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5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING

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Amazing Sunrise from Your Private Deck at Coral Bayside Studio!
Your Private Staircase Down To Coral Bayside  Studio w/ Motion & Solar Lighting.
First View At Bottom Of The Stairs With View Of The Bay And Double Padded Swing
Private Deck w/ Luxurious Padded Chairs with Ottoman Foot Stools
View From The Other End Of Private Deck Showing Chairs w/ Ottomans & Stone Table

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St. John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
    ‪248 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING

5 ★★★★★ LUXURY AT AN AFFORDABLE PRICE In Coral Bay- the quiet side of St. John. Deluxe private entry studio w/ A/C, king size bed & kitchenette. AUTOMATIC BACK UP GENERATOR. 5 minute walk to restaurants, grocery stores, shopping. 220 degree view of the Bay from your expansive covered deck just 100 ft. above the Bay. Paved road & driveway. Jeep Wrangler & Liberty for rent. Reserved beach space -East End for 1 day during your stay. Room Service Menu Avail. Race, religion, & LGBTQ friendly.(Scroll Down For Further Details)

THE SPACE:
The entrance to Coral Bayside is located down a private, exterior staircase with only 12 steps with a handrail and solar lights. Coral Bayside is located only 100 feet above Coral Bay and your wraparound deck commands incredible 220 degree views of dozens of boats anchored just below you. Your complimentary Welcome Basket includes Two-1 liter bottles of Le Bleu water, coffee, tea, sugar and Splenda, 2% milk or soy. We will provide you with coffee and tea throughout your stay. SEE ROOM SERVICE BELOW.

Please note that the water at Coral Bayside is collected from rainwater that is treated with a dual filtration system then ultra violet light for maximum purification. Unlike most rentals, our water is perfectly safe to drink. We also provide 2 yoga mats should you like to practice during your stay. We can also recommend some awesome massage therapists that will come to the studio for a relaxing massage. (Scroll Down)

BEDROOM:
The studio has a whisper-quiet split air conditioner with remote. Or, for those who prefer a more natural experience, the room has 2 sliding glass doors with screens, 2 screened windows and a ceiling fan. It is furnished with a king size bed with a Deluxe Sealy Posturepedic mattress covered with a pillow soft mattress cover and super soft 500 count Pima cotton sheets and 4 deluxe soft king size down pillows. It also has a 5’ lighted slate and copper waterfall inside the studio that's on a timer so you can fall asleep listening to the gentle sounds of the water fall. For those who like to sleep late, your studio is equipped with light reducing mini blinds. Laundry wash, dry and fold service is available at $20 per load. Guests does not have access to a washer & dryer.
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BATHROOM:
The spacious bathroom has a large walk-in shower with a bay view from the window. Complimentary Shampoo, Conditioner and Artisanal bar soap provided as are 4 sets of ultra-soft bath towels, hand towels and wash cloths. (Scroll Down)

KITCHENETTE:
The kitchenette is equipped with 2 mini fridges with 2 ice trays, microwave, toaster oven, coffee brewer with filter and mugs, electric tea kettle, wine glasses and opener, ceramic plates and bowls, real forks, knives, and spoons for 2, linen–like paper napkins, plastic cups, cutting board with sharp knife, and paper towels/sponge/dish liquid & 2 white kitchen towels.

MEDIA:
There is a swivel wall-mounted 40” Samsung flat screen HD TV with Dish satellite TV includes music channels and Netflix. The laptop work space desk has a dedicated multiple outlet charging station shelf for your devices (Guest must bring their own chargers). High-speed satellite internet services provided at no additional charge. (Login and Password Provided At Check In).

DECK:
Your private wraparound porch is cool and breezy and furnished with large, luxuriously cushioned wicker lounge chairs with matching ottomans and decorative stone table custom-made on St. John with etched map of St. John. For your dining pleasure, a wrought iron bistro table for 2 and cushioned chairs are provided. There is also a table and chairs stored in the closet for indoor dining. You will also find a clothes line with clothes pins and a free standing drying rack to hang your beach towels and swim suits to dry.

BEACH/OUTDOOR GEAR:
We provide a soft-sided shoulder cooler with re-usable frozen ice pack (located in the freezer of your mini fridge), flotation mat and 4 plush oversize beach towels. For those adventurers We provide FREE high-end snorkel gear kits. We also provide a large canvas beach bag to hold all your beach towels and gear.

ROOM SERVICE:
Coral Bayside is unique in that it is the only rental available on St. John where your host, Julie Van Pelt, the executive chef and owner of East West Catering (retired after 22 years in the high end villas of St. John), and offers a room service menu for guests of Coral Bayside when available. Once you've booked with us, we will email you the menu if you wish. Julie features delicious cuisine in the East West style featuring fresh local fish and local, organic produce. Julie is also committed to vegetarians & vegans as well as those who are gluten-free or have food allergies. Enjoy stars and moonlight on your private deck at Coral Bayside with dinner by St. John's premier chef delivered to your door freshly prepared and ready to eat.

TRANSPORTATION
We will arrange for a taxi to pick you up in Cruz Bay and bring you to the property and return you to the ferry dock at the end of your stay. Please see the picture gallery for our incredible vehicles for rent at the best prices on 2 islands, which are meticulously maintained by Jack, who is a master mechanic.


HOUSE RULES & NOTES FOR CORAL BAYSIDE:

- SMOKERS AND VAPERS ARE NOT WELCOME TO BOOK AT CORAL BAYSIDE. Please understand that this does not just mean that you cannot smoke or vape anywhere on the property, inside the studio or in our rental vehicle. If you are smokers or vapers WE WILL CONTACT VRBO AND YOU WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE IMMEDIATELY without warning or notice. Additionally, DO NOT invite any guests to visit you while staying at Coral Bayside studio that are smokers or vapers. We are completely serious about this issue so please be honest with us and look elsewhere for accommodations if you are smokers or vapers. We are committed to keeping our Coral Bayside studio pristine (IT HAS NEVER BEEN SMOKED/VAPED IN) and a nicotine free space for those that enjoy a clean, unpolluted environment.

NO ESSENTIAL OILS, TANNING OR BRONZING CREAMS OF ANY KIND ALLOWED INSIDE THE STUDIO OR IN OUR RENTAL JEEPS.

NO BURNING OF INCENSE IS ALLOWED IN THE UNIT OR ON THE DECK

CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 7 ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE UNIT AS A PLUS ONE TO A SINGLE ADULT OR AS A 3RD PERSON TO 2 ADULTS

- Check–In is 3:00 pm and Check-Out is 10:00 am.

- Please plan to arrive in Coral Bay no later than 8:00 pm. If you are arriving after 8:00 pm, please contact us in advance to make arrangements.

- Please help us conserve water! Everyone on St. John gets all of their water from rainfall collected from the roof in large tanks under the house so we ask that you be conservative with your water usage. Our water, unlike most other rentals, is treated by dual filtration and ultra violet light to kill any bacteria and is perfectly safe to drink.

- Please conserve electricity! Electricity in the Virgin Islands is several times what it costs in the States. Please be mindful of electricity use: turn off all lights, fans, fountains and A/C when not in the studio. Your conservation allows us to offer you such reasonable rates.

- 2 large folding luggage racks are provided in your walk in closet. All luggage must be placed on these racks. Never on dresser, bed or floor.

- Please do not leave any food out in the open either on the deck or in the studio. Place all open, non-refrigerated items in the Ziplock bags provided and any refrigerated items in one of the two mini fridges.

-We provide a microwave and toaster oven in your kitchenette but we do not allow ANY open flame or electric electric cooking devices to be used inside the studio. You may also use our full size gas grill on the main level upon request.

- We provide you with a covered plastic trash bin. Please tie up your trash bags provided and place them in the covered bin making sure the lid is secure. We will dispose of your trash for you when you bring the full bin to the top of your stairs.

- Please hose off all beach and sandy gear at the top of your stairs. There is a hose provided at the top of your stairs for your use to wash your beach chairs, feet and any sandy gear.

- We provide 4 large plush beach towels. Do not take the white bath towels to the beach.

- We urge you to make use of the St. John guide books provided, but please do not take them out onto the beach or on the water with you.

- ABSOLUTELY nothing in toilet but toilet paper. No feminine hygiene products (condoms) or any other paper items or foreign objects. There is no municipal sewage systems here on St. John to flush into. Instead every home has a self contained sewage treatment system. These systems are eco friendly and very sensitive and do not tolerate anything but waste and toilet paper or they will malfunction and back up. Trust us, not something you ever want to experience, and will be very expensive.

- ABSOLUTELY nothing down the bathroom sink as well. Same system as above.

-While you will enjoy total privacy on your own deck your hosts also live in the building so we ask that you be considerate and keep the noise levels down. If you want to get wild and loud please visit one of St. John's nightspots.

Property manager

Julie Van Pelt

Languages

English, French, Norwegian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 53498345345HL

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located by the ocean, this apartment is in Lower Carolina, a neighbourhood in St. John. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon 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 kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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St. John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Trunk Bay - 20 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Star Affordable Luxury Studio w/Jeep Rental Avail. NON-SMOKING/NON-VAPING located?

Located in Lower Carolina, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Johnson Bay. Ajax Peak and Waterlemon Cay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 138 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristin R.

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

Coral Bay Escape

This studio was the perfect place for my husband and I to escape to the warm and sunny days on St. John. Thanks to the location, we could access all parts of the island easily. The hosts offered all the amenities we needed for our tropical vacation: snorkel equipment, beach chairs, beach towels, cooler, and beach bag. We enjoyed the AC overnight but the best place to be was the long porch overlooking Coral Harbor. Finally, Julie's meals were delicious, and her suggestions and guidebook were so helpful in our decisions on where to visit. We dream of returning soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alfred L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, great value

Lovely spot, very nice unit, immaculately clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

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

Clean and Comfortable over Coral Bay

Thanks Jack & Julie for once again hosting a delightful and relaxing stay in a most peaceful setting. Alway appreciate your attention to detail and recommendations of what not to miss on St. John. You are the perfect host for a perfect vacation. Until we return, peace & love. Tom&CathyPS Hi to Ricky
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luanne E.

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

St John - Coral Bay

Jack and Julie are excellent hosts. They are very organized and informative. THey arranged taxi transportation for us on the day we arrived and for the day we left. We were able to rent a Jeep from them for our stay.Julie has great tips ideas and directions for everything on the island. Julie is a great chef and we had an awesome dinner one night that we were there.. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Coral Bay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Beautiful Bay View and Location

Jack and Julie's place was perfect for us. Coral Bay is located on the quieter side of the island. The large patio looks out over the bay - the view is stunning! We had everything we needed in our unit; beach towels, snorkeling equipment, beach chairs, cooler, etc. The unit was spotless and comfortable. Even though Coral Bay is quiet, there are some great places to eat there, as well as grocery stores, so we didn't have to travel to the other side of the island if we didn't want to travel. And Lime Out, the floating taco bar is in Coral Bay, so that made it easy to visit. We rented a jeep from Jack. He is a mechanic so the jeep ran great, and if there would have been a problem, which there wasn't, he is available to take care of it. All of the beautiful beaches are close by. Jack and Julie live in the unit above, so they are available, if needed, but the unit is so well built that we never heard them above us. They also arranged taxi pick up for us when we arrived on the ferry and at the house when it was our day to leave. We loved our stay here, and when we return, we won't consider staying anywhere besides Jack and Julie's place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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Another amazing stay with Julie and Jack!

Cannot beat the views of Coral Bay from the porch! We enjoy staying on the quiet side of the island close to so many wonderful beaches and surrounded by nature! Hosts are great! Julie’s meals are fantastic and Jack’s Jeep rental can’t be beat! Thanks again for everything!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

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

Perfect Honeymoon Destination!

My husband and I booked Jack and Julie’s studio apartment based on a recommendation from some friends that stayed for their honeymoon. It did not disappoint! Jack and Julie are the sweetest people. Read Julie’s guide when you get all settled in. It helped us out tremendously. We carried it everywhere with us. The studio was cozy and had everything we needed. Julie even brought us fresh baked chocolate chip and walnut cookies just because it was a rainy afternoon. The location of the studio is perfect. 10 mins to most beaches. We will recommend this place to anyone who ask and will definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

The Perfect Stay

This was our 7th trip to St John, the last four with Julie and Jack, who were the perfect hosts in every way. The location of this super comfortable studio is ideal for those like us who prefer the feel of a home away from home, it is within comfortable driving distance of the eastern, southern, and north shore beaches. The view from the large deck is over Coral Bay and beyond. Everything about the studio was great!! The mattress was exceptional, as were the air conditioning and shower. There are two small refrigerators which hold plenty of food over the course of the stay. And Julie’s cooking is literally as good as anywhere we have ever eaten. The jeep we rented from Jack was super comfy. We were so happy we booked a followup stay for next year towards the end of our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clayton W.

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

The place to be on St John

To Julie & Jack, Thank you so much for providing such a beautiful and welcoming space for our 10-year anniversary stay. We felt at home from the moment we arrived and truly appreciated all the thoughtful touches. The views were breathtaking, and the peaceful atmosphere was exactly what we needed to unwind. Julie's meals were a highlight—each dish was delicious, and we loved the variety, especially the mango coconut bread! Renting the Jeep from Jack was perfect for exploring the island's beaches. Despite our arrival alongside Tropical Storm Ernesto, which turned into a Cat-1 Hurricane, we made the most of our time and appreciated Jack taking us for a quick food shopping trip before the storm. Julie's warm meal the following day was much appreciated. The local insights and tips you provided were incredibly useful. We visited several beaches and loved snorkeling at Salt Pond, Haulover, Maho, Cinnamon, Francis, and Waterlemon Bay, where we saw over six sea turtles! Even on our last rainy day, we enjoyed the beautiful scenery of Coral Bay and took the opportunity to relax. We highly recommend Brittany from Crandall Massage—she was fantastic. We hope to return someday to create even more memories and know exactly where we want to stay! With much gratitude, Rachel & Clayton PS. Sunscreen, UV clothes, and hats are essential. PPS. Bug spray is a must—no-see-ums will bite! PPPS. Keep LEFT & watch out for goats and donkeys.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

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Look No Further for Your Island Retreat!

This property was an absolute dream!!! The views, the private deck/porch, Julie and Jack’s helpful hints, it was PERFECT! This was our first time to St. John and it couldn’t have gone any better! Jack and Julie have thought of everything to make this stay a true vacation! We ordered the prawn dinner and Coral Bay salad with shrimp(for lunch the following day)—both were amazing! It is helpful to do the jeep rental to get to the property and to all the beaches. Everything is in close proximity to this property. We got comfortable pretty quickly driving in St.John and also getting to the property (a little bit of an incline but not bad.) Thanks Jack and Julie!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie S.

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

Place was really nice we a great host.

The only suggestion I would have is for a week long stay there should be ample amount of bathing towels, as I arrived home with the worst bladder infection which I never get. I’m sure it’s from using dirty washcloths to clean areas that should be washed with clean towels. Four large and four small were provided for two adults for an entire week. Not use to reusing washcloths. Over all our stay was really nice with wonderful just.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Island hospitality at its finest.

This Coral Bay studio is in a great location that is easy to get to. The view of the bay and east end of the island is stunning. The studio room, bathroom, closet, and porch are spacious and comfortable. Jack and Julie are knowledgable, responsive, enthusiastic and gracious hosts. They certainly have thought of everything. It is evident that their goal is to help you enjoy your stay and make the most of your time on St. John whether that involves adventure or relaxation. We encourage those who plan to stay to take advantage of Julie's culinary skills and pre-order some of her tasty mango-coconut bread and gourmet dinners that are catered to your porch. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINA K.

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

Everything you need for a great vacation

We rented this studio and the Jeep Wrangler from Jack and Julie. Three words, attention to details! Julie provided so many beach/hiking necessities and that made our visit so stress-free and helpful! It was wonderful not to have to pack the beach bag, towels, coolers, etc! We met people at the beach staying at the Westin and they were laying on towels on the beach, while we had nice chairs and coolers to pack lunch and snacks in! The studio was absolutely perfect for my husband and I! We thoroughly enjoyed swinging on the porch swing while looking over Coral Bay! My husband and I have said repeatedly that this vacation was so relaxing! We ordered Lobster Spaghettini from Julie's room service. It was so delicious! Best meal we had while on St John! Jack was so helpful with providing tips on how to navigate driving on left side of the road, what to do when it rains and steep hills are slick, how to drive with the locals, etc. Priceless tips that helped make our vacation perfect! They truly want their guests to get the most out of their stay and we did! Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe W.

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

Kicking off retirement

The property is beautiful sits on a hillside overlooking the harbor that is your view from your porch proximity to many beaches local restaurants and grocery stores all make for a stress free week definitely recommend !
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

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

Coral bay

Thoroughly enjoyed the stay Julie and Jack gave us the information we needed, we had to fill in the blanks where to go and have fun. Recommend anyone venture out see them won’t be disappointed
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doreen G.

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

Studio with tons of perks.

Everything we were looking for clean, friendly and the view was amazing. Having coffee on the swing listening to nature and planning our day using all the information Jack and Julie left in your studio to read. Enjoyed the quiet side of the island and spent most of our days exploring the east side. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy K., Kempton, PA, USA

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

Great location and hosts!

This was our second stay at Coral Bayside. Julie & Jack are wonderful hosts. They respect your privacy, but are available for any questions you may have. They know the island well and can make recommendations for snorkeling and eateries. Julie is also a fantastic chef and will prepare dinner for you with advance notice (additional charge). The unit is perfect for two people with a very nice porch to watch the sunrise over the harbor. We enjoyed the wild goats that wandered onto the property daily and several varieties of tropical birds. Don’t hesitate to stay here. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda D., North Ridgeville Ohio USA

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

Perfect

This studio is perfect in every way for two. Clean, great location, easy access, everything provided. Julie's bread was wonderful and huge! Better yet, the grouper almondine was the best we ever had, very unique. The jeep was great. Julie and Jack are very knowledgeable and readily share great tips. Both are readily available for any issues. Great value on Coral Bay!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mona W.

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

Relaxing stay

Julie and Jack are great at communicating and responding. We rented a jeep from them and it was very convenient to have a taxi pick us up and bring us to the property. If you have the opportunity schedule a couple of meals by Julie. We had the roasted chicken with mashed potatoes and the Lobster Spaghettini. Both were amazing! We loved the relaxing starts to our days by enjoying coffee on the deck, watching the sun come up and listening to the wildlife. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

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

Paradise on St. John

Coral Bayside studio was a perfect place to stay-very comfortable, everything you might need, plus a wonderful porch with comfy chairs and a swing. Having the jeep is totally worth it, to get to all the beautiful beaches and trails on the island. When we return to St John, this is where we will stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda W., Quakertown, PA

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

Third time—a charm!!

Our third visit to Jack and Julie’s Coral Bayside enchanted us just as much as our first two stays. We enjoyed Jack’s greeting of “ Welcome home!”and we felt comfortable and settled from the first step inside our immaculate and cool studio. When considering a trip to St. John and Coral Bay, this is the ideal spot for 2 people. The Jeep on-site rental, Julie’s room service, the view of Coral Bay from the porch swing, the access to all beaches, Skinny Legs, Johnny Lime, charter rental—Don’t hesitate! Book it now!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doris S.

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

Good

Great ckean quiet very helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

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All of the other 5 star reviews say it & it didn’t disappoint!

Jack & Julie provided an exceptional studio & experience! We enjoyed staying on the quieter Coral Bay side much more than we would have the Cruz Bay side. The studio was exceptionally clean, incredibly comfortable & had everything you could possibly need on your trip. We were very thankful for Julie’s itinerary & map to use as reference. The communication with Julie our day of arrival was great & the Jeep rental was definitely the way to go! We enjoyed one of Julie’s meals very much. And the sunrises from either bed or the porch were stunning! Couldn’t have had a better VRBO experience!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Very comfortable.

The unit comes with everything you need and it is in great working order. The hosts are available to make sure you are comfortable and taken care of.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric D.

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

Our third stay at this property

We stayed with Julie and Jack for the 3rd time in 4 years. Julie’s cooking is exceptional, priced fairly, and wonderfully convenient - you are given a choice of dinner time servings so there is no waiting - we did our daily outings to the beaches and knew after coming “home” and showering we’d have a lovely meal ready. Jack’s jeep rental was again superb. Better rates than you can get through a rental agency and perfectly convenient - the jeep was in their driveway when we arrived, and we simply gave Jack the key upon our departure. The island was relatively quiet, which we like, as is typical in October. The weather was nearly perfect. The first five full days were 99% sunny. If you’d like to stay on the side of the island that is closer to the less traveled beaches, Coral Bay is the ideal spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Julie Van Pelt

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My wife and I are both originally from Southern California and grew up about 60 miles apart. It wasn't until we both moved to the British Virgin Islands that we actually met and fell in love. We were married in 2000 in Lake Tahoe, CA. and have no children, only one very special dog named Makai, a very loving Hungarian Vizsla that lives with us here on the property and is 3 years old. We're both very outgoing and have and would like to share our amazing island with you.

Julie spent her high school senior year studying in Norway and then went on to UCLA where she studied political science and was granted a scholarship to attend Nanjing University in China where she learned to speak Mandarin. She also speaks French, Spanish and Norwegian.

She is a professional chef (retired) and had one of the most successful upscale catering companies, East West Catering, that provides private chef services to the high end vacation villas here on St. John for 22 years. As a special offering, she is also offering a room service menu for those that would like to have a gourmet meal delivered to your private deck ready to enjoy for that romantic outdoor dining experience overlooking the moonlit bay. I am a master mechanic and take care of our rental vehicles as well as a chase call service for almost all the the St. Thomas Rental Car Companies that need service for their rental cars on St. John. Jack and Julie

Why they chose this property

Unlike most other accommodations , our Coral Bayside studio is actually on the side of the bay and lives up to it's name. Located only 300 feet from and 100 feet above the bay you can't get much closer to the water's edge. Every place has a view of the bay from afar but you won't find anything like this. Our studio truly lives up to it's claim of 5 star luxury at an affordable price.

What makes this property unique

We have what I call the Million Dollar View. It's not on the water but it is as close as you can get. Only 100 feet above and just across the road from the water's edge overlooking more than 100 boats at anchor.

Also, unlike most accommodations, we actually have pure filtered rain water that is perfectly safe to drink right from the faucet. No need to buy bottled water. Our water is dual charcoal filtered and then treated with ultra violet light to kill any and all bacteria or micro organisms. With our 25 years living here on St. John we can provide a wealth of inside information about our favorite, secluded and secret beach and snorkeling locations. Julie is an avid hiker so she can give you some ideas and suggestions to help you find just the right hiking trail to suit your needs. There is also a very informative hiking trail guide in your information binder.

We also have an in house Jeep rental so save you the hassles and time to rent, pick and return a rental car. For a nominal charge will arrange a taxi to pick you at the ferry dock on your arrival and bring you back to Coral Bayside and on your departure day we deliver you back to the ferry dock in time to catch your flight back home.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Norwegian