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Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John!

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A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, wicker furniture, and a view of a mountainous landscape.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden wardrobe, two wicker chairs, a window with a view, and a ceiling fan.
A stone house with a blue gate and a blue-framed window.
A room with a table covered in a floral tablecloth, a chair, and a wall with a decorative painting.
A room with a glass table, wicker chairs, a sofa with floral cushions, and built-in shelving with storage bins.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Feels like home
    Guests love the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Virgin Islands National Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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St. John, USVI
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Emmaus Moravian Church
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ajax Peak
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

+1
1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

St. John

Located in Upper Carolina, a neighbourhood in St. John, this apartment is in the mountains. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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St. John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Emmaus Moravian Church - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ajax Peak - 1 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Sapphire Beach - 51 min drive - 24.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Roti King Foodtruck - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Shambles - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John!?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Conveniently Located, Clean, Cozy Retreat: Complete Enjoyment of St John! located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hurricane Hole and Virgin Islands National Park. Ajax Peak and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 2 miles (3 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. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely great

We loved staying at Marcia’s home, is a pleasure second time and won’t be the last. Thank you
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming home

Very charming home. Felt a bit like glamping but we had everything we needed and the owner was very easy to communicate with. We stayed for 2 weeks and it went fast!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unique Island Experience

Utterly charming, perfectly located, spacious apartment with all amenities required. We loved the open air accommodation and wrap around porch. Marcia was an outstanding hostess who knows the island well. The information folder that was provided covered everything about the place and accurately set expectations for the surrounding neighborhood. Will certainly stay here again on our next trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Archival

8/10 Good

The perfect spot for a great vacation

We stayed a week at Island Vibes, a truly delightful place. It is bright, colorful, and well equipped. A wonderful constant island breeze blowing through the house kept us cool and almost mosquito free. Marcia and Sam were the perfect hosts, answering all our questions and making sure we were comfortable. We would definitely go back to revisit this quieter side of the island with its beautiful bays, friendly wildlife, and interesting people.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

home away from home

So cute and comfortable. Love the open air through all the screen and wrap around porch. The bathroom is so fun - love it being outside. Marcia was a great host - always ready to help with anything, if necessary. A real pleasure to stay at her place. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay!

My husband and i stayed here for a week. The property and room are beautiful, clean, and safe, with all windows open and screened to let the lovely air in, and everything you could possibly need in terms of cooking supplies. The outdoor shower is gorgeous and very private. It's a bit off the beaten path, but we much prefer the quiet and nature to being in town. Marcia was an incredible host and really went above and beyond for us. A very short drive to dolphin market, skinny legs, and salt pond bay (fantastic snorkeling). We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Holiday delight

Cozy comfort and relaxation made easy at this beautiful property. Our host, Marcia, took care to ensure our complete satisfaction, promptly responding to our occasional needs for adventure suggestions and directions. The location feels very private yet is close to the conveniences of “town”. Coral Bay is charming and laid back— much more island vibes than busy buzzy Cruz Bay (which is also lovely). Morning sunshine and ocean breezes fill the entire cottage including the outdoor shower on the deck. What a treat. Seemed lavish for a very affordable accommodation- relative to other options on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The getaway of our dreams

Our stay in Marcia's studio was everything we were looking for. The house was just perfect for our little family and had everything we needed. Marcia was so gracious and very attentive. She brought over a beautiful Gibson guitar when she learned that I played which was such a treat. Marcia's was very informative and helpful in navigating the island and all that it had to offer. The outside tiled shower was one of our favorite features. Such a cool space! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thumbs up

Miriam & Sam are great hosts that communicated well from start to finish. Great property right off Centerline Road. Definitely need SUV and preferably 4WD. Jeep 4WD rentals companies are steps away from the ferry dock at STT. Only cautionary comment is to bring industrial strength DEET 40% insect repellent. The no-see-ems on St. John and parts of St. Thomas are tough. Overall, we loved our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary trip

My husband and I had such an enjoyable experience here. I was a little nervous about the outdoor bathroom but it was quite private and now I want an outdoor shower. 😁🚿 The location is great and easily accessible to everything. The kitchen has all of the amenities you need to make any meal. The King size bed was very comfortable. The property manager was very nice and helpful with our “issue” of wanting the shower water cooler (our issue, not an issue with the rental). All in all, a wonderful anniversary trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A true island home experience!

We loved this place, it was even better than expected. Marcia and Whitni were both very helpful and friendly. The house is ideally located in Coral bay, short drive to the beach. My kids loved their stay there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coral Bay Gem

What an amazing place! Marcia's warm hospitality and attention to detail made this the perfect stay for our family. Kitchen is well stocked with amenities for preparing meals from morning coffee to a grilled dinner. Coral Bay restaurants are in immediate distance if you want to go out to eat or drink or shop at the local grocery store. The outdoor bathroom and shower are so refreshing after a day at the beach! And the porch! Our 9 year old did not miss a tv as we spent evenings on the porch, enjoying the island breezes and playing board games and with toys provided at the property. Roosters and goats can be heard at all times of the day but that's what a true STJ experience is all about. We can't thank Marcia enough for making our stay and STJ vacation absolutely perfect and we can't wait to get back!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Coral Bay Property

Marcia is the best host! Place is cute open air house. Perfect week stay! Views are nice, sunrises beautiful, perfect for making in house meals. Excursions and restaurants right near you.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Island vibe

The name of the cottage says it all. A beautiful, laid back experience. Marcia is a great host with a wealth of Island knowledge
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Breezy Ocean View Vacation

I really enjoyed staying upstairs at this location. The apartment was well stocked with everything you need to enjoy your Coral Bay experience. Close to good restaurants and secluded beaches. Remote and less visited snorkel and sunbathing spots nearby. Hike to the Northshore, grab a bus to the Southshore or drive east to Haulover Bay. The ever present mosquitoes can be eliminated inside with the supplied “Zapper” but sitting at the loo outside requires that you are adept at swatting the buggers when they come. The shower is lovely and cooking meals is easy. Covered porches with chairs and tables provide wonderful relaxation spots. Spent nine days in December and slept well with netting and fans.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location/place

Was a great getaway at Marcia’s property. Relaxing and great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

The place exceeded my expectations. Quiet, relaxing, with wonderful breezes throughout the apt. We had a great time on St. John and part of that was this lovely rental. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

True island home experience!

Loved this place! True island style home experience with everything we needed and nothing we didn’t. Unplug and get connected in this very quiet, rural Coral Bay neighborhood just a short drive to many amazingly beautiful beaches. Nature abounds in this place! Donkeys, goats, chickens, lizards and the neighborhood cat are all part of the experience of the real St. John. Owner and property manager were a pleasure to communicate with, very friendly and accommodating. Everything was very accurately described and was exactly what we were looking for. If you want a fancy hotel then this isn’t for you. I honestly think you’ll get more out of St. John by staying in a place like this. Stunning island cottage, perfect for myself and my two teenage sons. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Coral Bay Stay

Marcia is a truly lovely person and wonderful host. She is quick to communicate and shared lots of tips and suggestions about St John to make our time special, and was even able to provide beach items like chairs, coolers, and umbrellas. The property was clean and spacious, well ventilated, and well cared for and we’d happily stay again. Enjoy!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location

The location is wonderful!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

30 year anniversary trip

This property and manager were great!! We loved staying in Coral Bay....much quieter and much less less hectic!! Be sure to check out Lucy’s on Thursday nights for open mic night where all the locals hang out! Manager lives next door.....she is available if needed but leaves you alone! Very relaxing vacation!!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully low key location

Beautiful Caribbean vibes in a lovely neighborhood. Marcia was lovely and had so many good recommendations. Place is airy and clean with a beautiful view from the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute Little Spot

Great Little spot. Cute house very clean with two separate studios, one on each floor. Nice view, covered porches. Road was a bit rough and we did have some sand flies and a few mosquitos in the bathroom.. But that said great spot, good location, fun little neighborhood, would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

The property was very clean and tidy. Perfect location for us as we were interested in the less busy area of Coral Bay. Communication was extremely easy and the property manager was so nice to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Island getaway

Host Marcia is very attentive and helpful with tips and advice for first time visitors to St. John . The home is spacious, clean, and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
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