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A beautiful place to unwind, in luxury and seclusion

A beautiful place to unwind, in luxury and seclusion

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aerial view of villa from south
aerial view of villa from north looking towards magens bay beach
roofed deck with spectacular view of magens bay and pristine reef below
 Edge of Paradise Villa
secluded beach directly accessible from villa

Overview of A beautiful place to unwind, in luxury and seclusion

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 9279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

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  • Popular LocationMagens Bay1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlackbeard's Castle8 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay Beach10 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

cottage

downstairs bedroom

master

second upstairs bedroom

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 5

Toilet

cottage bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

master bath

Toilet · Shower only

second upstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

A beautiful place to unwind, in luxury and seclusion

The Edge of Paradise is a true gem and a one of a kind tropical getaway villa. Nestled on the edge of world-renown Magen’s Bay in St. Thomas, it is a unique combination of charm, luxury and privacy. The seclusiveness and natural beauty of this property are what make it so extraordinary. The property includes approximately five-hundred feet of prime ocean frontage and its own beach, just a walk down the steps. Our villa looks over a pristine coral reef that flourishes in these crystal clear Caribbean waters, teeming with life. There are very few rental homes in all of the Virgin Islands that can compare to our property as a charming and luxurious tropical retreat, with its own secluded beach and reef. As such, it is a very special place for families to unwind and share a memorable vacation.

Our views of the stunning waters of Magen’s Bay are truly exceptional. Magen’s Bay is a treasured Virgin Island nature preserve and, as such, has no hotels nearby and very limited residential development on its shores, particularly its western shore. Magen’s Bay Beach is a magnificent natural landmark that stretches for over a mile along the south end of the bay, renown for its white sand and turquoise waters. Behind the beach stands a tropical forest, which gradually rises up a mountain, filled with lush vegetation and fascinating wildlife. This beach was recognized as one of the top ten beaches in the entire world by National Geographic.

The Edge of Paradise sits on the west side of the bay. Our villa is the most proximate residence to Magen’s Bay Beach on the western shore, just a short kayak paddle away. Yet, because a dense tropical forest and a rugged rocky shoreline span between our villa and that beach, we are exquisitely secluded. This is just one reason why we believe our location is ideal. In addition, we appreciate that the waters of the bay are calmer and more protected than any others on the Island. This tends to make the water clearer and safer for swimming and snorkeling, especially important when kids are involved. Thirdly, we cherish the beautiful coral reef that thrives along the western side of the bay. This reef is quite isolated and not readily accessible to beach tourists, and so it remains pristine. No other reef exists in the bay; the rest of the bay is predominantly sandy. It is quite uncommon to have a secluded spot where adults and kids can wade out into an ocean that has a colorful and fascinating reef right there to explore, in clear Caribbean waters that deepen very gradually .

Property manager

gregory and jan zazulak

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Liability waiver required

Events

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

St. Thomas

Located in St. Thomas, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Coki Point Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Magens Bay - 1 min walk
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 8 min drive
  • Magens Bay Beach - 10 min drive
  • Yacht Haven Grande Marina - 14 min drive
  • Havensight Mall - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Magen's Bay Beach Bar & Cafe - 15 min drive
  • Green House Bar & Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Taphus - 11 min drive
  • Petite Pump Room - 12 min drive
  • Bumpas - 11 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J., Grosse Pointe, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise found in St. Thomas!
Beautiful doesn’t begin to cover it. Truly a slice of paradise. For the first time ever- The reality was actually BETTER than the pictures. It was so beautiful, the pictures we looked at while deciding where to stay couldn’t do it justice. Greg and Julia were Great! Flexible, helpful, and knowledgeable. We were lucky enough to be in the Virgin Islands for 2 weeks and we stayed in several places before spending the last week at Greg’s beautiful property. The difference in attitude was like night and day. Which really had a positive impact on the entire situation. It didn’t hurt that staying at Greg’s was like having an entire resort to ourselves. Literally everything you could want. Not only does the house have 3 floors with spacious rooms and long balconies on every floor- but there was also a quaint 1 bedroom cottage by the pool-not far from the house. With a large bed and full bathroom included! Full outdoor set up with a pool, grill, long table and chairs, beautiful gardens/ landscaping etc - plus there was even a pizza oven and 2 hammocks. Beautiful ocean views literally everywhere from the house to Magens bay. Then on the last side of the house is a rain forest type environment with a pathway and stone steps that lead down to a balcony with more beautiful views. From there- You can continue down to your own private beach! With your own Kayaks! I really can’t say enough about what a wonderful experience this was. You’d really have to see for yourself.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay, it truly was the Edge of Paradise
A great house, wonderful location above Magen’s Bay perfect for our family, you definitely need a 4WD Jeep to navigate the road there. Greg the owner was very helpful and suggested some super places to visit. Almost private beach and kayaks provided for the paddle to Magen’s Beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2021

2/10 Terrible

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Truth nothing but the truth
Million dollar view, but deception on what you get, verses what is promised or listed. We could write a book on things that were wrong. To name a few pictures shows hot tube but there is no hot tube it has been covered, listing says main house has a/c does not work, says beach access and paddle boards impossible to get to. please feel free to reach out to us we have no problem telling you what you are getting verses paying for. We are not saying the house is not beautiful but if you are going to ask for all the money to rent then give the client what the are paying for. Let us make the decision on if we want to spend the money and what is important to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jonny F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific If You Want Secluded on Megan's Bay
This is a beautiful home on the south side of Megan's Bay. We were a family of 4 - - it could comfortably fit 12. Part of the fun is the road in - - but you must rent a jeep. We do not recommend if you want to be close to town. For us the seclusion was a plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Fantastic spot!
I stayed at this property with family for about one week. The house is beautiful and open, providing both a wonderful place to relax with loved ones and a spectacular view of the bay! With access to our own beach AND an infinity pool, we could have never left the house and been very happy! We were able to snorkel and kayak right from the property which was convenient and a truly amazing experience. The outdoor oven/grill was also very nice to be able to enjoy meals out on the patio. When we did decide to leave it was only a short drive to explore the town and get some fantastic fish tacos. This property provided the perfect relaxing getaway for us!

About the host

Hosted by gregory and jan zazulak

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After a thorough search of properties throughout the Caribbean, we purchased this one in 2012 and introduced it into the rental market in 2013. The property was meticulously designed by a married couple to be their ultimate dream home, and the elaborate landscaping and construction work was completed over eight long years. After having refurnished the home and having made a number of modifications to make the villa an extraordinary rental property, we now share their vision and paradise with our guests, and look ahead to our retirement there.

Why they chose this property

As alluded to earlier, we found the Edge of Paradise to be a true gem and a one of a kind tropical retreat. For us, it was truly 'love at first sight'. Many rental villas in the Virgin Islands offer gorgeous views, but few are on the waterfront. And most of the waterfront villas are atop steep cliffs overlooking rough waters that are not readily accessible or swimmable.

We never imagined that we could find a spot that is so utterly beautiful and so secluded, yet situated on a widely renowned bay that has one of the world's top ten beaches. Even more amazing was the reality that the villa sits so close to the water level, has its own secluded beach, and has a flourishing coral reef directly in front of it. There is no place we would rather be!

What makes this property unique

For families that want to make their vacation even more relaxing and unforgetable, we can arrange for an in-home spa day by having a masseus visit you in the villa. Similarly, we can secure the services of a personal chef to make gourmet meals, and a captain to take you on a sightseeing or fishing excursion. We can even combine the two!


You should be aware that power outages do occur on St. Thomas and the other Islands, sometimes happening several times a week, for prolonged periods. Our villa is equipped with a powerful heavy duty generator, located away from the house so as not to be heard, with an automatic changeover switch that takes over after 15 seconds with no power. When you consider renting elsewhere, you must consider this. If your rental property does not have a generator, you risk the possibility of being without wifi, television, refrigeration, running water and air conditioning for periods of time, and that could be inconvenient.



Sometimes we hear horror stories about renters at other villas who have their long-awaited vacation ruined by various problems. We are very confident that this will never occur at Edge of Paradise because of two reasons. First, our villa was described by our home inspector as the best built property he has seen on the Island in his six year career here. Also, our property is managed by Gena and Brian McHenry. They are the most personable, knowledgeable, and responsive people one could ever hope to meet. They live nearby.

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