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Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay

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Property grounds
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, free WiFi, bed sheets
Sun loungers, beach towels
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
View from property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

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

Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay

Want to really get away? This 2-bedroom eco contemporary house is perched above Coral Bay, right next to a hiking trail in the U.S. Virgin Islands National Park.
“A perfect nature retreat, feels like you’re in the trees," described one reviewer.
With a deck spanning the width of the house, and lovely views of the sailboats of Coral harbor along with Bordeaux Mountain in the background, this house is secluded, yet offers proximity to the best of St. John.
Johnny Horn Trail is a well-known park hiking route -- hike 1 mile through the park to Waterlemon Cay, the island's best snorkeling with sea turtles, or head downhill to the quaint town and laid-back restaurants and bars of Coral Bay. Or hop in your 4-wheel drive (a must!) for a 10-minute trip for water sports at Cinnamon Bay and access to some of the world's finest beaches.
Repeat: A 4-wheel drive vehicle is a must to reach this house. It's not that rough -- read the reviews -- but it's up a dirt and gravel road that's steep in spots. Part of the adventure! Most visitors to St. John find a 4-wheel drive such as a Jeep is helpful for getting around the island anyway.
The house features an outdoor tropical shower and wood floors that feel good on bare feet, reminding of the island era of the Maho Bay Camp -- open-air, tree frogs singing, but with a modern touch. It's a screened house with ceiling fans and no A/C.
Wrote one recent guest: “House is nature ... amazing ... birds donkeys lizards blooming flowers ... outdoor amazing shower ... fantastic view ... all the gear you will need.”
The house is a private getaway for a couple or more. It has two open bedrooms, each with a Queen bed and one with a loft bed perfect for a child. Additionally, there is a double-size futon in the living area. The home is family-friendly and is perfect for those who like to hike and enjoy the sounds of nature.
Comes with ceiling fans, a huge sectional sofa, party lights, a hammock, a table, chairs, an umbrella, and a gas BBQ grill. The deck overlooking the sailboats of Coral Bay is spot-on for lounging, reading, dining, sunning, and star gazing.
No need to bring much: the house is stocked and ready with beach chairs & towels, nice linens, and a cooler. Hook your iPod into the stereo and fire up the blender. We have WiFi, and AT&T phones work great here (Verizon you may be out of luck). For eco sustainable vacationing, the house sports a 13,000-gallon rainwater collection cistern, with a solar hot water heater.
As another guest noted: “Magical tree house! The outdoor shower is heaven.”

Keywords: Villa, Cottage, House, Vacation Rental, Hiking, National Park, Nature, Eco, Coral Bay

Property manager

Sarah Westneat

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Missing Cinnamon Concordia try Johnny Horn Trail
Missing Cinnamon & Maho try Johnny Horn Trail Villa
Missing Cinnamon & Maho try Johnny Horn Trail St. John
Missing Cinnamon & Maho try Johnny Horn Trail Villa St. John

About the neighborhood

Map
C-3 Coral Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Maho Beach - 12 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Trunk Bay - 21 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park and Waterlemon Cay. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Ajax Peak are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Johnny Horn Trail House St. John Overlooking Coral Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 74 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

ScribbleBiggleTwiggle

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Can’t say enough about the property and the host we will definitely be back. If you enjoy the outdoors then this is the abode for you. Clean, two bedroom, a view from each window. Thank you for such a unique and unforgettable experience and stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views!
The house was cute with everything we needed except food, drinking water and clothes. Sarah was very responsive to our requests and was a wonderful hostess!!! Beware though. When they say you need a 4 wheel drive to get there- there is a reason. It is a steep, bumpy, rocky road to the house. But the view from the front porch is amazing!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical week
We had such an amazing week!! The house very comfortably fit myself, my husband and our 12 and 14-year-old children. The house is lovely and serene, it so clean with wonderful views of Coral Bay. It’s so peaceful. We love seeing the hummingbirds and sitting on the gorgeous deck. We loved the outdoor shower. Sarah, the host was so accommodating, so helpful and attentive! She was full of great information about St. John if we had any questions about activities or places to eat. We will definitely be coming back!!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coral bay
House is nature amazing Birds Donkeys Lizards Blooming flowers Outdoor amazing shower Fantastic view All the gear you will need
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing deck view
Coral Bay was our laid back and relaxed choice. The house was perfect! Once you get up the road, the views and wild birds are your reward. We absolutely loved the covered deck and enjoyed hanging there at night after our full day and in the morning with coffee. Sarah was by quick to respond and super helpful with any questions we had regarding St. John or the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Getaway
A beautiful home with an amazing view of the bay. We felt like we were so far from everything, yet we were close to everything we were looking for. Couldn't have asked for a better Coral Bay experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy L., Madison, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and adventurous
Getting to the property was an adventure, but the reward is a beautiful view and relaxing island breeze. The house has everything you need and nothing more. Be sure to stock up on provisions, including drinking water. We did not realize that there is no drinking water available onsite. Occasionally we could hear the neighbors, but mostly we heard the sound of nature.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A dream location
Our family of 3 loved our stay at the Johnny Horn Trail cottage. The house had everything we needed for our 6 days in St John. The view from the main bedroom each morning was sublime. We were able to cook multiple meals in the kitchen during our stay. The extra touches like having a cooler, snorkel gear, beach chairs, and the key lime pie were all perfect. The outdoor shower was fantastic. The house served as the perfect place for us while we traveled all over the island each day snorkeling and exploring. We enjoyed multiple meals down the mountain at Skinny Legs. The owner was so responsive to all my questions. The only thing I'd like to note for future visitors is that while multiple people have noted that a four wheel drive is absolutely necessary, I'd like to add that a four wheel drive with clearance is best. We booked maybe two months before our visit and had trouble finding an affordable Jeep Wrangler. But we did find a 4WD Jeep Compass. While we were able to make it up and down the mountain we had to do so very very carefully as there are multiple points where the vehicle has to dip down into a small culvert across the road. It made for a much more stressful drive and we found ourselves limiting to just one trip up and down the road per day- staying out for 10 plus hours some days. Also make sure your rental has strong tires. Ours had a tire or two that were worn and that's not a great combination with the gravel and grade of this road.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eco house paradise
Staying at the eco house was such a treat - we were surrounded by nature the whole time and really loved relaxing on the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Johnny Horn Stay
We loved our stay on the Johnny Horn Trail! The outdoor shower and view are better than advertised & the host couldn’t have been more wonderful. Would highly recommend and stay again on our next visit. The trek up the trail isn’t as steep as it sounds depending on what you’re used to, but AWD/4WD is a must. The Jeep and Subaru forester handled it fine but the rental agency gave us a 2WD Pathfinder on Day 1 & it never stood a chance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Away from it
Property was absolutely as represented. By our fourth day we had mastered the intimidating drive up to the house. We had five in our group- house would be perfect for 4. Loved the outside shower and spent a lot of time relaxing on the deck. Great hike over to Watermelon and close access to the restaurants (including Skinny Legs) in Coral Bay. We had a wonderful time- thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Tree House
Our stay was so great! The house was better than I imagined. The view from the covered porch was magical and the outdoor shower was heaven. The hummingbirds were a constant source of entertainment. I would definitely stay here again. The host was very easy to communicate with and there was even a homemade key lime pie in the freezer for us! It was delicious.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View off the beaten path in Coral Bay
Our family (2 kids ages 10 and 12) stayed in Coral Bay for 4 nights in July and had a blast. The house is in a remote location up a very steep, rocky road, so you have lots of privacy and an amazing view. The road is no joke - you definitely need 4WD. The kids enjoyed the hammock on the deck and we all loved the outdoor shower. Down the hill nearby there’s easy access to Skinny Legs, a couple other restaurants, and a small market Love City. The house has plenty of space and is very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
This was our second time staying at Johnny Horn Trail and it was perfection as usual! The house itself is great and the views of Coral Bay are breathtaking! My family loves the open air concept and the outdoor shower is always a hit! The owner Sarah was amazing to work with! She was super accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect!! We will continue to stay at their great house for years to come!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing eco house
Johnny horn eco house is a must to stay at on St. John. So much nature to see Lizards in the tree top multiple species of birds deer and donkeys. The location is perfect to go to any beach or hiking trail.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family w/ 3 teen boys
We had a lovely stay at the Eco House! The property is as described/pictured and has *everything* you need for a stay that is perfectly comfortable, but yet a little bit off-grid and more adventurous. We loved the shower! We were worried about hot water with 5 of us showering after returning from beach days, but not an issue! The hummingbirds were fun to feed and we loved the open air, the view, the chatty birds, and the white outdoor lights at night. The road (...trail really) leading up to the house is no joke!!! Thankful we had a Jeep and read the reviews on it. It's a great little house!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana W., from Michigan, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Hideaway with a view
We loved our stay except for the drive. It is just a bit rutted and steep but makes it all an adventure! The house is so serene and we loved the outdoor space to relax and watch the birds. The kitchen is well stocked. There really was nothing lacking for us to stay for 10 days. If you want to get away this may be perfect. Also you will be pretty close to Skinny Legs and some East End beaches. Walk to the top of the hill and watch the sunrise!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon O., Lawton, Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This was the 2nd visit to St John, Coral Bay, and we love it. The Eco House was perfect and had everything we needed. The host was attentive and answered our questions right away. We spent our evenings on the back deck absorbing the beautiful view and stars. Hummingbirds visited the feeder all day. We even had a visit from a tree frog! The house has plenty of windows and never felt hot. The nighttime breeze was heavenly. The road to the house is the beginning of the Johnny Horn Trail and is VERY steep. You WILL need 4 wheel drive. We hiked the Johnny Horn trial to Waterlemon Bay and it was a fun hike with plenty of ruins to see. The hike is not for anyone who isn’t used to hiking. Bring plenty of water. I’m getting off track here. Lol. I LOVED the outside shower! Did I mention there is room for 2. Best way to conserve water! I highly recommend the Eco House for your stay. However, it is NOT a luxury house, but if you want the basics with a super comfy bed, this place is perfect! We highly recommend the Eco House. ❤️ we will return
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Willow P., Camano Island, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrible road, but that’s a given. It’s dirt.
Overall, nice. Quiet setting:)
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
2 peas in a pod
Beautiful property,has everything you need. Friendly property manager. Very relaxing and quiet,been here twice and will definitely come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private Hill Top Adventure!
What a wonderful time we had. Just the best place ever. The view is so beautiful and we really enjoyed the privacy. The outdoor shower is such a bonus. Nothing like washing up outside after a day on the beach. The house had everything you could ask for. Fully loaded kitchen and all the beach gear you would want. We will be back VERY soon for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane C., Marietta, GA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We found it to be just as pictured in the listing. Beautiful views, fresh air, on our favorite side of the island. Thank you for an amazingly peaceful getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful perch
A perfect nature retreat. Feels like you’re in the trees. Beautiful view of the harbor! Easy access to the Johnny Horn trail over to spectacular snorkeling at Waterlemon Bay. Clean and well-stocked with towels, chairs and snorkel gear if you do not bring your own.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Villa with wonderful outdoor shower!
We enjoyed a wonderful 2 week stay with 3 adult children joining us during part of our stay. We had plenty of room for all. The setting was beautiful, nestled in the tree tops overlooking Coral Bay. We all thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor shower and lovely deck. Both were perfect following a beautiful day of hiking and snorkeling. We enjoyed hiking to Waterlemon Cay and Brown Bay from the villa. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting the property manager who provided wonderful information about the island and made check in a breeze. We look forward to staying here again. Thank you so much for the lovely accommodations and making us feel so welcome!!
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

steven h., Austin,usa

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant
Renting went smoothly!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022