N E W! Luxurious 4BR Home in National Park- 'Estate Fortsberg'
About the property
- House5000 sqft
- Bedrooms4
- Sleeps8
- Bathrooms4
- Half Baths1
- Minimum Stay1 - 7 nights
House, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths, (Sleeps 2-8)
**NEW HOME, JUST ENTERING THE RENTAL VILLA MARKET**
WELCOME!:
Estate Fortsberg has a very special and extremely private location on the beautiful island of St. John. Located on a private promontory of land within the National Park boundaries overlooking Hurricane Hole and Coral Bay, it sits at an elevation of 260’ on historic Fortsberg Mountain. The home encompasses 270 degree views with every window offering a breathtaking delight to the eye.
Early risers will be delighted by the gorgeous sunrises to the east. In the evening of the full moon phase, Estate Fortsberg affords phenomenal views of the moonrise. Look northward to the towering island of Tortola and Southeast to distant Norman Island.
ABOUT THE HOME:
Estate Fortsberg is a four bedroom, 4.5 bath villa tastefully built and decorated in a traditional West Indian style. The great room is the center of activity, including a gourmet kitchen, dining room and large living area complete with a wet bar. The home was designed with 4 master bedrooms and baths. You will enjoy the experience of each master baths private outside stone shower.
On the first level, it has a large waterside granite patio with a roofed porch that extends the complete length of the house, offering reprieve from the bright Caribbean sun. Included in this very inviting space directly off the great room is a swimming pool and hot tub. The lower level includes a beautifully landscaped courtyard, private balconies off each bedroom, and a large covered deck area complete with ping pong and the traditional Soggy Dollar ring toss game.
One to four couples or a large family will have ample room for privacy, relaxation and activities. Three bedrooms have king sized beds and one has two twins convertible to a king. Each bedroom is air conditioned. Children are welcome.
LOCATION:
All visitors to St. John must fly into Cyril E. King airport (STT) on St. Thomas. St. John is reached by a 20 minute car or passenger ferry ride from Red Hook or a 45 minute passenger ferry ride from downtown Charlotte Amalie.
When arriving on St. John at the ferry dock in Cruz Bay, you will travel 8 miles by car to enjoy the ‘quieter side’ of St. John on Fortsberg Mountain in Coral Bay. ‘It’s the way St. John used to be’, describes one St. Johnian. Privacy and seclusion abounds, but you must have a 4 wheel drive vehicle to access Estate Fortsberg. It is 10 minutes from the North Shore beaches; a short walk to the historic ruins of Fortsberg (420’ elevation) and the Battery (80’ elevation); 3 minutes to the world renowned ‘Skinny Legs Bar & Grill’; 5 minutes to any of the several great restaurants of Coral Bay. A 4 WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS MANDATORY TO REACH THIS PROPERTY.
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Property Manager
Vince Cerniglia / Annapolis , MD
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within a few hours
- Speaks:
- english
- Calendar last updated:
- May 17, 2018
About Vince Cerniglia / Annapolis , MD
A 16th Birthday in Paradise!
Vince Cerniglia / Annapolis , MD purchased this House in 2008
What makes this House unique
St. John is one of the most beautiful places we have visited. It is our pleasure to share our beautiful home in paradise with you. Estate Fortsberg is located on one of the most spectacular locations on St. John. The views are incredible. Make it a point to be up for the sunrise every morning. The house was designed and built by the finest architect/builder combination on the island. It is our guarantee you will not be disappointed!
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Hot Tub
- Internet
- No Smoking
- Parking
- Swimming pool
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Accessible
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
- Master Bedroom 11 king
- Master Bedroom 21 king
- Master Bedroom 31 king
- Master Bedroom 41 king, 1 King can be seperated to (2) California twins
Bathrooms
- 4 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
- Master Bathroom 1toilet, shower, outdoor shower, Double sink granite counter top vanity
- Master Bathroom 2toilet, shower, outdoor shower, Double sink granite counter top vanity
- Master Bathroom 3toilet, shower, outdoor shower, Double sink granite counter top vanity
- Master Bathroom 4toilet, shower, Double sink granite counter top vanity
- Half Bathroomtoilet
- 4.5 bathrooms
Location Type
- Ocean ViewBreath taking 270 degree views of Hurricane Hole, Coral Bay & Tortola
Theme
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Living Room
- Air ConditioningIn all 4 bedrooms
- Clothes Dryer
- Computer Available
- Hair Dryer
- InternetThere is a computer & printer with internet access in the Great Room.
- Linens Provided
- Broadband Access
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Telephone
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wireless InternetThe house includes a wireless internet hub accessible to most locations of the home.
Kitchen
- KitchenComplete gourmet kitchen for the most discerning chef. Separate wet bar off the living room.
- Catering Available*We will be glad to provide you with catering options
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Coffee Maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining
- Dining Area
- comfy seating for 8 people
Entertainment
- Books
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Music Library
- Ping Pong Table
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television
- ToysBeach chairs, rafts & beach toys are provided.
Outside
- Deck / PatioThere isn't a more SPECTACULAR view from any villa deck then from 'Estate Fortsberg'
- Lanai / GazeboA native stone covered porch, built by local artisans, extends the complete length of the house on the view side deck
- Outdoor Grill
Suitability
- wheelchair accessibleThere is vehicle access within a couple feet of the entry door. The only restriction to complete upper level access (including 2 bedrooms) is one step from the living area to the deck and then from the deck to the bedroom. Minor assistance would be required.
Pool / Spa
- Hot TubUp to 6 people, spectacular view!
- Private Pool
Attractions
- restaurants
- ruins
Leisure Activities
- photography
- beachcombing
- boating
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- bird watching
- shelling
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- deepsea fishing
- fly fishing
- hiking
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- sailing
- fishing
- snorkeling
- snorkeling/diving
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- wind-surfing
Notes
- 4 ‘Master Suite’ bedrooms, 3 bedrooms have king beds and the 4th BR has 2 California twins that push together to make the 4th king, 4 double sink Master Baths w/exterior natural stone showers, Breath taking views from every room, 12' x 26' pool w/sitting ledge, 4 Bedrooms are air conditioned
House Rules
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
Canceled bookings will not receive a refund
12 Reviews
Latest reviews
Absolute perfection!
This was our second time staying at Estate Fortsberg and certainly will not be our last. From the moment you arrive, the drive up to the villa is exciting and adventurous! Upon walking in the front door, you start to understand what is going to make your stay exceptional.....the amazing view CANNOT be matched ANYWHERE on the island! The pool/spa is welcoming and encourages everyone to gather and share stories of the day, have great conversations while relaxing or dining al fresco! Cool breezes run through the main house and after a few minutes being there, you realize you may never leave and explore the rest of the island! We had a party of 8 and were all comfortable in each bedroom, in the downstairs hammock or outdoor living area. The outdoor showers are one of my favorite things about the house.. The kitchen was perfect to cook in as you never felt like you were missing out on enjoying the view, because even being behind the stove gives you the best view! The house has all amenities you could want or need. Every morning we would have coffee on the terrace and plan our day which would include a hike, beach, snorkel and lunch at a local restaurant. A few of our favorites are Aqua Bistro, Skinny Legs, Shipwreck and Indigo Grill. The local grocery store next to Aqua Bistro has EVERYTHING you could want or need as well. No need to go far if you run out of something. We would always head back to the villa around 3-4 pm and wonder why we ever left that morning, because it just doesn't get any better than a little music, a cocktail and a swim in the pool overlooking the blue water dotted with sailboats heading in or out of Coral Bay. Sunrise and sunsets are amazing and are worth waking up early for. Star gazing is taken to a new level here, as there are no lights to compete with and you can get a great view of constellations and shooting stars. I could go on and on about this property. Thank you to the owner for sharing this place with the world! Windspree took exceptional care of us from beginning to end, from our initial correspondence, greeting us at the ferry and grocery delivery on our arrival night. We'll be back very soon!
Will Never Stay Anywhere Else
This was our third time visiting the house, each time with a different group of 4 couples. Once again, it was perfect. One word and one word alone sums up the house…VIEW. The view is absolutely breathtaking…whether it be your first time seeing it, or every time coming back to the house, it just takes your breath away. The house is a perfect size for 8 adults, and we have enjoyed so many nights relaxing in the hot tub and checking out the constellations. The pool is perfect to cool off in, and the bedrooms are completely private and beautiful. It's a hike to get up the driveway, but we have always enjoyed that part in the Jeeps! We will definitely be back!!
Best stay ever by a SEASONED St John traveler!
What a great family vacation! The house was awesome, the weather great, and the beaches beautiful. But most important, the memories are priceless. The price was very fair for the 5 star accommodations. Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven!
Beautiful Home!!
This Home has an amazing view! Very private 4 large spacious bedrooms. I will continue to go back!
Tropical paradise
We love staying at Estate Fortsberg! This is our third trip and we would not stay at another house! We love the view of Coral Bay from the beautiful pool and patio! We have everything we need at the house including complete kitchen, internet and washer/dryer. The bedrooms have great views of the water and private bath for each! We love the furniture the owners have used in this property which makes us feel very comfortable. It is a great location with easy access to north shore beaches. Great snorkeling is close by the house as well at Saltpond and Lameshur Bays. The food at Aqua Bistro is amazing and is just 5 minutes from the house. Skinny Legs is always a favorite for burgers and darts!
Best Summer Vacation!!
Waking up to paradise every morning was what it was like staying at Estate Fortsberg. This home was perfect for our wonderful vacation to St. John. The views from every room were truly spectacular. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed to cook delicious meals and then enjoy them either inside sitting at the beautiful dining room table or sitting outside on the terrace around the pool taking in the amazing views. The pictures online accurately represent the beauty of this home. The bedrooms were spacious and the beds were so comfortable. The house was equipped with everything we needed when we went to the beaches and for hikes. The rental company was located close by and was there to escort us to the house and answer any of our questions. It was also fun being in Coral Bay and enjoying the relaxing night life. Skinneys Legs and Aqua Bistro are a must for dinner or lunch. We would highly recommend this home to anyone vacationing to St. John. We can't wait to return and are booking another week for next year!
Location
Property is within a short hiking distance to Fortsberg, an early 1700's fort and battery.
Rates & Availability
Additional information about rental rates
RATE QUOTES ABOVE ARE FOR 4 PEOPLE, see rates below for further explanation: *Summer 2018 $4,440 (1-4 Guests)...$4,655 (5-6 Guests)...$4,970 (7-8 Guests) *Winter 2019 $6,440 (1-4 Guests)...$6,860 (5-6 Guests)...$7,420 (7-8 Guests) *Summer 2019 $4,440 (1-4 Guests)...$4,655 (5-6 Guests)...$4,970 (7-8 Guests)