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Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews

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Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews

Palm Vista is a sparkling clean island style villa situated 500 feet above sea level on the boundary of the national park. This is one of the very few villas on St John that offer both sunrise & sunset views! Plus, Luxury Retreats International has rated Palm Vista as "1 of the top 10 view villas in the world"!

The 280 degree panoramic views are unparalleled on the south shore; providing views all the way to Ram Head with sunrises in the east, looking south into Reef Bay, Fish Bay and Rendezvous Bay, and to the west for great sunsets. The site gives you the ultimate in privacy, yet you are close enough to hear the gentle sounds of the surf below. Plus, the national park is right next door providing easy access to hiking.

The villa is equipped with Solar panels & Tesla power walls to provide electricity during power outages.

Guests have given over 200 Five Star Reviews on VRBO and T Advsr.; the most of any St John villa! You may have seen Palm Vista on HGTV as scenes for their show Caribbean Life were filmed here!

I have the best maid on the island, so you will find the villa VERY CLEAN. The pool is also professionally cleaned once a week.

The vaulted ceiling Great Room constructed of native stone walls and travertine marble floors, has 20' wide sliding glass doors to the south providing a great ocean view with screens for you to enjoy the cooling trade winds. The French doors to the east provide additional ocean and pool views. The large sectional couch provides comfortable seating and the new Samsung 46" flat panel TV is connected to satellite as well as DVD. There is also a bar and stools; perfect for entertaining.

Each of the three air conditioned bedrooms have their own en-suite luxury bath, with custom Walter Zanger tiled vanities trimmed in mahogany. Plenty of shelving for easy living, plus large travertine showers. Each bedroom has satellite TV as well as wonderful ocean views!

The main level has a large Veranda which wraps around the south and east of the home, covered in coral tile and amply furnished for relaxing and dining. The views from the veranda are too good to describe - this is where you will spend your time, enjoying the cooling trade winds. The veranda flows to the pool deck, also covered in beautiful natural coral stone.

The pool deck has new Frontgate chaise lounges purchased in 2021.

Palm Vista was completed with loving care as you will see, from the hand made pottery light fixtures, the detailed tile work, the beamed ceilings to the star fish adorned bulkheads no detail was spared. Come and experience the paradise of Palm Vista!

Rent from 2 to 3 bedrooms; priced accordingly. two bedroom rental guests can choose from the 2 King bedrooms or the Queen bedroom on the main floor with en-suite bath & one of the 2nd & 3rd King bedrooms on the garden level, each with their own en-suite baths. Rates are based upon double occupancy; up to 4 guests = 2 bedrooms, 5-6 guests = 3 bedrooms. If you have a total of 4 guests, you can pay an additional fee if you desire the 3rd bedroom. If you rent less than 3 bedrooms, the un-rented bedrooms are locked out and never rented to a different party. If you have a need for a 4th bedroom, you can rent the Guest Suite on the property next door; contact owner for availability and more details.

The owner is not responsible for any booking and or computer errors made by VRBO.

A rental car will be required for your stay. 2 or 4 door 4WD Wrangler is recommended; not because you will use 4WD, but Jeeps sit higher off the ground making maneuvering the hills and turns on St John easier. Road/construction: in 2022 work is underway to bury the utility lines on the major roadways. This may cause some slight traffic delays. Also, sometime in 2022 or 2023 construction of a new home is scheduled to occur nearby toward the end of Skytop road.

*****IF THIS VILLA IS RENTED FOR YOUR DESIRED TIME PERIOD, OR YOU ARE LOOKING FOR OTHER ACCOMMODATIONS, PLEASE CONSIDER MY OTHER 2 VACATION RENTALS:

SEASIDE VISTA: OCEAN FRONT VILLA- 1 or 2 bedrooms for 1-4 guests
see info at https://www.vrbo.com/590843

LITTLE PALM GUEST SUITE- 1 bedroom for 1-2 GUESTS
see info at https://www.vrbo.com/253498
If you have any questions feel free to call or e-mail me; I'm happy to answer anything about my place or the island of St John.

I am the owner, Michael Krienik, and the only person that does bookings for my property. If you have any questions, call me at 513-460-5360. Thanks.

Below are unsolicited, unedited comments from guests who stayed at Palm Vista:

“We thoroughly enjoyed Palm Vista. Your villa exceeds all expectations.
Tyson extremely personable and helpful. Thanks again for
everything.” John E. – Long Lake, MN


“We had a wonderful time staying at your villa. We really liked the
bedroom furniture, where did you buy it? Thank you again.” Mark and
Colleen L. – Houston, TX


“I wanted to let you know we had a great stay at your home in St. John
in January. Your house is beautiful and the view is breathtaking. What
an incredible place! Again, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and thank
you for everything.” Sheila B. – Wilder, KY


“We had a fantastic time. Tyson is a super nice guy and was readily
accessible on the couple times we needed him.” Amanda P. – Canaan, NY


“Thanks for everything, your home is very lovely. I loved all the
Restoration Hardware furniture,colors, and overall feel. Everything
was very tastefully decorated, and the view was amazing.” Holly C.–
Saline, MI


“We loved our week at Palm Vista, and Tyson and Ali are just
wonderful. Thanks. Jean B. - West Kingston, RI


“We had a grand time and are looking forward to being able to come
back again.” John D – Ft Mitchell, KY

FYI: Tyson is the property manager; he will greet you at the ferry &
escort you to the villa; he is on call 24/7 should you need something.


Keywords: House, villa, ocean views, best views on the island

Property manager

Michael Krienik

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 8 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Solar energy

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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
Note from host: Child liability waiver required for age 8 & under.

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
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
fish bay, cruz bay

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 11 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 20 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 21 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Klein Bay and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Rendezvous Bay and Hart Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Palm Vista: Voted Top 10 Panoramic Villa View in the World! +200 5 star reviews Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Everything was great. Property is beautiful.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible!!!
Highest recommendation. We loved our visit to St John and the Palm Vista was perfect for our group of six
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cody P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great stay
great location
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Let me help you with your decision...
I should not have to sell anyone on the location or views, they speak for themselves from all the amazing pictures. What we really appreciated was how communicative everyone was as our trip got closer. From the moment we landed on the island, to getting our rental car, to the escort up to the property, everything was 5 stars. Our host walked us through everything, we did not have any questions as we began our week long trip to paradise. I highly recommend this property, it's quiet, convenient and of course, breathtaking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best views on the Island!
The Villa was lovely and the views were incredible. This was my 2nd time to St. John. The kitchen is also very well stocked with everything that you will need!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Villa!
We really enjoyed our week stay at Palm Vista. The view were beautiful and the house was perfect. The location was good.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful unit!!!! Palm Vista
Our host (Michael) was wonderful, so wonderful we had him over for dinner! Greatest views on the island. We wanted for nothing at our unit!!!! We will be back for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Overall, Palm Vista is a wonderful villa with jaw dropping views and all the amenities you need. Host is very friendly and responsive - checking in to make sure you are having the perfect trip. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spring break location with the family
We stayed at Palm Vista for 7-days over spring break with our family of 4 - two teenage boys. It was perfect for everything we needed. The views were incredible! The beds were comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Communication with Michael from the very start was the best we've had from a VRBO owner. He provided tons of details to make getting to & from St John and Palm Vista easy, and offered many great suggestions to make our stay even better. I would definitely recommend this place and Michael!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Palm Vista, St. John
This was the best home we have stayed in through VRBO. This was our 3rd visit to St. John and we were very happy to see that the restaurants and shops were open and fully staffed. What a great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING Vacation Stay
The pictures shown does not do this home justice. It’s such a beautiful place with spectacular views. It is super privately located as well. Me, my husband & our two children (ages 11 & 15) stayed here for 8 nights during Memorial Day weekend and the week after. The host and the property manager were very friendly and helpful. They always responded within minutes of texting them (I only had to text them once during our stay to replace a battery in one of the smoke detectors in a downstairs bedroom bc it was beeping from low battery. They had it replaced within an hour. 👏). The home is also conveniently located, but very private. I can not recommend this place enough.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Gorgeous house which looked just like the pictures. This is a first class property with a very gracious host. We will be back for sure! St. John is a beautiful place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking views
Thank you Michael for sharing Palm Vista! We loved the property and had a great vacation. The views were outstanding and the villa was clean, comfortable, and as advertised. This was our second trip to St John, and our time at Trunk Bay on multiple days was heavenly. I actually enjoy the steep winding drive to/from the villa, but it can be a bit unnerving for some.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy!!
The pictures don’t do this place justice!! It’s gorgeous … amazing sunset and sunrise from the porch. Bedrooms are big and beautiful!! Loved our entire visit!!! Michael made it super easy!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual trip with friends (all in healthcare) looking for relaxation.
Palm Vista is a gorgeous property. It’s located close enough to Cruz Bay to go in for dinners but you can also enjoy the quiet neighborhood and grill out for dinner on the deck. The panoramic views from the deck are amazing. The beaches in St. John are pristine. Will definitely go back. Highly recommend this property! Well stocked kitchen items and awesome pool too!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% recommend
Beautiful condo, gorgeous views. The Villa is stocked with everything you would need for a perfect beach getaway. The owner provided excellent recommendations and information about the island. We had the best week in St. John and couldn’t have picked a better place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

mitchell s., fort wayne indiana

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcome to paradise!
We had not been to at John’s for over 30 years- we are sorry we waited so long! My wife and I had a wonderful time and we could not have found a nicer place and host! The villa is outstanding in all aspects from the view to the bedrooms to the pool- it is all more than we expected and the thing that puts it over the top is Michael the host! From the time of rental to arrival and throughout our stay he was unbelievable. We have stayed in many vrbo’s etc over the years and he is by far the best host we have ever had! Thank you Michael!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, fantastic trip!
The house layout was perfect for us and our two college age children. Unbelievable amenities on a remote island with incredible views. The condition of the property is great and very comfortable. Small pool was ideal after long days at the beach. The property manager was easy to reach and responsive. Well stocked kitchen, comfy beds, clean bathrooms… and great outside living space!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at Palm Vista
Our family of 5 really enjoyed our stay at Palm Vista. The house is extremely well appointed and has everything you need for a great stay in St. John. Michael met us at the market and led us to the house and gave us a full tour of the property and all its features upon arrival. It's an easy drive from Cruz Bay and the beachers. The pictures really don't do the the view justice, as it is incredible! Highly recommend a stay at Palm Vista!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Trip To St John
Our first trip to St John. We will be back. Palm Vista is a great place to stay...outstanding view. Michael and his team were accommodating and accessible. They made the check-in process easy. Michael’s tips were very helpful as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Missi S., Nashville, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house!
Everything was as expected. The views are amazing! The drive to the house took a little longer for us first timers, but we quickly and easily learned the ways and quite enjoyed all the switchbacks and driving on the left side. The Queen bed was super comfortable and so were the sheets! We highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

M G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, amazing views
My husband and our two teens had a great week. House was exactly as described and the views are spectacular. Teens loved the layout of the two bedrooms with outside entrances. We played bocce, swam in the pool and used the grill and well-equipped kitchen. Beach chairs and coolers were great for the beaches. Drive to get to the rental is an adventure…definitely glad we had a jeep. Highly recommend sailing on Tipitina as an excursion and visiting the Windmill Bar. Favorite beaches were Hawksnest, Trunk Bay, and getting up early one day and going to Maho—great snorkeling with lots of turtles. Rented jet skis with the “tour” at Cruz Bay Waterspots at the Westin..so pleasantly surprised, it was awesome and the kids had a blast. We had a great stay and would rent this house again. Thanks!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Week in Paradise
Our family rated this as one of our best vacations. St. John's is truly paradise, and the views from Palm Vista are breathtaking. Michael and his staff made it so easy. They met us in town and led us to the property. He gives great suggestions for dining, beaches, car rentals, etc. The house provided beach chairs, coolers and towels for the beach, and the kitchen was well equipped. The three bedrooms were perfect for for our three couples and very comfortable. All in all a perfect spot for anyone wanting a beautiful get away.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Paradise
Is you are looking for a peaceful slow paced tropical paradise, look no further than the stunning Palm Vista! From the moment we stepped onto St John, we were greeted by the kind hearted Bernard who made sure we got our Jeep and escorted us to the top of our vista rental! The views are something you have to see to believe. Throughout our villa, Michael and his team have added nice little touches to make you want for nothing. Thank you for sharing your slice of paradise with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Michael was incredibly accommodating, and the property was infinitely better in person than on the listing. The pictures absolutely do not give it the appropriate visual for what it actually is. The pool was perfect to come back to after a morning and afternoon at the beach. We kept trying to negotiate with him how we could stay another 10 weeks. I would without question stay here again, and having Michael as a resource was invaluable. We are already planning a stay with him in the fall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023