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SOPRA MARE-OCEAN FRONT!!! 1,700 sq ft

SOPRA MARE-OCEAN FRONT!!! 1,700 sq ft

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Pool, Entry and Al Fresco Dining
Floor Plan Sopra Mare
Pool and Sunbathing area
Views for Miles with Crashing Surf Below
Water stays warm throughout the year and at night the pool light show is amazing

Overview of SOPRA MARE-OCEAN FRONT!!! 1,700 sq ft

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Ocean view

Check out the area

Cruz Bay, St. John
  • Popular LocationChocolate Hole1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSunset Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationChocolate Hole Beach9 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)69 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Convertible bed(s)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

SOPRA MARE-OCEAN FRONT!!! 1,700 sq ft

COME IN DOWN - THE WATER'S WARM! FULLY AIR CONDITIONED

We are taking every precaution to protect you during COVID!

The moment you arrive, the pampering begins. You are met dockside and escorted to your rental car. Then whisked away for a short five-minute trip to Sopra Mare.

I know you are tired from a long day’s journey so after you are acquainted with Sopra Mare sit down to a full course meal complete with wine provided by us, of course, on your outside patio table.

Listen to the soft winds blow and enjoy the sounds of island life. Totally unwind - I know you are tired from your hectic travels. Use free wifi to keep up with everything.

It’s now getting late so sit in the 80-degree private pool with extended light show a drink in your hand watching the lights of nearby islands.

Listen, do you hear that? Not a sound of another person near you. It’s just you and the Caribbean night.

Getting tired? Retire to the master suite fit for a king. A heavenly bed with Ritz Carlton pillows and 400 thread count color coordinated sheets await. There’s no white linens at your villa you. You expect, and we provide the very best.

Sleep well in your king bed as you watch cruise ships on the horizon through the full expansive doors then gently lay your head down for the first night of vacation.

Soothing surf crash below will quickly lull you to a night of blissful slumber.

Arise early, enjoy a refreshing shower from your rain forest shower head and of course, accompanied by London Molton Brown bath products world renowned for luxury at the most famous world five star hotels. Nothing is too good for you at Sopra Mare.

Now you’re ready for the beach. Load one of the multiple sized coolers, pack plenty of beach towels, grab a couple of Tommy Bahama ultra-comfortable beach chairs and begin your island adventure.

Each day you will rejoice in selecting Sopra Mare as your island vacation destination this time and for many vacations to come.

Sopra Mare (Above The Sea) is a stunning 1,600 sq ft cliffside villa, built n solid native rock set atop Maria Bluff in the most exclusive location in Chocolate Hole with crashing surf below

This unique home offers gated privacy yet has a one mile level walking circuit on paved roads where you may sip your morning coffee and watch iguana's cross your path. The villa is continually cooled by a slight gentle breeze which generally assures no biting insects.

Less than five minutes to town of Cruz Bay which offers excellent jazz at several locations on Saturday and Sunday including the famous Beach Bar - partial setting for my first book about St. John 'Keep Left.' Shopping and night life abound in Cruz Bay.

Other features include full laundry, digital cable, two connections for your iPod or MP3 player, secure, wireless high-speed Internet access for your laptop. A Bose speaker system for Bluetooth with your laptop or phone.

We want you to enjoy the full villa experience - therefore; if just two of you, no problem, bedrooms are NEVER locked off from your access.

Your villa is a world apart from noise and traffic; yet three minutes to the Westin Hotel, it's sandy beach and great Sunday Brunches.

Enjoy the song of the treefrogs late at night and wake to the hummingbirds making a feast on Sopra Mare flowers. Ceiling fans in all rooms and full individual frosty air conditioning in each bedroom await you.

Laze away in the pool on colorful rafts and turn on the pool lite show when the sun goes down - five colors and four speeds for your enjoyment.

If it's the right time take the villa binoculars and watch the Rolex Sailing Cup from the balconies with a cool beverage in your hand or dolphins, turtles and the occasional whale.

Sopra Mare has everything you would expect from an island home; convenience, elegance and comfort.

I look forward to your arrival at Sopra Mare we have a high percentage of returning guests, more than 40%. They recognize our high standards and striving for constant improvement.

Our overall occupancy at Sopra Mare is the highest on the island for two bedrooms. Guests expect and receive the best in quality, attention to detail from my excellent staff who have been providing service year after year at Sopra Mare.

NOTE: If you're seriously about staying I recommend reservations at least six to twelve months prior to your vacation dates. WE RENT UP VERY EARLY WITH MANY RETURNING GUESTS.

Please also check out 'Bordo Mare' VRBO 465589 a NEW sister property.
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Property manager

Mike Mullen

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Will Consider One Dog Less than 15 pds

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside and on the decks only

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is by the ocean. Catherineberg Ruins and Annaberg Plantation are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at American Yacht Harbor and Waterlemon Cay. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 1 min walk
  • Hart Bay - 4 min drive
  • Rendezvous Bay - 4 min drive
  • Sunset Beach - 9 min drive
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - 8 min drive
  • Cruz Bay Landing - 8 min drive
  • The Tap Room St. John Brewers - 8 min drive
  • Beach Bar - 8 min drive
  • Lovango Rum Bar - 8 min drive

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Amelia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous home!
House was gorgeous and well stocked with everyone you needed for the beach! Owner responded with any questions and great suggestions for the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible views
The villa's location is incredible. Truly spectacular views of the ocean from all decks and the pool. We loved staying here and would book again if we come back to St. John. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Steven D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and Gorgeous Views
The neighborhood is one of the more established and well kept neighborhoods. Minutes from the car ferry and Cruz Bay makes this property the ideal for all access to grocery stores, gym, beaches and night life on the town. This was definitely a beautiful well kept place with friendly people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful getaway
We enjoyed a week of decompression at Sopra Mare enjoying the views from the deck and the sand of the nearby beaches. The Sopra Mare had everything we needed to enjoy evenings at “home.” We’re just not into the eat-out scene. The Sopra Mare delivered.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

4/5 Good

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view, great place
The owner (Michael) and staff (Keri, Jared, Kevin) were outstanding in communication which made for a great experience. We understand why it's rented so often with the view and private pool. Short drive to town and groceries. We rented a car from Mr Pipers and they allowed to park there while we were in town. Otherwise, very expensive. We had a couple of maintenance problems that were quickly handled. Otherwise, a 5 star stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Mike Mullen

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Sopra Mare (Above the Sea) was built late in 2009 after fourteen months. This was my second construction project on St. John. The first Villa Tesori (House of Treasures) was finished and sold in 2007. During its' construction I completed a comedy novel called 'Keep Left' which depicts crazy events and the island characters I met while Tesori was being built. My 2nd novel 'Flat Busted" came out in 2014. Both are now available on Apple IBook.

I have met so many wonderful people that have rented the villa and now are returning and consider Sopra Mare their second home.

Why they chose this property

I actually got to St. John by mistake after over bidding at a charity event in Vail, Colorado some years ago. This was the result of definitely drinking way too much wine by the time the auction began. By morning after they presented me with a bill for the event I had purchased two TV's, a shotgun, a pink Harley Davis Motorcycle and 7 nights in the Virgin Islands! But I have never been sorry about the trip and as a result it has led me on a long and winding road of adventure!

St. John is very unique, approximately 60% of the island is National Park with numerous hiking and walking trails. Old sugar plantations dot the island. The more than forty beaches are incredible, most with pure white sand. The Caribbean water is always warm and crystal clear, often you can see fifty feet down with an abundance of sea life. The people of St. John are exceptionally friendly and eager to help you enjoy your island experience.

What makes this property unique

The home is secluded behind a private gate with zero steps to access - something nearly unheard of on St. John. Lush landscape awaits you and soon several lime and banana trees will provide a source for frosty drinks. The living room and master bedroom have a panorama twenty foot expansive view achieved by opening one set of folding doors. Complete entertainment with a plasma TV, CD, DVD, IPOD and Bose system awaits your enjoyment and of course WIFI throughout. The kitchen has granite counters, stainless steel appliances and everything a chef would require to whip up a gourmet meal. Or you can dine al fresco under the stars on a Brown Jordan table and matching chairs. A new stainless steel commercial radiant bbq with separate burners is steps away. As you are on the ocean its a great pleasure for me to occasionally see whales, dolphin and giant turtles swimming below. Once night falls, watch the cruise ships slowly sail across your view on the way to their next foreign port. You on the other hand will feel as though you were on a cruise ship with the open expanse of glass in the master as you look out at the stars, the ships and St Croix - 30 miles away. You are facing directly south, and therefore the villa receives all day sun allowing the pool to remain at 80 degrees.
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