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Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 283.6 sq m
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Explore the area
St. John, USVI
- Virgin Islands National Park7 min drive
- Cruz Bay Beach8 min drive
- Trunk Bay17 min drive
- St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)59 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View
Cactus Flower Cottage is a charming 1-bedroom cottage nestled in Fish Bay, one of St. John's quietest neighborhood. Built amoungst 200 year old ruins still visable on property. Enjoy fresh papaya, coconut and other fruit from trees throughout the gardens when in season. A 10-minute ride from Cruz Bay on paved roads. The cottage includes a full kitchen, covered deck, outside private native stone shower, established landscaping, air-conditioning in the bedroom, cable TV, high-speed internet, solar hot water, water view of Fish Bay and the Caribbean Sea. Guests at the cottage have full use of the pool, which is adjacent to the main house. North Shore Beach access is a 5-10 minute drive. South Shore Beaches, historic ruin sites and National Park Trails are walking distance. Vehicle rental is strongly recommended. Taxi service is also easy.
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether 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 recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
St. John
Located in St. John, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port.
Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
St. John, USVI
What's nearby
- Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
- Cruz Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
- Caneel Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.4 km
- Cinnamon Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
- Trunk Bay - 17 min drive - 7.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Windmill Bar - 12 min drive
- Woody's Seafood Saloon - 11 min drive
- Roti King Foodtruck - 12 min drive
- Greengo’s - 12 min drive
- Sun Dog Cafe - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Contact Joe and Tina
Joe is a licensed contractor on St John. Tina is a Finance Manager and Real Estate Agent. Our combined family includes 3 daughters who attend college and highschool in the Carolinas. And a son who works and lives in Charlotte, NC. Joe has lived on St. John since 1974 when his parents moved here with their 7 kids. Two siblings and his parents still live on St. John. Tina has lived on St John since 2004 and previously in the 80’s.
Why they chose this property
Joe found a unique piece of property with historical ruins and pictured building his dream home. He first designed and built Cactus Flower to live in. The cottage has all custom woodworking throughout. He and Tina now live in the main house that he also designed and built. Joe and Tina also own the adjoining property.
What makes this property unique
The cottage and main villa encompass 250 year old ruins. Together with the adjoining property, there are fruit trees and gardens to enjoy.
Languages:
English
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