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Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living!

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This is called "dining with a view" at Buena Vida!
Grande Bay - viewed from the ferry dock
Your outside living & dining area. A great spot to relax..
...or enjoy a meal to kick back & watch some TV
The other view from the lanai appears to be a wall mural - but it is your front yard

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Honeymoon Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living!

Buena Vida is located in Cruz Bay and was completed and began renting in late 2010. This is a one bedroom, one bath 1,212 sq ft Penthouse unit on the top level of the first row of Grande Bay. In addition to having unobstructed views, this Penthouse has a Caribbean influenced design that incorporates airy vaulted ceilings and interior living areas that are surrounded by three outdoor living verandas and decks. The front veranda looks to the west, north and east and has great views of Cruz Bay Harbor, and sunsets over St Thomas. On the east side is a veranda that also has views that stretch from west to east. On the west side is a comfortable lanai (an outdoor living area) plus a sun patio off the master bedroom. The air-conditioned interior contains a second living area, the kitchen and the bedroom and bath.

** Grande Bay – Buena Vida and the surrounding grounds are non-smoking. This includes and is not limited to cigarettes, vaping, marijuana etc. Guests are not permitted to bring illegal substances or flammable fluids onto or into the condo.

The Grande Bay Condominiums were completed in 2009/10 and consist of 48 units ranging from 1 to 3 bedrooms. This is a waterfront condominium, located on the south side of Cruz Bay Harbor. It’s a very easy walk to/from the ferry dock and to all of Cruz Bay’s restaurants, bars, shops, boutiques, groceries and nightlife. It’s also an easy walk to the cabstands where a 5-10 minute ride in an open air taxi takes you to St. John’s famous national park beaches.

The units at Grande Bay all share a heated pool, sundeck, hot tub and a fitness room, all open from 7am to 10pm.The fitness room is equipped with treadmills, rowing machine, Nautilus workout center, free-weights, Pilates machine, elliptical orbiters and a stationary bike. There is on site underground parking for rental vehicles.

Living And Dining: – The lanai is an indoor-outdoor living area with comfortable seating for four on a Tropitone sectional couch and chair set that is complemented by a granite coffee and end tables, locally crafted sconce lighting, and a ceiling fan. – The 46″ flat screen cable TV on the lanai. This is all open air to the beautiful turquoise views of Cruz Bay Harbor. – The interior living room has an up-to-date look and comfortable furnishings including a couch, two end tables, two large lamps, and 4 leather stools for the granite bar and counter. This room has access to both the lanai and the east and front verandas.

Kitchen: – The kitchen is equipped with all you need to cook complete meals. Cherry cabinets, granite countertops, tiled floors, stainless steel Whirlpool appliances including a ceramic cook top, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator/freezer with icemaker, and microwave, accompany a blender, drip coffee maker, toaster, glassware and utensils. – Cupboards are stocked with Calphalon cookware, colorful Fiesta dinnerware, and flatware. – A printer on the counter is available to print out plane tickets for your convenience. Both the kitchen and living area provide water views while cooking and relaxing. – Dine on the lanai at a table for four, or on the center or east verandas where two high-top tables provide seating for four in addition to the bench, chair, and coffee table. Pull up to the granite countertop in the kitchen/living area and sit on one of the four cushioned leather stools for lunch, or sit at the table and two chairs on the patio off of the master bedroom for a relaxing breakfast. No matter where you go in this condo there are plenty of places to sit down, relax and enjoy your favorite food and drink.

Bedroom Details: – The bedroom has a king bed, two nightstands, a ceiling fan, a chest of drawers and lamps that are equipped with outlets for charging phones and accessories. Off the bedroom there is a small private sundeck that has two chaise loungers, tea table, two chairs and a 30″ dining table. – Included in the master bedroom is a 32” flat screen TV with Cable. In the large closet there is a safe, an ironing board and iron, and luggage racks. – The granite and cherry bathroom has plenty of fresh towels, hand towels, wash cloths, and soft beach towels. There is a large shower complete with a towel bar to hang your swimsuits. No need to bring a hairdryer. Buena Vida is also equipped with a full size Whirlpool Duet washer and dryer in the front hall.

Property manager

Caribbean Villas of St. John
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
2 Guests Max
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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
No smoking is allowed on the premises.
The property is non-smoking. This includes outside on the decks and the surrounding grounds of the property.
No functions, wedding/receptions, etc. are allowed at the property. The rental is only for the guests reserved and paid to stay at the property.

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

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this condo is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Kayaking, scuba diving and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Cruz Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Battery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Honeymoon Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Trunk Bay - 16 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning Penthouse at Grande Bay - Breathtaking Views and Luxury Living! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is steps away from St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure and Cruz Bay Beach. Virgin Islands National Park is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brian T.

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

Amazing location and View

Beautiful views and great outdoor spaces. The side covered porch/outdoor living area is a very nice addition to the unit. Large bathroom and shower. We would have liked a softer mattress. It's very hard and we had issues getting a full nights rest. That's the only reason it didn't get a (5) star rating. We will however stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

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

Great trip!

Perfect location, well provisioned, wish we had stayed for 2 weeks. Also have to say the island lost power for nearly 2 day and the generator never faltered.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B., Tulsa, OK

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

Excellent Penthouse

Enjoyed a stay at this location in early August 2023 and really enjoyed the location and the condition of this unit. It had excellent patios and patio furniture with great views overlooking Cruz Bay. Nicely equipped kitchen and washer/dryer were a plus also!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli H.

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

Everything you need and more!!

This condo was phenomenal!! They even provided laundry pods, trash liners, and toilet paper! Great views, need nothing!! What a wonderful Penthouse!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

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

BEST PLACE TO STAY ON ST JOHN

My wife and I really enjoyed the Condo and will definitely be coming back. Best views on the island and walking distance to everything you need.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

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

Perfect spot

We are frequent visitors to the island but have never stayed in this Grande Bat unit - it was perfect for my daughter and I! Recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M., New York City

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

great birthday trip

This was my first time at Buena Vide and I loved the condo and I love Cruz Bay! I have stayed in many units in the Grande Bay Condo complex and this ranks up there with one of the best. The folks at Caribbean Villas and Resorts couldn't have been nicer. Comfortable space with so much beautiful outdoor space. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marla G.

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

Gorgeous Location

We had a beautiful stay here. The condo is in a great location. You can walk to many great restaurants. The views from this location are unbelievable. The condo is set up with everything you need. We really enjoyed our stay!

10/10 Excellent

George E.

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

Grand Bay - St John

Wonderful location great views and walking distance to evening activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

St John Beauty

Very clean penthouse and awesome location right on Cruz Bay. Beautiful view and in very short walking distance to shops and restaurants. Well appointed kitchen and tasteful bedding and linens. Can hear music from the town which offers entertainment all week in the comfort of your home!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H., Carolina Beach, NC, USA

Buena Vida is Awesome

My wife and I came down for a week to visit my daughter in St. Johns and see the sights. This condo is in the best location on the island. Everything is in short walking distance and the views from the condo is first rate! The condo lacks for nothing and has a very comfortable bed. You will not regret renting this condo. Best vacation I've ever had!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Buena Vida!

We stayed in this 4th floor penthouse to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary. Chose Grande Bay because of it's proximity to all of the conveniences of Cruz Bay and were not disappointed! Very tastefully appointed and kitchen was well-stocked , however we only used the coffee maker and fridge ;) Having a parking spot in the garage allowed us to rent a jeep and explore the island by day and return to Cruz Bay for dinners and walking around the town by night. Absolutely beautiful views from porch and lanai. Would highly recommend. Zozo's restaurant is absolutely outstanding. Reserve a chair at the bar for dinner at sunset! My only complaint was that the condo is located closest to the beach bars, so when there was a live band at one of these places such as Joe's, do not plan on sleeping before 2-3:00am!

About the host

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