A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views!

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An infinity pool with clear blue water, white columns, and wicker furniture under a wooden roof, overlooking a scenic ocean view.
A spacious living area with a television, wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a view of the mountains.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden cabinets, and a stone backsplash.
A scenic view of a coastal area with a clear blue sea, a beach, and lush greenery.
A spacious living area with a large wicker sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a stone fireplace. There are arched windows providing a view of the ocean.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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East End
  • Place, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Trunk Bay
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪92 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Den

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Great Room

Toilet

Pool Deck

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is by the sea. 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. Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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East End

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument - 1 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 35 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Trunk Bay - 40 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 40 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Omar’s Dockside
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬27 min drive
  • Pirates Bight

Frequently asked questions

Does A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views!?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views! on 13 Sept 2027 start from AU$11,576, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Special Piece of Paradise - Fabulous North Shore Views! located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Virgin Islands National Park. Hurricane Hole and Privateer Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts are great and this is an amazing home.We had to adjust by one day on the front and back and they graciously allowed us to do that.Pictures fail to capture what a cool spot this is with timeless architecture and every convenience. Kitchen is well stocked and super well organized.Great diving all around. Love the East End.Great moonrise over Tortolla. We had a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome Place

Our favorite place that we have ever stayed at! It was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2021
We are very happy that you had such a wonderful time at our home Hoping to see you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular property in very private area

The property is stunning. The layout offers a good deal of privacy if travelling with multiple groups, and the kitchen is very well appointed with everything you could need to meal prep while there
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2025
We are delighted that you enjoyed your visit to Andara! The view of Tortolla and the Sir Francis Drake channel is what brought us to the East End to build Andara and we love being able to share it with our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Living in a postcard

This was an amazing house and an amazing setting. It was breathtakingly scenic, quiet and spacious.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2024
We also love the peace and beauty of the East End, that's why we built Andara. The view of the Sir Francis Drake Channel and Tortolla while relaxing on the deck never gets old. We are very happy that you you enjoyed your stay at our home!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best overall experience of a stay I’ve ever had

From the excellent greeter to the house amenities. I could haven’t asked for a better stay and experience. I’ve stayed mostly on the north shore before this but the experience I had will have me returning to this villa very soon
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2025
We are so happy that you enjoyed your entire experience visiting our home, Andara! The north shore is a truly beautiful place to be able to relax and enjoy St. John. We are looking forward to seeing you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding

Awesome place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jan 2023
We are very happy that you enjoyed your time at our home! We hope you brought back many lasting memories!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful setting

We had a great 2 week vacation. House is beautiful and on a very peaceful part of island away from town. The owner was very helpful in process till we met with Manager who showed us home. Great views, beautifully kept pool and House. Look forward to next trip.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet R&R

Nice home, very quite and peaceful stay. If you don't mind the drive to the east end and some of the rough edges on that end of the island. Home is as advertised.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2020
We are happy that you enjoyed the peace and quiet of our home, Andara. We built Andara on the remote side of St. John to get away from the bustle of town. We love to sit and enjoy the quiet while watching the boats sailing down the Sir Francis Drake channel .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible house

This house was just spectacular. Not a better view on STJ. We loved it and will definitely be back. Perfect for three couples! The hosts were terrific. Thank you for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet neighborhood and amazing views

The heated pool is a great size and has amazing view of the ocean. House is situated so the really crazy winter winds from east are a bit blocked where the house is situated. 1 mile from Haulover bay is great snorkeling and nice morning walk area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2023
We are so happy you enjoyed your stay at Villa Andara. Those view never gets old!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Improvements needed

Great property, excellent views. Maintenance needs work, and management company has much room for improvement.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exquisite

Just came back from beautiful St. John. This property is absolutely stunning. The house is clean, has everything you need, and just plain perfect. The views are spectacular. After a day of beach going and swimming, the beds were welcoming and comfortable. It was very clear that the owners really take pride in their property and have everything there that you could possibly need for a relaxing stay. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Sept 2023
We are so happy that you you enjoyed your stay at our home Andara! We chose the East End of St. John for Andara because we fell in the love with the views and laid back pace. Looking forward to seeing you in the future!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Reward for Living

If you are looking for a world class, restfull vacation, then this villa is perfect for you. Natural beauty abounds, picture postcard beaches just a short ride away, starlit nights...... The villa itself has every possible amenity; one of our favorites are those outdoor showers. Thanks to the satellite, we were even able to catch the NFL playoff games under the gazebo with Tortola's twinkling lights in the background! We'll be back!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Andara was lovely. The East End is remote and fabulous. We would return to this area of St. John as well as to Andara upon future visits. The villa was spacious, clean, and well appointed. Signature Villas got us acquainted to the home, and were easily available through out the week. A Jeep is a necessity due to the nature of the entry way/driveway. The first few attempts were heart pounding, but then we got used to it. Our family loved the pool and the outdoor showers. We used the hot tub too at night. It was a pleasure working with the owner during the booking process. We made reservations only a few weeks before our stay, and they responded to us promptly. Over all we had a fantastic time, and would return to this lovely spot in heaven. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Breath taking location

This was one of the most beautiful places I have ever stayed. The location is a bit remote, and you do have to adjust a bit to the roads in St. John, but it was well worth it. The house was beautiful and clean. The outside space is where we spent most our time. It had plenty of space and was very well equipped. It was nice to have chairs and a cooler to bring to the beach. The views of Tortola and Drakes passage are amazing. We could not get enough and want to come back next year for 2 weeks. St. John is a wonderful Island and the people were friendly and kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2024
We are very happy that you enjoyed your time at our home, Andara! We chose to build Andara on the East End for the beauty and peace we found there. Looking forward to having you return and enjoy our little piece of paradise!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

8 Days in Paradise

Absolutely stunning property. The views are magnificent. The property is beautifully maintained. The outdoor are area was our favorite spot. The outdoor showers were fantastic after a long day in the sun. Waking up in the morning to the beautiful water view is incredible. The only cons were the driveway. Which is unbelievably steep. If anyone in your party has any mobility issues this is not the place for you. Travel very light as you will need to bring luggage to your vehicle. I would definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing side of island

Plenty of space to spread out if multiple couples. All bedroom suites are king size with double sink vanities and outdoor showers. Thanks be suite is a casita with a great view of the ocean. Beds are pretty comfortable. The pool area is what sold us when we booked and the pics delivered. Great size pool and always a shady area in case don’t want sun all the time. Used the outdoor living area all the time as well as the outdoor TV. Missing outdoor dining area but that didn’t stop us from eating outside. Nice size grill. Kitchen had spices, storage containers and really well appointed. And loved the washer/dryer.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2021
We are so happy that you enjoyed your time at our home, Andara! We always want our guests to be able to relax and have a wonderful time while they are staying on St. John and have tried to do as much as possible to make that happen. The pool and gazebo are also our favorite place to enjoy the views and watch the sailboats passing by. We look forward to being able to host you again!
Archival

4/10 Poor

exhausted

If you want to admire a beautiful home, enjoy the view and are physically fit this is the villa for you. It being our first time in St John it was disappointing how inconvenient the location was to Cruz Bay & the beaches. My husband didn't feel comfortable tacking the vertical driveway so we hiked up and down with bags & groceries. This villa is not for elderly or handicapped, my husband has a heart condition and I was worried about him the whole trip. By all means make sure you have a full tank of gas it is a 45 minute drive to Cruz Bay and closest gas station.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Dear "Exhausted", Thank you for taking the time to provide us with feedback on your recent stay at Andara. We’re thrilled that you found the villa to be a beautiful home and enjoyed the view, at the same time we want to sincerely apologize that your stay was not exceptional due to the location of the villa. Please know that your feedback is important to us as we want our guests to have a wonderful experience on St. John. Your booking of our home was made through your travel agent, not VRBO. We don’t know what your travel agent told you about St. John, but since this was your first trip to our beautiful island I hope they made you aware of the geography of the Virgin Islands. A visit to our website, the link is on VRBO, has several photos along with our building blog that would have made the location of the villa very clear. Andara was constructed to take advantage of the peaceful & natural beauty that the East End affords enabling our guests to get away from it all. St John is a rugged island and it is those mountains that provide such expansive views. We are sorry that you did not contact us through VRBO prior to booking your trip through your travel agent. We would have been more than happy to answer any questions that you may have had about St. John and Andara, including the location of some nice East End beaches within a few minutes of the villa that we enjoy and are also on our map on VRBO. While unfortunate, St. John currently only has one gas station and it's on the Cruz Bay side so we suggest getting a full tank of gas for our guests staying on the east side of the island even though it is only 11 miles away. Regards, “Andara”
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Devine Abode

This home was built with Heaven in mind. We have been lucky to visit Villa Andara on two different occasions. When I am not here I am dreaming of my return. The home is exquisite. Every detail has been thought out. If you are not the adventurous type; no worries, there isn't a reason to leave. The impeccable view is panoramic, the infinity pool transcends you into a state of ecstasy. The luxurious outdoor showers that overlook the intertwined vines of the flora allow for a refreshing yet invigorating feel unlike any experience. The kitchen is gourmet all the way. You will enjoy cooking in it or if you are really lucky watching someone cook for you in this state of the art kitchen. If this home is a budget stretch for you, go for it! You will not be disappointed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at Villa Andara in 3 years. The Villa, its location on a quiet hill top on the East end, and the spectacular views it has to offer made our second stay at Villa Andara just as memorable as our first. The Villa is an amazing place to stay and for us, is just about the only place we would stay on St. John. The view of Tortola and the bay separating St. John from the British Virgin Islands are breathtaking. While at the villa we always choose to cook simple meals and dine poolside and soak in the amazing views. The infinity pool and jacuzzi offer the same views which are nothing short of inspiring. During our stay at Villa Andara, we had a close call with Hurricane Erin; thankfully the storm took a sharp turn to the north and only grazed us with its outer bands providing the Island with much needed rain. During the storm, we lost power for 15 hours. However, Villa Andara is equipped with a self-starting whole-house generator which provided us with electricity throughout the storm. The AC and entire villa remained fully functional which kept us comfortable and able to enjoy some family time inside while the storm passed. The villa is well equipped with most of what you will need for a day at the beach as well. There are beach chairs, an on-property ice machine and a cooler to take some food with you on beach excursions. There is a built-in gas grill poolside and the indoor kitchen is fully equipped. We give Villa Andara 5 stars!!
View from the pool looking towards the west at sunset.
View looking east with a glimpse of the pool and gazebo.
View of Villa Andara from the street above the Villa.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Luxurious, Peaceful Retreat

Firstly, I want to thank the owner, Andy, for being incredibly helpful - not only in the booking process, but was also quick to answer our email questions when applicable. The home is impeccably designed, comfortable, and well thought-out, not to mention beautifully appointed. We were looking for a very relaxing vacation with downtime, spectacular views, and wonderful outdoor spaces - and this property offered exactly what we were hoping for! We had the foresight to pick up groceries over on St. Thomas (less expensive and more options) before taking the ferry over to St. John. A four-wheel drive vehicle is nearly mandatory to navigate the island - and the driveway :) By the way - despite what you may be told, don't back down the driveway. It is very daunting at first, but is easily mastered. Coral Bay (about 15 mins drive) offers a couple simple, beachy restaurants/bars and a small grocery store for necessities. We made the majority of our meals at the property. The kitchen is very well-stocked with every amenity you may need. When looking for this type of vacation in future, Villa Andara will be our first choice. Thank you, Andy & Dara, for sharing your amazing home! Dean & Gwen
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We are so delighted that you enjoyed Andara & St. John as much as we do! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A private, remarkable sanctuary!

The drive from Cruz Bay to the villa is roughly 45min on windy roads but the villa greeter is fantastic and the drive is beautiful. If you want seclusion and untouched beauty this villa and location are for you. If you want local bars you can walk to and a grocery store 5 min away, this is not for you. The Villa is even more breathtaking than the pictures, which I didn't think would be possible. It is very calm and quiet with only maybe 4 other houses on Dreeket's Bay Road. The driveway as mentioned is very steep but completely manageable and if you aren't comfortable with it you can easily park at the top of the driveway and walk down. We traveled with another couple (so all four of us are between 39-45 yrs old). It was intended to be a quiet adult vacation (though the villa is great for kids as well as the pool is large enough and they provide some water and sand toys). My husband and I stayed in the POD and it was fantastic while our friends stayed in the upstairs bedroom in the house. The beds were all comfortable and the AC worked very well. The kitchen is fantastic (could use a few more pieces of silverware) and the view while cooking is tremendous. You can use the remote to hide the TV so the windows aren't obstructed, which we promptly did upon arrival and never brought it back up. Outdoor space was devine! Just below the villa (by car - 2 minutes) is a path you can take to get to Haulover Bay. You can snorkel there and if you have a keen eye, from the driveway you can see turtles swimming in that bay. There is fresh conch there and the coral is untouched. Love City Grocery store is about 10min away and has all you could need for a quick grocery trip however it is a little "rough" looking from the outside. Fortunately Calabash Market opened in Nov 2013 and is very clean and more visually appealing. Love City was fine and we purchased from there but we preferred to go a little bit further (another 5min toward Salt Pond) to restock. In Cruz Bay is the only gas station and they have a great market - Starfish market is expansive and super clean/modern. We tried a few restaurants: Aqua Bistro, Shipwreck Landing and Chateau Bordeaux. Chateau Bordeaux was hands down our favorite (a shout out to Lorelei and Neshell!) We also had one "fancy" dinner out at Zozo's in Caneel Bay. Very nice, great ambiance (expensive though but you're on vacation!). In the end it was all we dreamed it would be! Thank you Andy and Dara!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Andara and hope that you created wonderful lifelong memories. It is great to be able to share our passion for St John and the East End! Additional silverware is enroute :) We look forward to your return!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The house itself is probably the nicest I have ever stayed at. Everything top of the line!! The only problem was that the driveway, even for St John standards, could NOT BE PARKED IN, because of the extremely steep slope and low ground clearance for our vehicle an SUV with limited clearance. The host should have advised ALL POTENTIAL RENTERS that ONLY a high ground clearance such as a JEEP could possibly be parked in the parking spot. We had to park in the roadway and walk down the rather treacherous STEPS on the side of the driveway that were not flat and not very wide. We counted 56 steps from parking on the roadway to the house with a significant vertical climb. This took a toll on us since we are older and it made getting in and out of the house, with luggage, groceries etc, very difficultThe thing that concerns me the most is that it appears that the photos of the property INTENTIONLY left out the problem with the driveway and driveway staircase since there were no or limited views of the driveway and staircase. AGAIN, with that being said the house itself was absolutely top notch, first class all the way. The poll and outdoor living area had an incredible view which was also first class!!!Wonderful place, just wish we'd have known about the driveway and steps so at least we could have rented two jeeps to be able to park there.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A our fourth time to the east end, our third property and BY FAR the best. Everything we could have wanted or needed and more. Joe and Maria were welcoming and helpful. Loved every minute. Even the rain. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome home!!

We stayed as a family of 4 - this home was absolutely as advertised and beautiful. Wonderfully stocked kitchen - we had a private chef 3 nights who also loved it. Pool was great - we had it heated for our stay! It is on the east end so if you are going to go out to eat every night it is a trek to restaurants. We loved the privacy and quietness of where the home is at.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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