This property was absolutely perfect! The location in Coral Bay is ideal- it offers all of the necessities and is central to all parts of the island. It is also a world away from any hint of traffic or crowds. Coral Bay is "our spot" now, and this property will be our first choice in the future. It is newly constructed, well built and very tastefully decorated. Details like local books, interesting knickknacks, a monopoly board and even a little bluetooth speaker goes to show that the hosts are truly considerate to their guests and we felt comfortable and genuinely welcome from the start. Even the booking process and arrival arrangements were well planned and simple.
For those considering to book here- the description and photos on the listing are spot on. It is exactly as they present it. The unit was very clean, everything works, everything is new and of good quality (like linens, kitchen supplies, towels, etc). The air conditioner cools the entire house on a hot day. The wifi works well if you need it. The view is lovely, with water in two directions, ruins on a nearby hill and the town of Coral Bay laid out in front of you.
For those who have already booked- The markets in Coral Bay are clean and good quality. There is really no need to stock up on food before arriving. There is however no gas station in Coral Bay, so be sure to fill up on the way out. We arrived with just under half a tank and figured that would be plenty considering the short distances involved. This was a bad assumption as the hills really eat up the fuel. We ended up having to go back over to Cruz Bay two days later to fill up, which is a bit of a hike if you're not otherwise planning the trip.
We travel a lot and are always skeptical- if this cottage looks good for you, it will be. Enjoy!