Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View
Location: Bordeaux Mountain, USVI - St. John, Caribbean (On a paved road, 15 min to Cruz Bay, 7 min to Coral Bay) View Map
Accommodations: Luxury Villa, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Welcome to Drake's View, St. John, US Virgin Islands.
Drake's View has the same vista named by the magazine Caribbean Travel as 'the best view in the Caribbean'; a spectacular view of the British Virgin Islands and the East Shore of St. John.
Drake's View is a four bedroom, 4.5 bath villa with a tile patio, heated swimming pool, and hot tub. Five additional tile decks and a large tiled front porch provide ample outdoor lounging areas. One bedroom is in a separate cottage.
The traditional architecture of the house entrance with yellow stucco, red roof, and simple columns contrasts with a dramatic facade of glass along the east wall. No matter where you look in the house or cottage, you see Coral Bay, the valley of Estate Carolina, Drake's Passage, and the British Virgin Islands.
On a clear day, you can see the Baths at Virgin Gorda. Rainbows, mangrove cuckoos, kestrels and red tailed hawks are common sights. Drake's View has the ambiance of a home rather than a rental. The large great room is furnished with Indonesian, American antiques, contemporary, comfortable, plantation style furniture. There are bright European posters, local art and a large reef painting and mobile by Robert Tharsing.
The well equipped kitchen is very spacious and includes one of two dining areas. Three bedrooms have queen sized beds and one has a king, convertible to twins. Each bedroom has air conditioning, private bath and Swedish TempurPedic mattresses.
One to four couples or a large family will have ample room for privacy, different activities,and for relaxation at Drake's View.
Drake's View is centrally located, on Bordeaux Mtn., the highest point on St. John. The roads leading to Drake's View are all paved. It is surrounded by lush local vegetation. It is a six minute drive to the Northshore Beaches; three minutes to the Reef Bay Trail; seven minutes to Coral Bay; and fifteen minutes the Cruz Bay. It is one-quarter mile from Château Bordeaux, one of the Island's great restaurants. From the front door, you can hike the Bordeaux Mountain Trail to Lameshur Beach in one hour.
St. John has fabulous snorkeling, diving, and hiking. The snorkeling is among the best in the Caribbean. Since 2/3 of the island is National Park, many beaches have amenities but no developments mar the expanse of sand and palms. From St. John, it is easy to take day trips to visit other islands such as the popular yachting destinations of Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, Virgin Gorda, Peter, and Norman Islands.
The Park Service also offers snorkeling tours, hikes, birding tours, sails, archaeological digs, and lectures. Numerous park trials lead to stone ruins of old sugar mills and plantations, petroglyphs, and even waterfalls if rainfall is plentiful.
St. John is reached from St. Thomas via a twenty min. ferry ride. St. Thomas is primarily serviced by Delta, American, US Air, United and Continental Airlines from the states.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: A/C in Bedrooms. Overhead fans in all rooms.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- King Bed: 2 twin beds, convertible to a king
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Crib: "pack-n-play"
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: fully equipped kitchen with blender, coffeemaker and coffee grinder.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator: side by side freezer/frig with icemaker and water dispenser
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Ample outdoor patios provide private areas for individuals
- Balcony: Great for stargazing or sunbathing
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Ocean View: Spectacular views of the British Virgins and Coral Bay
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Guests are met at St, John ferry by the agent, Complimentary beverages, cheese, and crackers on arrival, Phone & Answering Machine, Wireless Internet, Air Conditioned bedrooms and ceiling fans in every room, Full Kitchen with cooking utensils, Blender, Coffee Grinder, Drip Coffee Maker, Coffee Presspot, Tradtional expresso Pot, Toaster, Refrigerator with ice Maker, "Pack and Play", High Chair, Linens, Ironing Board & Iron, Private Heated Pool, an Outdoor Shower, Beach Chairs, Coolers, Beach Towels, Paved Road with Paved Driveway
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly: Inside stairwell. Pool is accessible by stairs and on Bedroom level but is not directly accessible from bedrooms. Door can be locked to block access from bedrooms
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theatre
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Clay works, Glass Blowing, Painting classes, Yoga and holistic lectures nearby. Live Music and dancing. National Park hikes, boat rides and lectures. Surrounded By National Park: Hiking from the front door. Bird Watching, Relaxing
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season(mid Dec-Sat after Easter).. Up to 8 Guests $5950/week $850/night
Christmas/New Year's ........... Up to 8 Guests $6950/week 1 week minimum
Low Season(Sat after Easter -mid Dec).......
1-4 Guests $3500/week $530/night
5-6 Guests $3875/week $585/night
7-8 Guests $4250/week $640/night
Thanksgiving.................... Up to 8 Guests $5250/week
4 night minimum stay ... $300 refundable damage deposit required
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Drake's View - Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views-Great Rates!
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose Bordeaux Mountain
We fell in love with the Bordeaux Mountain site for Drake's View because of the breathtaking views. We knew that we would build on the site as soon as we saw the vista from this incredible spot(it used to host a hang gliding launch pad!). The villa is located in a perfect central location on the island: close to both the ferry dock and restaurants in downtown Cruz Bay, and to the more relaxed vibes and great snorkeling in Coral Bay.
The Unique Benefits at this Luxury Villa
Drake's View has the view voted by Caribbean Travel Magazine as "the best in the Caribbean," and ample patios and terraces from which to enjoy the vista, stargaze, and enjoy the sunset. Drake's View has incredible terraced gardens on site, great birdwatching, and is walking distance from the famous Reef Bay Trail and other hiking on Bordeaux Mountain. It is a short drive to both the North Shore beaches (5 min. to closest beach) and the more secluded beaches on the East End. Also, unlike some beach-side rentals which are often buggy and hot, Drake's View is blessed with a constant breeze!
Owner's Map of Bordeaux Mountain
We have been traveling to St. John for over thirty years, and our children have come with us since they were born. St. John is home for us: the moment we stepped on the island in the 1970s it just felt right, and we've been coming back every year since. We look forward to sharing our dream home with you!
Property Photos
- Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View - St. John, US Virgin Islands - Caribbean Vacation Real Estate Rental
- The entrance to Drake's View complete with lush tropical landscaping - St. John, US Virgin Islands - Caribbean Vacation Real Estate Rental
- The great room with doors to the covered porch and view of the British Virgins - St. John, US Virgin Islands - Caribbean Vacation Real Estate Rental
- This is one of the dining areas overlooking the East End and the BVI's
- The wraparound Bar Area in the Great Room with vista
- The spacious kitchen: ample counterspace, Corian countertops, & breakfast area
- The view from the pool & spa area looking out on Coral Bay and Tortola
- The view from the upstais side deck
- This is the Mango Bedroom: queen bed, private bath, daybed, & incredible view
- Turquoise Bedroom: 1 King Bed (or two twins), private bath, & beautiful view
- The White Bedroom: Queen bed, private bath, private patio, & incredible view
- The Private Cottage
- The Private Cottage Bedroom: Queen Bed, Private Patio, Private Bath, & vista
- There are similar private baths for each of the four bedrooms
- Unique hand-tiled wrap-around showers in each bathroom
- Sunrise at Drake's View
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Why would anyone choose to go on a vacation anywhere else? We were blissfully happy here. Sign us on, check the repeat box, forever. Suzanne Seggerman NYC March 2009 Quite Simply the loveliest house I have EVER rented. It lacks for nothing and offers so many extras! - Simmons NYC 3/09 Our family & friends had a wonderful week in your amazing home. We have been to St. John 4 times now and enjoyed your home the most! You have thought of everything to make a stay easy and comfortable. Brent & CiCi - Indianapolis, IN. Keith, Kare, Kyle Coleman - Atlanta GA July 2008