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“Secluded Romantic Villa with Private Pool—Nestled in Lush National Park Beauty”

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St John, US Virgin Islands
  • Place, Rendezvous Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Klein Bay
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Boatman Point
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪64 min drive‬

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About the area

St. John

When you stay at this villa in St. John, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. .This villa is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from Sapphire Beach and 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from Trunk Bay.
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What's nearby

  • Rendezvous Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Klein Bay - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Boatman Point - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Trunk Bay - 24 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shambles - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

“Secluded Romantic Villa with Private Pool—Nestled in Lush National Park Beauty”

Romantic & Secluded One-Bedroom Villa with Breathtaking Valley Views and Private Pool

Escape to an intimate Caribbean sanctuary nestled beside the lush National Park, where romance and serenity come together in perfect harmony. This exquisite one-bedroom villa is designed exclusively for couples seeking privacy, comfort, and the natural beauty of the island.

Your Private Caribbean Oasis

From the moment you arrive, you’ll be enveloped in tranquility. This beautiful masonry villa, built with local stonework, sits amid lush greenery, offering a unique blend of modern luxury and authentic Caribbean charm. The villa’s hillside location treats you to sweeping views over Fish Bay, framed by the lush valley and kissed by refreshing trade winds that keep the atmosphere cool and inviting.

Exclusive Amenities for Unparalleled Comfort

Your private retreat boasts a stunning array of features designed to elevate your stay:
• Private Pool: Enjoy leisurely swims in your secluded pool, set against the backdrop of the valley with breathtaking sunsets that paint the horizon.
• Outdoor Shower: Experience the luxury of an outdoor shower in a tranquil courtyard garden, surrounded by lush tropical foliage.
• Spacious Kitchen & Dining: The fully equipped kitchen, complete with counter seating for four, offers everything you need for preparing meals at home. Dine al fresco in the outdoor dining area with seating for up to ten, perfect for romantic dinners or hosting an intimate gathering under the Caribbean stars.
• Custom-Built Furnishings & Open Design: The villa features custom-designed furniture, cathedral ceilings with exposed cypress beams, and tall double doors that create an airy, open atmosphere, blending indoor and outdoor living seamlessly.

Designed for Comfort & Style

Constructed with a thoughtful eye for detail, this villa combines rustic Caribbean architecture with modern comfort:
• Central Air Conditioning: Stay comfortable no matter the weather with central air conditioning throughout the villa.
• Natural Stone & Timber Details: The warm tones of local stone and rich wooden finishes create an inviting, cozy ambiance that perfectly complements the island’s natural beauty.
• Lush Outdoor Spaces: Explore the beautifully landscaped gardens, where fragrant flowers, tropical plants, and mature trees provide an immersive sense of nature.

Location & Privacy

Located just a short drive from local attractions and island beaches, this villa offers the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility. A rental car is required to make the most of your stay. While the owner resides in a separate unit below, with a completely private entrance, your villa is designed to ensure total privacy for a peaceful and uninterrupted stay.

What Guests Love About This Villa

• Uninterrupted Views & Peaceful Setting: Guests rave about the stunning views over the valley, the gentle sound of the breeze, and the absolute tranquility of the setting.
• Romantic Ambiance: With its secluded location, lush surroundings, and elegant design, this villa is a favorite choice for honeymooners, anniversaries, and couples seeking a romantic escape.
• Thoughtful Details: From the high-quality finishes to the custom-built furniture, every element of the villa is designed to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible.

Things to Note

• A rental car is required to reach the property and explore the island.
• The villa is accessed via a paved hillside road that offers both stunning views and privacy.
• The villa is adults-only, ideal for a couple’s getaway.
• Pool maintenance and garden care are conducted regularly to maintain the beauty and comfort of the property.

Your Island Adventure Awaits

Whether you’re lounging by the private pool, enjoying a sunset dinner with a view, or taking a quiet morning walk through the garden, this villa is your home base for exploring the beauty and adventure of the Caribbean. Dive into local culture, discover hidden beaches, and return each day to your peaceful haven, where every moment is an invitation to relax and rejuvenate.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg 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.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking Inside

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Take out the trash

Pets

Pets allowed

Welcoming dogs only

1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property

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“Secluded Romantic Villa with Private Pool—Nestled in Lush National Park Beauty” Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 109 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

tom h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home is impeccably clean, well planned out, away from the noisy city but close enough to get to town easily. We had one issue with refrigerator and stove not working when power returned, but it was addressed quickly. Could not have had a better vacation. thanks for all the extra perks during the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

8/10 Good

Ethan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property with amazing views over the bay. Only issue we had was with the large amount of bugs/insects, especially in the open air bathroom where there were swarms of mosquitos.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russ P.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second stay at Ted's home. All the accommodations, including all the little things that makes this home feel so special was perfect. It's truly a special place for us. Even more so of late. We hope to return some day soon. Special thanks to Hannah and her team, as we were running late upon arrival. A special request for future visitors to donate to the St John Animal Care Center...a worthy organization and cause.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracie C., Aurora, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything about our stay was stellar. The driving at night was definitely a challenge, but well worth it. The owner truly created his own personal paradise with great intention to share his vision with his guests. There were so many special amenities and unique touches such as a greeter, welcome snacks, a fully stocked bar as well as kitchen spices, a stocked refrigerator with cold drinks and more. A true Chef’s Kitchen for “Foodies” like us! From the kitchen to the bathroom to the pool area and beautiful tropical gardens around the house you felt like you were embraced by loving arms the minute you entered the villa. With that said, you also have the added bonus of amazing views from all sides of Villa. The craftsmanship and outdoor wrap around deck were incredible. We definitely recommend Carmel by the Sea! Just a short drive from Cruz Bay. It was wonderful to be away from the crowds in a true tropical paradise!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Sandy L., Ambler Pennsylvania

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hostess was welcoming. The setting is beautiful, however the villa is very tired. The fan and light over the kitchen counter did not work, lighting was not bright, kitchen area is very dark, the living room couches were very uncomfortable and marred, the living area was also very dark. We asked for bug repellant to replenish the spray in the bathroom on Monday/Tuesday. Did not receive the repellant until Friday. Many of the remotes were not functional and were not labeled. The many candles, both electronic and traditional were not functional when we needed them. The power went out on Friday, and remained off over 36 hours. We heard generators running all around us in other houses, however our villa had no generator. Without power, we couldn't flush the toilet, take showers or wash the dishes. We were surprised that through out the week, no one serviced the pool or came to clean up. We would suggest that the villa is desperate for a "deep clean"...bugs in the bathroom globes and dust on the pans hanging from the kitchen rack and the kitchen globes need some attention. Spices in the kitchen should be discarded due to moisture making them solid and impossible to use. We had to wash and clean dishes, pots and pans before we were able to use them.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adele K.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

MARGARET ELIZABETH R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with great views and wonderful host. Enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just as described-great property in a great location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was great
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jason E.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
everything was clean and such a nice vibe. Only issues were we had a reaction to the pool, idk if it was the chlorine or the pool noodles. But bad rashes all over our arms. Then the no hot water and bathroom having a large amount of mosquitoes was a bummer. Everything else was great, location, view, the house, the plants. we loved it and would return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is a hidden gem. While we were ready to escape reality for a few days we didn’t have access to wifi/internet despite multiple requests so this made it challenging to be able to plan where to go or how to get there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice K.

Liked: Cleanliness
My husband and I booked Caramel by the Sea for our honeymoon. We wanted something private with a pool and this home did not disappoint. The views from the pool and back wraparound deck were phenomenal. The interior with the wood and high ceilings was beautiful. It was really helpful to have a greeter meet us at our jeep rental and show us the way to the house. Chef Ted lives below but we only saw him once and he was very personable. The house has everything you could need. Gorgeous kitchen. Outdoor bath. Private pool. Ambiance. Stocked bar. Views. Beach supplies and more. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful home nestled in the hills above fish bay. I felt like I was staying in a botanist’s dream, there was so much greenery on the property! Ted really takes care of this place, and the kitchen was very well appointed. We ended up eating out only one night because I was enjoying the kitchen and grill so much. The house had everything we needed to explore St. John, even a cooler and beach chairs. The outdoor bathroom was elegant and so charming. Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful trip great location and hospitality

A quick get away for my wife and I. This location was secluded and quiet. Was great to unwind after the days adventures. Easy to get to a store when needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy A., Moonachie

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

This is an unusual property but near perfect.The maintenance of the plants is an endless project and the results show off the hard work.Due to carnival we had trouble checking in but after finding out that reason for all the communication problems was celebrating carnival all was forgiven everyone loves a party.The big problem for me was the near nonexistent WiFi service you have to be a maximum of 15 feet away from router to get service. No service by the pool or the bed room. On the bright side it forced me to relax instead of work. We solved the mosquito problem by making sure the bathroom door to the bedroom remained closed the entire stay. The reviews on the open air bath were not clear in my opinion. The outdoor shower and toilet have a roof on it but one wall is completely open to a 8’x12’ area filled with potted plants.It looks great but it needs a little retaining wall to prevent the rain from coming on the bathroom floor.It is a real wake up call stepping in a small puddle of water in the middle of the night. I like to know everything about the rentals before I go so I can decide if something is a deal breaker for me.I would rent this house again and will have great memories and some stories to share with others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic and Special

Our stay was wonderful. Location is secluded but still accessible to Cruz Bay. The views here are breathtaking. The pool is a wonderful addition, especially if you get a chance to watch the Stars. It very much feels like a home while you're staying there. You certainly need a rental car as well as be adventurous in your driving skill.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

It was clean and had an amazing view
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, remote spot for couples

Loved this place … driving is not for the faint of heart … chef’s kitchen is ideal for quiet evenings at home …
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay

We loved our stay here. This place is wonderfully outfitted and feels secluded, but not so much that a 15 minute drive can't get you to Cruz Bay! Tons of vegetation both outside and inside to just make this place feel so comfy and relaxing! The pool was well maintained and the grill was ready, which we took advantage of both.The host is very pleasant and available if needed, although you won't need anything to enjoy your stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Second time staying at Carmel will be back next year absolutely fantastic Loved It!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming Stay on St. John.

Charming villa in a great location on Fish Bay. Our 2nd stay on St. John and Carmel By the Sea was a great spot for us to get where we wanted to and come home to relax in our own private retreat. Lots of beautiful plants around the villa which added to the secluded feel. The pool/deck area was exactly as pictured. There is a large, well stocked kitchen/bar area with plenty of room to prepare meals & drinks. The bathroom is uniquely open to a private bedroom porch area outside. We liked it and found keeping towels on the rack inside the door to the bedroom minimized mosquito issues mentioned by some. This place has everything you need to enjoy your trip. Our only suggestion would be to refresh the couches in the seating area. We had a great time!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025