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Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts

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The entrance to the apartment

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Ocean view

Explore the area

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St. Thomas,, Virgin Islands
  • Secret Harbour Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Sapphire Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lindquist Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts

Lions Gate Getaway is a private studio apartment in a lush, tropical setting, humming birds share your 270 degree view of St. John, Tortola and Red Hook Harbor. In just a few minutes you can walk into Red Hook for shopping, dinner, drinks and night life or catch the ferries to St. John and the BVI.

The spacious porch is a perfect way to enjoy your first cup of coffee or to sit back in the evening and watch the colors change over the islands with a cool beverage in your hand as the breeze passes by.

My husband Chris and I have lived on St. Thomas for over 20 years. He came to dive, I came to sail. We met and discovered we both had a love of the water and the Caribbean life style. Chris built this house on the top of the hill, and now we have expanded it to accommodate guests in our apartment that captures the Caribbean life style. We look forward to helping you enjoy your vacation in any way we can. Just ask for local tips on restaurants and activities.

Keywords: Studio Apartment

Property manager

Maxine Lavitt
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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Red Hook

St. Thomas is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sapphire Beach and Coki Point Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
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St. Thomas,, Virgin Islands

What's nearby

  • Secret Harbour Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sapphire Beach - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Lindquist Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Coki Point Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Coral World Ocean Park - 9 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sapphire Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sunset Grille @ Secret Harbour Beach Resort - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪An Hour Late - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tarpon’s Table - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Cove - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting. Check for seasonal discounts located?

Situated in St. Thomas, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of American Yacht Harbor and Sapphire Beach. Vessup Bay and Cabes Point are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 117 out of 131 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 131 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 131 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 131 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 131 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William A.

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

Lovely spot!

Great place to stay in Red Hook! Much more private than many other spots. Highly recommend a vehicle with 4wd as the hill is steep.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aisha H.

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

Great place!

Awesome location, authentic vibes, very friendly and accommodating host. Walk down the hill and go to many of the bars/restaurant that line the water. I walked down the hill to get breakfast and coffee many times during my stay. Just be prepared for the uphill walk on the way back! Red hook is an excellent location to stay as many great attractions are near by.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Exploratory getaway

Everything was as expected and the view as beautiful as we had hoped. Maxine and Chris were wonderful and we took a major liking to Louie as did he to my spouse. Location is fantastic. Quiet. Walk to stores / caost / ferry. Overall very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SavvaM

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

Phenomenal views, great location, caring hosts!

Maxine and Chris are kind and caring hosts, we had an incredible time!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

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

Lovely Stay Overlooking Quaint Bustling Red Hook

Great patio setting overlooking Red Hook. We could see a lot of the bay area, which made it a great setting for coffee, tea, or cocktail. Could see the comings and goings of the ferry's going over to St. John’s. Easy drive to lots of beaches. Our favorite was Lindquist. Max and Chris were super nice and helpful. Lots of water toys for our enjoyment.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan F.

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

10/10

Incredible experience. Maxine and Chris were amazing hosts. Perfect location. Perfect views. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

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

Lions Gate

Me and my fiancé (now husband) came to st. Thomas to get married. We stayed 10 days at Max and Chris' place. It was absolutely beautiful! The apartment was clean and stocked with anything we needed, besides our groceries. And the charm of the place was better than any fancy resort on the island. Just right up the hill from Red Hook. So grocery store, gas station, restaurants, shops, all within minutes from us. It is a steep hill to get up to the property, and a small vehicle is best for pulling all the way up in the driveway. There is also parking available right outside of the gate. Max and Chris were wonderful hosts. Just a text or call away if we needed anything. And their dog Louie was our buddy throughout our stay. All in all, was an beautiful place to stay with an amazing view. And we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

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

Beautiful views

The little apartment on the side of the hill was just perfect for us. The drive is steep and a little scary but worth it. The parking was a little stressful. There’s not much room to turn around but we made it lol. If you get the chance talk with the owner he’s a delight. Overall we really enjoyed our getaway and would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr L.

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

The Views!

We enjoyed our time at Lion's Gate and the property had all the necessities. The hill is a bit of a challenge the first time up, but after that we did fine both driving and walking it. Location to Red Hook and the ferries is excellent, but with that you may also get noise from the late-night revelers below. We did have to close the windows due to that and then one night of rain. We ate on the terrace watching the harbor activity and enjoying the breeze. A new mattress/box spring may be in order and if they could figure out a way to have a hot tub/jacuzzi with those views, it would add another level of terrific. Chris and Max are good hosts; they communicated, were accommodating and from our interactions seem pretty easy-going. We would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles A.

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

Beautiful location

This place was absolutely perfect, I travel a lot and enjoyed this more than 90 percent of the places I have stayed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

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

Great place to stay

We loved our time at Lions Gate! Its quiet and peaceful and had just what we needed. We didnt expect beach chairs, beach towels (we brought our own), and a cooler, but and they all came in handy! Max and Chris were great hosts and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gracie T.

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

Cozy stay, great hosts

This place seemed more "authentic" than the other resort-style properties we looked at, and we're so glad we went with it! The view was wonderful and Maxine and Chris were great hosts with local insights. It was great to be walking distance to Red Hook, but keep in mind the road leading there is very steep, so would only consider it truly "walkable" if you're fairly athletic.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G., Lexington SC

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

GORGEOUS VIEW - Perfect size

Gorgeous view- worth every penny. Great value.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephen T.

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

Top Rated

A quiet and restful retreat, ideal for a stay in Red Hook. Maxine and Chris were generous and considerate hosts; the apartment was well appointed; and the views from the covered porch exceptional—well worth the steep walk up the hill. We plan to return next year, and absolutely recommend the whole experience to others.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe & Sandy M., Eagan, MN

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

Great location and sunrises and outdoor space!

My husband and I really enjoyed Lion’s Gate Getaway for all the reasons above. Can’t stress enough how great the outdoor space is. We also enjoyed the visits from Louis the dog and the tips from Chris and Max.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

shane E.

Great Location!

Max and Chris are awesome. I will be here next time!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Best stay with best hosts

Staying with Max was amazing! The apartment has the most beautiful views, it's cozy, and Max and Chris were so helpful and hopsitable. It was the perfect size for two people and we loved hanging out on the patio to watch the sun set and boats come in. It's so close to everything in Red Hook as well which makes going out at night very nice. I highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

woody r.

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

Spur of the moment

I had a very relaxed enjoyable time property was just as advertised definitely coming back
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Michael T., Chicago

Charming, steep incline, but what a view!

Charming decor on a steep incline with priceless views. Definitely want a rental for the full experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cade F.

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

Good stay and even better host

I stayed in the apartment for 14 days while taking some captains classes in St Thomas. During my stay, Maxine and Chris were very hospitable. They invited me for dinner a few times, and we shared many interesting stories. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jacqueline L., Riverhead, N.Y.

An ideal place to get rejuvenated.

Ideal location close to restaurants, stores, beaches and St. John. Beautiful and cozy environment with a lovely views of the harbor St Thomas and St John. I was able to get some needed exercise when I chose to walk up and down the hill from the property. Chris and Max were charming and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

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

Spectacular Views

Great property with magnificent views over the top of Red Hook. The property owners are great to work with. Our second stay here & my wife says the hill has gotten steeper since the last time, no issue as we drove up most of the time. Booked later this year for a few days before we head over to St John. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

jaime M.

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

Absolutely Amazing

Words cannot express how beautiful the veiws, and the room/property is. It was wonderful to be so close to town and have the privacy of being tucked away. Chris and Maxine are wonderful hosts. They are so welcoming and giving us some great ideas to adventure around. I would definitely come back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

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

Perfect Getaway!

The entire experience at Lion’s Gate was wonderful! The hosts are so kind and easy to get in touch with (they live upstairs from the rental.) The place looks just like the photos and has incredible views of the bay. The only drawback is location at the top of a steep hill, walking it is a workout and the taxi drivers have a hard time accessing it as well. We had a great time and would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

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

Red Hook/Lions Gate

Beautiful Apartment with overlook of Redhook and Saint Johns. Very appealing decorations/plants. Steep/narrow road to location from Red Hook. Just take your time, stay left and you can make it there safely and it's worth it. Affordable, good wifi and comfortable accommodations. Flowers and chocolates for my wife for anniversary were some of the best I've ever had arranged by locations for our yearly trip! May do again, but we do like to have variety of places we go, we'll see... Thanks Max and Chris!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Maxine Lavitt

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Chris and I met in St. Thomas. He came to dive and I to sail. Chris had dive boats and I had a day sail boat and business.
Couldn't have had a more perfect spot for diving and sailing.
We have both retired but still love it that we are lucky enough to live here.

Why they chose this property

Red Hook is on the East End of St Thomas. The breeze comes from the East keeping us cool all year long.
We are right above Red Hook the little town. There are restaurants, bars a market and the Ferries for St John depart right at the bottom of the hill.

What makes this property unique


From Lion’s Gate you can stroll down to Red Hook for dinner or to go shopping, or make a quick trip to the grocery store. It is all so close but when you are up here it seems a million miles away.

There are three beaches nearby, two are about 5 minutes by car, Secret Harbor is a hotel so there is a restaurant for drinks and lunch and palm trees for shade. The other beach is my favorite, Lindguist. they have picnic tables and life guards there. The apartment has beach chairs and beach towels for you to use.

All the ferries to ST. John, Tortola and Virgin Gorda depart from Red Hook, you can see them coming and going from the porch.

I always recommend renting a car as it is a great way to explore the whole island and you can even put the car on the ferry to St. John and experience the beauty of the National Park with all its beaches and trails. If you don’t want to rent a car we are just a short walk into Red Hook but it is up a big hill on the way home. There are safari busses at the bottom of the hill. They only go in one direction, clockwise, around the island. But a taxi will take you where ever you want to go.

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