Vacation Rentals by Owner

Best condo with the best views!

Guest: Jerry (Virginia Beach, VA)
Date of Stay: 05/01/12 Review Submitted: 05/22/12

This condo has the best views of both the beach and pool. The three balconies allowed this view to be visible at all times. There is nothing better than palm trees on a Caribbean beach. The beach always had plenty of chairs/loungers, was kept clean, and not crowded. Snorkeling was good and watching the sailboats in the small harbor entertaining. The condo had plenty of space/storage, and was very attractively decorated and equipped. The floor plan was one of the best we have seen. Also, there were no steps to climb to get into the condo. It was a very short walk to the pool and beach. Sangria's restaurant, located on the Elysian property,was excellent and close when you do not want to go the short distance to Redhook. We had breakfast and lunch at Fish Tail's Reataurant at the American Yacht Harbor (Redhook) and both were excellent. Duffy's was good, as it always is, and has the best grilled fish sandwich. While it has the best drink selection, our wives really enjoyed the S'Mores dessert. The condo owners sent us good information about the island and condo before we arrived. They called us upon arrival to make sure everything was in order, which it was. They were wonderful hosts. We would recommend this condo to anyone who wants an enjoyable vacation!

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

Wonderful Vacation Spot

Guest: Jeannie (St. Paul, Mn.)
Date of Stay: 03/31/12 Review Submitted: 04/09/12

We just returned from a wonderful vacation at the Elysian condo in St. Thomas. The location was perfect. The beach and pool were really close to the unit which was very convenient with kids. The kids loved the grotto in the pool and the hot tub. It was very relaxing and not crowded. I loved that we could always find chairs. The restaurants at the resort were wonderful. We enjoyed the casual beach restaurant, Sangria, and the nicer Fish place. There was a cute beach bar next the pool that served great tropical drinks. We also enjoyed the water sports in front of the resort. We loved the location if the condo. It was only e few minute drive to Redhook and many fabulous beaches. The condo was clean and had many ammenities of home. It was so nice having the washer and dryer, sand toys, coolers, ect. The owners were wonderful to rent from and very helpful. We would love to return!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children.

Fabulous vacation!

Guest: Fishie (Oshkosh, WI)
Date of Stay: 02/23/12 Review Submitted: 03/03/12

We had a wonderful time at East End Eden. It was even nicer than pictured. The condo was immaculate and very sunny and spacious. The ocean views and proximity to the pool, beaches and restaurants could not be topped. The owners responded promptly to our questions and concerns. We would highly recommend the two onsite restaurants: Sangria's(sandwiches and pizzas) and Caribbean Fish Market(more upscale meals). We also recommend the sunset dinner cruise on the New Horizons sailboat. Can't wait to return to this lovely and peaceful resort. Thanks, Bruce and Sue, for sharing your vacation home with us.

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

Wonderful Experience

Guest: DB (greenwich)
Date of Stay: 02/11/12 Review Submitted: 02/21/12

We loved our experience. The condo was completely spotless and very well stocked including quality snorkle gear, which was lovely. The beds were extremely comfortable. The pictures are accurate, everything is clean and updated. We loved the view of the pool area. It was also very quiet but central. The new restaurant on the prem was top notch. We also enjoyed great massages at the spa. Red Hook is a great little town with everything you need. There are plently of activity choices on site or up the street at Saphire Beach Marina - including a wonderful sun set cruise and wave runners. The owners are very accomodating, responsive and friendly. We will come back again!

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

Just as Advertised

Guest: Ryan (Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/04/12 Review Submitted: 02/23/12

My family had a great time at Bruce and Sue's place. We have been using VRBO and HomeAway for several years and they are the best owners to work with to date. The condo is perfectly situated to enjoy the beach and pool. It has a great view and I would have to say it is one of the best located condos at Elysian. The place is very clean and nicely updated. Bruce and Sue have the condo stocked extremely well and have thought of everything. In all, this is a great condo and I would highly recommend staying here.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Fantastic Condo

Guest: Lori (East Windsor, CT)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12 Review Submitted: 01/26/12

This is my 2nd stay at this beautiful condo, and it certainly won't be my last. The condo is in a great location. Myself and 4 friends really enjoy St Thomas and now with this great place to call home for 9 days, we love it even more. Sue & Bruce have thought of everything. We love having the room of the condo, but also the amenities that the Elysian offers (pool, towel service, restaurants and bars). There are plenty of restaraunts close by if you don't want to venture very far, and a grocery store if you want to eat all your meals in. You are 5 minutes away from the ferry to go to St John or the BVI's. I can't say enough about the condo or the owners. I promise you, you will not be disappointed if you rent this place. Thanks again Sue & Bruce!

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

Wonderful vacation retreat!

Guest: Sue (Syracuse, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/07/12 Review Submitted: 02/16/12

Beautiful, spacious condo with 3 balconies and views! Fully equipped, including the snorkeling equipment, which we used daily! Owners provide lots of tips/information for things to do and places to go. Highly recommend!!

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

Awesome stay

Guest: Michael (Lafayette, LA)
Date of Stay: 11/24/11 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

Our stay in East End Eden was fantastic. Sue and Bruce were amazing from the time we first made the inquiry until we returned home. The condo is very well furnished and comfortable. The bedrooms are very spacious and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen has everything one needs to prepare and enjoy a snack or meal. The views from the balcony are great. The pool and hot tub at the resort were clean and well maintained. The beach is very nice with plenty of trees for shade and a designated swimming area. We rented a kayak and paddled a little ways out and snorkeled right off the beach. The thing that I appreciate and was most impressed with was the way Sue and Bruce handled our little problem. One night we returned to the condo to find that the freezer and refrigerator were not cooling. We called them at about 8pm and informed them of the problem. They found someone to come the next morning to fix it (which if you are familiar with the way things work in the islands, you understand how impressive that is) and had a minifrige brought in just in case it could not be fixed. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at East End Eden and are planning to return.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Absolutely wonderful!

Guest: Paula & Jon (Atlanta)
Date of Stay: 10/08/11 Review Submitted: 10/14/11

Bruce and Sue, we just returned from our trip. It was everything we thought it would be and more. As you know, we planned this trip more than a year ago and every week I would look at the photos and reviews in anticipation of the trip. It was exactly as you describe and as wonderful as your other guests said. It's even better than the photos!! Sue, you thought of everything to make it a home away from home. The high end furnishings, bedding, appliances, decor, stocked kitchen, etc are all top notch. You all made it so easy planning for the trip with your communication and suggestions. As for the property, the grounds staff seems to work really hard to keep up the pool and landscaping. We loved the your unit looks directly over the pool and the beach/water. It is perfect and such a beautiful view. The pool and beach are so close to the unit. That was so nice. The pool water and ocean water were really so comfortably warm, much more so than more islands we've visited. The restaurants that we liked most were: Pesce Italian (our favorite), Mafolie (amazing view, great fish dishes, we went at 5:00 for drinks at the bar overlooking the water and a huge cliff...beautiful), Island Time Pub (great pizza), Molly Malone's (great breakfast and bloody mary's). We chartered a sail boat (6 people max) to St John for snorkeling for the day (Sail with Captain Max), it was a great day and Max the captain makes a wonderful homemade lunch. Overall Bruce and Sue we loved it and just cannot wait to come back and next time bring our son. We'll rent your one bedroom condo as well next time. thanks for sharing your beautiful vacation home with us.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Great Fishing Lodge

Guest: Scott (Edina, MN)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11 Review Submitted: 11/08/11

Four regular fishing buddies decided to stay at Bruce and Sue's place during our fishing trip to the famed North Drop offshore of St. Thomas. While the fishing itself was unusually slow during this trip, the condo was perfect for our group. It comfortably handled four singles and has all the conveniences of home. The wifi was nice, as was the kitchen where we prepared our catch one evening. The view of the beach and the pool is great, and the pool itself is quite nice. We dined out around Red Hook and the yacht harbor primarily, so we did not experience the restaurants in the facility. Finally, our trip was originally postponed by a tropical storm that made fishing impossible, and Bruce and Sue were quite flexible in working with us to reschedule the trip. We would definitely stay again should we return to give the marlin another shot.

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

Simply PERFECT!

Guest: Amy (Fort Myers, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/23/11 Review Submitted: 10/18/11

We stayed at this condo while in town for a wedding at the Ritz next door. In a word...PERFECT! It is a beautifully decorated condo with all the comforts of home. We especially loved the comfy beds. The views out of every room are incredible! We snorkeled, sailed, paddle-boated, and swam. The restaurant where we ate at the Elysian Resort had just opened THAT day. And, to our delightful surprise, the food was DELICIOUS! I highly recommend the Mango Spinach Salad. I also loved being able to "eat in" and cook our own meals in the top notch kitchen. Overall, a wonderful trip.

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

Beautiful Condo! nicest owners ever!

Guest: Ann J. (Gainesville, Virginia)
Date of Stay: 08/14/11 Review Submitted: 09/05/11

Bruce and Sue are exceptional people! they were very friendly and easy to work with! There lovely Condo is ideally located close to everything! the beds were super comfy and we loved our 3 balconies, we stayed a week from 8/14 to 8/21/11. We were supposed to fly home that day but Hurricane Irene had other Ideas! our flight was cancelled and we weren't sure when we were going to be able leave...Bruce and Sue never hesitated they let us stay till we could get a flight calling and checking on our welfare...even making sure we had plenty of clean towels!...I will never forget there hospitality!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Phenomenal Property and Vacation!

Guest: Jacqueline M. (North Caldwell, New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11 Review Submitted: 08/15/11

We spent a week at East End Eden and had a fabulous time. The villa is beautifully furnished and impeccably maintained. It is even more impressive than the photos. Bruce and Sue were extremely helpful and genuinely interested in our family having the best possible experience both during the planning stage as well as after our arrival. There was literally nothing they had not thought of. The Elysian Beach Resort is by far the best location in the east end of St. Thomas if you are looking for a condo/villa accommodation. The pool has just been redone. It is beautiful and spotless. For our grandchildren, this was the favorite activity each and every day. Without a doubt, we will be back in the future. We were so sorry to have to leave. Thank you, Bruce and Sue, for sharing your lovely home with us!

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

Great Vacation

Guest: Texasfan (Friendswood, Texas)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/03/11

We had a great time in St. Thomas and the condo was great. It had a great view and beach to enjoy. The condo was clean and very spacious and had a great kitchen with everything we needed to prepare our meals. The beds were very comfortable and having a washer and dryer came in very handy. We really enjoyed having dinner on the balcony. I would recommend this condo. Our family will be returning when we can. We had 5 days on St. Thomas and still did not get to everything. We also loved the location of the condo.

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

Lovely and Relaxing

Guest: Kathy M (Wenonah, NJ)
Date of Stay: 06/30/11 Review Submitted: 07/11/11

Beautiful accommodations - very comfortable and well appointed. The owners have thought of everything and provide all the information you will need while at the resort. Fabulous views of pool, beach and bay. Quiet and relaxing resort 20 minutes from airport and town of Charlotte Amalie. Suggest renting a car. The only down side is that there wasn't an operating dining option open at the resort while we were there. Nearby town of Red Hook offers plenty of dining options. Definitely recommend.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

East End Eden

Guest: Denise (Huntingtown, MD)
Date of Stay: 04/14/11 Review Submitted: 04/20/11

We just returned from 5 nights at East End. We were all very sad to leave. The condo is wonderful, the pictures on line do not do it justice. The little things that Bruce and Sue do, such as having snorkeling equipment and shampoo in each bathroom, make it such a nice experience. We visited St John's while we were there. That was one of our favorite days. A quick drive to Red Hook, catch the ferry and spend the day on the wonderful beaches went by far too quickly. We tried several of the restaurants the Davis' suggested, such as Latitude 18 and Toad and Tart. We went to Toad and Tart on a Fri when they serve fish and chips. It was delicious. Our kids, aged 15, 12, and 10 will never forget going there because of how quirky the place is (a cat walks all around the dining area). The location of the condo is the best in the whole resort. You can sit on the balcony and see the wonderful pool and the beach. The beach was never crowded. We only ate at Ainsley's one night. The pizza was great. We want to go back and visit again soon!

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

Perfect vacation!!!

Guest: bobo4 (Minnesota)
Date of Stay: 04/03/11 Review Submitted: 04/18/11

After a very long winter, my family and I were looking forward to a warm beach vacation. This one topped all our expectations. The condo was beautiful and the location amazing. The breeze off the ocean was enough that we didn't even need to turn the air on, and we were able to enjoy the sights and sounds of St Thomas. Bruce and Sue have thought of everything. The condo is comfortable and well stocked. It was perfect to have the scuba equipment available at the condo as well as everthing else we needed. Bruce and Sue followed up with us the first night to make sure everything had been cleaned and was satisfactory. The beach, pool and restaraunts were just a hop, skip and a jump away. We enjoyed the fact that the Roberts and Ainsley's had some night time entertainment, but it was never too late or too loud. The kids (14) (10) loved the Pizza at Ainsley's. My husband and I thought the food at Blue moon was great. We went on an amazing sailing/snorkeling trip with New Horizons and did a few great scuba diving excursions with Aqua Action dive center at Secret Habour just down the road. We visited several different beaches around the island and each was more beautiful than the next. We did find we liked the east end of the island best just for the variety of activities and it seemed to be a bit more quiet with not so much Cruise ship activity. We would definitely recommend renting a car as it made getting everywhere so much easier. Driving is a bit crazy with the small roads and driving on the opposite side, but it added to the adventure:) We will definitely return to St Thomas and will stay with Bruce and Sue again. We wouldn't change anything!

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

Great Location, Beautifully Kept Condo, Wonderful Owners

Guest: Kirsten (Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 03/10/11 Review Submitted: 03/29/11

We just returned a couple of weeks ago from a fabulous week at Sue and Bruce's condo at The Elysian. This condo was everything they advertised and more. We had never been to St. Thomas before and this clearly is the best location on the island. Great, less crowded, beach and close to Red Hook, which is nice if you don't want to drive far on the hilly roads for dinner. We traveled with 2 young children and they LOVED the pool and got lots of use of all the fun toys in the closet at the condo. The condo itself is in immaculate condition, has a super view and we really enjoyed using it as our home base. We would highly recommend this property for anyone, friends, or families, it had something for everyone. Sue and Bruce were great to work with, it was a vacation to remember.

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

Simply perfect

Guest: Christopher (FAYETTEVILLE)
Date of Stay: 03/01/11 Review Submitted: 03/11/11

I have been traveling to the Virgin Islands for many years. When I started looking for a rental or hotel that would accommodate my family of 5 (3 small kids) and have all the amenities that I wanted, I knew I found the right spot with this condo. A pool, hot tub, and an excellent beach all within steps of the condo. Two great restaurants, a couple of bars right on the property! The condo was modern and clean. The view from the balconies was amazing. I appreciate the personal attention given to us by the owners to assure our vacation was going well. There are many good restaurants close by. You will have a hard time finding a condo that is this spacious and nice that has a great location like this one. Kudos to Bruce and Sue.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Unbelievable Condo!

Guest: Lori (East Windsor, CT)
Date of Stay: 02/09/11 Review Submitted: 02/20/11

Myself and 4 friends rented the condo from 2/9-2/17/11. When we first walked in, we all had the same thoughts. WOW! This is hands down one of the best vacation condos we have ever stayed in. It is decorated beautifully and every little detail was thought of. We had plenty of room to spread out for the 9 days we were there, and the 3 bathrooms were especially nice (with 5 woman traveling). Every morning we would sit out on one of the balconies and marvel at the pool, the palm trees and of course the beautiful blue water. One of the things we like so much about this condo is that you get the best of both worlds, the space of the condo instead of a one room hotel, yet you get the hotel perks (a pool, restaurants/bars & towel service). The owners were in touch right from our initial inquiry into the property right up until we were comfortably settled into the condo. I can not say enough about this property. When you look at the pictures and think, wow this is nice, believe me when I tell you, you will not be disappointed. The property is well maintained. The grounds are beauifully landscaped, the pool is gorgeous and clean. The beach always had plenty of beach chairs available and just so convenient. We took advice from the owners on a couple of restaurants. One was the Northside Bistro. The big joke is, go if you can find it. While it was quite a crazy trek to get there, it was well worth the drive. Three of my traveling companions get terribly car sick and after we arrived at the restaurant were not feeling to well. After eating there, we immediately all knew we wanted to go back and did. That must say something about our meal, Three people who get car sick were willing to take the ride again. I could probably go on and on about this condo, alls I can say is if you are looking for a place to stay, give this place a try, you'll be happy you did. Thanks Sue & Bruce for opening your condo and making us feel right at home. I know I will be returning next February and will be looking to rent from you again!

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

What a great get away for the family!

Guest: Rachel A. (East Meadow, NY)
Date of Stay: 01/15/11 Review Submitted: 02/02/11

We stayed at this property from Jan. 15th-22nd, 2011. This condo is very accomodating, from the place being well equiped to being just steps away to the beautiful beach the property sits on. There is a lovely pool area, as well as 2 bars (one on the beach at Ainsley's and one at the pool) with all the tropical drinks you could desire. The owners were very pleasant to deal with, and it was a very easy process to do this rental. The property is very close to Redhook, so it is a hop, skip and a jump to get to St. John on the ferry to enjoy some of the beaches over there. If you don't rent a car, there are plenty of taxi's to take you where you want to go. The Condo is very nice and clean and has every comfort of home. The owners really did think of everything you could need. There are plenty of restaurants close by, as well as two on this property. (Both were good.) The way the place was decorated reminded me of my own Marriott time share (really nicely done!). There were plenty of beach toys for my little one (2 1/2 year old) to play with. He was covered in sand from head to toe at the end of each day with a smile from ear to ear. The memory of that is just one of many I will cherish from this vacation. My older son (10 year old) and I used the snorkel equiptment that was provided in the condo with the noodles (also provided) to go snorkeling. We had such a good time! Again memories that I will cherish! The pictures of this property really do not do it justice. It is even nicer than the pictures! We will absolutely rent this condo again and I am already thinking about the next time we go there and the things we will do. One week is just not enough!

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

East End Eden St Thomo go back!as

Guest: Mike (Isle of Palms, SC)
Date of Stay: 01/09/11 Review Submitted: 01/10/12

We rented East End Eden for a week in December 2011. The group included my wife and I, her sister and her sister's husband. We were very pleased with the condo and would recommend it without reservation. We have visited St. Thomas several times and found this stay to be the most relaxing and enjoyable yet. The pool and beach are very nice and easily accessible. East End Eden is next door to the Ritz Carlton and very convenient to the east end of the island and Red Hook. The unit has been updated and includes a washer and dryer and WiFi that we found very convenient.Can't wait to go back.

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

Paradise on St. Thomas

Guest: JoeBoston (Boston, MA)
Date of Stay: 01/08/11 Review Submitted: 02/03/11

There is always that momentary hesitation when you drive up to a property that you secured via the internet, that it will not meet expectations, however, in this case, the property was exactly as shown and was described perfectly. The unit was clean and well supplied in the staples that we would need for our 1 week (Saturday to Saturday) stay. It even included beach toys perfect for our 2 year old grandson. The only required trips were to the supermarket for food and drink. Shortly after we arrived at the condo, we received a call from the owner to welcome us and to ensure that we found everything satisfactory. The complex has a very well maintained swimming pool and is attached to a lovely private beach. We were also very convenient to two of our favorite beaches, Secret Harbor and Sapphire. We did make the trip to Magens Bay, but it was further than we wanted to travel and paying the entrance fee was a cost that we didn't need when there were so many beautiful "free" beaches. We were only about 10 minutes out of Red Hook, where we took the ferry over to St John.There are also a lot of restaurants and dive shops in the town. The first night we were at the condo, we ate on the property at Robert's, and found it to be an excellent choice. We also had dinner at the Blue Moon Cafe (5 minutes away) but our favorite was Mim's Seafood Bistro at Bolongo Bay (15 min). We had lunch at Ainsleys, also on the property, and everyone (4 adults) were really impressed with the quality and taste, and you can't beat the view. We had planned to spend a day in Charlotte Amalie, but loved where we were were so much that we never made that trip. We would definitely recommend this property to anyone and we are looking forward to our return trip next year.

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

Thanksgiving at East End Eden

Guest: Beth and Paul (Leesburg, VA)
Date of Stay: 11/27/10 Review Submitted: 12/02/10

We loved spending Thanksgiving at East End Eden. This is the second time we have stayed at this condo. Bruce and Sue do an excellent job as hosts to make their condo feel like a real home away from home for their guests. I can't imagine staying anywhere else in St. Thomas. We recommend sailing on the Lady Lyndsey at the Ritz Carlton and Coral World.

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

Wonderful Time at East End Eden!

Guest: Val (Montville, NJ)
Date of Stay: 08/22/10 Review Submitted: 09/01/10

Sue and Bruce thank you for sharing your wonderful condo! Both of our families felt comfortable and at home. It was the perfect location on the island. Great for taking a ferry to St. John out of Red Hook and close enough to walk to the Ritz for dinner. Thank you for the beautiful Birds of Paradise. To those who are reading this:the pictures are right on, the condo and resort were clean. And Sue and Bruce were more than patient and helpful with answering at least 50 questions from two moms traveling with five children. Visiting Trunk Bay on St. John was the highlight of the trip. It was breath taking. I would definitely recommend renting a car. DO NOT TAKE TAXIS, THEY ARE VERY EXPENSIVE. $12 pp from the airport and $2 per bag. You could rent a car for 24 hours cheaper. Driving does take a few screaming reminders to get on the LEFT side of the road. And it is hilly. But def doable. Bella Blu - Frenchtown, wonderful. Romano's - Coki Beach, excellent. Craig and Sally's looked great but not for kids. Sushi at the Ritz, good, however, Ritz prices. (Beach at Elysian, nicer than Ritz) Happy hour at Ainsley's, drinks half price 3-5 pm. Molly Malones, Red Hook, horrible. Roberts, at the property, thumbs down. Marriott, Windows on the Harbor, thumbs down. Duffy's in Redhook looked fun, but we were hesitant due to the location and the kids. Bisquick pancakes with warm syrup made by Val, FABULOUS!!! Overall if you go to trip advisor and look at reviews they are fairly right on. We checked one box with non perishables and that saved time and money. Get to airport at least two hours prior to departure. I did not. Missed flight. Cried. Stayed another night. Hence finding out about the car being cheaper than the taxi. Security is slower than where ever you departed from. All in all St. Thomas and our condo were wonderful and a vacation my children and I will always remember. Thank you for allowing your condo to be a part of our family memories.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Fabulous Find

Guest: June, Roland, James (Danbury, CT)
Date of Stay: 08/16/10 Review Submitted: 09/04/10

My husband, 15-year-old son, and I stayed at this condo 8/16-8/22/10. We truly loved this condo. The decor was excellent. It was extremely clean. Beds were very comfortable. Plenty of room. My son particularly liked how his room was located far enough away from us. We all loved the three balconies. I particularly liked being on the east end of the island. It was very convenient to many things. The resort was very nice. They have a large clean pool right off the beach. The beach was clean. We didn't encounter any bugs. There's pretty good snorkeling on the left side by the rocks. After exploring the island for the week my son asked if we could stay at the resort our last day, which we did. We rented some kayaks and really enjoyed it. He said it was the best day of the trip. Some places we enjoyed were as follows: Our favorite beach was Lindquist, now Smith Bay. There's no services, except you can rent chairs, but it was beautiful and secluded, hardly any people, and a true island feel to it. In our opinion the best beach for snorkeling is Coki. They had some trouble there prior to our arrival, but when we went there there was plenty of police presence and we felt very safe. Waitresses come around to serve drinks and food. The conch fritters were excellent! We didn't particularly care for Magens Bay. A large cruise ship dropped people off and it was extremely crowded. We did stop at the dairy on top of the hill on our way back for ice cream and were pleased to see we could add liquor to our ice cream. I liked the creme de menthe on chocolate. We felt very local sitting on the deck. Some of our favorite restaurants were Ainsley's on the property, Robert's, Blue Moon, the irish pub in Red Hook, forgot the name. I celebrated my 50th birthday at Banana Tree Grille in Charlotte Amalie, which was fabulous. Got to have the gorgonzola bread. (Speaking of my birthday, my husband surprised me with flowers which he got from East End Florist, which were beautiful!) Actually we liked every restaurant we went to. One surprising find was the cafe in the baggage area of the airport. They have a hot meal of the day, chicken when we were there, which was great. Next time I would get takeout from there to bring to the condo. We would recommend this condo to anyone. We had a great time and part of that was having such a nice place to stay. We will be back and plan on staying here again. Thank you for sharing it.

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

Warm and welcoming

Guest: Angela (Cranberry Twp, PA)
Date of Stay: 08/08/10 Review Submitted: 08/27/10

Our compliments to you on a beautiful 'home away from home.' It was both elegant and welcoming, attractive and functional. It was spotless when we arrived and almost more beautiful than in the photos. The resort itself was pleasant: great pool (very well maintained!), nice restaurants, good spa (get a massage from Martin) and friendly staff. The beaches on St. Thomas are incredible; each one more breathtaking than the last! We snorkeled at Sapphire Beach, my husband went diving at Coki (while the kids and I spent time at Coral World) and we all loved Magens Bay. Our favorite dinner was definitely Latitude 18 (finding it was an adventure), but we had many delicious meals. We're not avid shoppers, so one day in Charlotte Amalie was enough, but my son was thrilled to get to Blackbeard's Castle. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in paradise. Thank you again for sharing your wonderful home! We hope to be back again someday!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

East End Eden, Great Place and Location

Guest: BquaredTN (Franklin, TN)
Date of Stay: 06/21/10 Review Submitted: 07/01/10

The condo was wonderful and the location couldn't have been better. The condo was top notch as far as amenities, inside and out, it was clean and well taken care of. Easy walk to the pool or the beach also provided a great view. Close to Red Hook for ferries to St John and Tortola as well as popular beaches like Coki, Sapphire, and Magen's Bay. Many close places to eat as well. Each bedroom has it's own balcony, flat screen TV, and bathroom. The main living area also has a balcony, bathroom, large flat screen TV. All balconies have tables and chairs. Snorkeling gear was provided which saved us quite a few bucks. All appliances and furniture are brand new, the kitchen was well equipped, and there was lots of literature on the islands for planning purposes. I could just keep on going. I would highly recommend this condo to any of my family and/or friends. You won't be disappointed. Our recommendations are: Virgin Gorda (The Baths and Devil's Bay), Tortola (Smuggler's Cove and Cane Garden Bay), Cinnamon Bay (St John), Magens Bay and Sapphire Beach (St Thomas). Dining we liked Senor Pizza (Red Hook), Ainsley's (at the Elysian Resort), and Iggies (Bolongo Bay). The highlight of the trip was our chartered sailboat from Mornigstar Charters located at Point Pleasant.

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Worth the Stay

Guest: TUTU (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 06/10/10 Review Submitted: 06/21/10

The place was amazing, felt so much like being home with everything that was furnished. So close to the beach, great dining on site and a pool that made the trip complete. Close to everything and the condo is beautiful such a great lay out and decor. Plan on coming back again this Spring and staying here again.

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

Everything the owners stated and more!

Guest: SLO Town (California)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10 Review Submitted: 05/29/10

We just returned home after 8 days at this property and we couldn't have been happier. The pictures really don't do it justice - it was a pleasant surprise to arrive and discover the property was better than the photos and closer to the pool and ocean than expected. It was clean, well maintained and it had everything we needed to feel right at home. The owners were more than happy to provide accurate and helpful information for us and their list of tips and recommendations really were on point. We would stay here again and recommend it to friends and relatives. We really loved the owner's favorite restaurant recommendation Lattitude 18 and wished that we would have gone there earlier in our trip so that we could have returned a second time. Our day trip to St. John and Jost Van Dyke were outstanding and the condo location makes it so easy to access the ferry from Red Hook. A great trip all around! We only wish that we had more days to explore the area because there is so much to see and do.

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

Vacation Paradise

Guest: DawnO (Holderness, NH)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10 Review Submitted: 04/27/10

This condo was beautiful! Everything was very clean and comfortable, I couldn't have asked for more in a rental. Bruce and Sue, the owners, were very friendly and helpful with any and all questions we had. The Resort is kept up exceptionally. The pool was always clean the grounds impeccably maintained, and the beach was continuosly raked. There is great snorkeling behind the condo just to the left and six sets of snorkeling gear are provided in the condo. Everything was perfect...We couldn't have rented a better place or had a better vacation.

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

Vacation Paradise!

Guest: DawnO (Holderness, NH)
Date of Stay: 04/15/10 Review Submitted: 04/24/10

East End Eden was everything that was promised and that we expected...Paradise! We couldn't have found a better condo on the island. The interior was beautiful, from the granite counters to the extremely comfortable beds and spacious bathrooms. With three balconies to enjoy the gorgeous view of the pool and the beach it was pure relaxation. Snorkeling behind the condo was great...lots of colorful fish! The pool and the grounds were very nice and always perfectly maintained. The two restaurants, Robert's and Ainsley's, were both very good. Bruce and Sue are extremely friendly and helpful with recommendations on where to eat and what to do. We definitely recommend renting a car, as we drove quite a bit to explore the island and all it has to offer. A big favorite of the entire family was snorkeling at Coki beach (don't be put off by the look of the parking area, it is a beautiful beach with tons of fish). All in all this was one of our best vacations and we will definitely be recommending it and would love to return to East End Eden.

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

Spring Break 2010

Guest: Beth and Paul (Leesburg, VA)
Date of Stay: 03/28/10 Review Submitted: 04/02/10

We just got back from Spring Break at East End Eden! We had a wonderful time and the condo is exactly as described. Bruce and Sue were very helpful in answering all my questions and providing additional information. This condo is very well maintained and we can't wait to return later this year. We recommend Coral World and Scuba Diving at the Patagon Dive Center (located at the Ritz Carlton next door).

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

East End Eden

Guest: Jody H. (Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/13/10 Review Submitted: 04/03/10

My husband, teenage son, tween daughter, and mom enjoyed our visit to East End Eden! The condo was spacious and clean-loved the view of the beach and pool from the balcony! The condo has everything you need-by far one of the best equipped condos we've been to! Snorkle gear, coolers, beach stuff available for use! Movies, books, and magazines in condo. Even a little bit of rum for our late arrival! The restraunts on site had good food. Beach and pool always had chairs available. Quiet and safe at condos!!! Highly recommend for families or couples-but you do need a car to get around St. Thomas! Thank you Bruce and Sue!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway.

Guest: Danielle and Tom Grace (Ijamsville, MD)
Date of Stay: 03/11/10 Review Submitted: 03/11/10

We had one of our BEST vacations EVER at East End Eden! What an adventure!! SO much fun! And yet SO relaxing! The condo is everything promised AND MORE! If you're skeptical (like my husband was going into this) and you worry that photos lie, well, worry not! The photos don't even do it justice!!! The condo has everything you could need and more. Warning: especially now that airlines charge for bags - LEAVE IT ALL AT HOME! Just bring a couple of swimsuits, undies, and jammies - and viola! We packed all kinds of cute outfits for us and the kids --- and wore NONE OF IT! Well, that's because we took full advantage of the AWESOME kitchen in the condo and prepared all of our meals at home! But if you want an easy meal, there are TWO great restaurants at the Elysian, and THREE bars! (I like their priorities!!) Bruce and Sue are SO committed to customer satisfaction - we couldn't be happier with the experience and look forward to our return!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/26/10 Review Submitted: 01/26/10

Beautiful Condo! Brand New everything-loved the location, loved the Elysian, loved our vacation. Very relaxing atmosphere-enjoyed both the restaurants on the grounds and appreciated all the condo had to offer. Appreciated the use of the snorkeling gear, loved the beds, the 3 baths and the view from the balacony. Everything was new and clean and the beach was spectacular.

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Wonderful, relaxing

Guest: TootieG (Alexandria, VA)
Date of Stay: 01/23/10 Review Submitted: 03/03/10

We, my husband and I stayed here in January with another couple, (friends for almost 50 years). We found this condo to be ideal for our needs, everything and anything we could want in the condo. The picture are beautiful and they are exactly what you see when you are there. We loved the beach, the water and the pool. We enjoyed several meals in the resort. Had great dinners at Havana Blue, and the Ritz Carlton; and a fun night at Iggies Beach Bar. Hope to visit again. Bruce and Sue were very helpful in getting us settled in. Thanks.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Mike169 (Massachusetts)
Date of Stay: 01/21/10 Review Submitted: 01/21/10

Fantastic condo on the beach. Looks out over the pool and to the ocean view. Very well appointed kitchen and supplies. Very comfortable. Two very good restaurants on the property. Thank you very much. PS We learned if you say good day or good morning to the locals before you ask a question you are much more able to get what you are looking for.

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Guest: Jeff, Linda and Family
Date of Stay: 12/26/09 Review Submitted: 12/25/09

We had a wonderful time! The place was delightful and the view – PARADISE!Thank you so much for lending us your place for a little while. We really enjoyed our St. Thomas Christmas, and plan to come back again!

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Absolutely Perfect!

Guest: bluewaters (Houston, PA)
Date of Stay: 12/20/09 Review Submitted: 01/18/10

Thank you so much for sharing your condo with us! We had a wonderful time. The Elysian was perfectly situated for our needs, away from the crowds but close to everything. East End was very comfortable and well equipped. The owners have thoughtfully provided for ALL you could ask. Do not hesitate to choose this location for your vacation. We visited several other beaches, Coki, Magen's Bay, Sapphire, took a day trip to St. John (Must-do!) and day trip for shopping to Charlotte Amalie. All these were fantastic as was the day we spent right at Cowpet beach! Snorkeling was great in part due to the gear right there at the condo! Food...we enjoyed Ainsley's, Roberts, Mims, Molly Malones and recommend all of them. Loved St. Thomas and can't wait for a return trip. We would definitely return to East End.

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

Lovely!

Guest: Mike and Lynne
Date of Stay: 12/20/09 Review Submitted: 01/10/10

Lovely! Many thanks to our hosts, the Davis family.

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Guest: Mike and Lynne
Date of Stay: 12/20/09 Review Submitted: 12/19/09

Lovely! Many thanks to our hosts, the Davis family.

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Guest: Drew-Shanie-Lexie (-)
Date of Stay: 12/15/09 Review Submitted: 12/15/09

We were at Elysian in May of this year and had such a great time we went back over Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, the unit we had rented was not available so we chose Bruce and Sue's unit. Wow!!! It was absolutely incredible. Parking lot level (very hilly in St Thomas), less than a minute to the pool-beach-restaurant. The unit was beautifully decorated with new appliances and furniture. The views from any of the 3 balconies were amazing. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking to visit St. Thomas. Thanks Bruce and Sue for helping us with such a great holiday!!!!!

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Guest: cynthia and marc (roswell, georgia)
Date of Stay: 11/12/09 Review Submitted: 11/12/09

We can't wait to come back...what a wonderful time we had at EastEnd Eden! The condo has one of the best views of the pool and the beach. The condo was perfect for dining in or just relaxing on the deck to watch the sunset. The owners truly thought of everything to make us feel at home. The unit was very clean and well equipped. The beds were so comfortable. The restaurants at the Elysian are wonderful and convenient if you don't feel like venturing out. The fitness center was nice and had a lot of equipment. We would highly recommend EastEndEden!

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Paradise at East End Eden

Guest: cynthia and marc (roswell, georgia)
Date of Stay: 11/07/09 Review Submitted: 11/12/09

We can't wait to come back...what a wonderful time we had at EastEnd Eden! The condo has one of the best views of the pool and the beach. The condo was perfect for dining in or just relaxing on the deck to watch the sunset. The owners truly thought of everything to make us feel at home. The unit was very clean and well equipped. The beds were so comfortable. The restaurants at the Elysian are wonderful and convenient if you don't feel like venturing out. The fitness center was nice and had a lot of equipment. We would highly recommend EastEndEden!

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

Fabulous Place

Guest: Ben and Gerry
Date of Stay: 10/12/09 Review Submitted: 01/10/10

Fabulous place to stay, fully equipped! Best beaches; best snorkeling 1) Cinnamon Bay on St. John 2) Coki Beach on St. Thomas FYI – Senor Pizza – goood! They deliver and the best advertisement is on the boat in the bay! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home, we will certainly be back! This is our third time at the Elysian, but this was the best. Your beautiful home made it so special we would love to stay here again and tell all our friends

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Guest: Ben and Gerry
Date of Stay: 10/12/09 Review Submitted: 10/11/09

Fabulous place to stay, fully equipped! Best beaches; best snorkeling1)Cinnamon Bay on St. John2)Coki Beach on St. ThomasFYI – Senor Pizza – goood! They deliver and the best advertisement is on the boat in the bay!Thank you for sharing your beautiful home, we will certainly be back! This is our third time at the Elysian, but this was the best. Your beautiful home made it so special we would love to stay here again and tell all our friends

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Best Equipped Rental

Guest: The Williamsons
Date of Stay: 09/25/09 Review Submitted: 01/10/10

Thank you for sharing your beautiful retreat. It was our first trip to St. Thomas and we certainly want to come back. Everything you could want is right here at your fingerips – the best equipped rental we have ever seen. We look forward to coming back. Thank you so much for your kindness and concern!

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Guest: The Williamsons
Date of Stay: 09/25/09 Review Submitted: 09/24/09

Thank you for sharing your beautiful retreat. It was our first trip to St. Thomas and we certainly want to come back. Everything you could want is right here at your fingerips – the best equipped rental we have ever seen. We look forward to coming back. Thank you so much for your kindness and concern!

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Great Vacation Spot!

Guest: luv usvi (Concord, NC USA)
Date of Stay: 09/18/09 Review Submitted: 10/04/09

My husband and I love the Elysian and this is one of the best condos you can rent. We have been to St. Thomas before and the Elysian is by far the best place to stay. Great view and very well decorated. We were impressed with the well equipped kitchen. We highly recommend this property and the owners were very accommodating.

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