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BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B

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The Captain's Perch...great spot for a Pain Killer & sunsets!
Sunsets: the large 15' x 20' screened in Veranda...with the sounds of the surf.
Contemporary open floor plan with cottage beach decor touches.
A coastal area with clear turquoise waters, a sandy beach, and a sailboat anchored near the shore.
Private gated entry....come and enjoy paradise at Seaside Vista!

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Cruz Bay Beach

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Place, Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Battery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Child Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Cruz Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Battery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. John Spice - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cruz Bay Visitor Center - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Shambles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Morgan's Mango - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BeachFront Cottage-St John's Best Kept Secret just 2 blks to Town, Rent 1 or 2 B located?

Located in St. John, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. St. John Spice and Battery are also within 10 minutes.

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. 128 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 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
Seaside Vista was beautiful! The location is great with sunset views at night and slow mornings overlooking the bay. The property was clean, comfortable and the perfect location. We enjoyed everything about the property and have already discussed staying there again the next time we are in St. John.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was the great, the view was stellar, the walk to town was close, we loved everything about it. Highly recommended! The host was very responsive, we did not need the kitchen or the grill, we ate out every night. You will really be pleased.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 October 2026
Happy Guests make me, as the hands-on Owner, happy. Thanks for your kind words.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed the area and our stay at the property.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host communicated well. Perfect location! Cute cottage! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family of four enjoyed our stay. Easy walk from the ferry, restaurants and bars in Cruz Bay. The house has everything you need. It was clean and the host was available if we would have needed anything. We spent a lot of time on the screened patio. Great sunset view!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The two of us loved the screened porch and the views! The location is primo and the convenience of the short walk to restaurants and shops saved the hassle of parking in town. Host was great !
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing! The view and porch are perfect. 5 minute walk to town. Michael gives you tons of information beforehand and is super helpful with any questions. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the view are the best parts. Mike was very responsive.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 March 2026
Thanks for returning to Seaside Vista. It says a lot when guests keep returning to my place for their stay on St John. Much appreciated; see you next year! Best Island Regards, Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of four would highly recommend this beautiful villa within a short walk of Cruz Bay. The home was easy to live in for our family, it was clean, and well appointed. The solar panels and Tesla battery is a great back up to occasional island power outages. The host did a wonderful job communicating details with us through our trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We loved hearing the waves every night! Our host was very responsive and provided us with a lot of very helpful recommendations. Would love to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2026
Thank you for your review. It's very rewarding when Guests show their appreciation. Especially for first timers to St John, I do my best to make your travel experience easy & stay wonderful. Paradise awaits!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Seaside Vista! The owner provided great information in advance, about not only the rental property, but also about ferry/taxi options, beach and restaurant info/suggestions, etc. This helped us tremendously with our trip planning. Everything was clean, with plenty of bath and kitchen towels provided. The villa is convenient for a quick walk to restaurants, shops, and ferries, while being just far enough away that we did not hear the music from town. The screen porch was the perfect spot for us to enjoy breakfast each morning! We were also pleased with the kitchen supplies/condiments and toiletries that were provided. We were very happy with the overall experience, and plan to return!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice! Location was ideal, Michael was gracious, and the island and the weather were welcoming!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Location

The location made it so easy to walk to Cruz Bay restaurants and when we drove to beaches they were easily accessible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael was thorough in his communication about things to do on the island, restaurants, what to expect in the cottage, and responded immediately to any questions we had. The cottage was comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed. The location was perfect! We watched the sunset each afternoon and relaxed to the sound of waves lapping in the bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 January 2026
Karyn & Don were the perfect guests. Its very rewarding as an Owner to know the extra effort I put into giving guests advice and info is appreciated. See you next time! Best Island Regards, Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was perfect for our stay and had everything we needed. We especially loved spending time on the screened in porch in the morning drinking coffee and in the evening watching the sunset. The location was great, it was just a few minute walk into town yet also very quiet. Our host provided a lot of information about places to eat and visit and was very responsive. We eould definately stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 December 2025
Thanks so much for your kind words Dan...paradise awaits your return! Happy Holidays! Best Island Regards, Michael
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location, within walking distance to the town center/ferry/taxis/restaurants. Very responsive communication from host, and the villa was well appointed and comfortable. The ocean views and constant sounds of the surf made the experience relaxing and restorative. We had a wonderful week exploring the beauty of St. John from this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 December 2025
Happy guests make my efforts worthwhile...thank you.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The view from the house was beautiful!

It was clean and very close to town so we could walk everywhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!!

Great location and perfect house!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect anniversary getaway

Spent a week here celebrating our wedding anniversary. Beautiful sunsets, quiet location close to Cruz Bay, well-equipped villa had everything we needed. The villa owner was very helpful, provided great information, and made our stay an enjoyable and memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had an amazing time. It's great for small families, and the owner was great at communicating all the details. We will be back again.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

It’s a fine place to stay
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little villa close to town

This villa is in a perfect location, walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in Cruz Bay. The veranda is perfect for your morning coffee overlooking the bay. Everything you need for a perfect vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

Really enjoyed our stay! Great screened in deck! (No mosquito bites) Great location! (Easy 5 min walk into town) Closeness to a beach! (Was able to snorkel and saw a lot of fish - 100 yards from villa)
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2021
Thanks Vic for your nice comments. For visitors who may not know, being so close to the water is a blessing when you have a giant (15' x 20') SCREENED IN Veranda to protect you from the bugs. Most places this close to town are not screened in. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property

This beautiful property is located in an ideal location with walking distance to Cruz Bay. The sunset views from the covered porch were a great way to end the day. We had a truly great vacation and were able to explore the island at our pace.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our Home in St John

4th time we stayed at Seaside Vista. The cottage is perfect for my husband and myself, the screened-in porch is one of the draws. The bedding, towels, bed and cleanliness are all in line with the cottage.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
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