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A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

Step into relaxation with cathedral ceilings and teak furnishings. Take in breathtaking views of Pillsbury Sound from this cozy retreat.

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Smart TV, books, video library
Miscellaneous
Outdoor pool
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, books, video library

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 277 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

El Nido is our home away from home, and we love the time we get to spend here when we can. With cathedral ceilings throughout and very tastefully decorated with lots of teak furniture and original artwork, El Nido is the definition of a relaxed stay on St. John. A fully stocked kitchen with new appliances and everything you'll need for your stay is here. One large bedroom with air conditioning allows for two adults to live comfortably. Being on the third floor allows for gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea and Little St. James and Pillsbury Sound. The Caneel Bay trail is literally steps away which connects to the National Park trail system and will take you to Cruz Bay, the north shore beaches and all of the National Park trails.
We know you'll enjoy staying here as much as we do!

Property manager

Glenn Grillo

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 825 sq ft (77 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! St. John

About the neighborhood

Map
St. John, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min walk
  • Caneel Bay Beach - 20 min walk
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 7 min drive
  • Honeymoon Beach - 7 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Virgin Islands National Park and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Trunk Bay. Caneel Bay Beach and Honeymoon Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location.
This place was conveniently located and had everything that we needed. Would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The most beautiful view from the big balcony. This condo made us feel like at home. Everything you needed was there for you. Wifi worked great. A most comfortable breeze from the south windows really coiled rhe pkace off, even rhough we used rhe ac in the bedroom at night. The kitchen was large and had everything you needed. The pool was really nice. Parking for one vehichle right next to the steps. This place was perfect. Close to the ferry, grocery shopping at Dolphin Market, etc. Communications with both the owner and property manager were spot on. Manager Trevor met us there and gave us the details we needed. He made us feel at home. I'd reccomend this beautiful condo to anyone looking for a place near Cruz bay with a beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful get-away
Very convenient location and beautiful view! Owners and property manager, Trevor, were very helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherri B., Erie, CO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
We loved the view, needed a car for sure. Absolutely no communication from host before the stay, pretty stressful. We emailed a few times and even up until an hour before check in no word. He called and said father-in-law passed away so he was sorry. Property manager gave us some money for dinner while cleaning crews cleaned up. Overall great place just stressful at first!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
February 2024 Stay
First time staying on Cruz Bay side, location was very conveniently located off of Centerline Road. Condo was clean with plenty of space for the two of us. Neighbors and the local animals were slighlty noisy but wasn't a deal breaker. One downside, we put together one of the puzzles and it was missing a couple of pieces, LOL!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S., Minneapolis, Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Patio with Cruz Bay view, priceless!
This was the perfect home base for us for a week of beach going, snorkeling, and hiking. The patio is very spacious with lovely furniture and a spectacular view. The kitchen is also a huge selling point. While not big, it was better equipped for cooking than any VRBO we’ve ever rented and very functional. We appreciated the adjacent spur trail to the main hiking path and used it often. Thanks to the hosts and Dena the property manager!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient, comfortable condo with spectacular view
The condo had everything we needed for a great home base as we explored the island. We loved relaxing on the porch in the mornings and at sunset.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
El Nido
Pros: Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Kitchen is modern and well stocked with all the things we needed to cook. We loved the deck with the chaise lounges. Pool and pool area is nice. Condo was clean. Dena was lovely to deal with. Cons: AC in bedroom was very loud and didn't cool the room much. Mattress and pillows uncomfortable. On one of the beach chairs, the backpack part was ripped and didn't work so we had to carry it. Just be aware there's no dishwasher, and washer dryer is not located in the condo. But honestly it served us well for our trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa
This villa is the perfect spot for a private vacation, but still close to town, beaches, etc. Loved it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Nice location. Great views. It was a wonderful spot for a relaxing vacation away from the cold weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in St. John
We had a great stay at El Nido. The kitchen had all the equipment for a few breakfasts and dinners at home. The view from the patio was gorgeous. It's nicely perched on the hill to take advantage of the breeze. Furniture was generally comfortable. Wifi was good. There was some road noise later into the morning but nothing too disruptive. Would definitely recommend to other couples visiting St. John.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Estate Pastory
My husband & I enjoyed our stay! Clean property, great location and amazing view of the sunset!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views/lovely decor
Pleasantly surprised w the unit. Beautiful new deck, w comfortable lounge chairs and outdoor dining. Had all the amenities you’d want… Gorgeous views of Chocolate hole, Cruz Bay, etc. Location made it nice to access South or North shores. AC in bedroom although the open rafters made it difficult to cool. Everything else was exceptional.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed sun and fun!
We loved this property. Gorgeous views, close ride to downtown. Would recommend getting a Jeep Rental to explore island and get around. The condo was beautiful! Bedroom stays cool with the AC and the rest of the condo stayed cool with the breeze. Condo development quiet and pool was a great. A must stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., Virginia Beach, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing veiws
There's something special about St. John and this property is perfect! It was spacious (just me and my husband), the view is amazing, the location was great, and the winds kept things cool! We were able to check in early on our arrival day and the property is very clean. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOE F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect couple getaway
Great location. Perfect size. Wonderful view. Cool cross breeze. Quiet. Well equipped and immaculate
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and convenient location!
We loved staying at El Nido for our week in St John! The location was incredibly convenient to Cruz Bay area, with a beautiful view and a nice modern unit. The decor was great, amenities exactly what we needed for a week! The greeter was easy to work with, gave us some tips for while on island as well. We can’t wait to return to the island!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

patricia c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get-away at El Nido
This one bedroom condo was great choice for us. Panoramic 180+ view to the southwest from the deck, cool breezes - so no need for AC, comfortable bed, lots of towels, great shower, well equipped kitchen, plenty of beach stuff for two, and very, very clean. Property manager Dena we rated excellent, and the owner's information packet was one of the best we've ever come across.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Happy with this Property
The property was just as the pictures online showed. No surprises, which was nice. Very clean, plenty of space for 2 people. We enjoyed the large deck every morning and evening. The deck provided more privacy than we expected, as there are no other decks next to you. Good location and nice views of the water. The property manager met us at our car rental's office, we followed her to the unit and she gave a quick tour of the unit which was appreciated.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay here again
Very clean property in a convenient location. 5 min drive to cruise bay. The bed was comfortable, views were spectacular, and the neighborhood is quiet. Clean pool, convenient laundry, well equipped kitchen, I could go on and on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!
Great views, comfortable and convenient. Beautifully decorated.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views & Convenient Location
El Nido is only a few minutes from town, offers outstanding views and National Park access by foot. The unit is recently updated and nicely appointed. If you are a hiker, there is a footpath that gives you direct and immediate access to Caneel Hill Trail in the National Park. You can hike to the lookout in 10 minutes or to Honeymoon Bay, maybe 30 - 40 minutes away. Proximity to Cruz Bay comes with one detraction. The condo complex is close to Centerline Road, which is the main transportation corridor on the island. If you are on the deck during the day, the constant sound of trucks grinding up and down the hill and honking at each other can be annoying. On the other hand, you probably will be out enjoying the island somewhere else, so by the time you get back to the unit the trucks should be parked for the evening. One last thing, our college age son joined us and slept on the pull-out couch in the living room. He said the mattress was not very comfortable and we could hear his every turn through the night. That piece of furniture should be replaced if the unit is represented to sleep more than 2 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cinnamon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
December Anniversary Trip to St. John
We loved staying at El Nido/Estate Pastory and had a great experience! It was well furnished and beautifully decorated! I loved that they had nice beach chairs and beach towels that we could use. So convenient! Our favorite part about the condo was the wonderful deck! The view was great and the furniture was very nice. We enjoyed eating outside at the high top table, and also just lounging out there whenever we could. It was also nice that all the windows had screens and the air flowed through so well. Glenn (the owner) was quick to respond and offered so much helpful information prior to our trip. Their "Welcome Book" was the absolute best I've ever seen! There were pages and pages of helpful information about things to do places to see, helpful numbers, etc. Dena, the property manager, was also very helpful and so easily accessible! She gave us her cell number, and answered all of our questions. While we were there, we had a small problem, and we texted her. She responded right away, and had a handyman (Todd, who was also so nice and helpful) there in literally less than 10 minutes! Overall, we loved our stay and would definitely recommend El Nido to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kieran o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Nice condo. Well Stocked kitchen very clean and beautiful view. I would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Whitney M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dad and daughter scuba trip
Great place to stay for scuba diving on St. John. Not too far from Cruz Bay where all restaurants are located. Grocery store on way there to stop and pick up goodies after getting off of ferry. Property manager is very attentive and made sure we arrived at condo without any issues.