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SALE! Ocean Garden-July 4 Open Oceanview -Private Hot Tub for 2

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Aerial view
Private Balcony over looks Great Cruz Bay Chocolate hole
Hot Tub/SPA- Your new happy place! Looking at Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole
Living room off the kitchen with sliding door to veranda and steps to the BBQ.
Sitting area in living room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
St John
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SALE! Ocean Garden-July 4 Open Oceanview -Private Hot Tub for 2

Welcome to our Ocean Garden Villa . I’ll meet you at the car rental or car barge to escort you up the hill to your designated parking area.

Enjoy the spectacular views from the Balcony overlooking Ocean Bays and Islands all the way to St. Croix. This villa is nestled in the hills with a garden walk to Private Hot Tub. This is a one bedroom/one bathroom with shower. From your bed enjoy breathtaking views of Great Cruz Bay.

The bedroom is appointed with a hand-carved mahogany, queen bed and offers direct access to the veranda. The living area offers a comfortable seating area, fully equipped kitchen, and sliding glass door to the veranda with a gas BBQ grill. Off the veranda, a few steps down leads you through a tranquil garden walk through 20' tall boulders to a private hot tub. Surround yourself with the natural beauty of this tropical retreat. If desired there is air conditioning. However, the trade winds offer an airy, cool breeze if you prefer not to use the air conditioning.

I have provided for you: Beach towels, Beach chairs, cooler, float noodles, hair dryer, iron and ironing board.
Just ask....
I live on site and I will arrange a MASSAGE on your veranda overlooking the Ocean.
A BOAT TRIP, FISHING TRIP, SNORKEL TRIP, PRIVATE SNORKEL LESSONS,
A DAY OF GOLF, JET SKIES, BEST DINNING ON THE ISLAND.
HORSEBACK RIDING ON THE OCEAN and UP INTO THE MOUNTAINS OF ST JOHN.

This Villa is for two adults only, not appropriate for children. This is a non-smoking facility.

After a day at the beach and exploring the island, sit back, enjoy your favorite beverage, and breathe in the sights of the ocean from your private patio or Therapeutic SPA/ Hot Tub

Located only 1.2 miles from the town of Cruz Bay and about 5 minutes to the North Shore beaches. St. John is known for the 4-wheel drive Jeeps. We drive on the LEFT and fun driving up and down roads, around curves at slow speeds of 20 to 30 miles per hour. Getting to your villa is easy with paved roads and the private off-street parking access is flat terrain.

For travel by taxi, taxi's are ready at the ferry dock to take you up the hill to your Villa. Travel by taxi is easy once on the island, no need to rent a car. Telephone numbers of taxi drivers are posted in your Villa. Beautiful beaches are easy to access and within minutes from your Villa.

World famous beaches:
Chocolate Hole less than .5 mile
Hawksnest Beach is 3.5 miles
Trunk Bay is 4.5 miles
Cinnamon Bay is 4.5 miles

Property manager

Jackie M
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
Not suitable for children
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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
Non smoking only
No visitors to property or villa. Villa is for Registered Guests Only.

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

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this apartment is in the mountains. 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 - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Trunk Bay - 17 min drive - 7.2 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 - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SALE! Ocean Garden-July 4 Open Oceanview -Private Hot Tub for 2 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SALE! Ocean Garden-July 4 Open Oceanview -Private Hot Tub for 2?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is SALE! Ocean Garden-July 4 Open Oceanview -Private Hot Tub for 2 located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building 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

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rob L.

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

Great Time

Very Private
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

david s.

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

Wonderful

Very pleasant and rewarding stay. Jacqueline was an excellent, friendly, and informative host. Would stay here anytime!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Great view and very private

Jacqueline was a wonderful host to her beautiful place. We enjoyed the hot tub and our dinners on the covered porch, overlooking Great Cruz Bay and the islands beyond. Thanks for an awesome time!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat H.

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

Cozy cottage

My husband and i recently stayed on the property for 2 weeks. The place has everything you will need to enjoy your stay in st. John.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rexford D.

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

St. John stay

Lovely property, as described and in photographs. If you’ve been to St. John before you know you need a 4-wheel drive vehicle to get anywhere unless you’re staying at the Westin/taking taxi’s that may not go where you want to go! The host Jaqueline meets you at the car ferry and brings you to the property on the mountainside overlooking several beautiful bays. Several other units are also available; one with a pool! Close to Cruz Bay and Centerline Road.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald J.

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

Great stay

This was a great place to stay. The views were outstanding.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great views

Hostess lives on property and very accessible. Close to Cruz Bay. Great views of Great Cruz Bay harbor. Great for couples.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chris S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Two Weeks Vacation

Very good location, nice size, met our needs. Jaqueline very welcoming
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana C.

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

Mrs. C

Our visit was so relaxing with a breathtaking view and the hostess was amazing in every way !
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

St.John 2024

Private with great view
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great stay

I was on island for business. So I kept odd hours. Place was perfect for my needs. You do need a vehicle, but stunning views from top of the island mean a longer walk. Host was wonderful. Checked in to make sure all was well, but otherwise left me to myself. Would stay here again.
Stayed 17 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian V.

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

1st Timers to the Island

Amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe D., Danvers, USA

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

Mountainside Villa

Jacqueline was a great host who provided valuable information and was available any point in time to answer any questions! The Villa has a spectacular view in a quite area minutes away from downtown. Perfect spot for 2 people. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaron A.

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

Great View!

Jacqueline was a friendly host and super responsive. Great view of the bay and chocolate hole! The hot tub was a nice extra we appreciated and there were some condiments, spices etc. already there so that helped us save on the grocery bill. The little AC unit and the fans helped make things more comfortable but be prepared for the St. John heat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krystal B.

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

A piece of paradise!

We had a wonderful stay! Jackie was awesome! She was very informative about what we needed to do before we got there. It was our first time on St. John and her knowledge was invaluable. Our little piece of paradise was amazing! The views were incredible and we cannot wait to visit again! There is so much to hike and see that you cannot get it all done in one week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very convenient, great price

First we’d like to thank Jacqueline for being adaptable. Our flight was cancelled and we had to delay our trip two days through no fault of ours. Lovely villa for 2. Extremely easy to get to, super accessible. Just up the hill from Cruz Bay restaurants, shopping, groceries and nightlife. 10 minutes tops to our personal favorite Hawksnest Bay and just a bit farther to all breathtaking, pristine North Shore Beaches. The hot tub was amazing and there were great breezes on the patio! Bed was very comfortable and I found the kitchen to be nicely equipped! Thank you so much Jacqueline!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Aliyyah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in, location

Hilltop garden

The Property is dated and in need of updating! Although clean, it seemed a little dusty, with low lighting. We had to leave the Property after one night's stay, because it raind and NO taxi would bring us home to it, said it was too dangerous when wet, but we had to get home. We finally found a taxi and it was disastrous, the truck slide hallway back down the hill, twice with us in it, it was scary and quite dangerous as they all stated. We had to walk the rest of the way ip a slippery, .steep hill with flip-flops on, not a good time at all. We had to make a choice to get a room at the Westin to continu our stay! The host stated, she would have come get us, after the fact. The host also overstayed her welcome at checkin, she gave us a tour and all the necessary info and still continued to talk and stay for about 45 min more, we were tired and wanted to unwind. Very nice and welcoming host just a bit too needy for company it felt like! Spectacular views, ,hot.in villa, in need of better air conditioning! Lamp shades old and dirty. Overall could have been a nice stay, if it wasn't so difficult to get to in the rain! No drivers wanted to touch us to take us there!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Kelsey F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Review of visit 2/2022

This is a good VRBO with a nice host who is kind and helpful. The villa was designed by her husband, an architect. The design is lovely. The view of the ocean from the bed is nice. I agree with others that the accommodations could be upgraded for the price charged. Inside the house, there is no longer a bedside lamp as depicted in the photo. There are some nice utensils - coffee maker, microwave, toaster, blender. There were not a lot of drinking cups – coffee cups and two plastic wine chalices. The pots / pans are scratched, older and worn. Beach chairs are okay... really folding chairs / not comfortable; cooler is small; beach towels are polyester; bath towels are just okay. Hot tub is in a workshop/ storage area, as previously mentioned; it is not very picturesque. The nice plants in the photo of the hot tub on the website are no longer there. In the hot tub, multiple plastic rings that surround the jets were not attached correctly / sitting at the bottom of the tub the first time we used it, light didn’t work. The cover to the hot tub had black spots on inner surface. The owner told us it is a Walmart hot tub so treat it as such ... it may take a while to heat up or turn off. The photos of the “views” listed online are not quite representative of the current conditions. The first photo is from the owner’s house so that is not a view that you see from the VRBO. There is a lot of vegetation that has grown from the deck view and hot tub view – so those views (while still nice) are partially obstructed. We were asked to strip the bed but not the mattress pad/comforter/pillow shams (unclear if these are washed in between guests). Between the base on the bed and the mattress was a lot of hair/lint like material (noticed on the first day of the visit). Other things were not perfectly clean on arrival including in the drawers of the chest in the bedroom. There was dirt/wood shavings in 2 drawers. We were also asked to wash and put away all the dishes before we left. Obviously, we had been doing it throughout the trip … but I have never been in another private accommodation where this was specifically asked / thought it was odd that I was being asked to clean up the VRBO prior to leaving while still paying a substantial cleaning fee. Overall, this is less expensive and nicer than other accommodations on the island with a very welcoming host. You will likely enjoy your stay but the photos were not fully representative.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

James H.

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

Fun times

Wonderful views and wildlife relaxing environment
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Z.

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

Just what we were looking for

It was a great stay. Super busy time of year - great for active couples. Superb view. Rental car recommended - but I think that goes for STJ in general. Up Centerline Road and just a few turns off of it. Saves you from having to drive through town every time you go anywhere. Quick dip down to Dolphin Market if you need to grab anything like water, etc. One day we walked from there all the way to salt pond via the L'esperance Trail, Lameshur Bay and then all the way to Ram's Head. "Seagal" met us off the car ferry even though we were delayed - that type of STJ hospitality is basically priceless. Didn't need AC as we stayed in March and it's perched on a hill overlooking Great Cruz Bay. Singles could rent a scooter, but we got a car on STT and used the car ferry. Grill worked great - we got steaks and stuff at Moes while waiting for the car ferry in Red Hook. Mixed it up by staying in every other night and just doing a grill and chill. All in all a great stay, would do it again in a heartbeat. The hot tub was a nice plus a great respite at the end of hiking everyday. We had neighbors upstairs - you can hear walking around but it seems the vibe of the place gets likeminded people who want to relax just as much as you do. At the end of the day - you will have quibbles about anywhere you stay unless you rent a giant, expensive villa. Helpful hint - don't let this one slip through your fingers and try to shop for perfection. Book this if you can because it's just right.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

John D., Albany, ny

Nice stay, but some upgrades needed

Conveniently located and with a nice view of Great Cruz Bay. The owner is very nice but we think the accommodations could be upgraded for the price charged. For one the beach amenities could use upgrading (small towels, folding chairs - not beach chairs - provided, and a very small lunchbox cooler). We ended up renting beach chairs and bought a cheap cooler. Also, if you plan on cooking you might want to bring some basics like spices, etc. the kitchen had very little provided. Of course be careful to keep food in the fridge as we did notice some small ants around the sink and counter at times. Last, we did not use the hot tub, the area was not appealing for our tastes. It's located outside the owner's place and in an old workshop area.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey N.

Wonderful Stay

Jacqueline’s a great host and the property is beautiful. Conveniently located in Cruz Bay. All the amenities you could ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jessie C.

Beautiful views in a beautiful home

Jacqueline was an amazing hostess. She met us near her home and gave us the grand tour of her beautiful home. There is an amazing pool that over looks the valley and out towards St.Croix, a hot tub down stairs that boasts the same view. The linens and towels were clean and the bed was very comfortable. She has a smart TV in the room and we were able to watch TV when we weren’t out exploring. There was a refrigerator, shower, sink, iron and ironing board, and bug spray and sun screen available. We will absolutely be back for the beautiful views, nice breeze and great hostess.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jackie M

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Living in the Caribbean offers many delights. I was on the ferry traveling across Pillsbury Sound from St. John to St. Thomas for my dentist appointment and I saw a whale!
I love living here, the ocean offers so many treasures. Frequently I ride the ferry and enjoy the soothing rocking of the boat across the Sound. It offers me time to relax, listen to music, and plan more dreams and goals.

Please come and ride the waves over to our island home, Take in a deep breath of the fresh sea air and dream.

I fell in love with St John, the gem of the islands. For many years, our summer home was on Madeline Island in Wisconsin on Lake Superior. St. John became the perfect island winter home for us. We filled our days with beach-combing, snorkeling, hiking the National Park trails and learning the island history. Building our home here was a big adventure. I have completed the dream and I want to share it with you.

This island has been my home for 28 years and I have had the honor to host guests for many of these years. I love hearing their stories and share mine.

Why they chose this property

The beautiful view and trade winds above Great Cruz Bay took our heart away at first site. What a Caribbean island!

Come be my guest and tell me your story. Why did you come to St John? I live on site and will be here to answer any questions or at the end of your day, a solute and toast on the veranda to a beautiful sunset over the twinkling lights of the islands. Cheers!

What makes this property unique

I live on the property so that I can further ensure a relaxing and wonderful vacation experience for you.

What is nice about our home is the great uplifting feelings of dreams coming true, the soft breeze of the trade winds, cool nights on your sun-kissed skin and stargazing from the veranda. The peaceful surroundings, the sounds of nature, and the spectacular ocean views will take your breath away!

Close to the town of Cruz Bay and a short drive to the most beautiful beaches in the world. Grocery stores, restaurants and take-out food are available only a few minutes away. The Westin Resort welcomes outside guests and offers dinning on the beach, gift stores, tennis, spa, gym and water aerobics. Spend a day of resort living and come home to your private Villa. We look forward to hosting you on St. John, the Gem of the Caribbean!

This Villa is for two adults only, not appropriate for children. This is a non-smoking facility.

Languages:

English

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