Location: USVI - Water Island, Caribbean (Five minute public ferry ride from St. Thomas, USVI) View Map
Accommodations: Private Home, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Villa Terra Nova is a two bedroom, two bath private home perched on a hillside on Water Island, just off St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. This villa has one of the most spectacular views on Water Island. The wraparound deck provides dramatic, breezy viewing experiences from three different sides of the villa. You truly feel "on top of the world" here. Privacy is maximized on the one-acre private residential lot. Owners have made constant updates to keep the villa tasetfully decorated and functional. Villa Terra Nova is the original VRBO Water Island rental, delighting guests for over ten years. Please view the many guest testimonials at our website.
The Villa is tastefully decorated inside, but you will probably spend most of your time outdoors on the wraparound deck with fabulous views. The elevation (180 feet) means that you will get constant soothing trade winds. You will feel "on top of the world." This villa is a truly unique getaway. The home and grounds are yours alone during your stay. It is not a bed and breakfast, nor is it part of another property, and you do not share any amenities with other vacationers.
Water Island is situated in world famous St. Thomas harbor: close enough to St. Thomas so that you can enjoy all of its amenities, but when you are on Water Island you are in a quiet, secluded retreat. You are furnished with your own golf cart (the preferred Water Island mode of travel!) to get around on the island during your stay.
Water Island is developed only with private residences set on large private lots with gorgeous views. The island can be reached by ferry from St. Thomas (a convenient public ferry makes frequent runs from the St. Thomas waterfront each day). Water Island has several beautiful beaches and many scenic walks. Guided bicycle tours are available.
Quaint Water Island experiences include Saturday night dining under the stars with Heidi, Water Island's very own award-winning gourmet chef, and Monday night outdoor movies shown under the stars. Drive in and watch from your golf cart as you are served popcorn and other yummies by the wandering servers.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Washer and dryer are in the villa's private laundry room.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- King Bed: King-sized beds in each of the two spacious bedrooms.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library: Video library contains over 50 popular movies spanning multiple genres.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Beautiful, fully-equipped kitchen with modern appliances and tasteful dishes and tableware.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: The deck has as much square footage as the indoor space! Choose sunny, shady, windy or sheltered, depending on the time of day, weather conditions, and your whims. Tastefully appointed deck furniture for outdoor lounging, grilling, and eating.
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View: The view from Villa Terra Nova is one of the most spectacular views on Water Island. Unobstructed views of the Carribean Sea from 3 entire sides of the villa. Our location is at the crest of a hill and exposed to the constantly blowing sumptuous tradewinds.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet: High speed internet included at no extra charge.
- Other Amenities
- 4-passenger golf cart is included in the rental. Although walks on Water Island are refreshing, they can be very strenuous. A gold cart is an extremely valuable amenity, for convenience, comfort, exploring, and for transporting groceries and guests.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Please contact us to discuss details for bringing your best pal!
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Monday night movies shown on the beach. Saturday night dining under the stars at the beach.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$2000/week for two guests, $ 2400/week for four guests
Credit card payments accepted via Paypal.
There is no requirement to arrive or leave on a particular day of the week.
Come when airline fares and your travel schedule suit you the best.
Extra days are prorated at a daily rate.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose USVI - Water Island
While on a sailing sabbatical in 1997, Bill and Steph explored the Carribean. The USVI seemed an ideal location for a retirement home because of its variety of amenities, affiliation with the United States, and is spectacular beauty.
The Unique Benefits at this Private Home
Golf cart rides are a big part of the fun! It's the best way to explore Water Island. Walks on Water Island can become quite strenuous. The cart is an extremely valuable amenity for comfort, convenience, exploration, and transporting groceries and guests.
The back deck has one of the most panoramic views on Water Island, and has as much square footage as the inside of the house. The house sits on almost an acre - it's quiet and has a very private feel.
Owner's Map of USVI - Water Island
Steph and Bill are professionals who live and wok in Panama City, Florida.
Property Photos
- View of the Carribean Sea from the Back Deck - USVI Water Island, Caribbean - Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Honeymoon Beach on Water Island - USVI Water Island, Caribbean - Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Living Room - USVI Water Island, Caribbean - Vacation Real Estate Rental
- Aerial View of Water Island
- Sunset at Honeymoon Beach
- View from Hammock on Deck
- Bedroom 1
- Your Transportation! Included with Rental
- Bedroom 2
- Your view from the dining room.
- The spacious, well-appointed kitchen.
- Villa Terra Nova side view.
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #46704
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