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

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A pool with a stone edge, surrounded by a wooden deck and a thatched roof structure.
A house with a wooden deck, a door, and a window.
Property grounds
Property grounds
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Great Cruz Bay
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Chocolate Hole, St. John
  • Place, Chocolate Hole
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Chocolate Hole Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

LOFT Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Poolside Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
$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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 314592vb
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 some solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Blackbeard's Castle is a notable landmark, and 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 horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Chocolate Hole, St. John

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Rendezvous Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sunset Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬7 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.

How much does it cost to stay at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System on 19 August 2026 start from NZ$1,080, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

On-site parking is available at the 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 Rendezvous Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was fantastic before and during our stay. Close to town and had everything we needed for a vacation in St John.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing time staying at this property! It had a wonderful view, the deck was great for hanging out as well as the hammock and the pool for relaxing. Not having potable water was not an issue for us - we just picked up 2 jugs on our way in and it lasted the whole time. All the amenities were great. The open doors created a lovely cross breeze. My teenage girls loved sleeping in the loft and the adults enjoyed the bedrooms with AC. The garden/landscaping was serene.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was great and very responsive. Amenities great but trouble with locks, dishwasher. Location OK.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jared M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time at Poi Pu! The location is close to Cruz Bay so it’s close to the grocery stores, restaurants, shopping and the ferry. It’s also only a 15-20 minute drive to most of the beaches. Even though you’re close to Cruz Bay, it was really quiet at night. The house was perfect for my family of 4. The bottom two bedrooms have AC. The loft doesn’t but there were two fans on the floor and the overhead fan for air movement. The kitchen was well stocked for us to cook several meals at the house. The pool was a great plus for us to use after a day at the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

darren d.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Jackie did a good job getting back to us and giving us useful information. This place is set up nicely with beautiful views and in a great location to get to many places. The place could use some updates on some things and was told new doors were going to be put on in a few months, which will be really nice. The couch did have stains on it, but we just put down some towels. It's probably not the easiest getting furniture to the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emily R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in
The property was clean and had a great deck with amazing views. The location was great- far enough from the traffic in Cruz Bay, but close enough that it took less than 10 minutes to get to restaurants, the grocery store, etc. The kitchen was well appointed with everything we needed. Communication with the host was good and she was very responsive. However, communication with the property manager wasn’t great- the directions to get there were not accurate based on where we were coming from and it took several calls and us driving around and around to figure out where to go. The front door stuck badly and took multiple tries to open and close. There was only AC in the two bedrooms and loft got really hot, so our son had to move downstairs and share the other bedroom. The couch in the living room was stained and very uncomfortable. Also, be aware that there is only 1 shower for the whole house- we didn’t realize this as the listing showed 2 bathrooms. There were two shower heads in said shower, but only one of them would allow hot water to come out. And due to the fact that there is only AC in the bedrooms, the bathrooms were very stuffy and hot. Lack of central AC may be the case for most houses in St. John, but as this was our first time there, I can’t say for sure.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 April 2026
Hi Emily and than you for your candid review. I apologize for the door lock situation. I ordered a new door several weeks ago (things take forever to get on an island!) but I didn't know there was an issue with locking or unlocking until my kids and grandkids arrived after you left. Regarding the showers, we do have two - there is an outside one by the pool. I asked my son about no hot water coming out of one of the spigots and he said there was - it was just reversed. I'll address that when we get to there next month. Also, I do advertise that there is AC in the downstairs bedrooms only. Since we have those beautiful doors that all open out to the deck (which we are replacing with glass sliders when we're there) it would be a shame to have to close up the whole house to air the bathrooms. In fact, my husband and I have been going there since our kids were babies, and we never had air until about 15 years ago, so we're used to island life. Lastly, about the couch I apologize for that as well as our cleaning person is supposed to steam clean it after each turnover and I guess it didn't get done. It's a pain couch and that, too, we plan on replacing when we get there. So, after having said all this, I do hope you'll come back again and as a thank you for your troubles, I'd like to extend a 10% discount if you decide to come back. Cheers! Jackie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have stayed on St. John several times and Poi Pu is my favorite villa yet! It has a swiss family robinson tree house vibe. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was welcome but the loft had a nice breeze such that our friend who stayed there had no problem sleeping comfortable underneath blankets. The setup is wonderful and the shower is so cool! You feel like you are under the sea! Our daughters adored the pool. The sunrise and sunset views from the wraparound porch were picturesque and we all loved hanging on the hammock with a good book in the mornings and afternoons. The location is super convenient to the amenities of cruz bay while also feeling like you are in a secluded tropical paradise. The owner was incredibly helpful and communicative during our stay and check in was an absolute breeze. I will 100% be returning to Poi Pu for our next trip to paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location and spectacular views! Loved the hammock and plunge pool, then relaxing in the shade. A/C in two of the bedrooms worked well. Space enough for the five of us to spread out and relax — quiet and calm. Very peaceful. One item to note: Host informed us after arriving that the water isn’t potable — only suitable for showering and washing dishes. Also not advertised were requested water-saving restrictions (selective toilet flushing and navy showers). Would have preferred to know that in advance, and to be provided at least a couple gallons of water as a starter before having to run to the grocery.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 January 2026
Hi Charles and I am so happy you and your guests enjoyed Poi Pu! I must respond, however, to your claim that you were unaware that the water is not drinkable as I sent you a message directly after your reservation was made with lots of information on car rentals, grocery delivery, off island excursions AND the number for Love City Water as a great place to fill water jugs for $1 since you can't drink the water (although you can shower and brush teeth, etc.). Apparently, you didn't read my message or forgot about it along the way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

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

Perfect

Perfect stay, close to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2025
Hi Don and I'm happy you enjoyed your stay at Poi Pu. Hope you return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Aleixo S.

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

Relaxing and Blessed Time

Property was rustic and simple with old world charm. Wonderful time seeing the island!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris j.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Family vacation

Our stay was wonderful. We were provided with all the amenities we needed. Loved watching the sunrises from the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 January 2022
Hi Darlene and thank you for taking such good care of Poi Pu during your stay. We hope you'll come back! Cheers, Jackie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Hunter B.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Juliette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

John C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

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

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
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Poi Pu = Paradise

My wife and I took our 14 yr old son and 18 yr old daughter on a trip back to St. John in celebration of our 20 year marriage. The property lived up to it's reputation and more! The huge wrap-around deck was a favorite as it allowed you to take in the fantastic views no matter where you sat. Open up the doors all around the main living area and achieve the same thing. We grilled and ate at home often because it was so easy to do. The location is a great launch point to both Cruz Bay, the Center road and all the beaches, plus Coral Bay. The house gives you enough room to have your space and be together, and we could immediately feel relaxed and at home the moment we got there. It was perfect!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Jeff and I are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Poi Pu; your review was eloquent! We hope you will make Poi Pu your favorite getaway and will come back again!

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Fenner

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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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