A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

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the view from El Nido's living room, kitchen/dining area and deck.

Welcome to El Nido, a wonderful Caribbean home!

open concept of the living room, kitchen and dining area

dedicated wifi and cable TV are here for you to enjoy

cozy and comfortable with an awesome view

Overview
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Location
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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 276.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Hot tub
Pool
Washer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

St. John, St John

Virgin Islands National Park
‪11 min walk‬
Cruz Bay Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Trunk Bay
‪12 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

El Nido is our home away from home, and we love the time we get to spend here when we can. With cathedral ceilings throughout and very tastefully decorated with lots of teak furniture and original artwork, El Nido is the definition of a relaxed stay on St. John. A fully stocked kitchen with new appliances and everything you'll need for your stay is here. One large bedroom with air conditioning allows for two adults to live comfortably. Being on the third floor allows for gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea and Little St. James and Pillsbury Sound. The Caneel Bay trail is literally steps away which connects to the National Park trail system and will take you to Cruz Bay, the north shore beaches and all of the National Park trails.
We know you'll enjoy staying here as much as we do!

Property manager

Glenn Grillo

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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Kitchen
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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, 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 condo is on the waterfront. 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.

St. John, St John

What's nearby

Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Caneel Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Cruz Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 2.1 km
Honeymoon Beach - 7 min drive - 3.1 km
Trunk Bay - 12 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬3 min drive
‪Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪The Windmill Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Trunk Bay is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

6 June 2024

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

Great location.

This place was conveniently located and had everything that we needed. Would highly recommend staying here.

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

5 May 2024

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

A wonderful get-away

Very convenient location and beautiful view! Owners and property manager, Trevor, were very helpful and accommodating.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

12 July 2023

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

Perfect villa

This villa is the perfect spot for a private vacation, but still close to town, beaches, etc. Loved it!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

21 February 2023

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

Great getaway

Nice location. Great views. It was a wonderful spot for a relaxing vacation away from the cold weather.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

2 December 2023

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

Convenient, comfortable condo with spectacular view

The condo had everything we needed for a great home base as we explored the island. We loved relaxing on the porch in the mornings and at sunset.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

14 January 2023

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

Estate Pastory

My husband & I enjoyed our stay! Clean property, great location and amazing view of the sunset!!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S., Minneapolis, Minnesota

23 December 2023

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

Patio with Cruz Bay view, priceless!

This was the perfect home base for us for a week of beach going, snorkeling, and hiking. The patio is very spacious with lovely furniture and a spectacular view. The kitchen is also a huge selling point. While not big, it was better equipped for cooking than any VRBO we’ve ever rented and very functional. We appreciated the adjacent spur trail to the main hiking path and used it often. Thanks to the hosts and Dena the property manager!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

18 February 2024

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

February 2024 Stay

First time staying on Cruz Bay side, location was very conveniently located off of Centerline Road. Condo was clean with plenty of space for the two of us. Neighbors and the local animals were slighlty noisy but wasn't a deal breaker. One downside, we put together one of the puzzles and it was missing a couple of pieces, LOL!

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

3 February 2023

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

Great stay in St. John

We had a great stay at El Nido. The kitchen had all the equipment for a few breakfasts and dinners at home. The view from the patio was gorgeous. It's nicely perched on the hill to take advantage of the breeze. Furniture was generally comfortable. Wifi was good. There was some road noise later into the morning but nothing too disruptive. Would definitely recommend to other couples visiting St. John.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B.

29 April 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

Great location!

We loved the view, needed a car for sure. Absolutely no communication from host before the stay, pretty stressful. We emailed a few times and even up until an hour before check in no word. He called and said father-in-law passed away so he was sorry. Property manager gave us some money for dinner while cleaning crews cleaned up. Overall great place just stressful at first!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry

16 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

The most beautiful view from the big balcony. This condo made us feel like at home. Everything you needed was there for you. Wifi worked great. A most comfortable breeze from the south windows really coiled rhe pkace off, even rhough we used rhe ac in the bedroom at night. The kitchen was large and had everything you needed. The pool was really nice. Parking for one vehichle right next to the steps. This place was perfect. Close to the ferry, grocery shopping at Dolphin Market, etc. Communications with both the owner and property manager were spot on. Manager Trevor met us there and gave us the details we needed. He made us feel at home. I'd reccomend this beautiful condo to anyone looking for a place near Cruz bay with a beautiful view.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Julie M.

23 November 2023

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

El Nido

Pros: Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Kitchen is modern and well stocked with all the things we needed to cook. We loved the deck with the chaise lounges. Pool and pool area is nice. Condo was clean. Dena was lovely to deal with. Cons: AC in bedroom was very loud and didn't cool the room much. Mattress and pillows uncomfortable. On one of the beach chairs, the backpack part was ripped and didn't work so we had to carry it. Just be aware there's no dishwasher, and washer dryer is not located in the condo. But honestly it served us well for our trip.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

23 October 2022

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

Beautiful views/lovely decor

Pleasantly surprised w the unit. Beautiful new deck, w comfortable lounge chairs and outdoor dining. Had all the amenities you’d want… Gorgeous views of Chocolate hole, Cruz Bay, etc. Location made it nice to access South or North shores. AC in bedroom although the open rafters made it difficult to cool. Everything else was exceptional.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

8 July 2022

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

Much needed sun and fun!

We loved this property. Gorgeous views, close ride to downtown. Would recommend getting a Jeep Rental to explore island and get around. The condo was beautiful! Bedroom stays cool with the AC and the rest of the condo stayed cool with the breeze. Condo development quiet and pool was a great. A must stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., Virginia Beach, VA

30 June 2022

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

Amazing veiws

There's something special about St. John and this property is perfect! It was spacious (just me and my husband), the view is amazing, the location was great, and the winds kept things cool! We were able to check in early on our arrival day and the property is very clean. I would highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOE F.

19 June 2022

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

Perfect couple getaway

Great location. Perfect size. Wonderful view. Cool cross breeze. Quiet. Well equipped and immaculate

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., North Carolina

21 May 2022

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

Beautiful and convenient location!

We loved staying at El Nido for our week in St John! The location was incredibly convenient to Cruz Bay area, with a beautiful view and a nice modern unit. The decor was great, amenities exactly what we needed for a week! The greeter was easy to work with, gave us some tips for while on island as well. We can’t wait to return to the island!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

patricia c.

7 March 2022

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

Get-away at El Nido

This one bedroom condo was great choice for us. Panoramic 180+ view to the southwest from the deck, cool breezes - so no need for AC, comfortable bed, lots of towels, great shower, well equipped kitchen, plenty of beach stuff for two, and very, very clean. Property manager Dena we rated excellent, and the owner's information packet was one of the best we've ever come across.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn G.

23 February 2022

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

Very Happy with this Property

The property was just as the pictures online showed. No surprises, which was nice. Very clean, plenty of space for 2 people. We enjoyed the large deck every morning and evening. The deck provided more privacy than we expected, as there are no other decks next to you. Good location and nice views of the water. The property manager met us at our car rental's office, we followed her to the unit and she gave a quick tour of the unit which was appreciated.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

4 February 2022

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

Would stay here again

Very clean property in a convenient location. 5 min drive to cruise bay. The bed was comfortable, views were spectacular, and the neighborhood is quiet. Clean pool, convenient laundry, well equipped kitchen, I could go on and on.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

26 January 2022

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

Wow!

Great views, comfortable and convenient. Beautifully decorated.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

John R.

8 January 2022

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

Great Views & Convenient Location

El Nido is only a few minutes from town, offers outstanding views and National Park access by foot. The unit is recently updated and nicely appointed. If you are a hiker, there is a footpath that gives you direct and immediate access to Caneel Hill Trail in the National Park. You can hike to the lookout in 10 minutes or to Honeymoon Bay, maybe 30 - 40 minutes away. Proximity to Cruz Bay comes with one detraction. The condo complex is close to Centerline Road, which is the main transportation corridor on the island. If you are on the deck during the day, the constant sound of trucks grinding up and down the hill and honking at each other can be annoying. On the other hand, you probably will be out enjoying the island somewhere else, so by the time you get back to the unit the trucks should be parked for the evening. One last thing, our college age son joined us and slept on the pull-out couch in the living room. He said the mattress was not very comfortable and we could hear his every turn through the night. That piece of furniture should be replaced if the unit is represented to sleep more than 2 people.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cinnamon M.

3 January 2022

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

December Anniversary Trip to St. John

We loved staying at El Nido/Estate Pastory and had a great experience! It was well furnished and beautifully decorated! I loved that they had nice beach chairs and beach towels that we could use. So convenient! Our favorite part about the condo was the wonderful deck! The view was great and the furniture was very nice. We enjoyed eating outside at the high top table, and also just lounging out there whenever we could. It was also nice that all the windows had screens and the air flowed through so well. Glenn (the owner) was quick to respond and offered so much helpful information prior to our trip. Their "Welcome Book" was the absolute best I've ever seen! There were pages and pages of helpful information about things to do places to see, helpful numbers, etc. Dena, the property manager, was also very helpful and so easily accessible! She gave us her cell number, and answered all of our questions. While we were there, we had a small problem, and we texted her. She responded right away, and had a handyman (Todd, who was also so nice and helpful) there in literally less than 10 minutes! Overall, we loved our stay and would definitely recommend El Nido to anyone!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kieran o.

18 July 2021

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

Home away from home

Nice condo. Well Stocked kitchen very clean and beautiful view. I would stay there again

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

9 July 2021

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

Dad and daughter scuba trip

Great place to stay for scuba diving on St. John. Not too far from Cruz Bay where all restaurants are located. Grocery store on way there to stop and pick up goodies after getting off of ferry. Property manager is very attentive and made sure we arrived at condo without any issues.

About the host

Hosted by Glenn Grillo

After about three years of wondering and hoping we could someday find a place of our own on St. John, an opportunity came up and our dream came true.
Glenn is retired and Debbie is a school teacher which only allows her vacation time during specific times of the year. Unfortunately for now, that only allows us to visit our happy place a couple of times a year.

Why they chose this property

On a stay in March 2019, we met a couple who were the owners of El Nido. They showed us their home and we fell in love with it the minute we saw it. It wasn't available for purchase, but we knew this would be our perfect St. John place. We told the owners that we'd certainly be interested if they were selling and if they'd give us a call first if indeed they were going to sell. Two months later, they called us and here we are. We then knew it was meant to be. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

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English

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1 bathroom

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