This vacation home places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Virgin Islands National Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
Getting around
St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 56 min drive
Restaurants
High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - 8 min walk
Woody's Seafood Saloon - 7 min walk
Cruz Bay Landing - 8 min walk
The Longboard - 7 min walk
Greengo’s - 9 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.
New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay
Sugar Apple @ House 146
Relax island-style in this clean, tastefully furnished and recently renovated boutique villa.
Our hilltop location and private outdoor balcony lends itself to tranquil ocean views and amazing sunsets. The interior is equipped with a queen bed in the main bedroom, a full -size bed in the second bedroom and sleeps up to four (4) persons (preferably no more than 3 adults). There is a full kitchen, living room, 2 A/C units, ceiling fans, cable TV, complimentary WiFi and private balcony with ocean view.
As a courtesy, we also stock the unit with beach towels, beach chairs and coolers for your beach going needs.
Our hilltop location provides a fantastic view of the ocean and a constant cool breeze.
We are just a 3 minute drive from Cruz Bay where there are a variety of restaurants, grocery stores, shops and night time entertainment.The 'world class' beaches of St. John are only minutes away.
There is an adjoining (similarly appointed) one bedroom/one bath villa unit on property that may also be booked if additional accommodations are needed.
We look forward to hosting you soon.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. A Smart TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a coffee maker and an ironing board.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and return the keys
I hope you enjoyed your stay. Please turn off the A/C and all lights but leave the fans on. Leave the keys on the counter and take out the trash.
Safe travels and thank you for your patronage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 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: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
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.
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 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
2br W Balcony Cruz St John
New 2BR Villa w/ Balcony Near Cruz Bay St. John
New 2BR Villa w/ Ocean View Balcony Near Cruz Bay
New 2BR Villa w/ Balcony Near Cruz Bay Private vacation home
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?
This vacation home in St. John is within a 10-minute walk of Cruz Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. You'll also find Trunk Bay and Sapphire Beach within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay?
No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.
Is this vacation home next to a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
What do couples enjoy most about New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay?
At this historic vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a smart TV and a kitchen in each house with some featuring a kitchen.
Are there hot tubs at New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home include breakfast service?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
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 12.7 mi away (56 minutes by car). Another top airport is Cyril E. King Airport (STT), which is located 15.3 mi away (64-minute drive).
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay?
Yes, every house at New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay comes with a balcony.
New 2BR villa w/ balcony near Cruz Bay Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 24 reviews
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
7.0/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Theron P.
Dec 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, had everything we needed! It’s down a somewhat confusing road but if you just tell taxi drivers ‘The Hills - Lower Gate’ they’ll know where to go!
Theron P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Matthew S., St Petersburg, USA
Dec 22, 2025
Matthew S.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
6/10 Okay
Whitney A., Humboldt
Nov 26, 2025
Positive: The apartment was nice and easy to get to, it had everything that we needed. We ate breakfast on the balcony every morning. we enjoyed the stay.Negative:The host was non responsive on VRBO and the number that they gave us.It is clearly written in instructions to drive straight in and you get a covered parking spot, BUT we were woken up at 9:30 pm to honking for 15-20 minutes- we went out and they stated (Drunk) " we have been here for 6 months, that is OUR parking spot!" after that we no longer had a parking covered spot, having to park on the street at night, as there was another truck in the lot also, and there is not enough room for 3 cars- do not advertise a covered spot if it isn't actually available.We messaged the number given to us, and there was no answer
Whitney A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
8/10 Good
Brittany
Traveled with partner
Aug 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Easily accessible to things needed even if walking but a bit steep. A few necessities/ kitchenware could be better. Communication may take a while- could be due to reception• get the WiFi code ahead of time ;)
Brittany
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Reservations G.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for our vacation!!
This unit fit all of our needs regarding location, cleanliness, and amenities. I would 100% recommend this property to my friends and family and will revisit this if I'm in town in the future!
Reservations G.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
4/10 Poor
Karina P.
May 11, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as Advertised & No Communication
This property is not as advertised. The view is non existent.
The beds are very small & uncomfortable, the sheets on the bed are stained yellow. There are no blankets provided on the beds.
The beach towels are very old and stained with orange stains.
I tried to reach out to the property manager 3 different ways with zero response. There were no keys left in the villa & I tried to inform her via text, with no response.
My Husband & I were looking for a comfortable short stay for 3 nights & I and this is was not the ideal villa for that.
Karina P.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
6/10 Okay
nathalie c.
Apr 11, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Lost the view and needs some love.
Positives: easy access, well divided, beach chairs and cooler available, AC works well and the location is quiet.
Negatives: advertized view is gone due to new building in front of balcony, property upkeep is lacking (kitchen tools are scarce and need to be replaced), was not very clean (dust bunnies in the corner of walls, inside/outside of cupboards, sofas are dirty or stained, floor/shower were not clean).
Property owner was unresponsive to inquiries prior to stay.
nathalie c.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Dec 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious apartment
Great location on Jacob’s Ladder. Clean and spacious. Bedroom a/c cooled entire apartment.
Would return again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Elizabeth S.
Dec 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Simplistic and Perfect
Perfect simplistic condo! Can walk from Cruz Bay but it’s not easy at all (hills).
Elizabeth S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Derek J.
May 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Location is easily accessible to beaches and minutes from Cruz Bay. Home is clean and has everything you need. We really appreciated the use of the beach chairs and cooler. Owner was easy to reach if needed.
This property on St. John was better than most VRBOs I've stayed at in the USVI, I was very pleased. There were no blankets for the beds, and there was no toilet paper or soaps in the bathroom. The blankets weren't such a problem, but we did have to purchase our own toilet paper.
Aaron
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
8/10 Good
Barbara M.
Apr 18, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely 2 bedroom apartment
The apartment itself was better than the pictures make it look. A very spacious balcony allows you to have breakfast or cocktails, enjoying the breeze and the sounds of the island. The bedrooms are comfortable and cool, the living room is much bigger than it appeara in the photos, and the place was clean. Unfortunately, although it looked close to town on the map, it was not. St. John is so hilly, and this might have been walkable if it weren't, but since it is, you need a car to stay here. We did not have one, but luckily my daughter lives on the island and was willing to shuttle us places.
I had a little but of trouble getting in touch with the property manager, but I visited over a holiday weekend, so she might have been away.
Barbara M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lucy M., UnitedStates
Aug 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem
I’d like to thank the owner for sharing the property with us. We were comfortable in this 2 bedroom unit. The kitchen came in handy for breakfast and dinner. The balcony had a nice view and the space was amazing. The communication was above and beyond. Overall very happy with this experience.
Lucy M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Tammy S.
Jul 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable - NO BEDBUGS
My 14 year old nephew and I stayed here for 5 nights for a scuba trip last week. We used Shavon's directions and was able to find the unit in the dark. It was clean and worked well for the two of us. We had lunch on the deck after diving and before heading to the beach. The kitchen is lacking any baking dishes (trying to make cookies for snacking). There were beach towels, beach chairs and a couple of coolers for our use. We called and requested a couple more bath towels and Hasani was over first thing the next morning with them for us. It's about a 10 minute drive to Mongoose Junction area.
There are definitely NO BEDBUGS!
Tammy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
D'Anna G.
Jun 4, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable stay
First there are NO BED BUGS! So ignore the other two reviews. There were a few mosquitoes but if you keep the door closed to the balcony you can keep them out. The location from Cruz Bay is great. House was very clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed for the beach (chairs, towels, coolers). Water pressure is low but that is just how it works on the islands when water tanks have to be filled. Don't flush the toilet before taking a shower. Also, turn on the hot water in the sink till it gets hot to speed up the shower getting hot. Once we did this, we had great water pressure. Shavon answered my calls and texts in a timely manner and was very helpful. Would stay here again!
D'Anna G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Traveled with group
May 13, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
There were BED BUGS! My friend and I both have a multitude of bites from staying here. Luckily he noticed them before we left so we could avoid bringing them home with us.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
2/10 Terrible
Verified traveler
Traveled with family
Apr 1, 2021
Disliked: Cleanliness
Never again will I book a vacation rental on VRBO through Orbitz, at least. The place was disgusting. Yellow spots all over the bed sheets, pillows and blankets (if you can guess what they are). The place had 2 bedrooms and because the bigger room had worse yellow spots than the smaller room, we decided to sleep together in the smaller room after putting bath towels on the bed to lay on. Then the next morning we found out that my sister got bitten by bed bugs. We contacted the owner and she sent someone to bring some new bed sheets but did not replace them for us. Now I came home with bed begs in my luggage and it’s spreading in my own bed too!!! Gross!!!
Parking is horrible also. There are only 2 spots to park and if you’re lucky, you can park at the first spot. If you park in the second spot, good luck with getting out of there. They should destroy some of the walls at the gate to make more room to back up.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
William H.
Feb 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Good value and size. Decent location. But property manager communication could be improved.
The property is a few minutes drive from Mongoose Junction and the northern shore beaches, but nothing notable is within feasible walking distance, given the narrow streets, steep hills, and limited sidewalks. It is within the location circle on the Vrbo map, but in the south end, so I'm not sure the distances to various attractions are accurate. The address is not on Google Maps. Shavon gave us directions, but we had a little trouble finding it. Google Maps can generate a code from a pinpoint location that acts like a street address, so I suggest that Shavon give renters that option. I gave her the Google Maps code for the house, so feel free to request that from her to use Google Maps GPS to navigate.
The property was clean and, though not huge, was plenty big enough for my dad and me. We loved the porch and the sunset views. As other reviewers mentioned, there is a tree on the property that blocks much of the ocean view. If that tree were removed, it would be an awesome view!
Parking was a bit challenging. There are two parking stalls. Shavon said to park in the stall "straight ahead," which seemed to be the one on the left, but a renter of another unit said Shavon told him to park to the left, so that created confusion. We let the other renter park on the left and we parked on the right, which made it a bit difficult to get out of the driveway.
There is no washer and dryer, but there was a generous amount of towels for our use. Some of the towels were stained, but I think they were clean. No beach towels. When we arrived the house was clean. The beds were not especially comfortable, but not too bad. There were two air conditioner units, one in the main bedroom and one in the living area (from which air flows to all other parts except the main bedroom).
Shavon was overall a good host, but her communication was not great at times. My text to her asking where the remote for the cable box was went unanswered. Our last full day there, the water pressure (which was always awful) dropped to virtually nothing in the morning. I texted Shavon about it, but again got no response. When we returned home in the afternoon there was literally no water. Shavon did not answer her phone when I called her, but I got in touch with the secondary contact who said a water truck was on the way. Apparently, the water comes from a tank and needs to be replenished. Running water is kind of a big deal, so I would have expected better communication about this.
William H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C.
Jan 23, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place. Enjoyed the balcony.
Clean, spacious, was as presented in listing.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Michael R.
Jan 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy, cozy Caribbean style
Beautiful, spacious interior. All the amenities were much appreciated. Neatly located near provisions, bus route & taxi routes. Excellent communication with the management team. Quite an enjoyable & relaxing stay!
Michael R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
8/10 Good
Paul M.
Feb 29, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Spot close to Cruz Bay Ferrys
Estate Enighed is a great spot for a couple or small family. The location is quite hard to find initially but after spending a few days on Island it was very convenient as it is close to the ferry in Cruz Bay as well as the local grocery store.
The condo was very clean and has a nice porch with a view of the water, besides a tree blocking some of your views. I would highly suggest cutting that tree down as it would turn it into a Million Dollar view! It has multiple A/C units so it was comfortable.
One thing to note is that they only provide towels and toiletries on the first day of your trip. I would bring extra towels in your plan on staying more than a few days (we had 4 people stay and I think there were 4 or 5 towels) and make sure you stop at the grocery store to get the essentials you need for your stay. We had to buy toilet paper, trash bags, hand soap..etc.
Overall it was great and the property manager responded back to all my questions almost immediately. I would stay at the propery again.
Paul M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
8/10 Good
Bryan, USA
Traveled with partner
Feb 28, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very nice property on the hill. Very clean and quiet place. We loved it. The shower water runs slow. The only issue was to how to find the property location since all maps gave wrong locations. The manager did send the instructions but without any street names on the roads, very hard to find especially for the first timers in St. John with the scary roads (hills). But no street name is common for St. John, not due to the property. Eventually a nice local lady, Jackie helped us find the property.
Bryan
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
8/10 Good
Gay W.
Feb 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable, quiet
Overall the condo was very comfortable. There was a nice large television, which never worked our entire stay. Spoke with property manager the first day and was told the Roku remote was broken and he was waiting for another. Apparently it never came. He suggested we use a phone app which didn’t work either. It would be nice to have an information book in condo with WiFi password (I had to call for that), trash instructions, television channels (if it had worked!), etc.
Gay W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jane W.
Jan 13, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
This VRBO is in a great location in Cruz Bay. Find it during day light! Hard to find at night, but once you know where it is not a problem. We truly enjoyed our stay. It has everything you will need. Including beach chairs!!!