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WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power!

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Outdoor dining
Pool
Pool
Interior
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Great Cruz Bay
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St. John, St John
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Chocolate Hole
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chocolate Hole Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

King bed with on-suite bath

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power!

Location, Location, Location!!!

Chocolate Chip is a lower level apartment in a private villa (Peace of Chocolate). It has a separate entry, eating area, sitting area, tv, refrigerator, hot plate, microwave and toaster oven. It has a king bedroom with an on-suite bathroom and a second room with 2 twin beds that shares the king on-suite bathroom. NOTE: GUESTS STAYING IN THE TWIN ROOM MUST ENTER THE KING ROOM TO USE THE BATHROOM.
Both bedrooms have air conditioning.

Peace of Chocolate is located in the neighborhood of Chocolate Hole right around the corner from the Westin on Great Cruz Bay Road just 5 minutes from St. John’s main town of Cruz Bay. The property has a POOL and lush gardens with flowering shrubs and fruit trees. A 10-foot-wide path at the corner of the property leads to the kayaks and the beautiful waters of Great Cruz Bay.

Very few properties offer all of this:
- Pool
- A/C in bedrooms
- Back up solar power with 3 Tesla powerwalls
- Washer/dryer access
- Water view of sailboats and Westin beach on Great Cruz Bay
- Water access to Great Cruz Bay
- Kayaks
- LEVEL parking space at road
- 10 minutes from Cruz Bay shopping and restaurants
- 10 minutes from ferry dock

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets are allowed ONLY with prior owner approval.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2474962vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. John

St. John is home to this apartment. Blackbeard's Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach.
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St. John, St John

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chocolate Hole - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rendezvous Bay - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Devers Bay - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WATER ACCESS! WATER VIEW! GREAT LOCATION on Great Cruz Bay! Solar back-up power! located?

Situated in St. John, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Great Cruz Bay, Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole and Chocolate Hole Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

linda w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great host location was great with access to town and beaches. Fabulous deck with a view and lovely pool. Close to westin for perspective. House was very comfortable with sitting area large bedroom and extra bedroom
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this property and would absolutely recommend it. The location was perfect—easy access to downtown for dinners, shopping, and the beaches, which made everything so convenient. The home itself was very clean, well-maintained, and had everything we needed for a relaxing vacation.We especially loved all the amenities. We used the pool every day, and taking the kayaks out was such a fun bonus. Our kids also had the best time exploring the property and seeing all the wildlife—from kittens and iguanas to roosters and more. It really added to the unique charm of the experience.Overall, this was a fantastic place to stay, and we made wonderful family memories here. We would definitely recommend and come back! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May, 2026
Thank you so much for taking thetime to post your informative review, Catherine. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Lin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great stay!

Great house with direct views out into the ocean, a nice sized pool, and very convenient access to Cruz Bay and the different grocery stores, restaurants, and coffee shops!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2024
Thank you, Scott!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic property with amazing views of the bay. It’s a great location with proximity to groceries and the downtown area of Cruz Bay. Lynn was a wonderful host — she recommended a rental car ahead of our stay and even gave us a ride into town our first night before we picked up our vehicle. Our family had a blast!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hojoung T.

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

Beautiful cozy and friendly

Had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayla C.

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

Lovely stay!

My husband, friend and I had a lovely stay at Chocolate Chip! Lin is a great, friendly host! We enjoyed the pool, beautiful view from the deck, kayaks, and convenience of the location!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

doug s.

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

National Park visit

Wonderful property in a great location-home has everything you need and want
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great Cruz Bay Stay

Lovely view of the bay with kayaks available to watch the sunset. Excellent communication with the host. Would stay again if ever on St. John.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Beautiful stay on Great Cruz Bay

We absolutely loved this place on Great Cruz Bay! The views of the harbor from the pool were amazing after spending the day at the beaches. This is the cleanest vrbo I’ve ever stayed in. Lin was wonderful with ease of check in and giving great restaurant recommendations. Will come back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

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

Great stay

Perfect location - less than 10 minutes from just about everything in town. Super quiet location and great view. Lin was so helpful - even mailed us a dive computer we somehow lost under one of the beds.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Awesome house and location

We really enjoyed our stay at this house - very well maintained, beautiful pool and view, comfortable, and great location. The host and local property manager were extremely helpful and responsive. We could not have asked for a better experience and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2022
Thank you so much, Paul! Welcome back any time! Lin and Noelle
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Beautiful St John

Loved the view! Enjoyed the pool just steps from the back door. The bed's were comfortable, great location, easy to get to even if you don't have a jeep. We wish we were still there!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2024
Thanks so much, Susan.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

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

Gorgeous view of Great Cruz Bay

First time on St. Johns USVI. The location and condition of the stay were perfect, especially being close to the Wedding location. It is very clean and well-maintained. The owner was easy to get ahold of through phone, text and online. Perfect stay for my husband, son and myself!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2025
Thank you so much, Robin! It was a pleasure to have you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Gorgeous Property

Beautiful property overlooking the water. Close to Cruz Bay but in a quiet neighborhood so very peaceful.. Lin is a fantastic host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Wonderful stay on our honeymoon

We enjoyed our stay at this lovely property with a very helpful and attentive host! Here for several days on our honeymoon. The location was excellent and Lin, our host, took very good care of us. She was very helpful with great recommendation for sightseeing and food. The property was clean and had everything we needed for a romantic stay. Will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Sweet gem of a place

We loved our stay at Chocolate Chip. Lin is gracious and friendly. The villa is quite spacious for a 2 BR and has very nice outdoor decking and pool area. The grounds are very lush and the kayak/SUP ramp to Great Cruz Bay is really special. Parking is easy up on the road. Just a few minute drives from groceries and town.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raymundus K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic Location and View. Very friendly and service oriented host.

We had a short, but great stay in The Chocolate Chip. The house is very well located with great views. The terrace and pool make for a great vacation. Inside the house there is space for improvement where the kitchen ( little working space and poorly equipped) and the availability of only one bathroom (only accesible trough the main bedroom) are concerned. Very friendly host/owner.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May, 2024
Yes, sir. You are right. I try to make it clear to each guest before they book, and in the listing, that the only bathroom is within the king bedroom. I am working on the kitchen. I just put in a full size refrigertor and a new dinette. Perhaps I should make it clearer that it is not a full size kitchen. I hope you made it safely back to Amsterdam. I enjoyed hosting you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

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

Amazing place

My family and I have been traveling to St John for many years. I was looking for a place not directly in Cruz Bay but with a car would only be a 5–10-minute drive. This was the best location and wonderful accommodations. Lin the host was very nice helpful and enjoyable to speak with. I would definitely stay here again. Tina
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Serenity

Clean, comfortable, and dead-ass quiet! Beautiful view of the bay from the pool deck. Don't forget to count the iguanas in the tree!...we saw 14! Will definitely stay here again! Thanks, Lin!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzette A.

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

Choco Chip Delight

Perfect for our needs- loved having morning coffee/afternoon beverage on the deck enjoying the lovely view/grounds. Owner was very responsive with all questions. Took a quick kayak run in the bay which was fun (wished it could have been longer but the kayaks we used didn’t have back support and it bothered the hubbys back). Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2024
.....and I would love to have you come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

pamela d.

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

So beautiful!

Amazing! Spent my birthday here and couldn't be any happier. Loved sitting out on the patio at sunset and sunrise just looking at the view. Drove to many beaches during the day and back to the house for a glass of wine with friends out on the patio. Great view and very quiet! Will want to go back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2024
Thanks so much, Pam. I would love to have you back! Lin
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

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

Beautiful stay with the friendliest hostess

Ms. Lin was beyond gracious, with great communication and offering of tips and hints to enjoy the island. Her hospitality were above and beyond. Chocolate Chip was the perfect place for our family of 4. Ms Lin makes sure you will be comfortable and the view is beautiful. This is on the same bay as the Westin, but is much more desirable and affordable. The kayaks and pool area were a great bonus. Would love to return sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia P.

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

Gorgeous tropical getaway

We were delighted by our stay at “Chocolate Chip!” Lin went out of her way to provide helpful information, invaluable tips, and lovely recommendations. She went above and beyond with letting us borrow key items that made our stay easy, enjoyable, and memorable. The unit is lovely with incredible, postcard like pictures! Thank you Lin for all you did to welcome us and make our first trip to STJ absolutely wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamim C.

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

Quiet, relaxing, stay with beautiful views

Our Family loved our stay. The grounds of the property have many varied species of colorful, flowing plants and trees. There are hummingbirds and vibrant songbirds, iguanas and other types of lizards too. The pool deck overlooks Chocolate hole bay and is wonderful spot for an evening meal and or cocktail. There are kayaks to use and the bay is paddler friendly. Our host was very friendly and easy to get in touch with. Very nice place and I would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Simply Awesome!

The property is awesome, easy to find, close to everything you would want to do yet you are in your own little world. From the pool to the water access to the iguanas, this feels like home. Another big part of this feeling is because of Lin(owner), she is very kind and welcoming. She is helpful with information and suggestions of things to do and see. We can’t see a reason for us to stay anywhere else in future trips to the island. Thank you Lin for making our trip simply awesome!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May, 2023
Dear Scott and Heather, You were a treat to have stay. I do enjoyed meeting you and how much you appreciated my little piece of heaven. Until next time!!! Lin

About the host

Hosted by Lin Garvey

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My name is Lin Garvey. I am from Charlotte, NC and am loving my new home in St. John.
It was formerly know as Villa Villakula, but I have renamed it "Peace" of Chocolate calling my downstairs apartment "Chocolate Chip"!

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