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Overview of Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage!

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Map
Coral Bay, St John
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park11 min walk
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay26 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)97 min drive

Space details

1 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 2
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

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

Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage!

Tucked high on Sea Grape Hill, Bon Bini Cottage is a peaceful retreat overlooking beautiful Coral Bay, St. John. The cottage boasts picturesque views, convenience to the town of Coral Bay and nearby beaches, and all of the amenities of home.

*** KEY FEAUTRES ***
-One bedroom, one bathroom home with no shared spaces whatsoever (complete privacy for you & your guest!)
-Air conditioning throughout
-Full-sized kitchen with new appliances
-StarLink Internet
-Hot tub
-Stand-up paddleboards, floats, beach chairs, beach coolers with ice packs, & beach towels all provided

Bon Bini features a well-equipped kitchen, suitable for making meals during a relaxing evening in. The living area offers a cozy couch with views, air conditioning, an indoor dining table, and a private and spacious attached half bath. The kitchen, living room area, and bathroom make up one building of Bon Bini Cottage.

The second building of the cottage is home to the private & quaint bedroom. Complete with a queen sized bed, it is outfitted with air conditioning to keep you cool after a day in the St. John sun.

At Bon Bini Cottage, the private deck is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning as the sun rises or listen to the enchanting sounds of tree frogs at night. Relaxing in the hot tub for two under the stars is a wonderful way to end the day. The outdoor shower showcases the view of Coral Bay while still being completely private. Lounging chairs to soak up the sun and an outdoor grill complete the space.

The cottage is also stocked with lots of beach gear, including: two beach chairs, a beach umbrella, four beach towels, a small cooler with ice packs, floats, noodles, and two paddleboards!

The property where Bon Bini Cottage is located is often visited by sheep, goats, donkeys, chickens, and tortoises. There is also lots of lizards/geckos and birds (thrashers, bananaquits, & hummingbirds) around at all times. Finally, it is important that we note to guests that a cat named Sebastian visits the cottage frequently and enjoys being pet. Sebastian has a comfortable home with plenty of food and water (he is not a stray cat!), but enjoys making his rounds at all the houses on the hillside. If you do not enjoy the company of roaming cats (or possibly other wildlife), Bon Bini Cottage may not be well-suited for your time on St. John.

The location of the cottage is the perfect mix of tranquility and convenience. A quick drive down the mountain leads you to the town of Coral Bay. Various restaurants (many with with live music), a grocery store, mini mart, and shops are all located within a five or ten minute drive. The beaches of the North Shore (including the notable Maho Bay and more secluded Francis Bay) are less than 15 minutes away. Visitors looking to enjoy the locals crowd on the beaches can venture to the East End of St. John or Salt Pond and Lameshur Bays in 20 minutes.

Please note that we have one NEST camera in the driveway/parking area. This camera records movement, but not sound.

Property manager

Emily

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Ecotours 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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

Property is also known as

Plan Your Relaxing Getaway Bon Bini Cottage Coral Bay
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway Bon Bini Coral Bay
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! St. John
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! Cottage St. John
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! Cottage
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! Cottage
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! St. John
Plan Your Relaxing Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! Cottage St. John

About the area

St. John

Located by the sea, this cottage is in Seagrape Hill, a neighbourhood in St. John. 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.

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min walk
  • Maho Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 16 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 18 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 19 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 9 min walk
  • The Windmill Bar - 20 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 25 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Plan Your Perfect Getaway at Bon Bini Cottage! located?

Located in Seagrape Hill, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Emmaus Moravian Church and Virgin Islands National Park. Hurricane Hole and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kerri J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Property was exactly as shown. What a perfect Caribbean escape location. Definitely need a jeep to manage the road to Bon Bini. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B., Mohnton

Liked: Cleanliness
Hard to beat view.
Bin Boni is very small but a beautiful clean well cared for place high on the hillside overlooking Coral Bay. We enjoyed the view from the deck watching the action in the harbor. The goats, chickens and birds were entertaining below our deck as well. Love the outdoor shower and the beautiful landscape around the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah, Bristow

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view of Coral Bay. Walk down the hill to Skinny Legs or Rhumb Lines or drive to the nearby grocery stores. In between our two favorite beaches, Maho and Salt Pond. Cottage had everything you need to make meals. Note that the bathroom is in a separate building than the bedroom- you may want to bring a robe for getting up to go to the bathroom in the night. Host provided excellent instructions, including a video of how to get to the cottage. Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on Coral Bay!
Bon Bini is so worth the climb. We loved the privacy and beautiful view overlooking Coral Bay from our deck. Having the two cabins, outdoor shower and hot tub made our stay a fun little adventure. We look forward to a future stay Bon Bini.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view in secluded area
This place is spectacular from beginning to end. Before our arrival Emily sent us all the info we needed (including a video of the drive up to the cottage) to find the place and get settled. If you are looking for a private, relaxed retreat with the ability to go and do as much as your heart desires then this is it! We enjoyed the 2 person hot tub with a view after long days on the beach, exploring the island and a little bit of hiking. There are plenty of food options nearby that are very good (skinny legs, rhumb lines and Johnny lime’s Sunday brunch) and it’s a short boat ride to the kime out taco bar. The tacos truly are some of the best I’ve ever had. We didn’t spend much time inside the cottage at all because there was just no need to! I mentioned the view, right?!?! We stayed on the balcony watching the boats and the sunrise/sunset. If you wanted to spend time inside it has all the amenities you could want if you choose to use them. This place very high on my list for tropical travel. Not just St. John, but the cottage! High marks for location, privacy, seclusion, ease of use, and outdoor living space. Thank you for sharing your little cottage in paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandy P., Sanford, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!!
Bon Bini was everything and more! Pics don't do the view justice. We absolutely loved the location! Once you get the hang of the switch backs to get to cottage you are good to go. We loved our stay and Emily was sooo helpful. She made everything so easy. Hope to be able to come back and stay again one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

clare d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
We had so much fun exploring the beaches and historical sites of St. John. We appreciated the peaceful and scenic views overlooking coral bay. We would love to visit again! Emily was a fantastic communicator and has great taste!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay at Bon Bini
We had an amazing time at Bon Bini cottage! The views, hot tub, and outdoor shower were wonderful. The cottage was well stocked with beach gear, we particularly enjoyed the paddle boards. Do yourself a favor and stay here!! We couldn’t recommend it more!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable Stay
This is a unique property with a great manager. Everything exceeded our expectations. Manger was super responsive and beyond helpful. Very clean and well maintained property. Would stay here again without question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

maryjane a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dreamy St. John Destination
This darling cottage was perfect for my husband and I on a relaxing trip away. We were looking for something that was away from the hustle and bustle and Bon Bini was absolutely wonderful. Two cottages - one with the bedroom, one with kitchen, living area, and toilet. Outdoor shower which was really fun, And the VIEW. It's impossibly gorgeous. Surreal even. We spent a lot of time sitting at the table (you see in the first photo of the listing) and gazing out at the boats, water, and island beyond. In the evening, it's quiet and chill. Emily was so kind, answering all of my questions prior to arrival, providing helpful tips, and even sending a video of how to find the cottage. St. John doesn't provide road signs or house numbers so navigation is a little tricky overall - but Emily made it SO easy. We even locked ourselves out during our stay and she had us back in in less than 5 minutes. Coral Bay has a few restaurants, market, and small dock to catch excursions from. We ate at Rhumb Lines and Skinny Legs - very different experiences, but both great! We went to Lime Out (which you can see from the cottage), and it was a 5 minute boat ride from Coral Bay. Super easy and convenient - and FUN. My biggest advice would be to rent a jeep. St. John overall has a lot of switch backs and rocky roads, especially if you want to adventure around the island. We had a car and it was ok, but next time we will level up for a jeep. It's about 20-25 minutes to get to the cottage from Cruz Bay and about 15 minutes from the Maho/Trunk Bay beaches - which were our favorite. We really wanted our time at Bon Bini and in Coral Bay to be quiet and relaxing since this was a couples only trip for two exhausted parents of three kids. It was PERFECT for us and we can't wait to go back some day. Book this rental, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023