Swim in comfort year-round in the heated pool, a rare find in this location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Chocolate Hole
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
On beach
Private pool
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Cruz Bay, St John
Chocolate Hole Beach
Place, Chocolate Hole Beach
1 min walk
Chocolate Hole
Place, Chocolate Hole
1 min walk
Great Cruz Bay
Place, Great Cruz Bay
3 min drive
St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
59 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Lower Level King Bedroom
1 King Bed
Lower Level Queen Bedroom
2 Queen Beds
Upper Left Bedroom
1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed
Upper Middle Bedroom
1 King Bed
Upper Right Bedroom
1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Guest Bathroom
Toilet
lower level
Toilet · Shower only
Upper Left Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upper Middle Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Upper Right Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR
SHANGRI-LA VILLA-For The Ultimate Beachfront Luxury on St. John
Direct Beachfront | Heated Infinity Pool | Large Jetted Jacuzzi l Whole-House Generator l Complimentary Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle Boards & Snorkeling Gear for your use *Please book from a Saturday-Saturday only* *Events, Weddings, Receptions are extra, contact us for a quote*
Imagine stepping out your door onto soft sand with the turquoise Caribbean Sea just steps away. Welcome to Shangri-La Villa, St. John’s premier beachfront luxury villa where paradise feels truly effortless. Nestled in a beachfront/oceanfront setting, this stunning retreat offers direct access to calm, turquoise blue waters perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and unforgettable memories.
*Beachfront Bliss at Your Doorstep*
*Sandy beach right outside the villa *Calm, crystal-clear turquoise waters with no strong winds or rough seas *Exceptional snorkeling on vibrant reefs — A great spot on the island to see sea turtles grazing and schools of colorful tropical fish *Complimentary water toys: kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, snorkel gear for the whole group, and life jackets in various sizes *Comfortable lounge chairs on the beach, beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers
Signature Outdoor Luxury
*Heated oceanfront infinity pool with breathtaking views *Huge jetted jacuzzi *Large custom brick patio with an ocean-facing bar table — the perfect spot for sunset cocktails, watching boats sail by, and listening to gentle waves *Outdoor dining table seating 12 *Shaded areas and expansive space for sunning, relaxation, or group gatherings Corn Hole, Giant Jenga, and plenty of games
Inside Your Tropical Sanctuary
*5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms *Fully air-conditioned with Smart TVs in the great room and every bedroom *High-speed wireless internet throughout the villa and down to the oceanfront *Spectacular custom features and original artwork throughout *Board games for family fun
Prime Location & Total Convenience *Only about a 5-minute drive to Cruz Bay for dining, shopping, and groceries, yet wonderfully private and secluded in your own beachfront paradise. *Unmatched Peace of Mind & Service *A whole-house generator automatically engages during any island power outage — so you’ll always have cool A/C, cold drinks, and preserved food. No interruptions to your vacation.
We are the Scotts, proud owners and hands-on managers of St. John Resort Villas. Our dedicated team delivers service and convenience you won’t find anywhere else on the island:
*Choose your preferred Jeep/SUV rental on our website — delivered to the villa with keys ready (no lines, no paperwork) *Optional luxury transfers from the airport to villa *Private land and sea excursions, including boat trips around St. John and to the British Virgin Islands with pickup/drop-off near the villa *In-villa chef-prepared meals, oceanfront massages/facials, available upon request
Perfect for Families, Groups & Special Occasions *Shangri-La has hosted happy families and groups from around the world for unforgettable vacations. It also makes a stunning setting for intimate weddings and celebrations (event fees apply — contact us for a custom quote). *Base rate is for up to 10 guests. Additional guests welcome for a small fee. *Please book Saturday to Saturday only for 7, 14, or 21 nights to fully enjoy your stay in paradise. *Your vacation in paradise awaits at Shangri-La. Where the sea is your backyard, luxury meets barefoot ease, and every detail is taken care of. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Check out our other beachfront Properties just steps from the Ocean. **The Palms North 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half bath **The Palms South 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, 1 half bath **Beach Oasis- 6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms-
A close walk to Shangri-La Villa: *Poseidon's Retreat-3 bedrooms/4 baths *Neptune's Retreat-3 bedrooms/4 baths
**Lime in de Coconut Villa-5 bedrooms, 4 baths
**Utopia Villa Peter Bay-7 bedrooms/8 baths This is an ultra-luxury villa with 7 bedrooms, 8 baths has just underwent a multi-million dollar redesign/renovation. The villa has spectacular views of the islands of Tortola, Jost Van Dyke, St Thomas, smaller islands, the beautiful sea and the North Shore Beaches. The sunsets are amazing!!
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Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: owner approval-contact owner for a quote
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
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
About the area
St. John
Located in St. John, this villa is 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 66 min drive
Restaurants
Woody's Seafood Saloon - 8 min drive
Cruz Bay Landing - 8 min drive
The Longboard - 8 min drive
Morgan's Mango - 8 min drive
Greengo’s - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR?
As of 1 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR on 2 October 2026 start from NZ$3,351, 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 Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beachfront, HEATED Pool, Spa, Snorkel gear, Kayaks, SUPs, Near Town-GENERATOR located?
Nestled on the beach, this St. John villa is steps from Chocolate Hole and 1.8 mi (3 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Great Cruz Bay are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
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Shangrila Villa says it all! The villa was incredible, very clean, perfect location, wonderful property. Would absolutely rent this villa again. It is a property and location that you have to experience for yourself to fully understand. I just don’t have the words other than it is even better than the pictures. The villa also had all the amenities you would want and being beachfront & pool was unbeatable.
We really enjoyed our trip to St John. The Shangri La Villa was perfect!!! Beautiful and fully stocked with anything you may need in terms of appliances, games, wireless outdoor speaker and more. The pool and jacuzzi were the perfect end to our days exploring the island. A boat charter is a must. We swam with turtles in Salt Pond bay and enjoyed the best snorkeling along the rocks (better than Trunk Bay).
The property fit our family so nicely. The pool, hot tub, beach and availability of kayaks, paddle boards as well as beach chairs and umbrellas for the beach was so convenient. Such a great addition to the beautiful villa. Highly recommended for large families.
Everything about this home was perfect. Our family had a wonderful time. We all agreed it was our best family vacation ever. There were 13 of us spanning 3 generations. The pool, the views, the amenities provided, everything was perfect.
The property was as advertised. Nelli & Colby were great, any issues were addressed even going above & beyond what was expected. Was a perfect location for our family of 16 (8 grandkids 10-3)!
Our family of 14 had the most wonderful two weeks on
St John, and Villa Shangri La was the perfect place to stay! It was well equipped, both inside and out. The location was close to grocery stores, downtown, Mongoose Junction and a lot of the beaches. There was so much to do right there at the villa: great snorkeling in the bay, kayaking, paddle boarding, along with playing on the beach and in the pool. The convenience of renting cars right through them was so much easier! Megan and Pete were so helpful, with that and any questions we had. We will definitely rent again, when we make it back!!!
The property is gorgeous with plenty of amenities. The beach is steps away with 8 lounge chairs waiting for you. There are kayaks, long boards and life jackets located next to them. All snorkeling gear, beach chairs, rolling coolers, umbrellas are provided. The pool and hot tub have multiple options that are just a click away. The outdoor table seats over 12 and there are bar chairs to sit and look over the beach. Inside is a piece of heaven. Everything you can ask for and more. There is a large table, bar seats, smaller table and a breakfast nook. A coffee machine and Keuig are available. Lots of dishes, cups, wine glasses, cooking utensils, pots and pans. There is even a stocked spice rack. Very large seating area with a large TV we never used. Also, in every room there is a TV. We stayed in the Master Suite. Wow! It was very large with a comfy bed, plenty of pillows and room to unpack. The closet is supersized with a ton of hangers. The Master Bathroom has a deep tub that overlooks Chocolate Hole, and a roomy shower. . Private toilet which was super important to me. It is a large counter space with a large vanity and seat. This place could not be any more perfect. We didn’t have many questions because there was a book with all the information you need. We took the boat transportation which was worth the money. They pulled in to Chocolate Hole dropped off our luggage and we were treated, and felt like, VIPS.
Everything we needed and more. The home was beautiful, well appointed and steps from the beach with infinity pool and massive adjacent hot tub. Multiple snorkeling gear was provided and the showers all had large bottles of body wash shampoo and cream rinse. All of the bathrooms were huge, although I do wish they had doors on them. The view was incredible and we would have had a great time even if we had never left the property. Plenty of room for our group of 11.
We loved our stay at Shangri-La and were so impressed with this brand new villa! The views are breathtaking and the villa itself is modern, spacious and high-end! No detail was spared on both the design and all the amenities the place has to offer. The owners also provide exceptional service and truly cared about making our visit top notch.
This was our first time to St John’s and now know that Chocolate Hole in particular is the place to stay. The snorkeling is the best on the island (based on going to 4 different spots) and Shangri-La provides every piece of equipment, from paddle boards to kayaks to snorkeling gear!
We have stayed in many villas over the years and this is definitely a 5-star villa that I highly recommend!
Shangri-La villa is even more spectacular than the pictures!!
Grand, elegant and refined for the most selective tastes!
I can't say enough about this wonderful villa and it's beachfront, very private location; truly a dream vacation! We're an active and we were very spoiled having everything right at the villa; kayaks, paddle boards, snorkeling gear and the beautiful infinity pool and huge jacuzzi. Everything was wonderful!! The views of the Caribbean Sea throughout the villa were as my daughter would say "to die for." Sunsets by the pool-outstanding!!!
We loved the owners and staff who assisted us with the best vacation experience we've ever had on St John.
There really is nothing on the island that compares to how spectacular this villa is!! We'll be back!
Shangri-La Villa over exceeded what we could ever imagine a villa on St John could ever be; elegant, refined and beautifully appointed. We've traveled worldwide, this was was one of the most grand places we've ever stayed!! Everyone had an amazing time!! The location was spectacular, the sunsets were amazing! Sitting out on the patio, swimming in the pool or relaxing in the hot tub, the Caribbean Water is in direct view! The views everywhere whether outside or inside were just amazing! There were kayaks, SUPS and snorkeling gear that we all enjoyed. This was an amazing place; a great escape from our busy life in the city. The owners are marvelous people who helped us tremendously with planning! We all recommend this villa and we'll be planning another vacation here again!
Janet W.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by Marykae & Al
We are the Scott's, Al & Marykae, the owners of Lime in de Coconut, Utopia Peter Bay, Shangri-La Villa, The Beach Oasis Villa, The Palms Villa, Pirates Landing Villa, Coconut Cottage, Poseidon’s Retreat and Neptune's Retreat. Yes, that is a lot of villas on the island; it genuinely attests to our love of St John!! We love the quiet calm and natural beauty of the island!! It's a very special place with an enchanting town, gentle green hillsides, and crystal clear, turquoise blue tropical water.
We first started coming to the island as a couple in 2011 and rented various accommodations. After many frequent trips to the island, we decided that it's time to buy our own place; somewhere we can call home and that would encompass what we loved about our frequent stays. Waterfront, directly on the water was what we both loved and that was our number one criterion when searching. We saw Lime in de Coconut Villa advertised and immediately fell in love with it and bought it right then. All our family love the island and at our family gatherings, there's always a great story or fabulous memory shared. It's everyone's favorite place to vacation!! St. John is a magical piece of this earth full of amazing blessings from God and nature. We loved the villa so much that we got married at Lime In De Coconut in 2017!
In renting our villa we found that all of our guests loved the villa and we kept hearing time and time again it was there best ever vacation. It was from this that we decided to expand this into a little business and started to look for the perfect properties on St. john. We want all our guests to Love St John and have the best vacation possible as we do. We know you will catch the feel good vibes of the island and our villas too! This is our escape from reality-haaaa!!
Come on down have some fun and relaxation and when done take away memories of a life!
Why they chose this property
We love being directly on the ocean, and to be on the sandy beach also is a dream come true. We're so happy to have found this property. There's nothing better than being on the sand and swimming in the ocean that is only steps away from the patio. Enjoy drinks on the patio while watching the kids play in the sand and swim in the ocean. Never have a warm drink at the beach again!!
What makes this property unique
Luxury on the sandy beach with all the fun toys to play with!! Kayaks, Stand-up Paddle Boards, Snorkeling Gear, Boogie Boards...it's all here and just outside the door.