Lavender Hill Penthouse with Big Views of Cruz Bay Beach, Reefs & Islands Beyond
About this apartment rental
The BayView Penthouse is the premium unit at Lavender Hill on St John. Location, Location...Perfection!! All of the details are perfect in this unit located in downtown Cruz Bay. Walk to the shops, bars and restaurants. Cool off in the pool or the fully Air Conditioned unit. Enjoy massive and striking views from within the unit and out on the balconies. All of the amenities make this the easiest place you will ever stay on St John. Penthouse unit features 2 king bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, modern kitchen, attractive furnishings, soft linens, Fully stocked Kitchen, WIFI, Cable TV, AC throughout, Beach Chairs, Coolers and Beach towels provided, covered outdoor dining and indoor dining, Rooftop patio for endless panoramic sunset views. A third balcony overlooking the pool off of the lower bedroom. Easy parking if you rent a car or NO CAR NEEDED if you just take taxis. Great pool with sun and shade available nestled in lush tropical landscaping. Washer and Dryer(shared), Dishwasher and full size Fridge. The unit is amazing, you might not want to leave, but if you do, the splendor of St John is just outside the door. The still-pristine island of St. John is the smallest of the three U.S. Virgin Islands and lies just 3 miles east of St. Thomas and a mile from the nearest of the British Virgin Islands. Nearly two-thirds of the island is national park, with forests and nature trails for your enjoyment. Nature lovers will be amazed by St. John’s ecological diversity, from cactus-laden desert bluffs to lush tropical forests singing with tree frogs and painted by orchids. The true treasure of St. John is its beaches, white with soft, sugary sand and edged by coconut palms, gentle waters, and pristine coral reefs. World-famous Trunk Bay is here, as are spectacular Hawksnest Bay and Cinnamon Bay. Part of the national park land is underwater and home to amazing coral reefs, plant life, tropical fish and turtles. Beyond the spectacular natural beauty, St. John is a colorful and artistic community filled with unique shops, boutiques and vendors. The shelves are filled with local artwork and distinctive jewelry as well as exotic imports. All of the restaurants are locally owned, each serving up tantalizing flavors and atmosphere for even the most discerning palate. Local seafood such as mahi mahi, Caribbean lobster, conch, wahoo, yellowtail snapper and tuna are always fresh and available. Getting out on the water is a must for every Virgin Island vacation. Sailing, fishing, scuba diving and powerboat charters are widely available, as well as sea kayak and dinghy rentals. Our favorite is sailing. The fresh tradewinds, calm seas and protected anchorages make the Virgin Islands one of the top sailing destinations in the world. Hundreds of nearby islands await your exploration, all just a short boat ride away. Some of the best snorkeling and diving spots are only accessible by boat. Many visitors will be captivated by the fascinating history of St. John and the Caribbean. From the Taino, Arawak and Carib Indians, to the days of piracy, to the Danish sugar plantations, St. John has amazing stories of slavery and freedom, rebellion and discovery. Many remnants of those days have been preserved here. Upon your exploration you will find Danish sugar mill ruins, archeological digs, and petroglyphs from the ancient tribes that first inhabited St. John. There is so much to do and see on this tiny 27-square-mile mountainous island that many visitors find themselves coming back year after year.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
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Apartment in Cruz Bay
Reasons to book
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Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(51 Reviews)
10.0
Great location just minutes from downtown Cruz Bay! Clean, spacious space with great views of the Bay.
10.0
This was our first time in St John. The property worked well for myself, husband and two kids 5 and 7. There was plenty of room for the four of us.
The villa had everything in the kitchen you would need and it was clean and comfortable. We had a VERY rainy week and there was a leak in the roof and some of the windows. I told Jared and he said he would let the HOA know. For most this won't be a problem because we had crazy weather.
For our return visit to St John we would stay in Coral Bay. Cruz bay just wasn't our vibe. There is no parking at all (not needed with the location of the villa, it's a close walk to town...just make sure you are able to do hills), but it's not a very pedestrian friendly town. There's no shoulders for walking and very few sidewalks. With younger kids it wasn't ideal...but that's not fault of the Villa.
If we wanted to stay in Cruz Bay again I would consider staying here for a second visit.
5.0
We truly enjoyed our 7 day stay. The property is within walking distance to the restaurants & shopping in Cruz Bay. The view from the balcony was fabulous. We would definitely stay there again. Owners were very responsive to any questions we had.
5.0
Had a beautiful two bedroom with a balcony. Really enjoyed the views and pool. Had everything we needed.
5.0
Great stay
5.0
Our adult children stayed in this condo with their girlfriends. My husband and I stayed in a close-by property. We all agreed that this property was better for the value and the views were better. We've been to St John 7 times now and we're surprised we never picked up on this little gem before. The host communication was exceptional. We appreciated most the very last minute accommodation. I imagine you'll have repeat renters now. 2 of those adult children are now engaged. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
5.0
The pictures online don’t do the condo justice! Such a beautiful condo with amazing views. In the most perfect area. Very quiet and peaceful.
5.0
Amazing views, walk to town, perfect parking, glorious pool, laundry a major plus. Interior is spotless, well stocked, cozy while being spacious.
5.0
Bayview at Lavender House is an exceptional property - beautiful inside, well appointed with everything you need for a comfortable stay, and the property management including helping me navigate to the property and walking me through all the particulars. Perfect location to walk to town and so, so convenient to have access to parking! Would love to stay at this property again!
5.0
Very comfortable condo with a view, close walk to town, and pool. Hope to stay next year or the year after.
5.0
Really Loved the Views from the front Balcony of the harbor. I sat there almost every day/night Sometimes for a short time sometimes much longer. Convenient location, can be a bit of a struggle coming back up the hill then driveway, if not up to it any day, taxis are readily available. Would stay again.
5.0
Bayview penthouse was even better than the pictures showed. The views of Cruz Bay, the easy walk to so many restaurants and shops, and the lovely pool were all amazing. Extra appreciation to Jared, Keri and Lauren - they were wonderful to deal with, extremely responsive and helped us out when due to an airline mess we arrived a day late. We will be back - this place is lovely, extremely well appointed and very well cared for!
5.0
This was our first time to St. John. First let me say I am an extremely picky person when it comes to vacation properties. This condo was very clean and had all the necessary kitchen items we needed. Parking was fantastic compared to other places we saw. The only inconvenience was not having a washer/dryer in the unit. It was downstairs by the pool. I didn't keep up with laundry like I normally do on vacation. If we come back I will definitely book this unit again.
5.0
10/10
Jarred was super easy to work with. The property has the best view of Cruz bay and just a short walk to town for shopping and restaurants. 10/10 would stay here again!
5.0
Excellent all around
Great villa. Great location. Great amenities, including pool and laundry. Immaculately clean. Jared and Keri are great to work with. Very responsive and provide helpful information. Definitely will stay again.
5.0
Convenient location with great views
Positive
5.0
Lovely Lavender Hill
Great base to explore bustling Cruz Bay as well as the rest of St. John island. Very easy to walk into town, which is critical for eating out, since there is limited parking in Cruz Bay. The townhouse was well equipped with the basics, especially in the kitchen. The AC in the upstairs bedroom easily helped cool the main areas. Communication with the manager was always prompt and professional and we greatly appreciated his flexibility in rescheduling our booking during the pandemic as well as helping us book a last minute private boat charter, which turned out to be the highlight of our trip.
4.0
Lavender Hill
Great location, great view and great concierge!
5.0
This 2br villa was perfect for our family of 4. It's an easy walk to/from Village of Cruz Bay, which is convenient for restaurants, getting a rental Jeep, and for the ferry. The pool was nice to relax in after a long day at the beach, and the kitchen completely stocked if we decided to eat in. Parking was very easy. I would not hesitate to recommend this villa.
5.0
Bayview Penthouse - Lavender Hill
This 2br villa was perfect for our family of 4. It's an easy walk to/from Village of Cruz Bay, which is convenient for restaurants, getting a rental Jeep, and for the ferry. The pool was nice to relax in after a long day at the beach, and the kitchen completely stocked if we decided to eat in. Parking was very easy. I would not hesitate to recommend this villa.
5.0
Condo was immaculate! Location perfect, just a short walk to restaurants and shopping.
5.0
Perfect
Condo was immaculate! Location perfect, just a short walk to restaurants and shopping.
5.0
We had a wonderful week at this property
Close to everything and exceptional view
5.0
Great view and location
We had a wonderful week at this property
Close to everything and exceptional view
5.0
We have stayed at several locations on St. John including Peter Bay and Crz Bay. This was probably our favorite location. The views were fantastic and the grounds were beautifully maintained. The groundskeeper, Derrick, could not do a better job. The Meticulous attention to detail that he has, definitely shines through on the grounds. Lavender Hill is within walking distance to everything in Cruz Bay. The condo unit itself was very tastefully appointed, clean and updated. The property manager was a pleasure to deal with and very flexible as well as available for any needs or questions. Will definitely stay here again.
5.0
Great place and location
Everything was wonderful! Had a fantastic time
5.0
Awesome
5.0
Lavender Hill st john
Awesome
5.0
Great condo in a great location
We have stayed at several locations on St. John including Peter Bay and Crz Bay. This was probably our favorite location. The views were fantastic and the grounds were beautifully maintained. The groundskeeper, Derrick, could not do a better job. The Meticulous attention to detail that he has, definitely shines through on the grounds. Lavender Hill is within walking distance to everything in Cruz Bay.
The condo unit itself was very tastefully appointed, clean and updated. The property manager was a pleasure to deal with and very flexible as well as available for any needs or questions. Will definitely stay here again.
5.0
The property was as advertised. Very convenient to town.; We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Penthouse
The property was as advertised. Very convenient to town.; We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Beautiful Property
Lovely property within walking distance of Cruz Bay. It had lots off things that made our stay enjoyable. It was awesome to have a cooler and beach chairs. Home was clean and well appointed. We had one minor maintenance issue and the property manager took care of it asap. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Will Not Disappoint
The property is just as described. It is well appointed for cooking and for trips to the beach (chairs, coolers, beach towels). The grounds at Lavender Hill are immaculate!
5.0
Lavender Hill
Beautiful home to match a beautiful island.
5.0
Overall fabulous!
We stayed the week of March, 2020. The condo is everything you see in the pictures and even better in person! The decor is up to date and inviting. The communication was excellent with everyone. The view is amazing. The condo is well appointed. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked. The location was the best we've ever had on St. John. We will definitely stay here again!
5.0
Great Condo
Great condo within an easy 2 minute walk of all the shopping, restaurants and entertainment Cruz Bay has to offer. Nice pool facilities and the view from the unit is as advertised...simply gorgeous!! Excellent communication with management and a wonderful stay overall. We had 2 couples comprising our group and we would all most definitely stay again. Thanks so much!!!
5.0
We love Lavender Hill stayed her many times always a great experience clean,close walk to town
Great experience love the close walk to town we’ve stayed here many times, until next time!!
5.0
Carnival week
Great rental. No issues.
5.0
Great unit and location
Lavender Hill is a very short walk to Cruz Bay restaurants and shops. Unit was very well appointed and furnished. I would definitely stay here again, everything was very nice and location was great. Sunrises and sunsets on the balcony were a real treat.
5.0
Great location on perfect island!
Lovely property which is ideally located with short walk to town and restaurants. Ample parking for rental car as we went to explore different beaches on the island everyday. Pool and grounds surrounding are very pretty. It was our first trip back to St. John since the hurricanes. St. John is still a jewel of an island and still my favorite island in the world. Nothing compares to the beaches a and water! There's still work to be done at Cinnamon Bay for facilities. It's a shame to see Caneel Bay beaches sit empty. Jared was very accommodating in providing some extra beach towels when asked. Would stay here again and can't wait to return. Thank you!!
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?
The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is $938 per night. This rental is $217 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lavender Hill Penthouse with Big Views of Cruz Bay Beach, Reefs & Islands Beyond. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Lavender Hill Penthouse with Big Views of Cruz Bay Beach, Reefs & Islands Beyond. Enjoy the water!
Is Lavender Hill Penthouse with Big Views of Cruz Bay Beach, Reefs & Islands Beyond pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Lavender Hill Penthouse with Big Views of Cruz Bay Beach, Reefs & Islands Beyond?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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