Location: Coral Bay, USVI - St. John, Caribbean (La Bella Villa is About 2 Minutes from Skinny Legs!) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
La Bella Villa is a unique, hand-crafted home made of island stone and masonry. It has a gorgeous view of Coral Bay and of beautiful Bordeaux Mountain. The house itself has all the character and warmth of a traditional Caribbean home, yet it is modern, well equipped, clean, and comfortable. Romantics will adore this picturesque and idyllic home and marvel at the architectural touches.
The house faces Coral Bay: its 12 by 40 foot long covered porch lures you into sitting outside to read, watch the view, talk and simply enjoy comfortable outside living. Each room has a beautiful view and each bedroom is individually appointed with island art and touches. And you’ll love the magnificent mahogany shutters and doors (all fully screened, of course) all around the house.
Behind a Caribbean stone wall and next to the villa, La Bella Villa’s pool deck provides the perfect place for enjoying St. John’s sun and the views of Coral Bay and Bordeaux Mountain. The fresh water outdoor pool has ready access to a shower from the deck area as well as an entrance to the kitchen. With lounge chairs, a table and umbrella for reading by the pool, beach towels, and a nearby gas grill, you have all the comforts for an afternoon in the sun. We also provide beach chairs and a cooler for beach outings.
Opening from the pool deck, the kitchen is a NEFF custom kitchen featuring a granite sink and concrete counters. It is modern and fully equipped.
The living room is furnished with traditional Caribbean furniture. With vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans, tiled floors and Caribbean art, it has a relaxing and inviting interior. For your entertainment, a British Colonial-style armoire houses the entertainment center, including a nice collection of movies, CDs, and games for guests’ pleasure.
The beautiful mahogany doors open to the 500 square foot deck with a fabulous view of Coral Bay. The porch has a wooden table which seats 6 for relaxed, al fresco dining. A comfy sofa and wicker rocking chairs make the porch an outdoor living room, cooled by breezes from Coral Bay and by ceiling fans.
La Bella Villa sleeps 4 comfortably in its two bedrooms, and has a queen-sized sleeper sofa in the living room for up to 2 more. The master bedroom features a romantic, British Colonial king-sized four-poster bed with luxurious linens, sconce lights above the bed, mahogany closets, a floor mirror, ceiling fans for a comfortable breeze, and views through jalousied/screened doors onto the porch and to Coral Bay itself. The master bath has a full, island style, walk-in tiled shower, footed sink, and comfortable privacy.
The second bedroom features a queen-sized bed as well as palm tree lamps on mahogany night stands. Overlooking the pool and with windows on three sides, this charming bedroom also features luxurious linens, Caribbean art, a ceiling fan for a cool breeze, and mahogany doors and window shutters.
After a day in the pool or at the beach, it is a short drive to one of the many fine or fun restaurants for which St. John is well known, including the famous Skinny Legs, Sweet Plantains, Aqua Bistro, Shipwreck Landing and others right in Coral Bay. A 20-minute ride takes you to Cruz Bay which features numerous other great restaurants and more shopping.
Perhaps best of all is the great access to the popular, beautiful North Shore beaches and the opportunity to explore South Shore and East End beaches, which are less frequented.
A variety of birds frequent the immediate area which, depending upon the season, may include the largest hummingbirds you have ever seen, even parrots, and our popular native bird, the little but gorgeous bananaquit. Coral Bay, which is a little more funky and laid back than the Cruz Bay area of St. John, is also known for the island donkeys and goats that wander the streets and occasionally come near the villa. Our very own iguana family lives in the trees off the decks. And the night sounds of the tree frogs will lull you into a deep restful sleep.
Couples and families – adventurers, romantics, or those wanting just to relax -- will adore this picturesque and idyllic villa.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed: The king-sized bed in the master bedroom is of British-Colonial styling. It makes you feel very special!
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: The propane grill is located on the pool deck near the kitchen door, make it very accessible and convenient.
- Deck/Patio: La Bella Villa has two decks...a large covered deck with rocking chairs, dining table, and a comfy sofa, and the pool deck with chaise lounges and a table with umbrella for pool-side meals.
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Mountain View: From the pool deck, guests have a wonderful view of lush, green Bordeaux Mountain. Sometimes the top is shrouded in mist or clouds and it is fascinating to watch the clouds "go up" the side.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low Season 2009: Apr 11-Nov 21, Nov 28-Dec 19 .. $2200/week
Thanksgiving 2009: Nov 21-Nov 28 ................. $2500/week
Christmas and New Years 2009: Dec 19-Jan 02 .. $3550/week
Winter Season 2010: Jan 02-Apr 10 .. $3100/week
Low Season 2010: Apr 10-Nov 20 .. $2200/week
Thanksgiving 2010: Nov 20-Nov 27 .. $2500/week
Note: 8% VI hotel tax will be added.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2004
Why the Owner Chose Coral Bay
St. John is our dream destination. Despite California roots, we'll never move there because the water is cold and the ocean is...gray! When we saw this villa, we fell in love with it! And have never wavered in our delight with Bella Villa -- or St. John -- since!
The Unique Benefits at this House
La Bella Villa is heaven in the Caribbean. AND it has a fabulous outdoor shower...complete with a fossilized fish. Who could ask for more?
La Bella Villa is on Cedar Lane, in a small "neighborhood" of 7 houses. Several of these houses are lived in by permanent residents which makes the area safe and friendly. However, the villa is "above
Owner's Map of Coral Bay
Sitting at Sun Dog Cafe in Mongoose Junction, just enjoying St. John.
Property Photos
- Welcome to La Bella Villa! - Coral Bay, Caribbean Vacation Rental Home with Ocean View
- Al fresco dining with a glorious view of Coral Bay - Coral Bay, Caribbean Vacation Rental Home with Ocean View
- The perfect setting for reading or snoozing - Coral Bay, Caribbean Vacation Rental Home with Ocean View
- Island decor in the living room
- Fully equipped kitchen leads to pool deck
- No problem doing dishes with a view like this
- The cool pool, surrounded by unique island stone work
- Breakfast on the pool deck
- A VERY romantic bed...
- ...with a glorious view of the Bay.
- Attractive "facilities"
- The second bedroom overlooks the pool
- The WONDERFUL outdoor shower!!
- The unique island stonework with our own fossilized fish -- in the shower.
- Please come stay at La Bella Villa!
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #262345
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