Big Ocean View, Surf Sounds, Cool Breezes and Great Rates
- Minimum stay:4 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Perched on a low ridge just 250' from the ocean 'Conched Out' (pronounced Konked) is so close to the sea you can hear the waves on the beach below and sea fish from the deck. You are facing east so you will always have a cool breeze to make open air island living comfortable,but because you are close to the water the breeze is gentle and pleasant, unlike the gusty winds at homes higher in the hills.
The 2 queen bedrooms, sunken 3 steps, are at the north and south end of the great room affording ample privacy. Each has it's own balcony deck with ocean views right from your pillow. A beautiful sunrise is the perfect start to your day in paradise! You will find yourself getting up early so as not to miss it (or at least open one eye for a glimpse and doze off again)!
The modern u-shaped fully equipped kitchen has a bar with recessed lighting separating it from the living area. There is ample space for 6 to dine in the north end of the great room or on the deck outside in front. There are also lounges and a large hammock on the deck. The deck is a really pleasant place to lounge, read, or sip a cool drink while watching the boats sailing in and out from coral harbor to the northwest or Johnson bay just below you. Throw something good on the barbecue while your enjoying that cool drink! No ship can get to Coral Bay Harbor without passing by 'Conched Out' (we should have some cannons, but we chose conch horns instead)! Fire off a warning blast and the signal will be returned :) Blown properly, (like a french horn) the Conch shell delivers a low soft tone that can be heard for miles!
If you get one of those rare rainy spells, browse the library or lounge in front of the flat screen and fire up the blu-ray for a good flick, sports event, news or whatever. Play a game or two until the sun returns (maybe 30 minutes or so). There is highspeed WiFi for getting a little work done or planning your future outings. The bose companion speakers can play whatever music you have with you or use pandora.Com on WiFi.
Now that you have enjoyed the house, grab a beach towel, head down the road a few minutes and get in the water. Because that is what most of us came for. You'll find some snorkel gear, beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler waiting for you right out the back door.
Have fun please!
Property Type
- 1 story
- Cottage
- 1000 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Onsite Services
- Housekeeper Optional
- Car Available
- Massage
- Private Chef
Suitability
- Non Smoking Only
- Long-Term Renters Welcome
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
- Bedroom 1
- 1 queen
- Bedroom 2
- 1 queen
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- combination tub/shower, toilet
Kitchen & Dining
- Toaster
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Entertainment
Communications
Outdoor Features
Theme
- Adventure
- Budget
- Romantic
Location & View
- Water View
- Mountain View
Activities
- Churches
- Groceries
- Massage Therapist
- Medical Services
- Tennis
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Basketball Court
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Snorkeling
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Surf Fishing
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Water Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Wind-Surfing
- Hiking
- ATM/Bank
- Fitness Center
- Laundromat
- Hospital
- Duty Free Shops
- Marina
- Ruins
- Restaurants
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Playground
- Museums
- Gambling Casinos
- Shelling
- Beachcombing
- Fishing
- Bird Watching
- Paddle Boating
- Scenic Drives
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Shopping
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Eco Tourism
- Rock Climbing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Comfortable and relaxing cottage makes for a memorable time on St. John
Comfortable and relaxing cottage makes for a memorable time on St. John
- Guest Chi
- Date of stay 05/11/13
- Review Submitted 05/22/13
Our group (4 adults) had a terrific time (May 11-18th). We love that the cottage had everything we needed for an excellent vacation, from a well-stocked kitchen to beach equipments, and not to mention fast Wifi and Netflix! Our group cooked dinner every night together and packed lunches to take the beach daily. We had happy hour on the deck after a long day at the beach and watched the sail boats in Johnson Bay/Coral Bay. The view from the deck is even better in person! Cathy and Clark have put a lot of attention to what guests would want/need for a comfortable time. They were also very responsible in answering questions and gave great tips on local beaches. We would highly recommend Conched Out for anyone looking for a nice, comfortable, quiet, and reasonably priced cottage on St. John.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Owner response: Thank you for this great review. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay at "Conched Out". Glad also that your used all the new kitchen equipment to prepare some great home cooked meals. Why go out when your are in such a beautiful location for enjoying happy hour and dinner right where you are, not to mention that you can save the expense of eating out and put it toward some other activities on the island. It was a pleasure meeting you all and thank you again for staying with us. Thanks also for the great sunrise photo! I'll put it in the site!
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Knocked Out by Conched Out
Knocked Out by Conched Out
- Guest Steph
- Date of stay 04/12/13
- Review Submitted 04/29/13
We loved our retreat above Johnson Bay on the more peaceful side of the island. From there, we had our daily pick of beautiful beaches and came home every evening for drinks on the deck overlooking Johnson and Coral bays and the waters beyond. Conched Out is well-stocked, comfortable and brightly decorated. Property managers Cathy and Clark were attentive, accommodating and filled with island lore and helpful information. A great week in a sweet cottage.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, age 55+, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for your review of "Conched Out". We tried to think of all the things one would need for a pleasant weeks stay when we were preparing this home for visitors. It is always a pleasure to meet our guests ans especially to know they have enjoyed their stay on this wonderful island. Thanks again and hope you can return soon! Clark and Cathy
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Perfect
Perfect
- Guest M&M
- Date of stay 04/06/13
- Review Submitted 04/28/13
We had a fantastic time on St John and a lot of that had to do with staying at Conched Out. Cathy & Clark have very thoughtfully outfitted Conched Out to provide every comfort away from home. The house is perfect - well worth the zany drive to get there. After a sunny day hiking and snorkeling (chairs, cooler, snorkeling equipment from Conched Out) we would head back mid-afternoon to relax on the deck with it's very comfortable seating, beautiful view, shade & wonderful breeze. Seriously - we looked forward to going back there every afternoon to cool off on that deck with drinks and appetizers whipped up in a well supplied kitchen . On more than one night when we intended to head into one of the Coral Bay restaurants we decided to stay put because it was so comfortable. Everything had been thought of from the quality linens to the table setting to the beautiful garden outside the kitchen window. In the morning the sunrise from the deck and bedroom - spectacular! Breakfast under the umbrella on the deck was a great way to start the day and - on day 1 - made all the stress from life's daily grind - go away and stay away for the duration of the trip. We also had the great privilege to spend a day with Caption Clark & 1st mate Dave - sailing on the White Wing. The day could not have been more perfect. The boat, views, snorkeling, company, popcorn, wind in the sails - incredibly relaxing. St. John and it's surroundings are beautiful - staying in Coral Bay - away from the crowd, made it perfect for us.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thank you for your words of praise for "Conched Out". It is a great joy for us to know that our guests have had a wonderful stay on St. John and that our preparation of the house has helped make it a truly memorable vacation. During our many years in the charter business we always enjoyed the excitement that oozes out of vacationers having a fantasic time in these beautiful islands. We know how important it is that not a single moment of precious vacation time is lost and that the property you have chosen is everything you had hoped for. Thank you for staying with us and we hope to meet again one day!
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Heaven
Heaven
- Guest Ne'
- Date of stay 02/21/13
- Review Submitted 03/03/13
Just returned from an incrediable week on St. John staying at the newly renovated Conched Out. We got the honor of being the first renters after the renovation. Such a cheerful villa!!! It even had lights made out of conch shells and original art work! Everything was so clean and new! Bed, pillows. sheets, towels, etc... were new and of great quality. It was equipped with everything we needed and then some!!! The view was not to be believed... sat outside memorized by how beautiful it was!!! It didn't matter what time of the day or night it was ... the view... words can't begin to describe! The manager was so pleasant and helpful! We will definitely stay here again!!! We are recommending this house to our friends!!! Best vacation we have ever had!!! Wish we were there now!Recommended for: Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base Rate 4 night min stay |
$157 | $1100 | $4314 | |||
| Winter/Peak Dec 15 - Apr 15 4 night min stay |
$200 | $1400 | $5320 | |||
Additional information about rental rates
The rates above are for 2 guests. The rate for 3 to 4 guests is 1500/week low season and 1800/week high season. These rates also include the 10% hotel tax and are your total cost.
50% deposit to reserve your dates and the balance due 30 days prior to your arrival.
10% hotel tax is included in the rates quoted. There is a surcharge of $20.00/night for stays less than 6 nights. We do require a $200.00 deposit for any damage above and beyond normal wear and tear. You will likely just get it back. Not going to nickel and dime over a broken glass or dish here.
Additional Fees and Taxes:
All taxes and fees are included in the quoted rates.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: ST THOMAS at 20 Miles
- Nearest Ferry: Cruz Bay at 9 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: 107 at 1 Miles
- Nearest Beach: Salt Pond. Some closer. Johnson Bay 1/4 mile at 2 Miles
- Nearest Barpub: SHIPWRECK Landing-5 MINUTES at 1 Miles
- Nearest Golf: ST THOMAS at 9 Miles
- Nearest Restaurant: Shipwreck at 1 Miles
Owner info
About the owner: Clark and Catherine
Why the Owner Chose Coral Bay:
The location and view plain and simple!
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
Paradise found, simple
Contact us
- Primary: (340) 690-1670 (US Virgin Islands) Catherine
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Photos
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The View the View.
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Your wake-up view to start another fun filled day on STJ
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Evening light in the kitchen.
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Watching the boats from the hammock.
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Living/dining room.
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Watching the bobbing boats!!
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South wing Bedroom. Water views from the pillow!
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The view from the bed in north wing bedroom.
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Cool breeze in the great room on a warm sunny day.
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Hammock and outside dining.
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View from the bed in south wing bedroom.
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Conch Out at the Bar.
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Dining room looking southeast.
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A fine place to soak up some rays!
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Sage Mountain National Park Tortola over Hurricane Hole VI National Park.
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Bedroom closet looking out to the balcony. Curtain is blocking the view here.
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On the Deck Watching the Full Moon Rising Feb. 25 2013
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It's 5 Oclock! Do you know where you'd like to be?
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