Title: Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches Apartment with kitchen, a short walk to Virgin Islands National Park ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93185000/93184904/fd355484.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93185000/93184904/12c0185a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93185000/93184904/f028dede.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93185000/93184904/df90806d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93190000/93185000/93184904/52b3f44d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Villa Island Paradise offers a tranquil retreat in the heart of Cruz Bay. This stylish 2-bedroom apartment boasts private ocean views from its balcony, perfect for unwinding after a day at the beach or exploring St. John's shopping and dining scene. 8.0 Very good ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches \- Centrally located 2-bedroom apartment with stunning sea views \- Private balcony with beautiful ocean vistas \- Walking distance to grocery store, taxi stand, shopping, dining, and entertainment in Cruz Bay \- Convenient & refreshing AC in the entire unit \- Enjoy the convenience of being close to everything and save money by not -needing a rental car \- Stylish new furniture with tasteful décor \- Unwind and relax after a day at the beach, which is just a short walk away \- On-site laundry machine Our charming vacation rental is ideally located just a 7-minute walk away from the ferry dock, giving you easy access to all the best attractions and activities on the island. To make the most of your beach experience, we provide beach towels for all our guests, and our snorkel gear is available for you to explore the crystal-clear waters surrounding the island. For your convenience, we have a washer and dryer on-site available for just $2 per load. This means you can pack light and refresh your clothes during your stay with us. Come and experience all the beauty and relaxation the island has to offer while enjoying the comfort of our vacation rental. Book your stay with us today! Inside, you'll find a sleek and stylish interior with all the amenities you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. The fully equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing delicious meals, while the living area offers ample space for relaxing with your loved ones. The unit comfortably sleeps 4, with a king-sized bed in the master bedroom, a full-sized bed in the second bedroom. There's also a spacious deck where you can take in the breathtaking views and enjoy your morning coffee or a sunset cocktail. Ceiling fans and air conditioning are provided throughout the apartment to ensure your comfort during your stay. And with its close proximity to the beach, you can spend your days lounging in the sun, swimming in the crystal-clear waters, or enjoying water sports like snorkeling and kayaking. Only 7 min away from from Cruz Bay Ferry Terminal, the island's main town, you'll have easy access to all the shopping, dining, and entertainment that St. John has to offer. Whether you're looking to relax and unwind or explore all the island has to offer, Villa Island Paradise a is the perfect home base for your St. John vacation. As a guest, we will also give you access to the best deal to get a rental car in St John. Book your stay today and start planning your dream vacation in St. John! Cruz Bay is the lively and bustling main town of St. John, located in the US Virgin Islands, and is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world. The picturesque harbor is filled with sailboats of all sizes, adding to the charm and beauty of the area. Most visitors to St. John first arrive in Cruz Bay via ferry, which provides stunning views of the island and surrounding waters. Once ashore, you'll find plenty of shopping, dining, and entertainment options to explore. From local markets and fresh produce stands to upscale restaurants and boutiques, there's something for everyone in Cruz Bay. For adventure-seekers, there are countless opportunities to book land or sea-based excursions. Take your pick from boat rentals, guided tours, parasailing, kayaking, dinghy rentals, day sails, snorkeling trips, Hobie cats, or even get certified for scuba-diving. Despite all the hustle and bustle, getting around Cruz Bay is easy and convenient. Open-air taxis are readily available, shuttling beach-goers back and forth during the day, as well as offering sightseeing tours to all the beaches and points of interest on St. John. And if you're looking to rent a car, there are plenty of services available, just remember to drive on the left side of the road! Our vacation rental is conveniently located just a short walk to Cruz Bay, giving you easy access to all the excitement and adventure the town has to offer. Come join us and live the dream in beautiful St. John! Please be aware this Villa has stairs throughout the property. Kindly be informed that there is a supplemental fee of $50 per night for each guest exceeding two. Accuracy in listing the total number of guests at the time of booking is crucial to avoid additional charges. If there are any discrepancies, you will be required to settle the additional fee prior to check-in. We appreciate your comprehension and cooperation on this matter. Insects are present on the island and the additional rain this year has created more presence of gnats and other pests. With your help of keeping the doors shut, we try our best to minimize their presence inside the unit by using pest control services. You may also experience the impact of the Saharan dust in the units from time to time. Services are performed the beginning of even months. These services cannot be declined by guests and you will need to plan accordingly. If the services are declined, you may be subject to the financial cost of rescheduling. The AC units are window units and available in the kitchen and one bedroom. For your convenience, we have a washer and dryer on-site available for just $2 per load(please note the machine works with quarters only). This means you can pack light and refresh your clothes during your stay with us. If you are new to visiting the island, the island experiences power outages and Wi-Fi outages periodically with no estimated resolution time. The property has standard water heaters and you will need to wait a moment for hot water. We want to let you know that, at the moment, the tap water in our area may not meet the recommended standards for drinking. As a precaution, we suggest refraining from using it for consumption. To ensure your well-being, we recommend opting for bottled water, readily available at local stores. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize your health and comfort. The trash in St. John is collected from the many disposal sites (bin sites) located strategically around St. John for residents and visitors to dispose of their household waste. To reinforce adherence to the house rule requiring guests to deposit their trash at the community collection site, a $500 fee will be imposed for the collection and disposal of any left-behind trash. We want to ensure your stay is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. To maintain a high standard of service for all our guests, we kindly ask that you observe the following house rules. Please note that the fees listed below only apply to violations and are separate from any pre-arranged agreements for early check-in or late check-out: Damaged Towels: $200 Unauthorized Early Check-in (Before 4 PM): $200 per hour Unauthorized Late Check-out (After 10 AM): $200 per hour Smoking (including cigarettes or vaping): $1,000 Undisclosed Guests: $250 per guest per night Undisclosed Pet: $500 per night, per pet Please be aware that if you have already arranged and paid for early check-in or late check-out, you are not subject to the above fees. These charges only apply if check-in or check-out times are not pre-arranged. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out at any time! The water provided is rainwater and has been filtered, but it is not advised to drink it. Fortunately, there is a convenience store only 2 minutes away where you can easily purchase mineral water. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city centre - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - 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Great for families or 2 couples. Lower Carolina - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=82925300&PinnedHotelID=82925300&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### 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 ### Rules Important Check-in Information To ensure a smooth and worry-free stay, all guests are required to select one of the following options before check... ### Pets Pets are allowed Note from host: Charge may apply ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 689462c57b2d6d000e021696 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.33095%2C-64.79251&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_SnV7yopLQhNWuH08rMTmOn3MDI=) Cruz Bay, St John #### What's nearby - Battery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles - Cruz Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles - Honeymoon Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles - Caneel Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles - Trunk Bay - 14 min drive - 4.5 miles #### Getting around - St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬6 min walk - ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬5 min walk - ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬4 min walk - ‪Greengo’s - ‬6 min walk - ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬9 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches located? > Located in the heart of St. John, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Battery and Virgin Islands National Park. St. John Spice and Mongoose Junction are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Oceanview Escape | Walk to Cruz Bay & Beaches Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 1 2 - Terrible 1 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emil C. 19 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Father daughter trip Great overall time. The place had everything we could have wanted also the location was so convenient. ##### Emil C. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela N. 11 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Ms Very nice ##### Pamela N. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Chad B. 24 Mar 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Total scam Inaccurate listing. Said fully air conditioned. It wasn't. Owner constantly tried to get my credit card info outside of VRBO platform underthreat of enormous fees if I didn't. 200 for leaving a dirty towel. 500 for not taking garbage bag to the dumpster, etc. Do not rent from this person ##### Chad B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Sheila and Ken S. 9 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Disappointing Most is newly updated. Comfortable bed. Small living area is nice. Can't drink the tap water. The shower pan/where one stands is all scuffed & beaten up. Walking to restaurants at night can be harrowing down to the main intersection as cars can't always see you. Bring reflective wear. Reserving & check in were the worst parts. We received a fraud alert when we put in our credit card. David, the owner, told us the payment didn't go through. The name of his business is Cash Flow Street, which is suspicious. We talked to our CC company & had to close that CC. We confirmed with owner this was the name of his business. We used a diff CC. Got a fraud alert again. I had to call the CC co. a couple times to ensure the paymt would go through. After that, I asked David a question via the VRBO contact form and called his number listed on the site but he wouldn't respond. Check in: I received an email saying there was an error in sending us the instructions. After sending my email & cell via the app and replying to their email, no response. Turns out Kelli is the manager but her name & no. are nowhere on their VRBO site. She claimed it was her number. It wasn't. It was only David's no. She said I put too many numbers for my cell in the reservations (& giggled saying, then it was my fault) & that's why I didn't get the instructions. They had my email though & I resent my cell as I said above. I was on phone with VRBO for 1.5 hrs trying to get instructions. We will never stay here again. ##### Sheila and Ken S. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert H. 23 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### St John vacation Everything was great for the full week we stayed. Great location and amenities. Will definitely come back. ##### Robert H. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023