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Drake's View - Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views-Great Rates!

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Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View

Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View The entrance to Drake's View complete with lush tropical landscaping The great room with doors to the covered porch and view of the British Virgins 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 Mango bedroom with kind size Tempurpedic, private bath, & stunning views All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms The White Bedroom, with King Size Tempurpedic bed and private bath & patio Each ensuite bathroom features a custom tiled walk in shower Turquoise Bedroom: featuring King size Tempurpedic or two singles & private bath View of the private cottage through the lush plantings around the villa Cottage bedroom with king size Tempurpedic, and private bath & patio A view of the front side of the villa (& solar panels) from down Bordeaux Mtn. Gorgeous terraced gardens surround the villa Local art is featured in each room of the villa The view from the hot tub Sunrise from the Mango bedroom

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  • Minimum stay:4-7 nights
  • Internet:Yes
  • Pets considered:No
  • Wheel chair accessible:N/A

Property description

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. The villa has been voted 'Top Vacation Rental' for two years in a row now.

Drake's View is a four bedroom, 4.5 bath villa with a heated swimming pool, and hot tub. Five tiled 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 have a fantastic vista of Coral Bay, 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, and comfortable, plantation style furniture. The villa is filled with 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 king 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 and a large, terraced tropical garden with lime, coconut and mango trees. It is a six minute drive to the Northshore Beaches; three minutes to the Reef Bay Trail; ten minutes to Coral Bay; and fifteen minutes the Cruz Bay. 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 trails 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.



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Property Type

  • Villa
  • 3740 sq. ft.

Accommodation Type

  • Vacation Rental

Meals

  • Guests Provide Their Own Meals

Suitability

  • Groups
  • Low Allergen Environment
  • Singles
  • Children Welcome:

    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...moreless

  • Non Smoking Only
  • Pets Not Allowed

Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Beds for 8

  • Bedroom 1: 1 king

    Tempurpedic mattress...moreless

  • Bedroom 2: 1 king

    Tempurpedic mattress...moreless

  • Bedroom 3: 2 twin/ single

    Twins can be made into a king. Tempurpedic mattresses...moreless

  • Bedroom 4: 1 king

    Tempurpedic mattress...moreless

  • King size beds (3) Tempur-Pedic mattresses 2 twin beds, convertible to a king, Twin or Single Beds (2) Tempur-Pedic mattresses, Baby Cribs (1) 'pack-n-play'...moreless

Bathrooms: 4 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom

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...moreless

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Books For Adults
  • Books For Kids
  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • Games For Kids
  • Radio
  • Satellite / Cable
  • Stereo
  • Television
  • VCR

Theme

  • Adventure
  • Family
  • Romantic

Attractions

  • Churches
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Playground
  • Recreation Center
  • Reefs
  • Restaurants
  • Ruins

Local Services & Businesses

  • ATM/Bank
  • Babysitter
  • Fitness Center
  • Groceries
  • Hospital
  • Laundromat
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Services

Leisure Activities

  • Beachcombing
  • Bird Watching
  • Boating
  • Eco Tourism
  • Horseback Riding
  • Horseshoes
  • Miniature Golf
  • Paddle Boating
  • Photography
  • Scenic Drives
  • Shopping
  • Sight Seeing
  • Walking
  • Wildlife Viewing

Location Type

  • Mountain:

    Spectacular views of the British Virgins and Coral Bay...moreless

  • Near The Ocean
  • Ocean View:

    Spectacular views of the British Virgins and Coral Bay...moreless

Sports & Adventure Activities

  • Cycling
  • Deepsea Fishing
  • Fishing
  • Fly Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Parasailing
  • Sailing
  • Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Sound/Bay Fishing
  • Surfing
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Wind-Surfing

Dining

  • Child's Highchair
  • Dining:

    There is a dining table for eight in the kitchen area and a formal dining table near the semicircular balcony....moreless

  • Dining Area
  • Seating for 8 people

General

  • Air Conditioning:

    A/C in Bedrooms. Overhead fans in all rooms....moreless

  • Alarm Clock
  • Baby Gate
  • Basic Soaps
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Filtered Water
  • Hair Dryer
  • Internet
  • Laundry Soap
  • Linens Provided
  • Living Room
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Local Maps
  • Paper Towels
  • Parking:

    3-4 cars are easily accomodated....moreless

  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Thermos Bottle
  • Toilet Paper
  • Towels Provided:

    Bathroom and Beach towels are provided....moreless

  • Washing Machine
  • Water Cooler
  • Wireless Internet

Kitchen

  • 4 Ring Stove
  • Blender
  • Catering Available
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Coffee Maker:

    standard coffeemaker and expresso pot...moreless

  • Cooking Utensils:

    Fully equipped kitchen...moreless

  • Dishwasher
  • Grill
  • Ice Maker
  • Kitchen:

    fully equipped kitchen with blender, coffeemaker and coffee grinder. There is a gas range....moreless

  • Lobster Pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator:

    side by side freezer/frig with icemaker and water dispenser...moreless

  • Stove:

    gas range...moreless

  • Toaster

Outside

  • Balcony:

    Great for stargazing or sunbathing. There are 5 patio areas, including the pool. The cottage with a king BR has a private terrace....moreless

  • Beach Chairs
  • Beach Towels
  • Binoculars
  • Deck / Patio:

    Ample outdoor patios provide private areas for individuals. These are in addition to the 3,750' of indoor living space....moreless

  • Deck Furniture
  • Large Cooler
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Outdoor Furniture
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Patio
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Porch Furniture
  • Small Cooler
  • Terrace
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Wood Deck
  • Yard

Pool / Spa

  • Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
 

Reviews

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Rates

Rental basis: Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
Dates Nightly Weekend Night Weekly Monthly * Event
Summer 1-4 persons
Apr 16 - Dec 16, 2016
4 night min stay 		$600
$3,900

Rates are based on 4 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest
Thanksgiving 1-8 pers
Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2016
7 night min stay
$5,350
flat fee
Christmas/New Years
Dec 17 - Jan 6, 2017
7 night min stay
$7,400
Winter 2017 1-8 pers
Jan 7 - Apr 22, 2017
4 night min stay 		$950
$6,400
My Standard Rate
4 night min stay 		$600
$3,900

Rates are based on 4 guests; add $50 per night, per additional guest

Additional information about rental rates

Fees:

  • Refundable Damage Deposit $500
  • Tax Rate 12.5%

Notes:

Off Season rates: $3900 wk or 595/nt for 1-4 guests, 4250/wk or 645/nt for 5-6 guests, 4600/wk or 695/nt for 7-8 guests

plus tax and damage deposit. Rates are subject to change until reservation is confirmed.Cancellation policy: Reservations canceled up to 60 days before arrival will incur a 20% handling fee. No refund for cancellations made within 60 days of your arrival unless we can rebook

Manager's cancellation policy:

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Location

  • Zozo's Ristorante

    "My last meal at Zozo's was excellent. The view from the bar where you can reserve for sunse..."

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  • U.S. Virgin Islands National Park

    "Drake's view is adjacent to National Park land. From the door, you can hike to Lameshur, Re..."

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  • Francis Bay

    "We swim at Francis in the morning before the beachgoers arrive. We have seen dolphins, mant..."

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  • Woody's Seafood Saloon

    "This cafe overflows with people at Happy Hour. Many are day visitors waiting to catch the fe..."

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  • Ocean Grill

    "This pleasant restaurant is in Mongoose junction. We have had many excellent lunches and di..."

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  • La Tapa

    "This chef owned restaurant is one of our favorites. The Argentinian chef-owner is there cook..."

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  • Skinny Legs Bar & Restaurant

    "A 12 minute drive from our house in the Republic of Coral Bay. This bar is filled with loca..."

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  • Reef Bay Trail & Petroglyphs

    "Beautiful trail with petroglyphs and a waterfall if it has been wet. there are actually 2 m..."

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  • Sweet Plantains Restaurant & Bar

    "Haven't been here in a while but their curries have always been good. They have great East a..."

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  • WATERLEMON CAY

    "A short walk and you are at a stony, small beach. Use your fins to swim to the Cay and snor..."

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  • COCOLOBA SHOPPING CENTER

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  • DONKEY DINER -- CLOSED

    "Good pizza and a nice breakfast. They also have some specials like BBQ. Very casual and re..."

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  • LOVE CITY MINI MART

    "This small grocery has a decent variety of canned goods and beer and wine. There is limited..."

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  • Elaine Ione Sprauve Library & Museum

    "Check out the traditional architecture in this historic building."

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  • Salt Pond Beach

    "Nice snorkeling along the points. These beaches can be hot, with limited shade so get here ..."

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  • Fish Trap

    "I cook a lot at home so I go to the Fish Trap Fish store for excellent fresh fish. I haven'..."

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  • Aqua Bistro

    "Friday night is ponzu tuna night and chef MJ does a great job. The fish with varied sauces ..."

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  • Shipwreck Landing

    "Reliable and a local favorite. They have a varied menu and usually have fish and pasta spec..."

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  • Pickles in Paradise

    "This deli is on the road to Salt Pond and is on the right, just after you turn right at the ..."

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  • Trunk Bay

    "Lovely beach . We go here when the crowds leave, about 4. The large tarpons are feeding on..."

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  • Cinnamon Bay Beach

    "A beautiful beach that changes yearly. The archeology museum at the beach states that it lo..."

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  • Rhumb Lines

    "This restaurant has been reasonable and reliable. I like the tuna app and the ropa vieja."

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  • Maho Bay

    "This beach is great for people who can't walk far. It is just off the road and parking has ..."

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  • Miss Lucy’s Restaurant

    "I love the location of this restaurant, right on the beach. The full moon parties are fun a..."

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  • Vie's Snack Shack

    "We go here for the ambiance. East End has a different feel and eating with the chickens is ..."

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  • Mongoose Junction

    "I love to look around here. RI Patton's jewelry is a must. The art gallery, Bajo el Sol is..."

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  • Asolare

    "Where the guest is considered an inconvenience......Haven't been here in several years after..."

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  • Hercules Pate Delight -- CLOSED

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Car: Necessary

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

 

Manager info

Year Purchased: 2000

About: 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!

Why Lower Carolina, Coral Bay, St. John, USVI:
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 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!

Contact us

Speaks: english, french, italian

Links to more information:

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Photos

  • Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View

    Dine & lounge overlooking the award-winning vista at Drake's View

  • The great room with doors to the covered porch and view of the British Virgins

    The great room with doors to the covered porch and view of the British Virgins

  • The wraparound Bar Area in the Great Room with vista

    The wraparound Bar Area in the Great Room with vista

  • Mango bedroom with kind size Tempurpedic, private bath, & stunning views

    Mango bedroom with kind size Tempurpedic, private bath, & stunning views

  • The White Bedroom, with King Size Tempurpedic bed and private bath & patio

    The White Bedroom, with King Size Tempurpedic bed and private bath & patio

  • Turquoise Bedroom: featuring King size Tempurpedic or two singles & private bath

    Turquoise Bedroom: featuring King size Tempurpedic or two singles & private bath

  • Cottage bedroom with king size Tempurpedic, and private bath & patio

    Cottage bedroom with king size Tempurpedic, and private bath & patio

  • A view of the front side of the villa (& solar panels) from down Bordeaux Mtn.

    A view of the front side of the villa (& solar panels) from down Bordeaux Mtn.

  • The view from the hot tub

    The view from the hot tub

  • The entrance to Drake's View complete with lush tropical landscaping

    The entrance to Drake's View complete with lush tropical landscaping

  • This is one of the dining areas overlooking the East End and the BVI's

    This is one of the dining areas overlooking the East End and the BVI's

  • The spacious kitchen: ample counterspace, Corian countertops, & breakfast area

    The spacious kitchen: ample counterspace, Corian countertops, & breakfast area

  • All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms

    All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms

  • Each ensuite bathroom features a custom tiled walk in shower

    Each ensuite bathroom features a custom tiled walk in shower

  • View of the private cottage through the lush plantings around the villa

    View of the private cottage through the lush plantings around the villa

  • Gorgeous terraced gardens surround the villa

    Gorgeous terraced gardens surround the villa

  • Local art is featured in each room of the villa

    Local art is featured in each room of the villa

  • Sunrise from the Mango bedroom

    Sunrise from the Mango bedroom

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This listing was first published here in 2001.

Date last modified - Saturday, September 24, 2016

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  • Bathrooms
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