Best Value ...Romantic Cottage Near the Beach...

• IDYLLIC ST JOHN

  IDYLLIC ST JOHN

  • Guest Fred & Louise
  • Date of stay 02/08/13
  • Review Submitted 04/17/13
  We really enjoyed our seven-week tropical vacation on idyllic St. John. Our cottage was conveniently located on Bordeaux Mountain with easy access to the North Shore Beaches, East End, Coral Bay and Cruz Bay. Island Orchid Cottage was tastefully decorated with soft aqua walls with a calming white netting-draped Balinese poster bed and a quaint Dutch door, allowing the cool breezes to waft through in the evening. In the morning we would awaken to the pleasant chatter of tropical birds in the forest canopy. The weather was heavenly - 80's during the day and cool 70's at night. Jay and Vicki were very accommodating and gracious hosts. They made sure our stay would be a time to be remembered. We have an affinity for islands and St. John is the most beautiful and safest we have encountered. Fred and Louise

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Private wooded retreat

  Private wooded retreat

  • Guest Hen Hen
  • Date of stay 07/23/12
  • Review Submitted 08/18/12
  The price for this cottage was reasonable and not bad if your on a tight budget. It is a bit primitive but private. If you desire luxury then I wouldn't recommend this place. If you don't mind nature and camping then you will be happy. For us it was more of a pit stop as we didn't hang out at the cottage. We were too busy doing other things.We enjoyed our stay there and wished we had another week. Jay was very nice and helpful. St. Johns is gorgeous and we loved the off beach snorkeling, lot's too see. We had a great time in St. Johns and didn't spend a fortune.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, sightseeing.

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• Wonderful Experience

  Wonderful Experience

  • Guest Dakota
  • Date of stay 05/18/12
  • Review Submitted 05/27/12
  My wife and two adult children have nothing but praise for our experience at Jay and Viki's rental cottage. We all have a great appreciation for nature, and this place put us smack dab in the middle of it. Nestled in the forest, we often felt like we were staying in a tree house. Our wonderful experience started with meeting Jay at the cottage. He was very friendly, making us feel welcomed. Jay imparted necessary information and made it clear that the cottage was our space to enjoy during our visit and that he was available if anything was needed - which there wasn't because everything was so well taken care of. The cottage itself was a delight. We especially liked that the second bedroom was in a separate structure but connected to the main cottage and bathroom by common decks. Like most people we found ourselves congregating around the kitchen table where we thoroughly enjoyed the sights and sounds of the forest made possible by screened walls. The kitchen lacked for nothing. The cottage was well equipped, very clean, and artistically decorated. Much to my surprise, the tourist information was all current and very helpful. One guidebook in particular provided great insight to the island's history, beaches and hiking trails. The cottage's secluded feeling added to the experience without being an inconvenience. After a short drive to one of the island's main roads we had easy access to great beaches and restaurants. We definitely would stay at the cottage again and certainly recommend it to others who appreciate nature.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Just what we needed!

  Just what we needed!

  • Guest R.J.
  • Date of stay 03/06/12
  • Review Submitted 03/27/12
  This place is extremely secluded. We typically try to stay somewhere on the beach for our Caribbean vacations, but we wanted to give something new a try. This place was a great find, not only is it extremely affordable compared to most St. John property's, it had everything we needed. We spent most of our time at the beach or hiking the beautiful trails of the USVI National park, so we were only looking for a clean place to eat and sleep. This place provided that and much more. A couple nights we were so tired from hiking and snorkeling all day that we actually came back to the cottage and watched a dvd. This is something we never do on vacation, but the cottage was extremely comfortable and allowed us to completely relax. There was plenty of hot water, but you do have to walk outside of the main sleeping area to use the bathroom, which can be a bit of a pain in the middle of the night. If you are not comfortable with the sounds of nature at night, this might not be the place for you. For us, it was very peaceful and just what we were looking for. Quick note: You will absolutely need to rent a car if staying here as you are 15-20 minutes from both Cruz and Coral bays.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Great stay with the family.

  Great stay with the family.

  • Guest Bram
  • Date of stay 02/21/12
  • Review Submitted 02/24/12
  Our family of 4 had a fantastic stay at the cottage. Jay was very nice and accommodating, amenities were fantastic, location was peaceful and secluded. One thing is that you should absolutely plan to rent a car: it is quite a bit off the beaten path, but in a nice central location if you want to visit either side of the island. Not much else to say. The full kitchen was great (if you're on a budget I'd definitely recommend bringing supplies from home to make a few meals because eating out on St. John can get to be pretty expensive.) There's a book by the desk with great tips on things to do/see. WiFi is good and fast, but only accessible in the external bedroom "pod". Definitely recommended, would not hesitate to book with Vicki and Jay again.

  Recommended for: Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

  Owner response: Wi-fi has been improved 100% and is acessible throughout both bedrooms and the kitchen.

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• peace and quiet

  peace and quiet

  • Guest Marykay
  • Date of stay 02/03/12
  • Review Submitted 02/10/12
  Quaint and cozy cottage tucked up in the mountain, that has everything you need for a peaceful vacation. The kitchen is stocked with anything you might need for eating in. we will be definitely be coming back..You will be pleasantly surprised on what is available for you to use. Beach chairs, 4 ingredient cookbook, guidebooks, CD player, grill and so much more. Close to the best beaches on the Island and far enough away from the commotion of town. We loved it! Vicky and jay are very accommodating..

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

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• Charming cottage

  Charming cottage

  • Guest Andy
  • Date of stay 04/08/11
  • Review Submitted 07/28/11
  I spent a lovely week in the cottage and found it to be a great get-away for me. As an artist I am always looking for a place to relax and be inspired. The tropical surroundings provided me with lots of ideas for painting and creating. Viki and Jay who are also both artists, provided helpful suggestions as to where to go on island to find even more inspiration for my work. Their cottage was comfortable, clean and cool in the evenings, a wonderful retreat. Highly recommended!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers.

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• Our week on the island

  Our week on the island

  • Guest Snoopman
  • Date of stay 05/08/11
  • Review Submitted 07/20/11
  The week we spent on the island was one of our best vacations. This little neat cottage was just great the temperature was always just right cool at night and beautiful sunshine during the day. We visit a few restaurants while on the island but enjoyed cooking with the outside grill at our cottage. I would recommend anyone that wants a getaway week to visit the island and stay at this great little cottage up in the mountains you will not regret your choice. Bob & Yachie

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car.

  Owner response: We try our best to make sure our guests have everything they need. Everyone is able to pack a light suitcase because we have all of the essential items for a perfect vacation. We have the beach towels, beach chairs, and coolers for an easy and fun trip to the beach. Then when they get home to the cottage after exploring the beaches, a BBQ grill is ready for an easy meal. Curl up on our large futon couch and watch a movie or check out the hummingbirds buzz around the orchids. If our guests plan on going out for the evening, the restaurants are only about 15 minutes away to Cruz Bay or Coral Bay, we are located in the center of the island.

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• great place, very enjoyable!

  great place, very enjoyable!

  • Guest tina
  • Date of stay 07/04/11
  • Review Submitted 07/18/11
  i had the best time at this rental! i would totally recomend this property to anyone. the owners went above and beyond as far as hospitality, and knowledge of the area. It was safe and comfortable and a beautiful serene environment to have a vacation in. Also the owners had some great art work and a good place to eat was columbo's. i cant wait to go back1

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

  Owner response: We really enjoy our guests and sharing our island and property with them. It is a joy to have people that appreciate the beauty here. And they keep returning, which is a big statement in it self.

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• Secluded, Quiet, Beautiful

  Secluded, Quiet, Beautiful

  • Guest MattEBK
  • Date of stay 03/22/10
  • Review Submitted 04/29/10
  My girlfriend and I had a great time at the Cottage. While it is a little off the beaten path, it's close enough to everything that the seclusion isn't really an issue so long as you have some wheels you can rely on (4WD prob not necessary, but recommended). Well kept and maintained, the property, while not affording a beach view, is totally beautiful and charming, and the bungelow-esque design tastefully laid out. Most importantly the hosts were totally attentive and helpful without being overbearing. Was a very positive experience and I'm greatly looking forward to going back!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

  Owner response: We have enjoyed sharing our Cottage and land with some wonderful guests this past year and are looking forward to seeing more of the same. It is great to know that people can see the beauty in our property and feel the peaceful essence that is here. Even though there isn't a beach view, it is a wonderful place to put up your feet after a long day at the beach and lounge in the shade of all the trees and flowers.

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Additional information about rental rates

When you reserve only the master bedroom the second bedroom is vacant and locked.

We prefer Paypal, we pay all fees. We also accept most credit cards or Money Orders.

All rates are two persons per room. Extra people $15 per night per person.

Call 340 642 2424 or email us to place a deposit to reserve.

Additional Fees and Taxes:

Special 4/15/13 to 12/15/13*..1 BR/ $100;2 BR/$125......5 night min. stay.

*Excludes 7/1/13-7/7/13 1 BR/ $125; 2 BR/$150 .....5 night min. stay.

12/16/13-3/15/14, 1 BR/ $125; 2 BR/$150 .....5 night min. stay.

Contact us for special rates for 2 weeks or more.

Sorry this information is not available. Please contact the owner/manager for more information.