Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches!

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An infinity pool with blue umbrellas, white lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a checkered floor, a chandelier, and a sofa with a floral vase.
A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, white columns, and a view to the outside.
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a table with chairs, and a window with shutters.
A bedroom with a view of the ocean, a ceiling fan, and a bed with a white bedspread.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Botany Bay

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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St Thomas, St Thomas
  • Place, Botany Bay
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Magens Bay Beach
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Sapphire Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Blue Room

1 King Bed

The Green Room

1 King Bed

The Pink Room

1 King Bed

The Yellow Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Main Floor Powder Bath

Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Pool Pavilion Powder Bath

Toilet

The Blue Room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

The Green Room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

The Pink Room Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Yellow Room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

St. Thomas

Located in St. Thomas, this villa is on the waterfront. Blackbeard's Castle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Sapphire Beach. Reichhold Center for the Arts and Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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St Thomas, St Thomas

What's nearby

  • Botany Bay - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Magens Bay Beach - 29 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Bolongo Bay - 31 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Sapphire Beach - 39 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Coki Point Beach - 40 min drive - 30.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoke Up Fusion BBQ - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Broken Plate - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Big Cock Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bonita's Cantina - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Zanzibar - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barefoote Estate at Botany Bay, 10 minute walk to 2 fabulous beaches! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Mermaids Chair and Botany Bay. Santa Maria Bay and University of Virgin Islands are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great ocean views in a gated community

Family of 11 totally enjoyed the house, pool, grounds and ocean beaches
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2022
Dale, thank you for the 5 star review - we are so happy you enjoyed BareFoote Estate and the beaches at The Preserve at Botany Bay. Thank you for taking such care of the house - we hope to welcome you back in the future! Lauren
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and service

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The property was very clean and well maintained. The views are to die for, absolutely outstanding! Add in that Lauren, the concierge, was both prompt and super helpful....we had an awesome week and would highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2022
Mark, thank you for the wonderful review! It was our pleasure having you and your family and we appreciate your regard for the house. We would love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property, Quiet Location

Beautiful, well equipped property with a great view overlooking the sea to the west. We used the house for a management retreat for our small business. The house was spacious with nice, private rooms/baths for all guests. Well equipped kitchen allow for us to do group meals for all with ease. Wonderful pool are for relaxing. Host was responsive when we had questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan, 2025
Thank you for the wonderful review Steve and we are glad BareFoote worked out great for your business retreat! What a way to spend time with colleagues! Thank you for taking care of the Villa, you're welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely amazing!

Barefoote Estate is the epitome of a luxury vacation home. The house overlooks and incredible cliff on the west side of St Thomas. Driving up to the estate through all of the palm trees give you a taste of the magnificent home. Once you enter the property you are awe struck by the incredible views, the sea breeze and the sunset. Wow! The sunset! Lauren was the perfect host. She handled all arrangements for us so our vacation was truly a vacation and we did not have to worry about anything. I highly, highly recommend this property. Kitchen was very well appointed, bedrooms were extremely comfortable and bathrooms had everything we needed. Only regret is we couldn't stay longer.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2022
Keith, sorry for the delayed response! It certainly was a pleasure having you at BareFoote Estate! Those sunsets, you are right - indescribable! You treated BareFoote Estate as if it were your own and for that we are greatly appreciative! Please consider visiting with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic vacation

This property is exactly as described- beautiful home and phenomenal views. We had a family of 10 and there was enough space for everyone. Each room had individual AC and everything we needed. The kitchen was equipped for anything we needed to cook. With surround sound from the patio to the infinity pool, we were able to enjoy sun and shade. The iguanas came out for the sun showers. We walked to Mermaid’s Chair and Sandy Bay. The house has a full book shelf of good reads. Thank you, Lauren- the best house concierge. You helped us navigate the island, car rental, boat charter, taxi and dining ideas. You made our trip better than we planned. Can’t wait to come back. (Sue)
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun, 2022
Sue, thank you so much for the amazing feedback and 5 star review!! We are so glad you had such a wonderful time and it was a joy to work with you to help plan your vacation. Your generosity is much appreciated and we hope we can welcome you back again!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise Found

Barefoote Estate is a magnificent property overlooking the water, with sunrise and sunset views. The house is elegant, beautifully landscaped, and exceptionally well equipped with everything from beach chairs and umbrellas to pool floats. We used the outdoor BBQ almost every night and ate on the outdoor patio, enjoying the warm ocean breeze. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need, even a blender for mixing Pain Killers and Pina Coladas. The secluded sandy beaches within the Botany Bay Preserve are among the most beautiful in the world and we had them almost completely to ourselves. The property manager, Lauren, responded immediately to our every need and sent a concierge to meet us at the airport. Communication was exceptional and exceeded our expectations. This is truly a 5 star property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Dec, 2022
Peter, thank you so much for the glowing 5 star review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay at BareFoote Estate! How wonderful you were able to enjoy Pain Killers and Pina Coladas on the deck and take in those amazing views! It was a pleasure hosting you and we thank you for taking such good care of the house. Please let me know if you would like to visit again! Have a Happy New Year! Lauren
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break 2024

Barefoot Estate was amazing. The house was gorgeous and extremely well stocked. The two beaches around the house were secluded and within a 10 minute walk or 5 minute drive. The times we were down there we were the only patrons on the beach. Overall the experience was amazing. The only "negative" thing I can say is the property is extremely secluded. For us that wasn't a problem but just be prepared to drive 25-30 minutes for restaurants and shopping. There is a great new small market at the front of the neighborhood that had food, beer, snacks etc and the owner was extremely helpful. He is going to start carrying produce and meats soon which would be awesome. In addition there is a new hotel opening witnin the development that is going to have a couple restaurants. Once those are open I would say this location can't be beat. Overall we had an amazing time and will 100% be back soon.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely perfect!

We had a multi-generational family gathering at the property for a week and can’t say enough great things. What a special property. Service/check-in: Seamless. Host always available with a quick reply. We had one very minor issue with the house during our stay. I wouldn’t have even mentioned but to say that it was handled immediately. Property: Heaven. Pool was amazing. Sitting out on the patio during day and evenings was our primary hang out place. Amazing water views and sunsets. Outdoor kitchen was a hit. Stargazing at night. House: All the rooms and bathrooms were great. Kitchen had everything you could need. Able to open up all the doors and get a nice breeze. Or could close windows and turn on A/C. House had really everything you could need for a week stay. Location: Very easy to get into town. But we really only left to go get food. Sandy Bay beach (2 min drive away) was a perfect beach for kids and adults. Soft sand, clear water. As you can hopefully tell, we really enjoyed our time here and would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan, 2023
Justin, Thank you for the 5 star review, it’s great to hear you had such a wonderful time at BareFoote Estate! Those verandas are amazing and the sunsets and stargazing cannot be beat! We really strive to ensure our guests have a great vacation and are very happy you had such a wonderful time! You are certainly welcome back anytime!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Working AC would have been nice at any time over nine nights

Barefoote Estate should have been a great place to stay, the outside of the house is beautiful. The inside of the house is a very different matter. Unfortunately, during our nine-night stay, the AC only consistently worked in 2 of the 5 bedrooms (green/blue rooms) and never in the room with the TV or in the kitchen. Showering in the master bath was awful- there was never AC in there to begin with. With daily temperatures in the upper 80's with high humidity, this ongoing problem made being in the house/trying to sleep miserable for everyone. On our first night when we reported the AC issue to Lauren the “concierge”, we were asked 4 times in less than 30-minutes if we had all the doors/windows closed (we already had done this before being asked the 1st time). When we let Lauren know how uncomfortable she was making us feel by asking the same thing so many times, she said she was “just making sure” they were closed. On our first night, it was 85 degrees in the kitchen and 80 in the other rooms. Cooking was impossible in the heat. We were 30 minutes from any food and going out for it meant traveling roads poorly lit and not in great condition. We ended up having to go get pizza, not what we had planned for our first dinner in the home. We all had little to no sleep that night and this remained true for the remainder of our stay. After replacing a breaker the next day did not fix the problem, we were given multiple excuses for why the AC did not work for the next eight days without the problem being resolved. It was beyond hot in the house- typically close to 80 degrees in the kitchen, in the three bedrooms, and in the room with the tv. When you pay a great deal to stay somewhere, this should never had been an issue for one, let alone nine nights. We still question why we had to pay the full amount when Barefoote Estate clearly failed to provide the amenities described in its VRBO listing. As well, no one even apologized for the poor conditions we experienced at the house. We were so disappointed in this rental, with Lauren the “concierge”, and would never consider staying at Barefoote Estate again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul, 2022
Thank you for your appreciation for the beautiful BareFoote Estate, a lovey home inspired by West-Indian style architecture. We do send friendly reminders to our guests that there are two sets of exterior doors throughout the house, the first being a set of wooden jalousie screen doors and second set of outer glass exterior doors. The AC contractor was sent to the villa promptly after your requests and when he left the thermostats and units were all working and cooling properly. We have had no complaints about the AC from prior guests, the guests that came in right behind you did not have any complaints, and guests weeks later have not made any complaints. It is clear in the VRBO listing that BareFoote Estate is situated in The Preserve at Botany Bay, a private pristine community located on the West End of St. Thomas. Charlotte Amalie is a 12-15 minute drive. We offer full concierge services to include provisioning and recommending restaurants, it is unfortunate that you did not take advantage of this opportunity. VRBO offered to cancel your reservation at BareFoote Estate and relocate you, you refused their offer - this is why you had to pay the full amount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring Break with family

The Barefoote Villa was fantastic. Beautiful property, private, great well-kept grounds, and architecture.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May, 2022
Bob, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciate the details we have put into creating a private luxurious escape! Thank you for your 5-star rating!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Divine house

We were so pleased with our stay at Barefoote. The house is absolutely beautiful, the beds are super comfortable. The decor and antiques was stunning. The home was furnished with every need imaginable. Enjoyed seeing the deer in mornings drinking from the sprinkler system! Relaxing on the balcony in the morning and evenings. The garden is beautifully landscaped and so colorful. Glad we brought our binoculars to watch boats in the sea and jets in the sky. Thank you so much for allowing us to have an unforgettable experience
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2022
Dear Lyn, we are delighted you and your family had a wonderful time at BareFoote and we appreciate the 5-star review! The balcony is our favorite place to enjoy the sea and sky also! Thank you for choosing our home, we would love for you to visit again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May, 2025
Thanks for the 5 star review, Brian! Please touch base when you want to return! We are happy to welcome you back!
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