Cottage vacation rentals in St. John

Cynthia and her team were amazing. From the moment we booked until we left, the communication was prompt and helpful. The place is Heaven on Earth! The views are amazing and very private. There are gorgeous paths on the property with exotic plants and wildlife. The hosts have everything you will need, including aloe for sunburns, beach chairs, snorkeling gear, towels, coolers, etc. This is probably the nicest and most well appointed rental we have stayed in. The location is quiet and only a short drive to restaurants, the market, marina, beaches and hikes. However, being at the far end of the island, everything is scaled down and there are fewer people. We found uninhabited beaches and some of the best hiking ever. If you don't like crowds, this is the place for you. Highly recommend.

Owners were super nice and easy to work with! Caretakers, Joe and Sally couldn't have been more helpful. My family would love to return to this special house!

A lovely week for our family vacation to St John! Fair Winds is very private, cozy, and comfortable. The VIEW IS AMAZING. We stargazed every night and felt the trade winds cool us off after an outdoor shower in paradise. The kids loved staying in the guest house while us parents stayed in the main house bedroom. Thank you, Margaret for meeting us in Coral Bay and leading us up the mountain so we knew exactly where to go!

Our stay at Stonehenge Cottage checked all the boxes - perfect location, beautiful surroundings, plenty of room for 5 adults, comfortable beds, and lots of amenities. The place is close to restaurants in Cruz Bay and there are 3 markets to pick up groceries and fresh fish for cooking at home. It is also close to the hiking trails and beaches on the south side of the island which are less populated and provide great snorkeling.

We enjoyed our stay at Fair Winds. We especially liked the beautiful view,the hot tub and outdoor shower, and waking up every morning to the sunrise view in front of us. The house was very private,and we appreciated the town of Coral Bay, much quieter and less built up than Cruz Bay. At night the view of the stars from the deck was incredible. The drive to the house is not for the faint of heart, we appreciated Margaret showing us the way the first time up, and we got used to it as the week went on. St John is so beautiful. We had a great week here celebrating our 25th anniversary!

Lynn’s place was perfect for us as 2 couples visiting St. John. Close to everything and with beautiful views, we enjoyed our stay. Kitchen was also really well-equipped which was much appreciated!

We enjoyed our visit to StJohn Island and especially the East side and beaches and beauty and peace! The cottage is so cute and the deck was nice to enjoy the champagne that she left for us!! So sweet! The bed is incredibly comfortable and the linens were so nice and soft also!! We are particular about beds and this one was one of the most comfortable ever! The pool was a little hidden gem and a nice spot to hang out. Thanks so much for the communications and kindness - we appreciated your hospitality !

Great eco-friendly glamping. We stayed in a concrete yurt that was beautiful listening to the waves all night long.

First I have to say both Maria and Chloe were fantastic hosts. They went above and beyond for me and my godmother. The cottage was absolutely adorable and perfect for two people. Very clean and homey. We loved it! The surrounding view of St. Thomas by the private pool was absolutely beautiful. You could even see the view from inside the cottage. What a amazing experience. The cottage is hands down my go too when I visit St. Thomas.

We had an incredible stay at this St. John gem! If you're looking for a private, authentic island experience, this is it. The hosts were incredibly responsive and helpful, making us feel right at home. The house itself is a charming rustic island home with breathtaking views. We loved having two separate living spaces, perfect for our group of two couples. The provided coolers, chairs, and floaties were a fantastic bonus, and we truly felt like we were living like locals. Plus, it was wonderfully affordable for all the amenities and views. Highly recommend!

Incredible energy, beautifully and thoughtfully decorated, and secluded from the rest of the world. If you’re looking for a beautiful place to escape on a small island, look no further. Grab a golf cart from Rachel’s rentals and enjoy the freedom of exploring water island! Ingrid was a delight in helping us with anything we needed. Everyone that was working/staying on the property was like minded and wonderful. Can’t wait to come back:)

St. Thomas was great but meeting Mida was my favorite part of the trip. She did more than she was suppose to do. Her personality was a true blessing during this trip. If you guys have de opportunity to book with her, don’t think it twice. After that trip I won a mom in st. Thomas.

Very nice. Pictures are very accurate. Comfortable. Clean. Nice.

Terry is an amazing host, very responsive and helpful! All of her recommendations are on point. Her home is very clean with everything you need. The back deck is so relaxing with amazing views! Sea Spirit was so cozy and comfortable, it felt like home. The property is minutes away from amazing beaches and hiking. If you want a quiet place off the beaten path this place is for you!

Look no further for your romantic getaway! This adorable cottage had all we needed for an adventure filled and relaxing stay in St John. We loved the location too! We rented a car and really appreciated how short of a drive it was to get downtown. The snorkeling gear and beach amenities were perfect! This stay was worth every penny! Can’t wait to return and stay here again :)

Absolutely enjoyed our stay! Perfect getaway for my wife and I on the quieter side of the Island. We’ll definitely be back to enjoy Jewels View next time we visit St. John…. Excellent communication/responsiveness with host and very eager to help during your stay.

We had a lovely time. Sylvia showed us around on the first day which was a big help. It was nice to be able to walk everywhere, and we got to see the island peacocks on several occasions :-) walking to and from town.

Our stay at Bodhi House was great. The view of Coral Bay is unbelievable and great to relax w coffee or a cocktail at the beginning and end of day! The house is private and secluded w all you need for 2 people. Close to Francis and Maho Bay beaches (10 mins), Colombo’s for a morning coffee or smoothie (end of the drive way road in), and Coral Bay for groceries and restaurants (10 mins). Cruz Bay is about 20-25 mins away. The outdoor shower is beautiful but be prepared to chase the water if it’s breezy! Nice and clean tho!

My wife and I stayed here for our honeymoon/anniversary trip and it was perfect! So peaceful and calm after busy days of swimming, snorkeling, hiking, and eating/drinking. The place is exactly as described. The pool was a perfect temperature, surrounded by beautiful gardens, and shaded in the late afternoon, great for a dip after an adventure. Hannah and Lorraine had great thorough recommendations and were very helpful and communicative! The bed is comfy and the air conditioning in the bedroom is powerful. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals while we were there and the beach supplies and cooler provided were so helpful! We loved the island, the nature, and our stay- thank you again for a wonderful time!

We had a wonderful stay at Sylvia’s! She is very friendly and had great recommendations. We were able to walk to all the places we wanted to visit in Cruz Bay (Low Key Watersports, Beach Bar, Lime Inn, EVB, Mongoose Junction, Coconut Coast Studios). We appreciated that she picked us up, showed us around, and dropped us off at the end of our stay. Would definitely stay here again.

We loved our time at New Moon Escape. We live in a large city so we look for remote locations when traveling, this was about 10 minutes to stores etc, but felt a world away from any hustle or bustle. As others have mentioned - YOU NEED A JEEP. The outdoor shower was clutch for washing off all the beach sand and was one of my favorite features, while my husband enjoyed reading in the hammock amongst the trees. So fun to poke around the property and learn about the flora and fauna. We are big cooks so chose to eat-in, and were happy to find Calabash Market for our grocery needs just south of Coral Bay - an excellently curated store. Kitchen was light on pantry staples (a small bottle of olive oil, salt + pepper), but I pre-packed some blends from home. Grill was clean, and kitchenwares met our needs. Beach towels and chairs were a nice add, both cooler options were a tad wonky tho, and we couldn’t find any snorkeling gear which I thought was listed. Overall, we adored our time here!

We stayed for a week in this beautiful place. Margaret was responsive if we needed her. The villa was very centrally located with everything (groceries, restaurants, taxi stand) within walking distance. We used the steep hill every time, and it was fine for us. The place was cozy and the bed was very comfortable. It had everything we needed for the two of us. The kitchen was well-stocked with a coffee maker, dishes, spices, and condiments; we did a lot of our own cooking. We used the provided beach towels and soft cooler for our day trips. There were chairs, toys, and floaties, which we did not need. We will hopefully be back here soon! We have no complaints or suggestions. Thank you Margaret for letting us stay in your place.