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A house with a red-tiled roof, a patio with a table and chairs, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A beach with white sand, clear turquoise water, and a palm tree.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of greenery, and a balcony.
A wooden pathway flanked by lush greenery and a metal railing, leading to a building with a red roof.
A door with a decorative glass panel, a tiled wall, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Cruz Bay, VIRGIN ISLANDS
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

This villa places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. The villa includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Battery - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 1 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • St. John Spice - 1 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 1 min drive - 0.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shambles - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬11 min walk

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, one bathroom, 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 with its own private entrance. 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 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 queen sleeper sofa and features 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 to see the island and enjoy town and the beaches. Some guests do walk to town and back, but it is not for everyone. Please note that the cottage is accessible via steep stairs, which may be difficult for individuals with mobility limitations.

We also 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.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 1.5 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 218 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near the sea

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (218 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

456593

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this villa?

This villa is located in St. John, a short 13-minute walk from Virgin Islands National Park and also 12 minutes on foot from Cruz Bay Beach. You'll also find Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay Beach within a short drive.

Is this villa next to a casino?

No, this villa is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this villa?

No, there is no indoor pool at this villa.

Does this villa include breakfast service?

No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this villa.

Where is the closest airport to this villa?

The closest major airport to this villa is St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base), which is 13.3 mi away (58 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cyril E. King Airport (STT), which is located 15.9 mi away (67-minute drive).

Alexandra Cottage in Cruz Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and well-equipped with beautiful views

Lovely stay, as advertised, very comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage stay

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the cottage. We had everything we needed and the host is very responsive. Great place to watch the sunset right from the covered deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome again!

This is our second time staying, and it was just as great as the first!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Had all the items as listed. Loved watching the neighborhood Iguanas! Shower was unique and worked well. Due to the extensive tree and plant foliage there was a sense of privacy. All appliances worked well. Amazing views.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cruz Bay Cottage

The cottage was the perfect size for two. Comfortable furnishings, clean, books to read, complete kitchen and everything available to have fun at the beach. The view of Cruz Bay from the porch was lovely! Something you could stare at all day! Important....highly recommend renting a car. In order to get that view, the cottage is located up a very steep hill.
Stayed 16 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing. Close proximity to town and parking was very good. Place was very comfortable. Loved all the supplies provided for beach trips like towels , beach bag and two coolers. And also the snorkel and mask. Really specialPlace. The view is amazing and you can see iguanas from the porch climbing the many trees. Go for it . You will not be disappointed.Made for a memorable experience on St. John.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Awesome for two people!

View is absolutely stunning! Out of the way place but accessible to town by walking down the hill. Problem is take a taxi back at night. Paving is incomplete. No sidewalks until you get all the way to town. Share a pool with some other units. Pool is great as are the lounge chairs. The bed is super comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderful time. Perfect for a couple setting. A couple construction projects on the nearby hill. But usually started after we had left for the day for the beaches. Cozy, Cozy. Kitchenware setup. It was bliss. Recommend for those who like/want a smaller cottage setup. A couple things were of concern (battery in keypad was spotty) but property management helped out within minutes of reaching out. Bed was plush/firmer at the same time. I have back issues and always dread other beds vs my own. Sleep amazingly well. (recommend opening the windows at night - it was like a natural soundtrack for sleeping) Never once turned the TV on. Too many outside things to do. Recommend Cinnamon Bay. Our Fav.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful view. Watch out for the stairs.

We found Alexandra Cottage clean, well-appointed, and comfortable. The view of the bay is outstanding. The air conditioning worked well, and we appreciated the filtered water dispenser provided. The bathroom amenities and towels were nice, and the washer-dryer is a plus, especially since towels don't dry fully in the humidity. The in-house information about the cottage and the area was very helpful. Communication with the hosts was good, and their local representative responded promptly when we needed to call.We had trouble getting into the cottage because the screen door lock was somehow jammed, so it was best not to close it completely. The stairs present another issue. Be forewarned to avoid bringing heavy luggage, as the steps leading down to the cottage are steep, irregular, and long. Though the inlaid pottery pieces in the steps are lovely, they are also slippery, and one can easily fall since they are often wet from the rain. It’s not a deal-breaker, just be cautious, even with the railing.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Check-in

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Archival

6/10 Okay

Beautiful view of Cruz bay but steep stairs and VERY HOT

We have been coming to island several times and usually like to stay at lavender hill but it was booked this time. I found this property and loved the idea of the view. And it delivered on that- view is stunning. But the windows that are in the big studio unit fully face the afternoon sun. The windows are stationary and do not open so the unit gets incredibly uncomfortably hot. And if you turn off Ac as owners request when you leave it takes hours to cool off to a comfortable sleeping temperature. For that reason I cannot recommend. And also although the stairs are pictured on the site- they are incredibly steep. Anyone staying there must keep in mind that it is a long arduous walk when carrying things to or from condo to car. There are other units on property that might be better so I would recommend giving one of those a try. Was very clean and well supplied.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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