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Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS!

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Exterior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, St John
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS!

Summary:
Just a 5-minute drive from Cruz Bay, Castaways Villa provides a convenient yet tranquil retreat with spectacular views of Chocolate Hole Bay. This two-story town-house offers a spacious escape ideal for families or groups of friends.

The Space:
Upon entering the town-house you'll find that most of the home is centrally located on the ground floor. To the left down the entry hallway is a King bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. To the right, the heart of the home features an open floor plan with a well-appointed kitchen, a half bath, a dining area for 8, and a comfortable living room with a top-notch entertainment system. Ten-foot ceilings and large glass doors leading to the patio enhance the open and airy ambiance, perfect for cooking or relaxing. You can choose to turn off the AC and enjoy the beach views and sounds or keep the doors closed to cool down after a sunny day.

As you head up the stairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms. The first features two queen beds, an en-suite bathroom, and a balcony with seating. Further down the hall, and slightly more private, is the Deluxe King Suite, which boasts a balcony with breathtaking ocean views. All bedrooms in the villa come equipped with smart TVs, ceiling fans, AC, and beautiful en-suite bathrooms.

Guest Access:
Base Price & Additional Guests:
To make it more affordable for smaller parties, the base price accommodates up to four guests. For each additional guest, there is a fee of $50 per person, per night. Please inform us of any changes to your party size, as we need to update your reservation accordingly. If guests arrive with more people than stated in your reservation, we will charge for the additional guests before check-in.

Safety & House Rules:
For safety and to ensure house rules are being followed, there are Ring door cameras in place.

Check-In Process:
BOOKVI makes the Self Check In process very easy for its guests! We will be in contact with you throughout your travel day for any questions that may come up. A guided check in can be scheduled upon request.

The Neighborhood:
This location is a true gem, with beach access just 50 yards from your back porch. Close to town yet serene and peaceful, you can enjoy morning walks to collect beautiful shells, take an evening dip, or spend the day paddle boarding, kayaking, and snorkeling.

Getting Around:
BOOKVI highly recommends renting a 4-wheel drive vehicle for navigating the terrain on St. John. We can provide a list of trusted local rental companies and also have a few villa vehicles available. Please inquire with the BOOKVI Team about options!

Other Things to Note:
All Guests will receive a contract for signature in order to finalize the booking. Once your flight is booked, please provide your flight information to help us plan your arrival. We can assist with arranging private transportation from the airport to the villa, private taxi service, boat charters, private chefs, and spa services. Guests can expect a few emails to help with your vacation planning. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John!

Interaction with Guests:
Castaways Villa is managed by BookVI, an island concierge service that is readily available to help with guests needs, whether it be dinner reservations, boat charters, or rental gear for trips to the beach. There is also a property management service on-call for any maintenance needs.

Property manager

Brandon Gresham
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Explore all the area has to offer with cycling, mountain climbing and rock climbing.
Map
Cruz Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 7.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Castaways Villa- Steps from the Beach, Kayaks & SUPS! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole and Hart Bay are also within 15 minutes.

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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dean D.

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

St. John stay

We enjoyed our stay at this villa. Very clean, good location, and excellent communication with management. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Amazing Place

We absolutely loved our stay in St. John on Chocolate Hole! The condo was clean, very spacious and the team was so responsive and amazing to work with! Highly recommend and would absolutely stay there again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

pablo h., Brooklyn

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

Great Property

This villa is great. Well appointed and spacious. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Patrick K.

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

Relaxing

Very spacious and quite with easy access to the rest of the island!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

Remote Island Getaway

We couldn't have found a more perfect spot! This had everything we needed and Brandon made sure no details were left out.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Lovely time in a peaceful location

The property was brand new and very clean. It was a lovely accommodation that suited the needs of our extended family beautifully. We were happy to spend our brief vacation at a home close to town and well-appointed.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sierra B., Somerville MA

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

exceeded all expectations

Everything about this stay was better than expected -the host was friendly and went above and beyond with local recommendations and assistance, the host was immaculately clean and well stocked, and the beach was just flawless. Would absolutely come back, with friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janessa M.

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

Fabulous Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Casta Villa. The condo was beautifully decorated. The bedrooms were fabulous as well as the main living space. We loved paddle boarding right off the beach. There is wildlife everywhere, iguanas, DEER, hermit crabs and more. The location is perfect too! So many beautiful memories were made here. We Look forward to staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Sheila

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

St. John Villa Rental

Castaway Villa is a beautiful, new property. The rooms are spacious and everything is new. We found it hard to find as it is in a nondescript area and the entrance road is not marked. There is a beach area but the Villa is not on a beach front. Had beach equipment, an electric grill, outdoor seating, and resident iguanas right outside our door! Convenient location.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

Holiday in Paradise

The house is located just a few yards from the beach. We could sit in the house or on the back porch and watch the water and the boats in Chocolate Hole Bay. It was great having a paddle board to take into the bay and watch the turtles swim by. The house is close to Cruz Bay and travelling to the North Shore beaches was no problem. The only drawback is the huge pit in the front of the house that was a safety concern. It needs to be filled in or fenced off,
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Great place

Condo was just as listing described. Clean very spacious like new condition. Location was great. Met all of our needs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Brandon Gresham

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests