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Charming Luxury Villa with Super Views/Pool/ 2-8 Guests

Charming Luxury Villa with Super Views/Pool/ 2-8 Guests

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Overview of Charming Luxury Villa with Super Views/Pool/ 2-8 Guests

10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

St. John
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park12 min walk
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay8 min drive
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach15 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)86 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Luxury Villa with Super Views/Pool/ 2-8 Guests

Tucked into the lush mountainside above Coral Bay, behind an electronic gate, Great Turtle Villa is a casually elegant vacation villa with four bedrooms in two two-story pavilions bisected by a pool.

Great Turtle Villa is accessed via all paved roads, a rare amenity on St. John and very welcome in a tropical downpour. It is located in the comfortable, upscale neighborhood of Upper Carolina. Surrounding homes are on large lots hidden by lush foliage which provides lots of privacy. Enter Great Turtle Villa's drive through an electronic gate which not only adds extra privacy and security but it also keeps the wild donkeys out!

The front door opens onto the larger pavilion's main level which contains the attractive living and dining areas and the fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with a marble-topped work table and breakfast bar. In the living area, a flat-screen TV, stereo, DVD, plus music and video libraries, provide indoor entertainment. The fully-equipped kitchen boasts stainless appliances, granite counters and enough dishes, bake ware and pans to satisfy the most particular chef. Hand-polished mahogany screened french doors open onto spacious shaded decks with cushy rockers and inviting chaises perfect for enjoying the cool trade winds. An outdoor walkway above the pool and courtyard garden leads to the other pavilion with its master bedroom suite. An open staircase heads down beside the garden, passing exquisite orchids and a stately coconut palm, as it leads to the pool level with three more bedrooms and a home office.

All four equal size bedrooms open onto large decks with dazzling views, have AC, adjoining baths and walk-in closets making Great Turtle Villa a perfect vacation rental for friends or families to share. No one gets stuck in the "back bedroom with no view". The pool, just steps from your bedroom, is perfect, from a morning dip to a midnight swim. The lush courtyard garden ensures total privacy for swimming or sunning on the deck. When children are present, to keep them safe, self-locking gates around the pool can be utilized. The home office is equipped with high-speed internet, WiFi, a printer, and copier.

Just minutes from fabulous National Park beaches and the funky bars and restaurants of Coral Bay, this villa's central location allows easy access to both sides of St. John. Cruz Bay is only a 20 minute drive away and all the best hiking trails are within easy reach.

Everything about Great Turtle invites you to relax. Spend the day in the cushy rockers on the deck or let your cares slip away as you lounge by the pool. The Caribbean-style decor offers a comfortable mix of inviting antiques and pleasant elegance. The villa's lush tropical gardens are filled with birds-of-paradise, scarlet bougainvillea and rainbow-colored hibiscus. Slice a papaya for breakfast or pick your own lime for cocktails. But it's the awe-inspiring view - sparkling white sails bobbing on turquoise water in Coral Bay, shimmering islands on the horizon, the ever-changing greens on the verdant hills of Bordeaux Mountain, the speckled browns of sugar mill ruins peeking through the foliage of Carolina Valley - that you will carry forever in the memory of your visit to St. John and Great Turtle Villa!

As one guest from Connecticut said, "I travel the world for my work and have seen many beautiful places, but, I must say, your home and the view of Coral Bay tops them all!"

Property manager

Kathy Lewand
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Sustainability

Sustainability practices

Double-glazed windows
Energy-saving switches
Housekeeping on request
Water-efficient showers
Humane treatment of on-site wild animals
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 7
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children seven and older only.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

St. John

This villa is located in Maho Bay Quarter, a neighborhood in St. John, and is in the mountains and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 12 min walk
  • Trunk Bay - 8 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 14 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 21 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 4 min drive
  • The Windmill Bar - 18 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 23 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 9 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dr Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Home Thank you!
Felt so at home - the views of the sunrise and sunset from the deck was amazing - we'd go to the beach during the day and make it back for dinner and amazing sunsets - perfect! Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milo and Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay at this home….it’s a beautiful property with plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for our party of six. We loved the pool and were thankful for air conditioning in the bedrooms. The only caveat was no A/C in the living area….even with the windows open and fans on, it was too warm to gather there in the evenings, so we hung out on the porch where there was plenty of island breeze. Overall had an amazing stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
As advertised...we had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing!
Great Turtle was the perfect spot for our family. The views of Coral Bay are incredible and we spent most of our time, when we were at the house, sitting on the deck enjoying the view and the breeze. The kids spent most of their time in the pool. We had great communication from the property management team from booking through the end of our stay. We found this to be one of the most well-stocked properties we've ever stayed in. There was nothing we needed that we couldn't find in the house. The location really can't be beat. Close to the shops/restaurants of Coral Bay and only a 10-15 minute drive to the beaches. We really couldn't have selected a better property for our vacation and we'll definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Excellently equipped villa with spectacular views. The deck was spacious and a great place to hang out. The pool was large enough to accommodate several people without being crowded. We really appreciated the amount of beach chairs, coolers, etc so we didn't have to bring our own! Two small caveats: we wish there were shades on the windows so we didn't have to use towels, and there is no real wifi coverage in the downstairs bedrooms.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Lewand

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Why they chose this property

We had sailed in the Virgin Islands for 15 years with our 4 children and came to love St. John. When our children started having children of their own, we decided it was time to get land based and built a home that would be comfortable for all of us. Now we have 11 grandchildren who all come to visit us in St. John and have learned to love it here as much as we do.

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