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Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!

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Views of Cruz Bay from Battery Hill pool deck.
Spacious living room with ample seating.
Bright and airy living room.
Updated, renovated kitchen!
New stainless appliances in our bright new kitchen.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4111.5 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay St John, USVI
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!

Great location and outdoor space! Renamed Azure Grotto (formally Rainbows End) and newly renovated bath and kitchen! Walk to ferry, shopping and dining. Azure Grotto is part of the 9 unit Battery Hill Condominiums in Cruz Bay. Situated on the hill near Gallows Point above Cruz Bay, this condo boasts beautiful views of the Pillsbury sound and Cruz Bay town. It is a very relaxing and private way to enjoy tropical living at its best. Beautifully maintained Battery Hill with lush landscaping is just a 5-10 minute walk from downtown with a wide range of restaurant choices and shopping experiences.

Azure Grotto's most unique feature in this complex is the amazing L-shaped deck and covered porch featuring a dining area and lounge area with cooling ocean breezes and a sunning deck. The master bedroom's French doors open to the sun deck with tropical views. This unit is very private and lush and just steps away from the sunny pool area with amazing harbor and ocean views. Conveniently located gas grill and complimentary laundry are available for your use.

Bedroom 1 has a queen bed and bedroom 2 has two twin beds that can convert to a king upon request. Their is a spacious renovated tiled bathroom . The kitchen is also newly renovated with new appliances and is well appointed. The comfortable, updated Island decorated living area has cable Smart TV and high speed wireless internet and is stocked with games and books. Open the double french doors in the living room to the covered porch and deck. This unit is shaded and there are ceiling fans and throughout every room. Both bedrooms and living room are equipped with AC units. Battery Hill has private onsite parking and is just a short walk to town.. Taxis are available if you prefer not to rent a car.

Our experienced on island property manager is available 24/7. They will arrange a virtual check in at your convenience, and guide you to Azure Grotto at Battery Hill. They will share a brief orientation of the unit, the common areas, and St John. They are available to help with any details or questions regarding your stay on St John.

Rate quote is for 2 guests, additional per person guest fees apply.

Welcome to paradise!!!


Keywords: condo, condominium, cruz bay, st john USVI

Property manager

Cynthia Cute

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Their is a possibility of dangerous storms in the Caribbean. It may be necessary/required to evacuate the property in the event a "named" storm.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 in the city centre. 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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Cruz Bay St John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Battery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Private Cruz Bay hilltop location-walk to town-outdoor deck & porch! located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this family-friendly condo building is steps away from St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and Cruz Bay Beach. Virgin Islands National Park is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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

Happy vacationers!

We had an absolutely wonderful time. This condo is very convenient, it was clean, safe, quiet and communications with property manager was good. The pool was nice and was located right outside our condo which was a plus! We would definitely recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Cruz bay

Great location, very comfortable. I would stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

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

Family / adults holiday

Our group of 4, enjoyed the property including the private outdoor covered patio and seating area with beautiful views. We loved to have our morning coffee and enjoy the view. We enjoyed the pool as well and the proximity to the restaurants in Cruz Bay and the taxis to the beaches. We didn’t rent a car and the location was great to walk to restaurants and the taxi stand. We enjoyed the property!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

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

Great condo close to Cruz Bay

Everything you need to fully enjoy St. John is thoughtfully included in this condo. The location is close enough to walk to town, but I would recommend getting a rental Jeep. The condo itself is very clean and includes everything you need while staying in St. John. I highly recommend this condo and would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Great location

We stayed at Rainbow’s End for two weeks.We really enjoyed the small two bed room, beachy condo. We had the windows open the whole time as the breeze was so nice. The condo was very comfortable and perfect for what we were looking for. The location was ideal as it was a short walk to all the restaurants in Cruz Bay. We enjoyed the hill as it was a little workout after eating. If you can’t handle hills, this wouldn’t be the place for you. Battery Hill also had nice amenities such as the pool, the pool deck overlooking Cruz Bay, laundry, and beach chairs. We plan to go in again next year for two weeks as the location was just ideal. We also rented a jeep for the two weeks and the parking was a nice amenity.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia H.

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

Our stay

This was a beautiful spot. The outdoor area was so pretty. The pool was beautiful. We walked in to town every night for dinner. The walk back up the hill was very doable
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick G.

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

Best Vacation in 20 yrs

Enjoyed our time in St John can’t wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great location and amenities

I loved the proximity to Cruz Bay. This was a great place to stay to take day trips around St John and nearby islands. We didn’t rent a car and getting around was easy. The pool is lovely, as is the lanai. St John has some significant energy blackouts during our trip, so the pool provided a great place to cool off.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai M.

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

Peaceful

Beautiful location, minutes from everything.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige S.

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

A Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay at Rainbow’s End. We loved the property, the location, and the beautiful views. We had everything we needed and more. And to top-it-off everyone involved in the process was kind and helpful. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Paradise!

This was our first time visiting St.John and we loved every minute of our vacation. Rainbow's End was the perfect place to stay. Private, nicely decorated, great views, close to town and all of the beaches. Great place to stay!

10/10 Excellent

Tom Q.

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

Close to Cruz Bay

Rainbows End condo fit our needs for our annual St John vacation. Clean, good views of the harbor and easy walking distance to town. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Doug h.

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

Great choice during winter for people with a car

The property was fully equipped and in great shape with plenty of room for a couple or a larger group. It was nice having access to the pool, beach chairs, grill and laundry. We stayed during a very hot time by St John standards, and I expect the condo would be more comfortably cooled by breezes if it wasn't so hot, The property is designed for people with a car, as has lots of parking but is not easily walkable to most places, typically 10-15 minutes one way with some really long and steep hills.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Absolutely wonderful!

Beautiful location with an islandy feel! We will certainly be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C., Michigan

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

Great location!

My husband and I went to St John with another couple and stayed at Rainbow's End. The condo has everything you need and is conveniently located right by the pool. The view was spectacular and we enjoyed relaxing under the covered deck at night. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Cheryl E.

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

Walking distance to restaurants

Close to pier and restaurants. Live music travels up the hill so not quiet until later at night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daryl K.

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

Wonderful Place

We loved everything about our stay here at Battery Hill. Check in/out was super easy. They kept us informed of everything along the way and gave a bunch of suggestions on dining, hiking and anything else we needed. Close to town so we could walk to all the restaurants/bars and didn't have to worry about parking. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Amazing Week of Beaches and Snorkeling

The property is exactly as shown. We started our days with coffee on the pool deck over-looking Cruz Bay. Beach chairs, cooler, and beach bag were all provided. We hit the beaches early every day. We returned in late afternoon to de-brief by the pool with other people staying at the condo. Walked to town for dinner and breakfast a couple times. Would definitely stay here again. Communication with host was excellent. She even mailed a pair of earings to us my daughter had forgotten.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

tracey c.

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

perfect vacation!

Rainbows End was wonderful! The condo had absolutely everything you needed...towels, beach towels, coolers, chairs, noodles and the kitchen was fully stocked with all you needed. My husband and I had the best time in St. John and hope to be back again next year. We would definitely choose Rainbows End again!! Thank you for an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

John S.

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

A nice stay

It’s a nice building, two room place and scenic vistas. I spent little time on the deck but the pool deck is so close and very nice. The pool is very nice but virtually unusable as it’s too cold unheated at this time. The location is up a few steep hills, that worked for us but some may hate it. Very well kept property and they were making updates on our visit.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

Outstanding Home Base for a Visit to St. John

My family loved our stay here. The unit was exactly as described in the listing. Very comfortable and well appointed. High marks for the inside space, the outside deck space, and the pool shared with the rest of complex. Cynthia was very helpful all along the way. Definitely recommend renting a jeep while you are on the island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

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

Another Fantastic Stay!

We had another amazing stay on St. John. This is our second time renting Rainbows End and we love it. They have made upgrades since we were here last which are beautiful. The location, amenities and views are fabulous. For a family of 3 or 4 this a perfect place to call “home”. The owner is so responsive and helpful as well! Thank and we will be back next year 🌞
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K., Atlanta, GA

Second time staying in Rainbows End

We had a wonderful time during our second stay at Rainbows End. Location is perfect if you don't want to rent a car. You're just steps away from the pool. Having a kitchen and access to a grill was perfect to cook in a few nights and eat on the pool deck overlooking Cruz Bay. We love Rainbows End and hope to be back in June of 2015!

10/10 Excellent

John K., North Kingstown, Rhode Island

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

Christmas Vacation

Our family stayed at Estate Enighed over Christmas break. The location was perfect as we were able to walk down into Cruz Bay every night for dinner. The unit was quiet and spacious enough for the four of us. We spent most of our time on the large deck overlooking the bay. The host and property manager were very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K., Atlanta, GA

Perfect family vacation

My husband and I took our two daughters to St. John in July and Rainbows End was perfect for us. We walked every where and did not need a car. The pool is literally outside the door! That was perfect for our kids. My only caution is there are 2 decent hills to climb should you choose to walk up from town so be prepared! We would most definitely stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Cynthia Cute

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We are a family of six and recently moved to Cape Cod after 30 years in Northern Virginia, just outside of Washington DC. We have very busy lives and Rainbows End in Cruz Bay is our escape...a small piece of paradise where you can relax and enjoy the breathtaking outdoors, and we love sharing it with others! It only took us a few visits to St. John with our children to quickly realize St John was a place we would always return to. We love the relaxing peace and beauty of the island and the great vibrant restaurants of Cruz Bay! Hiking and snorkeling off the white sand beaches are by far our favorite activities...there is no place on earth like St. John!

Why they chose this property

Battery Hill is located on the top of the hill looking out over Cruz Bay. Not only does it offer amazing views, it is short stroll into town for shopping and dinning offering the best of both worlds. Rainbows End is a very private unit with GREAT outdoor space, both covered space for your morning coffee or an evening night cap as well as open space for private sunbathing! The complex pool is just a few steps away....it is a private grotto with all the amenities needed in close proximity!

What makes this property unique

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English, French
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