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Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort

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Terrace/patio
In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Interior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

Sleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort

Perfect hideaway for two looking for a home away from home on the beautiful island of St. John.
Just a 5 minute drive to Coral Bay restaurants or 10 minutes to the World Class North Shore Beaches. The Turtle and the Seahorse cottage is a bright and airy studio, easy to find off Centerline Road...plus NO stairs, take just a few steps from your car door to your front door!

Your deck offers a view of the Bordeaux Mountains and stunnning Coral Bay. Full-sized appliances and a clean kitchen stocked with essential utensils make your vacation easy and comfortable. Relax in your king size bed, or chill watching a movie on the Smart TV.
Beach chairs, towels, shade tent and umbrella, noodles, and cooler are available to guests. You do not need to rent a four-wheel drive vehicle to get to our cottage, our roads are paved....for other remote parts of the island it maybe neccessary. You can walk or enjoy a morning jog on the friendly neighborhood roads just outside the cottage.

Property manager

Alison Parker

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels
  • Blender
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: On a case by case basis, please let us know.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Coral Bay Quarter, VIRGIN ISLANDS (VI)

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 15 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 8.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Ajax Peak and Virgin Islands National Park. Annaberg Plantation and Francis Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Island Escape for Two, Class and Comfort Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners Alison and Juan are amazing and so friendly! They left a book of recommendations, restaurants and other things to do. The atmosphere and surroundings are amazing and mostly secluded! I highly recommend this cottage!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside bungalow for two
We really enjoyed the Seahorse & Turtle cottage.The interior is adorable and has everything you need for a very comfortable stay. There were generously many condiments, coffee, etc provided upon arrival which was unexpected but great to get started! The outdoor spaces are also lovely with of the mountains on one side and Coral Bay from the other. We loved not having any stairs to navigate with luggage or groceries so that was a plus. Also, having never visited St John before we feel we were very well located to enjoy many of the hiking trails as well as the beautiful North Shore beaches. Location,location,location! Allison and Juan were both delightful and helpful throughout our stay. We would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Paige L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Overall, great stay with a view! Do not expect to have friends over though and do not expect for water pressure in shower. Shower also had an odor.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Farrah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space was perfect. Everything you could need. Clean, quiet with gorgeous views. Exactly what i was looking for!! I will definitely return next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R., Plymouth, MA

Liked: Cleanliness
Coral Bay
Beautiful property, incredible view. Clean and nicely decorated. Close to wonderful restaurants. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay!
We had such a great stay! We fell in love with the views! Communication with Allison was fast. The location is perfect, so close to all the spots we wanted to hit - our favorite snorkel spots were Haulover beach (north), Leinster Bay and Salt Pond Bay. Our favorite hike was Rams Head. All these spots were so easy to get to from the cottage!! The cottage was well stocked and it didn't take long at all for the AC to cool the place down! We cooked our all dinners in the kitchen and loved eating out on the deck. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher & Rose L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil get away!
Submerge your self in island time! Beautiful cottage in the mountains of St. John! Close to Coral Bay. Thanks Alison and Juan for sharing your little piece of paradise 🌴 Clean and fully stocked including complementary beverages in the fridge with personalized welcome letter- nice touch! Would definitely recommend to all nature lovers and to those who want to immerse yourself into the beauty of St. John!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

Liked: Cleanliness
St. John Getaway
We were impressed with the cleanliness and everything we needed for our visit. Alison was a great communicator and answered all of our questions. It was also located in a great location to access most of of beach destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Liked: Cleanliness
great stay
the place was as advertised, clean and comfortable. The owners were helpful and easy to communicate with. Loved the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Nice one bedroom unit Attentive hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janna E., Sauk Centre, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Beautiful
A very beautiful space with an even more beautiful view. Sitting areas outside for rain or shine. Everything you need for a beach day and a well equipped kitchen for meals. It was all we could have wished for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

D'Anna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Holiday Cottage
Allison was amazing on communication from the time of rental until departure. Cottage is quiet, in a great location for Coral Bay, very very clean and comfortable. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need for cooking and dining in. Bathroom was perfect, even providing some basic toiletries. Everything was as advertised. Chairs, umbrellas, cooler, towels and noodles available for the beach. I have been coming to the islands for about twenty years and would definitely return to this cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here! Clean, comfortable, easily accessible and in a great neighborhood. The view from the porch was fantastic. We even got to watch a meteor shower laying out on the porch one evening. Dry functional kitchen that allowed us to easily make breakfast every morning before heading out for the day. We certainly recommend it and will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay on the island
Allison and Juan have a great, quiet place in Coral Bay. Great people, great view, etc etc. my wife and I have been coming to St John for many years. This little spot is perfect for a quiet, small rest in between days spent on the beach forgetting the rest of the world. We will be staying here again. Allison, thank you for your hospitality. Already miss it!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamena S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Hideaway
The build of the cottage is beautifully simple. Great welcome notebook with recommendations and a detailed trail map we put to good use. Everything is thoughtfully and neatly arranged. We brought food and were really impressed with the kitchen amenities. However, there is not a grill. Although there is a TV, we were disappointed that we could not get it connected to WiFi. Weather wasn't great, so we wanted to watch a movie. Cards, board games and podcasts filled our time instead.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa w., Boston

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect bungalow
We went to St Joh for our first time and truly enjoyed our stay at this cute little bungalow! The place was spotless and the King size bed was so comfortable! It came with a cooler, beach chairs, towels and umbrella! The description was spot on! Big plus is the full size fridge and ice maker, key for packing cooler for the beach! Communication was great and check in was easy! Perfect for 2 people and the deck had a nice view of Coral Bay! I would stay again! Lisa & Cliff Setterlund
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This cottage is charming, comfortable and nicely located for the Coral Bay area and going to Maho Bay and Francis Bay beaches. The kitchen is well equipped and is perfect for making breakfasts and lunches. The view from the deck (and the bed) is amazing. The roads to the cottage are fun to drive as long as you're comfortable with keeping left and amazing hairpin turns – You MUST have a rental car! We would most definitely stay there again if visiting St. John.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patsy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for 2!
Very cute treehouse bungalow! The big bed was so comfortable! Cute kitchen, great deck with a beautiful view! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Renovated cottage with all that you need
The property was very pleasant, clean and equipped with all that we needed. Perfect for 1 or 2 people. Nice view of Coral bay from the deck and in a nice quiet neighborhood without much traffic since it was a dead-end road.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W., Johnstown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy escape that's perfect all around!
What a lovely, colorful, and perfectly located property for exploring the east end of St. John! We hung out at three amazing beaches during our stay: Maho, Francis Bay, and Hansen Bay. Close to restaurants and grocery store. The property has a wrap around deck with a gorgeous view of Coral Bay. It's nicely appointed with lots of amenities and small conveniences. Love this place!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall amazing house and very impressive how all amenities are taken care of within relatively small space ! Directions to reach home was perfect as explained by the hosts. The house gives you a feel of a luxurious tree house. Great views of Coral Bay, especially at sun rise! Make sure to read the instructions diary provided by the hosts, they are very helpful and gives all directions to nearby stores and restaurants ! The house has all basic amenities including all new appliances and very cozy bed. Its also very close to all main beaches (10-15 min drive) and main hiking trails. Few callouts for consideration: * Driving: The house is 25 mins from Cruz Bay landing, so you may want to account for that. Also not sure how accessible it is to taxis as we had a rental car. You may want to research on that front if you intend to use one. Also note that the last 3-4 minutes of drive is very steep. Would highly recommend to reach home first time during daylight. * Trash: This wasn’t mentioned in the welcome email, but instructions diary mentioned to dispose the trash at the checkout. We would have liked the property manager to take care of it as part of cleaning services, but felt a bit odd. Another challenge was to find a place to dispose the trash. On the island, there are large garbage collection units placed every 4-5 miles. We had to find one on our drive back to ferry. A little more instructions around nearest area to dispose trash would have been good.