U.S. Virgin Islands vacation rentals

The villa was exactly as described and pictured and suited our family of 4 perfectly. In addition, the villa was very clean and well maintained. The owners were very quick to answer all of my emails and questions about both the villa and St John, helping to make our stay extra special. The drive up the driveway was a challenge but well worth the effort as the villa does indeed have magnificent views and strong breezes. We stayed at Rhumb Runners in late July. The villa was always cool and pleasant. We were glad to have the AC option in the bedrooms and did use it on some of the more humid nights. The pool is even lovelier than the pictures. We enjoyed it both in the mornings and evenings. We liked being on the much quieter and very friendly side of the island. We ate out in Coral Bay at Skinny Legs, great burgers and a terrific atmosphere, and Aquabistro, beautiful spot at the bottom of our hill. We did drive into Cruz Bay to enjoy a lovely dinner at Rhumblines. We were also more than happy to prepare dinner at the Villa, especially after a long day of beaching and snorkeling. Rhumb Runners is so charming that we didn't feel the need to go out to eat very often. Preparing meals at the villa was only difficult because of the lack of groceries in the vicinity. Although there are two convenient markets in Coral Bay, Calabash Market and Love City Mini Mart, the selection of groceries in the "off season" or summer months is poor. We wish we had stocked up with more groceries at Starfish Market in Cruz Bay. If we had, we might never have eaten out! Truly, Rhumb Runners is a charming villa on an enchanting island.

Cowpet Bay Condo was very nice. The balcony was perfect with 2 sitting areas and it was shaded all day with ceiling fans as well. The kitchen had everything you could need with 2 grocery stores near the condo. (2 restaurants on the property, a pool, beach area, water activies, cooler rentals.... ) We rented a car from Discount Car near the airport so we were able to venture out and do something different each day. The condo was in a great location to do this very easily, but BEWARE, you must be a confident driver. The roads are steep and twisty. You also have to drive ON THE LEFT. The locals drive fast. So you must not be a nervous driver if you want to rent a jeep and drive on St. Thomas. ( I suggest you hire a driver. ) One day we even went on the car ferry to St. John, which was right next to Cowpet Bay in Red Hook. We hated to leave and we would rent this condo again. There were 5 adults in our group and we never felt crowded.

I highly recommend Lidiya as a host and her condo at Sapphire beach for a stay while in St Thomas. Lidiya was very easy to communicate with and was extremely helpful and prompt whenever we had a question. I have stayed at many Airbnbs in the past and so far she is the best host we rented from! The condo is in an ideal location for a vacation. Few steps from the beach where my wife and two young kids and I spent most of our time while on the island. Also a lot excursions depart right from the marina across from the balcony which makes it very convenient. The town is 2 minute away where you can get on a boat to Saint John and other Virgin Islands. There is a grocery store and bunch of restaurants as well. The condo itself is tastefully finished and modern with all amenities a small family will need. We will definitely be coming back!

Wonderful spot in Sapphire Beach resort. The view looks at St. John, the three keys, shark island, and the BVI. The breeze and view are unbeatable. The studio is well appointed with a small, modern kitchen and small dishwasher. We comfortably stayed here with our 3 year old and 5 month old and the kids slept like champs after spending the day at the beach and the pool. I brought a hiccapop toddler bed for my 3 year old, but he was happy on the pullout couch while my 5 month old slept in a pack and play provided so it just stayed in our luggage. The king sized bed is nestled behind sliding doors to create some separation of the space. My son and I watched the sun rise over St. John several mornings. We cooked breakfast for ourselves every morning, and a few dinners as well. Kristin is a wonderful host, responsive to any and all needs and I know she's working on upgrading the property even more, so it will just get better and better. Thanks!

We had a fantastic stay at this condo on Sapphire Beach! The location was great— we had stunning ocean views from the balcony. One of our favorite parts of the day was enjoying our morning coffee out there, watching the waves roll in.The owner, VJ, was wonderful—always prompt and helpful with communication via text or the VRBO app, which I really appreciated.The condo itself was thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed. We especially appreciated the little kitchenette, which made it easy to prepare quick breakfasts and snacks. The provided beach towels and chairs were a great touch and made our beach days even more relaxing. Overall, this was the perfect beach getaway, and we’re already dreaming about our next visit!

This is truly a hidden and conveniently located gem on the Island close to town but not so close you hear the nightlife and a short drive to all the north shore beaches. The property comfortably hosted 9 guests with ample space to gather, but also privacy for everyone in comfortable sized bedrooms. The beds are all very comfortable and linens are high quality. The kitchen is the best appointed I have ever had in an AirBnB and made cooking, even for a large group, easy. Having a gas grill was a nice touch and access to laundry made packing much easier for the trip. The hosts supplied an ample number of beach chairs and towels . The driveway and parking were easy to access and park in which is a rarity on such a hilly terrain making coming and going easy and allowing for multiple vehicles being parked. We look forward to the opportunity to book this property for our next visit.

We were very fortunate to spend almost a month visiting St. John and our stay at Pina Playa was the perfect place and location for our stay. Upper Carolina where the villa is located is a perfect central spot on the Coral Bay side of the island – it’s easy to get to, no crazy hills and a very easy driveway. We were close to the North Shore beaches but as important close to the East End beaches like Hanson and North Haulover (great snorkeling spot) and Salt Pond which were all a lot less crowded and parking was not a problem. The Villa provided everything we needed for a day at the beach. It’s also close to hiking trails. The location is a quick trip to the restaurants in Coral Bay like Skinny Legs, Rhumb Line, the Pink Corner, Salty Mongoose, Wok on the Beach, Aqua Bistro, Homemade Meals to Go, etc – many choices! Calabash Market was our favorite spot for some groceries. And being music lovers, we were able to enjoy open mic at both Pizzabar in Paradise (Tuesdays – good pizza!) and Miss Lucy’s (Thursdays). And not a bad trip to Cruz Bay which we did several times for ferry pick-ups and boat trips. Pina Playa had everything we needed to eat a breakfast, lunch or dinner in and we enjoyed many meals sitting on the deck enjoying the view. If you get up early enough you can catch some beautiful sunrises. And don’t forget to spend some time lounging in the hanging chairs! The villa is also situated so that it gets a nice breeze, we never needed to use the air-conditioning. It also is the perfect layout for several couples or families with kids, each of the 3 bedrooms has its own full bath. Being able to rent the owner’s car was a huge bonus since we normally plan our trips to St. John by reserving the car first and it was a money saver. We highly recommend Pina Playa Villa in Upper Carolina.

I took a solo trip to St Thomas and as soon as I booked Leah was able to help me with car rental recommendations, restaurants to try, beaches to explore, etc. There was an entire outlined itinerary you could rely on to get you through your stay here which puts you at ease as a solo traveler! While it looks absolutely stunning in the photos, they absolutely do not do this place justice. It is even more beautiful in person. The second I arrived the sensation of peace, astonishment, and joy just overrides your entire being. And you truly never get tired of the view. Or the pool. It is the most tranquil place I’ve ever stayed. The villa is secluded and you truly feel like you have the entire propery to yourself. To me, the most amazing part were the hosts. They were truly like my Island mom and dad. I cannot express how lovely they are as people. I ran into a couple of problems with a broken phone and a canceled flight, but they went above and beyond to help accommodate me. I’ll be back.