Privacy, gorgeous ocean views overlooking the harbour of Cruz Bay and the islands in Pillsbury Sound. Amazing 14 x 21 pool with steps, sitting ledge and deep end.  Plenty of room for gatherings with friends and family or quiet time.
Morning coffee on the deck?  Upper deck with ocean views and hilltop breezes - Large sitting and eating area - oh those views!
Romantic dinner and dancing by the pool - with our outdoor blue tooth sound system.

View overlooking islands in Pillsbury sound, including views of the caribean islands St Thomas and even St Croix on a clear day.
Come snorkel at Trunk bay, voted worlds #1 beach in travel magazine
Gorgeous sunset views from the upper deck of Riley's Retreat.
Reading and work space - perfect place to take that conference call and enjoy the views at the same time.
Spacious open floor plan with ocean views
What's for dinner?  Plenty of space to get creative with food in the chef inspired gourmet kitchen.
Cozy upper living room
Plenty of space to cook in our chef inspired gormet kitchen.
Master bedroom with King bed, air conditioning  and ensuite bathroom with access to outdoor shower and walkway to the pool.
Queen guest room on upper level with air conditioning
Queen guest room on upper level with air conditioning
Master bath with large closet, and access to stone outdoor shower.
Bathroom on upper level
Outdoor Shower and hot tub and pool access
Breakfast with a view
Lots of flowers
Sunset views over Pillsbury sound
Front porch chilling or grilling
Queen bedroom on lower lever with air conditiong
Twin or King guest room on lower level with air conditioning
Twin or King guest room on lower level with air conditioning.
Kitchen and dining second level
Lower level living area with its own outdoor dining area too
Colorful Ocean Sunset views
Local donkey on trail overlooking Trunk bay - in the National park.   Trunk bay is named for its Leatherback turtles known as "trunks" and has a guided underwater tour to snorkel its coral reef.
Outdoor dining with a view on second level
Morning cofee and a book?
Game room and wet bar at pool level
Relax by the pool at night, dance, drink, swim or watch the stars.
Meet Riley, our mascot and resident Iguana.  Riley enjoys hanging out in the trees by the pool.  Being on a hillside surrounded by trees below us, we enjoy spotting the iguanas climbing to the tree tops to warm up for the day. They leave guests alone
Cottage nestled in the garden with 6th bedroom and 5th bathroom
Cottage patio
Cottage patio, great place to escape with a book or your morning coffee
6th bedroom located in the cottage with a gorgeous ocean view and flowers outside your window.
6th bedroom located in the cottage with a gorgeous ocean view and flowers outside your window.
5th bathroom located in the cottage
Game room for a friends and family gathering
Gourmet kitchen with new Viking six burner stove.
lower level living room, with queen pullout couch
Bathroom in lower level
4th bathroom attached to the game room at the pool level
Path to the second level and pool deck
Lounge by the pool, soak in the hot tub, refresh with a quick dip in the pool
Hot tub anyone?
Laundry room

Riley's Retreat - St John

16 guests
6 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
4200 Sqft
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About this place

Riley's Retreat + Cottage

Spacious 5 - 6 bedroom, 4 - 5 bath estate with pool, hot tub, game room and gourmet kitchen. Plenty of room for family, friends, privacy/quiet time.

Panoramic views, tranquil breezes, and colorful sunsets await at Riley's Retreat on the island of St John. Nestled on the hillside in a private neighborhood, this villa provides relaxation with numerous on-site amenities to enjoy, while remaining conveniently close to Cruz Bay.

Come explore! Let us host you in paradise!Same as Airbnb listing [Removed] with added cottage in the garden. The cottage adds a queen bedroom, bathroom and kitchenette.

Sleeping configuration

Master Bedroom

1 king bed

Upper Guest

1 queen bed

Upper Guest

1 queen bed

Lower Guest

1 king bed

Lower guest

1 queen bed

Cottage

1 queen bed

Lower living area

1 queen bed

Lower living area

2 rollaway beds

What this place offers

74 Amenities
Washing Machine
Iron & Board
Hair Dryer
Linens Provided
Full Kitchen
Mini fridge
Hot Tub
Private Pool
High Speed Internet
Laptop friendly workspace
Desk
Desk chair
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Nearby activities

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Scuba diving or snorkeling
Fishing Charters
Surfing
Kitesurf
Tennis
Swimming
Fishing
Basketball

Property Suitability

Please review these important guidelines to ensure this property meets your needs and expectations.

No children allowed

We have a pack n play, beach toys and other toys

No events allowed

Only with prior written notice

No smoking allowed

No smoking inside the Villa or on the outdoor furniture

No Parking

There is plenty of parking for several vehicles.

Meet the Host

Dorothy

Owner

English
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
within a few hours
Member Since
August 2023

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Scenic views

Gorgeous panoramic ocean views
Ocean view

Location

Perfect central location one mile above Cruz Bay.
OceansideMountainfront

Getting around

We recommend you rent a jeep to explore and experience the island to its fullest. We can recommend several safari style taxi drivers who also know the property well and take great care of you in your palnning, especially when staying with a large group. The Villa can easily accomododate multiple vehicles parked at the property.

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Policies & Rules

Check-In
4PM
Flexible timing
Check-Out
10AM
Standard
Max Guests
16 People
Including infants
Min Age
25
Primary renter
Not Allowed
Pets • Smoking • Parties

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