Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wonderful Condo

Guest: Connie S. (Peoria, Arizona)
Date of Stay: 05/12/12 Review Submitted: 05/22/12

My husband and I stayed in this condo for seven days in May and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our relaxing vacation. The location is perfect as it is right on the water and drinking coffee on the patio in the morning is a very enjoyable beginning to the day. The unit is beautifully decorated, quiet and very comfortable and the staff was attentive to any request. Red Hook is a short taxi ride away for dining, shopping and catching the ferry to St. John. Also, having the marina a two minute walk away made for a convenient way to catch the sailboat for a snorkeling excursion to St. John. We highly recommend this property and would rent it again if we return to St. Thomas.

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Sapphire is Paradise

Guest: paul r.
Date of Stay: 12/24/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

We stayed xmas week 2011 at condo and also used adjacent one for group of 6. Condo fully accompanied preparing/serving meals for 6, while offering increadible views and sounds of ocean steps away from patio. Everything we needed was there and owner reached out several times to insure our satisfaction. The condo was very comfortable and modern. Sapphire beach & marina offers everything visitor to St Thomas could need. A Great beach for swimming & snorkeling with dive and equip rental-- combined with marina offering every type of marine adventure, charters, or rentals u could want. A $1, Two minute taxi ride to Red Hook brings restaurants, shops, grocery, and Ferry to other islands. Overall a great Condo in a terrific resort on best location in St Thomas. We will return to sapphire for sure.

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Wonderful Condo

Guest: Julie S.
Date of Stay: 12/08/11 Review Submitted: 12/21/11

We loved staying at this condo! It's been nicely updated and is so comfortable. The view is fabulous, I loved starting the day with breakfast on the patio looking at the beautiful water. Sam, the property manager met us at the airport and we were able to stop for groceries on the way to the condo, worked out perfectly! The beach is terrific for snorkeling, I saw lots of sting rays. And it's great to be so close to Red Hook, you can eat there or hop on the ferry & go to St John for dinner. It's also great to have the marina right there at Sapphire. We went fishing on the Double Header one day (it was EPIC - a highlight for my husband!) and also went on the Breakaway II for a day trip to Virgin Gorda & Jost Van Dyke, and all we had to do was walk across the parking lot to the marina, could not have been easier! We did not rent a car this trip but used the taxis on site and also the Safari bus ($1/each to Red Hook, $2/each to Charlotte Amalie - you have to walk to the top of the hill to catch them). Annette was terrific, enjoyed talking to her on the phone and she was extremely helpful...thanks so much, we look forward to visiting again! - Julie & Clyde

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10 Day Stay

Guest: Rob (Dartmouth,NS)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11 Review Submitted: 11/09/11

Great area for stay in St Thomas...nice unit as described. Great food in Red Hook at Fat Boys and Molly Malones as well as live music. Condo was clean and maid services was daily. Had small issue with keypad doorlock which was resolved with owners local rep. I would recommend this unit for anyone. Cheers.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The Perfect Getaway

Guest: Christina M.
Date of Stay: 10/21/11 Review Submitted: 10/30/11

This location is ideal for a trip to St. Thomas. This was our second visit to the island, and we wanted to book a unit close to the beach. This unit has been recently renovated and is in great condition. Everything is clean and well maintained. The location is perfect- the deck opens directly onto the beach- which is very private. Annette was very helpful in booking the trip. When we arrived at the condo, she called to check in and make sure we had everything we needed. Everything listed was in the unit, and anything you might need on vacation is provided. There is also a relaxing pool area open to guests of Sapphire Beach. We would highly recommend this unit to anyone looking to travel to St Thomas!

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RIGHT On The Beach! Gorgeous! Nothing Better!

Guest: Michelle (Miami, Florida)
Date of Stay: 05/02/11 Review Submitted: 05/17/11

I visited St. Thomas Virgin Islands during Carnival and was looking for a place directly on the beach. I came across Annette's condo online, on Sapphire Beach. I am extremely pleased......When I walked into the condo, it was absolutely breathtaking! It is spacious, totally renovated with gorgeous appliances, fixtures, and furniture, and very clean! When I walked out onto the patio.......there are no words to describe it. It was RIGHT on the beach....it couldn't be any closer to the water! Annette is great...from the seamless reservation process to calling to make sure that everything was fine during my stay...she ensured that everything was perfect before, during, and after my stay. If you are thinking about reserving this property, do not hesitate!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolute Paradise

Guest: David and Stacy (Dayton, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/22/11 Review Submitted: 05/03/11

The condo was almost exactly as described, only better if that is possible! We loved everything about it. The view was incredible and fun to take in on the patio right on the beach with our mimosas in the morning! The beach was very private and there was never more than a few people on it. The condo was gorgeous inside and had everything that we needed. Annette was very helpful answering all of my 100 questions before and during the trip as this was my husband and my first time staying on St Thomas. Her recommendations were great. We loved the Old Stone Farmhouse for dinner. We also enjoyed an afternoon of fishing on the Double Header (caught a lot of fish and then kept some to eat for dinner that night)! We also enjoyed some frozen beverages from the little snack stand at the resort. They were delicious! We were able to see several other properties and resorts while we there there and were very glad we chose Annette's place at Sapphire. The combination of the beautiful condo with great ocean breezes, gorgeous beach, and proximity to everything would be hard to beat. We look forward to going back sometime and will definitely recommend it to family and friends! Thanks for a great week Annette!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful and Relaxing 7 Day Stay

Guest: Trvlingrl (CT)
Date of Stay: 04/11/11 Review Submitted: 04/24/11

Annette is a treasure. Very responsive to any questions I needed answering. The condo is very well equipped and the view is magnificent. We were there for a full moon. Gorgeous.Two steps from the verandah and your toes touch the powder white sand beach. 20 steps from there and you can be snorkeling in the warm turquoise blue water taking pix of the multicolored fish, little squid, urchins, little Skate And colorful fan and staghorn coral. A daily experience not to missed. Don't forget to go to Udder Delight for one of their many varieties of island flavored milkshakes. Not too far away and far from the cruise ships crowds in Charlotte Amalie. We higly recommend Annette's condo. This unit is perfectly located to the best part of the snorkeling beach And adjacent to the marina. The pool is lovely and hardly anyone in it. We walked the long beach every morning and the beach had been raked by 7am each day. A lovely experience. We hope to return again soon. Thanks Annette.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Loved this Condo and the resort!

Guest: Melissa (Dallas, TX)
Date of Stay: 03/30/11 Review Submitted: 04/11/11

My husband and I stayed 3 days at Annette's lovely condo located on Sapphire Beach. It was perfect for us. Very spacious, comfortable bed, modern bathroom and kitchen and a huge outdoor patio that was right on the beach. It was spotlessly clean and the A/C worked perfectly, too. We spent most of our time enjoying the lovely patio, having homemade margaritas and watching the ocean. The condo also has a nice view of St. John and you can see Cruz Bay lit up at night. We loved being in building E b/c it's on a quieter section of the beach but it was an easy 1-2 minute walk over to the pool or the "busier" side of Sapphire Beach. Annette was so helpful making arrangements for us in advance and answering all of our St. Thomas questions. She even arranged for someone to pick us up at the airport and stop by a grocery store so we could get some basic food and supplies when we arrived. The resort also has a convenient Budget rental car on site and a marina next door where you can rent jet skis or arrange sailing or fishing trips.The town of Red Hook was an easy 3-5 minute drive from the resort and there were plenty of restaurant options for us - cheap and expensive. Red Hook is also convenient if you want to take the ferries to St. John or to the BVI. We were both very pleased that we chose this condo and would pick it again in a heartbeat.We're even planning to stay again next year!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect location and experience

Guest: exSydneysider (Cleveland, OH, USA)
Date of Stay: 02/08/11 Review Submitted: 02/21/11

Strongly recommend booking this condo. Your vacation will be perfect!The location on the beach (on the quieter side) is perfect with wonderful views. Well kept and maintained with quality fittings and equipment. Better room servicing than a resort. Close to Red Hook and the St. John ferry terminal. The booking process is extremely simple and Annette answers all your questions quickly and makes all the arrangements for your airport pickup/dropoff, condo servicing etc. Sapphire Beach is a really pretty beach with turqoise / aquamarine water and a reef. The yacht marina round the corner has day excursions to the BVI etc. and sports fishing trips. A bonus is the fresh fish one can buy off the fishing boats each day! There are really no negative points about this condo - we greatly enjoyed our stay and will be back to enjoy this beautiful island gem.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Very Relaxing "Double" Celebration!!!

Guest: Mary & Rick (Wilmington, DE)
Date of Stay: 02/03/11 Review Submitted: 02/20/11

Wow!!! What a wonderful time my husband and I had for our special celebrations at Annette's condo. When we arrived at the airport,Sam was there to greet us with a big smile - he made everything so easy for us - stopping for groceries was a great idea to get us started with our essentials...he is such a gem and so easy going!!! When you arrive at the condo all of the stress is taken away when you look out the sliding glass doors...ahhhh, what a breathtaking view, and so close to the water it's unbelievable! We were looking for a relaxing place and Annette's condo was a perfect choice for us. The condo is very clean and well maintained and the updated kitchen and bath are beautiful. We rented a car ahead of time through Budget Rentals at Sapphire Beach and everything worked out very well--I was in and out of the lobby in less than 10 mins after I got the car. Red Hook is only a 1/2 mile drive and has a bunch of restaurants--don't miss out on the ferry ride to St John--it's only a 15 min trip!! It is beautiful at St John, but we couldn't wait to get back to the condo. The beach out the door is almost like your very own private beach--there were not a lot of people. We enjoyed the bi-level pool as well, it is very clean...we loved sitting there looking out at the blue blue water; maybe some day they will get the pool bar up and running again--it would be a great asset; we went to the Banana Cabana on site (betw bldgs B&C)...they have very good food and drinks there!! There are so many restaurants on the island, but we highly recommend The Old Stone Farmhouse--if you are looking for something out of the ordinary (meeting the chef in the kitchen to see the specials for the evening!), reserve in advance...we had a superb dinner there and it's only 20-25 mins from the condo--we took a taxi so we wouldn't worry about coming home in the dark esp. after a couple of celebration drinks!! Relax and enjoy is what we did--hey, it's the islands, how can you not relax! Thank you, Annette for answering all of my emails--you are the best! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy your very comfortable condo - we hope to be back again sometime!! Mary and Rick - Wilmington, Delaware

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Panoramic View at Water's Edge Property #117187

Guest: Beach Goer (Cincinnati, Ohio, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/14/11 Review Submitted: 01/25/11

My wife and I have traveled the US and the World and have stayed on many well known beaches but this Condo location and setting at Sapphire Beach was the best we have found. The accomidations were superior, Annette provided top notch customer service and the location was like being in Paradise.If you just want to De-Stress and enjoy this Paradise setting this is well worth the trip. I highly recommend this VRBO property. We will be back again next year. Mike & Pat Stevens Cincinnati, Ohio January 2011. .

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Anniversay stay on Sapphire Beach

Guest: Dale (Lakewood Ranch, FL)
Date of Stay: 01/05/11 Review Submitted: 01/11/11

My wife & I spent 5 days at Annette's condo in Sapphire Beach. It was everything we had hoped for and more. The listing was very accurate and complete. Annette was constantly very helpful with any questions we had and she checked into with us numerous times to make sure everything was fine. The condo was exceptionally clean and well maintained. We particularly liked the double bathroom sinks in the updated marble bathroom. The condo has several ceiling fans, as well as air-conditioning in the unit. We were always comfortable while we were in the condo. Access to Red Hook is so easy and this made going to the market and selecting from a variety of restaurants quite easy. Parking in Red Hook is challenging, but there is paid parking (quite reasonable) at the ferry dock, and walking the rest of Red Hook is very easy. We rented a car and were able to drive around the island to visit Charlotte Amalie (park at the Yacht Haven Grande, and hop a local taxi bus into center of shopping, as parking is difficult in the core area), and other sights, such as Magen's Bay. Driving is a challenge, but if you stay focused and always remember - Stay Left- you will be fine. Don't miss a ferry boat ride to St Johns. We spent a lovely day shopping, walking the beaches, and having a seaside lunch. Very inexpensive and we met numerous other travelers on the boat and walking around the island. Two restaurants on the island that we liked were: Mims in Bolongo Bay and Agave Terrace at Point Pleasant Resort on the east end of the island. We had our anniversary dinner at Agave, and the setting and the meal were outstanding. Everything worked well to make for a memorable trip for our 40th Anniversary.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

This condo was great!

Guest: Celeste (Redmond, WA)
Date of Stay: 12/23/10 Review Submitted: 01/10/11

The interior of this condo was fantastic and super comfortable, with all the amenities we needed. And the location was incredibly convenient, being within easy walking distance from the ferry terminal to St. John and Redhook for shopping. It was right on the beach for easy access to the water or to sit in the sun. I'd definitely recommend this condo if you're staying at the eastside of St. Thomas!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful time... great time with a 22 month old.

Guest: Naomi & Alexander (Reston, VA)
Date of Stay: 12/09/10 Review Submitted: 12/29/10

My husband and I and our 22 month old recently returned from 10 days at Annette's lovely condo in early December. It was ideal for us in that because it was on the first floor we could open up the door, and out ran our son right onto the beach (though in front of Building E it is somewhat rocky by the units, but as you get closer to the water's edge (about 10 more steps!), there were fewer. We chose Building E because we wanted it to be quiet, and it definitely was, and it has the benefit of being right by the marina, so we took twice daily walks around the Marina so my son (and us!) could admire the boats. Annette was super helpful in our planning our trip, and was very generous of her time in answering our never ending questions (our first time to the island). The place was exactly as pictured, and it was great to be able to "partition" the room off so that we didn't have to go to bed at 8:00pm when our son did, but could read, etc... without disturbing his sleep. The condo is just steps away from the 2 tiered, beautiful pool-- which even in early December never had more than 4 people lounging, and we were actually the only ones ever to be IN the pool-- everyone else was sunbathing. About a 2 minute walk down the beach, in front of buildings A/B is the real Sapphire Beach, which is lovely, no rocks, and also was fairly empty. You can rent snorkling equipment (though the condo has fins/masks, a few floating noodles, etc...), kayaks, arrange for scuba trips (my husband did) right there. There are a few waiters that walk around for the Banana Cabana which does drinks and some grille food.The condo itself was very clean, and was very well stocked with kitchen items. We rented a car upon arrival from the airport and stopped off at the Cost-U-Less to pick up some food for the week. We then rented a car again (from Budget right AT Sapphire Beach, which is very convenient!!) towards the end of our trip to visit Coral World, restock food items, go to Magens Beach, and have a meal out! The rest of the time we honestly hung out at Sapphire Beach and were perfectly content. Red Hook is extremely close too, so if you wanted to dine out more, it's convenient. The property manager, Sam, was very efficient if we had any needs (which we really didn't), and gave us a wonderful, scenic tour of the island as he drove us to the airport at the end of our trip. Great time was had by all--- and would definitely recommend the unit. Thanks Annette!

Owner response:The rocks on the beach in front of the building were due to two extremely slow moving tropical storm systems which stalled over the Virgin Islands this fall. Copious amounts of rain fell and caused beach erosion, particularly in front of Buildings D and E which are closest to the water. The condo association removed the rocks from the beach and purchased and spread new sand so we have our sandy beach back !!

Recommended for:Families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Absolutely Amazing!

Guest: bnd (NYC)
Date of Stay: 11/30/10 Review Submitted: 12/08/10

From the time I first contacted the owner about the condo to the time I shut the door and left, experience could not have been any better. The owner was so gracious and accomodating and more than happy to answer any questions about the unit and St. Thomas. The unit is exactly as pictured in the photos--actually it's bigger than I thought. And the location! PERFECT! The beach is partly rocky, but a rock-less beach is a couple minute walk to the beach on the other side of Sapphire if you want a large expanse of sand. However, that beach is much larger and not secluded like the one outside the condo--I'd take some rocks over a crowded beach any day. For relaxing in the sun all day and going for swims in the ocean--absolutely cannot be beat for location. You can also walk right over to the marina and look at the boats. The condo is at the east end of Sapphire Beach, so it's secluded and so, so peaceful. It was a busy day if there were 8 people on the beach with me. And you literally open the door and step onto the beach...no tromping up steps and having to get to the beach from the door on the other side of the building. You can watch the sun rise over St. John across the bay if you wake up early enough. The property manager was also very helpful (not that I needed much). I didn't cook much, but there is a fully-stocked kitchen if you prefer to cook. It's also very easy to get a cab from the condo to get to Red Hook for retaurants, bars, or the ferry to St. John. Get the cab driver's contact information and call the same driver when you need a ride--they are happy to get the business and you can even arrange several times/days for rides if you plan ahead, and they will pick you up right in front of the building as well. There is also a little grill stand between B and C buildings if you want a burger on the beach, or there are also restaurants that deliver for a nominal fee. I never went to the pool as I prefer the ocean, but I walked by, and it is beautiful for those who prefer pools. Overall, if you are looking at other units, you should get this one! You will not be disappointed with the owner, the location, or the condo. I am DEFINITELY going back. I so did not want to leave!

Owner response:The rocks on the beach in front of the building were due to two extremely slow moving tropical storm systems which stalled over the Virgin Islands this fall. Copious amounts of rain fell and caused beach erosion, particularly in front of Buildings D and E which are closest to the water. The condo association removed the rocks and purchased and spread sand on the beach so we have our sandy beach back !!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Chuck and Amy

Guest: Chuck (Aurora, Il)
Date of Stay: 11/02/10 Review Submitted: 11/15/10

We stayed in Annette's condo for the first time and it was perfect. Everything you need is there and most of it new or in very good condition. You could not ask for a better location. You are right on the beach and steps from the water. You are also about a 3 minute drive into Redhook and the ferry to St. John. Annette answers any question you may have and is also very helpful. Strongly recommend this condo, can not say enough.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great location, very nice condo, owner very helpful

Guest: Richard and Susan, Pawleys Island, SC (Pawleys Island, South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 08/20/10 Review Submitted: 09/09/10

We just spent 9 days at the condo and loved it. But before talking about the condo itself I must mention the above and beyond help Annette, the owner, gave us in answering all of our questions before deciding to book. We asked about the location, snorkeling, grocery stores, marina , fishing, boat rental, you get the idea. Annette could not have been nicer and answered all of our questions both on the phone and by email. Now to the condo. She gave us a good tip on car rental. First, the location is great if you want to snorkel or hit the beach. The condo has a security code that you use for your first entrance and then you set your own code for the duration of the stay. The condo also has a wall safe that operates the same way. The development is gated which means the beach and reef never get crowded like some of the other beaches. Literally in front of the condo is a very good snorkeling reef and there is another reef about 50 yards down the beach. We saw sea turtles Caribbean reef squid , lots of brightly colored fish and various kinds of coral. There is also a pool which was well maintained if you prefer fresh water. The condo is on the east end of the island and is literally two minutes from the town of Red Hook. Red Hook has everything you could want to stock the condo, grocery store, drug store etc. It is also the ferry dock for passenger and car ferries for day trips to Saint Johns and the BVI. The on site marina has A few tourist cruises to the BVI. We went with Breakaway and they were fine. Went to the Baths and a few other nice beaches. We ate most of our meals in the condo and the kitchen is very well equipped with quality, not junk, cookware. Large fridge and stove so you can stock up when you get there and not have to run out later in the week. Air conditioning is excellent. We like it cold and there were no complaints. The condo appears to have remodeled and the photos on the site are very accurate. Condo has internet but it is hard wired not wireless. We plugged in our computer and it worked fine the entire time. If you have an ipad or other device using 3g, the reception is excellent even on the beach. We used iphone and ipad throughout the area with no problems. If you a looking for a well maintained well equipped condo to relax then you will not be disappointed, If you are looking for the beach bar and nightlife scene, then this is not the place for you.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.

Great Rental Unit on Water's Edge; Awesome Location

Guest: Glinda (Texas)
Date of Stay: 08/09/10 Review Submitted: 08/26/10

Just came back from staying in St. Thomas. The nicest thing about my vacation was the place I stayed! This unit is in the closest proximity to the beach (you can hear waves lapping up on the beach from inside the unit), has a freshly renovated kitchen and bathroom, and is within walking distance to Red Hook, the marina (for excursions to the B.V.I). It is also no more than a 15 minute ride away from downtown! Absolutely an awesome experience and would not hesitate to stay here again when visiting St. Thomas. One notation, if you are looking for a hotel type environment, there are no fancy restaurants on premise; only a snack set-up close to the beach/pool for during the day.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolute Paradise at Sapphire Beach!

Guest: Shuli (Brookline, MA)
Date of Stay: 08/01/10 Review Submitted: 08/11/10

My husband and I just returned from a 4 night stay at this absolutely amazing condo. We left our kids with the grandparents and had the time all to ourselves. The room was exactly what we were looking for, and exactly as described. The condo itself is clean, well maintained, and very modern. We could not have gotten closer to the water if we had tried. The sand of the beach is right off the patio, and the water is 20 feet away! The room even has snorkeling equipment so you do not have to rent from the resort! There were plenty of towels (even two beach towels!) and linens, and we had clean towels brought to the room the second day that we were there. If the resort offers daily maid service, we did not get it, but I am not sure if it is available. The E building has its own private beach, and we therefore did not have to contend with all of the cruise ship tourists who come to Sapphire Beach for the day. The resort offers watersport rentals (snorkeling equipment, parasailing, etc.) and has a small grill and bar located right off the main beach. The pool is clean and beautiful, but the restaurant is no longer open. There is also a tennis court on premises but we did not use it. There were always taxis available at the front when we needed them. We arranged with Annette to have Sam, the property manager, pick us up from the airport and bring us to a large supermarket before dropping us off at the resort. While this was helpful, I am not sure that it was worth the $60 that we paid for it. We could have gotten a taxi at the airport for less, and there is a very well stocked market in Red Hook, a small town that is only a 5 minute drive from Sapphire Beach. Sapphire Beach is approximately 5 minutes away from Red Hook, the nearest town with restaurants, bars, and shopping. It is also where the ferry to St. John is located. However, it is approximately 30-45 minutes away from the downtown area and cruise ship dock. While we liked being so far and secluded, some people may like being closer to the downtown historic and shopping areas. Annette was extremely helpful and accommodating. She answered all of our e-mails very quickly, and offered lots of good advice. She even called the day after we got there to make sure that we were settled. Overall, this was an absolutely amazing vacation, and my husband and I can't wait to go back to Annette's condo. We have already recommended it to two of our friends!

Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Fantastic Anniversary

Guest: Future Islanders? (GA)
Date of Stay: 07/21/10 Review Submitted: 07/29/10

My wife and I stayed 6 nights as a celebration of our 20th Anniversary. Looked at many locations and resorts. Have booked thru VRBO and took a chance on St. Thomas - wow are we glad we did. The stay was everything we could have asked for and so much more. The unit - wonderfully furnished (great blender we used alot!) and well set up for us. Doors of unit open onto patio and literally 9 steps to the water. The beach at this unit is around corner from the main beach so not as much traffic. Swam and snorkeled in front of the unit - take rubber soled water shoes as lots of rocks on this part of beach. Easy walk to other section of beach with more sandy areas - we rarely went over there because it was more crowded. Sapphire Beach -- beautiful. Security patrols the grounds and walked by the unit at least once every hour. Rake up any trash/sea grass that washes up every morning so beach always pretty clean. Quiet resort with everything you need. Dove two days with Dive In which has a shop right on beach -- fantastic group and great service. Got bit by mosquitos twice in six nights - up the hill getting cab - no breeze. St. Thomas - stayed mostly in the Red Hook area and it had everything you need. Take cash for taxis -- you'll get great cardio and workout walking up hill to catch them to Red Hook -- take safari taxis to and regular cab back. $10 total plus tip round trip for 2. American Yacht Harbor in Red Hook has great places to eat. Loved Island Time Pub for pizza and beer. Big Bambooz for burgers and such. Amigos had great mexican. You must try the mahi mahi sandwich somewhere. good stuff. Couple of times got hassled for buying things in Red Hook -- never on the beach. Must do's - take Ferry to St. John and spend day at a beach there -- most go to Trunk Bay which looked awesome. We went to Cinnamon Bay and it was right choice. Better snorkeling , one-third the people and had showers, restrooms, snack shop -- everything you needed. Highlight of trip - day sail to Jost Van Dyke in BVI - look up Daydreamer and go. Boat is wonderful - twin-hull cat, more stable - and crew top notch. Have a painkiller for us at Soggy Dollar Bar - White Bay is amazing. We had the best trip of our lives, Annette was incredibly caring and helpful - called the unit during our stay worried the weather might be ruining things -- but it was perfect! Don't get that type of service just anywhere. Thanks for everything - we look forward to our next trip!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

A great place to come 'home' to

Guest: parse (Bridgewater, VA USA)
Date of Stay: 07/07/10 Review Submitted: 07/14/10

My wife and I spent 6 fantastic nights at this condo, and just loved it. - The view from the patio was outstanding, and very close to the water! - It was great to be so close to Sapphire beach Marina, with day sails, jet ski rentals, para-sailing, etc; we took a great trip to the BVI's on the Breakaway II - It's very convenient to Red Hook, which has a lot of great restaurants, and the ferry which we took to St. John's for a day - The service and security at Sapphire beach was excellent; when we left our car rental key at the pool, we found a note on our windshield where the key had been turned in to the Budget rental place on-site - The condo interior was well appointed and beautiful - The pool was very nice, quite close, and a great place to relax at the end of a long day The next time we plan a trip to St. Thomas, this will be the first place we try to get!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Relax and have fun at Sapphire Beach

Guest: Cartgirl (Summerville, South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 06/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/30/10

My daughter and I stayed at Sapphire Beach for 7 glorious days. The condo was clean, well-supplied with everything like home! (Even a wine bottle opener!) The view was superb - looking out over the Carribean and viewing several islands, including St. John. Waking up every morning to the surf rolling onto the beach (which was steps away from the patio) and the sun rising was beautiful! Everyone at the resort was very friendly and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit...it was quiet at this end of the resort which is what we wanted. The marina was right next to us and it was fun to watch all the boats come in and out. You can also rent jet skis and parasail from the marina. We cooked at home alot and ate our meals on the patio. It was beautiful to watch the sunsets and listen to the surf. We plan to return!!! Many thanks to the owners for taking care of the condo and providing us with everything we needed.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Great times at Saphire Beach

Guest: Becky (Bozeman , Montana)
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/06/10

We enjoyed are stay so much everything was clean and well taken care of . The bathroom was especialy nice , very large with walk in shower . I watched the sun come up every morning . It was just beautiful . Sam was great . He picked us up at the airport and took us to get grocerys . I would stay at this place again !

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children.

Property #117187

Guest: IsiMarc (Loxahatchee, Fl, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/30/10 Review Submitted: 06/11/10

It was an incredible beach condo - very private, romantic get-a-way - perfect for a honeymoon Very clean, tropical ambiance - both kitchen and bathroom were beautifully updated. Sitting in the patio and you feel like you have a private beach just feet away and a view of the surrounding islands. There is a marina adjacement to the condos with many boat excursions available. Lots of shopping - great outdoor restaurants - great hiking excursions! We will never forget the incredible views from that patio - we will definitely go back!!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful St Thomas

Guest: 123randy (Knoxville Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 05/22/10 Review Submitted: 06/07/10

Everything was perfect! The unit was clean, well equipped, comfortable and its location at Sapphire was beautiful. We will definitely visit again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Sapphire Beach

Guest: Joe (Lititz Pa)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 07/27/10

We have vacationed at Sapphire the last 15 years. It is an amazing beach whith ourstanding views, great snorkling and lot of chilling time. This is the first time we stayed in the Fishman Condo. It was recently remodeled and everthing was FIRST CLASS from the Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, and Bedroom. The service was excellent. The facility was very clean and well maintained. If you chose to eat in, the kitchen is very well equipped. There excellent resturants within a short distance. Annette was very responsive with answering any questions we had. This was one of the best experiences we had at Sapphire. If you want a great vacation at a First Class Condo on the Beach with excellent service I highly recommend getting in touch with Annette.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

The best of two islands

Guest: robin&jeff (Lanoka Harbor, NJ)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10 Review Submitted: 04/27/10

This location is excellent if you want to travel to St. Thomas and St. John. It is a short 15 minute ferry ride to St. John from Red Hook. Red Hook is a 2 minute taxi ride from Sapphire Beach. The snorkeling was great but bring water shoes for the rocks. Highly recommend this condo; very comfortable, clean, we wanted for nothing. Sam gave us a ride from the airport which we highly recommend. He was very knowledgeable about the island. Looking forward to returning someday. Thanks!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Wonderful place to relax!

Guest: BH50 (Iowa)
Date of Stay: 03/16/09 Review Submitted: 03/21/09

We stayed four nights and wish we could have stayed twice as long. The beach was fantastic. The location was awesome. The condo was great. It was wonderful to be able to sit on the patio just fifty feet from the water's edge. It was indeed the perfect place to relax. The condo had everything we could have needed. Very well kept with all the necessary appliances, dishes, etc. Very comfortable and safe. We were picked up at the airport by Sam. This is a huge benefit. He told us about the island, took us grocery shopping, and was such a great guy to visit with. He really got us off to a great start. Our stay was perfect and in our memories forever. Can't wait to go back.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway.

March getaway

Guest: MarkandTina (Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 03/05/09 Review Submitted: 03/16/09

We had a great time. The condo was clean and well maintained. Sam and his daughter provided transportation to and from the airport. They even took us to the grocery store and picked up dinner for us when we got there. The condo was quiet as everything was as advertised. It was easy to get to Red Hook and catch the ferry to St. John. Sapphire beach, which was right outside our door, was a good spot to go snorkeling. Snorkeling equipment was provided in our room. We would definitely recommend this condo.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect vacation with breath-taking views!!!

Guest: bluewater (North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 12/16/08 Review Submitted: 01/03/09

This was the most relaxing and stress-free vacation my husband and I have ever experienced. The views were unbelievable! I would recommend Yehuda’s place to anyone that is looking for a quiet place to stay in a tropical paradise. Sapphire Beach is the most beautiful beach I have ever seen. Every view looks like a postcard. You can step off Yehuda’s patio and take 25 steps and you are standing in crystal, clear bluewater. Sapphire Beach Resort has a great area for snorkeling and for swimming. There is a marina just around the corner where you can rent jet skis, go parasailing, or take a tour of the islands. Yehuda’s condo was very reasonable, very clean, and had everything we needed. Yehuda is exceedingly helpful and full of information. He made arrangements with Sam, a very wonderful man that lives on the island, to pick us up at the airport. Sam also made a stop at the supermarket so we could pick-up some groceries before he brought us to the condo. Having groceries and a kitchen equipped with new appliances and amenities made it easy to fix our own meals. The views from the patio were so beautiful that we ate every meal there. The condo and beach were so incredible that we didn’t want to leave. Yehuda is the perfect person to rent from. He even called us while we were there to make sure we were enjoying his place and to see if we needed anything. Thank you, Yehuda! We had a perfect vacation!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellent location, views and appointments

Guest: LIPhD (Water Mill, NY 11976 USA)
Date of Stay: 12/07/08 Review Submitted: 08/06/09

We stayed in early December 2008 and were highly pleased with this unit and its location within the complex.  The views are as shown in the listing- from sunrise to sunset you see the changing light patterns, water views, boats, and green islands in distance.  A white sandy beach with some snorkeling is steps from the patio, and lounges are adjacent on the sand.  The owner  has furnished this unit well, including furniture, electronics (2 flat screen TVs). bedding, and kitchen items.  The covered patio/porch is ideal for relaxing/eating/ cocktails. The unit  was very clean in all aspects.  The owner utilizes a competent, smart, and congenial manager (Sam) who will help with transportation, shopping, gear, and information.

Recommended for:Age 55+, romantic getaway.