Caribbean Gem Hilltop Condo with Harbor and Island Views, Walk to Town

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Dining-kitchen view from entrance
Showing stairs to loft bedroom/bathroom

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Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Barbecue grill
Washer
Kitchen

Explore the area

Cruz Bay, St John

Cruz Bay Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Great Cruz Bay
‪3 min drive‬
Trunk Bay
‪16 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Balcony

About this property

Harborview is a 2 bedroom/2bathroom condo at battery hill, an intimate nine unit condominium complex nestled at the top of the hill overlooking Cruz Bay in town. This is a Caribbean gem, with an open living plan, fully equipped kitchen, and furnished in lovely, bright island decor, with a queen sized master bedroom and a queen size bed in the expensive loft bedroom.

Harbor View is located on the top floor of the two unit building, with its own separate entrance. The mahogany doors open to the fabulous 24 foot high tongue and groove, beamed ceilings. The jalousie windows and six Hunter fans circulate the tropical breezes and Trade Winds (air conditioning is available for the rare nights it is needed). The inviting great room is tastefully appointed with a comfortable couch, chairs and a flat screen television with cable TV. Off of the great room is a quaint covered balcony to take in the majestic views while basking in the cooling trade wind breezes.

There is a community gas BBQ grill available which is located near the pool deck. The community pool is located just steps from the front door. It features numerous lounge chairs available for sunbathing and other lounge chairs are located under a covered and shaded area, ideal for reading or lounging. Several tables and chairs complement the outer pool deck area. Beach chairs, cooler and beach towels are available to take on your visits to our many world class beaches. Battery Hill is a beautifully landscaped community located within the village of Cruz Bay with an ambiance well suited to those looking for privacy, luxurious amenities and convenience.

Harbor View at Battery Hill is professionally managed by Tammy Cummings, Always Summer Services. Tammy is a 30 plus year residents of St. John and has been in the property management business for 5 years. Tammy strives to keep her company small and personally oriented. With her intimate knowledge of St. John, she is happy to give customized advice of the island she calls home.

Welcome to Paradise!

Property manager

Eileen and Douglas Long

Premier Host

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Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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Views of Cruz Bay from Battery Hill pool deck.

Sea view
Pool
Kitchen
Washer

House Rules

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only one parking space available

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this condo is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

Cruz Bay, St John

What's nearby

Cruz Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Battery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Honeymoon Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.8 km

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min walk
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min walk
‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min walk
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬6 min walk
‪Greengo’s - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Caribbean Gem Hilltop Condo with Harbor and Island Views, Walk to Town have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Caribbean Gem Hilltop Condo with Harbor and Island Views, Walk to Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Caribbean Gem Hilltop Condo with Harbor and Island Views, Walk to Town located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this condo building is steps away from St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and Cruz Bay Beach. Virgin Islands National Park is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

23 Apr, 2025

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

Another great stay at Harbor View!

This was our second time staying in this condo and it was just as good as the first. Both Eileen and Tammy are a delight to work with, so hospitable and accommodating! Location is spectacular, walk to all! Always had a parking spot for our jeep rental. Lots of beach gear provided, chairs, cooler, bags, umbrellas, rain coat and more. We needed and used all! Makes it so convenient to not have to pack or rent those things. Unit is clean and well stocked with anything you would need for cooking! Will stay again and again! Can't wait for our next visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara B.

13 Apr, 2025

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

Piece of paradise!

We had the best time here! Four adults (2 couples), and it was the perfect size and location. We had a vehicle, but could have done without, as it’s within walking distance to town. The house was well stocked with everything we needed for the perfect week in St John. The balcony was great for morning coffee or an afternoon nap. The pool and lounge area were just the right size for relaxing after a day at the beach. I honestly can’t say enough wonderful things about this property! Thank you to the owners for sharing it with us!!! I would come back and stay in this exact place.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

10 Apr, 2025

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

Hidden Gem

This was our third year staying here and absolutely love it! The decor is refreshing and views are spectacular!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

8 Mar, 2025

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

Just as described!

We stayed a week and loved everything about the place!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

7 Mar, 2025

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

At John best stay

This was such a nice location and stay. Clean, right by town, all the amenities we needed: we hope to back and visit this exact location!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

3 Mar, 2025

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

Harbor View

Even better than we expected! Such an adorable and well furnished unit with amazing views! We will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine E.

21 Jan, 2025

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

Great property, convenient location

Location of property is super convenient for activities and meals, property was very nice, kitchen well appointed. Clarifying observation, washer and dryer available and no charge but we’re not in the unit. Not a huge deal, though. Spiral stairs to loft were indeed a little challenging

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

1 Jan, 2025

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

Perfect condo and location

We had a great week at Harbor View! This is one of the best-provisioned rentals we’ve ever had, especially the kitchen. It was super helpful to have chairs and even a backpack yeti available. The room setup worked well for us, with the teenaged daughters up the spiral stairs. We particularly loved the location and had never stayed right in Cruz Bay before- definitely a very steep climb on the return trip, but worked for us every night and appreciated not having to take taxis to dinner.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron W.

13 Jul, 2024

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

Perfect place on a perfect island

This was our first ever trip to the VI, and My wife and 2 college aged daughters absolutely loved our stay at Harbor View! Well appointed as advertised : we used the beach chairs and yeti backpack cooler, and/or smaller, soft cooler everyday on our visits to the stunning beaches all over the island. At the end of our long beach days, we lounged in the lovely pool and deck area enjoying the great view of the harbor and town - as we did every morning and evening from our own little porch. A note : getting a large, packed, suitcase ( or 2 in our case ) up and down the spiral stair case to the loft room is, admittedly, a challenge. HOWEVER this is NOT IN ANY WAY A COMPLAINT. , as we knew the layout beforehand and expected it would be. We made it happen, just used proper caution ( if it’s too much for your party, you might want to shuttle your contents up there as needed, or some other solution). The loft room itself is quite roomy, well decorated and has its own bathroom. A 5 minute walk down the hill puts you in the heart or Cruz bay…another 5 minutes to Mongoose Junction. It’s a steeper , slower hike uphill back home, but we found it a good way to walk off dinner and/or a few drinks. Property caretaker, Tammy, was terrific about communication from Check-in through check out, and at any point in between. We are grateful to the owners for sharing their beautiful home on this beautiful island. We hope to be back one day.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dewi S.

6 Jul, 2024

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The new standard

In the twelve years of visiting STJ, this slice of heaven just became my forever favorite. The pictures can't do it justice. It's somehow spacious and cozy. Decor is tasteful and lovingly curated (per my designer sister), with little pieces and choices that let you know someone cares. Everything is bathed and gorgeous light during the day, without it getting hot. The layout is amazing! While the spiral stairs won't work for everyone, they are such a beautiful way to access the spacious loft. I was floored by the full bed and bathroom. Plus, the loft is bright with natural light, consistent with the rest of the space. It's not an attic. Beyond this, I love the dedicated areas for eating, relaxing, chatting, and taking in the morning sun and afternoon breezes. Additionally, guests seem to care --- no loud talking, music, or banging. I had the Carnival Festival village for all that goodness! Finally, I can't say enough about how charming and hepful Tammy the property manager is. She was available and always had answers, almost neighborly in her responsiveness. I'm a fan. This is a gem. Cheers to the owner!

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

13 Jun, 2024

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

Harbor View - Great Visit!

We've stayed at Harbor View at Battery Hill multiple times and never been disappointed. Our visits are up to 3 weeks now and the host has always been great! The site manager keeps you informed and responds quickly also. The place has everything you need for comfort inside and for trips to the beaches, including coolers, chairs, and towels. Harbor View is out go to place on St John as we love the view of Cruz Bay and have easy access to town, shopping, and groceries. We will definitely stay here again! Mark & Kim J

Stayed 21 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heidi D.

16 May, 2024

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Heidi

This condo was even better in person than in the photos. Clean. beautifully decorated and within walking distance to town. I would definitely rent here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

26 Apr, 2024

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

Fantastic condo and location!

Harbor View in the Battery Hill complex is a great condo and superb location to downtown Cruz Bay. The condo is furnished very nicely and has just about everything you can think of! We highly recommend and will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 Apr, 2024

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

For the Love of St. John

We had a wonderful time at our stay at Harbor View. It was such a great way to celebrate our Anniversary. The place was so comfortable and it had everything we needed and more. We really enjoyed relaxing on the balcony and the view was amazing. We will be coming back and staying here again. Thank you to the hosts and their support team for an unforgettable trip!

Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meridith B.

19 Feb, 2024

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

Great Stay!

This was a perfect location! The unit was well equipped with everything we needed. We were able to grill and cook in a few nights. The complex was quiet and very clean. We enjoyed sitting by the pool. We will be back!

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

colleen l.

26 Jan, 2024

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Great stay!

Let's just say, we'll be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah S.

22 Jan, 2024

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Wonderful!

The description is accurate, this unit is a gem! Very clean, tasteful decor and view better than we expected. We sat on the balcony each morning and enjoyed the view. The kitchen had everything we needed with quality dishware, utensils, etc. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

9 Jan, 2024

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

We felt at home

This condo was fully appointed! We didn’t need to use the dishes no one wanted. Every dish looked new! Ha! Everything worked and we had no issues! The space was clean, close to town and exactly as described. We didn’t rent the upstairs but did take a peek and it so inviting!!! The breeze came with the place too! No need for the air although it was nice to have that option. Thank you for having us! We hope you’ll have us again!!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

3 Jan, 2024

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

Beautiful condo, fantastic location

This condo is beautifully updated and decorated! Soft linens, quality towels, fantastic kitchen ware, beach chairs and Yeti backpack cooler. It has everything you need for your epic beach vacation!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K., Wilmington, NC

25 Dec, 2023

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

Beautiful place in primo location!

My mom and I stayed a week at this beautiful spot before Christmas. The owners have truly thought of every single thing imaginable that you would need when here. We did not cook, but the kitchen was fully stocked if you wanted to do so. Beds were comfortable. Plenty of linens provided. Great porch for coffee or cocktails, looking out over cruise bay and the town. Place was very spacious and comfortable for the two of us. We will definitely book again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth E.

18 Dec, 2023

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

paradise

Beautiful, comfortable space and incredibly clean- Highquality kitchen appliances. I hope to return, I'm so grateful for those who make it possible

Stayed 16 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nazime T.

6 Aug, 2023

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

Great Place!!

This was the absolutely best place for the four of us to stay (myself, husband, adult son and his girlfriend). The location is perfect - just a short walk up a very steep hill from town. This allowed us to go into town without the hassle of looking for parking. The view from the unit is just beautiful. There is a small pool just steps away from the unit. Amenities are amazing - beach tent, Yeti backpack cooler, beach towels, beach chairs, spices, coffee, tea, jugs for cold water, books, games….etc! We would definitely return to this unit if opportunity arises. Loved our stay here!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

14 Jun, 2023

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Excellent Condo Close to Cruz Bay

The property was immaculate and the communication was easy and thorough throughout the process. We very much enjoyed the space and the view is gorgeous. We will definitely rent this unit again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

5 May, 2023

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

Great property

We were lucky enough to find a booking here for a quickly planned trip. The owner and manager were very prompt in responses to us about this space given another booking property was deemed unavailable after we booked our airfare ! This property is as advertised that it’s all recently renovated , everything is absolutely spotless , modern and comfortable. There is an amazing view of Cruz Bay from the patio - we are going to miss having our coffee there !! It’s close enough yo walk to town if you want to - understanding its on the top of the hill 😀. Check in and check out were very clear with great communication with the property manager for all questions. It also includes a parking space if you have a jeep rental. This property is a great base for a vacation exploring St John !

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

18 Mar, 2023

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

Perfect location

This property is in the perfect location to walk to town. The owner thought of everything you might need while on vacation. Very thoughtfully stocked. Second floor would be great for older children who can be trusted on the stairs. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a trip to paradise.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023