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Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John

Vacation home in St. John, near Virgin Islands National Park

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Property grounds
Living area
Living area
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Anna's Retreat
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Saltpond Bay
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Saltpond Bay Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tortola (EIS-Terrance B. Lettsome Intl.)
    ‪139 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of Saltpond Bay and Saltpond Bay Beach. The vacation home includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Kiddel Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Saltpond Bay - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Saltpond Bay Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ram Head Trail - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 111 min drive

Restaurants

  • Admiral’s Bar
  • ‪Shambles - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paddle-In Tiki Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬8 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.

Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John

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Off Season: April 16- December 15 | 5 night minimum

High Season: Dec 16- April 15 | 7 night minimum

Please note that we are not able to accept AMEX.



Kiddel Bay Cottage is one of the only true beachfront vacation rentals on St. John, USVI, offering unmatched access to the Caribbean Sea, world-class snorkeling, and protected National Park land. Located in quiet and secluded Kiddel Bay, this private villa is ideal for travelers seeking a peaceful, off-the-grid island experience surrounded by nature.

Guests enjoy direct beachfront access, crystal-clear water for snorkeling, panoramic ocean views, and exceptional stargazing thanks to zero road noise and no light pollution. The soothing sound of the ocean can be heard from every room, creating a truly immersive island stay.

Spacious Two-Level Layout – Perfect for Families & Groups

This beachfront home features two fully self-contained living levels, making it perfect for two families traveling together or small groups of friends. Each level includes:

A full kitchen

Comfortable living area

Two bedrooms

Two full bathrooms

Private ocean-view deck

Solar panels & backup Telsa batteries

The levels have separate entrances and are connected by exterior stairs, offering both privacy and flexibility



Bedroom Configuration

Upper Level

Primary Bedroom: King bed, bathroom just outside the bedroom

Bedroom 2: Queen bed with en suite bathroom

Lower Level

Bedroom 3: Queen bed with en suite bathroom

Bedroom 4: Twin beds with en suite bathroom

Beach items provided: Enough beach chairs for occupancy & beach coolers. 



**Please note, there is no laundry at this property.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features 2 bathrooms and space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a microwave, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

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

General

  • Unit size: 1 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
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
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: 3:00 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

729541

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see near this vacation home?

This vacation home in St. John is within a 10-minute walk of Saltpond Bay and Saltpond Bay Beach. You'll also find Virgin Islands National Park and Johnson Bay within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

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

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base), which is 24.6 mi away (111 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cyril E. King Airport (STT), which is located 27 mi away (119-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John.

Kiddel Bay Cottage | St. John Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mariam E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property

This house is what St. John is all about. Natural beauty, not luxury. Beautiful view of the bay by day, starry nights by night. The house is well stocked and the beds are comfortable. There is also a great library and small stack of puzzles and board games. There are also beach chairs for your use.The beach directly accessible from the house is pebbly but has fantastic snorkeling. Salt Pond Beach is the next closest (5-7 min drive) and is beautiful. We also explored a lot of trails and beaches during our stay. For restaurants, the ones in Coral Bay were easily accessible and tasty. We loved the quiet. If you want more of a night life, stay closer to Cruz Bay. Our host met us and drove us to the house, which is good because it would have been hard to find otherwise. The final stretch (mile or so?) is very rough--a Jeep is a must. We were warned of power outages, but if there were any, they happened while we were out.We are a family of 5, so used both levels. The only connection between the two is an outdoor staircase.We'd definitely stay here again. We had a great visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our end of the road happy place

We have stayed at the Kiddel house several times and always enjoyed the killer views to St Croix and great location close to Lameshur and of course Kiddel and Grootpan. For traveling in the high season when Christmas winds can be high, it’s nice to seek the calmer southern beaches.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful View

We enjoyed out stay! The Antares team was great! Great snorkeling in the Kiddel Bay. Just consider the steep walk to the bay for elderly. The main sitting areas and kitchen do not have A/C but the rooms do. Beautiful location!!.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ted P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome week at the cottage

We stayed with 6 adults and 2 children (2 years and 8 months). The separate levels worked really well for our group. The bedrooms are all separate from each other which really allowed privacy and quality naptime for our children. It was immaculately clean. The a/c units in every bedroom worked great, and the fans and screen doors in the common areas made that area easy to live in. The views off both back porches can't be beat. We swam a few times in Kiddel bay (where the snorkeling is awesome if the surf is reasonable), and hit up Salt Pond once and Little Lameshur 3 times. Highly recommend getting a jeep for both the cottage and to get out to Lameshur, which was very quiet this week. Antares is a quality management company, with constant hand-holding communication throughout the process, making our stay stress-free and easy. We would love to be able to rent this cottage on our next trip to St. John.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Curtis S., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quiet place to stay with friends

The property was amazing and the property management was very responsive. The view was spectacular and it had a nice walking path to Kiddle Bay. It was very clean and well maintained. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location

This is a very nice house, and you can't beat the location if you want to be off the beaten path. Beautiful setting overlooking Kiddel Bay, and we snorkeled in the bay several times. The house also is close to several other good snorkeling beaches. I want to mention that the property management company (Antares) was terrific to work with. Really helpful and accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V., Farmington ME

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful!

Our group of 6 had the absolute best time! Everything was perfect-the house, the location and the management group. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Can’t wait to return!

The online listing was spot on and we were personally led straight to the property. Service was amazing and any questions we had were immediatley answered. Looking to book a trip back for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carole W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views and home

Outstanding to have a beautiful cove to so close- right down from your home! Everything was great- sitting out on the deck was lovely. The Vrbo information about the house should be clearer about the payment. We loved our time there!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Visit

We had an amazing Satu! We live the seclusion of Kiddel l Bay and it's beautiful. We live the back decks for relaxing in the morning and evening. This is our second visit and we would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Its so much better in person. I wanted to get away from everything including people, and this was the perfect choice. Coffee on the upper balcony with the ocean sounds and breeze .... every day should start this way!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

This is an amazing location. A short walk to an amazing pebble beach which hardly anyone else goes to. It is a great house and the management is very responsive. We will be back. The only issue is the water pressure which is quite low and makes showers a very slow process.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janet C., Baltimore

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyable week

Great location!. We loved being able to walk to the quiet beach and eating outside with the view of the bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marti A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful visit in Kiddel Bay!

This is a really special house, and I can't say enough great things about the team at Antares Property Management who helped our family tremendously when some of our travel logistics went awry. The house itself is very comfortable. We used the top and bottom floors, and it was nice to be able to spread out a bit for some separate time, but there was also plenty of room for all of us to gather for meals, etc. That said, there isn't a great indoor solution for a large group to gather for a meal; the largest tables are outside, so when if rains, or is otherwise uncomfortable outside, that becomes an issue. Also, only the downstairs part of the house has a dishwasher, so we blended the plates from top and bottom together a few times to make use of that. The location is remote, which we found wonderful. The nighttime sky and sounds were spectacular; it was fun to see cruise ships going by; and we could see sunrise and sunset from our decks. The walk down to the beach was steep in places, but there was also a road, and we drove the older members of our family down to Kiddel Bay because the path was a little too difficult for one of them. The beach at Kiddle Bay is rocky and beautiful, but perhaps challenging to get in and out of with bare feet. You will find a way, however, because the water is freakishly clear there. A nice morning walk down the road gets you also to the deserted Grootpan Bay which is also rocky but amazing. And driving a very short distance on the paved road gets you to Salt Pond Bay where the snorkeling is also fantastic. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

It was perfect and beautiful!

Loved every minute!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Amazing charming and wonderful

The cottage is lovely. The walk to the beach is perfect and easy. Kelsey and Rosanna were extremely helpful even before we got there then helped us with a crisis at the airport and saved our vacation. The bay is beautiful and had almost no visitors other than us. It was the most relaxing vacation ever. I recommend renting a jeep on st John. Not at the airport. Take a taxi and ferry to st John. Then get your car. Easy that way. The food on the island was fantastic. Every place we ate was delicious. But we cooked at the house and used the grill also. It was perfect for amenities. Hope I get to go again ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S.

Summer vacay

Great place to snorkel!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2018