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Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal

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Beach
Beach
Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St John, St John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪268 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal

This one bedroom/one bath postcard perfect cottage sits on a gentle grade across the calm, protected waters of the US Virgin Islands National Park. Estate Zootenvaal was well known for 4 cottages that share a private sandy beach. The 2017 hurricanes destroyed these cottages and but now they are back, better than every. Everything about this cottage is all brand new, including Solar Panels and Tesla Batteries for backup in case of power outages.
The house is elegantly furnished and well equipped with everything you'll need for a perfect vacation.
Enjoy the cooling trade winds and panoramic views while you relax on the porch or explore Hurricane Hole in the provided 2 man kayak. The gated private beach with lounge chairs and tables are perfect for reading a book or taking a swim or snorkel in this beautiful bay.

Property manager

Dorothy Micheletti
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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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: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Small 10 lb dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All cancellations will incur a 20% cancellation fee. We urge you to obtain travel insurance for any unforeseen circumstances.
The private beach is only for guests actually staying at the house.

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
This property uses a grey water recycling system
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 cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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St John, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Maho Beach - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Trunk Bay - 27 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • Omar’s Dockside
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬15 min walk
  • De Loose Mongoose
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Beach Cottage in Protected National Park Waters - Estate Zootenvaal located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Virgin Islands National Park. Ajax Peak and Waterlemon Cay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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

Wonderful Stay

We immensely enjoyed our five night stay at the Beach Cottage Zootenvaal. Our visit followed a pleasant, but active week at another location with a larger family group. So, the tranquility of the Beach Cottage came as welcome change of pace. It was breezy on St John and there was no need for air conditioning. The sound of waves breaking was a constant backdrop, perfect for sleep. The house is located a convenient mile from the restaurants and shops of Coral Bay. The Brown Bay trailhead is a short walk from the house. We cooked each night and found the kitchen to have everything we needed. Lastly, but certainly not least in importance Dorothy and Fernando were excellent hosts. We look forward to a return visit in the not too distant future.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karla J.

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

Fabulous property!

We loved our week at Estate Zootenvaal Beach Cottage! The location is close to the restaurants in Coral Bay yet quiet and peaceful. It’s on East End road with very little traffic and an easy drive to get to all of the beaches. The cottage is absolutely beautiful, inside and out! The kitchen has everything you will need, there are two kayaks, beach chairs, beach towels, noodles, and a cooler. The bathroom has lots of space for toiletries and as someone who wears contacts, I was so happy to see a makeup mirror! (If you know, you know.)The air conditioning in the bedroom and bathroom makes sleeping comfortable. We enjoyed every afternoon sitting on the chaise lounges on the covered porch reading, watching the boats coming in and out of the bay, and having cocktails. The private beach just a very short walk down the road was a highlight! We took a swim every day before dinner.And lastly, Dorothy and Fernando are gracious and welcoming! We really enjoyed chatting with them. They checked in with us in the middle of the week and answered any questions we had immediately. Thankyou, Dorothy and Fernando!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

kim c.

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

Vacation

Beautiful property and views and super nice hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew V.

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

Review of Stay

Stayed at the property for our honeymoon and had a great experience… great location, beautiful house looking over Hurricane Hole near Coral Bay. Would definitely come and stay there again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

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

Beautiful property in paradise!

We had a great stay at this beautiful cottage overlooking Hurricane Hole. Our favorite part was the porch with the fantastic view. The cottage was stocked with everything we needed for the week and was very clean and comfortable. Thanks for the great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nancy b.

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

Very comfortable and peaceful location!

We were celebrating our 33 anniversary and third time at STJ. Very peaceful, quiet location on very comfortable, clean and well-stocked house! Can easily hear the waves from the comfort of the porch. Also worth the short walk to the private beach because there is shade as well as sun and a gazebo there for comfort no matter the preference of the person (I am a sun lover and my husband prefers shade!). Very much worth the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P., Athens, AL

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

Serenity by the Sea

We had a lovely time! Dorothy and Fernando were excellent hosts, supplying a beautiful cottage with all the necessary amenities. Their suggestions were helpful and the location was perfect! We hope to visit again in the future.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gretchen o., Scituate MA

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

Peaceful setting

We have admired this property for years and were blessed to have been able to rent it this year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen H.

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

We had a great week in St. John

Everything needed for an island vacation was provided in this home. The view was beautiful and lots of other beaches were a short drive away. The owners were helpful and available.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merritt A.

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

Perfect St. John Cottage

This was our second time renting the property and everything was perfect just like the first time. We enjoyed sitting outside eating dinner and listening to the waves. We hope to come back again.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie C.

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

Nothing Short of Wonderful

We absolutely loved our stay! Fernando was very helpful, the villa literally had everything you could need, and the views were amazing. It was extremely clean and comfortable, and we loved the location. We would definitely love to come back. Thanks so much for everything!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine Z.

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

Relaxing getaway

The property is a wonderful and relaxing getaway! The property is located on the quiet side of the island and is perfect for those seeking some R&R. The private beach is a great perk, and kayaks are great for getting out to snorkel. Dorothy and Fernando are wonderful hosts and very responsive! Would definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred F.

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

Perfect place to unwind

A perfect place for the wife and I to just relax. Everything from Fernando picking us up in Cruz Bay to the beach house being more than we expected....(the pictures don't do it justice)...we throughly enjoyed ourselves. Fernando and Dorothy are the perfect hosts. If your looking for a quiet getaway with a 5 star beach house this is the place!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken O.

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

Perfect for us!

Estate Zootenvaal is a fantastic place! Comfortable, well appointed and the location can not be beaten. It was exactly as described. Dorothy and Fernando were very accommodating and couldn't have been better hosts. We wanted the quieter East End with easy access to the restaurants and shops of Coral Bay. This location was perfect for that. The private beach and the balcony overlooking Hurricane Hole made for a most relaxing stay. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Winifred M., Mahopac

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

Perfect Beach Cottage Get Away

This property is immaculate. Super comfortable. Everything you need for a relaxing vacay. Hostess is delightful and gracious. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merritt A.

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

Absolute Perfection

This property is absolute perfection in every way. The hosts are very helpful in making sure your stay is comfortable and easy. We are hoping to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Great quality and charm!

This is a real gem! Not only is it clean and charming, but the high quality construction made it feel that much better.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cari H.

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

A beautiful week in paradise!

This property was an absolute gem! So much thought and detail went into this beach cottage to make it the perfect home away from home. Dorothy was extremely attentive in keeping communication lines open and was a wealth of information in helping us navigate the island. Don't look any further for a place to stay on St John, because this property was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg G.

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

Absolutely phenomenal!

Everything about the stay was exceptional! The property, the location, the amenities, the owners… everything that they had the ability to affect was simply exceptional. The owners were so incredibly attentive and hospitable. We were already planning our next visit before this one was over! Dorothy and Fernando are fantastic. Thank you both for having such a huge positive impact on our honeymoon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

shelley h.

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

house

every thing in very nice, clean and working order
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W., Indiana/USA

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

Fantastic house for couples!

We had a fantastic stay in St. John! The house is exactly as it's presented online; extremely clean, great natural light, stunning views. And the hosts were amazing with tips on where to eat and what to do around the island. The house was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking; and had chairs and a cooler for going out to the beach. The location is super convenient near Coral Bay and easy to get to! It is very quiet at the house and we spent many mornings and evenings watching the water from the porch. I would highly recommend this property to friends and family!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Highly Recommend

My wife and I loved this property, and the owners. They simply covered every detail and are so very friendly as well. The property is lovely in every way. We fell asleep to nothing but ocean sounds every night. We also enjoyed all that the Coral bay side has to offer and we drove to Cruz bay when we wanted. If you are looking for a beautiful home, excellent caretakers, and serenity, book this property!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Charlotte

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

Absolutely fabulous

This cottage was beyond out of this world. Everything made it feel immediately like home. You really should pack light because the amenities from full kitchen equipped for easy cooking and very comfortable bed with bath toiletries . The view is stunning magnificent. Dorothy and Fernando were attentive lovely hosts . She makes a great cappuccino! The use of kayak made snorkeling a breeze ! We would highly recommend this property and Dorothy and Fernando as top notch hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette Z.

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

Fantastic!!!

This rental was outstanding and even exceeded our expectations! If you are thinking about renting this place, don't hesitate. My husband and I have been coming to STJ twice yearly for 20 years, and this is one of the finest rentals on the island. It is well-outfitted, easy to get to, new construction, and best of all, it is right on the ocean. It is all you could want and more! We will definitely be back! Such great hosts, Dorothy and Fernando!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guy H.

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

As good as advertised

Our trip to the Zootenvaal beach cottage was everything we hoped for. The house is wonderful, and we thoroughly enjoyed spending time at this gem of a property. It is isolated enough to allow you to enjoy the tranquillity of St. John, yet only minutes from everything on the island. The waterfront views are beautiful. It is only about 1 mile from Coral Bay, but having that short distance from town allows you to have the opportunity to decompress with peace and quiet. The owners are dedicated to ensuring you enjoy your stay, and have a wealth of knowledge about the island. This wasn’t our first stay with Dorothy and Fernando, and it won’t be our last!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

About the host

Hosted by Dorothy Micheletti

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Fernando is Italian and I come from Colorado. We have lived on St John for over 20 years. Our first home, was La Dolce Vita, also in Coral Bay and also on the water. We used to short term it and do charters on Fernando's beloved "Fernando's Republic", which sadly sank in 2017.

Why they chose this property

Zootenvaal is a very special property on St John and especially on the East side of the island facing National Park Waters. The property has a gentle slop with grass lawn, very rare for St John!

What makes this property unique

Private shared beach between 3 houses.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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