no structures in front of you to spoil the great beach and ocean views.

What makes this property unique

Don't even need to rent a car; just walk to town or catch a cab to the beach. Private on-site parking is provided.

Languages:

English

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