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Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep

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Mampoo Hill's "Back Yard"
Day Time on the Deck
A Sunset from the Lower Deck
Late AfternoonView
Living Room and Entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St. John, USVI
  • Place, Chocolate Hole
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Rendezvous Bay
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest bedroom (See Description)

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep

Clean, disinfected and 20 yards from the ocean, Mampoo Hill is a very special island beach house. Relax from the decks with the view and sound of the lapping blue water with gently swaying palm trees in between. Or snorkel in privacy in the "back yard" ocean. And watch dramatic sunsets from the luxurious spa or lounge chairs on the upper or lower deck as the end of daylight glistens off the trees and Caribbean ocean.

Mampoo Hill (designed by the most famous architect on island who also did the iconic Mongoose Junction) was meticulously designed to take advantage of its fabulous, close up ocean views--from EVERY room. This rare, beautiful, open air island home has a huge air conditioned master bedroom with a double dressing area, king size bed, queen size futon couch, library, ceiling fans, TV and internet connection while the guest bedroom has twin beds (that can be made up as a king), a ceiling fan, AC, remote controlled cable TV and a full bathroom. Both have spectacular beach front views. Enjoy a beautifully renovated kitchen, a gas grill, spa, and al fresco dining. Note: Jeep rental is optional and available directly from the owner. No check-ins on Dec. 25.


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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 8
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
House Jeep (less than in-town jeeps) may be rented by owners directly provided you are self-insured.
No children under age 8.
Please note that the last half of September is always closed for repairs and renovations

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

St. John

Located in St. John, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Jet skiing, kayaking, and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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St. John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Devers Bay - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Chocolate Hole - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rendezvous Bay - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪extra virgin - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep ?

As of May 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep on Aug 29, 2026 start from $472, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep ?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mampoo Hill-- a Beachfront House 20 Yards from the Ocean with optional Jeep located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. John vacation home is steps from Rendezvous Bay and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Hart Bay and Chocolate Hole are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 103 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 111 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at Mampoo Hill, and somehow it was even better than the first!The views are absolutely breathtaking, love the outdoor spaces! The hot tub is great and used every evening.Location is perfect - peaceful and private, yet a short drive to Cruz Bay and entrance to the National Park!We rented the jeep, highly recommend!Appreciated the beach towels, chairs and snorkels! Craig and Jennifer are awesome and readily available!Fabulous stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic time staying at the Mampoo Hill house for 9 days. The view is spectacular and the house layout unique and very private. We loved waking up to the view and sounds of the surf, spending our days exploring all of the beautiful St John beaches and then returning to watch sunsets from the hot tub. We had an awesome week at the Mampoo House on St John and can’t wait to return!
Beautiful sunsets
Morning view from master bed
Local beer
Sea turtle with remoras
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
View was the best!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Darryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Loved the scenic view, Banana Quit birds & sunsets! Snorkeling from beach near brown rock was spectacular!! We didn’t realize Mampoo Hill was “open air” w/only AC in the 2 bedrooms. The electricity on the island was completely out for 24 hours & no generator made it more like camping for a day! However the Jungle juice worked excellent, but still got quite a few bites as bugs love me! Jeep was great value & ran well for a 2018. It got us around the island but is in dire need of tires all around for safety purposes. Enjoyed our stay!
Night lights on
Banana Quit
Smiling Iguanas
Snorkeling by big brown was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location and great communication. 3rd time at this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect slice of paradise!!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Terrific location, terrific host, loved every minute of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald and Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Anniversary Trip

We loved Mampoo Hill house. The open format of the house and the gorgeous view were amazing! We had everything we needed there. The rocky beach just below the house was beautiful and we snorkeled in the bay just down the beach. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing open air home on the beach

Holiday family vacation was so much fun especially due to the location of this home on St John
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TreyandLora

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house. Great view and falling asleep to the ocean waves at night was amazing. Stay on top of the jungle juice or learn the hard way mosquitoes are legitimately coming for you.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zen beach

Wonderful calm. Beach not quite what I thought. Beautiful. Stargazing wonderful
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Welsh wedding trip

We found what we were looking for in our stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very pleased...

Clean, beautiful view, private and very relaxing. Not far from Cruz bay. Easy to find.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property was lovely, right on the ocean!

If you are looking for a little rest and relaxation this is the place for you! The crash of the ocean waves will lull you to sleep. Close to grocery stores and beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

The property is amazing! The views are outstanding with sunrise and sunset plus the birds and iguana. We can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mampoo hill

It was amazing , place is perfect , bay and ocean so nice and iguanas and wild life a bonus . House was well stocked and great
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

book it

a wonderful property - no reason not to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Beautiful. Had a great time
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeymoon/Familymoon

The house was gorgeous. Close to the water which was very nice. Lots of friendly lizards to watch. Amenities were great. House was very clean, stocked and just overall beautiful. Had an amazing time.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just.... Wow.

What an absolutely stunningay, or a solo trip if you're looking for some peace and quiet aand mind-blowing
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible views

We absolutely loved our time at Mampoo Hill. The sunset views were amazing. The house was very clean and well kept. Pictures don't do justice. Jennifer & Craig were great to work with and we really enjoyed seeing all of Candice's art work around the house. We can't wait to return to St Johns and plan on booking this home again when we do.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Family Vacation

My husband and two teenage boys just got back from a week at Mampoo Hill. We had an amazing time staying at this gorgeous and unique house. The pictures don't even do it justice. The views from every part of the house are breathtaking and the house was clean and well stocked. We took advantage of the jeep which made our day trips much easier. Parking around the island was quite an experience but worked out. ;) Candice's artwork added to the overall beauty of the house. What a fantastic place to relax with my family. We hiked, snorkeled and loved the recommended restaurants. We hope to be back someday! Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This house was amazing. Anyone looking for a true island experience---this is it. If we were to return to St. John, it would be based on the availability of Mampoo hill. Craig was so nice and helpful. Meeting us at the ferry is a definite plus. Loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Private Paradise by the Caribbean

This beautiful home exceeded our expectations. Awesome open concept home with a private, air conditioned bedroom on both sides of the common areas. Beautiful views and only a few steps from the shore. Clean, well stocked and maintained. 5 stars! Local support staff was awesome and available to address any issues. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, close to town but feels private, amazing management experience

The cottage is right on a private (rocky) beach and you can hear the waves as you go to sleep, and see the sunset from the private deck. The property management went above and beyond to make the arrival/departure seamless (when I was late due to air travel issues, I was delivered the Jeep right to the ferry late at night!). Bring water shoes if you intend to use the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by Candace Kaspers

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My husband, Bill, and I (Candace) live in Atlanta, Georgia. He's a management labor lawyer with his own firm, Kaspers & Associates and I am a retired college professor and current gold and sterling silver jewelry artist. Bill graduated from Princeton and U. of Michigan Law School and I graduated from Mills College (California) and U. of Michigan Graduate School.

Why they chose this property

This is an authentic beach front property with beauty and modern conveniences, 20 yards from the ocean on St. John, USVI. This true island home was designed by the famous Glenn Spear who also designed the iconic Mongoose Junction in Cruz Bay. What's not to like?

What makes this property unique

Fabulous, private snorkeling in your own back yard and palm trees within 10 yards of the ocean and house; 1 acre of property; privacy; all the modern conveniences yet a newly renovated "island" home which takes advantage of its views and tradewinds.

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