We stayed at Cactus Flower for 10 days in August and everything was wonderful. While we have visited St John almost every year since 1985 but this was only our third stay with Tina and Joe and it will not be our last. Their cottage has everything you could possibly want and it's located in a quiet neighborhood with plenty of privacy. During our return flight we met many that had stayed in Coral Bay and were looking for something closer to Cruz Bay and the North Shore beaches for their next visit. We highly recommended Cactus Flower as a good option to all of them.

The Cactus Flower was actually nicer than the photos depict. The property is quiet, comfortable, and relaxing. We enjoyed using the pool and hanging out on the covered porch looking at the bay and watching some of the wildlife. One day Joe picked some mangoes from a tree on the property and brought them to us. Both he and Tina were excellent host. The Cactus Flower is about a 15 minute drive from Cruz bay and provided a relaxing sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of Cruz bay. You will need a jeep or suv to get back and forth as the roads are winding and steep in spots. Overall we recommend this property to anyone seeking a quiet and comfortable place to stay yet still be close to Cruz bay and other attractions.

Exceeded our expectations. The property was beautiful, peaceful, and had all updated amenities. Very clean which is a big deal to me. Listening to the habitat come alive in the evening was a plus. Very comfy bed and the outdoor shower was wonderful. We hung out in the pool several times and never had company. Joe and Tina really keep to themselves - if you needed them they were there but otherwise we had all the privacy we like. Will definitely go back!!!

We loved staying at Cactus Flower! It’s in a great location tucked in the hills just a few minutes away from Cruz Bay, and easy access to the North Shore beaches. The cottage is charming, peaceful and comfy—the hosts have provided everything you could need. Highly recommend!

Great cottage for a couple with access to a refreshing pool and nice hot tub for starry nights. Easy access with paved roads and a quiet neighborhood made it a relaxing stay. Quick drive to the beaches, restaurants, and groceries.

Cactus Flower Cottage exceeded every expectation we had for our vacation in St. John. The location of the cottage was perfect! Close to Cruz Bay, yet far enough to find the peace and quiet we were hoping for. Every day was pure relaxation, and the amenities were wonderful. The grounds of the property were beautiful and well kept, with lovely landscape details. I particularly enjoyed the outside shower, listening to the birds and watching all the bees harvest on the tree above the shower wall. We loved the visits from the residence dog "Pip" and the kitties. Felt like home. Joe and Tina were wonderful hosts, and made everything from checking in to leaving seamless. I feel so fortunate to have found Cactus Flower Cottage in my relentless search for a perfect place to stay on such a beautiful island. Thank you Joe and Tina, we will definitely be back to this cottage again!!

We enjoyed every bit of this cottage. Riley was very accommodating with everything we needed. We will stay here next time we are in St John!

My wife and I stayed in the cactus flower cottage for our honeymoon. Tina and Joe did a wonderful job as hosts; providing directions and recommending different places to visit. I would highly recommend this villa if you are looking for a place to unwind.

Hands down the best place we’ve ever stayed at. And we have stayed at a bunch of places. The bed is super comfy. We had coffee every morning watching the sun come up and the iguanas in the trees. At night it’s breezy and cool with nothing but stars above with no light pollution (best seen from the hot tub), as well as surrounded by the sounds of the island. The Cactus Flower is well equipped with kitchenware to cook for yourselves if you please. We used their complimentary chairs and cooler for our beach trip as well (they had snorkeling gear, but we brought our own). We definitely recommend getting a car as they provide very close parking for you and the taxis can take a while to get out to you as it’s not in the center of town (this is a big plus)! Cannot wait to come again!

We could not have enjoyed our stay any more! Cactus Flower far exceeded our expectations and was simply stunning. There really aren’t enough praises for the hosts and property. We look forward to staying here again.

First vacation to St. John. We had a really great stay at this rental. Clean, spacious, quiet, awesome amenities (hot tub soaks under the bright moon were amazing). Hosts were easy to get in touch with and so nice. And Pip the resident dog was the best added Bonus. Being away for 10 days we were missing our dogs at home. Pip and I went for walks around the neighborhood too. The beach gear was awesome and saved us a ton of money (snorkels, beach chairs, fins). There is only AC in the bedroom which worked out fine. I loved the outdoor shower. This was such a lovely place to stay we had such a good time. A very relaxing break from a pretty hectic and crazy 3 years since we last traveled. So well rested and happy.

We had an amazing vacation and the Cactus Cottage was a little piece of paradise for us. Mornings on the porch with coffee and the sunrise over the bay were beautiful and the best way to start our days of exploring St. John and the most spectacular beaches. We appreciated having snorkeling gear, beach chairs and a cooler provided to use for our beach outings. The kitchen was very well appointed and had everything we needed to cook a full meal and we enjoyed those meals on that fabulous porch. The Cactus Cottage far exceeded our expectations and this was the most relaxing and enjoyable vacation we've had in years! Pip the dog and the kitties were just icing on the cake. :) If we make it back to St.John, we will most definitely book the Cactus Cottage for our stay. We loved it there!

The cottage was better than expected Absolutely a wonderful experience and we would definitely stay there again on our next visit.

This Villa is beautiful! The grounds are so pretty and well tended. The Villa was comfortable and well appointed. Joe and Tina are gracious hosts. It was very nice to use the pool after a Long Beach day. Absolutely loved the outdoor shower. This is one of three villas on property which makes a nice option for larger groups. It still has privacy. You do need a car to get here but it is a pretty drive. The only improvements I could suggest is air conditioning in the living room and better beach chairs. The air in the bedroom was great. We definitely would stay here again!

Though a drive from the beautiful beaches of St John, Fish Bay was a pretty place to stay and served as a good base for us as we explored the island's beaches and trails. You must have your own vehicle if you want to stay here, but we recommend that anyway so that you have the freedom to explore when and where you like. The snorkeling gear in the cottage was a definite plus and we have never done as much snorkeling as we did this trip - so thank you for having those available! The outdoor shower is lovely and we had a delightful stay. Make sure you have mosquito repellant to ward off those pesky mosquitoes though!

The cottage is immaculate and absolutely beautiful. Joe and Tina were kind and cordial.

This was the first time my husband and I have gone away together just the two of us, and the week couldn’t have been more perfect! Everything in the cottage was exactly as described and even more adorable in person. The views are beautiful and you get a really nice breeze being a little higher up on the island. You definitely need a jeep to get around the island from this location, but for my husband and I that’s half the fun! My husband loved starting every day with a soak in the hot tub and we enjoyed making breakfast together in the cottage’s well equipped kitchen. Not only only did it have everything you need for cooking, there were even spices and other condiment-type things there to use. Tells, beach towels, sheets, blankets, comfy blankets, anything you could possibly want is already here at this cottage (there are binoculars for birdwatching, something I personally love to do!). Literally everything you need for a relaxing getaway is provided for you at this wonderful property! We will definitely be back, and are already planning our return trip for next year. Thank you so much to our wonderful hosts who were kind and available for any questions. Our week away was exactly what we needed to relax and reconnect! 🥰🏝

My wife and I had a wonderful 10 day visit at the cottage. It is in close proximity to restaurants, shopping, beaches and all St. John has to offer. We enjoyed the pool very much and the porch is inviting, spacious and comfortable. A highlight of our stay included visits from the owners pup, Pip. Highly recommended. Have as much fun as we did!

Thank you Tina and Joe for a fantastic trip! The Cactus Flower was perfect for our needs and we appreciated a well stocked kitchen so we could cook at home. The outdoor shower and hot tub were awesome. Hope to be back soon! Thank you so much…Kazian and Paul

This was the perfect little bungalow for our honeymoon. Its a little rustic, only AC in the bedroom, but it’s a perfect reflection of the islands. The hot tub was a great stargazing spot and the snorkeling gear came in handy every single day. Easy to get in and out of town but still very quiet at night. And if your a cat person, the next door kitty will be happy to welcome you to the islands with cuddles. Can’t wait to book again the next time we head to the islands.

Well located in a quiet neighborhood, very nice cottage with a beautiful view of the bay.

Loved outdoor shower!

Loved outdoor shower!

Well located in a quiet neighborhood, very nice cottage with a beautiful view of the bay.

This is a beautiful cottage in a quiet, scenic location minutes from Cruz Bay. One stop at the Starfish Market and you’re all set for the week. We’ve stayed three times, and plan to return every year.

This is a beautiful cottage in a quiet, scenic location minutes from Cruz Bay. One stop at the Starfish Market and you’re all set for the week. We’ve stayed three times, and plan to return every year.

Cactus Flower Cottage was unbelievable. We stayed for 5 days/4 nights on our honeymoon and wish we didn’t have to leave. This is the most homey, comfortable, well-planned vacation rental I’ve ever booked. The cottage was fully stocked with all beach and snorkel gear, linens, cooking utensils, sunscreen, shampoo, coffee, and more. All we had to do was bring the food for a few days. The outdoor shower was devine!! And we loved waking up to that view of Fish Bay every morning. The hosts were friendly and quick to respond if we had any questions. Great location too. Close enough to Cruz Bay but still far enough for peace and quiet. So many lovely amenities at this property, I can’t name them all. Highly HIGHLY recommend to any couples visiting St. John. Thank you, Joe and Tina!

Our experience was excellent!

Our experience was excellent!

We stayed at the cactus flower for a week and truly enjoyed every moment! The cottage was very well equipped and clean. It was a wonderful relaxing spot to come home to after exploring the island each day. We had amazing breezes and the fans to keep us cool as we enjoyed our evenings. We especially enjoyed the front porch with it's beautiful ocean view. Tina and Joe were very responsive with anything we needed and had some great tips for restaurants and things to do. We will miss the little kitty who came for a visit every morning and evening.

We are a regular VRBO travelers and would rate Joe and Tina’s place as one of the nicest and best located of all the places we have stayed. The place was very clean and had everything we needed to feel at home. Communication was great too, and yet they also respected our privacy.We would highly recommend this wonderful host and property!

My husband and I just spent 17 nights at Cactus Flower and loved it. Tina and Joe are wonderful hosts. This is our second stay here, which tells you what we think of it! The cottage is nicely appointed with a cook’s kitchen, and we ate in most of the time and just relaxed. Awesome veranda and outdoor shower. Fish Bay is beautiful and just a 10 minute drive to Cruz Bay. Highly recommend Cactus Flower!