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Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples.

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Great Cruz Bay from "Up On The Rocks"
Relax, Dine, BBQ
Property grounds
Care to Cook?
Fans in Every Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St. John
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bamboo Suite

1 Queen Bed

Palm Suite

1 Queen Bed

Bamboo Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Palm Suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples.

After a recent complete top to bottom rebuild this Villa is readied for occupancy with all amenities and furnishings in great condition! Built high "Up On The Rocks", great ocean breezes are the norm but for the calm days every room is equipped with large ceiling fans. To ensure your comfort, super quiet A/Cs are installed in the 2 bedrooms with their 'Heavenly' Queen Size beds and en-suite Bathrooms with dual vanity sinks and walk in glass enclosed showers. Enjoy Broadband internet with WIFI, full cable TV, incl. HBO, etc. and a flat screen 'smart' TV. The open floor plan boasts dining and living areas separated by a full service kitchen with gas range, microwave, fridge with icemaker, dual sinks, coffeemaker & toaster. The custom made cabinets hold an array of pots, pans, dishes, utensils, basic spices and more to facilitate cooking, if you choose. The large covered balcony, may be your favorite room, with it's gas BBQ, patio dining furniture and chairs for just comfortably enjoying that panorama view. There is a large capacity washer and dryer for your convenience. Beach chairs, towels and an ice chest are ready to accommodate your daily excursions. COME & ENJOY!

Property manager

Henry Hinkel
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 4:00 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

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 recommended 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 by the sea. 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

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Trunk Bay - 15 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa, near town, Panorama Views, 2 equal Master Suites, Ideal for 2 couples. located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Great Cruz Bay, Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. St. John Spice and Battery 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. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susanna R.

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

Lovely villa, spectacular view

Up on the Rocks is lovely, with comfortable beds, gorgeous bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen, and nicely-landscaped grounds. The property manager, Henry, was responsive and friendly. Terrific view. The driveway is very steep and takes some getting used to.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haylee B.

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

Honeymoon

Really fun and clean spot. We enjoyed the patio to relax in the evenings. House is close to cruz bay, 6 minute drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon F.

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

Perfect for two couples!

We loved our stay at Up On The Rocks! The house was well-equipped and a great location with a beautiful view. We spent many hours on the porch when we weren’t touring the island! We would stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was perfect for 4 people. The house was clean and well equipped with coolers, ice packs, Turkish beach towels and beach chairs. The AC was great in the bedrooms, but the main living area was very warm, despite the fans being on. We preferred to keep the sliding doors and windows closed in the living area due to the mosquitoes. The driveway is VERY steep. Tip: adjust your side view mirrors and then back in carefully with jeep in 4 wheel drive. The owner, Henry, was very accommodating and easily accessible to answer any questions. We enjoyed our 10 day stay at Up On The Rocks!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna G.

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

Fabulous find!

We loved our stay here. Henry was great. We caught a late ferry and he took care of getting the jeep for us. The house is perfect for 2 friends or 2 couples - 2 comfortable queen beds and 2 bathrooms. The property was clean and close to Cruz Bay. Gorgeous view and quiet neighborhood. This is a totally great place and we are so happy we found it.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gayle T.

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

Absolutely loved this place!

So relaxing. It is the perfect setup for 2 couples. The view is lovely. Town is very close if you need to run in. I will say the driveway is crazy but we had fun navigating it. Everything we needed in the house was there. Super responsive and answered any questions we had about the island. All in all, a wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Geary F

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was well maintained with an extraordinary view, quiet and welcoming. The driveway was a bit challenging and took some getting use to
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

anne s.

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

Beautiful views and close to beaches

Great location and views. Only downside is driveway is very challenging and requires an SUV otherwise great place to stay with 2 couples!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

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

Great place to relax

Overall nice house! Location allows for quick access to town. It was nice to have my kids on the same level of the house. I have no complaints about this house or stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom B.

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

Large Balcony with Great Views

Unit is clean and updated. Definitely would stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Lovin' Up On The Rocks!

Communication prior to our arrival was fantastic! We knew just what to do and what to expect when we arrived. Henry was gracious and met us at our Jeep rental location and guided us to UP ON THE ROCKS. Upon our arrival, he made sure we knew where everything was and that we were comfortable. He was available for any questions we had. We had an amazing stay and will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire P.

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

Great views and close to Cruz Bay

Our accommodations were exactly as we expected. The tropical breezes on the deck were perfect. Very relaxing. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen and bathrooms were perfect. The location was close to town so shopping, food and groceries were easily accessible. It was very convenient to be close to the car ferry too. Driving to the beaches was very easy. We had a wonderful stay and highly recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebekah h.

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

Paradise

“Up on the rocks” was amazing. Great views. Lovely landscape and SUPER clean with everything you need. Great location. Close to the quaint town of Cruz Bay and all of the GORGEOUS North shore beaches. We would come back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth R.

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

Just as beautiful as the pictures!

We could not have been happier with our stay. The house was perfect for 2 couples. We started every morning with coffee on the expansive porch, which had comfortable seating for lounging or breakfast. The porch was also perfect for enjoying a beer or drink after a day at the wonderful beaches of St. John. The kitchen was fully applianced and the gas grill availability was great. Our communication with Becki and Henry was great and nothing was left unanswered before or during our stay. The house was spotlessly clean and well equipped (towels, beach chairs, cooler) for a day at the beach. Easy access by car to 2 markets, restaurants, shopping and beaches. Thanks for everything! We will definitely be returning to Up On The Rocks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Wonderful Time

We had a wonderful time in St. John. This property was a great place to rest our heads at night after a long day in the sun, lying on the beach, swimming, and snorkeling. Comfortable, clean, and it had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn M., Tennessee

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

Great place to stay

Great place for two couples on island. Had everything we needed and great location
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

One week stay in November

Excellent stay - nice view from deck - Henry was very responsive when we had issues with the Wi-Fi - he had a replacement router installed same day.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karina P.

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

Great Stay @ Up on the Rocks

We had a great stay at Up on the Rocks! the photos and descriptions are exactly what you expect upon arrival. Henry was a great host & welcomed us to the island. The villa is well equipped with everything you need. It is perfect for 2 couples with lots of space and equal suites.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Troy K., Midland, TX USA

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

What a View

Perfect place for our family we really enjoyed the deck and the house has everything you need for a day or like us an entire week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

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

Excellent house for an enjoyable stay on St. John!!

We LOVED our stay in Up On the Rocks!! It's just a couple minutes from town and a fabulous view of Great Cruz Bay to watch on the huge porch while sipping coffee. Henry was more than accommodating and willing to offer any knowledge or advice about the island. I had read reviews about the steep driveway and was literally scared to death of it but overcame my fears. After the first couple of times, it was a piece of cake. DON'T let the driveway steer you away from this villa seriously. It is a very nicely furnished, adorable home that is just perfect!! You will just love Henry too! If I was forced to say anything other than positive, it would be that we wished there was a bed on the porch for sleeping out there because it was so wonderful out there at night. ;) We did have to use bug spray on the porch a lot, so don't forget that. Thanks again, Henry, for a wonderful stay! We will be seeing you again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn S.

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

Perfect place to stay

This house was the perfect place to stay for our first trip to St. John. It’s located close to grocery stores and town. The view is amazing, the flowers along the rocks are gorgeous. The kitchen had everything you could need. Plenty of nutmeg for painkillers was already in the fridge. It was nice to find leftover reef safe sunscreen from other guests since we did run out of it during our trip. The AC in the bedrooms worked great. The beds and pillows were so comfortable. The house is beautifully decorated with plenty of outdoor and indoor space. We hope to be back very soon!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Would stay there again

Very clean, beautiful view and close to Cruz Bay. We enjoyed our time on the patio. We would recommend this property to others.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary G.

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

Great for 2 couples

This house was very well designed for 2 couples to enjoy! Everything was on one level, though you walk up 1.5 flights of exterior stairs to the front door. There are 2 full master suites with spacious bathrooms, a/c, and comfortable beds, and each bedroom/bathroom area is separated from the main room by another door, so it's very private. The interior shared space is wider than I expected from the pictures, and comfortable for multiple people to be cooking/moving around. We spent all our awake time out on the huge covered deck, where there was always a wonderful breeze. There were also several beach/grocery bags and some leftover reef-safe sunscreen, which was helpful. The house had basic spices and cooking equipment, and the grill worked great. All the windows were wonderful - we woke up to a view of hummingbirds at the flowers behind the house. It all felt very private as well. My only challenge was the driveway, which is very steep, along the rocks, and you need to reverse up it in 4wd. This is especially harrowing when it's dark and raining and you have a full car of people/luggage. I got better at it as the week went by, but it always made me nervous. The price you pay for getting to be Up on the Rocks, I suppose!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy K., Eden Prairie

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

Great Stay!

Henry was great with communication! The villa had everything we needed. Loved deck! The street and driveway took a bit to get used to to navigate. Would recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol W., Chestertown

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

Third stay...it just gets better and better!

Upon the Rocks has become our home away from home on St. John. This property is always clean and up to date on amenities. The breeze and view are one of the best on the island. The driveway can be a challenge but it works for us....up and down with ease. We never used the air conditioning as there was always a wonderful breeze throughout the entire house. I loved the Turkish beach towels so much I came home and ordered some for the beach here! They dry so fast and are weightless to carry to the beach. We will be back to Up on the Rocks again and again! Thanks for another wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Henry Hinkel

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Our California home had a beautiful view of the Pacific but our lives in the civilized world were corporate encrusted, freeway driven, and mall dominated. When a business opportunity arose in the year 2000, we took a leap of faith and traded our Catalina Island view for a view of St Croix and a less complicated not so 'civilized' life in the islands. This beautiful paradise called St. John is a wonderful place to be. We like to tell first time visitors to the island: "Not many people come to St. John, just once!" It's true.

Why they chose this property

This villa is literally built 'Up On The Rocks', actually, huge boulders. These boulders and rock cliffs that make up the property provide quite a unique back drop. The home was rebuilt to be attractive to guests that insist on nicely appointed and comfortable accommodations but are also budget conscious. "Up On The Rocks" is the ideal choice for the informed island visitors who prefer to spend their time and budget at the 35 beautiful beaches and on the pristine waters that make the island such a famous place, instead of, at the villa or resort pool.

What makes this property unique

The home, uniquely surrounded by huge boulders, is perched high above the bays commanding a spectacular panorama view. It is around the hill and away from the hustle bustle of the village of Cruz Bay but conveniently located a 3 minute drive or 15 minute walk, to town. Total renovation recently completed. Everything, inside and out, awaits your arrival, in great condition!

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