Location: Cruz Bay, USVI - St. John, Caribbean (Only minutes away from Town & National Park Beaches) View Map
Accommodations: Villa, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Upstairs or down, inside or out, the views, privacy, comfort, and romantic ambiance of this intimate, elegant villa will delight you.
Clinging to the hillside above Cruz Bay, Perelandra's breathtaking views sweep from the deserted cays nestled in the Windward Passage to the sailboats skimming through Pillsbury Sound to the spectacular sunsets resting upon St. Thomas. Later in the evening, St. Thomas' twinkling lights provide a romantic backdrop to your evening.
The villa's perfect location offers proximity to town -- with its ferries, restaurants, and shops -- and to the world-famous National Park beaches of the North Shore while also providing complete privacy among lush landscaping.
Perelandra offers two luxuriously appointed bedrooms -- each with its own air-conditioning, and two large bathrooms -- each with a large walk-in shower.
This meticulously-crafted home includes cove molding, mood lighting, Saltilo tiles, exotic woods, and ceiling fans throughout. Glass tiles set in the vaulted ceilings bathe the living areas in light.
Doors from both bedrooms and the great room open out onto one of two levels of wrap-around decks and verandahs, which in turn, lead to the beautiful, refreshing pool. Perfectly sized to be large enough to cool off and exercise in (10 x18) but small enough to warm up quickly in the sun. While the pool area provides beautiful views of the ocean and St. Thomas, others can not view you as it is surrounded by garden walls and verdant foliage and flowers.
Perelandra is very-well provisioned. Its kitchen provides everything you'll need to fix snacks for the beach, make your own exotic drinks to sip poolside or while watching the sunset, or to prepare that romantic dinner for just the two of you. Special kitchen features include a large side-by-side refrigerator with ice-maker, range with built-in griddle, chef-quality pots and pans, and designer dinnerware.
Additional amenities also include a new Washer and Dryer; phones upstairs and down, with answering machine; beach chairs and towels; and picnic coolers. See extensive list below of all additional amenities provided for your comfort and convenience. All items are top quality.
Perelandra is perfect for a romantic interlude for the two of you, for two couples vacationing together (bedrooms are equally desirable), or for a small family with older children.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: a/c unit in each bedroom
- Washer: in the unit
- Dryer: in the unit
- Linens Provided: Designer linens, Beach Towels
- Off Street Parking: Private Driveway
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Many videos & dvd's
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: many cd's; stereo is IPOD-ready
- Private Pool: clothing-optional
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: new stovetop with built-in griddle, new refrigerator with ice-maker
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Well-equipped, high-quality cookware; all expected appliances inc. coffeemaker with grinder, blender, toaster.
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Call Cimmaron (on-island management company)
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- Balcony (2)
- View/Location
- Ocean View: Spectacular unobstructed views surround you. Watch sailboats skim across crystal-blue Pillsbury Sound in the morning or look towards the deserted cays on your right or left, nestled in Drake's Passage; enjoy incredible sunsets together, then be mesmerized by the gathering dusk as it melts into the twinkling night lights of St. Thomas. One of the very best views in all of St. John!
- Communications
- Telephone (2) : With caller ID, answering machine; all local calls are free
- Other Amenities
- Designer dinnerware & furnishings; individually-programmable Safe for your valuables; Books, Games, Cards; Beach Chairs, Beach Bags, 1 Large & 1 Small cooler for the beach
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children: Due to pool & interior staircase, not suitable for children younger than 8-years-old
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 8-years-old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Basketball Court
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- 2/3 of the island of St. John is protected National Park; swim, snorkel & dive in some of the clearest, most beautiful water in the world; relax on world-class beaches not ruined by high-rise buildings but rather surrounded by nature; GREAT snorkeling right from the beaches; watch bananaquits & hummingbirds right on our deck; if you're lucky you'll see our 'resident' iguana resting on 1 of the tree branches; as you explore the island, you'll see wild donkeys, mongoose, deer, pigs, cattle, goats, and chicks.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
LAST WEEK TO SAVE $350! 12/12 to 12/19/09 @ $1960 1-2 guests; $2170 3-4 guest
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Jan 03 10-Apr 18 10 .. $3199/week (1-2 Guests) .. $3570/week (3-4 Guests)
Apr 19 10--Dec 18 10 .. $2296/week (1-2 Guests) .. $2520/week (3-4 Guests)
Minimum Stays: 7-days High Season & Holidays; 5-days Low-Season
Notes: non-crawling infants and children over 7-years-old are welcome;
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Christmas-Save $500! USVI Villa Private Pool Spectacular Views
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Cruz Bay
From the very first time I stepped foot on St. John 17 years ago, I have felt more at home on this island than I have anyplace else in the world. There is so much natural beauty here that I'm still amazed every time I turn a corner and catch a glimpse of that beautiful water. I love the beaches, the water, the snorkeling, the people, the restaurants but especially the peace, joy, and serenity I feel whenever I'm here.
The Unique Benefits at this Villa
Hands down, PERELANDRA has one of the best views on the whole island. I love stumbling out of bed in the morning, grabbing a cup of coffee, and waking up while sitting on the deck watching the world go by on the water in front of me, smelling the jasmine, seeing the bougainvilla and palms, watching the colorful hummingbirds and bright yellow bananaquits as they greedily drink their sugar water in front of me, and trying to decide which of the beautiful beaches we'll go to today. I love the location of PERELANDRA--that I feel like I'm in a very private garden the whole time I'm there but I can jump in a jeep and be to all my favorite beaches or restaurants or stores in 5-10 minutes or so.
Starfish Food Market Gourmet Food & Wine store DVD rentals Chelsea Drugs Surf da Web (internet/wireless) La Plancha Del Mar (good restaurant)
Partially paved back road to Center Line Rd. Brings you out past the old Pastory Estate Moravian Church
Also eliminates need to turn right at the top of Jacob's Ladder when going into town or closer National Park Beaches
The sharp left turn you make to go up past Gifft Hill area and connect with Center Line Rd. if you're going to Maho or Francis beaches or Annaberg plantation ruins or further into Coral Bay
Owner's Map of Cruz Bay
The only thing better than being on a beautiful National Park Beach of St. John is being there while holding your newest grandbaby in your arms. Can you tell I'm happy and at peace?
Property Photos
- Your view from Perelandra - Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI - US Virgin Islands Villa Rental
- Perelandra's pool - Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI - US Virgin Islands Villa Rental
- Relax on the deck and watch the world go by in a beautiful tropical setting - Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI - US Virgin Islands Villa Rental
- Watch the sunset from Perelandra's deck, great room, kitchen or bedrooms
- A Partial Nightime View from Perelandra's Deck
- Portion of Great Room (armoire has cable tv, cd/dvd/vcr player, cds, dvds,games)
- Portion of Great Room (fully-equipped kitchen in back with all new appliances)
- Upstairs Bedroom (sliding doors open to deck; a/c; ensuite bathroom)
- Downstairs Bedroom (sliding doors open to its own deck; a/c; en-suite bathroom)
- Wake up to this view from your bed each morning!
- Walk-in Shower
- Enjoy your very private, tropical garden surroundings at Perelandra
- "Eating Out" at Perelandra
- Perelandra's Location: convenient but private
- My favorite time of day--view from Perelandra
- Joy of being alone on Trunk Bay in September
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Positive Rating
Like many vacationers, we research and plan for our "one big" vacation each year. We try and try to find "that place" that will be "just perfect." We frequent a USVI travel forum, where many members raved about Perelandra. When we walked through those doors, upon our arrival, we were pleased beyond our expectations. Photos could never do this place justice. The living room area is large and comfortable. The decks and views absolutely stunning. LOVED the main bath's shower and large bathroom. Lovely bedrooms and mattresses so comfy that we slept way too late most days. Also, Cynthia, your decorating style is lovely. So many extra tasteful touches. We loved our breakfasts outside each morning, watching the harbor come to life. We caught some amazing sunsets and the twinkling lights of St. Thomas and Cruz Bay here on St. John were so lovely. (I actually just let out a little sigh as I am writing this, our last night here.) ... I guess the best way to sum up our stay is to say that even though we knew tht we were only guests of Perelandra, we very quickly thought of it as "home" for the short period of time that we were lucky enough to call her "ours." Coming "home" at the end of the day was truly one of the highpoints of our trip. We now know, for ourselves, why so many guests say that they will return [here] again. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely home with us.
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We returned to St. John, where we honeymooned 15 years ago at Caneel Bay, with our 2 children. PERELANDRA was the perfect choice--clean and well maintained, beautiful views, excellent location, and privacy. The kids loved the pool early morning and before dinner. Everything was comfortable and enjoyable. Thank you Cynthia!
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Loved the villa. We were very comfortable here. The views are amazing.
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Returning to a special place can be disappointing; it can live so large in memory that the real thing pales when re-encountered. Such was NOT the case with PERELANDRA. It is so well-maintained that we found it as ideal as last year. It was different being here a' deaux. While we very much enjoyed sharing Perelandra with friends last time, it also makes a fabulous private romantic hideaway. Small wonder it is popular with honeymoon and anniversary celebrants. We heartily recommend it either way though I admit that now it might be harder to share... Above water (what little time we were up for air), we enjoyed the 'wildlife' right here [at Perelandra]. Baby to big iguanas, bananaquits, hummingbirds, kingbills, and more--check out id's in the "Birds of the Eastern Caribbean" we left... Make the most of it; you have found a special place...We are grateful and our souls are indeed restored. Just call us the Perelandra "honeymooners' married "30-odd years."
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...Your home is beautiful & WOW what a view!! :-)... Thank you again for your hospitality. We enjoyed every moment. We will also be back!!
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What a beautiful home! There is no better place for us to celebrate our 10th anniversary than Perelandra. The view from the deck is like something from the movies. This was our 2nd time to the island and we are hooked for life. I can't imagine any other place than this that truly fits the description of "paradise"... All in all, it was a wonderful trip in a beautiful home. Thanks so much for your hospitality. We will definitely be coming back!
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We had a wonderful time here. The children loved seeing the iguanas every morning in their trees and feeding the bananaquits and thrushes. The deck is a great place to sit and relax at the end of the day.
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Love this place/location/etc. Definitely coming back [to Perelandra] next year.
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Great week--our 4th in St. John and 1st at Perelandra... The villa was terrific--we grilled 3 times and at out 3 times...Pool was refreshing. Evening breezes were very pleasant. Views of St. Thomas from the deck, bed, and great room--absolutely amazing. Kitchen very well stocked. Love the shower. All in all a great week--to celebrate our 25th anniversary. Well done Cynthia!
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What a great place! We loved everything about this villa!! Hope to come back again... The view is breathtaking anytime of day or night... Thank you Cynthia & Rick for opening your home to us.