A rare find — sleep on the water in this unique houseboat stay.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Secret Harbor
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Patio
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Laundry room
Non-smoking
Explore the area
St. Thomas
American Yacht Harbor
Place, American Yacht Harbor
1 min walk
Secret Harbor
Place, Secret Harbor
14 min walk
Sapphire Beach
Place, Sapphire Beach
3 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
25 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
aft cabin
1 Double Bed
Forward cabin
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Yacht in the Virgin Islands
Welcome to our unique sailing vacations in the Virgin Islands aboard our 43 ft sailing sloop, Catherine. We can accommodate you for a few days to a week or more, sailing and exploring the Virgin Islands. Our sloop provides for one or two couples, or a family of four and we promise to make as relaxing or adventurous as requested by you and your guests/family. Whether you want to just read and relax, swim and snorkel, or learn to sail, we will get you on your way. Here are some things to be considered: 1. How much sailing to you want to do? We can do as much and as little sailing as you want. Again, this is your comfort level and we want to accommodate you. If you want to sail to Saint Croix from Red Hook, Saint Thomas., that is a 6 hour sail one way. If you want to just hop around the gorgeous anchorages of Saint John, we can do that at a leisurely pace...we can come up with an itinerary that works for you. 2. Dine out or Eat in? You are welcomed to dine out, (not included in cost of stay) as there are many options from a formal scene to a beach bar/food vibe, we know all the spots! If you want to invite the captain and crew, it is a nice gesture but not necessary. Drop off and pick up service is included. 3. Quiet anchorages? or Night Life? Again, this is your call and we can accommodate.
We have two cabins that will accommodate two couples comfortably. All provided with fresh sheets, linens, and pillows. For a family of four, we offer the bunk room cabin with two twin beds, and all linens and pillows made available. Depending on the length of your stay, we will refresh sheets and pillow cases mid way through your trip.
On board is one head aboard with separate shower for bathing, although you may find yourself showering on our aft deck as you take in the view of the turqoise waters and beautiful foliage. We provide bath and beach towels, shampoo bar, bath bars, and reef safe SPF sunsreen.
Above deck you will find our cockpit, which is covered with Sunbrella bimini for shade and we offer beanbags for comfort and lounging on deck. We may provide meals above deck or below, totally your preference!
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are made available with your stay with fresh caught fish (if you wish), salads, breakfast, juices, coffee/tea and beverages. We will make sure to cover any allergies or dietary restrictions you may have. Our captain loves to grill meat and seafood, and our skipper is vegan, so we can cover alot here. Dining out is also another option but not included in cost of stay.
If you love water activities we offer a 10 ft sailing tender, named Katrina for those who want to hone in on sailing skills. We invite you to try or take a lesson from our crew. She is so fun to sail in the anchorages, or sail her to shore and take a walk on the beach. We have a SUP, and can get one more on deck by request. If you need a lesson on a SUP, not a problem, and if you fall in the water, it's w a r m.....
If you have any further questions , please feel free to contact us anytime. .We will accommodate as best as we can so please let us know
All inclusive, with private captain and skipper
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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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Red Hook
Located in St. Thomas, this houseboat is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sapphire Beach and Coki Point Beach. Snorkelling, power boating and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.
St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
Tarpon’s Table - 4 min walk
Duffy's Love Shack - 2 min walk
Sapphire Beach Bar - 19 min walk
Kween Vee Smoothies - 5 min walk
The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Beautiful Yacht in the Virgin Islands pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Beautiful Yacht in the Virgin Islands?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beautiful Yacht in the Virgin Islands?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Beautiful Yacht in the Virgin Islands located?
Situated on the waterfront, this houseboat is within 1 mi (2 km) of Vessup Bay and Sapphire Beach. American Yacht Harbor and Turquoise Beach are also within 10 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Jarad Astin
Hello, we are Jarad and Christel and we are the owners of S/V Catherine, our ft sailing sloop. After losing our home to hurricane Sandy in 2012, we left land life and decided to make "lemonade out of lemons" by living our dream of sailing and seeing the world by sea. 45,000 nautical miles later, we have sailed all through Eastern USA, Caribbean chain, Bermuda, and the Mediterranean on S/v Catherine. She is sturdy, strong and has been a lovely and comfortable home for our family of 4.
About Captain Jarad: Jarad Astin is a licensed 50-ton USCG captain. While growing up in Southern New Jersey, boating has always been a staple for Jarad and his family. After a two week sailing getaway in 2006 with close friends in Barnstable, Massachusetts, he got hooked. Less than a year later, he bought a 22 ft daysailor with wife, Christel Astin and together they learned to sail on Jamaica Bay. In 2012, they lost their apartment and all possessions to Hurricane Sandy in the Rockaways and decided to take a leap: Buy a larger vessel and high tail it to the Caribbean.
About Christel: Musician by trade, sailor by means of "getting to the next gig", Christel, wife of Captain Jarad Astin has been a performer for 30 years. Although they both have always had separate musical careers in NYC and various other cities, when Jarad mentioned moving onto a sailing yacht in 2012, she jumped right in. In 2013, they formed band, Stell & Snuggs, and started touring from island to island all throughout the Caribbean and USA. When they sail north, you will more than likely find Christel at the helm, taking watches, cooking in the galley and figuring out where the next beach excursion will take place.
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Why they chose this property
She is sturdy, comfortable, and loves to sail. If sailing is not at the forefront of your trip with us, we have many water sport options to lounge on, play with and explore. We can change up the anchorage and explore without ever leaving home. That's a bonus.
What makes this property unique
Complete Waterfront! We love the fact that we can change our backyard view whenever we want, and the benefits of sailing together as a crew/family/friends is one of the most invaluable experiences you could ever have in life. These experiences will last a lifetime, just as they have with us.