Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay - Estate Emmaus

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

St. John, VI

Virgin Islands National Park5 min walk
Cinnamon Bay Beach16 min drive
Trunk Bay18 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)96 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay

Welcome back to Bambooshay, St. John! We are so happy to have Bambooshay again after a long three years since it was lost to Hurricane Irma. Bigger, better and much stronger than before, Bambooshay Villa has all the amenities of a luxury hotel but without the crowds!

This house is more than a vacation rental - it is our home. You will note the exquisite attention to detail we put into every aspect of the new villa when you arrive. We will retire here fully one day but for now we are happy to share it with you!

This two bedroom, two full bath villa is equipped with air conditioning in each bedroom, full sized stainless appliances (refrigerator/freezer, oven, stove, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer), quartz countertops, solid wood cabinets and doors and slate floors. It comes fully stocked with blender, toaster, coffee maker, small food processor, cooking utensils, pots and pans - everything you need to make yourself at home during your stay!

Walk out onto the deck overlooking Coral Bay you and your guests will enjoy soaking in the pool or hot tub, cooking out on the Weber grill or just relaxing with a beverage of your choice while taking in the views.

“Bambooshay” is a Creole word that means “enjoy yourself; have a good time.” Coined during Carnival season in the 1950’s, the word originates from “Bambula,” an old African dance that is carried out today through a unique “second line” dance that is performed to the beat of traditional New Orleans jazz. Revelers during carnival today are often heard yelling out “Bambooshay!” as they partake in the festivities of the season.

In a single word, Bambooshay embodies the spirit and attitude that we have found from the Caribbean to New Orleans, and we truly hope you will enjoy yourself and have a great time on St. John. Bambooshay!

Bambooshay Villa is located on Seagrape Hill in Coral Bay. Turn onto Seagrape Hill Road directly across from the fire station (if you get to Skinny Legs you went too far). Paved all the way up, we are located inside the automatic gate at the first left you can take.

We are ideally located between the best of the north shore beaches and those less travelled on the east end of the island. Your toes can be in the water within 10 minutes drive in either direction!

Book your trip today. St. John awaits you.

Keywords: villa, ocean view, pool, hot tub, upscale, paved, house, water

Property manager

Scott Hayes

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is in a rural area. 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 ecotours.

St. John, VI

What's nearby

Virgin Islands National Park - 5 min walk
Cinnamon Bay - 5 min drive
Maho Beach - 8 min drive
Cinnamon Bay Beach - 16 min drive
Trunk Bay - 18 min drive

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

Lime Out - 18 min drive
Skinny Legs - 3 min walk
The Windmill Bar - 18 min drive
Greengo’s - 23 min drive
Maho Crossroads - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bambooshay , St John - Secluded private villa in Coral Bay located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Emmaus Moravian Church and Virgin Islands National Park. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Hurricane Hole are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Douglas C.

19 February 2024

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

Beautiful mountain view

Peaceful & Private Great quiet location if you want to stay away from the crowds and tourists. Hiking, beaches, and small local family restaurants. Rent your jeep ( a must need) on St Thomas and ferry it over with your food for the week. Tammy, the property mgr. is the best!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

26 January 2024

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

Coral Bay Serenity

Bambooshay villa was the perfect getaway for what we enjoy. Perfectly located. Perched high on a hill with all the privacy one could ask for yet easy access to trails, grocery and restaurants. Located on the quiet end of the island. Views from the deck overlooking the perfectly sized infinity pool are world class. Tammy, the property manager, was the perfect host. Top notch communication and always willing to help with anything needed. Highly recommended.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin G.

23 August 2023

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great stay at Bambooshay! The villa was well decorated and the view was phenomenal! When we were not out and about, we spent hours and hours in the pool, the hot tub and on the deck. Tammy was wonderful to deal with and was so helpful throughout our stay. Great experience - highly recommend!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

11 February 2023

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

Great stay @ Bambooshay!

The property has two well appointed bedrooms and bathrooms with working AC units. The pool/hot tub are small but perfect for a dip. Perfect location <10 min drive to all the major restaurants in Coral Bay (not super walkable due to the steep incline of the drive up). They also have three snorkel sets, a cooler, and four beach chairs to borrow along with many beach towels. Loved staying on this side of the island and would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Sheryl H.

2 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Loved Bambooshay Villa

The house, views, breezes, privacy, and quiet neighborhood exceeded our expectations, but the hot tub was not working properly. The hot tub was a primary reason for booking this villa, so we were quite disappointed that it could not be activated, never got over 95-degrees, and the jets were not working. The pool was unheated and far too cold to be enjoyable. We never did figure out how to control the living/dining room lights (with a remote) without impacting the ceiling light in the bedroom off the kitchen. The property manager, Tammy, was exceptional. She tried to get the hot tub working and treated the water, but it never was clear. She met us at the property and showed us how everything worked, checked in on us via text, took us grocery shopping, and we retained her for a tour of the island. We chose not to rent a vehicle because we were not comfortable driving on the left. It is not feasible to walk up or down Seagrape Hill to catch a bus (unless you are a marathoner), but we found two taxi drivers willing to accommodate us. Keep in mind that fares are per person and ran $15-20 each way, and luggage fees were additional. We would gladly stay at Bambooshay Villa again, IF the hot tub was in working order. We really enjoyed the Coral Bay side of St. John and agreed that having a vehicle is clearly advantageous!

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Scott Hayes

The original Bambooshay only had one bedroom which was fine when it was just the two of us. But we were blessed with a baby girl in 2012 so we decided to add a second bedroom when we rebuilt after the storm. When we can't be here we reside in Dallas, TX. We enjoy sailing, going to the beach, snorkeling and standup paddle boarding.

Why they chose this property

We looked all over the Caribbean and ended up choosing St. John for many reasons: pristine beaches, 2/3 of the island is US National Park (protected from over development), US property rights and contract law. We chose this property for the views and the (rare) flat build - no stairs or steep grades! St. John is a magical place that captured our hearts and we hope to retire here one day soon!