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SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5

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Sapphire Beach
View from the steps of "SEA"bbatical
2024 Remodeled exterior and stairs. Second floor, front unit for great views!
New Daybed and trundle in the sunroom for the kids (or the snoring guy!)
Updated and remodeled living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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St Thomas, St Thomas
  • Place, Cabes Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sapphire Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lindquist Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Futon

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Double Murphy Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5

Enjoy your "Sea"bbatical on Sapphire beach in this spacious 1 bedroom, 2 bath condo at Sapphire Beach West (Crystal Cove). With 1 king bed, 1 murphy bed, 1 day bed (with twin trundle), and 1 sleeper sofa, there is room for the whole family! Utilize the fully stocked kitchen and washer/ dryer, if needed. Otherwise, enjoy a delicious meal at one of the four reataurants on property!
So many options are just a coconut's throw away. Enjoy the beach, the pool, tennis courts, coffee/ ice cream store, beach bar, and more! Downtown Red Hook, with amazing restaurants, nightlife, and ferry to St. John, is less than a mile away!
Desire to explore further? Charter a boat at the marina next door and explore the Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands! Most importantly, don't forget to relax, unwind, and enjoy your "Sea"bbatical on Sapphire beach!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not hang wet clothes on balcony. This is a condo association rule. Feel free to use the washer/dryer in the condo to freshen up clothes.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Frequently asked questions

Does SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 ?

As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 on 7 May 2026 start from £221, 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.

Is SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is SEAbbatical on Sapphire- Steps to the beach! Sleeps 5 located?

Nestled on the beach, this St. Thomas condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cabes Point and Sapphire Beach. Lindquist Beach and Turquoise Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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. 99 out of 113 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 113 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 113 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 113 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing place to stay! We have stayed at other rentals and this one is the best by far! Ed was an excellent host and was super helpful. We will be staying here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Thank you for the kind review! Looking forward to your return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent communication and place. Would totally stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Great to hear! Hope to see you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another lovely stay in a beautiful place. We appreciated the furniture updates too.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Glad you enjoyed the updated furniture! More upgrades are on the way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Location was excellent. Condo was nice and had everything we needed. Was not as clean as I’d prefer (fridge, bathroom under sinks, bathroom floors needed attention) but overall fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2026
Glad you had everything needed. Regarding cleanliness: We would have had the cleaning crew go back in and refresh the room, if we knew. They take pride in presenting an immaculate condo for our guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location can't be beat, responsive host - had a great stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our third year staying here and we had another great trip. The new bedroom furniture was a welcome addition. Having a washer/dryer is also priceless. Thanks again.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Glad you appreciated the updates. I agree about the in-unit washer and dryer! It makes for easy packing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo was very clean and in the perfect location near Sapphire beach and other amenities. The host was friendly and available when needed. We loved our stay at crystal cove and plan to return!
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Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Hope to see you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dacia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Condo was great, Host and property manager were fantastic. Overall great experience.
The best view!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Excellent to hear!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was super kind and helpful! The condo is cute. Perfect location. All the amenities needed and than some! Will definitely stay here again and again :) Thank you Ed! For making our trip easy and memorable! You are good people!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
Great to hear! And thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee B D.

Great location with multiple restaurants and beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Glad you enjoyed the numerous restaurants and the awesome beach access!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynne l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I cannot say enough about how amazing the snorkeling is here. The best by far! So close and easy. The use of beach chairs under the trees is so nice. The condo is extremely quiet with blackout shades. Kitchen was great for fish we caught on our fishing trip. Extremely happy with the rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2026
I agree with the great snorkeling right outside the front door! Glad you enjoyed the amenities
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William D.

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

Great Spot

Would stay again in a second!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
We look forward to your return!
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Hisham A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beware of the host, Ed. Dishonest and will attempt to lie and file a claim days after other guests check in.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct 2025
After other guests complained of your smoking on property I called you and sent you a text via VRBO and asked that you abide by condo association rules regarding smoking. The Property Manger called you and the General Manager tried to reach you to ask that you stop smoking. At no point, did you respond. In addition, you left cigarette butts and ashes outside the door and on the stairs. Cleaning a condo after a smoker takes time and money. That is the reason for the claim. With over 100 reviews and and a 9.8/ 10 rating, it is your review that appears dishonest
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach and location!

Loved the location and beautiful beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2025
Great to hear!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley B.

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

Spring break

Great location, great beach accessories with the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
Glad you enjoyed spring break!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry D.

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

1 yr anniversary & vacation

Everything was completely amazing. 5 stars on this rental. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jul 2025
We look forward to hosting your 2 year anniversary!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave E.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

Everything was as advertised and being so close to the beach was great!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Feb 2024
Very happy to hear you enjoyed your vacation. Steps to the beach is absolutely why we love it!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph r.

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

Awesome place right by the beach

We stayed here for a week and it was great. Check in and check out process was smooth, it’s a great location steps from the beach. Plenty of room for everyone to sleep. Savannah was responsive and helpful. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar 2025
Glad the process was smooth and you enjoyed the great location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette F.

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

Great stay

Great View of Sabbatical Beach, nice beach closet with things you may need. Hideaway couch is typical, a bit hard to sleep on, but the rest of the beds were fine and stay was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2025
I love that you enjoyed the view. Yes, the pull out couch is best for kids. All other beds are great for the adults.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the location of this condo and all of the amenities it offered us! We especially love the provided beach gear and plenty of comfortable sleeping options. The view was beautiful! It was an easy beach vacation with our two children. To top it off Ed and Savannah ( property owner and manager) were absolutely fantastic to work with, providing timely information! Great condo and beautiful island!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Great stay

We had an excellent stay. The condo was everything we needed for a short vacation. It was an excellnt location....a short walk to the beach and a walk to restaurants, and we cant wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jun 2023
When you have a short vacation, having a short walk to the beach is essential! Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Everything you need for a fantastic stay!

My family loved this property! The location is incredible, just steps to the beach and great snorkeling. The condo was super clean, well-stocked, and communication with Ed and his local property manager (Savannah) were great. My family already can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2025
I agree about the snorkeling! Please think of us on your next return visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Wonderful

Another wonderful stay at Seabattical on Sapphire beach. The condo is as described and check in was a breeze with great communication. We love the bed options for our kids and the extra beach supplies are handy if you travel to another beach for the day. We enjoyed relaxing at the beach and snorkeling. Having food nearby is a great addition and we appreciate that there is staff dedicated to cleaning up sargassum if it happens to show up. It’s a great place to stay on St. Thomas!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2025
Great to hear the sleeping arrangements worked for everyone and you enjoyed your stay! Hope to see you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Paradise found

Everything about SEAbbatical, Crystal Cove, and Sapphire Beach as a whole was even better than we could have ever hoped for! We got a little teary eyed having to leave this wonderful place and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Mar 2025
Great to hear you had an awesome experience! We hope to see you back very, very, soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie P.

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

Great location

This place had everything we needed. Great location, Beautiful beach,Check in was a breeze. We had A-blast!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2022
Great to hear! We hope you come back to SEAbbatical On Sapphire very soon!

About the host

Hosted by Ed McKernan

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The McKernan family currently live in Colorado and while we love the Rocky Mountains, warm weather and the Caribbean Sea constantly call us back! Over the years, we have been traveling to various warm weather places in search of the right place, with the right vibe. We found it here in the Virgin Islands!
Like many people, Ed has experienced a couple of "down-sizings" or "restructures" in the corporate world. Each time he was impacted, he called them sabbaticals (even though he was technically, just unemployed, ha!). Either way, he embraced his short term freedom. Therefore, It only made sense to call our dream condo, "Sea"bbatical! We hope you enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

We wanted a place that checked all the boxes: A view, walking distance to the beach, amenities such as a pool, and a vacation feel that included a place for beach front dining and cocktails. Crystal Cove at Sapphire Beach has it all!
The other advantage is the proximity to Red Hook. The town is only 1 mile away and has numerous shops, restaurants, and nightlife! The ferry to St. John and the neighboring islands also leaves from here, making day trips stress free!

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