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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8424.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom # 2 (Azure)
1 King Bed
Bedroom # 3 (Sage)
1 King Bed
Bedroom # 4 (Coral)
2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
Master Bed Room (Main level)
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom in Bedroom #2 (Azure)
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom in Guest room #3 (Sage)
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bedroom Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Powder Room
Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child waiver needs to be signed
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
$500 deposit will be forfeited
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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Peterborg
Located in St. Thomas, this villa is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Coki Point Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

St. Thomas
What's nearby
- Little Magens - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Magens Bay - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Magens Bay Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
- Magens Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
- Sapphire Beach - 16 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taphus Beer House - 8 min drive
- Magen's Bay Beach Bar & Cafe - 4 min drive
- Pizza Hut - 8 min drive
- Virgilio's - 8 min drive
- Ideal Restaurant - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
1 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittenie P.
18 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brittenie P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jaclynn P.
4 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, amazing views, and a great location!
Jaclynn P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy M.
10 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location Location Location
Amy M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathan
28 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nathan
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Peggy F.
28 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular views
Peggy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly S.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday trip
Kimberly S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
4 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Verified traveller
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
courtney p.
6 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island life at it's best!
courtney p.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brian G.
6 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
World class view!
Brian G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
maria e.
6 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homecoming
maria e.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
alex n.
11 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week in Paradise!
alex n.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David R.
19 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking!
David R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon S.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa of Paradise
Shannon S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
David S.
23 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Almost Heaven in STT
David S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Scott H.
1 December 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
Scott H.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
SUSAN G.
26 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One Word: Amazing
SUSAN G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen G.
12 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas at Villa Joie de Vivre
Karen G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christopher C.
13 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house in paradise!
Christopher C.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole K.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Joie de Vivre!
Nicole K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
4 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay at Joie de Vivre, St. Thomas
Verified traveller
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Edward C.
6 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas / New Years Holiday 2024/2025
Edward C.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff and Danielle S.
24 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay and Beautiful Home and Views
Jeff and Danielle S.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan C.
6 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just Magical
Susan C.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark N.
24 February 2018
Paradise Found At Villa Joie de Vivre! A 6 Star Property!
Mark N.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
About the host
Hosted by Katherine Shegrud
We have always been St Thomas enthusiasts! We moved from Northern Virginia where we had lived for 15 years, and had lived in the Bay Area of California and Puerto Rico previously. We wanted a peaceful, private and ocean view setting for our villa, and Joie De Vivre is perfect for indoor and outdoor living that provides us with the exceptionally serene and exquisite ocean viewing tapestry. We completed construction and finishing of Villa Joie De Vivre in 2014, and are the original owners.
Why they chose this property
You will wake in the morning and bring your coffee to our grand lanai to join the sweet air from the fresh ocean breeze, Caribbean warmth and the many types of birds flying or singing within view. The usual sounds from you and your party will be silence at the natural beauty and everchanging seascape, and laughter as you recount yesterday's events and plan to do more today.
We looked at lots all over St. Thomas and on both sides of the Peterborg peninsula, and fell in love with the ocean and down island view, fresh ocean breeze and tranquil setting of Joie De Vivre. We could not have picked a better place to live or to vacation. We also enjoy swimming, paddle boarding or just talking while using noodles in the calm, clear ocean water. Magen's Bay is just a one mile drive from our villa. The crystal clear blue water is amazing, and most times we are in the water, brown pelicans dive nearby to catch little minnows and we usually see a leatherback turtle or two swimming just 20-30 feet away.
We looked at lots all over St. Thomas and on both sides of the Peterborg peninsula, and fell in love with the ocean and down island view, fresh ocean breeze and tranquil setting of Joie De Vivre. We could not have picked a better place to live or to vacation. We also enjoy swimming, paddle boarding or just talking while using noodles in the calm, clear ocean water. Magen's Bay is just a one mile drive from our villa. The crystal clear blue water is amazing, and most times we are in the water, brown pelicans dive nearby to catch little minnows and we usually see a leatherback turtle or two swimming just 20-30 feet away.
What makes this property unique
Every day we are home we feel caressed by the quiet and peaceful setting -- gentle waves washing up against the coastline below us, lush tropical plants and palms that provide bountiful color and sway in the breeze, and a fabulous 'one in a million' down island view -- all soothing to the soul. We rest and play here like no other place on earth. The fresh, soft air that flows to us from the ocean will help us live until we are 110, it is virgin air! We also like the feel and friendliness of a small community and Sydney's Fancy and St. Thomas are just that. We are just a few miles drive to the ferries that go to St. John, the BVIs and to Water Island, all amazing islands and great day trips. We have three great kids and three grandkids, and the trips they and their families take down here are wonderful and memory makers. They can't wait for their next trip to ' their villa' :-)
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