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Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View

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Property grounds
Beach
Living and Dinging Area from Entry
Living and Dining Area toward Deck Doors

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View

Cactus Flower Cottage is a charming 1-bedroom cottage nestled in Fish Bay, one of St. John's quietest neighborhood. Built amoungst 200 year old ruins still visable on property. Enjoy fresh papaya, coconut and other fruit from trees throughout the gardens when in season. A 10-minute ride from Cruz Bay on paved roads. The cottage includes a full kitchen, covered deck, outside private native stone shower, established landscaping, air-conditioning in the bedroom, cable TV, high-speed internet, solar hot water, water view of Fish Bay and the Caribbean Sea. Guests at the cottage have full use of the pool, which is adjacent to the main house. North Shore Beach access is a 5-10 minute drive. South Shore Beaches, historic ruin sites and National Park Trails are walking distance. Vehicle rental is strongly recommended. Taxi service is also easy.
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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21

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

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 963889
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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St. John, USVI

What's nearby

  • Rendezvous Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Klein Bay - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chocolate Hole - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shambles - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Rendezvous Bay and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Chocolate Hole Beach are also within 2 miles (3 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. 133 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 148 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place and wonderful hosts. Really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in the cactus flower cottage in the Fish Bay area—such a beautiful, peaceful setting surrounded by lush tropical landscape. The property itself was wonderful, especially the dark and cool bedroom, which made it so comfortable to relax and get a great night’s sleep. The deck was absolutely beautiful and a perfect spot to unwind and take in the surroundings. We also really appreciated having access to a washer and dryer—it made the stay even more convenient. Overall, a relaxing and enjoyable experience, and we would definitely come back
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Air conditioning in the bedroom was nice and cool. It was quite warm in the living room during the day even with all fans going. I really liked the porch to sit on. Bed nice and comfortable. When sitting outside make sure to use bug spray lots of mosquitoes. Loved the hot tub. Pool was very small. Convenient to town. Loved the sweet and friendly cat! Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tina and Joe have created a peaceful nook that has everything you need plus extras to enjoy the island! We loaded up our jeep everyday with nice beach chairs and a cooler they have at the cottage and enjoyed the ambiance of the outdoor shower to rinse off the day! Porch was amazing for coffee and wine time!! Very clean, no problems checking in or out, they have a generator too but no power issues while we were there . Hope we get to come back! Tina sent spot on helpful tips on how to navigate things from taxis to groceries which made traveling easier for our first trip. Many thanks for a great stay!!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fantastic stay once again. Joe and Tina are the best hosts and their cottage is perfection. Couldn’t recommend more!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kurtis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible place to visit and very responsive hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ALISON V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic, quiet location- but not far from anything. The hosts were extremely communicative and helpful. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at this charming cottage and had a wonderful experience. This is our third stay on this property. From the moment we arrived we felt relaxed and welcomed. This cottage is beautifully maintained, cozy and thoughtfully decorated. The living area is warm and inviting -perfect for unwinding in the evenings as is the porch area. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything we needed making it easy to prepare meals. The bedroom is comfortable & quiet and we slept well. Everything was spotlessly, clean and well organized. We especially appreciated the peaceful outdoor space with all of the unique plants of the area. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the porch with the beautiful view. It really felt like a private retreat away from the noise of every day life back in New Hampshire. Tina and Joe are friendly and responsive. They have attention to detail and made sure that we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Overall, this is the perfect getaway and we will happily return next year. Highly recommend this place to others.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

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

Cactus cottage

Property was perfect , beautiful cottage , quiet and peaceful . We truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend …. the owners were exceptional !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Very Nice Property

We loved our stay at Cactus Flower. It is very nicely appointed and the hosts are great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaela B.

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

Peaceful and serene!

We had an amazing stay! Very peaceful. Tina and Joe were very helpful with reccomending car rental, directions, etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Peace and quiet Fish Bay

The cottage is adorable and very comfortable, welcoming and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

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

Perfect Couples Getaway

We enjoyed our stay at Cactus Flower Cottage. Very clean and well kept. The cottage had everything we needed to make our trip to St. John fun and memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

Great place

Exactly as described. Has everything you need. Hosts are very nice. Short drive to most places on the island. We enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Excellent Stay

We had the most wonderful time on island and the stay at this cottage was perfect. Excellent location. Easy drive from Cruz Bay. No rough roads or crazy parking! Cottage had everything we needed and the AC in the bedroom was fantastic! We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shari J.

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

Wonderful place to stay on St. John!

We loved staying at Cactus Flower! It’s in a great location tucked in the hills just a few minutes away from Cruz Bay, and easy access to the North Shore beaches. The cottage is charming, peaceful and comfy—the hosts have provided everything you could need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicky c.

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

St John’s adventure

Tina was very helpful and communicative. Cactus Flower was a wonderful place for us as we explored the island. She had beach chairs, beach towels, snorkel gear and even a cooler we could use during our stay. Our last day we enjoyed the lovely pool and hot tub as well. The air conditioning in the bedroom was very nice and allowed for restful sleep after full days of hiking and swimming. Thank you for opening up your bungalow to us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aubry A. T.

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

Truly an amazing cottage in paradise

I'm so glad I found this gem on Vrbo. My boyfriend and I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The cottage was clean, comfortable and perfectly located. We truly felt like we were in paradise! The hosts where so kind and accommodating. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benedict L.

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

Cactus Flower

Beautiful cottage. Secluded and comfortable. Loved the setting.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rose C.

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

Awesome as always!

This cottage is the perfect place for a couple.We love the outdoor shower,the kitchen has everything we needed,Joe and Tina are excellent hosts. Quite and peaceful.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Corrine B.

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

Awesome

We enjoyed every bit of this cottage. Riley was very accommodating with everything we needed. We will stay here next time we are in St John!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

A hidden gem.

Great cottage for a couple with access to a refreshing pool and nice hot tub for starry nights. Easy access with paved roads and a quiet neighborhood made it a relaxing stay. Quick drive to the beaches, restaurants, and groceries.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Great villa with an awesome stone outdoor shower

Cactus Flower was a wonderful 1 bedroom villa with a wonderful Stone Outdoor shower. Joe and Tina were wonderful Hosts with decades of local knowledge. Fish bay is so close to everything. I would highly recommend this 1 bedroom villa
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Wonderful Stay

The owners were absolutely the sweetest…including the pets. Everything was clean and just perfect! It was cozy and nice and we loved the outside shower. We wish all rental owners were as wonderful as the ones with this property. Thank you for having us!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel B.

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

Great cottage!

We came to St. John for a wedding and stayed at Cactus Flower. Vivi and Riley were very gracious hosts and took care of all our needs. Luckily the cottage has a solar generator because the power goes out daily in St. John! The cottage was perfect for us
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Contact Joe and Tina

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Joe is a licensed contractor on St John. Tina is a Finance Manager and Real Estate Agent. Our combined family includes 3 daughters who attend college and highschool in the Carolinas. And a son who works and lives in Charlotte, NC. Joe has lived on St. John since 1974 when his parents moved here with their 7 kids. Two siblings and his parents still live on St. John. Tina has lived on St John since 2004 and previously in the 80’s.

Why they chose this property

Joe found a unique piece of property with historical ruins and pictured building his dream home. He first designed and built Cactus Flower to live in. The cottage has all custom woodworking throughout. He and Tina now live in the main house that he also designed and built. Joe and Tina also own the adjoining property.

What makes this property unique

The cottage and main villa encompass 250 year old ruins. Together with the adjoining property, there are fruit trees and gardens to enjoy.

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