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Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End

Find your island bliss among natural beauty with incredible sunsets by the pool and star gazing under dark skies.

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End

Want to get away from it all? Spend some days at a retreat away from it all?The East End of St. John is that special place to do it!

Come enjoy what Long Bay Getaway Retreat has in store for you, your special someone, and your whole family!

This lovely cottage retreat is nestled on the quiet and uncrowded East End of St. John in the Privateer Bay community. We invite couples seeking a private, natural, relaxing location with space to stretch out, small families looking for a safe and wild home base with easy private beach access, or two couples (or small group of friends) looking to share the fun and the cost (deals for 7 day stays or monthly). This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage (+ fun outdoor shower) has everything you need to get lost in your vacation away from any busy-ness. Long Bay Getaway Retreat has everything for you: a nicely stocked kitchen, air conditioned bedrooms, comfortable furnishings, an intimate and colorfully night-lit private pool, fast internet, lovely native fruit trees and plants, abundant wildlife, and the unending peace you need to enjoy a planned or unplanned retreat. We even have an acoustic guitar to learn or play your favorite accompanying music! With few neighbors except the animals, the East End is yours for a private, quiet retreat to unwind and get away from every worry.

If you choose to leave this beautiful home and explore St. John, you are still less than a half hour drive from the famous North side beaches including Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, Cinnamon Bay, and Hawksnest Beach. Or you can stay and relax at one of the secret top beaches near us, including Hansen Bay. As a guest at Long Bay Getaway, you also have private access to the secluded beach at Long Bay which is 500 steps from our property. The snorkeling is superb (turtles, fish, squid, Pelican Rock, etc) and we have our nice kayak down by the water for your personal use - just carry our paddle down and bring it back up.

There are wonderful old St. John type island amenities near the property, including Sloop Jones' shop just three houses away for one-of-a-kind clothing and art and the local East End families at Hansen Bay and nearby beaches. The East End is the "other side" of St. John - quiet, natural, private, incredible sunsets by the pool, yoga on the pool deck, grilling on the upper deck, and deep star gazing in the natural dark of this secluded retreat area.

If you prefer natural peace and solitude, you will love this part of the island! Long Bay Getaway is designed to be a retreat type space on this special, magic part of the island and our owner family can help you plan an actual retreat experience with music, movement, spiritual engagement, or vigorous healthy activity. Or just come and live here on this part of the island for a larger number of days with our reasonable pricing and long stay deals.

We stay personally throughout the year and have amazing staff and friends doing retreats all the time - join the Long Bay Getaway Retreat community!

Property manager

Ken Steorts

Languages

English, German

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1202 sq ft (112 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed. Note the stone steps and a pool.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Johnson Bay - 22 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Maho Beach - 25 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 34 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Trunk Bay - 38 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • Omar’s Dockside
  • The Willy T
  • Pirates Bight
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬18 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Long Bay and Virgin Islands National Park. Privateer Bay and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas vacation
Great spot!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pearl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
That time of year! Oh St. John : )
Our yearly visit to St. John was peaceful and pleasant. In This was our first stay on the East End and it was great. Communication from all parties involved prior, during and post stay were appreciated, especially during the storms and power outages. The house was fully supplied with all amenities listed, a pool with a view- just WOW! Thank you Ken for opening up your home to us and making it feel like home. It was truly appreciated!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot, lots of visiting wildlife, private beach was a huge bonus! . The sound of Waves,Love
Fantastic / quiet, peaceful. Jeremy took good care of us. Nice job, Ken.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
View is spectacular. House was clean and well maintained. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private retreat
Absolutely amazing. Very comfortable. We had everything we wanted and needed. When electricity went out we still had the grill to cook on. Pool was warm and enjoyable. Beach close walk down up hill back, but good.we definitely want to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise
Everything was perfect! Private, clean and communication was great! Absolutely amazing!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Stay
We had such a great time staying at this house. The location offers stunning views and the quiet we were seeking. The pool was so refreshing and the perfect way to end the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Thank you for the great communication and wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Hansen Bay
Our second visit to the property was just as wonderful as our trip two years ago. It does take some driving on the winding roads to reach the East End, but we love getting away for a peaceful vacation. The house has a huge, wonderful porch, fully equipped kitchen, nice living room, bathrooms, comfortable beds, outdoor shower and a pool! We enjoy kayaking and snorkeling around Pelican Rock from the neighborhood beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jessica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing spot!
Magical spot—the pool and the view can’t be beat. A bit of a hike beyond Coral Bay to get there, but it’s worth it. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

james j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect beach vacation
This property was the perfect place to getaway. The house is in a great location with amazing views. The surrounding beaches were great for snorkeling and the locals were friendly and welcoming to my family. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and look forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Bay Getaway Reprise
Returning to Long Bay Getaway felt a lot like coming home. The villa was exceptional and late afternoons & evenings were spent in the pool, by the grill or eating dinner & strumming guitar on the deck. Days were filled with fun in the east end bays and visits to Coral Bay. We ate a few meals out but mostly at the Villa and had everything we needed. Can’t wait to return next year! Thanks to Ken & his family and Jeremy for wonderful, relaxing vacation!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Nabil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views are great day and night. the pool is crisp and refreshing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

ryan p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Remote and fun
Very remote place. The sound of the4 ocean over the shells at night was amazing. This was one of the better stocked places i have rented. Very much appreciated that!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A., Grantham NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful East End St John
Great spot for a week at the East End. Just right for two- private and quiet with a great view. A steady breeze kept us cool every night- Even in July we only had the AC going for a few hours. The community beach area was like having our own private waterfront. Great snorkeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Most beautiful views!!! On the East Side of the island away from (most) everyone! Which I loved!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Bay Getaway
This house was everything we expected! The pool is fabulous the house was beautiful and comfortable The views were breathtaking! Having access to the private beach and it being right at pelican Rock made it the greatest place we have ever stayed. When we return we want to rent this exact house again!
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet get away
My family and I enjoyed our stay at St. John. Winding through roads with our Jeep was truly an adventure! Who needs rollercoasters (haha). Snorkeling, hiking, beach time, and enjoying nature was time well spent. After a day of these adventure, my children enjoyed pool time each evening and meals with a fabulous view!!! We didn't use the air conditioning because the house has such wonderful window ventilation that a cool breeze combined with ceiling fans made sleeping comfortable. With sounds of nature all around (mostly goats), our stay was fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra m., Santa Fe

JUST THE PERFECT LOCATION
We so enjoyed staying at this villa. great size, lovely views, clean, walking distance from beach and two kayaks that got us to explore around the bay and enjoy the floating taco bar that just opened. So much fun!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation after long day at the beach
We loved the quietness of the location and the pool to relax in. At first we were worried about the challenging drive but then we got used to it and wasn’t a big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of Paradise
We absolutely loved our stay at Long Bay Getaway! It is a great location, away from it all yet close enough to Coral Bay to head there for dinner and the North Shore beaches or Salt Pond for the day. It was a fun drive to the place and we were glad to have a jeep. We loved the pool and enjoyed every evening swimming until the sun went down. It was a very comfortable temperature! The kitchen was well equipped and the grill worked for dinners. The bedrooms cooled down well with a combination of fans and ac and the beds were comfortable. We also really enjoyed snorkeling at Long Bay and spent some time there. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book it if available!!!
This was one of our favorite stays. We travel all over to see National Parks and we stay at VRBO's. We love the East End of St. John Island, more secluded and peaceful. The house is 2 stories with stairs to the front door and stairs down to the 2 bedrooms. Cooked fresh fish on the grill (brought my own grill mat) and the kitchen had anything you needed to cook with. The pool was excellent! I brought a swimming resistant band and did my laps every day. The private neighborhood beach was great for snorkeling. It was a shallow bay so the fish were small and colorful. Like a fish aquarium or fish nursery. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Natural paradise
This house is a hidden gem. Our stay was wonderful in this quiet, relaxing side of St. John. The best snorkeling on the island was right off the beach down from the house, saw every kind of fish, and turtles. Hummingbirds and hawks are frequent sites of the decks too. Also loved the nightly sunsets and the huge star filled sky. Hope to return someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S., Fairfield, CT

Wonderful!
We spent a wonderful week at Charmed! It's was our first time staying out on the east end and we loved it! Access to the beach and kayaks was a wonderful bonus to a week at a special home. The pool was my favorite part! It is magical at night with the pool lights on. Mark and Anissa were so helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene beauty on the east end
The east end of the Island is beautiful and the house is in the perfect location. The pool with the view over the bay is wonderful and the stars at night are amazing. The home itself is great, very nice open air concept with good breeze from being up on the hill. The bedrooms also still have AC for sleeping which we really liked. After snorkeling or spending the day on the beach, this is the perfect place to come back to and cook dinner or just float in the pool and watch the sunset. The host is awesome and made us feel very taken care of. Overall highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023