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Outdoor pool
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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

Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul

Hidden high on a mountain side , tucked away in a lush peaceful setting is a magical St John villa.

With luxurious accommodations , tasteful graceful interiors and everything you are looking for in a retreat that will rejuvenate your soul.

Please visit our website for more information.

This picturesque villa is Eminence On High, an enchanting villa high atop St John's Bordeaux Mountain.

This extremely private, gated villa is comprised of a magnificent main house and closely adjoining carriage house, lovely and charming. Both enjoy sweeping captivating mountain top views across the Caribbean to the British Virgin Islands on the horizon.

Due to post-hurricane road conditions, use of a 4x4 vehicle is critical to navigating St. John.

Eminence On High has abundant comfortable, relaxing outdoor spaces from which to enjoy the breathtaking views and the constant cooling Caribbean breeze.

Inside the magnificent mason home is the exquisite stone Great Room with soaring ceilings adorned with beautiful arched windows and stunning mahogany french doors which open up to the wrap around covered veranda which extends the Great Rooms' living areas to a breezy tranquil porch.

Just opposite the main living space is one of two dining rooms with charming fire place. Nearby is the stunning gourmet kitchen with blue Viking range designed for serious cooking and entertaining in mind.

There are 3 private, beautifully decorated bedrooms within the main house and 3 baths ,one with a stone and tile open air shower.

The close by carriage house has 3 spacious bedrooms, both charming with lovely interiors and The 2 upper level bedrooms share a large bath with and very private, stone mason outdoor shower. The 6th bedroom is located on the ground level of the carriage house with full ensuite bathroom.

There is much more to this spectacular family sized compound with luxurious amenities. Including the central, stone and tiled courtyard with lush tropical plantings, in-ground pool and over sized spa.

The focal point of the space is the incredible, outdoor dining area with Weber grille and seating for up to 12 guests. The space also shares a cozy, comfortable seating area all framed with beautiful arch french doors which open to the pool and central courtyard.

The grandeur and magic of Eminence On High awaits you.

Utterly captivating and tranquil ambiance beyond compare!


Property manager

Christine Sabharwal

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

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

Children are welcome

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 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

Villa
Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses Transends The Soul

About the neighborhood

Map
St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 6 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 11 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 18 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Little Lameshur Bay, and Ajax Peak. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Whistling Cay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house with amazing views.
Loved the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The pictures do not reflect how nice the property is in person! Every bedroom is nice and plenty of space to spread out. We had 11 adults and really enjoyed the outdoor area, pool and hot tub with excellent sound system! Propery manager, Eddie, very responsive with any problems or requests! We used Owen as a driver a lot and he also made excellent recommendation for boat rental! Use Local Time for best prices and fun captain!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eminence on High Dec 2023
Beautiful view. The house was very well equipped and comfortable for guests in the main house. The cottage with two bedrooms was not great. We made it work though. Only other complaint was the add on costs for the 4th and 5th bedrooms and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family vacation
Our family of 12 stayed for an awesome week at Eminence on High in December. First, the location is amazing! On top of the Bordeaux mountain ridge at over 1,000 ft elevation, it was 8 degrees cooler than at sea level. The view to the north and east is incredible! The first few days we experienced what the locals call the “Christmas wind” and up there it was blowing hard. After that we had a nice constant breeze. The wind and cooler air would be even more appreciated in warmer months. Located in the middle of the island, it’s closer to some of the snorkeling spots we like and easy to get to anywhere on the island. The road up is good except for about the last 100 yards, so you do need a jeep. The villa itself is stunning. Everything was clean when we arrived. It has beautiful décor, nice furniture, comfortable beds and sheets, plenty of towels, a good washer/dryer, complete cooking supplies and lots of dishes in the main kitchen as well as the party room. There are two refrigerators, a wine cooler and an ice maker. Lots of beach towels and chairs. The heated pool and hot tub were much appreciated on the colder days. We loved the party room for our evening meals and hanging out; the stove in the party room wasn’t working but that was just a minor inconvenience. We look forward to having an opportunity to stay again at Eminence on High Villa.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jp D., Morehead City

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
Great property for housing multiple adult couples, private and spacious setting both inside and outside
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
The house was beautiful. Pictures didn’t do it justice. Yes the drive up is very bumpy, but our Jeeps made it up with no issue. The views and pool were fabulous. Unfortunately the hottub was still out of commission and would have been nice at night as the pool is too cold. We would definitely stay there again. Plenty of room to spread out, kitchen and amenities are great. We did have a strong storm one day that brought water in from the ceiling and the windows in the main hallway. There also seems to be some water damage in the 1st floor bedroom closet. Only other issue were some mice that left their evidence in the mornings. I don’t consider this an issue because you are literally within nature in this home. We saw tons of frogs, birds, unique bugs including a few tarantulas living inside the bromeliads outside. Enjoyed falling asleep to the sound of frogs and wind through the palms every night. The kitchen A/C was a MUST and I’m so happy we purchased it extra. It works VERY well. The solid wood windows and furnishings are astonishing. Overall just really really missing our time spent here and hope to visit again soon! We got ready for our wedding here that occurred on Peace Hill and I’m so happy we chose this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great property. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect week in paradise
We had a wonderful time at this villa. The views were breathtaking! Highlights include sunrises from the master bedroom wraparound balcony, family dinners in the indoor/outdoor second kitchen at the massive table, and cooling off in the pool. As for communication, the property manager and owner were both extremely responsive and helpful. We loved that there were plenty of beach towels and beach chairs, which we took with us daily. Only callouts were that the hot tub, 2nd kitchen stove/grill top, and 2nd kitchen garbage disposal didn't work unfortunately, but we made due with the outdoor grill! Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Gorgeous home with incredibly views. Hot tub is not functioning and if it were there is an extra charge to use the hot tub and to have the pool heated to a point that you would want to swim in it so make sure you're aware of the extra fees and order before you arrive. Other than that the place is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Blue earth , mn USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed for a week. The home was perfect for six couples. Do you have to heat the pool their ice cold otherwise. It looks like it’s the highest spot in St. John so we had a lot of wind up there but the view is simply stunning and the property is absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View!
A very nice home with gorgeous views. Has everything one would need. Great seclusion, but with that comes a little more distance to stores and restaurants. Very happy with our stay and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than Advertised!
The property is absolutely stunning and was great for two families. The cooks kitchen was such a nice touch…incredible appliances! Views are spectacular and breezes were welcome in the afternoons. We appreciated all of the details and extras!! Of course the road up to the house is bumpy but aren’t they all?!😄 Would definitely stay again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

pamela t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!!!
Very clean and better than expected! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben T., Appleton, WI

Liked: Cleanliness
The property is spacious and beautiful. The views and amenities are also incredible. Five stars
Experience was straightforward, responsive and helpful. I would highly recommend to others. A few small amenities to consider: dish towels, explanation of the AC controls, kitchen essentials (spices, etc), and regrading the gravel drive. All else was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Emminence on High
Our family of 11 had a fantastic stay at Emminence on High in June. The property easily handled our group allowing for privacy and great times in the common areas. There was sufficient parking for 3 Jeeps, The views and breezes were incredible and the location serene and well situated to enjoy all St John has to offer. This is a quality villa and hands down the best we've enjoyed (we liked them all but this place is amazing!) in our 5 trips to St John.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

RACHAEL B.

Liked: Cleanliness
All That and several bags of chips!!
The view you guys. The view actually brought me to tears. It's the reason you should book this villa! This was our fourth trip to STJ and each one is better than the one before! This was a trip with 3 families of kids teens and adults. This house was perfect us! We had tons of room to hang out (coffee in the outdoor kitchen each morning for sunrise) before and after the beach! (Evenings on the porch with bourbon and ice cream). The pool was perfectly chilly and refreshing. We were disappointed that the hot tub was inoperable but we survived ;) The beds were comfortable and the AC for the bedrooms was perfect. We loved the outdoor showers and the kitchen was perfectly well stocked for our meals we made each day. The outdoor grill by the pool was put to good use. Oven was awesome. ICE MAKER! was so wonderful we used it every day. The breezes on top of Bordeaux Mountain are just unreal! It was such a nice way to spend our evenings after sun all day at the beach. Beach chairs, towels and coolers were wonderful amenities. Some notes and tips for future renters: If you plan to cook dinner it may be worth the extra $400 to run AC in the kitchen area because the entire kitchen turns into an oven as soon as you turn on the actual oven. There are awesome hall windows that open and get breezy in the kitchen though. It could just be that we are from the South and really like our AC. The HOTTUB WILL NOT be working until at least November of this year. The outdoor kitchen is not permitted for use due to fire codes so even though there is listed two kitchens, the outer area does have a sink and a great dishwasher but no cooking areas. Overall this place was EXCELLENT and we loved our stay here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby W.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Tropical Getaway
Our group of 8 adults (4 couples) had an amazing week staying at Eminence on High! I cannot speak highly enough about this wonderful home and property. The views from this house were stunning. Christine was so responsive and helpful, and answered all of our questions prior to arrival. Unfortunately, our flight was delayed so we arrived later than expected, but Vincent and Brenda were very accommodating and understanding. The house was extremely clean and well-kept, and there was more than enough space for the 8 of us! The kitchen was beautiful and fully stocked...which was great considering we ate a lot of our meals in! The only trouble we had was an influx of sugar ants, but Vincent was immensely sympathetic and immediately tried to take care of the issue, which was much appreciated! The house truly had everything we could want and more. St. John is a beautiful island. We highly recommend renting a charter boat to explore the island and check out all of the snorkeling spots, hike Ram's Head trail, and lounge on the beach at Cinnamon Bay (the house even comes with beach chairs you can use). Some of the best food spots we went to were Rhumb Lines in Coral Bay, and La Tapa and Rum Hut in Cruz Bay. Also delicious margaritas and nachos at Greengo's! Overall we had an amazing vacation, and can't wait until we can come back!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our time at Eminence On High!
Eminence On High was a great home away from home. I liked that the kitchen had everything that was needed as we did a LOT of cooking at the villa. We did not venture out in late afternoon because we were worried about finding out way back to the villa after dark. Loved lunch at Miss Lucy's! The view was amazing at the villa! We spent a lot of time using the HEATED pool and hot tub. Heating the pool was well worth the expense. It can get chilly up on top of the mountain but you do not suffer in the heated water! I would definitely recommend this.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view
We had a wonderful family time . Place is located on a top of a mountain with a beautiful view of islands . We were very comfortable . House was fully equipped with everything including beach chairs , towels and coolers . Recommend highly .
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tuck B., Boston, Ma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible View!
The view is just amazing, and makes your time at the villa magical. Second place goes to the kitchen appliances which are top rate. Our family of 12 fit perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris D., Indianapolis, IN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot on St John
We enjoyed our vacation on St John and in this lovely home. Everything seems brand new and of the highest quality. The owners have not skipped a thing! We loved the sunrise views from the porch and the jacuzzi under the starry skies, We were glad we rented a 4wd vehicle, as the road leading up to the home is challenging, as others have stated. We would stay here again if we return to St John ! It is a beautiful spot! I highly recommend it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best yet
What an incredible week! We have stayed on 7 other properties over the years, and this was a favorite for all family members, from my 4 children to my father. Clean, very up to date with every amenity at your fingertips, and extremely comfortable. Although I was leary about the location, it turned out to be perfect! 20 minute drive to Cruz Bay for dinner, or 15 minutes to Coral Bay. A true central location. Although we like to explore different locations with each visit, we all agree that we have to return to this one.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property
We had an incredible week staying at Eminence on High. The pictures do not do the property justice - the views are truly incredible and they have made several updates since they photos were taken. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the essential pots. pans, bakeware, blender etc that you might need. Our group utilized all of the space provided and had zero complaints. The last bit of the drive in is rutted and steeper as indicated but we had no problems. Vincent was fantastic and responded promptly when we had questions. If you are looking for amazing views, a quiet secluded location on Bordeaux Mountain side of the island and wonderful accommodations, look no further!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie & John M., Hampstead, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view on the island!
This is the sixth house we have stayed at on St John over the years and it was our favorite! It is beautiful inside and out. Everything looks new or recently updated. The master bedroom has the best view and the sunrise from the king bed is breathtaking! The home is private and gated yet not remote. There are other homes near by but you can not see them at all from the house. I was a little worried the house was too far away from town but it ended up being a great central location for going down into Coral Bay are and beaches, or to Maho or back into Cruz Bay. Everything is within 15- 20 minutes in all directions pretty much and with the new midway grocery store, it’s very easy to grab groceries. Every afternoon, after exploring a new beach, we looked forward to coming back to the house and just enjoying the patio, the view, the pool and a pina colada! We can’t wait to come back and spend another week or two at this truly beautiful home!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy N., Wellesley MA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful week on St John
Eminence on High was a wonderful place for our family to stay. Each boy enjoyed having their own bedroom (with tv!) and they enjoyed the hot tub and pool. The location was great - fairly close to Coral Bay although the drive down 108 is treacherous - and close to Maho Bay and other north shore beaches. Lots of room to spread out and relax and cooling breezes at night. Best beach chairs we’ve had from a rental and coolers a plenty for the beach. And great sunrises. We very much enjoyed our time. Only minor quibbles were lack of pantry staples (but I assume because of COVID) and Hopefully can get the indoor grill fixed! Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021