Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach!

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A multi-level building with outdoor terraces, surrounded by lush greenery and a mountainous landscape.
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling and natural light from large windows.
A view of a mountainous landscape with palm trees and a clear sky.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, wooden beams, and a large painting on the wall.
A two-story house with a red roof and solar panels, surrounded by dense forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Enjoy the heated pool
    A rare find in this area - swim in comfort or have a relaxing dip.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Virgin Islands National Park

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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St John, St John
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Reef Bay Trailhead
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Trunk Bay
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

St. John

Located in Upper Carolina, a neighbourhood in St. John, this villa is in the mountains and near the beach. 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/biking trails and horse riding.
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St John, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Reef Bay Trailhead - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Trunk Bay - 17 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 18 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Roti King Foodtruck - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Villa with Stupendous Views - 5 minutes from the beach! located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this villa is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Bordeaux Mountain and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Maho Bay and Ajax Peak are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful family experience. The house is just as advertised and perfectly equipped. Dorothy was outstanding as our host. Would definitely stay at Drake’s View again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was spotless and there was food in the cupboard. We enjoyed the beaches of the National Park. They were nearby, gorgeous and the snorkeling there was very accessible. We spent hours in the pool. It was a perfect place for family gathering. I highly highly recommend Drake's View.
Sunrise at Drake's View
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
It was a pleasure hosting your group and we would love to have you return anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views for the extensive balcony areas of the Home were outstanding. Such a joy to have the morning views with a cup of coffee during the early morning. The kitchen was terrific with every conceivable dish, pot, pan and utensil available as we eat in during our stay a great deal. The open concept kitchen level was great for our meal use and later for our game nights in the kitchen level, family room area. Access to the home on improved road ways was a treat and such easy access to the North shore beaches. The best accommodations we have experienced during our several visits to St. John USVI.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2026
We very much appreciate your great review and thank you for choosing Drake's View as your vacation villa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property on Bordeaux mountain

The home was amazing and fit our needs. The views of BVI, the sunrises and the constant breeze was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 April 2025
Thank you for staying with us and hope to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning home!

Amazing home filled with everything we needed for our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2022
Katie- Thank you for your kind review. We are so glad you enjoyed the house! Hope you and your family return soon. Best wishes- Shannon & Tracy (owners)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Island retreat

Great location. Beautiful home. Everything you need and more. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2021
Thank you for staying with us. Fernando really enjoyed meeting your group and we look forward to having you return in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Property

This property has amazing views. Dorothy was a great help finding Thanksgiving dinner and made check in simple! We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2023
We loved having you and hope you will return again in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Living the dream in St John

This was a wondeful villa, with beautiful views and plenty of room for the 8 of us. The hot tub was nice and hot and the pool was confortably warm. 7 of us are in our 70s, the only recommendation is a hand rail for the pool and hot tub.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2025
It was a pleasure meeting all of you and having you stay with us and we hope you will think of us again when you return to St John.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome week in St John

Spacious, clean, beautiful view, quiet (though the frogs serenaded us every night); central location close to northern bays / beaches for snorkeling. Nice kitchen / Grill for in-house food, or Coral bay / Cruz Bay for meals out. Easy access (compared to friends staying closer to Coral Bay that definitely needed 4-wheel drive to get to their house).
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Awesome family vacation over Thanksgiving

Our second stay at Drake's View was every bit as wonderful as the first. Th e villa is well appointed, confortable beds, space for the family to spread out and have quiet time but also great spaces for us to be together. We loved the new appliances. We look forward to returning, and hope the pool heater is working next time!,
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
Thank you for your great review and for your understanding about the pool heater. On an island, it is not always easy to repair equipment immediately. Dorothy and Fernando worked very hard to replace the necessary part but the suppliers were slow and the holiday further slowed delivery. We are glad you and your family enjoyed the house and hope you return for a third visit.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stunning mountaintop view all the way to Virgin Gorda!

Secluded, gated, spacious, beautifully decorated, and thoughtfully appointed. Nice heated pool with bench seat and jacuzzi. A car is a must to get to beaches, restaurants, and grocery stores. Super comfy beds to finish the day! We had a 6 year old with us who enjoyed the pool and the large kitchen table to play cards.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
Thank you so much for your great comments. We bought the property based on the view and have become citizens of the Coral Bay Republic! Each time a family tells us that they had a great time at Drake's View, it reminds us why we have a house on St. John. Please come back- no matter where on the island. It is so special. Best Regards- Ellen and Edward
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous & Glorious View!

From check-in to check-out our stay was absolute perfection. The view of Drake’s passage was surreal and it never got old as we lounged on the balconies. The details of the inside of the villa were exquisite and we loved to roam the grounds each morning taking in all of it’s beauty. We could not believe the foliage and flora that grow in abundance. Even the hummingbirds couldn’t stay away. We would book again without a doubt!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Family vacation

This was a perfect place for our family plus my mom and dad that joined us. The rooms were perfect for our boys and the separate house was great for my parents. The view was beautiful and the pool was great for the kids. Nothing can explain the sounds at night, which later we found were tiny frogs as one was trapped behind a door, how cool seeing lizards regularly outside were. My husband and I love St. John so we wanted to share with our family. We had a great stay here!!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
We are glad that Drake's View worked as well for you as it does for us. The tree frogs are the "island crickets" and lulls us to sleep. We are glad that you enjoyed all the things we love- the view, the pool and the space in the house. We hope you return soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great trip!

Just got home and already can't wait to get back! The view, breezes and LACK of mosquitos were outstanding!. We started everyday sitting on the balcony watching the sun over Coral Bay and usually ended each evening looking out over the Bay as well. Very relaxing, beautiful home. Great location for visiting different beaches everyday. Pool and hot tub were refreshing although view was somewhat limited in the back of the house and location didn't allow for sunsets. House had just about everything except a good ice maker! Definitely hope to get back again soon!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
So glad you liked the house. Sorry about the ice maker. We have a new refrigerator and dishwasher due in October. We hope you will return soon and we will be sure that you have ample ice.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magnificent Property

The house is absolutely beautiful! From the well stocked kitchen to decor in the bedrooms, this place was amazing! We especially loved watching the sunrise over Drakes Channel and listening to night sounds on the front decks. The house is extremely well stocked with beach chairs, travel books, pool floaties, coolers, beach towels. It was clean and felt safe with the security gate and outside lighting. We cooked the majority of our meals at the house and everything was in working order. We used the outdoor grill a couple nights which was a great bonus. It was not a big deal to run to Dolphin Market in Coral Bay or Midway Market for groceries. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

May2023

No issues, no surprises. We felt the place was actually a little better than the pictures! We had 7 adults and there were no negative comments. Besides nature, the only distant sounds were roosters crowing and an occasional truck on the mountain highway. Dorothy and the maintenance/cleaning staff do an excellent job with the property. Every room is fairly comparable and a comfortable size. The house is large enough that we could break into smaller groups for some privacy too.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2023
Thanks so much for staying with us! I enjoyed meeting your group and look forward to having you back at Drake's View in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

Drake's View is the perfect vacation rental for two families. The house has so much space that you never felt on top of each other. We loved the amazing breeze and never felt hot at the house. The location was perfect and the views we're amazing even on cloudy days. The house had everything we needed, there wasn't anything that we felt was missing. The communication with Dorothy and Fernando was excellent. Unfortunately, on our arrival day in St. John tropical storm Grace hit and we were stranded in Puerto Rico. We kept in regular contact with them and they met us at the ferry the next day to make sure we made it to the house with no issues. Fernando provided us a tour of the house to ensure we knew where everything was and to see if we had any questions. We will definitely rent this villa again but we will come for 2 weeks next time as one week wasn't enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 September 2021
It was a pleasure meeting your group and we thank you for staying with us. We also agree that a week is too short a time to visit the island and all our beautiful beaches and look forward to having you return in the near future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Veteran St John Traveler

This year 2022 was our 10th year on St. John. We have been admiring Drakes View for many years and decided to give it a go. This property was wonderful with easy access from Route 10 and a manageable gated entry. Top notch appliances and cookware in the kitchen. Dining (kitchen table and a more formal dining area for 8 people) and the Conversation/TV grouping (really comfortable for at least 8 people) and these furnishings were some of the nicest I've seen in a rental property anywhere. Beds were made with nicer linens and were sooo comfortable. Bath towels were also nicer with plenty for everyone. The outdoor covered porches (up and down) had enough cushioned seating and chaise lounges. We stayed for 10 nights and never even turned on the AC. We were very pleased with our booking process and on island experience with our host Dorothy. She stayed on top of all communications we had from start to finish. We hope to get back again next year for another spectacular stay on St. John.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2022
Thank you for your kind review, we are so happy you enjoyed your stay. Dorothy does a wonderful job seeing that our guests needs are taken care of while at Drake’s View. We hope you choose to stay with us again on your next trip to St. John. Regards- Shannon & Tracy (owners)
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Will EXCEED Your Expectations

Thank you for sharing your amazing home with us and our friends. It is beautiful and was the perfect villa for 4 couples. My husband and I traveled with 3 other couples for a week to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. Three couples stayed in the main house which offered them each a private room with a king bed and private bath. The main level allowed the group to hang out together, cook meals, party and chat. My husband and I stayed in the cute little house behind the main villa. It was so nice to have our own space for the week. The cool breeze at night allowed you to keep your windows open and sleep like a rock. Our friends that stayed in the Mango room said they have never slept better in the whole lives. All four bedrooms offer a view. The kitchen is spacious and completlely stocked with everything you need. We had a private chef cook for us the night of our vow renewal on Trunk Bay Beach and he only had to bring the food and ice. Plenty of serving dishes, plates, utensils, etc. I did bring table decorations and left them behind for the next group. The library has tons of reference books to help you navigate the islands and we enjoyed the photo album of the house being built. The driveway was large enough for 3 four door jeeps and the owners SUV. The location was perfect to travel back to Cruz Bay or down to Coral Bay and the other beaches. As for beach equipment there are coolers, chairs and noodles. Each room came with 2 beach towels and plenty of bath towels. I could go on and on forever. We had a wonderful week and would come back to Drake’s View. It was like heaven on earth.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
Thank you for your kind review. St. John is an island that chooses people. We are glad that you enjoyed the island and found the house comfortable. It is a great place for families and groups of friends. We hope you come back and explore more trails and beaches. We have been coming to St. John for 39 years and always see or do something new.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A pleasure!

Having learned a little bit about the island from my first trip to St John just 5 months before this trip, I knew that Drake's view was the best location for enjoying the island. The home is perfectly located for quick trips to the best beaches. If you are a fan of what St John is about, then you will love the restaurants in Coral Bay as well. The views from the home are so special. It is such a pleasure to be in the large living area where you can lounge, have coffee, all while enjoying the view, and the beautiful art work that surrounds you. The construction and care of this beautiful home is very impressive. We are very grateful the owners have opened their home for others to enjoy. The layout of the home is perfect for a large family. My friend and I took our combined family of four adult children and one youth. There was plenty of room! They all loved the home and the island! The privacy of the separate living quarters can not be understated! The views from this area are just as great as from the main home. There is also a large, private outdoor seating area connected to this separate suite. We enjoyed hiking, snorkeling, shopping, eating, and beach bumming! If you hike you must hike Ram's head. Snorkeling the beaches along this hike is amazing! If you enjoy snorkeling there isn't a beach that will disappoint. You will always see something! For beach bums, the fluffy white sand and crystal clear water at Cinnamon Bay and Trunk Bay will make you smile. We were all, even the vegetarians, very happy with the food at Cafe Concordia, Miss Lucy's, Skinny Legs, and Indigo! The carnivores in the group, also enjoyed buckets of chicken wings from Chester's Chicken. Chester's chicken is great to pick up after a long day of beach activity! Drake's View is the perfect place for a group to enjoy the beauty and essence of St John!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2020
Thank you for the great review. Like you, we feel that St John speaks for itself. We love the beaches, the people and the beautiful ocean and views. We are so happy that you enjoyed your time at our house and share our interest. We hope that you come back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Villa, Great Location

We vacationed here with 4 couples and a two year old and had plenty of room. The villa is accurately depicted in the pictures on the website. The villa's location makes it easy to access the entire island. You are 15 minutes from Cruz Bay, about 10 minutes from Coral Bay and the north shore beaches. It's less than 5 minutes from the Reef Bay Trailhead. Views are fantastic from the balcony. Beach chairs, beach towels and even beach toys for the two year old were provided. Communication with Dorothy was great before our arrival. And fortunately we had no need to contact her during our stay because everything was in working order. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 December 2021
Thanks so much for staying with us, I enjoyed meeting your group. Wishing you a Happy and Healthy New Year and look forward to your return to Drake's View.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wow!

Drake's View is simply amazing! This was our first trip to St. John and we couldn't have picked a better place to stay. The views were incredible and the villa was spectacular. Plenty of room for the 7 of us. Dorothy greeted us when we arrived and showed us around the house. The gardens are gorgeous. We had an issue with one of the a/c units and Dorothy and Fernando resolved it very quickly. We'd highly recommend Drake's View.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2021
We really enjoyed meeting all of you and thank you so much for staying with us! Looking forward to having you return in the near future. Enjoy your holidays!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing week! Well appointed home with great kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, lovely pool and hot tub.

Rented this house for a week July 6-13, 2021
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful week at Drake’s View

Our family of 5 stayed 7 nights at the Drake’s View Villa. Communication with the property manager Dorothy was very efficient and she made sure we had everything necessary for arrival and was responsive during the entire week. The villa was the nicest we have stayed at on the island, a true gem. We enjoyed exploring trails and beaches in the morning and spent at least half of each day back at the house. Our kids had a great time too. We can’t wait to come back and stay at Drake’s View again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies trip

Had a great time staying at Drake's View.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2021
We look forward to having you again in the near future!
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