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Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach!

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Outdoor dining
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach!

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
St. John
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay11 min drive
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach19 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)99 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 4
820 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
    1 sofa bed
Common area
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach!

The "Sunrise Sweet" makes you feel like are hovering above the turquoise ocean and has fantastic sunrises from your bed! This new, solid masonry home has views that even WOW the locals! The Sunrise Sweet at Joy of Life Villa is an expansive studio w/ silent AC, full kitchen, huge living area, 50" HDTV, WIFI, deck, both indoor and outdoor showers, screened sun room, luxury king bed & high-end appliances and furnishings. Perfect for couples, romantic getaways and solos.
INCLUDES COMPLIMENTARY KAYAKS AND PADDLE BOARDS at nearby Hansen Bay private beach, waiting for you to explore!
Located in Coral Bay, 2 minutes to restaurants and minutes to major beaches on North Shore. We are an eco-friendly villa that works in harmony with nature surrounding us: stand-alone solar power and rain water is collected from our rooftop too. NO power outages! Reliable Wifi! Native forest, plants and eco-friendly cleaning products used.
Jeep with 4WD required for the VERY steep terrain of our hill, and St. John. We only recommend renting Jeeps on St. John, as opposed to St. Thomas, due to unreliable car barge schedules. You can take the "people ferry" on the hour.
This rental and all amenities are on the ground level of Joy of Life Villa. Tenant may be in the unit above, but it is very quiet and private, with solid concrete walls and decks, each unit with private entrances, parking and decks.
We rent to mature couples seeking a tranquil, comfortable and romantic getaway.
SEE OUR MANY 5-STAR REVIEWS!
Please note: Island utilities may experience interruptions (power, cell, Wi-Fi). We have solar and a whole-house generator, so you should not be interrupted here as you would at most villas. A laundry room is located outside the unit (occasionally accessed by staff).

Property manager

Karen Vahling

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: OK outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 820 sq ft (76 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lb per pet)
Note from host: under request ASK FIRST. No unattended pets.

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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 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 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 transport to and from this property

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About the area

St. John

This villa is located in Estate Freemans Ground, a neighbourhood in St. John, and is in the mountains and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 5 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 8 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 11 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 14 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 21 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 5 min drive
  • The Windmill Bar - 21 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 26 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Couples Retreat with Sweeping VIEWS, Kayaks Waiting on the Beach! located?

Located in Estate Freemans Ground, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Johnson Bay and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Emmaus Moravian Church and Bordeaux Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The owner was bossier than my ex wife, but at least I got ordered around in a tropical setting!
There were many great things about St John USVI, however: 1. You will absolutely need a 4 wheel drive vehicle. The grade leading to the Villa is about 40%. 2. You need to bring enough stuff to wear for the entire trip... no washer/dryer. 3. You'll need to eat out most meals unless you like doing dishes on vacation... no dishwasher. 4. If you were hoping to use the recliner in the pictures... well think again. 5. If you're from a big city on the East Coast with NYC type values, threaten to leave a poor review and management will genuflect to your every demand. 6. The place is pet friendly, singular. Quiet, non eating, non drinking, probably non- breathing pets would be most welcome. 7. Rent a boat every day. I'll rent a boat next time and sleep on it too. 8. Despite all this, the trip was just fine, a B+... there is a huge amount of effort that went into the Villa to make it what it is. Bring a really good noise cancelling headset to drown out the whine.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Somer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful setting with incredible views!
Our stay at Karen and Jeff's Villa was just what we needed. The space was very comfortable, and the views were amazing, as promised. The bed was comfortable and the kitchen had what we needed to eat in. The road to the house was steep and took some adjusting to, but we adapted quickly and appreciated the quiet and privacy. Karen and Jeff were very helpful and welcoming, and we hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bert O., Zionsville, IN. USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic place to stay on St John
Karen and Jeff are wonderful hosts. The villa was clean, well-appointed, and actually nicer than it looked in the photos online. They were always available for questions, friendly, and very helpful. Couldn’t have asked for a nicer place to spend a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
This place is great. The owners were very friendly and helpful in anyway you could ask for. We would love to come back .
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay at Joy of Life
Great rental. It was clean, had everything we needed and the view sent it over the top. Peaceful and quiet, which is the way we like it. The owners and hosts responded quickly with any questions we had and sent a video showing us around before we got there. Loved starting out the day watching the sunrise out on the balcony. St John was beautiful and we will be going back as soon as we can. We would recommend staying here to our friends and family.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Honeymoon
My husband and I stayed here for our honeymoon and couldn't be happier with our choice! The view was absolutely gorgeous! We loved our stay here and loved St. John. The check in process was so easy and Tracy even drove to meet us so we could follow him up the driveway the first time. Renting a jeep is a must! The house had everything we needed. We loved having coffee on the balcony every morning admiring the beautiful view. It really was such a wonderful stay and we truly had the best honeymoon!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Amy T., Englewood, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View but less than desirable stay
First, let me say that we believe that the description of getting to the villa was not disclosed properly in the advertisement. Yes! YOU WILL NEED A 4-WHEEL DRIVE to get up one of the most dangerous roads we've ever encountered. It is a white knuckle adventure every time you leave the villa praying that on the one lane stretch of the road you didn't encounter another driver. If this happens and you are on certain areas of the road you are in dire straights! There isn't any margin for error and as you gun the engine to get up the last part of the hill you just pray that someone isn't going to come down at the same time! It was to stressful and based on the drive up alone we would not rent the villa again. Had we known in advance the degree of difficulty we wouldn't have chosen the villa. Second, please do not rent Karen's Rav-4 as we did. When I say we had to gun it/medal to the floor each time to barely make it over the crest of the hill I am not exaggerating! The brakes rub and the engine light was on!! Not what you want to see! You will need a strong reliable Jeep! Also, it is a $100 a day and a $100 pick up fee. NOT WORTH IT as the car was bordering on Junk and we had no confidence in it's ability to make it up the hill each time. Not what you want on vacation. Third, the villa was nice but not high-end. There are some rules they do not disclose before booking. Such as, not flushing the commode after #1 and never flushing toilet paper even after #2. You have to put it in the trash and take out daily to avoid any smells. You also have to turn off the A/C when you leave which makes it very uncomfortable when you return. The beach equipment listed for your use such as the snorkeling gear was broken and does not work and the glass bottom kayak was moldy and dirty. Not a good experience. We actually opted to rent our on kayaks on Hansen Bay which was soooo much nicer. Lastly, if this is your first time to St. John please be aware that this is a very impoverished place. The beaches are stunning but the inland is very depressing and
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ernie V., Minneapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in paradise
One of the best things about St John is the people you meet along the way. The views from the villa are amazing, and the furniture is comfortable and clean. It's a phenominal villa ... but what truly set this experience apart for us was working with Karen and Jeff and the folks they have looking after the property while they were gone - Terri and Tracy. All 4 were absolutely fantastic to work with. Communication was STELLAR here. Karen went above and beyond helping us figure out a car situation ... and Tracy and Terri took excellent care of us during the week. We enjoyed our stay here very much. Beautiful St John, fantastic villa and absolutely wonderful people. CHEERS
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Genny N., Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous views
Perfect rental for two in Coral Bay. Super clean, updated, had everything you need for the beach. So quiet and peaceful here. We loved it. Owners were very helpful via text.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymooners
Our stay at the Sunrise Suite was amazing. The studio is set up perfectly and has the best views of the East End of the island. We enjoyed going to the beach and snorkeling all week! Will definitely be back 😊
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021