Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.
Fiddlewood Cottage is an affordable breezy, private, one bedroom (with AC), fully equipped, home on the undeveloped, quiet side of St. John. Nestled within the Virgin Islands National Park. Its location is short distances from the end of the bus line at Saltpond Bay entrance, with walking distance to Grootpan, Kiddle, and Lameshure beaches. Mature gardens, and large shade trees surround the cottage. A peace filled sanctuary where all creatures find comfort, except mosquitoes!!! 8 minute drive to Coral Bay for groceries, shopping and restaurants.
A VERY well equipped cottage comes with all amenities including: Dish soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, all kitchen supplies, bath & beach towels, beach chairs, swim fins (masks not provided), outdoor gas grill, full size kitchen and drinking water is separately filtered at the kitchen sink. In addition to the great breezes, there are ceiling fans in every room with AC in the bedroom only.
SW deck with 2 lounge chairs for shaded morning coffee, sunset views to Grootpan Bay with the distant sounds of crashing waves & star filled skies devoid of light pollution. Dining inside on porch and outside in the garden. A perfect place for retreats, honeymoons & nature filled getaways. The light is always changing, magic and a plein air painters dream!
Fiddlewood's bedroom has a queen size bed, a queen pull out couch in the living room plus a single sleeping settee on the screened in porch overlooking Mandahl Pond's amazing bird life. Off road parking right to the front door. Dining on both the front and back decks.
There’s an additional 10’x10’ tent on a platform below Fiddlewood. Sleeps 2 on twin beds that converts into a king if needed. Has a fan, lights, and 2 side tables. There’s a short, lite path down to it. Additional costs apply.
WIFI provided and cell phone works best using WIFI mode. Breezy with living room that opens to screened in porch above Mandahl Pond for lounging, great bird watching, sunsets over Grootpan Bay.
Many books in the library highlighting local flora, fauna and sea creatures as well as an eclectic array of other interests. Hiking maps and board games too.
I have my quiet frequency practice in an adjacent cottage. Both space have separate entrances so privacy is maintained.
Affordable, quiet, peaceful, comfortable, unpretentious living in the Caribbean is what we offer to the traveler who wants to get away far, far from the maddening crowds.
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“Secluded Romantic Villa with Private Pool—Nestled in Lush National Park Beauty”
“Secluded Romantic Villa with Private Pool—Nestled in Lush National Park Beauty”
Eventos permitidos: reuniões de família, festas de aniversário e casamentos
$200 Event fee. Extra tables, coolers available.
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Animais de estimação
Aceita animais de estimação: até 23 kg cada um (máximo de 1 animal de estimação)
With a $200 damage deposit. And $25/day per pet.
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Política para fumantes
É permitido fumar em áreas específicas
Outside only.
When using sprayed personal body products: sunscreen, body oil, bug spray, etc. please apply outside only.
Body products that stain linens & towels will cost $75 Sheets, $4 Washcloth, $6 Hand Towel, $8 Bath, $25 Beach &will be deducted from Damage Deposit.
Lost beach chairs, fins, $45 will be deducted from Damage Deposit.
Informações importantes
O que você precisa saber
Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
Solicitações especiais estão sujeitas à disponibilidade no momento do check-in e podem incorrer em taxas adicionais. Essas solicitações não estão garantidas.
Festas e eventos, como reuniões de família, festas de aniversário e casamentos, com até 20 convidados são permitidos no local
Nota do anfitrião: $200 Event fee. Extra tables, coolers available.
Aceita-se aluguéis de longa duração
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade não tem detectores de monóxido de carbono, mas tem aparelhos a gás. Leve um detector portátil com você na viagem.
O anfitrião informou que a propriedade tem detector de fumaça.
Os recursos de segurança disponíveis na propriedade incluem extintor de incêndio e kit de primeiros socorros.
Esta propriedade tem espaços externos, como sacadas, pátios ou terraços, que podem não ser adequados para crianças; se tiver alguma preocupação, recomendamos entrar em contato com a propriedade antes da chegada para confirmar se é possível acomodar você em um quarto adequado
Informações a área
St. John
Com excelente localização em St. John, esta casa de campo fica na zona rural e na orla marítima. A diversão está garantida em Tortola Cruise Ship Port e tamb ém em áreas repletas de beleza natural, como Parque Nacional das Ilhas Virgens e Trunk Bay. Divirta-se com atividades aquáticas nas proximidades, como passeios de caiaque e mergulho autônomo ou aventure-se com passeios ecológicos e alpinismo.
Parque Nacional das Ilhas Virgens - 1 min de caminhada - 0.0 km
Kiddel Bay - 3 min de caminhada - 0.3 km
Saltpond Bay - 13 min de caminhada - 1.2 km
Saltpond Bay Beach - 15 min de caminhada - 1.3 km
Little Lameshur Bay - 2 min de carro - 2.1 km
Opções nos arredores
St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 100 min de carro
Restaurantes
Shambles - 24 min de carro
Maho Crossroads - 15 min de carro
Skinny Legs - 8 min de carro
Paddle-In Tiki Bar - 15 min de carro
Greengo’s - 30 min de carro
Perguntas frequentes
Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views. é ideal para quem viaja com animais de estimação?
Sim, esta propriedade permite animais de estimação (limite de 1 no total) com peso máximo de 23 kg por animal. Pode haver algumas restrições. Entre em contato com a propriedade para saber mais.
Quanto custa ficar em Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.?
A partir de 31 de mar. de 2026, os preços encontrados para uma estadia de 1 diária para 2 adultos em Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views. em 15 de mai. de 2026 começam a partir de R$ 1.650, excluídos impostos e taxas. Este preço está baseado no valor mais baixo para uma diária encontrado nas últimas 24 horas para estadias nos próximos 30 dias. Os preços estão sujeitos a alteração. Escolha as datas da viagem para ver preços com maior precisão.
Quanto custa o estacionamento em Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.?
Estacionamento no local disponível na propriedade.
Qual é o horário de check-in em Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.?
Horário de início do check-in: 16h.
Qual é o horário de check-out em Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.?
Horário de check-out: 9h.
Onde fica Affordable Coral Bay Sanctuary. Quiet, walk to park beaches, sea & pond views.?
Na orla marítima, esta casa de campo fica a 15 minutos a pé de Monumento nacional de recifes de coral das Ilhas Virgens e Parque Nacional das Ilhas Virgens. Saltpond Bay e Saltpond Bay Beach também ficam a 15 minutos.
Avaliações
10
Extraordinária
A menos que indicado de outra maneira, as avaliações aparecem em ordem cronológica, estão sujeitas a um processo de moderação e são verificadas.
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Had a fantastic view of the ocean, salt pond and flamingos from the house. Very quiet, peaceful location. Mary had provided great information before the trip, was quickly responsive to any questions and greeted us at check in. The place was perfect for our needs.
Helen O.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em mar. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 9 de mar. de 2026
Thank you for being great guests and an accurate review!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Barbara E.
11 de fev. de 2026
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
The host was wonderful. The home was clean and comfortable.
Barbara E.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em fev. de 2026
Resposta de VrboOwner em 11 de fev. de 2026
Thanks Barbara, we do our best to insure your comforts!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
William C.
7 de abr. de 2025
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Cottage
Awesome
William C.
Hospedou-se por 28 diárias em mar. de 2025
Resposta de VrboOwner em 7 de abr. de 2025
A man of few words…..And he’s spot on!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Brian O.
30 de nov. de 2018
It was perfect
It was a quiet, relaxing, all natural place. The best of what real St. John is.
Brian O.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em nov.. de 2018
Resposta de VrboOwner em 28 de mar. de 2020
In deep appreciation for the respect and understanding you and your family have for the natural world. It is OUR JOY to have shared this special little spot on St. John with you. Oh, and thanks for the heartfelt refrigerator poetry, green butts and all!
Peace on Earth, Les & Mary
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Mary H.
19 de jan. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Beautiful spot!
We loved our vacation in this beautiful cottage! The location was perfect for easy access to hiking and snorkeling/swimming. Many national park trails are walking distance from the house, as are several snorkeling sites. We greatly enjoyed snorkeling in Groopan and Kiddle Bays, close to the cottage, and exploring the park trails. The cottage was very well outfitted, and the garden and views are inspiring! Thank you Mary for the perfect vacation!
Mary H.
Hospedou-se por 12 diárias em jan. de 2023
Resposta de VrboOwner em 20 de jan. de 2023
No finer compliment than being inspired by the gifts Mother Nature surrounds us with. Thank you for taking good care of our little cottage and enjoying all the peace and quiet our little sanctuary offers.
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Eva G.
19 de dez. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Beautiful private cottage
This is a lovely cottage in a private spot on the quiet side of St. John. It is very well equipped and comfortable. You get a view of the pond and the bay, enjoy the breezes, and relax! Mary is a superb host. She has thought of everything to make your stay the very best. There are beach chairs, a tent, flippers for snorkeling, etc. etc. Books and games for indoor entertainment. One caution- make sure to rent a Jeep so you can get in the final road to the cottage.
Eva G.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em dez. de 2024
Resposta de VrboOwner em 19 de dez. de 2024
Eva & Ben are what all hosts hope for. Great communicators, clean and conscientious. The best part is they love Mom Nature and walk lightly upon her. Looking forward to their return!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Pearl C.
20 de jul. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Oh St. John. Our home away from home!
Mary was a wonderful host. She was in constant communication- before, during and after our stay.
Always available, and checked in during the frequent power outages that have been occurring throughout STT and STJ.
Mary's house is cozy with a wonderful view and fully stocked with all the amenities.
Thank you for the warm welcome and stay, Mary!
Pearl C.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em jul. de 2024
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Neal S.
9 de mar. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
A colorful West Indies feel
The flora and fauna (bird sanctuary) here surround a quaintly-decorated cottage, giving one a true feel for the West Indies. Tucked away from the bustling tourism one finds on the opposite end of St.John, this place is a peaceful retreat, with everything a family needs for a fun vacation. Salt Pond Bay and Little Laneshur Bay are closeby, and we found then to be great beaches with awesome snorkeling.
Neal S.
Hospedou-se por 8 diárias em mar. de 2023
Resposta de VrboOwner em 11 de mar. de 2023
Absolutely wonderful guests and would host them again in a heartbeat! I made a mistake in my cleanliness rating. They get 10 Stars!! To see guests get out everyday snorkeling and enjoying all parts of the island gives me more pleasure than anything else. Don’t hesitate to have them stay. Top notch guests!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Viajante verificado
6 de jul. de 2021
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Relaxing week in paradise
Fiddlewood cottage was the perfect spot for the relaxing, quiet week on St John my husband and I were craving. The location, just past Salt Pond, minutes to Lamshure, is away from all the crowds in Cruz Bay, but close enough to Coral Bay to easily get to the market, restaurants, and from there North Shore beaches. The cottage itself is adorable, squeaky clean, and cozy. The decks are perfect for dining, relaxing, and stargazing away from the town lights. We will definitely be returning!
Viajante verificado
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em jun. de 2021
Resposta de VrboOwner em 21 de jul. de 2021
We’re so glad that you were able to get the R&R you needed from the hustle bustle.
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Susan M.
29 de mar. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Wonderful Fiddlewood Cottage
My travel partner and I stayed for 12 days at this artfully decorated, immaculate, and well equipped cottage. The kitchen had any spice, bowl, and pan we would ever need. The beds were comfy with views galore to the National Park and Grootpan Bay. Outside the gorgeous plant and plentiful bird life surrounded the decks. Our superlative host Mary gave us great advice before we came and for our daily adventures. We will definitely book this cottage again in the future.
Susan M.
Hospedou-se por 11 diárias em mar. de 2024
Resposta de VrboOwner em 29 de mar. de 2024
When hosting, one always hopes for special, interested and interesting folks to find our humble, little spot. We not only got lucky but very blessed with these two lovely women! Looking forward to the next time……..
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Mary C.
17 de jan. de 2022
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Quiet and peaceful
Fiddlewood Cottage was a great stay away from the more populated, touristy areas of St John. The stars were bright, and the grounds were filled with flowers and plants. It was relaxing to watch all the hummingbirds and the sunsets in the quiet. The cottage was very clean and well equipped with kitchen supplies, towels, games, etc. The hostess, Mary, was very helpful and kept in touch as needed during the stay. Thanks for sharing your home away from home!
Mary C.
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em jan. de 2022
Resposta de VrboOwner em 17 de jan. de 2022
Thanks so much! Hosting guests such as yourselves make this "job" a true Joy!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Claude S.
27 de jan. de 2020
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Charm, Comfort and Care
This was our second visit to Fiddlewood Cottage and it was better than ever. The post storm renovations made the place bigger, brighter and even more comfortable. The setting is peaceful and magical, even after the bumpy approach which is everywhere on St.John. Mary sent us tips before and during our stay and helped us enjoy our stay in more ways than we could count. The personal touches are quietly evident everywhere: the stocked kitchen, the impeccable bathroom, the beach equipment, island info, the lovely garden, etc. It is obvious that she cares deeply about the house and makes every effort to share her passion for it. Book early, go and enjoy a special vacation.
Claude S.
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em jan. de 2020
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Lynn O.
7 de mar. de 2017
Exceeded our Expectations
My husband and I spent a week, with my sister joining us later in the week. Everything about the house and locale is wonderful. The small house has everything you need, and the wrap around porch with living space on both sides makes for easy indoor/outdoor living. There is wonderful cross ventilation, with a view overlooking the large salt pond and a more distant view of the Caribbean. There is not a house to be seen from the cottage and the stars at night are awesome. The kitchen worked well and we did breakfast outdoors, late lunch after being out in the sun, and dinner at several local restaurants - Concordia Cafe for burgers, Lucy's for fish and steel band, Inidgo for fish tacos and live music, and Shipwreck Landing for fish and chips and live swing music.
Mary has outfitted with useful beach chairs, fins, beach towels, and is extremely helpful in making recommendations for local places to snorkel, rent kayaks, and grocery shop. She is a real resource.
Generally, the area is a bit off the beaten path, at the quiet end of the island (a good 35 minute drive from Cruz bay on windy, hilly roads) , with an old time feel. The south side bays were calm and protected from the winds, which made the snorkeling great. There is a short dirt road to the cottage, and you definitely want a four wheel jeep rental to negotiate some the of pot holes and rocks.
Lynn O.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em fev. de 2017
Resposta de VrboOwner em 28 de mar. de 2020
These are the type of guests that "get" what St. John is all about........The natural world that is user friendly, easy to access with one requirement: An adventuresome spirit. Those with a travelers mindset, interested in more than just the next pina colada sitting poolside, is who finds our back time cottage as delightful as we intended. Immersion in nature, allows for drama without incident and this peaceful setting is what brings one back to ones self. We are so very grateful that these are folks who finds us and get it!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Margrit and doug p.
5 de abr. de 2016
Amenities, location, Fiddlewood.......Perfection
March 14 - March 25
Ontario, Canada
My husband and I landed in St. Thomas with no luggage. Quite stressful but Mary went out of her way to call and see what was going on. My cell phone was dying and couldn't call (of course my charger was in my luggage).
I am also a huge coffee drinker and because of the late hour we bought nothing and I was already worried I would have no coffee or cream for the morning. Low and behold there was everything there for us. Stocked up with everything u could possibly need. No need to worry Mary had it covered. She checked up on us the next day about our luggage to make sure we were ok.
Would I go back to Marys' Piece of Paradise? In a heartbeat and when I go back to St John it certainly will be to Fiddlewood.
If you are looking for quiet, relaxation and peace, Fiddlewood is the place for you.
If you love to snorkel, Salt Pond Beach ( 2 min away) is where you should go along with all the other beautiful beaches on this Island.
Good shopping in Coral Bay and Calabash has the best fresh fish.
All in all this was our best vacation in a long time and we have traveled to a lot of islands.
Thank you Mary.
Margrit and Doug
Margrit and doug p.
Hospedou-se por 11 diárias em mar. de 2016
Resposta de VrboOwner em 29 de abr. de 2020
Thanks again!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Kimberlee M.
25 de jul. de 2019
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Peace at the end of a windy road
Everything about my experience with Mary and Estate Mandel exceeded my expectations. It had been years since I visited St John, and I never got over to the Coral Bay side, so I had a ton of questions. Communication before check in was easy and informative. The accommodations were very clean, peaceful, beautiful and the gardens lush! Each morning I woke up to watch the hummingbirds and chicks lap of the fresh rain water and nectar from flower to flower. The distant sound of the waves crashing in Grootpan Bay was soothing. In short- the setting is amazing and so peaceful- like you are the only ones on earth. The accommodations were wonderful- Mary and Les have thought of everything you could need- the kitchen well equipped, the bathroom was stocked with all the things you may have forgotten, plenty of water toys and beach needs- chairs, cooler, even frozen water bottles! The stars at night out on a show that was spectacular and it was fun watching ships and sailboats slide past our little bay. The bed was comfy, and the screened in porch, which could be used as a sleeping nook, came in handy at twilight. I can’t say enough about Mary as a host- she literally thought of everything including special needs I might have coming in from far away. Her suggestions for great snorkeling led to an amazing experience away from the crowds. I highly recommend a staying here if you want to ‘get away’ from it all but also have all the amenities of a fully stocked home. The work she is doing now to expand the sleeping capacity will make this villa so much fun for families or friends traveling together! A peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle!
Kimberlee M.
Hospedou-se por 3 diárias em jul. de 2019
Resposta de VrboOwner em 28 de mar. de 2020
We are the ones to be grateful for such wonderful travelers who still get the subtle nuances St. John offers. We so appreciate our guests and the energies of wonder they bring to our lives. Thank you!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Kathy G.
31 de jul. de 2015
A beautiful, peaceful stay
Fiddlewood is a quiet, beautifully decorated cottage that is perfect for a single person or couple that would like to be away from the hustle and bustle. Mary is amazing - she will not only meet you at the ferry, but take the time to get you fully situated at the cottage and orient you to your surroundings. She is available throughout your stay with advice, guidance, and help. The cottage is a 10-15 mn drive from Coral Bay, which in turn is about a 20-30 mn drive from Cruz Bay, so you may want to rent a car for your stay (rent the smallest, most nimble vehicle available - the roads are steep, narrow, and take some gravity defying turns - and fill up in Cruz Bay before you leave for Mary's). The entrance road to the cottage is a bit bumpy, but don't let that alarm you if you normally navigate in a world of pavement. You'll be fine. The cottage has an open floor plan and is delightfully airy and welcoming. The kitchen has everything you need, and there is a lovely market in Coral Bay where you can stock up on food and sundries. There is AC in the bedroom - Mary will program it for you so it will come on when you need it and turn off when you don't. There is a filter on the tap, so no need for bottled water; water conservation measures are practiced on the property, but Mary will show you what to do. The back porch is absolutely wonderful in the morning, with cool breezes and a lovely view. There is great snorkeling nearby, and Mary provides beach chairs, towels, noodles, fins ... all you'll need is a mask and snorkel. Don't spend so much time going to the famous sandy beaches that you miss the beautiful bays and hiking trails right near the cottage! (like I almost did). If you would like some quiet time in a beautiful place, consider Fiddlewood.
Kathy G.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 28 de mar. de 2020
Oh dear Kathy, The pleasure was all ours! See you next summer!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Jonathan S.
11 de mai. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Enchanted April
Perhaps you have never seen a flamingo beyond the confines of a zoo. Maybe you have never heard the subtle, secret sounds of nature as night falls in a garden. If you haven’t witnessed a cloud of hummingbirds feeding on a flowering cactus or watched a tree frog’s vigil on a rainy night you will be able to do so in Mary’s garden.
St. John in April is the strangest mix of lush and arid. The stony road that leads to the cottage is the prelude to a garden where orchids cling to a tree that itself erupts into blooms that previously only existed in a book by Dr. Seuss. Cactus live cheek by jowl with blossoming perennials and palms. St John is full of magical contradictions. Water is precious here but St John blooms with proper stewardship.
This cottage was private and quiet, immaculately kept and sweetly whimsical. You have every amenity necessary for comfort. Mary is a responsive and lovely host. Need a tent to shelter from sun at the beach? She provides it. Flippers? They are available, sunscreen? In a basket, along with cortisone for the occasional bug bite. Towels? Check. Shampoo? Absolutely! A grill? On the porch. Ice? Waiting for you in the freezer. Filtered water, every item one needs to cook a meal to enjoy after a long day on the sand.
There will never be silence there – it is filled with the hum of life. Geckos, land crabs ,birds, frogs. At night? I think Mary even arranged for all those stars, as they are placed just so.
Of course we will want to go back!
Jonathan S.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em abr. de 2023
Resposta de VrboOwner em 11 de mai. de 2023
You have touched my heart and tickled my soul with your loving appreciation of the gifts Mother Nature offers when one visits St. John. We are forever blessed with guests such as yourselves and look forward to your return!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Stacey K.
20 de fev. de 2022
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Quiet Island Getaway!
My boyfriend and I had a wonderful time at Mary’s place. We loved how remote and quiet it was, and we had beautiful views off the back deck. Definitely a great place to stay if you are looking for something less busy than Cruz Bay, and right by great hiking trails. Would love to come back again!
Stacey K.
Hospedou-se por 6 diárias em fev. de 2022
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Marshall B.
8 de jan. de 2022
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Incredible Stay
Mary's place is incredible. It's one of the best VRBO's we've ever stayed in. The views from the cottage are incredible, and you're staying on a part where it feels like you have the entire island to yourself. Myself, my wife, and our infant daughter stayed there for a week around new years eve, and it was the perfect spot for us. We can only hope to return as soon as possible.
Marshall B.
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em dez. de 2021
Resposta de VrboOwner em 8 de jan. de 2022
Thanks so much for your review Marshall and looking forward to you and your beautiful family to come visit us again!
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Jon L.
24 de jun. de 2021
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Charming cottage
We had a great time at the cottage. Tranquil, breezy and beautiful, you are at one with nature while you’re there.
Mary provided everything that we could possibly need during our stay and was super helpful with recommendations.
Would definitely go back again!!
Jon L.
Hospedou-se por 4 diárias em jun. de 2021
Resposta de VrboOwner em 24 de jun. de 2021
Jon and family were lovely to host in our home. His "One with nature" comment is the perfect description for what our overall intention is from the get go! The perfect place for lovers of the natural world.
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Cynthia B.
14 de jan. de 2021
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunica ção, localização e precisão do anúncio
Peaceful, out of the way St. John retreat
I had come to St. John last-minute, joining my family, who was staying at a larger home nearby. Mary’s home is charming, remote, comfortable, and peaceful. There was the shady porch, the sunny deck, and the large patio, where you could get either sun or shade, depending on the time of day. Gorgeous gardens, a well-stocked home, and a welcoming owner all contributed to a perfect stay for me. In addition, I was about a 10-15 minute walk from three prime areas: Kiddel, Grootpan, and Saltpond Bays. I would highly recommend this home for an individual, couple, or very small group seeking quiet and solitude.
Cynthia B.
Hospedou-se por 6 diárias em jan. de 2021
Verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Ann G.
27 de fev. de 2020
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Perfect Cottage
Fiddlewood is an idyllic place to stay. Sun or shade any time of day from multiple decks, wonderful gardens and bird life, close to beaches. Plus, the best hosts ever. The cottage is very well equipped, but if there is anything else you need, Mary can help! Can't recommend a better place to stay.
Ann G.
Hospedou-se por 8 diárias em fev. de 2020
Resposta de VrboOwner em 31 de ago. de 2020
I ❤️🥰😘you Ann❣️🧜🏽♀️🐋
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10/10 - Excelente
Todd W.
2 de jan. de 2020
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Fiddlewood Cottage Getaway
Our family had the most enchanting stay at Fiddlewood Cottage. The seclusion and natural beauty of this location was beyond our expectation and will keep us coming back. Mary, the property owner is wonderful, and takes great pride in her place. The cottage and gardens are beautifully kept with all of the details covered. Her guidance and suggestions were perfect throughout our visit with valuable local knowledge from the best car rental to the most amazing snorkeling just out the door. We are grateful for having found this place and for having one of our best family vacations here.
Todd W.
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em dez. de 2019
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10/10 - Excelente
Justin R.
12 de nov. de 2019
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Peace at Fiddlewood
Fiddlewood was PERFECT for my wife and I! The house was clean and even more cute than the pictures show! It's secluded over Salt Pond with a beautiful view to watch the sunset. Mary was an absolute joy! She always communicated back quickly and was very helpful the entire time! She went out of her way to make sure we had the time of our lives! I highly recommend staying here to anyone who wants peace and to get away from the hustle and bustle! Truly one of the best experiences we've ever had!!
Justin R.
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10/10 - Excelente
Susan B.
19 de mar. de 2019
Sweet retreat with amazing views of paradise
We all loved staying at Fiddlewood cottage! The views of St John's unspoiled mountainous interior, the salt lagoon and bay beyond were gorgeous and lush. Every morning we awakened to birds and the humming of the bees in the pink pom-pom trees. For breakfast, we'd slice open fresh papaya.
The cottage is very clean, comfortable and sweetly decorated. It has all the conveniences and yet a rustic feel which fits the remote side of the island. Beaches, hiking trails and great snorkeling are close at hand. This is truly a retreat for nature lovers who wish to escape the crowds.
Susan B.
Hospedou-se por 7 diárias em mar. de 2019
Resposta de VrboOwner em 28 de mar. de 2020
Dear Susan,
We so appreciate that you and your family had a great time at Fiddlewood.
You beautifully articulated what we too find so special about this side of the island. Thanks again!
Cheers! Les & Mary
Sobre o anfitrião
Anfitrião: Les Anderson
We are 40 + year full time residents of St. John and Fiddlewood Cottage will become our retirement home when we can no longer negotiate our 50 steps to our current home in East End. We are both artists and built our East End home plus did all of the remodeling at the cottage ourselves with aesthetics and comfort as our focus. Mary managed 10 successful vacation villas starting in 1986 and sold it in 1996. Having done the vacation rental dance for 10 years we are "old school" and believe those who visit are truly our guests and not just renters. We know what it takes to have our guests feel welcomed, comfortable and secure knowing we are here 24/7 to insure a great stay.
Por que o anfitrião escolheu essa propriedade
We purchased this property because it is flat land, has established gardens, totally private, walking distance to GREAT snorkeling beaches and is also waterfront. Completely different environment from our beach front, windward side property. The pond below the cottage is full of every variety of bird here in the Virgin Islands. We also love to garden and the property's topography with native vegetation is very inspiring. The contrasting environments is what we LOVE about St. John the most!
O que faz essa propriedade ser única?
We saw Fiddlewood Cottage at 4:30 and bought it at 5:00 in July 2013. We are gardeners and the topography is perfect for our old age. Also, short, easy walking distances to beaches with GREAT swimming and snorkeling was another plus we were thrilled to find.Right above Mandahl Pond and sea views of the National Park insured we would never be looking at another house or resort. There are great breezes and the feeling of being surrounded by a sanctuary full of wildlife is heavenly! It's a short 8 minute drive to Coral Bay, grocery stores and nightlife. The quiet, serene atmosphere is a huge contrast to many other neighborhoods on the island, especially now with all of the building going on post Hurricane Irma. In addition, being on this side of the island where the Atlantic and Caribbean waters come together are nutrient rich so sea life abounds. The reefs had some damage but nothing comparison to the Northshore or East End beaches. Especially in off season, one can have beaches all to themselves in this part of the island. Truly a rare piece of property we were blessed to find!