Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land.

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Haiku - 3 bdrms - Pool - Spa - Private - Great family retreat on acre of land.

Haiku is easily accessible from Great Cruz Bay Road, very close to Cruz Bay.

Just minutes away from St. John's spectacular beaches.

To the south view Chocolate Hole and the Caribbean...

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Location
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Enjoy the area

St John, USVI

Cruz Bay Beach6 min drive
Honeymoon Beach9 min drive
Trunk Bay18 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)68 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Rates posted in the VRBO calculator are for 1-2 guests. RATES FOR 3 TO 6 GUESTS ARE LISTED HERE. If booking for 3-6 guests, please request us to adjust the VRBO payment calculator for correct payment total. You will be the only family using this private home.

Jan. 2 - April 16: 1-2pp $2800, 3-4pp $3150, 5-6pp $3675. April 17 - Dec. 17: 1-2pp $2100, 3-4pp $2400, 5-6pp $2800.
Christmas & New Year's Weeks: $5600. Thanksgiving Week: $2800.

Get close to St. John’s abundant natural beauty with this secluded and affordable island home. Just a few minutes’ drive from Cruz Bay, HAIKU is the first architect-designed, traditional Caribbean-style house built on the island. Designed in native West Indian style influenced by the Danish plantation great-houses, Haiku is built on one floor at ground level; it is safe for children and is wheelchair accessible. Entry is through a garden gate beyond which is a covered, open-air living/dining room pavilion made from hand-laid stone. Island trade winds keep you cool while lounging in the living room, eating at the dining room table, or just enjoying the peace and quiet of the adjoining tiled patio. A garden of native flowers and trees provide shade and quiet not just for you, but for island birds and animals as well. While cooling off in the patio swimming pool (about 19' x 9' x max. 4.5' depth), you might spot one of the resident iguanas feeding on the garden flowers.

The two Master bedrooms have private baths that are air-conditioned and separated by the living/dining room, allowing for privacy for two couples. A third air-conditioned bedroom is adjacent to the Master suite and perfect for another couple or children. Plus, there is an outdoor shower to wash off all the sand you’ve accumulated from enjoying St. John’s phenomenal beaches.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a four-burner stove, oven, microwave, countertop toaster/oven, blender for cocktails, refrigerator, and plenty of cupboard and counter space. China, glasses, silverware, cooking vessels, and utensils are provided as well as place mats, dish towels, a gas barbecue grill, and other amenities to make cooking easy and fun. A washing machine, dryer, and clothesline are located behind the kitchen, and Haiku has a Filter & UV Water Treatment System. The driveway can easily accommodate two vehicles, so invite new friends over for drinks after dark while marveling at the luminous night sky.

Keywords: nature, garden, vistas, swimming pool, hot tub, full kitchen, air conditioning, HDTV, breeze, sunset.

Property manager

Charlotte Holstein

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Honeymoon Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St John, USVI

What's nearby

Chocolate Hole - 19 min walk
Cruz Bay Beach - 6 min drive
Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive
Honeymoon Beach - 9 min drive
Trunk Bay - 18 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - 6 min drive
Cruz Bay Landing - 6 min drive
Beach Bar - 6 min drive
Lovango Rum Bar - 6 min drive
Tap & Still - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land. ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Haiku is Private Retreat on Acre of Land. located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Great Cruz Bay and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Chocolate Hole are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

cathy s.

20 March 2024

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

Haiku is paradise

Haiku is the perfect place to spend a week in beautiful St. John. The view is amazing, the landscaping is wonderful. The house is very well stocked and with that gorgeous view of Chocolate Hole, we ended up eating dinner at Haiku 6 of the 7 nights we were there! The open air floor plan in the living/dining area and the multiple seating areas around the pool give you plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the break from winter at home. We enjoyed every minute at Haiku and hope to return there in the future

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

5 January 2024

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

Wonderful place!

Great location. The property managers were so nice and kept in touch the whole time. I would def stay again!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

5 November 2023

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

Enjoyed our stay!

My family, including 2 kids (7 & 9), just stayed for 5 nights as our fall break trip. The house was great for our stay. The open concept made relaxing at the house still feel like a relaxing island vacation. The pool is small, but served our needs well and was used every day. The location was nice - easy to find and not far from town and shopping.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

23 October 2023

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

Just Heaven

This house is very well equipped. Beach towels,chairs,coolers all ready for the beach. AC in bedrooms was nice touch. The open air living space is amazing. Might need spray since all the rain they are having a field day. Thermo cell units would be a plus. Didn’t use the hot tub but pool every day.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane Y.

26 August 2023

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

Amazing

Everything was perfect. Great communication with property mgr. The greeter met us at the ferry to drive us to the property. The house was great. Everything we needed. King bed was comfortable. Pool, jacuzzi was nice. Kitchen stocked. Beach towels, coolers, chairs. Highly recommend

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Charlotte Holstein

One owner is a retired manufacturer of decorative accessories for the home and the other is involved in a regional, not-for-profit program that works with government, businesses, and other non-profit organizations to build sustainable communities that improve the quality of life for all citizens.

Why they chose this property

We love the island of St. John for its natural beauty, slow pace, upbeat and friendly islanders, gorgeous beaches, colorful coral reefs, hiking trails, and Caribbean shopping.

What makes this property unique

Haiku has wonderful views. When one looks outward, everywhere you look is another beautiful vista both close by and in the distance, yet privacy is maintained. The unique architectural style of Haiku allows cooling trade winds to flow through the rooms. Many of the island animals take advantage of the garden’s native plantings. It is not unusual to see, iguanas, lizards, butterflies and birds of all kinds visiting Haiku while you’re there. Put some sugar out in the bird feeder to lure hummingbirds and bananaquits. Some of the best moments come just lounging in the swimming pool, looking at the sailboats in Chocolate Hole, having an evening cocktail while watching the sun set, or relaxing in the hot tub while seeing the Milky Way more clearly than you ever could in a city.