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Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay

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Beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay

Alexandra Cottage - Studio with amazing views!
Alexandra Cottage offers a romantic getaway with spectacular, unobstructed and breathtaking views of the Caribbean and surrounding islands. This cottage is located on Pocket Money Lane, a private cul-de-sac. The town of Cruz Bay and the ferry dock are .4 miles from the cottage. The cottage has a King size bed, is fully air conditioned, has Starlink Wi-Fi , which is extremely high-speed and always available, and an automatic generator.
As you arrive at Alexandra cottage, the lush Caribbean landscaping welcomes you to your home away from home. The private stairway leads to this beautiful hidden cottage. The bedroom is designed to capture the beauty St John has to offer with large glass windows where one can wake up and gaze toward St Thomas and the beautiful views. There is also a sliding glass door that leads from the bedroom onto the side deck. A brand new addition with a washing machine and clothes dryer was completed in October 2022.
Alexandra cottage has 1000 square feet of living space with Carrera white marble flooring. The cottage has an open floor plan with a fully equipped kitchen, including a refrigerator, microwave, blender, coffee maker, cook top and toaster. The living room area is furnished with a new queen sleeper sofa andfeatures a comfortable chair, Smart TV, and a dining table with bar stool chairs. The bathroom is spacious with a white ceramic bowl sink and a walk in, large blue tiled shower.
The deck surrounding one side of the cottage features a sitting area with a Weber grill, a bistro set table and chairs for outdoor dining. There is also a patio off the back of the cottage where one can relax after a day at the beach on the two chaise lounges. Sit back and admire the beautiful sunset and the lights twinkling across the Caribbean waters.
The cottage has a generator for any power outages that might occur on island. The cottage is fully air conditioned and has ceiling fans throughout. Taxis/Cabs will provide transportation if needed for the short ride to Cruz Bay. However, we suggest renting a vehicle in order to see the island and enjoy town and the beaches. Some guests do walk to town and back but it is not for everyone
New service for your convenience! We now provide trash service twice a week. There is no trash removal on St John. Normally all trash must be brought to the local dumpsters on the island.

Property manager

Karen and Dan

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the city center

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

General

  • Unit size: 1000 sq ft (93 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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets 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
Cashless transactions are available
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

456593

About the neighborhood

Map
Cruz Bay, VIRGIN ISLANDS

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 12 min walk
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 13 min walk
  • Honeymoon Beach - 6 min drive
  • Caneel Bay Beach - 10 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Battery and Virgin Islands National Park. St. John Spice and Cruz Bay Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stormi F.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view of Cruz Bay!!!
First time visit to St. John and Alexandra Cottage worked out perfectly for us. We were there during part of Carnival week and enjoyed the restaurants and the festivities. We found a nice spot to have lunch and watch the 4th of July parade and went back to the cottage to watch the fireworks over Cruz Bay later in the evening. I communicated with the host and the on location property manager and received prompt responses right away - both were very helpful as well. We were very appreciative of all the extras that were provided to make it a stress free stay and to equip us explore several beaches: the cooler, the chairs, the shade tent, the towels ❤️ Loved waking up to the spectacular view right out the bedroom window..... breathtaking! PS also first time seeing iguanas - wow - we saw over 10 hanging out in the tree out back enjoying the leaves. I would highly recommend Alexandra Cottage and hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views. Peaceful
The views were beautiful . House had everything we needed for four nights . W/D was a plus ! Very steep hill. Jeep rental was necessary even though very close to town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent and Neto tent was icing on the cake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay!
This cottage was exactly as described - only better! Everything we could possible need was supplied. The view from the deck is amazing, and the cleanliness and washer and dryer were appreciated. The bed was heavenly. We knew there were steps, but just be aware they are not normal stairs - they have different levels of heights which challenged my husband but he hung in there and did it! I highly recommend Alexandra Cottage. Karen's communication was superior!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cruz Bay Sunsets and Snorkeling
Perfect size and location for two. A/C was a great help as the windows face west. The addition of a washer and dryer this year was also really appreciated. Lovely view and tremendous sunsets! Sunset view from the bedroom and balcony. BBQ grill was great for dinners at home. Easy access to Cruz bay if you want to drop in for happy hour or dinner. St. John never disappoints with outstanding snorkeling at places like Honeymoon beach, Hansen, Maho and Salt Pond. Lots of variety and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage getaway
Very nice! Felt very private to us the way the cottage is situated in the hillside trees. This was my favorite part. Thought everything was super clean and organized the shower was particularly enjoyable. We enjoyed grilling on the covered deck almost every night. Bed was very comfortable. I counted 4 iguanas in the trees. I'm sure there are more. The cottage was well supplied. Appreciated the bottled water!I've been to St John approximately a dozen times. I certainly would stay here again. A rental car is almost a must in my opinion....last but not least, we had some flight/travel logistical issues that Karen was able to assist with. Communication was never lacking. Hope to stay there next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Accommodating!
Stunning views and very thoughtfully stocked! We had everything we needed and the home was so very clean! Communication was great with the host and we would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
6 days in paradise
Very beautiful location, views from the room and porch were lovely. Comfortable bed and sofa, really cool tiled shower area, great BBQ, pretty landscaping. We appreciated the use of the cooler, the tote bag with beach towels, and the beach chairs. All things you cam’t bring with you on a plane! Also located reef-safe sun screen and bug spray which we didn’t bring (we brought the old kind of sunscreen not allowed here.) Kitchen didn’t have tons of supplies, no oven or dishwasher, but we don’t need that, and had enough dishes, glasses, pans, utensils etc. for our us. Has a coffeemaker and filters which is essential! The town with market and little shops is about five minutes away by car and easy to navigate. You could walk to town but wouldn’t recommend: very steep and narrow roads and we aren’t in good enough shape to make it! Hosts were super responsive to questions and requests. Such a comfortable, relaxing place! And St. John is awesome. Gorgeous, uncrowded, spectacular beaches and hikes. Will return, thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meredith V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would Love to Go Back!
It was a perfect spot for our time in the USVI! Would absolutely recommend this listing to a friend and would visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K., Pittsburgh Pa

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic getaway
My husband and I stayed here for our 15 year anniversary. We loved this cute little cottage. It had everything we needed. The view was awesome. The bed was extremely comfortable. The coffee beans and grinder were a perk. We took a short cab ride to the cottage from the ferry dock after having an early dinner then the next day we walked down to town to get our rental jeep. Very easy. We loved having morning coffee on the deck and evening wine before bed. We’d definitely stay here again
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Romantic Getaway!
This is the second time my husband and I have stayed at Alexandra Cottage. It is perfect for a couple looking for the combination of fun and privacy. You are a close 5 minute drive to the shops and restaurants of Cruz Bay and 10 minutes to the north shore beaches. The cottage has everything you need and more! We love lying in bed and watching the views of the ocean. We will stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

becky C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We loved this little cottage, it had everything we needed and more! The Neso and the snorkeling equipment were so convenient saving on rentals. The view of Cruz Bay was amazing from both inside and outside!! Our only complaint is that we didn’t have more time! Would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome again!
This is our second time staying, and it was just as great as the first!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how secluded and quiet it was. The view from the bedroom was awesome!

6/10 Okay

Richard T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Not a safe or easy walk to Cruz Bay. The property itself was really beautiful and the amenities were good. The house came prepared for anything we needed for our week long stay. This place could use a washer and dryer and also the walk to and from town is not a simple and safe walk. This walk is in fact pretty dangerous and treacherous to get to the villa. Some cab drivers did not want to drive us to our villa causing us to walk some nights. If you are physically challenged by steep hills and uneven surfaces you should have a vehicle for this location. You must take your trash out at the bottom of the hill as well. This means if you don’t have a vehicle you will be trekking up and down the hills to throw away your trash. The property itself was great but I wish the walk to downtown was not so dangerous
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H., Pittsburgh PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Gorgeous views, beautiful property and the kindness and most accommodating hosts we have met thus far on Vrbo!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation St John
We had a good stay. Property as described and was in convenient location. If you are in for a little exercise you can even walk to Cruz Bay. We did this twice however you must be pretty physically fit to accomplish this. Property is in safe location and was very private. Shower is what I call indoor outdoor which to us was amazing
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leah K., Philadelphia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great VRBO!
My husband and I loved our stay at the Alexandra cottage and are already right to plan our next trip back. The cottage was well stocked with spices, dishware, and beach supplies (SPF tent, chairs, towels).
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property with amazing views!
Karen was so helpful with all questions we had during our stay. The villa was beautiful, clean, and easy to access from Cruz Bay. Can’t beat the view!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Reyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Misleading Listing
The property was beautiful and a very comfortable place to stay. The views are stunning and it is very secluded and private. It is absolutely NOT a short walk to or from the downtown area as the listing states. The listing had the location pinned on the map right behind dolphin market which would have been a short easy walk. The actual location is at least half a mile up a very steep hill on pocket money lane. It is absolutely worth the $10 to get a taxi up there if you don’t have a rental car.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay
Beautiful home with amazing views!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage in a tropical rain forest
Alexandra cottage is a spectacular living place in a tropical rain forest overlooking Cruz bay. The house is designed like a garden. One of the hosts Tara is very nice and hospitable. You can see a lot of animals such as roosters, a cat that is asking for food, 5-6 lizards hanging around the tree enjoying sunshine just like you but don’t worry lizards usually won’t come around your personal space and these types are really timid and shy. Best way to get there is to rent a jeep but we didn’t have one it’s also fine.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Romantic Getaway
Alexander Cottage is truly one of the most beautiful properties we've stayed at. The view overlooking Cruz Bay- where you can watch a spectacular sunset - is truly magical. The mosaic shower is super cool and the king sized bed comfy :) If you have mobility issues- this property is not for you since there's a steep stairway down to the cottage. This was not a problem for us. Looking forward to booking again :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cute, well equipped one bedroom cottage. Very steep stairs down to cottage. Not for those with heavy or cumbersome luggage. Direction are not easy to follow they need ti be updated. Fast response with property manager. Would definitely recommend! Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monique M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little hidden gym
A little difficult to find but once you find it, it's amazing. Beautiful view. Privacy is decent. Host communicated immediately! Will definitely book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021