Rebecca's Fancy -- directly across from Hansen Bay

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PATIO WITH PROPANE GRILL, TEAK LOUNGERS, DINING TABLE

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2500 sq ft

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Space

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Explore the area

St. John, VI

Virgin Islands National Park13 min walk
Cinnamon Bay Beach27 min drive
Trunk Bay33 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Rebecca's Fancy is ideal for couples who enjoy swimming, snorkeling, SCUBA, kayaking, SOP, sailing, hiking, star gazing, fishing, and beach combing right outside your door. Shallow calm waters, cool tropical tradewinds, lush landscaping, amazing rainbows, and enchanting starry nights await.

The spotless air-conditioned, one bedroom, one bath cottage has full kitchen with dishwasher, decks and patio with chaise lounges and gas grill. Rebecca's Fancy was designed and equipped with full amenities for your comfort and convenience. Nature provides all the sights, sounds and smells.

The friendly easy-going island of St. John remains one of the most pristine and uncrowded in the Caribbean. Most of St. John's land (2/3's) and surrounding waters are managed by the United States National Park Service. Rebecca's Fancy is located on the east end of St John on Hansen Bay, directly across from the accessible sandy beach.

After driving through the National Park's Hurricane Hole you arrive at the quiet East End that is remote and completely surrounded by aquamarine crystal clear waters, white sand beaches and breathtaking views. Several uncrowded beaches are a walk away. A relaxing ten minute drive to Coral Bay and you will enjoy dining, live music, horseback riding and boutique shopping. National Park activities are nearby.

Because our electricity is expensive and unreliable we installed a 8kwh solar system in 2013. We are powering the cottage and main house 100% with solar power and a battery backup system.

Keywords: One Bedroom, One Bath Stand alone Cottage By the Sea

Property manager

JAY & ATHENA

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Property is on a steep driveway

Events

No events allowed

The cottage is small and has no room for entertain

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking permitted on outdoor deck and patio areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: The cottage is small and has no room for entertain

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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

St. John

Located in St. John, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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What's nearby

Virgin Islands National Park - 13 min walk
Maho Beach - 24 min drive
Cinnamon Bay Beach - 27 min drive
Cinnamon Bay - 32 min drive
Trunk Bay - 33 min drive

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

The Willy T
Omar’s Dockside
Lime Out - 2 min walk
Myetts Garden & Grill
Skinny Legs - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rebecca's Fancy -- directly across from Hansen Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rebecca's Fancy -- directly across from Hansen Bay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rebecca's Fancy -- directly across from Hansen Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rebecca's Fancy -- directly across from Hansen Bay located?

With direct access to the beach, this St. John cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Virgin Islands National Park, Long Bay, and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. Hurricane Hole is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anthony K.

Mar 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Best Experience

The hosts, Jay and Athena, were the best hosts I have ever encountered - in forty five years of travel and work. These are authentic people who have carefully created a guest house experience perfect for a peaceful St John's retreat. We are very grateful.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Mar 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away!

Great clean and quiet cottage overlooking the beach. Jay & Athena were very friendly and helpful. Looking forward to staying here again when we return.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnine C., Santa Fe, USA

Jan 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

If your desire is to snorkel, kayak and swim this is your ideal place. We loved being able to do this without getting in the car. The quiet and peaceful location suited us and had everything we needed for an extended stay. The hosts were delightful and helpful and the views memorable.

Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Dec 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cottage, Amazing Location!

Our stay at Rebecca's Fancy allowed us to spend most of our days across the street at Hanson's Bay, where we enjoyed snorkeling, swimming and beach play. Jay set up a covered shelter over their picnic table on the beach, so we had shade and a place to put our stuff. We did drive out to Cruz Bay and the north shore beaches one of our days, and spent one day at Salt Pond bay, but we were there for the snorkeling and quiet relaxation, so there was no need to spend too much time driving about. Jay and Athena were wonderful hosts, and the cottage was very nice. We were surprised at the high cost of food (~ 3x the cost of groceries at home), and the lack of much island-grown fruits or veggies. There are several restaurants/bars and 3 grocery stores in Coral Bay, which is a ~ 20 minute drive away. We are definitely hoping to return here!

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie M., Long Island, New York

Aug 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A week in paradise

My husband and I were looking for a relaxing, secluded place to spend our vacation - Rebecca's Fancy was everything we wanted and more. Located in the beautiful and remote East End of St. John, the property was extremely well kept, comfortable, full of thoughtful amenities and decor. The wraparound deck offered stunning views, and we spent each morning enjoying the sounds of the birds and wildlife, basking in the breathtaking vista of teal waters and lush mountains across the way. The bay is just steps away from the cottage and offers a lovely sandy beach as well as plenty of reefs for snorkeling and exploring. Jay was the perfect host, an endless source of information and laughs - he made himself available whenever we needed him while also giving us plenty of space and privacy the rest of our stay. Thank you Jay and Athena for the most beautiful memories in your little slice of paradise. We are already dreaming of our return.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by JAY & ATHENA

Greetings, after living in the Philadelphia area our entire lives and raising our 3 children there, we relocated to St. John in 2002 fulfilling a 12 year dream (plan)of living in our paradise. We have been fortunate to have traveled and visited many beautiful places around the world. When we first visited St John in 1989 we knew we found our paradise.

We designed and built Rebecca's Fancy ourselves to provide a practical and fun place to enjoy all that St John has to offer. Athena and I take pleasure in sharing our blessings with others. As our guests, you too will enjoy the magical sights, sounds and smells of St. John. Athena and Jay Swartley

Why they chose this property

We choose this property because of it's proximity to the beach and the sea 100 feet away! St. John is a small 20 square mile mountainous island with a limited number of properties that are on the water. Rebecca's Fancy is less than a quarter mile from the end of the road that begins at the ferry dock in Cruz Bay. This provides us a very quiet, peaceful place to live and enjoy all that St John has to offer.

What makes this property unique

Living in a private, quiet and safe community is a blessing. Most of our neighbors are full time residents. We chose to live here because we are remote and we hear the lapping up of the Hansen Bay waves, very serene...

SOLAR POWERED.