Situated in St. Croix, this attractive cottage for $241 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. Need an escape from the world? Your sanctuary awaits! This beautiful stunning historic and preserved sanctuary on the National Heritage trail awaits your stay. WHEN CROWDED CONDO LIVING WITH HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS AND VACATION NIGHTLY RENTERS JUST WON'T WORK! STAY HERE AT PRIVATE ESTATE RUST OP TWIST! With it's own beach and ruins to explore. 100% of your stay goes towards the maintenance and preservation of this beautiful estate dating back to the 1600's. As of January 1st 2021 we are officially taking reservations. This unique vacation experience awaits you... This historical, charming, comfortable 2 bedroom 1 bath guest villa is the perfect place to unplug and connect with Self, Land, Air and Sea. Listening to the waves crash on the shore, are but your own heartbeat echoing........ On a gentle rising facing the bright Caribbean Sea, we welcome you to Estate Rust op Twist... Signifying; Rest after work. The awareness of the formidable trinity of land, sea and air -permeate. As you will be standing on- “The Magic Place”. Quoted by Dr. Maurice Ewing, one of the greatest oceanographers of our time... August 1970. “ The magic place” Awaits your arrival to explore historical ruins over 400 years old. Enjoy walks to the sugar mill and swims on the beach about a 4 minute walk west from your front door. The beach out front was a marine station in the 70's. Great for exploring. Fit for skilled divers and explorers. Dive the pipeline full of history and treasures... this body of water is one of very few in the world with the deepest ocean floors in proximity to land. It housed a very intelligent Aqua culture marine station. Studying aquaculture, marine life, marine energy and more. Rust op Twist was named the number one spot in the world for Ocean Thermal energy. Top Marine experts from Columbia University, New York, NY and the University of Texas at Austin, TX to name a few spent many years studying these Ocean floors. My grandmother was a scientist, marine biologist, oceanographer and flew food drops during the war. Her vision, brilliance and presence can be felt from the sugar mill. Bird watching is a must, housing a bird sanctuary on the estate. There is just life and magic everywhere you go on this property, watching hundreds of Caterpillars morph into a majestic butterflies is just another daily thing at Rust op Twist. Yoga at the sugar mill is amazing and the best place to catch the sunrise and sunset as featured on the Bachelor! If you love turtles you may just be lucky enough to swim with them or see an occasional whale during season. This hauntingly beautiful estate sits on the National Heritage Trail. Relax and find time for peace, serenity, and inspiration. Turn time back and explore the history. Rust op Twist takes you through time. Ruins include a wind mill, water mill, animal mill, steam engine, hospital and more. We are slowly making more of these available to view but some are still a hazard since Hurricane Maria. All donations made on the QR code at the sugar mill go towards restoring the historical stone and coral rock of these ruins. or you can also donate on the website www.estaterustoptwist.com A divers paradise awaits. Dive or snorkel the pipeline at our private beach or Cane bay just a mile and a half away hosts divers from all over the world. A few great restaurants near by known for local flavor and or amazing drinks on the water! We invite you to come explore and experience the magic of the North Shore at Estate Rust op Twist. Amenities include: Large screened in Balcony great for evening dinners & cocktails at sunset Beach Stay on the National Heritage Trail A guided walk or horse tour can be arranged on site to explore the ruins, magic and historical grounds. Sleeps 4 Comfortably 2 bedrooms One queen bed in each Living room couch is a Pottery Barn queen sized sleeper sofa Ceiling fans 2 Air conditioners Fully equipped kitchen with gas stove Washer and dryer