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SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY

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Our BIG BEAUTIFUL POOL filtered by mineral salts, not chlorine. gorgeous setting
Half mile long allee of Royal Palms leads to a little piece of paradise.
Peaceful and virtually private, the beach is groomed daily.
Fantastic views. See and hear the relaxing rhythm of the surf throughout condo
The newly remodeled kitchen includes a fridge with icemaker,

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Christiansted, St Croix
  • Cane Bay
  • Sugar Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Cane Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Christiansted (STX-Henry E. Rohlsen)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Front Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY

EXTRA CLEANING MEASURES ARE BEING TAKEN TO ENSURE GUEST SAFETY
.***ABOUT GENTLE WINDS****
– Gentle Winds is one of St Croix's premier vacation condos. Only 64 units on 45 lush acres. No high-rise. No crowds. (Only about forty units are available to rent; the others are used exclusively as second homes.)
– Located centrally on St. Croix's mostly undeveloped scenic North Shore. Gentle Winds is adjacent to Salt River National Park and Ecological Preserve.

– Restaurants, shopping, marina, diving, kayaking, 18 hole Robert Trent Jones, Jr. golf course just minutes away.
– 15 to 20 minutes from picturesque, historic Christiansted and Frederiksted
– Gentle Winds has one of the island's most beautiful swim and snorkel beaches and is virtually private. There is a safety rope demarcating the sandy bottomed swim area. Lounge chairs and shaded tiki huts are numerous and readily available.
– Enjoy one of St Croix's most beautiful pools, a huge salt water pool (not chlorinated) in a gorgeous setting.
– There are tennis/pickleball courts, a four hole golf practice green, club house with game room, a tiki bar for drinks and lunch, basketball court and pirate-themed children's play area. Sporting equipment like balls, tennis racquets and golf clubs are available to borrow 24-7 for free!
– Peaceful, friendly ambiance, but lots of exciting activities are available close by.
BE SURE TO READ ON FOR DETAILS ABOUT C-1 ITSELF

------------- C-1 IS SPECIAL!----------------
-- C-1 is a first floor end unit with garden room, screened porch and intimate patio – a spacious 1520 square feet. C-1 is one of only about a half dozen units with a patio
-- Cheerful, tropical décor, original works by local artists
-- Stunning views to pool and sea. You can see the breakers from all the rooms except the bathrooms, and land-side bedroom.
-- Direct access to the pool area and the beach; just one step down from the patio and a short stroll across the lawn.
-- Off-street parking right at the front door
-- 2 bedrooms, (1 king, 1 queen) 2 baths, plus queen pull-out sofa in front room .
-- Fully equipped kitchen
-- Side-by-side fridge dispenses ice cubes and crushed ice
-- All linens including beach towels provided
-- Washer/Dryer in unit
-- Ideally sited to capture the refreshing trade winds off the sea. Central A/C if you prefer.
***DIVERSIONS***
-- Large flat screen TV, Apple TV for Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, etc., news, sports, and streaming thousands of movies.
-- Blu-ray / DVD, music, etc., CD and Radio
-- Toys, games, puzzles, books, beach toys, snorkels
-- Coolers and folding beach chairs for your excursions are always at hand in our private storage room

C-1 is the Ideal accommodations for a romantic hideaway or for families with children.
SENIORS: Master bath is senior friendly with grab bars for tub and toilet. Also, being a ground floor unit, C-1 has just a few steps at entry, one step to pool and beach

Property manager

Maresa Fanelli Evans
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian

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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: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
No smoking indoors, please.
PLEASE! CLOSE WINDOWS & DOORS IF YOU RUN THE A/C! If you go out for the day adjust set point to 82 degrees or higher. Electric 5X stateside rate!
Base rate quoted is for 2 guests which is standard in the hospitality industry. There is an extra guest fee of $15 per guest for more than 2 guests

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Christiansted

Located in Christiansted, this condo is on the beach. Salt River Bay National Historical Park and Little Princess Estate reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cruzan Gardens and St. George Village Botanical Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Christiansted, St Croix

What's nearby

  • Salt River Bay National Historical Park - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sugar Beach - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Cane Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Fort Christiansvaern - 15 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Buccaneer Golf Course - 22 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Christiansted (SSB-St. Croix Seaplane Base) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Reine Chicken Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blues Backyard BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars - Kmart - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Yum Yum Fast Food - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SEASIDE CONDO AT LOVELY, SERENE, UNCROWDED GENTLE WINDS - IDYLLIC GETAWAY located?

This Christiansted condo building is on the beach, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Salt River Bay National Historical Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Cane Bay and Little Princess Estate. Sugar Beach and Cruzan Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful condo, very comfortable for our family with teens. So well-stocked, it made our stay relaxing and enjoyable. GW is the perfect mix: spacious condos, hotel amenities, in a quiet and beautiful setting.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nelda A.

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

Cousin beach trip

We had a great experience at this Gentle Winds condo. Beautiful unit with lots of extras. Our hosts went above and beyond. Great central location on the island. Beach & pool area are beautiful and well kept!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

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

Great week at Gentle Winds!

We had a great family week at GW C1! Our hosts were lovely and very responsive to any questions. The property was exactly as described and had everything we needed. We ate breakfast in, ate at the Sunny Shack or elsewhere on the island for lunch and went out various places for dinner. Property is stocked for you to cook all your meals after a visit to the grocery store if you want. Location is great! Beach and pool were perfect for all day or after we explored elsewhere half the day. Centrally located to get to other parts of the island easily. We visited Fredericksted and the west end a couple times, Cane Bay a couple times, Christiansted several times, a trip to the east end and Point Udall with a stop at the Buckaneer Resort for lunch and a visit mid-island to St George Estate for the botanical gardens and former plantation ruins and history. Take a boat ride from Christiansted to snorkel or the sunset cruise we did. So much to do and a wonderful place to make your home away from home! Perfect spot for your visit to St. Croix with wonderful hosts, plenty of room to spread out inside, on the screened in porch or the outside garden seating area. If you like cats, the roaming community cat might visit you in the garden seating or meet you outside the front door!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

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

Xmas

Condo was perfect - very clean and perfect for our family! We loved all the amenities; especially pickle ball!!The location of the unit was very private and great view of beach and pool area !!It was only a short ride to cane bay and Christiansted !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill H.

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

Great property!

We really enjoyed our stay at Gentle Winds. The condo itself is well decorated and in a great location. Robert and Maresa are prompt and detailed - checkin and checkout were a breeze. The central location was amazing for us, as we left everyday to check out new beaches, hike and explore different places on the island. The only feedback I’d give is that Gentle Winds in general was an older community, and the beach isn’t super accessible (pretty rocky and the waves can be a bit strong on the north side). We weren’t welcomed by some of the other owners and were told we were outsiders when trying to stay on the beach under a tiki hut.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave L.

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

St. Croix vacation

Property is in a great location on the island. Nice beach and pool with a beach bar. We would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicki B.

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

Relaxing Getaway

This is a charming condo in a great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D.

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

Fantastic.

Stayed in Unit C1. Hope to go back and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leisa G.

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

Wonderful property and location

My husband, 2 grandchildren and I recently returned from St. Croix. The condominium and property were exactly what we were wanting for our vacation. It was very quiet and uncrowded. The pool and beach area are beautiful and the bar/grill is very convenient. We would definitely return to Gentle Winds condominium.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

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

Island Life

Great experience at this property.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen P.

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

Totally great

Great location, excellent host! St. Croix is always as relaxing as you want it to be and Gentle Winds condos are amazing. The beach is great. Nick and his crew at the Snack Shack are wonderful. If you go to St. Croix, Big Beards for a 1/2 day snorkel to Buck Island is a must!! Also at least one meal at the Chicken Shack.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn K.

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

Amazing Property!

Perfect grounds, 30 second walk to pool, pool bar and beautiful beach. Open floor plan with amazing view of the sea.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika T., Cincinnati

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

Perfect!

Loved everything about our stay. The condo had everything we could need and more. The pool, beach and grounds were beautiful. The hosts were so thoughtful. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annette S., Ogden usa

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

St Croix Paradise

Gentle Winds is a beautiful property. There was two days of our vacation that we didn’t even leave the property it is that nice. Loved the beach area on the property and the pool and the beach shack for lunch and drinks. Such a relaxing vacation. Robert and Maresa were wonderful hosts, took care of any concerns we had promptly. Would definitely stay here again. Hopefully soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

William L.

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

Beautiful place, not crowded.

Nice condo, dishwasher kept stopping though!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joyce S., Mullica Hill, NJ

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

Fantastic Property

The property had all the comforts of home with spectacular views that totally made our week more enjoyable. Just a very short walk to the pool and beautiful beach. As an extra bonus, we were able to enjoy the excellent food and cocktails daily at The Sunny Shack! We would certainly recommend this rental and look forward to returning again someday in the future. Communication with the owner/manager was excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy A.

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

Wonderful exerience!

This condo was lovely, clean, well appointed and the location is amazing! Great hosts-easy to communicate with and they were very supportive. Gentle Winds is a perfect vacation community. Big salt water pool, fun beach shack that serves drinks and beautiful beach. We rented 4 condos in this community for a family reunion. The amenities were perfect for all ages-basketball court, tennins/pickle ball court/playground and shuffleboard and more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

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

Perfect!

The longer we stayed and ventured out, we quickly realised we picked the best spot! With its own swimming pool, which is very nice by the way, and private beach that has shade spots with chairs, also the food/bar shack has some of the best food that we found! At the end of the day if you stay here you don’t need to leave! Well, go do the buck island tour but only thru big bearded adventure(shout out)!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID C.

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

Beautiful views

Our condo was so well stocked. Marisa’s notes were very helpful. The people who cleaned off the sea weed from the beach did a fabulous job. Loved the pool. The. View out our window was spectacular!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

A Little Slice of Paradise

We absolutely loved our stay at Gentle Winds C1 condo. The condo was equipped with everything you could possible need for a relaxing vacation. The breeze was wonderful we didn't need the air-conditioner and felt very comfortable. The condo was exactly as described. The pool, beach and the Sunny Shack made it feel as though we were at a resort. We did rent a jeep which we used to explore St. Croix's history, culture and beautiful beaches. Still much more left to see and do. Looking forwrd to our next stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caity L.

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

Had Everything we Needed in Paradise!

At Gentle Winds, we found exactly what we needed for a relaxful vacation. The condo was in a good location on the island, the pool, beach and grounds well cared for. The unit itself comes fully stocked with everything you need to cook or to go to the beach! It is a little older of a unit, but again well maintained with newer appliances. We had some contact with the host during our stay and they were amazing in response time. Overall, I would highly recommend this home to family or for two couples traveling together (both bedroom were ensuites which is always a plus!). Thank you for sharing your home with us and giving us the best time in St. Croix!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melody H.

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

Gorgeous Getaway!

What a gorgeous condo and property. We arrived later than expected and when we arrived at Gentle Winds, immediately we were in awe of how beautiful the condo was. Sparkling clean and a perfect location. We enjoyed the beautiful pool every single day after trips to beaches around the island (be prepared to drive to them, though). Everything was there for us-and I mean everything - a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of clean towels, wash cloths, toiletries, everything! From the minute we booked, Maresa provided us with excellent information to make the trip amazing. Don't hesitate to book. You will not be disappointed. We loved it!! Thank you Meresa!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob P.

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

Amazing Condo and Condo Complex

We stayed at the condo including 3 adults and 2 children. The children shared the entry room with pull out bed. The owners are very responsive to any needs you have during your stay. The condo was perfect for the 5 us and did not feel crowded at all. The sun room and exterior garden area are a huge benefit over other condos in the property. We enjoyed the complex and it is very good for all types of travelers. For us, having the uncrowded pool and beach area for the kids without ever having to worry about them was a huge bonus. It's such a private and secure setting. The north side of St Croix is where the tourists tend to stay and being in the middle of the island has its benefits. It's easy to go to one side or the other on day excursions. Even staying at the complex was great. I highly recommend everything about this unit and location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

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

Wonderful trip with family and friends

I don’t want to say too many good things about Gentle Winds because I’m afraid it’ll become too popular for us to book again! Bill and Meresa’s place was perfect. Impeccably clean. Great view. Stocked well with everything we could need plus lots of leftover supplies from previous renters. Beautiful view of ocean. Loved falling asleep to the sound of waves. The beach and beach shack (food and drinks right there!) were perfect. We didn’t use the pool, but it looked great. Loved Maresa’s notes about feeding the hummingbirds and cats. We enjoyed watching the birds every morning on the screened in porch. This was a perfect vacay during Covid because everything is outside! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

VacationMomma

We had an absolute amazing time at this condo. My family fit comfortably. The Condo has a King bed which slept my husband and I, a Queen which slept my teen and my 7 YO, and a sofa pullout bed which was comfortable enough for my 16 YO. The condo is located directly in front of the pool, the beach and the beach shack. It was a short walk to all these amenities and made it easy to peak out the window and check on my kids (I could see the pool from the condo). The condo is located in a very serene location surrounded by lush mountains and the ocean. We made several trips away from the condo because there is so much to see and do in St Croix but it was nice to come "home" to our amazing "backyard" to relax and enjoy some yummy food and drinks from the Beach Shack. Very family friendly, grocery store (Food Town) was less than 2 miles away, also 12 minutes away from the Cane Bay Beach area which had great snorkeling and great restaurants in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maresa Fanelli Evans

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Dr. Evans is a native Cruzan but has lived in Ohio for the last 30 years. We have been visiting St Croix every year and finally found the ideal retirement getaway.

Why they chose this property

Gentle Winds is ideally situated, close to points of interest, restaurants and shopping. It has one of the nicest beaches and is in one of the loveliest areas of the island, the beautiful North Shore .
C-1 is a spacious end unit, freshly decorated and has a bright, light, cheerful tropical decor.

What makes this property unique

C-1 is special because it is an end unit with a garden room which gives it an expansive feel. It also has a little patio as well as a screened porch (known as a 'gallery' locally) accessible from the living room and the master bedroom. With only nine buildings and a total of 66 units, there is a neighborly atmosphere and every one is friendly yet there is a sense of privacy.

Languages:

English, French, Italian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests