Private home with water views: Cruz Bay, beaches close by

Interior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Hair dryer, towels, toilet paper
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds

About this house rental

Nestled in Cruz Bay, this charming house for $436 per night is a great option for your next break. This air conditioned house has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, each on a different level, giving maximum privacy for couples or a family of four. Enjoy a peaceful, private and perfect vacation at our home in Chocolate Hole, a tropical paradise escape at an affordable price point. Staying close to Cruz Bay makes the home an ideal location to enjoy all that St. John has to offer, while also feeling at home in your own, exclusive setting. The bedroom on the air conditioned main level has a queen size bed, TV, and a full bath with shower, as well as ceiling fans. The bedroom on the air conditioned lower level has twin beds or a converted king size bed, TV, a full bath with shower, sitting area, a deck and A/C -- though the relaxing trade winds and Christmas breezes, for which the home is named, make it comfortable without. This lower level has its own entrance and is approached by an outside staircase. The house is a quick 10 minute drive (a little over a mile) to the center of Cruz Bay, 8 minutes to grocery stores, and 15 minutes to the pristine, white sand beaches of the North Shore. Guests especially enjoy kicking back after a day at the beach to experience St. John’s magnificent sunsets -- perhaps even glimpse the elusive green flash as the sun sinks into the Caribbean Sea -- from the lounge chairs or table on our expansive double deck, which faces southwest toward Chocolate Hole, Rendezvous Bay and the island of St. Croix. The water views are breathtaking! After taking it all in, easily prepare and eat your own meal in our fully equipped kitchen and dining area (or outdoor gas grill), then relax further in the living room -- which has a flat-screen smart Netflix enabled television, cable, Wi-Fi wireless internet and DVD player -- or simply unplug and unwind to the natural symphony of the forest, as cooling breezes rustle the surrounding canopy outside. We even have a small library of beach reads for your enjoyment. Ahhh... blissful! Christmas Winds as a whole is a well-maintained wood home with ceramic tile floors, native stonework and high ceilings. The atmosphere in the house is informal, and the home is ideal for one or two couples, or a relaxing honeymoon. The home is also good for a family with older children who can sleep on a separate level from parents. There is no maid service, but it is thoroughly prepared for guests and cleaned upon departure, and our house manager is happily on call for any questions. There are linens, beach and bath towels and a full laundry with washer and dryer, as well as beach chairs and some beach accessories and pool toys for guest use (snorkel fins and masks, boogie board, etc.). Do feel free to email with any questions. We hope to see you soon on St. John!

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Cruz Bay

Reviews

4.8/5.0
Outstanding(34 Reviews)
10.0
Feb 2024
We enjoyed our stay at Christmas Winds. The house is located on a quiet street and private to the neighbors. Only a few minutes drive to the grocery store and downtown Cruz Bay. We used the new appearing washer and dryer multiple times to wash sweaty hiking clothes. It was also nice to have beach towels, coolers and beach chairs available to use. Room for parking on the road. A flight of stairs is required to walk down to the house from the road. We usually cooked breakfast and the kitchen had everything we needed. You do need to drink bottled water though. I also liked the many books and maps that were available as references, as well as the suggestions from owner Ashley and manager Patti. The upstairs bedroom is directly off the living room area. It has glass paned doors and I think that could be sort of awkward for two couples sharing the house. But for just the two of us, it was fine. Christmas Winds suited our needs. Not fancy but clean, comfortable and convenient. .
5.0
Nov 2023
Christmas Winds is an amazing property. The neighborhood is lovely and the views are amazing. The house has everything you need for a very comfortable stay.
5.0
Mar 2023
The check in process was smooth. The home was clean and has everything we needed. The back deck overlooking the ocean and mountains was my favorite part. Very private with one suite upstairs and one downstairs (separate entrances) less than 10 mins to everything in town and close to the beaches and restaurants. Very safe area and would revisit again!
4.0
star 5 empty
Feb 2023
Pretty darn good. It met our needs and the separate quarters served each couple well. There was a concern about the descending stairs to the front door (street parking where the stairs start), but fortunately that was not an issue. Overall, a very pleasant week and the bananaquits & iguanas were a bonus. Patti, the manager, and Ashley, the main contact, were both exemplary in providing necessary info & guidance. Thank you for a memorable time w special friends!
5.0
Feb 2023
Christmas Winds in Chocolate Hole ,St John USVI was wonderful and met every hope and expectation ,and then some...The property , location , management All made my stay Excellent đź‘Ť
5.0
Feb 2023
Christmas Winds was a perfect place to stay for my birthday with my husband, his brother and wife. It was extremely easy to get to, has everything you'll need for your stay. We loved the two living spaces and the washer/dryer!! Patty was absolutely wonderful to work with. We were coming from the DFW area that was going to get hit with an ice storm the day we were to leave so I contacted Patty to see if by chance an extra night was available to come in early. Luckily it was and the entire transaction was done in minutes and flawless. We all agreed that we will hopefully be able to stay at Christmas Winds next year! The home was perfect for us!
5.0
May 2022
We stayed at Christmas Winds for our St Johns family vacation in early May 2022. The house worked well for us, with my young adult kids staying in the downstairs area and the parents in the upstairs bedroom. The location and deck view are really sweet! The house has all the amenities you need to have a great stay in St John and is a short drive to a nearby market for food and supplies. We rented a jeep and explored much of the island from this location. Taxis might work in lieu of a rented vehicle depending on what you like to do. Patti our host was informative about local information and available when we needed her. She explained everything about the house. Would stay here again.
5.0
May 2022
Family Vaca St Johns
Family Vaca St Johns
We stayed at Christmas Winds for our St Johns family vacation in early May 2022. The house worked well for us, with my young adult kids staying in the downstairs area and the parents in the upstairs bedroom. The location and deck view are really sweet! The house has all the amenities you need to have a great stay in St John and is a short drive to a nearby market for food and supplies. We rented a jeep and explored much of the island from this location. Taxis might work in lieu of a rented vehicle depending on what you like to do. Patti our host was informative about local information and available when we needed her. She explained everything about the house. Would stay here again.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?

The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is $847 per night. This rental is $411 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private home with water views: Cruz Bay, beaches close by. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Private home with water views: Cruz Bay, beaches close by pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Private home with water views: Cruz Bay, beaches close by?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, and parking.

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