Lunch on our condo main balcony (and you can see your beach chair from here;)
Location: Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina, Sapphire Beach, East End, USVI - St. Thomas, Caribbean View Map
Accommodations: Condo, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: Condominium
A UNIQUE COMBINATION OF COMFORT, TRANQUILITY AND ACTIVITIES!
When you dream of a tropical paradise, do you dream of a place where a white sand beach stretches out in front of you? Or of a world where the water is a kaleidoscope of turquoise and aquamarine hues?
If that’s your ideal vacation, then come enjoy our home while vacationing in Paradise! This spectacular 3rd and 4th floor condominium is located in the B-building directly on Sapphire beach, with breathtaking 180° views from each floor of the ocean and the neighboring islands (St John and British Virgin Islands). To us, this is the “Good Life” or “Bonne Vie”!
Just imagine...sitting back on one of the two private balconies enjoying your morning coffee (or afternoon cocktails) in a lush tropical setting listening to the calming sounds of the ocean lapping at the sand! As you sit looking out, you contemplate a dip in the water or a leisurely stroll down to the pristine beach, feeling the sugary white sand between your toes and admiring the incredible blue waters of the Caribbean. All of this is located right in front of our home…we must warn you, you’ll have to pinch yourself or you'll think you've gone to heaven!
Our Condo…
We are proud to share our private paradise – Villa Bonne Vie - with you! Capture the splendor of the ocean within arms reach, as your worries and cares fade away. Our newly remodeled condo is tastefully set up as our home-away-from-home and comes complete for anyone to walk in and be more than comfortable.
The condo boasts floor-to-ceiling brand new sliding doors that open onto two private balconies with awesome views of Sapphire Beach and the Caribbean. The condo is fully air-conditioned (separate controls on each floor) and completely furnished with cookware, luxury bed and bath linens, beach towels, and a cooler for your trips to other beaches.
On the main floor there is a living room with a Queen sleeper-sofa, dining area, large flat screen TV, cable, stereo w/iPod dock, renovated full bathroom, and a brand new kitchen that has everything to make life easy – solid granite counter with breakfast bar, new wood cabinets with plenty of storage, microwave/convection oven, smooth cook-top, refrigerator with ice-maker, toaster oven, blender, coffee-maker, and espresso/cappuccino machine.
The top floor is the master bedroom suite with a second renovated full bathroom and a gorgeous ocean view to enjoy right from the brand new Therapedic King-size bed! If more sleeping space is needed, there is a Queen sleeper-sofa in the master suite sitting area. There is another large flat screen TV and cable upstairs.
To make sure you’re connected to the outside world (if you want;), we offer Broadband Wi-Fi throughout the condo, a large flat screen TV with cable on each floor, and an AT&T cell phone for local and US calls.
For a truly hassle-free vacation, we include the pick-up and drop-off from the airport by our personal representative, including a grocery stop on your way to Villa Bonne Vie. We can also arrange for pre-ordered grocery delivery or a personal chef – just let us know what you need.
Amenities at Sapphire Beach Resort and Marina…
You'll have no shortage of options as you plan your day. Go for a swim, nap on the sand, snorkel right off the beach, kayak, sail-boarding, volleyball, parasailing, rent a Wave Runner, go for a PADI dive, snorkeling tour, or a deep sea fishing charter from the Sapphire Marina just steps away...the day is yours to relax and enjoy as you wish in the warm Caribbean sun...and that’s just at Sapphire Beach!!!
As part of your package, you'll have full use of the chaise lounges on the beach, outside games, floats and noodles, and snorkeling equipment (for 2hrs per day) provided by the Dive In! shop.
If you feel like something other than the beach, Sapphire also offers a multi-level cascading freshwater pool on the edge of the Caribbean Sea and two tennis courts for use, which are also well lit for night play.
Currently at Sapphire, the “Banana Cabana” offers food, soda and freezy drinks (located between B and C buildings) and the Sapphire Grill offers lunch and dinner (a short stroll up the hill past the Marina and F building). Both places also provide beach service, so you don’t even need to get out of your chair:). If you’re really tired after the day, the Grill offers room service and Senor Pizza delivers to Sapphire. Don’t forget about the complimentary shuttle to Fungi’s and Agave Restaurant – no worries about navigating the roads after a relaxing meal.
Saint Thomas…
We are blessed with one of the most pleasant climates in the world, which is kept comfortable year round by gentle trade winds – the average daytime summer temperatures are around 85° and 80° during winter months. The great thing is that you don’t need your passport – all of this beauty is part of the United States.
There are numerous options of things to see and do on St. Thomas and the surrounding islands, including the many beaches (the real gems of the Caribbean), Mahogany Run golf course with the “Devil’s Triangle”, shopping in Charlotte Amalie (each visitor can take up to $1,600 worth of duty-free imports), the restaurants, and excursions out of Sapphire Marina and Red Hook. If you want more suggestions on what to do while on vacation in St Thomas, please ask me or check our “Villa Bonne Vie Guest Guidebook”.
Whether you want to sample all of the Islands or just relax with family and friends, our condo offers it all. Relax and enjoy the comfort and ambiance of Villa Bonne Vie that is guaranteed to provide a good life and make you wish you never had to leave!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Separate AC controls for each floor
- Linens Provided : High-count sheet and towel sets. Beach towels also included.
- Off Street Parking : Parking right in front of our building
- Beds
- King Bed : New Therapedic King bed!
- Convertible Bed (2) : One Queen sleeper sofa in the living room, second Queen sleeper sofa upstairs in the Master suite.
- Crib : Available upon request
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : Two large flat screen TVs - one downstairs, one upstairs
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Shared Pool : Beautiful two level pool on the ocean's edge
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Brand new high-end kitchen with solid granite counter tops, breakfast bar, solid wood cabinets, and modern appliances
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything you need to make a home cooked meal (or just warm up what you brought home;)
- Refrigerator : Brand new refrigerator with ice maker
- Microwave : Microwave/Convection Oven
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Catering and grocery delivery available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : A George Foreman grill for our guests use.
- Balcony (2) : Two private balconies!
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Beachfront : Nothing between you and the beach - BEAUTIFUL!
- Oceanfront
- Communications
- Cell Phone : An AT&T cell phone for your convenience with local and US calls
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Throughout the condo
- Other Amenities
- Safe, iron and ironing board, hair dryers, stereo with cd player and ipod/iphone docking, binoculars, alarm clock, espresso/cappuccino machine. Transportation on site - Budget Rental car, taxi stand, and free shuttle to Fungi's and Agave's at Point Pleasant
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseshoes
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
2011-2012 Rental Rates:
High Season: November 16-April 30..$335/night..$2000/week
Low Season: May 01-November 15...$250/night...$1600/week
Includes: airport pick-up/grocery stop and drop-off, midweek tidy-up
& exit cleaning fees, wifi throughout the condo, and beach amenities.
Rates based on double occupancy, $100/per stay per additional guest
Not including 10% tax
Requires refundable $250 security deposit and a three (3) night minimum.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Villa Bonne Vie - Beachfront *Complimentary Pick-up & Wifi*
Year Purchased: 2009
Why the Owner Chose Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina
After traveling to numerous Caribbean islands, my husband and I found our jewel! Even in the best hotels, we could never get as close to the ocean as we have at our Sapphire condo. We invite you to enjoy the splendor of Sapphire Beach from Villa Bonne Vie - if it's beauty you want...you won't be disappointed.
The Unique Benefits at this Condo
Please note - the REAL attraction at Sapphire Beach Resort & Marina is the ocean! As many have mentioned, the restaurants on-site are closed (except for the Banana Cabana during the day). This is a condominium complex, as such Sapphire is more low-key than a resort and each unit is individually owned and maintained. If you want bars and parties, this IS NOT the place for you. If you want Paradise, Villa Bonne Vie IS the place for you!!!
Fun place w/music, drinks in funny containers, hamburgers a large and pretty good.
Great restaurant w/live band; just beware of the road to get there...sometimes like off-roading;)
A fun beach bar and restaurant...they have several theme nights (including Carnival night) and all you can eat buffets
Multiple shopping outlets and stores...right next to where the cruise ships dock.
A beautiful beach that has been identified as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world
A hotel with castle ruins and two very good restaurants - Room with a View and Banana Tree Grille - with wonderful Charlotte Amalie views
An place with great home cooking (beef stroganoff, shepherd's pie, prime rib, and specials). Only open Thursday-Sunday.
A bulk foods warehouse club (like Sam's Club or Costco). $10 membership fee required.
A marine life park with one of only a few underwater observatories in the world.
Property Photos
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- Lunch on our condo main balcony (and you can see your beach chair from here;) - Sapphire Beach, Caribbean Vacation Condominium Near Snorkeling and Fishing
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- View from inside the Villa Bonne Vie living room - Sapphire Beach, Caribbean Vacation Condominium Near Snorkeling and Fishing
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- - Sapphire Beach, Caribbean Vacation Condominium Near Snorkeling and Fishing
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- All we can say...Spectacular!! A view from our main balcony at Villa Bonne Vie!
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- Our new kitchen is here!
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- Main floor bathroom
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- Location...location...location (master suite balcony view)
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- The Master suite upstairs
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- Master bathroom
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- Beauty from Villa Bonne Vie main balcony
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- THE Beach:)
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- A guest's photo from snorkeling at Prettyklip Point right on Sapphire Beach
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- Beach view of our building - our unit is on the top two floors
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- Our freshwater pool that sits on the edge of the ocean
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- At the end of our rainbow!!
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- Parking and entrance to the B-building
Traveler Reviews (37)
superb week of relaxation
Guest: cbb
(North East NY)
Date of Stay: 01/27/12
Review Submitted: 02/09/12
My husband and I just returned from 10 days at Villa Bonne Vie, 1/27/12-2/8/12. The owner was very helpful in providing information on the condo, the beach community, and the area before our visit. We felt well prepared before we arrived. Being met at the airport and having transportation back was a big plus since we did not wish to rent a car. The condo itself is in a prime location, on the beach, but separated from where the day visitors arrive. Having our chairs put out first thing is welcomed and needed. Inside it is nicely updated, decorated, and equipped. Little extras like beach bags and surplus towels were very nice since we did not have to carry them with us. Any questions were promptly answered by the owner who stayed in contact throughout our visit. It is obvious that the owner cares about the condo and about the guests.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+.
Second trip to Villa Bonne Vie
Guest: Melissa
(Virginia)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12
Review Submitted: 01/21/12
Hi Christina, thank you again so much for renting us your condo this week. We had an amazing time, and I'm already calculating which week would work best to come back next year :). This has truly been an r and r to remember and I'll fly back to Kabul with a tan and a smile on my face. Have a great 2012 and we'll be in touch about 2013! All the best, Melissa
Recommended for:Sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Sapphire Beach-Villa Bonne Vie Condo
Guest: micmackid
(Calgary, Alberta Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/24/11
Review Submitted: 01/19/12
This is perhaps the best spot to stay on St. Thomas! We stayed here over Christmas and after touring around the island and nearby St. Johns, we realized that it was, indeed, the best beach and the best spot to be! The condo is nicely updated, the location can't be beat, the complimentary transportation by Sam was very much appreciated and the owner answered any questions we had while there. The free Wifi was appreciated as was the free local phone calls to make dinner reservations. The condo is further from the main town, which is a big plus, but close to Red Hook where there is the ferry to nearby islands as well as several good restaurants, shops and grocery. What more could you wish for? Oh wait, the snorkelling was fabulous! We are divers and yet we snorkelled everyday to see the large manta rays and turtles plus many brightly coloured fish! We were only two people to enjoy such a lovely condo, loved the space and everything about it, especially the combination lock so that we didn't have to worry about carrying around a key! We just wish we had a few more quiet days to spend and relax just on Sapphire Beach and if we had to do it over again, wouldn't go anywhere else! Thanks for everything! ps. the guide book you provide was very helpful!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Villa Bonnie Vie
Guest: BGR
(Ft. Worth, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/24/11
Review Submitted: 08/02/11
We enjoyed our stay. The view and access to the beach was excellent. Wonderful snorkeling area, Sea Turtles, Sting Rays, and various fish seen with in 100 yards of shore. We would definitely stay here again.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
Sapphire Beach
Guest: Lucy Q.
(Hudson, New Hampshire)
Date of Stay: 07/02/11
Review Submitted: 07/30/11
We have travelled to St. Thomas in the past but when we found Sapphire Beach we fell in love. We wanted to go back and found Christina was renting her Villa, and would accomodate our family. I loved being able to sit out on the patio at night and seeing the lights of St. John. Her Villa was not only clean but also remolded. She was helpful in respects to being knowledgable about the island. The information she forward us on places to eat, things to do, places to shop was very helpful for us to plan our vacation. Any questions we may have had, she answered without hestiation. We plan on renting from her in the future. Thanks Christina
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beautiful Condo - Great Location!!
Guest: Dan
(Rochester, NY)
Date of Stay: 07/11/11
Review Submitted: 07/25/11
We stayed at Villa Bonne Vie from 7/11 through 7/19. Christina was very helpful and responsive to questions in the weeks leading up to our trip and while we were on the island. The complimentary transportation to and from the airport was a huge plus. Sam was very cordial, and offered to take us to K Mart in addition to the grocery store when our luggage was lost for a day. We are a family of 5, with 3 boys ranging from 17 to 7. I did extensive research beforehand looking for a reasonably priced, beachfront condo with great snorkeling, and Villa Bonne Vie did not disappoint! The view of St. John from the balconies is breathtaking. We have been to many Caribbean islands and have never experienced better snorkeling right off the beach. We swam with stingrays and sea turtles every day. Sapphire Beach Resort is very close to the ferry to St. John in addition to many great restaurants. We ate at Agave Terrace, Lattitude 18, and Coco Blue. The condo was immaculate when we got there, but there was no mid-week maid service that others have referenced. We had an issue with one of the sinks in the downstairs bathroom not draining, and Sam was there the next day to fix it. The cell phone was another nice perk. All in all, it was a wonderful stay, and we're very glad we chose Villa Bonne Vie for our vacation!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Condo Wonderful Owners
Guest: Sheryl
(Ohio)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/29/11
We just returned from a week in St. Thomas and Villa Bon Vie. In one word...WOW! We rented three condos at Sapphire. All nicely updated but none of them were as nice as this one. This condo is so nicely renovated. I wish my home had the updates this condo had. Not only is this condo nice but the owners make it so much better. Christine kept in contact with me before, during and after our vacation. She was so wonderful to work with. She provided us with a very nice booklet she has made about St. Thomas, where to eat, what to do and the snorkeling right at Sapphire. We were provided with airport pick up and drop off by Sam, who was a delight and we received the best midweek cleaning I have ever gotten anywhere. Sapphire Beach is beautiful. I have seen reviews that state some of the resort is in disrepair which honestly had me a little concerned. I don't understand what these reviews are talking about. I found no fault with this resort at all! We thought it was a really nice place. The restaurant is closed but it's not out where it's standing out. It's kind of tucked back in. Yes, a restaurant would possibly be nice but it would also take away from the quiet peacefulness of the resort. The snack stand provided great food and beverages. There were multiple runners on the beach to take orders and bring you drinks. There are plenty of restaurants one mile away in Red Hook anyway. The dive shop guys were really friendly and the gear was in really good condition. I saw a lot of fish and turtles. Some nice coral further out. It's a shame people don't understand it's a living thing and they kill it when they step on it. A definite thumbs up to Sapphire Beach, Villa Bon Vie and Christine. Thank you so, so much for helping make our vacation so great!!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Just keeps getting better!
Guest: PacerFan
(Indianapolis, IN)
Date of Stay: 06/14/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
This was our 2nd consecutive year to rent Villa Bonne Vie and just cant say enough good things about the condo, Sapphire Beach, and the owners. The new kitchen we discovered this year was very very nice.. and amenities are complete. Fabulous both having a microwave/convection oven in the kitchen plus the electric grill on the balcony/deck. The vista of the beach front is wonderful, especially from the master suite upstairs. You'll find the beachfront never too crowded- extremely easy to sun, swim, snorkel, and play at. We like the laid back nature of this beach and the proximity to Red Hook for eating out and for shopping. The property manager picked us up and dropped us off at the airport- promptly and efficiently. His courtesy and personal knowledge of the area will impress you. The owners have thought of everything and provide you with excellent communications, a wealth of information, too, so it all lends to a very relaxed and carefree stay in a beautiful unit. We will return to Villa Bonne Vie again, and can say that we readily recognize the owners are committed to insuring you will not be disappointed. We appreciated every aspect of the stay this year. Thank you very much for making it something to look forward to again!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Bonne Vie Indeed!
Guest: Francie
(Adamstown, Maryland)
Date of Stay: 05/07/11
Review Submitted: 06/12/11
My four sisters and I enjoyed a glorious two weeks at Villa Bonne Vie. The condo was very comfortable and big enough to accommodate all of us. The view was spectacular and the beach and pools were beautiful. I have recommended Villa Bonne Vie to coworkers and friends and will continue to do so. Everything is as lovely you described it and it was a pleasure working with you in planning our reunion.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Wonderful Stay at Villa Bon Vie
Guest: Angela
(Lafayette, LA)
Date of Stay: 05/24/11
Review Submitted: 06/03/11
My husband and I recently attended a wedding on St. Thomas. We researched many listings prior to booking our stay at Villa Bon Vie and chose this condo based on prior reviews. Now I know why Christina had such great reviews! Christina was very prompt in replaying to emails and so easy to work with in making our reservations. Once we got to the condo we were more than pleased with the accomodations. Christina has thought of everything someone might need while staying on the island. The guest guidebook was very helpful and the directions were perfect! The condo itself has been recently renovated and you can tell the owners take a lot of pride in making sure the tenants are comfortable. We did not visit other beaches on St. Thomas because all of our friends that stayed elsewhere kept coming to "our" beach because they said it was the best one they had seen. The snorkeling was great! Just watch out for those iguanas on the beach! We ordered food several times from the waiters on the beach and received excellent service and food. The swimming pool is very beautiful although with such a beautiful beach no one was ever in the pool. The condo is very close to Red Hook and also the ferry to St. John. We did go to Trunk Bay on St. John one day and it was beautiful but I would have been just as happy staying at Sapphire Beach. If we are able to plan another trip to St. Thomas, we would definitely book the Villa Bon Vie again! We did read some negative reviews about the resort itself, but do not be scared off by those comments. We thought everything was wonderful.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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