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Sunny Cottage by the sea
Property grounds
Our beautiful driveway
Flowers from the trees
Welcome

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3520 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Red Hook, St Thomas
  • Place, American Yacht Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Secret Harbor
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sapphire Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials


My husband Chris and I have lived on St. Thomas for over 20 years. He came to dive, I came to sail. We met by chance and discovered we both have a love of the water and the Caribbean life style. Chris is very talented and knew he wanted to live here permanently, so he built a house on the top of the hill. We got married in 1995, and often talked about making the home we love accessible to guests.
In 2012 we built are prefect Caribbean Cottage. It is a Caribbean dream cottage with spectacular views. We face into the trade winds so there is always a breeze over the porch. Facing East we have stunning sunrises over Pillsbury Sound with St. John in the background.

I'm sure up will love it too. The spacious porch is a perfect way to enjoy your first cup of coffee or to sit back in the evening and watch the colors change over the islands with a cool beverage in your hand. The trade winds will keep you cool as you sit outside from breakfast to diner, and of course if needed there is air conditioning.

My husband, Chris, and I live on the property. We will help you enjoy your vacation in any way we can. Just ask for local tips on restaurants and activities.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Sea view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 10
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Red Hook

St. Thomas is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sapphire Beach and Lindquist Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Red Hook, St Thomas

What's nearby

  • American Yacht Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Secret Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Secret Harbour Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sapphire Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cowpet Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agave - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tarpon’s Table - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sapphire Beach Bar   - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Kween Vee Smoothies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sunset Grille @ Secret Harbour Beach Resort - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

As of 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials on 2 Apr 2026 start from £177, 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 at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials located?

Situated in St. Thomas, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of American Yacht Harbor and Sapphire Beach. Cabes Point and Nazareth Bay 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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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

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

Had a great time

Charming cottage with magnificent views of Red Hook harbor. Wonderfully helpful hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flash W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage, location, price, and a interaction with owner has been amazing. More than I ever expected. Beautiful view and very comfortable. Will certainly book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view and very nice owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

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

Great location

Easy access to all the Redhook restaurants and the Ferries. Owners were very helpful with questions about the area. It's high up on the hill so there are great views.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

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

Lion’s Gate Cottage Review

It’s a nice little cottage with wonderful balcony and spectacular view. Maxine was delightful, helpful & responsive. We really enjoyed our stay and the proximity to dining and shopping establishments, and the ferry terminal.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dakota B.

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

Beautiful St. Thomas Cottage with a Wonderful View

The place is centrally located in red hook with an amazing view. My wife and I had a wonderful time. Maxine was a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Lovely.

We had a lovely time! Great location and view. And loved sweet Louie visits each day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

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

Beautiful Vacation

Wonderful time at this property. The sea breezes kept us comfortable. We spent so much time on the patio just relaxing. Maxine and Chris were very accessible and helpful. I would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris W.

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

First time to St Thomas

The views are beautiful! The cottage is perfect for two. Maxine is a great host and easy to communicate with. The location is easy access to the entire island.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

Wonderful stay overlooking Red Hook.

We truly enjoyed our stay at the cottage, the views are incredible, the sun rise over St John is beautiful. Fun restuarants nearby. The drive up to the cottage adds to its charm. Maxine and Chris are wonderful hosts. thank you for a wonderful week.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved the views. It was right on the harbor so was noisy early mornings. The driveyway was steep but we were warned about this. Parking was limited but also warned. Hostess had everything we needed for the beach which was a great surprise!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley R.

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

Fantastic Trip

The cottage is fantastic!! Everything is clean and well appointed. Overlooking the harbor with coffee in the morning was relaxing and exactly what we where looking for. Maxine and Chris are great hosts!! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jason E.

Amazing house, amazing view, amazing host!

We truly enjoyed our stay here while on the island for 7 days. Maxine did everything to ensure we were taken care of and went above and beyond. A beautiful house on a beautiful location, couldn’t have asked for more! I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great place to call home on vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carly V.

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

Wonderful!

We booked this property when we had to make last minute travel plans and it was everything it advertised! Beautiful view and perfect for a couple. We loved having a full kitchen and the beautiful deck. We did rent a car and unless you’re looking for some serious cardio up that hill I’d recommend it. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, max was very helpful. The internet did not seem to work for us, but we were not in the cottage much except at night so it was minor.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

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

12 year anniversary

Our stay was more than we could have imagined. The view was absolutely beautiful...We woke up every morning at 6am just to see the sunrise! Butterflys, hummingbirds, flowers...they were everywhere! Maxine and Chris are wonderful people! Thanks for sharing your part of the world with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celenia L.

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

Paradise

My partner and I took a vacation to the Virgin Islands for the first time in August. We chose to stay in Redhook because it was near many beaches, restaurants and shops. The cottage was a cozy and comfortable place and our view was astonishing! We couldn’t get enough of it, and the place was well kept and it offered many amenities that it made our stay extremely convenient. Thank you Maxine, Chris and louie for your hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to one day return to this amazing place 💗
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daedra G.

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

Beautiful views and walkable to town!

My partner and I stayed for 15-days. We had a wonderful experience. Max & Chris made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We rented a car for the first week and didn't have a car the second. The cottage is close enough to town to walk down for dinner or for a grocery run. You can also walk to Sapphire beach or catch the ferry over to St. John for the day. Great rental for couples looking for a getaway or single travelers.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Awesome property made our vacation....

Everything was just as stated.... couldn’t have been better from our arrival to the day we had to leave. Max was the greatest.... met us and led us to the house gave us really great advice on restaurants and beaches nearby. house was the best part of our winter break from the cold. A perfect spot to watch the sun come up and enjoy an amazing view no matter what direction you looked. The perfect getaway at a perfect location lionsgate was the best......we will be back. Mike and Debbie
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Nicole B.

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

Stunning Views

The property has stunning views and excellent location to red hook. You may want to rent a car if u are not in good shape. It was an issue until u tried to bring luggage down. Otherwise great property.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolee D.

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

Lionsgate Paradise

Perfection. Charming Caribbean cottage. High on a hill with unmatched views of the harbor and surrounding islands. Tradewinds that cool the warm temperatures. Cottage has many unique features including handcrafted furniture and mahogany woodwork. Hosts that are warm, welcoming and helpful. Treat it well. We will be back next year. Tom and Carolee, 2024
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna V.

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

Lovely hilltop cottage with magnificent views

Lions Gate Cottage is a beautiful spot for adults tucked very high up overlooking Red Hook Harbor and marina. Enjoyed watching the sunrise over St John Island. Kept doors and windows open to enjoy the breeze. Cottage very nicely appointed and owners kind and accomodating. Location close to restaurants, bars, Beautiful Magen's Bay, Lindquist Beach and Sapphire Beach. plus the supermarket, ferry to St John, and marina to arrange for day boating/snorkeling trips. About half hour ride from airport. Super cellphone coverage. Would rent again !
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Beautiful views and great location

Wonderful stand alone cottage with great front porch to take in the views of Red Hook harbor and St John. Location is great for taking advantage of local beaches. It was 20 minutes to Magens bay which was our favorite, Cottage is close to the town of Red Hook which has the best selection of stores, restaurants and Happy Hours!! Hosts are on site and very responsive when we needed anything. Yet you have absolute privacy. They also gave us great tips for things to do. The road up to the cottage is steep and windy ( like many of the roads on St Thomas) so make sure you rent a car that can handle it. We had a Jeep.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Brooke H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great view but have a rental car!

Beautiful view to wake up to everyday, having a morning coffee on the balcony and seeing the sunrise every morning was awesome. Listen to their recommendation they give in the listing when they say to have a car. Absolutely have a rental car to stay here. We were two in shape young adults and it was brutal walking up the hill 2-3 times a day in the heat. The location is great though for red hook restaurants and bars. Catamaran dock ports and scuba diving right there. You need a cab to get to any beach but they aren’t far at all! Fav one was secret harbor beach. Definitely check out duffys love shack down the hill- super fun place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn B.

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

Absolutely perfect!

The house is lovely and well appointed. Everything we needed in the kitchen to have coffee and make breakfast right there. The view is amazing! Wrap around covered porch allowed us to enjoy the outside even when we had a bit of rain. Very comfortable. Maxine and Chris are gracious hosts and Louie visited regularly lol. You can close the gate if you’d prefer to not have visits from Louie. The walk up and down the hill was very doable for us. We are fairly active but not young. If you’d prefer not to walk it, a taxi will gladly take you up for $5 pp (feb 2022). We will definitely book with them again when we return to St Thomas and recommend to all of our family and friends!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Maxine Lavitt

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Chris and I came from different parts of the country, He from California and me from New York City. He came to dive and I came to sail. We both had businesses doing just that.
We have both retired and enjoy traveling and sharing our wonderful property with guests.

Why they chose this property

The view and the breeze are something I never get tired of. Not even after all these years. It would be hard for us to ever move from here. The parrots and hummingbirds are personal friends.

What makes this property unique

We are close to everything but feel a million miles away when we reach the top of the hill.

The breeze keeps us cool year round. You can sit out on the porch with views of the active harbor and see St John just across Pillsbury Sound.

Easy to go down the hill for dinner or to the market.
You can easily catch the ferry to St.John or Tortola in the BVI at the bottom of the hill.

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