Location: Cruz Bay, USVI - St. John, Caribbean (Convenient walk-to-town location.) View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Condominium
Tropical Breeze Villa is the largest unit at Battery Hill--an elegantly cozy 9-unit condominium complex on the crest of a hill overlooking quaint Cruz Bay village. This luxurious unit boasts a spacious living area, a fully equipped kitchen, modern island decor, a queen sized master bedroom and a pair of twin beds in the large loft bedroom. Visually, the exposed beams and rustic cedar plank ceiling make the interior somewhat reminiscent of a Vermont barn. Five Hunter ceiling fans spaced throughout the unit supplement the nearly constant natural breezes. For added comfort, there are three air conditioners spaced throughout the unit.
With the completion of a second bathroom in early 2010, Tropical Breeze stands out as the only 2 bedroom/2 bath rental unit at Battery Hill. The Tropical Breeze kitchen was extensively remodeled in 2010. Improvements include new mahogany cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances. Even the toaster oven and coffee maker are brand new!
Tropical Breeze is on the top (3rd) floor of the outermost building; as a result, it offers incredible unobstructed views of the Caribbean, St. Thomas and inland St. John. On clear days, St. Croix--nearly 40 miles distant--may be seen on the southern horizon.
Battery Hill’s pool deck is a great spot to enjoy cocktails while grilling a burger or some fresh local fish on the nearby Weber grill. After a refreshing dip in the pool, you’ll find the Tropical Breeze balcony deck an irresistible spot for alfresco dining, capturing a sunset, watching the moon rise, or gazing at the stars. The views are magical.
As a guest at Battery Hill, you will enjoy luxurious "home away from home" accommodations and conveniences such as cable TV and WiFi service. Our on-island manager is always available for your special needs.
Locating a parking spot in Cruz Bay town can present the ultimate challenge. Our near-town location means that when you feel it’s time to grab a beer or tropical drink at one of the popular pubs, or enjoy a sumptuous meal at one of Cruz Bay’s world-class restaurants, or, perhaps, just do a bit of shopping, it will all be within easy walking distance. At Battery Hill, renting a vehicle is an option, not a necessity. If you do choose to rent a vehicle, rest assured that Battery Hill, unlike some other properties, offers ample off-street parking.
The nearest beach, at Frank Bay, can be reached in five minutes by foot. Taxi service to the National Park’s spectacular north shore beaches is both readily available and inexpensive.
Enjoy!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : There are 3 a/c units serving both bedrooms and the main living area.
- Linens Provided
- Washer : There is a coin operated laundry on site for guest use.
- Dryer : There is a coin-operated laundry on site for guest use.
- Off Street Parking : The Battery Hill parking lot adequately accommodates all guest vehicles.
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Shared Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Weber gas grill is located near pool and is shared with other guests.
- Deck/Patio : The patio surrounding the pool is equipped with furniture for lounging and dining.
- Balcony : The balcony/deck affords awesome views.
- View/Location
- Beach View
- Ocean View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Tropical Breeze is now fully air conditioned. It is the largest unit at Battery Hill and is located on the top (third) floor affording awesome views in every direction. The loft was recently refurbished and a second bath added.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : Families with toddlers are cautioned that this is an upper unit.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Winter:(Dec 18-Apr 14) .. $360/night .. $2400/week
Spring:(Apr 15-Jun 30) .. $290/night .. $1900/week
Summer:(Jul 01-Sep 30) .. $250/night .. $1700/week
Fall: (Oct 01-Dec 15) .. $290/night .. $1900/week
Note: Rates quoted are for double occupancy; additional guests @ $35/night.
Rates during Christmas, New Year and Presidents weeks subject to surcharge..
Additional fees: 10% hotel tax; $75 cleaning fee for stays less than 4 nights.
Minimum stay 3 nights; 7 nights during premium weeks. Discounts available.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Luxury Cruz Bay Condo Offers Awesome Views
Year Purchased: 1998
Tropical Breeze is located on the top (3rd) floor of the building on your left as you pass through the entry gate. The location offers unobstructed panoramic views.
It is possible to rent a car at the airport and bring it to St. John on the barge (car ferry).
The Marketplace is basically a mini mall containing a grocery, a pharmacy, a hardware store and several other retail stores..
Stop here for Virgin Islands National Park information and to achieve a better understanding of how the National Park Service serves St. John.
The Lind Point trail head is right behind the NPS visitors center. This is an easy trail and the best way to get to Salomon and Honeymoon beaches.
Some would argue that Honeymoon Beach is even better than Salomon. It's a tough call!
Owner's Map of Cruz Bay
There we are, dripping wet after a late afternoon dip at Trunk Bay. That’s me, the Connecticut Yankee with my Norwegian-born spouse.
In 1998, with our vacation needs more focused on winter than summer, we traded our Martha’s Vineyard vacation home for St. John and Battery Hill. Three years later, my brother and I sold our manufacturing business, and I transitioned into real estate sales (currently licensed in both Connecticut and the U.S. Virgin Islands). Inger took early retirement from her secretarial position, so we were free to escape the harsh New England winters. And for 3 years out of the past 13, we did just that. Heaven!
A rather famous poet wrote about how man’s best laid plans have a habit of going astray. How right he was! We recently became foster parents to our 13 year-old Grandson, so, for the foreseeable future, wintering on island will be out of the question, and we’ll be focusing on renting our home-away-from-home to nice folks like you.
Property Photos
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- View from Tropical Breeze balcony - Vacation Condo Rental in Cruz Bay, St. John
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- The Battery Hill property - Vacation Condo Rental in Cruz Bay, St. John
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- The Battery Hill property as seen from the ferry quay - Vacation Condo Rental in Cruz Bay, St. John
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- We love the views from our deck!!
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- Descending to the Battery Hill pool area
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- Cruz Bay harbor and Lind Point as viewed from the Battery Hill pool deck
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- Tropical Breeze kitchen & dining areas as viewed from the entry
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- Tropical Breeze living area
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- Tropical Breeze master bedroom
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- Tropical Breeze loft bedroom
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- A peek at the newly renovated kitchen
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- Relaxing at Salt Pond Beach
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- Trunk Bay -- one of the 10 best beaches on the planet
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- Secluded Salomon Beach is one of our favorites--and you can walk to it.
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- View of cruise ship from the Tropical Breeze deck
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- A sunset as viewed from the Tropical Breeze deck
Traveler Reviews (18)
Perfect for an island vacation!
Guest: jm
(Colorado)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12
Review Submitted: 01/21/12
This recently remodelled condo is perfect for 4 people. The balcony has a beautiful view overlooking Cruz Bay. The owner and managers were very helpful. The unit was very clean. Its location is ideal for being able to walk into Cruz Bay. There are also several beaches within a one and a half mile walking distance. I would definitely recommend it.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Beautiful Condo
Guest: Eric
(Commerce, MI)
Date of Stay: 12/17/11
Review Submitted: 01/21/12
The pictures don't do it justice. The views are incredible, watching the sunset over St. Thomas was one of our favorite things. Convenient location, having a place to park was great. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.
Crown Jewel in Cruz Bay
Guest: fei c.
Date of Stay: 01/01/12
Review Submitted: 01/14/12
Me, my wife and our daughter stayed at Tropical Breeze for six nights starting our new year. We enjoyed every minute of it, and we would definitely go back in the future. The condo exceeded all our expectations. The location is perfect, fantastic view of the ocean, Cruz Bay and beyond, walking distance to shopping, market, good restaurants, and more. The unit is well furnished, clean, spacious, and everything you need for cooking. The 2nd bathroom and it's top level deck make Tropical Breeze a crown jewel of the Battery Hill. The manager, Sharon is really nice, friendly, and always helpful.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Tropical Breeze and St. John are an exquisite perfect memory.
Guest: Doug
(Chappaqua, NY)
Date of Stay: 11/03/11
Review Submitted: 01/02/12
As a retiree, I have myriad opportunities to do what I love most, travel. For my time and expense there is no more fabulous a place than St. John; friendly, helpful people, tranquility of its two-thirds preserved nature, bountiful hiking & history to explore, all surrounded by pristine beach after beach after beach. (Yes, there is great food, lots of rum, shopping, and you can even buy a tee-shirt)! Tropical Breeze at Battery Hill Condos makes RETURNING to the aforementioned a paramount "bucket list" event. One stay at this magnificent condo will never suffice. It is five-star in every aspect; convenience, comfort, amenities, indescribably romantic Caribbean views, sunsets, and heavenly night skies. It is perfection in a beautiful, exquisite memory.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Perfect Viewing Spot
Guest: MLIS
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 11/20/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
Three of us (my wife and I and our long time friend) stayed for 5 nights and couldn't have picked a better spot. There is more than a 300 degree view of the area from a couple hundred feet high. The condos units are stacked with windows on all 4 sides. It was perfect for viewing the village below us and the sea around us. It was comfortable living, just a short walk down to town, and everything needed to enjoy the beach outings was provided. We enjoyed several hours by the pool which also had great views. It was even fun to observe our spot while down in town, and even from the Asolare restaurant on the distant hillside. As a matter of fact, you can look up and see the Battery Hill condo from almost anywhere in Cruz Bay. We've been traveling 3-4 times a year for over ten years and have never stayed in the same place twice. Should we find ourselves returning to St John, this one we would do again.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Great Time
Guest: Glenn
(Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 11/09/11
Review Submitted: 12/05/11
This unit was perfect, close to everything in Cruz Bay, had plenty of Parking, everyone in the units were friendly. Very well maintained and stocked for a long stay. Would highly reccommend to anyone.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children.
Fantastic!
Guest: Texas Beach Bums
(Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 10/13/11
Review Submitted: 11/13/11
My husband and I enjoyed the opportunity to stay at Tropical Breeze for 10 days in October. It was fantastic, to say the least. The unit and complex are exactly as described in the listing - but better in person! The views and breezes are breathtaking. Waking every morning to the beautiful view was a great way to start, and end, the day. The unit is extremely well maintained. All furnishings, appliances, linens and outdoor furniture are current. It is very obvious that the owner takes great pride in their unit. The grounds at Battery Hill are manicured, and very tropical. The pool area with grill and outdoor furniture is user friendly, and very clean. We enjoyed all of the local area restaurants and bars - as well as shopping in Cruz Bay. This trip we did not rent a car as we have in the past. We took advantage of the bus system - a treat in itself - and local taxi's - even pizza delivery! For touring all the beaches on the island at your leisure a car/jeep would be recommended. We particularly enjoyed the Iguana Grill - a newer restaurant/bar directly across from the famed Woody's. The Iguana Grill is elevated, shaded in the afternoon, and not on the street level so it is out of traffic. Good staff, food and happy hour! High Tide is also a favorite - right on the water with an extremely friendly staff and great food! Of course, cooking at the unit is easy because the kitchen is fully equipped. The owner was extremely responsive and easy to work with. Tropical Breeze will not dissapoint! We're already looking forward to our return. Thank you, Don, for a wonderful ten days!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
A Magical Place
Guest: Sandy
(Harwinton, CT)
Date of Stay: 02/06/11
Review Submitted: 10/11/11
We are planning our third visit to St. John and Tropical Breeze. After visiting many islands, we feel we have found the perfect combination in the island of St John and the amenities found at Tropical Breeze. The island offers many beaches, and each one offers something unique and enjoyable. Whether you spend your day lounging on the beach, snorkeling, hiking, or just touring around the island admiring its beauty, you can always look forward to a relaxing evening back at Tropical Breeze. You can enjoy the views, watch the boats coming in and out of the harbor, and ultimately experience the sunset. I particularly love waking in the morning and having my coffee on the deck, starting my day taking in the beautiful ocean view. As other guests have commented, the condo is well equipped, immaculate, quiet and convenient. The owners have upgraded the condo each year that we have visited, with a new bathroom off of the second floor bedroom, and this year an upgraded kitchen. We are looking forward to using the new kitchen, as dinner on the balcony is a wonderful way to spend a quiet evening, enjoying the tropical breezes. We love being able to walk to town after dinner on the deck and visiting the shops. You will get your exercise walking back, but it is well worth the climb to be able to relish the view. The restaurants in town are all quite good, with a nice variety from casual to high-end. A trip to Skinny Legs is a must. Again, a car is nice to have, but public transportation is easy to use and very convenient to access from Tropical Breeze. Enjoy your visit!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Wonderful!!!
Guest: shauna
(lexington, ky)
Date of Stay: 07/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/07/11
My husband and I stayed at Tropical Breeze in July for seven nights. We loved it the minute we walked in. Beautiful, tropical decor, air condtion throughout and a well stocked kitchen. We appreciated the free wi-fi, coolers and beach chairs. The location is great, we didnt rent a jeep this time! Im hoping to come back next July and bring some friends along with us! Thanks to Don for his prompt replies and information. See ya soon! Shauna and Chris Partin
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
Roomy, clean accommodations and amazing views
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 04/25/11
Review Submitted: 10/04/11
My girlfriend and I rented Tropical Breeze for a week in April. We were delighted by the accommodations. They exceeded our expectations. The space is very roomy and well-ventilated by many windows and glass doors and vaulted ceiling coupled with numerous ceiling fans, which certainly adequately provided ventilation to the large loft with it’s own full bath. The view from the deck down to Cruz Bay (which we enjoyed at breakfast most days) and sunsets across towards St Thomas were truly amazing! The view from the balcony is comparable to that found at both Asolare and Zozo’s – both very unique restaurants on either side of Cruz Bay. We enjoyed sunset cocktails at Zozo’s on multiple occasions, just a few minutes walk from Tropical Breeze. The proximity to town makes this place very convenient and the views are well worth the hike up the hill from town. We rented a Jeep to explore the island during the day and it was very convenient to have parking next to the unit and the beach chairs and coolers provided proved very useful as well. Everything you would expect to be provided in a rental was available. The kitchen had new appliances and every piece of equipment we needed. We loved this place and hope to return soon!
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