Location: Fish Bay, USVI - St. John, Caribbean
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + Other (See Description), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: cottage, romantic, charming, sea views, ocean, quaint, clean, cute, family, pool, charming, caribbean, honeymoon, couple, babymoon
A charming, private cottage on the south side of St. John with views of Reef Bay and Rams Head in the distance. Perfect for honeymooners and couples looking for a getaway.
Well furnished, including stainless steel appliances, outdoor gas grill and fully air-conditioned. Guests can access wireless DSL by the pool deck.
The living room has a full size sofa and chair; native stone accent walls, floor-to-ceiling glass windows and doors with privacy curtains. Just draw back them back for views of the Caribbean Sea, sunrise over Rams Head or watch local surfers when the waves are up.
The main level bedroom has an elevated queen-sized four postered traditional West Indian mahogany bed with adjoining bathroom and private tiled-outdoor shower.
For an additional fee, a second bedroom available on the lower level. Furnished with a queen-sized, hand carved mahagony headboard from Tanzania, indoor bathroom and shower to one side and laundry room on the opposite end. This second bedroom is not intended for younger children requiring supervision due to separate outdoor access.
The pool is located up the hill, on the grounds between the cottage and main house.
Reef Bay is a sandy National Park beach. To access, walk just a minute or two to the trail head. "Agility" is necessary to descent and climb back up from the beach, however other sandy beaches are easily accessible at the North Shore beaches.
For your convenience, owners live on the same property and reserves the right to refuse rental to any party at Owners' discretion. This rental is located in a residential neighborhood, please respect noise level in the evenings.
Previous guests include a clientele of snowbirds building their own island dream home, honeymooners, and parents-to-be on their "baby moon" holiday. Feel free to contact us if you have further questions and we look forward to seeing you on-island.
Main Level Enclosed Area: 702 Sq. Ft.
Balconies & Patio: 400 Sq. Ft.
Second Bedroom Enclosed Area: 148 sq. ft.
Total Square Footage: 1,245 Sq. Ft.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Traditional, elevated, mahogany West Indian queen-sized bed.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : No network or premium channels.
- DVD
- CD Player
- Private Pool : Pool is exclusive for guest use during their stay. Located up the hill on the grounds between main house and cottage.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony (2) : Princess balconies, perfect for two. Facing the sea/east, southeast.
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Water View
- Mountain View : Expansive National Park view.
- Communications
- Cell Phone : No internet available on cellphone. Guests will be responsible for any additional charges, ie, internet, long distance calls, etc.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : WiFi reception can be received at pool deck.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking.
- Activities
- Hiking
- Surfing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
WINTER 01/02-04/14/2012, $1,650 Wkly, 5 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom add'tl fee
SPRING 04/15/2012-06/15/2012, $1,450 Wkly, 5 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
SUMMER 06/16/2012-10/31/2012, $1,350 Wkly, 7 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
FALL 11/01/2012-12/21/2012, $1,450 Wkly, 5 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
HOLIDAY 12/22/2012-01/02/2013, $2,300 Wkly, 7 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
WINTER 01/03/2013-04/19/2013, $1,650 Wkly, 5 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
SPRING 04/20/2013-06/14/2013, $1,450 Wkly, 5 Night Min. - 2nd bedroom addt'l fee
10% VI Hotel Tax not included, $200.00 Security Deposit; Cancellation Fee: $500.00
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Expansive Water Views - St. John Vacation Rental
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- Leeward deck with private outdoor shower to the right - St. John Vacation Rental
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- Pool Deck, located uphill from cottage - St. John Vacation Rental
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- Living area with dining room and kitchen in background
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- Dining Room
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- Main Level Bedroom
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- Main level bathroom with adjoining private outdoor shower
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- New sun deck facing Reef Bay water views.
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- 1 bedroom w/ living space on main level; an OPTIONAL 2nd bedroom on lower level
Traveler Reviews (16)
The Perfect Vacation
Guest: Snow to Sand
(Ohio)
Date of Stay: 01/30/10
Review Submitted: 02/14/10
The Reef Bay Cottage was a great place to experience St. John. The cottage had everything we needed and more. The kitchen was well stocked with all the pots, pans, and utensils you can think of as well as beach chairs, umbrellas, and snorkeling gear. The bathroom was stocked as well, with shampoo, soap, lotion, and bug spray. I could have left my entire bathroom bag at home. The photos on the website matched the cottage exactly. The beach was a short walk away and provided the perfect setting for a quiet relaxing afternoon. The cottage is in a very peaceful area with the busy town of Cruz Bay only a short drive away. It was the perfect place for the perfect vacation.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway.
PERFECTION!
Guest: Blair
(Redding, Connecticut )
Date of Stay: 01/09/12
Review Submitted: 01/22/12
Just returned home from an amazing week at Reef Bay! The cottage was perfect, exactly what we wanted and expected. Not only was it beautiful inside and out, but perfectly clean and welcoming with every tool and gadget you could ever need. The pool was beautiful and clean, the perfect place to end the day. Views of Reef Bay and privacy on the hillside were spot on. Seng and Michael were excellent hosts, they knew exactly where to send us for the best food, shopping and special beach spots for sunning, snorkeling, hiking and shelling. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for the perfect comfortable island getaway away from the big crowded resorts. Can't wait to go back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with teenagers.
Loved Our Week at Reef Bay Cottage
Guest: Faryn R.
Date of Stay: 06/19/11
Review Submitted: 08/15/11
We stayed at Reef Bay Cottage for one week in June 2011. We were visiting the island for the first time and held our small wedding ceremony on Hawksnest Beach while we were there. Reef Bay Cottage was everything we'd hoped it would be. Seng was very helpful in communicating with us prior to our stay, and assisting us as necessary during our stay. She even surprised us with a bottle of champagne on our wedding day! The cottage itself is huge for two people. When you consider the rates at the Westin for a tiny outdated room, Reef Bay Cottage is a bargain! The decor was straight out of a Pottery Barn catalog. We loved the outdoor shower under the stars, the princess balcony, and the freedom of eating breakfast in our kitchen and preparing a lunch to pack on our many day excursions. The cooler and beach chairs made it easy for us to plan beach trips. We did the hike down to Reef Bay Beach and the continuing hike to some ruins that were a mile or so away. It definitely takes some getting used to driving the harrowing roads to and from Cruz Bay, but by the last few days we felt comfortable enough! I would definitely recommend Reef Bay Cottage and we'd certainly consider staying there again on future trips.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Amazing!!
Guest: Becky
(Springfield, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11
Review Submitted: 06/20/11
We just returned from our first trip to St. John. It was the best vacation ever! We reserved Reef Bay Cottage 9-10 months in advance and found it on this site. Not knowing anying about the island or the cottage, we reserved it after reading the reviews. As soon as we reserved it and talked to the owner, I knew this would be the right place. The owners, Michael and Seng, are amazing people! They are the perfect hostesses. They went above and beyond to make it a wonderful stay for us. We were there for our daughter's wedding on the beach, but due to the weather we had to change locations of the wedding. Seng offered their home to us, and we had the wedding on their balcony overlooking the ocean. It was more beautiful than a beach wedding would have been. They worked all day organizing this for us so it would be perfect for our daughter, and perfect it was. They were so good about telling us where to eat, where not to eat, where to shop for groceries, what to do, etc. As for the island, being our first time we didn't know what to expect. It was very primitive which appealed to us. No commercialization on this island which is perfect. The roads are a challenge but you just have to be patient and drive slowly. The restaurants were all outstanding. We never ate a bad meal. All in all, we can't wait to go back, and when we do we will definitely stay at Reef Bay Cottage!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Amazing!!
Guest: Becky
(Springfield, MO)
Date of Stay: 06/02/11
Review Submitted: 06/20/11
We just returned from our first trip to St. John. It was the best vacation ever! We reserved Reef Bay Cottage 9-10 months in advance and found it on this site. Not knowing anying about the island or the cottage, we reserved it after reading the reviews. As soon as we reserved it and talked to the owner, I knew this would be the right place. The owners, Michael and Seng, are amazing people! They are the perfect hostesses. They went above and beyond to make it a wonderful stay for us. We were there for our daughter's wedding on the beach, but due to the weather we had to change locations of the wedding. Seng offered their home to us, and we had the wedding on their balcony overlooking the ocean. It was more beautiful than a beach wedding would have been. They worked all day organizing this for us so it would be perfect for our daughter, and perfect it was. They were so good about telling us where to eat, where not to eat, where to shop for groceries, what to do, etc. As for the island, being our first time we didn't know what to expect. It was very primitive which appealed to us. No commercialization on this island which is perfect. The roads are a challenge but you just have to be patient and drive slowly. The restaurants were all outstanding. We never ate a bad meal. All in all, we can't wait to go back, and when we do we will definitely stay at Reef Bay Cottage!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
will return
Guest: kitty
(kingston, ri)
Date of Stay: 02/26/11
Review Submitted: 05/15/11
I stayed at the lovely reef bay cottage during my children's Feb. vacation. We loved the cottage and will return again. This was our 3rd time to the island and was the nicest villa we have stayed in. As one reviewer said, it has everything you need, towels, chairs, toiletries, well stocked kitchen, etc...It was also very clean. My husband and I were upstairs in the main house and my two boys had their own private bedroom/bathroom with a tv, laundry, downstairs. If they wanted to get away from us, as teenagers often do, they were able to. The only thing missing was a deck facing the ocean views but, they are about to install one. That will make reef bay cottage perfect.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with teenagers.
Has potential, but needs work...
Guest: Somewhat Disappointed
(DC)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11
Review Submitted: 03/20/11
The cottage is indeed cute and very well appointed. It was extremely clean. Seng, the owner, seemed very hospitable and helpful. However, there are several important areas which should be disclosed. Although the cottage sits on the side of the mountain with a lovely view, the windows have been clouded over which precludes viewing the panorama. Also, the windows and doors either don't open or don't have screens---and in a place with many mosquitoes and no-see-ums, these issues needs to be resolved. Since the patio is at the back of the house, it doesn't take advantage of the beautiful panorama. Rather there are two small balconies which face the bay but are too small for comfortable lounging. Although the listing lists that the cottage has WiFi, it doesn't. WiFi access is only at the pool Also, the pool is approximately 50 feet away from the cottage and sits right under the owner's window which limits one's privacy.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers.
Wonderful Visit to Reef Bay Cottage
Guest: Dale and Jan
(Houston, Texas)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10
Review Submitted: 10/31/10
Reef Bay Cottage was definitely more than we hoped for! Owner/manager Seng does an outstanding job of taking care of her guests. The cottage is every bit as nice as the pictures. Seng has such a nice decorating style, and the thoughtful way she stocks the house is amazing! There was simply nothing we needed that wasn't already there - including snorkel gear. We went to celebrate my wife's 60th birthday and to snorkel - I don't know how you could find a better locale for snorkeling. There are 10 or more named beaches, most of which are protected, easy to get to and as pretty as the pictures! We had a ball and it was always a pleasure to come home to the cottage. It was a great week for us and I highly recommend this cottage!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Better than expected!
Guest: Katherine and Shuan
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 10/03/10
Review Submitted: 10/29/10
The first thought I had when we got to Reef Bay Cottage was that the pictures did not do the cottage justice! The gourmet kitchen has every utensil that you could need and has a full stove and oven and microwave. The cottage is just down hill from the main house but there is ample landscaping so when we were in the cottage, we could barely even see the main house. The cottage is private and the only sounds we heard were the ocean and nature. The cottage is just up hill from the pathway to get down to the beach, which does require some agility, but would be doable for most people in reasonable shape and was pretty short. There was a torrential downpour for three out of the seven days we were in St John and we really did not mind taking that time to relax at the cottage, read and watch some of the new DVDs that are provided (a good selection). We were very happy with our stay at Reef Bay Cottage and Seng was a great host! We hope to come back in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Perfect Romantic Getaway
Guest: Doreen and Mid
(Greensboro, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/24/09
Review Submitted: 10/28/10
Oh my. Just what I thought would happen has happened. Folks have found out about beautiful Reef Bay Cottage!!!!! Seng and Michael your amazing cottage has been discovered! This is truly such a lovely place to stay. The view is amazing from every room. I have never stayed at a better appointed vacation home. Everything is top quality and works beautifully. We never had one complaint and were continuously surprised by Seng and Michaels willingness to go the extra mile. They were there if you needed anything but at the same time completely unobtrusive. The cottage is even nicer than the photos can show you. The location was only about 7-9 minutes to town. The property was spotless inside and out. No bugs. The house is sound and very, very clean. This is the perfect place to stay. We will return next year for sure! Thank you Seng and Michael!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
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