Cielo Vista, Breathtaking Panoramic Views from Every Room/Deck
Location
Car: Recommended
St John does not have the run-away commercialism of so many beautiful subtropical Caribbean islands. Over 2/3 of the island has been set aside as a National Park. As such the beaches remain close to pristine with easy access for snorkeling and other water sports. All the beaches have 'swim or wade to' reefs supporting schools of colorful fish.
Day trips to the British Virgin islands are easy to arrange in downtown Cruz Bay with ferry service to these differing islands.
Sometimes on rainy days the south side of the island is still clear. Try Salt Pond near Rams Head should you have some rain, (Think of the cisterns)
Waterlemon Bay almost always has turtles and rays for the viewing. It is worth the hike (20 minutes).
Wednesday nights at Mongoose Junction the local musicians jam. Great fun.
Sunday afternoon there is music at the Beach Bar in Cruz Bay. Bring a beach chair.
Manager info
Year Purchased: 2005
About: Chris is a West Pointer with a tour of duty in VN. He started his company with his childhood sweetheart, his deceased wife, Nancy. It was Nancy who chose the site, selected the name and did much of the physical work of the building. I dedicate this to Nancy with love.
Why Cruz Bay, St. John, USVI:
We had been stymied in our 3 year search for just the right property on St John during the real estate boom in the early 2000's.
We had made many offers but were always second bidder or too late. Returning stateside after one especially frustrating trip during which we had tendered two unsuccessful proposals, we received an urgent phone call from our realtor which needed an immediate response. A property was about to be listed and already offers were queuing up. We would have to bid 'sight unseen' if we wished to be in the hunt. We bid based on trust and the agent's detailed description - an unbelievably great view, nice neighborhood, buildable lot, well treed, convenient location, good access roads, quiet surrounds, great topography, ample space, and immediate availability. Obviously we were the successful bidder. We hurriedly returned to St John with 3 days of grace if we wanted to withdraw our bid. There was no need, it was love at first sight!
The Unique Benefits at this Villa:
Many St. John locations can boast of great views but Cielo Vista has one of the best. In the dark of night the vista continues - no featureless black seascape here. The lights of St. Thomas twinkle in the distance. We can watch the big cruise ships as they steam in from or out to sea from Charlotte Amalie. On clear days we can see the Puerto Rican islands of Vieques and Culebras. But the best is the spectacular sunsets from the deck or balcony as we review the day.
All rooms have the great view, proximity to the pool, and easy access to the outdoors. The Great Room, a two story, vaulted space with catwalk and loft, houses the functions for a group – visiting, cooking, TV watching, game playing, etc. The bed suites each have their own verandas and are get-away spots for reading or napping with privacy. The bathrooms are spacious with special showers which feel like you're outdoors. Originally the villa was built with a large open veranda tying all the areas together around the pool. To reduce the sun’s rays in late afternoon, a special rollup screen was installed in front of the Great Room. This proved so successful that they entire veranda was screened in with overhead fans and comfy cushioned chairs. This room has become a focal point in the villa and mimics the outdoor living spaces of Charleston, SC.
The pool is central to the villa. The surrounding deck is great for private sunbathing, it is often cool at night for cocktails as the twinkling lights of St. Thomas emerge after the sunset. Morning coffee or crossword puzzle are done there also.
The second floor balcony provides an elevated cafe and hammock.
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Photos
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Refresh from a salty beach with a dip in your private pool amidst flowers & view
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Enjoy your 1st cup of coffee watching Pillsbury Sound awake in the morning light
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Look up from your book to see the white rimmed, green islands in the aqua blue
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Another view of the outdoor living space showing the new furniture. Easy comfort
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Kitchen is functionally well laidout for cooks. Wash dishes with a view of St T
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The comfy living space in the Great Room for TV+ quiet chats-Love the view Do U?
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A fun catwalk joins the balcony with sleeping loft, also a cozy reading nook.
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Your own romantic cafe on the 2nd floor balcony -linger in the double hammock
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The 2nd BR off of the Great Room has a small veranda with two hammock chairs
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Garden Suites TV/sitting area, desk + full kitchen with dining table to the left
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Big playful shower That's not a picture but a real view-Private yet feel outside
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The beaches are reached by two good roads-North Shore or Centerline.Try them all
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Stone work + flowers welcome you to the comforts of your island home & friends
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Toast the sunset on the pool deck with that special one or small circle of pals
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No bugs- no crowd- no ado- just quiet beauty all around See new table photo# 7
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Kitchen designed by chefs who like to visit while cooking-bright & well equipped
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Dining area with outdoor terrace in background. Note the 2 hammock seats on left
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The Great Room with a view- that Mexican tile feels refreshing on your bare feet
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Catwalk looking from balcony to sleeping loft with privacy screens and wardrobe
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Drift asleep to the twinkling lights of St. T,awaken to cool balmy sea breezes
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Newly renovated garden suite with mahogony trim,screened porch and full kitchen
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Bathrooms are breezy and light with double vanities, closeted toilet +big shower
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Tho seeming to be remotely private, its just 7 minutes to downtown on good roads
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