Eco-friendly Stonegarden Cottage ~ Awesome View in Coral Bay, Sleeps 4-6 – Home 3877065 Cottage
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- 5 nights min stay
Eco-friendly Stonegarden Cottage ~ Awesome View in Coral Bay, Sleeps 4-6 – Home 3877065
- Cottage
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- 5 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Child Friendly
- Car essential
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Stonegarden Cottage offers you a private retreat where you will enjoy your dream vacation on Saint John in the US Virgin Islands. Offering the privacy, comfort and views of a villa, this unique rental home beckons many of our loyal guests back year after year.
Back-up Power: This eco-friendly solar cottage is equipped with a Tesla Powerwall back-up battery for our solar panels, which means there will be no interruptions. The island's power company has been struggling since the hurricanes, and there are frequent island-wide outages, sometimes for several hours a day (the longest outages can last several days). So, we installed a Tesla Powerwall back-up battery for our solar panels which means you will not even notice when the power goes out on island.
Stonegarden Cottage consists of upper and lower levels, and you can book the Whole House or just the Upper Level. We're no longer renting the Lower Level separately to ensure that you and your party will have maximum privacy, with only one family/party in the cottage at any given time. However, the owners occasionally use the Lower Level when they are on-island it’s not booked, and will treat you with highest regard, and will ensure your privacy at all times. Christmas and New Year's Weeks: Whole House only, 7 night minimum stay required.
This beautiful St. John vacation rental offers a gorgeous island view and on-site nature trails, close proximity to pristine National Park Beaches and restaurants and shops of Coral Bay - the peaceful side of St. John. Enjoy the water and garden view from our NEWLY INSTALLED SPA! Simply warm up after a swim, or treat yourself to a relaxing and therapeutic soak in the spa's jets. The cottage was upgraded with all new windows & screens, bathrooms, flooring, decking, interior decor, and a new Lower Level bathroom & kitchenette! We have a new whole house UV filtration system to ensure that your water is sparkling clean and drinkable.
The cottage nestles within a shady, tropical forest, high up the steep slopes of St. John’s Bordeaux Mountain. At the foot of the mountain lies picturesque Coral Bay harbor; beyond unfolds a panorama of peninsulas, islands, beaches and glowing turquoise channels that run east as far as Virgin Gorda and the Anegada Passage. This is the view Islands Magazine chose as the top spot in the world to watch the sunrise of the new millennium.
NOTE: This listing is for the Whole House. The Upper Level of the cottage can be rented separately (see our separate Upper Level listing).
Upper Level: The fully-equipped, eat-in kitchen opens out onto the deck where you will dine or just relax while gazing at one of the most beautiful views in all the Caribbean, with an ever-changing light show of turquoise water and sundrenched islands.
Walk out the kitchen onto a dining deck with a phenomenal view of the islands and harbor below, where you will want to spend every evening gazing up at the constellations or to watching the moonrise over the VI National Park and Coral Bay Harbor. There is a full-sized dining table and 6 chairs, a chaise lounge and 2 deck chairs on the deck for your use, as well as four yoga mats to spread out for your morning yoga routine.
A large living room space has a picture window looking out over the islands and harbor below, as well as a pass through to the kitchen with counter height stools. The cottage is decorated with beautiful Caribbean art and stained glass windows designed and built by the owner.
The master bedroom with queen-size, four-poster bed and private, fully tiled bath has an expansive island view through a picture window. The enclosed Caribbean garden shower blends traditional stonework with the tropical environment.
Off the living room, there is a 2nd bedroom (called the bunk room ) with twin sized bunk bed and ample closet space. It has its own tiled bathroom - the open shower ceiling lets in the Caribbean sun and balmy breezes.
Outside amenities: Walkways from the front door lead you to our NEW HOT TUB/SPA, a spa deck for lounging.
Lower Level: Private and quiet, this charming apartment is air-conditioned, has tasteful decor, art by Caribbean artists, stained-glass windows and beautiful views to the British Virgins. Enjoy the comfortable amenities of a queen-size bed, private bath with shower, a fully equipped kitchenette, dining table and chairs, and comfortable reading chair and lamp. You'll especially enjoy the private dining deck with its bistro table and chairs, lovely harbor view, a private garden with a grill, and direct access to the trails of Guavaberry Woods. The Lower Level has its own separate entrance, driveway and parking space. It's also accessible from the Upper Level deck by a side staircase. The unit was built underneath the deck of the main house and with solid cypress ceiling panels to ensure you peace and quiet.
See why our guests return year after year to stay at one of St. John's most popular rentals!
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk bed
Bedroom 3: Queen Bed - 3 Full baths
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private garden
- Grill
- Deck
- Internet access
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Washing machine
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
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This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: $300.00 - Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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No refund If you cancel, any money you have paid cannot be refunded.
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House rules
No paper in the toilet, ever!
Lock doors, and leave outdoor lights on when you leave.
Laundry is reserved for stays of 10 days or more.
Do not wash house laundry with personal items.
About the owner
Thia M.
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Calendar last updated:
- 02 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 13
- Based in:
- Virgin Islands, U.S.
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 13 reviews
Excellent
13 reviews
- Excellent
- 11
- Very Good
- 2
- Average
- 0
- Poor
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- Terrible
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“Fabulous getaway with a gorgeous view”
Stonegarden is situated on a mountain hillside with an expansive view of Coral Bay and the British Virgin Islands on the "quiet side" of St. John. But it's easily accessible to the nort… More
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“Great location, great views and comfortable”
5 of us rented for a week using both upstairs and downstairs rooms. The house was great for extended family or two couples - good privacy and separate spaces. Kitchen was well equipped and the locatio… More
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Response from the owner Greetings, Thanks for your awesome review! We're delighted that your group found the cottage had ample room and privacy for you all, along with a well equipped kitchen for cooking at home. Coral Bay is a wonderful, centrally located little town, and I'm glad you found it convenient and easy to reach from the cottage. So happy you're planing to return! All the best and many thanks, Thia and Raf Muilenburg Owners
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Stellar Coral Bay Location with a Breathtaking View”
This was our second visit to St John and Coral Bay. We love staying in Coral Bay because it's close to our favorite beaches and is quieter and more laid back than Cruz Bay. We were so happy to se… More
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“St John is as beautiful as ever!”
My husband, our 2 boys and I were really torn about making our yearly trip down to St. John after the terrible devestation from the hurricanes, but because of our deep love for this little piece of pa… More
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Response from the owner Dear Heather, Thank you for taking a chance on St. John so soon after the worst Hurricane season ever! We are so happy that you trusted us from your past experience renting our cottage enough to book despite the uncertainty over the condition of the island only 4 and a half months after Irma hit. We worked hard at getting our cottage and property ready for you and our other guest, so it's pleasing to hear that you felt our house was "as beautiful as ever." Thank you for sharing your experiences and we look forward to your 25th anniversary visit next year!
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“Breathtakingly beautiful and peaceful setting!!”
Dear Thia and Raf, We just want to thank you for allowing us to experience your wonderful hilltop home. This was our first trip to St. John and while we fell more in love with the island every day, we… More
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“Second trip even better than the first!”
Don't hesitate to book Stonegarden Cottage! This was our second time to St. John, but the first with my parents and my kids. Stonegarden was perfect for our family as my parents stayed downstai… More
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“Tranquil and expansive view”
We loved the Stonengarden cottage on Coral Bay. It took us to a place of quiet privacy that was only broken by the melodious sounds of 1000s of tree frogs serenading us to sleep every night. The mount… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for your wonderful description of your stay at Stonegarden Cottage. We're so glad you enjoyed the peace and privacy there, and its close proximity to the National Park beaches. We hope you'll come back to stay soon! Best wishes, Thia Muilenburg, Owner
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“This is so beautiful!"”
The description and photos of the cottage were very accurate--so much so that when we walked into our cottage I said "This is so beautiful!" They provided us with everything you needed maki… More
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“Perfect place for families on Saint John”
This cottage was the perfect amount of space for my family and I. The location in the mountains overlooking Coral Bay is amazing. The Muilenburgs were very attentive and we felt safe staying there. Th… More
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“we loved Stonegarden Cottage”
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Stonegarden Cottage.We really love Coral Bay and this has been our favorite rental.The property is just as the photos show it.It was immaculate and and everything… More
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Response from the owner Thanks Marc and Susan, we really enjoyed having you here, it was great meeting you both. We're so glad you were happy at the cottage and please with the quality of our rental. We aim to please! Hope to see you back again soon!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Thia (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Thia (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Thia (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Thia the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Thia (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Thia (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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- How do I know my booking is safe?
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- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Thia (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Thia (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Thia (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Thia (the owner) a message.
If Thia (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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