Location: Estate Misgunst, Northside, USVI - St. Thomas, Caribbean (20 min. to Airport & 5 min. to Magens & Hull Bay Beaches)
Accommodations: Villa, 3 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Relax and enjoy the tranquility of "Magens Fancy," perched on a knoll 330 feet above the famous Magens Bay, and surrounded by hundreds of acres of unspoiled land.
From the expansive pool deck, you can see migrating whales, yachts sailing through azure waters, and a variety of aquatic sports on the the bay below. By night, the lights of Peterborg twinkle on the water, and thousands of stars sparkle across the sky! The full moon rising is an awe inspiring event.
The villa has a traditional "West Indian" flavor, with a hipped roof and colorful, functional, wooden shutters. Upon entering the "great room" the eye is drawn to the pickled wood cathedral ceiling, and slowly take in the open living, dining and kitchen areas. The master bedroom has a majestic four-poster bed in the master, the secondary bedroom has Victorian Queen bed and the third bedroom has two singles, or a king. Fans in all the rooms and the location on the cool breezy North side, make air-conditioning an unnecessary, noisy interference. How could you wake to the green parrots chirping outside your window, or the waves lapping the shore below?
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Welcome basket with beverages and snacks, Free airport pickup, rental car arrangements, and island orientation, Courtesy Kit (salt, pepper, spices, oil & vinegar)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Dartboard, Harbour Gaming Center, Paradise Point Tramway, Great House & Botanical Gardens
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
THANKSGIVING WEEKE SPECIAL! Only $1,000!
Nov. 19 - Dec. 19th, 2009: $325/night ($2,275/week)
Feb 1, - March 15, 2010: $400/night ($2,800/week)
March 15 - April 30, 2010: $350/night ($2,400/week) Except Carnival & Easter
Last minute and monthly rates are negotiable. Call us!
Prices subject to change until booked.
8% hotel tax on rentals under 3 months. $500 Refundable damage deposit
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2000
I met my husband, Dave, when he was a Yacht Skipper and I was teaching ESL in the South of France. We sailed across the Atlantic 1979 and stepped out together in Antigua, BWI, just before Christmas. After traveling up and down the Windward Islands with the owners for several months, were were instructed to take the boat up to West Palm Beach for a major re-fit, then on to Charleston and Annapolis. It must have been that salty Chesapeake summer air, and lots of soft-shelled crabs, but we fell in love and marrried on Church Creek, Annapolis in September, 1980. We bought our own Morgan OI 33' and beat our way back the the Caribbean, and enjoyed again, the idealic life of a cruising couple. Money was scarce, but our needs were few and we had a wonderful time for about two years, working for a while in St. Thomas, then sailing again over the wild blue yonder.
Why the Owner Chose Estate Misgunst
As all things must end, we ran our of money and had to work ashore like real people. We bought a condo, and a house, which were subsequently destroyed in Hurricanes Hugo and Marilyn, respectively. By now, Dave was (is) a hotel comptroller, and I was (am) a Realtor. While working on a new development which was running into beaucratical difficulties, we had the opportunity to buy the "model home," such as it was. We bought a concrete shell, without a kitchen, bathrooms, plumbing, road, overgrown by "ketch & keep,' which survived on a pole with construction power. We spend several years getting Magens Fancy up to scratch, starting with kitchen, bathrooms, plumbing, huricane shutters, underground utilities, paved driveway, a pool, patio/deck, apartment, landscaping and a generator. Last winter we completed the picture with the new, incredible, infinity edge pool. Now we invite you to visit our lovely, unique location and enjoy the tranquil ambiance to be found only here, at Magens Facny.
The Unique Benefits of this Villa
We love to travel, especially in the winter, and experience new cultures, "changes in attitudes, changes in latitudes," but we are always happy to return to our little "piece of the rock." Centrally located, we are no more than a half hour drive to anywhere on the island, and the Northside is known for its cool easterly Tradewinds. Dining alfresco is delightful all year round! Our pool patio offers the ultimate privacy, and allows for an all-over tan. By day, the turquoise of bay is the backdrop to the infinity pool, and at night, the pool provides a kaleidascope of changing colors. We have no alarm clock, fall asleep to the gentle chirping of the crickets, and awake to the sound of the birds singing in a new day. Life is good at Magens Fancy!
Property Photos
- Pool with Magens Bay in Background - Magens Bay Pet Friendly Vacation Villa
- Greatroom - Magens Bay Pet Friendly Vacation Villa
- Dining Area - Magens Bay Pet Friendly Vacation Villa
- Our foyer
- Four-posted king, Master Bed
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Alice, Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. We had an awesome time. The view from your deck is unbelievable! We had great weather and we loved Magens Bay and the beach. We went to St. John a couple of times. We will probably come back to this island of Paradise again. Oh, I almost forgot - Thanks for the welcome basket of goddies, and your hospitality was second to none! Thanks again, Dennis, Stephanie & Claire P.S. Jeff and Irene were very helpful. Jeff, Thanks for picking us up at the airport. I would have never found it. You were right, it was easy to find our way around the island. I was getting use to being on the left side of the road.
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"I felt like we were in our own Paradise while we stayed at your home. Thank you for allowing us the pleasure. M. Green"
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"Your home is lovely - We enjoyed everything in your wonderful property. The view says it all! Thanks again for allowingus to stay. H. Domagata"
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"MAGEN'S FANCY GUEST OWNERS: As the owner of a cottage that is often loaned out, I appreciate what you have provided for us guests...AN ADVENTURE IN PARADISE...From that nuts drive down from 37 to the unmatchable view it's all GREAT. As a gift back to you please accept the Champagne from the "FOUR FROM ILLINOIS." Most Sincerely, Bud Domagata"
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"Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful Villa with us. The weather, view, pool, & accommodations were all wonderful, perfect, beautiful and everything we hoped they would be!"