Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System - Estate Chocolate Hole and Great Cruz Bay

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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6148.6 sq m

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Chocolate Hole, St. John

Great Cruz Bay
‪6 min walk‬
Cruz Bay Beach
‪7 min drive‬
Trunk Bay
‪19 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

LOFT Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Poolside Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

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Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

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About this property

Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System

Located in Chocolate Hole, with a Southern view of the Caribbean Sea, POI PU is ideal for the family or couples traveling together. The secluded location surrounded by beautiful tropical flower gardens lets you enjoy a very private vacation. POI PU is located just 5 minutes from the town of Cruz Bay and its eclectic choices for duty free shopping and fine dining. Another 10-15 minutes will take you to the world famous beaches on the north shore within the VI National Park.

Upon entering the home you will be taken with the open architecture of the great room, dining area with seating for six and full kitchen with all of the features and amenities for preparing snacks to full meals. The breakfast counter provides an area for socializing with the cook while meals are prepared. The double doors off the inside dining area open to the side deck where you will find another table for alfresco dining for six while overlooking the gazebo and pool. The gas BBQ grill is located close by for preparing burgers and hot dogs to steaks and seafood.

Opening the three double doors around the perimeter of the home will virtually double the entire living space with the addition of the wrap around decks with lounge chairs and casual seating. The open beam ceilings with elegant ceiling fans will insure that the cooling tropical trade wind breezes are circulated throughout. With the perimeter doors open you will enjoy the commanding views of Chocolate Hole and the Caribbean Sea from the inner comfort of Poi Pu.

The family room offers a flat screen television with Cable TV and DVD Player and an audio sound system providing casual entertainment in a relaxing environment.

There are two air-conditioned bedrooms with king beds (which can be separated into to twins) located on the main level in addition to ceiling fans over the beds. The poolside bedroom also has a smart TV. Each bedroom has an adjacent half bath and share a large and impressive native stone shower with dual shower heads. The third bedroom is located in a large loft and features a queen size bed and tastefully appointed casual seating. (There is an outdoor motion camera pointed at the driveway).

Newly installed Tesla Solar Backup system will ensure you will still be sleeping comfortably when the power goes out!

Keywords: villa, home, Chocolate Hole, Pool, Views, windward, privacy, Battery Backup, Solar

Property manager

Jackie Fenner

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English, French

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 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

$100 deducted from damage deposit if detected.

Guest must close and lock every door upon check-ou

If guest damages or blocks outdoor camera located

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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

This property uses solar energy

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Chocolate Hole, St. John

What's nearby

Great Cruz Bay - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Chocolate Hole - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Cruz Bay Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
Trunk Bay - 19 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬7 min drive
‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
‪Beach Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬7 min drive
‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Great Cruz Bay and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Hart Bay are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

31 March 2025

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

The Perfect Fit!

We enjoyed our recent stay at Poi Pu. The home is ideal for families and is in a great location. The hammock was the perfect spot for an afternoon nap! Views were incredible and the location is ideal for Cruz Bay and the surrounding beaches in that area. The home was clean and comfortable. The property manager and owner were very responsive and made us feel welcome. Highly recommend this perfect home!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juliette S.

17 March 2025

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House

The house was well set up. One of the bathrooms was a little rundown, and some tiles needed to be repaired. Loved the layout and all the decks.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris j.

2 March 2025

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Island life

We recently stayed at Poi Pu in St. John and had a blast. The property was adorable and had a nice pool that overlooks chocolate hole, what a view! One of the best days we had was just grilling some burgers by the pool. We stayed with another couple and the two rooms were perfect. Very short drive to town and the beaches. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

8 February 2025

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Perfect

Perfect stay, close to downtown.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Aleixo S.

31 January 2025

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Relaxing and Blessed Time

Property was rustic and simple with old world charm. Wonderful time seeing the island!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

20 July 2024

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great vacay

We had an awesome time in St. John, and. Poi Pu villa was in a great location. Only 5 mins to Cruz Bay, we explored all the surrounding neighborhoods on foot, gaining beautiful vantage points of the island around every corner. A few days of our week stay (July) were incredibly hot so the dipping pool and rooms with AC were key. We learned to time our outings with the scheduled power outages in the PMs. We couldn’t quite figure out how to keep the open air living and kitchen mosquito free, but came close! Many many memories for years to come, hope to be back again some day!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

16 April 2024

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Quiet and Comfortable

This is a great spot for a family or two couples. Small but well appointed with a fantastic outdoor space and great views. The pool was great with small kids and the hammock gets shade pretty much the whole day. Only a few minutes drive from Cruz Bay but far enough away to be quiet and secluded. There were beach chairs and some toys as well as a cooler to use which was fantastic. While we had a small issue with the water turning off, it was handled promptly and communication was excellent throughout the arrival and the rest of the week when we needed anything.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Tammy P.

7 April 2024

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A secluded, peaceful, unbelievable beauty, nature inspired, relaxful vacation.

Our stay at Poi Pu was amazing. As beach lover's, Saint John is the most beautiful place on Earth. (In our opinion anyway.) Our favorite "restaurant" was staying in, grilling steak and veggies, sitting on the deck looking over our view of Saint John, with a dip in the pool to cool off. Amazing! While no ac in the house except the bedrooms, we learned quickly how to "work" the house to keep it as cool as possible, as well as how to keep the bugs at bay. Our 2 weeks flew by so fast, and is now a memory that we will never forget. I have so many pictures of the stunning landscape around the house as well as all the little chicks, birds and hummingbirds, but didnt get the iguana as he was to quick. So, if you are a stuffy, AC hotel type this might not work for you, however, if you want a secluded, peaceful, unbelievable beauty, nature inspired, relaxful vacation, this IS the spot!

Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

John C.

6 March 2024

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Awesome views

Jackie was a great host. Answered all our questions almost immediately. We had a major storm blow through and had some minor issues she addressed. The house is well laid out and perfectly located. 5 mins drive to Cruz Bay. Beautiful views of Chocolate Hole. We did very little cooking, but the kitchen looked well stocked. I totally recommend Pui Po.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

26 February 2024

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Great stay on St John’s

4 adult friends stayed here. Plenty of room and house could easily accommodate additional guests. Great views and amenities. Loved having use of the beach chairs, great patio deck, kitchen and sleeping areas.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

18 January 2024

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Perfect location

We stayed for a week and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! The house had everything we needed and we especially loved the large deck with lots of seating. Would stay again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

26 December 2023

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Amazing View

We had a wonderful time on St John. This property has a beautiful view and outdoor space and is less than 10 minutes drive to town. The layout of the house is great with two private bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bathroom plus a loft. The kitchen and bathroom are getting a little dated but function just fine. The owner and host were great to work with and very responsive.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

13 March 2023

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the perfect island villa!!!

We stayed in PoiPu for the first time in March of 2023. This was not our first time on St. John, so we chose this villa knowing the location and proximity to things like Cruz Bay, and the views! This villa was absolutely perfect in every way! The photos online don't really do it justice, as it is even more beautiful in person. Jackie was extremely helpful with booking, to start with. Gave us great recommendations for things to do around the island, as well as connections for things like rental cars, excursions, etc. The villa itself is in a GREAT location in Chocolate Hole, with spectacular views. Inside, it had everything we needed, and more. Plenty of room, very comfortable beds and furniture. We used the A/C in the bedroom only a couple of nights, as the temperatures were comfortable. Opening up all of the doors to the decks brings all of the outdoors inside, and gives you a wonderful breeze as well as spectacular views from wherever you are in the villa. The pool was PERFECT. Crystal clear water, perfect to jump into after a day at the beach. The outdoor shower was another great surprise that I didn't know about until we got there! The kitchen has EVERYTHING. We used the beach chairs daily, and they were all in great condition. The only thing I wish we had there was more time! A week was just not enough. We would love to return to PoiPu again! Thank you to Jackie for hosting us for another incredible St. John vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

19 February 2023

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Stunning Views

This is a beautiful, well-stocked house with incredible views from the wrap around deck. You really don't want to leave after having breakfast outdoors while viewing the Caribbean. We were very happy with the quality of the furnishings and maintenance of the house. Two things to consider: 1) The house is only five minutes from Cruz Bay but you MUST have a car to get around. Keep in mind that you will be driving on the left side (former Danish colony) on narrow, winding, extremely steep roads, often all at once. It is not for the faint of heart. 2) We were surprised to hear upon our arrival that the tap water is not potable and can only be used for bathing and doing dishes. However, we were informed that Love City Ice in Cruz Bay sells 1 gallon jugs for $2 and refills for $1. There is also a 24 hour water dispensing machine in the Provisions parking lot for 60 cents per gallon. We incorporated that in our daily routine and it didn't materially interfere with our vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

18 January 2023

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Far exceeded our expectations

The lovely home on the hillside met and far exceeded our expectations. We were extremely pleased and would love to return.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Richard P.

14 January 2023

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Winter getaway done right

The place is just as listed. We did note some aging issues such as the door handle and the shower but other then that we enjoyed our stay and would stay again.

Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

14 August 2022

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St. John Paradise

Nice location but not really walkable to town. We were hoping our kids would have an easier time walking to town. The house was rustic which was great for us. We enjoyed the pool and deck. The kitchen was wonderful and we used the Weber grill almost daily. Also, walking the roads around the property was fun and we discovered some incredible views!! This location is perfect for any family. Finally, the Dolphin Market is close which was helpful coming home from the beach each day. Thank you for a magical vacation in paradise!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

30 July 2022

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Perfect stay

We enjoyed staying at PoiPu! The views were perfect and the location was close to town and not a far drive to the beaches. The property was exactly as described and true to pictures. The communication with Jackie, the owner, and the property management was excellent and helpful. We would recommend a stay at PoiPu!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Steve T.

30 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Nice Location and Villa

Beautiful view and very convenient location to Cruz Bay and grocery stores. The small pool was nice to cool off in. Accommodations were very a bit outdated and basic, but I am sure on or above par to other affordable villas on the island. Overall great place. It was pretty hot and humid (July stay). The living area and loft bedroom didn’t cool off very well. Not a lot of breeze. Our 15 year old daughter was able to bear sleeping in the loft with all the fans provided. Not all the doors have screens and with the mosquitos we could leave all of them open. That might have helped a little with air flow. Clothes washer and dryer worked well, but not very conveniently located (outside below the villa). We had issues with ants and mosquitos. Need to keep all opened food in frig or ziplocked at all times. We went through a lot of Off spray, but still were bitten dozens of time by mosquitos while at the villa. The kitchen was stocked ok, but not great. No working can opener. Be prepared to pay a LOT for groceries. The owners were great to work with and super responsive.

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

4 July 2022

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Great stay during carnival week

Close enough to town but very quiet. Beach chairs and well stocked kitchen supplies. Wish we would've had one more bath towel, there were only 4 and we had 5 in our party. Also one more roll of paper towels/tp would've been great. Bedrooms well air conditioned and nice big shower! Hammock and pool and outside deck with beautiful views. Overall great stay, would recommend to anyone wanting to be close to Cruz Bay and restaurants, as long as you have a jeep. Taxis won't come up the road but will drop you below. You can walk to the Westin if you are brave and in good shape!

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

29 June 2022

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Very nice 2 BR in good location

Very nice and well kept property in a good location with nice view. The two bedrooms are nice and air conditioned. The kitchen, living room and dining area are all very comfortable, as was the wrap around deck. The pool and hammock were very nice. My son slept in the loft, which is not air conditioned, and was eaten up very badly by mosquitoes the first night. You will need to use all of the fans in the loft blowing on you to keep the bugs at bay. Nice house, but wouldn’t recommend sleeping in the loft.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Ryan F.

27 June 2022

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2nd time

It is a perfect location, lots more use of pool with 7 year old. Only downside was the heat and breeze didn’t pass through house as it did on previous stay or on most reviews. But that’s probably my luck. Definitely recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B., Roswell, GA

7 June 2022

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We’d return for sure!

We are a family of 5 (8, 13, 15, and parents) and stayed here for 8 days. Plenty of room for everyone although of course loft is open if you require high privacy. The house is clean and convenient to grocery, gas, and Cruz Bay shops and restaurants. The view is tranquil as is the location with no other houses directly in view except for what’s down the hill closer to the water, etc. Although we used AC in bedrooms at night the common areas were perfectly cooled by opening big doors to the sea breeze (and I live with some people who are hot-natured and they were fine!). Some basic leftover spices, etc available and all cooking utensils I needed were there. We appreciated the beach chairs and toys and did use the washer once. Beautiful flowers and trees with more hummingbirds that I’ve ever seen at once around the porch. Only one glitch with Wi-Fi and I was happy to stop trying to do a little work. Otherwise multiple streaming devices worked with no issues. If you’re a first-timer to St John it’s worth noting that it does take some prep. As another review noted the island uses cisterns for water and the tap is not drinkable, so plan to conserve and supply drinking water. Parking in Cruz Bay is precious so don’t go thinking you’ll pull up and get a spot for dinner right away—however, if you rent a car they let you park at their lot and walk. You’ll want to do that to take advantage of the entire island as there are too many beaches to hit! Definitely need a Jeep as we needed that 2nd gear a couple times to get up a hill. The groceries aren’t always going to have exactly what you planned to get and understandably they’re pricey. To counter that I brought a suitcase full of our staples—snacks, nonperishables, etc since we’re budget travelers. If you have your heart set on a beach arrive at parking no later than 9:00 am or change plans. Reef Bay Trail is definitely worth it but you’ll feel it for days after :) Love City BBQ near the house was amazing and we were very disappointed we could only go once! Flyaway VI is a great charter boat company we used and ReeftoPeak at Maho was great for paddle boards. When we return, we’d definitely be repeat visitors to this house and appreciate the chance to spend our 20th anniversary here. Maybe we’ll see you back for 25!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristina H.

1 May 2022

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Beautiful Villa!

We enjoyed our stay in this beautiful villa and really hope to be back! Spacious, well-appointed and absolutely gorgeous views! Just a short drive to Cruz Bay for dinners and shopping.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

J Hunter B.

2 February 2022

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PoiPu in Paradise

Great accommodations for our family of 6. The 3 and 7yr olds loved the pool. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at PoiPu and would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Fenner

The Fenners currently reside in Port St. Joe, Florida and also have a condo in Quechee, Vermont. We enjoy skiing, , waterskiing, wakeboarding, kayaking, tennis and are recent fans of pickle ball! We have two married children and two grand children and are looking forward to family gatherings at Poi Pu!

Why they chose this property

The Fenner matriarch and patriarch purchased land on Chocolate Hole in the late 70s after spending two weeks on a sailboat and needing some shore time and Chocolate Hole offered not only beautiful ocean views but a constant tropical windward breeze. The property has been passed on to the children and we take pride in owning such a wonderful vacation home. It has been a favorite and special place to gather with family and friends, and those who have rented it can't wait to return.

What makes this property unique

Poi Pu offers the luxury of a Caribbean vacation home yet the comforts home. It is situated on a hillside of tropical flowers giving way to warm tropical breezes. The wraparound deck and pool area offer total seclusion from any of the surrounding villas. A 5 minute ride into downtown Cruz Bay makes it a convenient location to restaurants and shopping.

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10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

The Perfect Fit!

Molly H.

8/10 Good

Juliette S.

House

Juliette S.

10/10 Excellent

Chris j.

Island life

Chris j.

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

Perfect

Donald B.

8/10 Good

Aleixo S.

Relaxing and Blessed Time

Aleixo S.

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

great vacay

sarah v.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Quiet and Comfortable

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A secluded, peaceful, unbelievable beauty, nature inspired, relaxful vacation.