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★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises

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Outdoor pool
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedroomsSleeps 41136 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

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Coral Bay, St. John, St John
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Emmaus Moravian Church
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Trunk Bay
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪82 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

This vacation home places you within a mile (2 km) of Virgin Islands National Park and Emmaus Moravian Church. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Emmaus Moravian Church - 1 min drive - 0.6 miles
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • Trunk Bay - 27 min drive - 8.5 miles
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 28 min drive - 11.0 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sebastian’s Seaside Grill
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises

✦✦✦ Inquire about including HM's downstairs apartment to your rental for an additional fee. By adding this bed & bath, it is possible to sleep 6 people. See photos labeled "Below Deck" to view the apartment. The downstairs apartment will NOT be rented out to a separate party. The pool remains private. ✦✦✦

✦✦✦ HM has solar panels and batteries while still remaining connected to the grid for a cloudy day. ✦✦✦

In 1985, a guy and his wife sailed into Coral Bay enjoying an extended honeymoon which lasted fifteen years. During that time two daughters were born and raised on their sailboat. Eventually the beauty of the island compelled them to build a home in Coral Bay. Fast forward twenty-five years when my daughters and myself designed and physically built a dream villa utilizing our vast living experience here on island.

Our greatest construction concern was withstanding the Caribbean’s hurricane seasons. For that reason, the entire structure is built with poured concrete including the decks and roof. Our family stayed at HARBOR MASTER in 2017 for Hurricanes Irma and Maria. She is a fortress and kept us comfortable, safe, and in relative quiet during the storms. HARBOR MASTER is strong but has the warmth of Caribbean living. Turquoise stained T&G Cyprus covers the 16-foot vaulted ceiling. Tiled floors and family artwork adorn the walls. And much nautical paraphernalia, both inside and out are unexpected gifts from Irma and Maria. Hurricane sliders 8’x16’ in front and 8’x12’ on pool side offer panoramic views of Coral Bay from anywhere in the Great Room and cool trade wind breezes!

HARBOR MASTER embodies the best criteria for a dream vacation, offering a peaceful retreat with private gate access. It is located strategically above Coral Bay affording full view of yachts entering and leaving the harbor, very much like the view a harbormaster would have. The panorama beyond includes hurricane holes, East End, the Sir Francis Drake Channel and parts of the BVI. Three hundred feet below several restaurants with live entertainment dot our harbor. Beaches and hikes are within 15 minutes of the property. There’s a local grocery store, bar, and beach rental gear, a minute drive down the hill. However, we do not recommend walking down such a short distance, as the hike back up is a challenge. On the other hand, some guests have enjoyed hiking the hill. We highly encourage renting a 4-wheel drive Jeep Wrangler to fully enjoy driving around St. John. Inclines and steep roads are the norm on island, our property is not the exception.

Our mountainous terrain necessitates building homes multileveled, which is perfect for mountain goats. But the main living area of HARBOR MASTER is one level, the great room and kitchen, 2 bedrooms, outdoor bathroom, pool and almost 800 square feet of tiled decks. Each bedroom has their own AC units, dressers, reading lamps, and a closet. You can enjoy the breathtaking sunrises from your bed through picturesque windows.

For the 2022 season, we opened up a third bedroom with its private outdoor bathroom downstairs. The new addition has a couch, coffee table, refrigerator, sink, AC unit, closets and a private balcony. It's the perfect addition for parties of 6 or if you want to have a private space to retire. Please keep in mind, this room must be requested for parties under 6 persons for an additional cost.

Our salt pool is spacious with a shallow and deep end (6 feet). The bench seat within is ideal for cocktails at the Happy Hour and pool floats allow you to relax in its depths. The outdoor rinse shower is tucked into the tropical landscaping with sounds of the banana quits and humming birds on the flowers. Stacked rocks resemble the historical ruins throughout St. John and bring a unique flavor to the gardens, which house at least 13 different types of palms. The pool is surrounded by this lush garden, giving you a comfortable sense of privacy. There are 4 lounge chairs for sunbathing and chairs with tables for relaxing on the pool deck.

The kitchen is spacious and equipped for serious chefs, who will enjoy cooking with a view and the marbled island seats six comfortably. Our custom-built dining table made from reclaimed teak debris, not only accommodates six plus, it’s perfect for that evening card game. We do have WiFi and a 55” Roku TV for streaming Netflix. A sectional couch is inviting to enjoy TV entertainment or the beautiful view through the sliders. And for the unwelcome power outages, we have solar panels with batteries (still connected to the grid for overcast days).

Those staying at our villa can be met in Coral Bay, upon request by one of our smiling faces and escorted to HARBOR MASTER that first day. Property managers, Jane and Brian, are available for questions, but respectful of privacy. The world will be your oyster.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 10 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Water sports equipment
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,136 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Check Out Time: 10:00 am
DEPARTURE CHECKLIST: 1. Sign our guest book :) 2. Turn off all fans, lights, AC and electronics 3. Leave the Keys and Gate Opener on the table 4. Leave the sheets on beds & towels hanging if wet
5. Please empty ALL Tupperware containers of food 6. Close sliding glass doors 7. Take trash with you, if possible BROKE SOMETHING? That's OK, just let us know what needs to be replaced or fixed
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No reservation is complete without signing and returning the rental agreement within 72 hours of receiving it.
AC is only meant for the BEDROOMS. The living room is designed for open air living only.
Below Deck bedroom and bathroom unit is not available to guests booking with 4 or less people unless requested upon booking. There is an extra fee.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: Sliders open to pool without an alarm system

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses some solar energy; some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
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, 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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Private Villa Overlooking Heart Coral Bay Perfect Couples House
Private Villa Overlooking Heart Coral Bay Perfect Couples
Private Villa Overlooking Heart Coral Bay Perfect Couples House
Private Villa Overlooking Heart Coral Bay Perfect Couples House

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in St. John, close to Trunk Bay, Virgin Islands National Park, and Cinnamon Bay Beach. You'll also find Maho Beach and Cinnamon Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Does ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base), which is 20.5 mi away (95 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cyril E. King Airport (STT), which is located 22.4 mi away (98-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises?

Yes, every house at ★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises comes with a balcony and some offer ocean views.

★ Harbor Master ★ Solar/Battery, Family Friendly, Private Salt Pool & Sunrises Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Master is an excellently maintained home with a wonderful view of Coral Bay and the surrounding area. The hosts are great to work with and are continually updating the amenities of the house. This is our 3rd year staying there and we plan to be back again when we visit St John again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kara G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Master has all the right things: great house; great view; great location. We thoroughly enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching the life of Coral Bay go on below us. It is a magical place. Our host, Jane, was totally responsive to all our needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marcus K.

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

USVI St John’s Harbor Master

Perfect for our family of 4. Terrific location and all accommodations you’d ever want.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a spectacular home away from home! The house is pristine and the views are stunning! Jane has everything you could want at the house to make it very comfortable and she communicates precise instructions if you are newbies to St. John like we were. We loved that there were some nice choices for restaurants right down the hill and beaches were a pretty quick drive away, considering you get to be on the quieter side of the island. Lovely house and family...we can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eugene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Super clean, amazing view, great breeze and AC to sleep in. Private pool and stocked with everything you need (we cooked several meals). We were here as Hurricane Erin passed off the coast and the owner was great to check in on us, make sure the drive way was draining, etc.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Betsy G.

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

Beautiful property

We loved the house and the location and hope to be back next year’
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

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

Stunning views and great hosts!

We've come back to this property due to the amazing views, cleanliness and greats hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick M.

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

Best stay we have had in St. John

Property was phenomenal, not to mention owners go above and beyond to make you feel welcome. Out of all our past VRBO stays, this one will be hard to beat.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Great stay!

This property was amazing. Hosts were accommodating and provided a lot of local info. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbor Master is gorgeous and offered our family of 4 a comfortable home away from home with great island vibes! The views of Coral Bay are spectacular and we enjoyed our mornings out on the spacious balcony. The kitchen had everything we needed and the outdoor bathroom was a fantastic island touch! Our boys swam in the beautiful pool every evening after we grilled dinner on the patio. The location is spectacular with Dolphin Market and a number of bars/restaurants close by and they really thought of everything we could have needed for our stay. Jane was wonderful and was always quick to respond to messages as we planned our stay, and drove out to meet us for our first night to lead us up to the property so we knew exactly how to get there even though we were hours later than we planned due to some issues with our flight. She made us feel immediately welcome! We can’t wait to come back and will definitely book here again!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

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

The real happiest place on earth

Family of four with kids aged 5 and 8. The house was well stocked, rooms were comfortable, and the location was great. The kids loved the pool! Our views were great!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Beautiful place

Amazing place with an amazing view and in a great Coral Bay location! The hosts at this house have made sure that everything you could possibly need during your stay is there for you at the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tyler C.

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

Amazing Honey Moon at Harbor Master

Such a clean and fun place to stay on St. John!! Amazing host that’s will help with every detail!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

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

Stunning views!!!

Absolutely beautiful property off the grid in Coral Bay. Wonderful hospitality and stunning views!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Trent L.

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

Excellent place

Everything was perfect. Love this place. Outside bathroom was awesome. Pool and Outside areas were perfect with incredible views. I'm booking this place again...
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

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

Best trip we've ever been on!

Harbor Master was a perfect sanctuary for our trip to Coral Bay. Excellent location, wonderful host(s). We will definitely come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

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

Spectacular

What an absolutely amazing place. Everything about the house was fantastic and the views were spectacular. This was the best vacation home we have ever stayed at. They have truly thought of everything here. Made our week vacation such a memorable experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Five star stay

This property was incredible! From the views, location, to how well maintained the grounds and property was. Jane was easy to communicate with and provided great advice on where to eat, the island, and the property. My kids loved the pool and the outdoor shower. Highly, highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

aimee r.

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

Harbor Master is an amazing property & better than advertised!

Beautifully maintained home w/ lots of amazing details and included everything you could ever need or want for your trip. Jane was a super hostess & we appreciated all her accommodations!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

jennifer C.

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

Heavenly

What an exquisite location and experience you will not be disappointed if you stay here. Quiet and serene location to relax after adventures of the day. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

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

Great Stay at Harbor Master

Family and I stayed for 5 nights at Harbor Master and would definitely return. Very convenient to "downtown" Coral Bay and seemed to be a very central location for exploring the island. Jane was a fantastic host as well, who gave us an introduction to the property and was available by text/phone if needed. 5 Stars
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sami S.

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

Perfect Getaway

Staying at Harbor Master gave us the most incredible home base for an amazing honeymoon. It was the best to be able to come back after being at the beach and relax on the patio, while enjoying the beautiful views. The house is so thoughtfully done and had everything we needed. Already trying to plan a trip back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Becky Y.

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

10/10

Harbor Master was a wonderful home away from home! It’s not hard to get to, a few great markets right in the area for easy grocery runs, and THAT VIEW!! Still not over it.. I love Coral Bay. It’s a quiet little area away from all the Cruz Bay buzz but a quick, easy 15 min drive.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joshua P.

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

See you again, Harbor Master!

Picture perfect home and Jane was a phenomenal host. Looking forward to a return visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023