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Reviews say best view on island! 4 bedrooms, privacy, heated pool, near Maho!

Reviews say best view on island! 4 bedrooms, privacy, heated pool, near Maho!

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"It's About Time" for your well deserved getaway to the beautiful Caribbean!
Look down on islands, yachts, and hawks! At night you're  in the stars. Amazing
Enjoy a game or picnic on the level garden area! A rarity on St. John.
Open the screen door and immerse yourself in the  splendid view of Coral Bay!
Your "Inner Goddess" will thank you for this spot at "It's About Time"!

Overview of Reviews say best view on island! 4 bedrooms, privacy, heated pool, near Maho!

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
St John
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park13 min walk
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach9 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay15 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bird of Paradise

Palm Tree Oasis

Recreation Room

Starfish Cove

The Sundial

3 bathrooms

Bird of Paradise bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Downstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

The Sundial bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Reviews say best view on island! 4 bedrooms, privacy, heated pool, near Maho!

Welcome to Its About Time! This is a four bedroom, three bathroom villa located in the more central part of the beautiful island of Saint John! This 2,500 square foot masonry constructed ridge top home has breathtaking views about 1,000 feet up overlooking Coral Bay and the British Virgin Islands on one of the highest peaks on St John. On the other side you can look down at Maho and Francis beaches and also see the waves of Johnson Reef and St Thomas in the distance. Come enjoy the most beautiful sunrise and sunset on this unique property!
The white sandy beaches and turquoise blue waters are all so near with Maho Bay the closest beach with a less than five minute drive. You will have all you need for your trip to the many beaches including a variety of coolers, sun fly umbrella, beach towels and chairs.
This exceptional villa also features a beautiful, private swimming pool with a million dollar view of Coral Bay and the Caribbean! There is a steady tropical breeze that wraps around you like a warm hug! In your vacation home you will enjoy the perfect design for a romantic couple’s getaway or add friends and additional families to share a fun time together. There is plenty of room for everyone to enjoy time together in the open concept living, dining, and kitchen areas while each bedroom also has individual entrances for privacy. Broadband high speed internet and cable tv are available and there is a large flat yard for outdoor games- which is a rarity on St John.
The two master bedrooms on the main floor are located on each side of the kitchen/living area and each have king size beds with private bathrooms and attached outdoor showers. On the lower floor there are two additional bedrooms containing one king size and one queen size bed. Located in between these bedrooms are: a recreation room highlighting a large screen TV with movies & games, refrigerator, sleeper sofa futon, and a full bathroom and laundry room.
This very private villa is encompassed by extraordinary and magnificent hand laid stone walls created with local rocks from this mountainous terrain. Lush tropical foliage and landscaping add to the ambiance of this incredible property. It is only a 20 minute drive from the ferry. The roads to the villa are all paved and there is plenty of parking space.
All bedrooms have iphone docking stations, ceiling fans, and individual air conditioning units, which are often not needed with the natural refreshing breeze. The lower level is accessible by stairs located outside on both sides of the villa and has a complete wrap around deck that leads to the private pool area. The large pool features an impressive 12 foot high stone wall with inlaid lighting and local art work featuring Caribbean themed images. The perfect spot to cool off, relax with a book, or enjoy a refreshing cocktail hour with friends and family.

Property manager

Diana
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Monitoring needed due to pool, balcony, & stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside of home.

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

St. John

This villa is located in Upper Carolina, a neighborhood in St. John, and is in the mountains and near the beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 13 min walk
  • Maho Beach - 6 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 9 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 12 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 22 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 5 min drive
  • The Windmill Bar - 15 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 21 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 6 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

George H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Week at It's About Time
As others have said, the views from this villa are amazing. Not only can you watch the sunrise over Coral Bay in the morning, but this property also provides the bonus of being able to watch the sunset while gazing over the North Shore in the evening. The villa itself is just as described and had everything our group of 7 adults needed. To top it off, Diana and Mike were great hosts and were there to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views for miles from this lovely Villa!
Enjoyed our stay at this beautiful villa. Cannot say enough about the gracious hosts and their attention to detail. The property was clean and well equipped for an island vacation. And the views ... no words!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
I can't say enough good things about this house - terrific views, great layout, well-stocked kitchen, beautiful pool... the list goes on. We stayed here with our own family (two kids, 5 and 7) and my friend's family (also two kids, 2 and 4). The two floor layout worked perfectly for us. This was our second time to St. John and I was a little hesitant about staying 'so far' from Cruz Bay, but the location was excellent - it's literally 5 minutes to Maho/Francis beaches and the same distance to relatively well stocked grocery stores in Coral Bay. Cruz Bay is nice, but staying on this side of the island felt truly relaxing. Because the house is on the top of one of the larger hills on the island, it's always quite breezy, but the benefits are 1)very few bugs, and 2) more reasonable temperatures during the heat of the day. We'll be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

caroline m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything was great. The house is spotless and beautiful and well-equipped. Amazing views from every window. Great location away from the chaos of Cruz bay but close enough to Coral bay for grabbing a quick bite. Owners are helpful and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Stayed here with a total of 8 adults (4 couples). The place was great, the location was awesome, and the views were spectacular! The owners were also the rental property managers and they showed they really care about the renters’ experience. Having a paved driveway made the hillside journey much easier than we’ve found with some other St. J villas. Parking 2 vehicles on a bumpy knoll wasn’t convenient but that’s nitpicking. We highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

About the host

Hosted by Diana

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Michael and Diana Damon are often asked what brought them to St. John. Well, It all started when they were bit by the "island bug"! No they are not talking about one of the insects that live on St. John. They are talking about the love and appreciation for St. John, its' beauty and the easy going way of life, and the extraordinary people who live and vacation there. It has been said by a very wise man, Roger Damon, "You know you been 'bit' if you have trouble leaving the island and are planning your next return on your way to the ferry and you have been 'bit bad' when you sell your 'Go Home Ticket' and stay"! Michael's first trip there was in 1979 when he traveled to visit and assist family members with building a home on Coral bay. It was very "hot and thirsty" work but that was ok, he had been bit. Its About Time Villa was created and constructed as a rental villa and as a place to bring family and friends together.
Diana's first visit was in 1995 with Michael and their 2 young children, Rileigh and Colby. It was another "Love at first Sight" for Diana and she was informed that she had been "Bit"! There are so many beautiful memories with family and friends over the years. The villa went up for sale in 2010. With sheer determination, affectionate bond, and financial commitment, Michael and Diana purchased the home from family members. Since then they have poured their heart and soul into updating and refurbishing the villa. They have personalized it with their touch and made it another home. St. John was hit very hard during hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017 and since Its About Time received mostly cosmetic damages, they opened their home and assisted neighbors in need. They now live on the island for most of the year and continue to carry on the family tradition of sharing the love and admiration of the island with as many people as they can. Page 1/2

Why they chose this property

"Its About Time Villa is a very special place to us. We feel the love, time, and effort that went into building this unique property. The design of the house and each hand built stone wall makes us feel the presence of the extraordinary family members who created it. When we are on St. John we feel so much more carefree and relaxed. We believe there is a powerful energy that looking at a beautiful sunrise, watching the waves turn on the gorgeous white sand beaches, or simply watching the donkeys walk up and down the roads brings a warmth to your heart and a smile to your soul!
We enjoy sharing our love of St. John with as many people as we can and we hope that you will have a wonderful time, enjoy the island and our beautiful home! If there is anything that would make your trip more pleasant, please let us know. If by chance you get "bit" too, please inquire with us for a return visit."
With Love from Diana and Michael Damon. Page 2/2

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