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Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • 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.

Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views

Skyloft, a modern vacation cottage newly constructed in 2015, is perched on a tropical hillside 600 feet above Coral Bay one mile from the Virgin Islands National Park. It is one-half mile from the shops and restaurants of Coral Bay. The home consists of two buildings, a kitchen and a bedroom/bathroom. There is a spacious tile deck, a back deck shaded area, and external grilling kitchen, and a 12-foot diameter freshwater pool. There are two tropical outdoor showers. Access to the Skyloft deck and the spectacular view is by way of three flights of stairs from the cement parking area.

Many Coral Bay Restaurants, such as Skinny Legs, Rhum Lines/Indigo Grill, Oasis, Danforth and Aqua Bistro, are less than one mile away.

A 10 minute drive northwest brings you to the Maho, Cinnamon, and Trunk Bay beaches. A 10 minute drive east brings you to Salt Pond Beach. Also within this radius are hiking trails, plantation ruins, water sports rentals, restaurants, bars and shops.

The Skyloft indoor kitchen includes a sink, a 2-burner stove top, a small microwave, blender, toaster, a unique, full-capacity, under-counter refrigerator/freezer, cabinets and eat-in counter space for 2. There is a small but complete inventory of cooking pans and pots along with necessary utensils and plates.

The outdoor kitchen features a built-in gas grill, a sink and electricity. There is a sheltered outdoor dining/lounging area between the two buildings. Skyloft is specifically designed for guests seeking privacy and elegant outdoor living.

The bedroom is a separate, enclosed, fully-screened building with a queen-sized bed, ceiling-fan, air conditioning, two closets, and an enclosed bathroom featuring access to an outdoor shower. The outdoor shower has stunning views of Coral Bay, Hurricane Hole, Tortola, Norman Island, Peter Island and the Sir Francis Drake Channel.

The large tiled outdoor deck is perfect for lounging, dining and relaxing. At the east end of the deck is a 12-foot diameter freshwater pool. The second outdoor shower is by the pool.

Skyloft faces Northeast. The sun travels behind the property in the southern sky, providing natural shade for the deck in the morning and in the afternoon. There is all-day shade in the outdoor dining area and off to the side of the deck beyond the external grilling kitchen.

The property is secluded and private, surrounded by a lush tropical forest.

Beach towels, beach chairs, and a cooler are available for excursions.

There is a minimum stay requirement of 7 nights

Skyloft is closed during the months of August and September. Check the calendar for precise closing and opening dates.










Property manager

Jim Pfeiffer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Marina nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 400 sq ft (37 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

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 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 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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views House
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views Coral Bay
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway Stunning Views
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool Stunning Views
Romántica Privada 1 Br Escapada con Piscina y Vistas
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool Stunning Views
Romantic Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool Stunning Views

About the neighborhood

Map
Coral Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 18 min walk
  • Cinnamon Bay - 7 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 10 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 17 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Virgin Islands National Park, Johnson Bay, and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. Ajax Peak and Waterlemon Cay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Romantic, Private 1 Br Getaway With Pool And Stunning Views Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 48 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect in every way!
This was our third trip to St John, so we obviously love the island. And if you could create the absolutely perfect place for a couple to stay, Skyloft is that place. Killer view, fifteen minutes from all our favorite east side beaches and snorkeling spots and very comfortable. Skyloft is well-appointed and maximizes outdoor living space in a place where that’s exactly what we want to do! It’s just a gorgeous place. Reviews suffer from grade inflation. If it were allowed, this place is 6 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

M F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place and Great Hosts
Skyloft is a special place - the views are unmatched and hosts very accommodating and communicative! I would highly recommend it. The outdoor showers are AMAZING!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another wonderful stay at Sky Loft
My husband and I had another wonderful stay at Sky Loft! We stayed here last year also. My husband loves the pool deck & I love the covered sitting area. It was my favorite place to be in the morning watching & listening to the birds, lizards, and hermit crabs. The views from any area of Sky Loft can not be beat! I will admit that we were slightly put off that the owners were living on the property this time, but we quickly got over it. The driveway was indeed worse than last year, which the owner warned us about due to the recent rain.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private getaway
Enjoyed our stay here. The owners directions sent prior to our arrival were very helpful in finding the house. The drive up is hair raising at first, but it gets better with time. The house was exactly as pictured and described. We had a wonderful stay here!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
Skyloft was amazing and we had a fantastic time! The hosts, Jim & Cathy, made everything very simple and provided everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
Skyloft is a dream! We will be back! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountaintop oasis in the islands
Private villa high above Coral Bay with magnificent views of the east end of Saint John. Immaculately clean living space surrounded by lush vegetation and ample opportunity for outdoor living with shaded dining area and large tiled deck for enjoying the view as well as the pool. The outdoor showers were great for taking in the scenery and getting close to nature. 4wd required to get up the road but that just adds to the charm.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Manda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private and beautiful
Clean and well designed. Perfect for a couple looking to be close driving distance to diving, snorkeling, trails, grocery market, and restaurants but secluded and peaceful. Great views of Coral Bay, and awesome outdoor areas to sit and relax after taking a dip in the pool. Nice outdoor cooking area and well stocked kitchen. You will love your stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful journey up K2 - worth it !
Delivered as promised- be 4x4 and in stair stepper shape, prepare for back of island life- great time - thank u!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginnie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute paradise
First timers to St.John and couldn’t have asked for a better experience . I had many questions and all were all answered and so very helpful hiding me through everything including our rental vehicle . My husband and I stayed a week for our honeymoon and it was everything we could have asked for. We’re already planning our next trip to St.John .
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Week
Beautiful views and seclusion. Great property. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most Amazing View In Coral Bay
Peaceful Retreat in the hills of Coral Bay. Centrally located to all this area has to offer.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Connie B., Anchorage, AK

Liked: Cleanliness
Skyloft
Beautiful view from the decks. Jim was very helpful and available for any questions we had. He even met us in town and had us follow him to property since we arrived after dark. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Skyloft was a Dream
My wife and I spent our honeymoon at Skyloft on St. John. Waking up to the panoramic views of Coral Bay and surrounding islands every morning was astounding. Everything we needed was on the property and it was all easy to find. Jim was also very punctual with communication which made our stay go even more smoothly. We cannot recommend renting this property enough. We wish we could’ve stayed for an entire month!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Graham T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Spent a week at Skyloft and it was simply stunning. Amazing views with a great location. St. John is such a wonderful place and Skyloft helps you take advantage of what the island has to offer. Don’t worry about the driveway-you get used to it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles "Andy" S., Maine, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary week
This is a great property for an active couple that desires privacy and loves nature. This villa has a treehouse feel, but is luxuriously appointed with no detail left out. The road in and the steps to the place are a challenge, but not atypical for villas in Coral Bay. The view makes it all worth it!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
Skyloft has some incredible views of Coral Bay and Tortola. I loved they layout that provides plenty of outdoor space and different options to chose from. The pool was wonderful to relax in after a day of a snorkeling and hiking. The checkin process was effortless and the place is stocked with numerous accessories. Getting to it is a bit of a challenge and 4 wheel drive is a must. Particular something like a Jeep with high clearance.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Wonderful House!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect outdoor living experience and awesome view!
If you want an outdoor living experience along with security, this villa is perfect for two people. It’s very private—it’s very sheltered from nearby villas except for the neighbors cooking scents every night. Whoever lives next door must be an amazing cook! It has every amenity you would need to either stay at the Villa or go to the beach. The outdoor spaces are great if you want sun or shade anytime of the day. The view was amazing and the location was very close to the main area of Coral Bay. We loved every minute of our stay! Pro tips: read the Villa introduction manual the minute you get there—it has very important information in it, put your 4x4 in 4 wheel low when you start the hill—it will save on your rental’s transmission, and keep it there until you get back down the hill, move the chair cushions into the covered dining/sitting area when not in use, and finally, there are long steep stairs from the parking to the Villa (as seen in the photos)—we are in our 50’s and 60’s and we didn’t have an issue, but we’re in fairly decent shape so they weren’t an issue for us, but keep in mind you have to pull your luggage up ;-) We had such an amazing week here that we hope to rent this Villa again!

10/10 Excellent

Elyse & Kurt S., Lynchburg USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Heaven on Earth!
Morning coffee overlooking Coral Bay....Priceless! Dinner doing the same! Skyloft is a private retreat, which provided a restorative way to spend our ten day vacation. We had visited St John several times and this was by far our favorite home away from home! We certainly hope it won't be our last... We miss it already!!!

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking
This was our first trip to SJ. We attempted a trip in 2018 but were unable to come following the hurricanes. After being there for 1 day we decided we absolutely would come back and cannot wait to bring our 4 children. Jim and Cathy were absolutely helpful and went above and beyond beginning with our first attempt to come to the Island in 2018. This time around we had some minor vehicle rental issues and airline delays and throughout the process Jim and Cathy kept in contact, assisted in easing the travel burdens - going above and beyond in our opinion. The first impression walking out into Skyloft took our breath away. We were completely in awe. The home is immaculate, the openness of the home and attention to detail is just amazing. Every day looking out into Coral Bay felt like we were seeing it again for the first time. It was a short drive to Coral Bay where we enjoyed food/drinks/shopping and we loved venturing out everyday to explore beaches and hiking. You will not be disappointed. Thank you Jim and Cathy! Megan and Mike Strange, Northern MI
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ross J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!!
Skyloft is the most epic place I have every had the privilege of staying. We had an amazing time! It is a short drive (10-20 mins) from some of the most amazing beaches on the planet. The restaurants in coral bay are lively and serve some excellent food. It is a truly beautiful place to wake up and start your day. We enjoyed the privacy and serenity of it all. The drive up to the house just added to the fun of the adventure. I have nothing negative to say about Skyloft, it was an all around awesome experience. We would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanna N., Baltimore, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
It’s true what the other reviewers have said, the drive up to the house is harrowing! We figured it was a lot of fuss about nothing (having driven on many islands and some crazy roads in Tortola) but no, everyone was right. Our flight was delayed in Atlanta and we didn’t reach coral bay until around 8PM so we managed to get up the hill in the pitch black, and over time it DID get easier! The house itself is absolutely lovely, every inch is so perfectly thought out. I had been concerned about lack of shade on the deck, please don’t let that be a worry of yours- there is always a large shady spot with that incredible view! The pool was fabulous, the outdoor kitchen is SO well planned, we cooked often. The pictures of this property can’t really show the incredibly EXPANSIVE VIEW. I assumed there would be some kind of eye sore...somewhere?! No, it is absolute perfection, and you understand why the drive up is so worthwhile. We spent the last 10 days talking about how much we love this place and we can’t believe how lucky we are to have found it and booked it- do yourself a favor and book it for yourself to find out! Trust us, it’s magical!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing vacation at Skyloft
Skyloft is an amazing oasis - the perfect place to spend our St John vacation. The owner provided a thorough and detailed guide to the property, which ensured that we were comfortable, and the many small touches made the week that much more special. The local caretaker was also incredibly helpful and informative. We highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

john n., New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness
More than a vacation
Sometimes experience exceeds expectations, but rarely beyond a simple measure of satisfaction. The experience we lived at the Skyloft will not shortly be forgotten. To simply state that the facilities, amenities, and interactions were above par would fall short of the mark. We can all relate to enjoying a good movie....but then there is the story that touches us and can stay with us for a lifetime. The experience is difficult to articulate to someone short of having them watch the movie for themselves. So was the nature the Skyloft experience.. But I wish not leave the review without a tangible example of our hosts:: Missing my original flight, and then arriving much later In the evening than planned - on a different day- due to delays on the second flight, was not a problem. Jim’s responsiveness was reassuring, and he was there throughout to accommodate and adjust. And by the way....Thank you Shookie!!! Shookie waited at the rendezvous point well past schedule, and daylight; to personally bring me to the house. I of course called him as soon as I arrived on the island. Not only did he insure me that he would wait for me to complete the 20 minute drive across the island but then happily insisted that I stop and shop for groceries in the main town first. So finally, we met on “Rt. 107” where the adventure began. The environment was so pleasing at Skyloft that I stayed my entire first day and night on St John without ever leaving there. Good thing I had those groceries! Thank you Jim for all the courtesies you have extended to us throughout the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019