Private Cottage with Ocean Views
About this cottage rental
Enjoy the trade wind breeze and the sunrise over Fish Bay from the covered porch of your own private cottage. Ayiti cottage is an east-facing cottage located in a quiet Fish Bay neighborhood, an easy 2.9 miles from Cruz Bay and 20 minutes away from the stunning north shore beaches. Amenities include air conditioning, well-stocked kitchenette, and wifi. The cozy interior features a king sized bed and smart TV. Cottage guests can also enjoy stargazing from the jacuzzi that is located in the garden just below. Ayiti cottage is perfect for any couple that needs a quiet and private escape to enjoy the beautiful island of St. John! We are a non-smoking property. Smoking is not allowed in and around the cottage or on the grounds
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Cruz Bay
Cottage in Cruz Bay
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen / Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
$$$$
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(52 Reviews)
10.0
Beautiful, quiet centrally located apartment overlooking Fish Bay. Zlota was a great host with excellent advice for sightseeing. We spent most of PO ur time away from busy Cruz Bay. sRecommend Coral Bay area, hike to the petroglyphs, painkillers at Coco Jim's.
5.0
This was the perfect home away from home. As a single, solo female traveler, I felt comfortable and safe. I woke up to a beautiful sunrise every morning and the sounds of birds chirping. What a relaxing week on island.
5.0
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. Very secluded. Not hard to get to. Great view of the Caribbean and Fish Bay. Oleg and Zlata were wonderful hosts. Everything was as it should be very quiet. St. John’s is a beautiful island and we were able to visit many beaches from this location. We would recommend this place to others and will stay again.
5.0
The apartment is very comfortable and quiet and the hosts are very welcoming. The view from
the terrace is gorgeous !
We are comfortable driving on twisty roads with steep descends and four wheelers drive is needed. Overall lovely !
5.0
We stayed here for 4 nights and it was a great place to relax and use for a base for exploring the island. Everything was great!
5.0
The cozy little cottage was nestled in the trees overlooking Fish Bay. The cottage had everything we needed for our stay. It was nice to have beach chairs and towels that we used daily for our trips to the beaches. The owner greeted us upon arrival and showed us around the property. Everything was perfect for our stay in St. John!
4.0
We enjoyed our stay at this very nice small comfortable cottage. The view from the deck was amazing and relaxing. The location was very private and quiet, but close enough to town to be convenient. I would recommend that a ceiling fan be added to the outside deck. This would elevate the deck experience and help to keep the mosquitoes away.
Our host was very nice and popped over on our first day to welcome us and provide information about the cottage and the surrounding area.
5.0
Very comfortable and clean, view was awesome. Met all our needs and more. Cottage owner excellent with communication and any of our requests, will definitely return.
5.0
Beautiful spot and friendly and accessible hosts. Amazing views and comfy little cottage close to spectacular beaches and downtown but also away from the hustle and bustle. Our host gave us great suggestions on places to go and eat. She was great!!! Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
This sweet, well-equipped and clean cottage is a perfect place for two. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful, with lots of birds, and not too far from Cruz Bay to run in for dinner at night. We enjoyed coffee time on the porch in the mornings with a view of Fish Bay. Ayiti has everything you need for a comfortable stay and we wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again. Zlata and Oleg are the friendliest and warmest hosts:)
We would not hesitate to stay here again.
5.0
Great place to relax and get away from the busy towns.
5.0
We stayed at Ayiti cottage for a week in June 2023. The cottage is located in a quiet neighborhood and has a great view of Fish Bay. The drive to/from Cruz Bay is easy (about 15 minutes). The north shore beaches are fairly close as well (about 30 minutes). The cottage was very clean and furnished with everything we needed, including beach towels and a cooler. We hope to return for another visit someday, and if we do, we will stay at this charming cottage again.
5.0
We loved our anniversary getaway here, and hope to return soon. Oleg and Zlata are great hosts and went out of their way to make us feel at home. The cottage opens to a large deck with an amazing view of the bay, and is in a wonderfully peaceful location hidden away in beautiful landscaping and flowers. The pictures do not do it justice.
5.0
Everything regarding my stay at the cottage was exceptional. The cottage was immaculate with a beautiful view. It provides quiet, peaceful solitude.
Thank you so much Zlata and Oleg for sharing your slice of heaven.
5.0
We absolutely love our time here!! This home was I. The one of the most beautiful and quiet locations in the island with a dreamy view. The neighiwad so quiet and private. We had all of the amenities we needed to cook some food for ourselves. We really appreciated the beach gear so that we could avoid having to rent it all. The communication with the hosts was top notch, they answered all of our questions and were so kind. We even got to meet their adorable cat! We hope to come back to the island one day and would absolutely stay here again in a heartbeat, would recommend this place to everyone I know!
5.0
We had a wonderful time staying at this cottage. It was quiet, breezy, well appointed, and the hosts are terrific!
5.0
We had the best stay at Ayiti cottage. Zlata and Oleg were super nice and private and great hosts. They told us places to go for food, restaurants and beaches. The cottage was just what we wanted. Perfect size, very clean and a great balcony overlooking Fish Bay. You will have an amazing stay at Ayiti cottage! Book it now!
5.0
We had a great time at this property! Had everything we needed and more. Enjoyed the beautiful views morning and evening. Everything was clean and neat. Met the hosts, very nice couple. Will definitely return. Thanks again for everything!
5.0
The cottage is just right for two, with beautiful views overlooking Fish Bay. Loved the community and the property was well appointed. Great communication with Zlata and Oleg. We were appreciative of the cooler and chairs at the property. Make sure you rent a Jeep or something that can climb the hills to and from the property. We found the area to be a central location for traveling to North Shore areas and the East End. We will be back!
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. It is clean and well appointed. The views are stunning and the neighborhood is quiet. Excellent location central to all beaches and just a quick trip into Cruz Bay. Zlata and Oleg are super responsive and helpful! We hope to return soon!
5.0
Fantastic in every aspect!
5.0
Far and away the most relaxing stay we've ever had. Wonderful hosts, wonderful accomodations.
5.0
We loved our week here.
5.0
The cottage was immaculate and very well stocked with anything you could possibly need for your stay. Once we got used to the roads and driving on the left, we never stopped exploring! The driveway and stairway bordered on being too much for my husband (76), but he persevered! It was a wonderful place to celebrate our 45th anniversary! Zylata and Oleg were just lovely people snd very accommodating to help in any way!
5.0
The cottage is clean, comfortable and quiet. It is about 10-12min drive into Cruise Bay, and the nearest grocery store is about 7 min. We ate breakfast everyday on the porch with the view of the ocean.
5.0
We definitely enjoyed our stay at Ayiti cottage for our first time on St. John. Loved that it was in a neighborhood vs in the thick of it. At night when we returned from the beaches it was quite relaxing. It was really nice to enjoy the amazing porch views in the morning & at night. Cottage had everything we needed and we were super thankful for the beach chairs, cooler, and towels. We met Zlata and she's very nice. We were mostly on the go and at the beaches by 8-9am and either stayed there all day or came back for an afternoon nap, and only to go out again for dinner. We enjoyed our time very much and look forward to another trip in the future. If you're a couple looking for a quiet place with a view, this place is for you!!!
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage, overlooking Fish Bay. It had everything we needed and we especially enjoyed the beach chairs, towels and cooler to use while we beach hopped. The proximity to Cruz Bay was great, easy to get to town but so nice to come back to a quiet neighborhood each night. Great views, clean and comfortable.
5.0
Excellent location in Fish Bay and wonderful hosts. One of our favorite places we’ve stayed on island!
5.0
We had a really lovely experience here. The apartment is cozy, the kitchen is fully equipped, and the view from the room/balcony is breathtaking. The location was great too, close to evertyhing on the island. Great fast stable wifi.
Zlata & Oleg were extremely easy to communicate with, and they were prompt to help us with all our questions. We're very glad we stayed here and hope to return one day.
Thanks for everything!
5.0
We throughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is located in a quiet area but still within a nice drive to the beaches. Thank you for everything!!
5.0
We spent a wonderful week at this beautiful cottage overlooking Fish Bay on St. John. It was charming and quiet with a clear view of the bay. The hosts were friendly and helpful, and we spent a fun week exploring the island. The cottage had beach chairs, a cooler, beach towels and floats to use, so no need to pack or rent those items. Highly recommend!
5.0
The views are spectacular! It was clean, stocked and ready for our arrival. It’s the perfect spot for a quiet getaway. The hosts were amazing, making sure we had everything we needed all the way down to beach chairs and towels. We would recommend the cottage to anyone looking for a great spot to stay in St. John!
5.0
Host were extremely nice and helpful. They prepared a map for great hiking trails and places to park. Fantastic view and quick and easy access to Cruz Bay.
5.0
Perfect Getaway!
This villa was the perfect getaway for a couple. The location was great, just minutes from town and close to The Windmill Bar (one of our favorites). The kitchen was well stocked with appliances and utensils. We were able to make breakfast and enjoy our coffee every morning on the balcony. Oleg was a great host and we even got to meet the resident kitty cat. We love St. John and would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Enchanting Cottage • Beautiful View • Quiet and Serene
We had a wonderful week at this enchanting cottage high up on a hill overlooking Fish Bay on Saint John. In fact, the best part of our visit was returning here each night for the view of the bay, the sounds of waves lapping on the shore, and the delightful tropical breezes. We watched evening fall, moonrises, and sunrises... the colors of Fish Bay changing each hour. It faces east so we were never left sweltering in afternoon sun. It’s a perfect place for a couple, a great view from the bed, and a terrific porch with a table for meals and sofa for relaxing Oleg and Zlata were wonderful hosts, even helping us negotiate a challenging rental car issue. Ayiti Cottage is well appointed and had everything we could possibly need. It is close enough to town to go in for meals, but is away from the noise and congestion.We enjoyed great sailing and snorkeling, fabulous meals in Cruz Bay, and swims at beautiful beaches, but we both agreed that the best thing about our visit was calling this place home.
5.0
Fish bay cottage
My husband and I had a wonderful week in a quaint little studio cottage on Fish Bay. Had everything we needed, days filled with snorkeling and sunbathing and quiet restful evenings.
5.0
We absolutely loved our stay. The location on St. John was perfect, and the views from the balcony of Fish Bay at sunrise were spectacular.
The cottage was well outfitted and had everything we could need for a week's stay, even cooking at home several nights.
5.0
Beautiful cottage with a gorgeous view!
We absolutely loved our stay. The location on St. John was perfect, and the views from the balcony of Fish Bay at sunrise were spectacular.
The cottage was well outfitted and had everything we could need for a week's stay, even cooking at home several nights.
5.0
We stayed at this VRBO property for a week in February. It is a perfect fit for a couple who is looking for a quiet place to stay on St. John with a kitchenette and a beautiful view. The amenities were spot-on as described in the listing and everything was very clean and new. The apartment is in Fish Bay, which is a quiet and residential part of the island. We loved the location, especially since we could walk to one of the National Park trailheads from the apartment! Most of the popular public beaches are on the north side of the island which are a short drive away. We rented a car and are glad that we did because it would be hard to see all that there is to see on the island without one.
While the apartment was great, the hosts really set this rental apart. They answered a million questions we had ahead of the trip and gave us some great recommendations on rental cars, charter trips, the COVID testing process to enter USVI, travelling by ferry to St. John, and hikes. They provided us with local hiking maps, beach chairs, beach towels, reusable grocery bags, and a cooler to help make packing easier. They were very attentive in making sure we reached the apartment successfully once we arrived on the island, and welcomed us with a beautiful bouquet of tropical flowers for us that we enjoyed the whole week. It was like having our own personal concierge for the trip!
I would unequivocally recommend this place to any couple looking for a vacation to St. John!
5.0
The property is lovely, it has great views and the owners are wonderful. We believe it is a great place to scape the chaos of the city, be in touch with nature, relax and reconnect.
I loved the fact that we got to see the surise every morning from our bed. The bed was comfortable, the linens were too. The space had AC, which we only used our last 2 nights. The way the property us located it gets a nice breeze and the AC is not really needed.
The property is good for 2 people max. It is a small space in paradise.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?
The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is $908 per night. This rental is $537 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private Cottage with Ocean Views . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Private Cottage with Ocean Views pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Private Cottage with Ocean Views ?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony / patio.
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