Great Expectations St. John vacation rental villa – Home 2386431 Villa
- 8 bedrooms
- 20 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Great Expectations St. John vacation rental villa – Home 2386431
- Villa
- 8 bedrooms
- sleeps 20
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 0.2 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Great Expectations can accommodate as many as 15 adults plus children in 4 equal Master bedrooms, 2 spacious bedroom Suites, and 2 additional rooms which can also be used as bedrooms for larger groups (we charge only for the bedrooms used). Each of these 8 rooms is air-conditioned and has its own (ensuite) private bathroom.
Great Expectations has spectacular views over the Caribbean (both the sunrise and sunset) and is within walking distance to 2 beaches. We offer wedding specials and discounts for grandparents and multiple couples.
Note that the rates we are able to show on this Website are for 2 people using 1 bedroom. PLEASE GO TO "SEE RATES" BELOW FOR MORE PEOPLE/BEDROOMS (we do not charge for children age 2 or under staying in the same room with their parents so let us know the ages of any children and, to inquire about our discounts, if there are any grandparents, brides, grooms, active military or other good and deserving people in your party!).
With 3 swimming/wading pools and a large "infinity-style" pooll, 2 hot tubs, and even a private basketball/tennis court, Great Expectations is ideal for special celebrations and family gatherings. The Villa is also perfect for multiple couples vacationing together offering 4 equal Master bedrooms with private patios overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Each Master bedroom has a large bathroom with indoor/outdoor shower, a walk-in closet with wall safe and floor-to-ceiling mirror, soaring cathedral ceiling with skylight and transoms, and custom-made teak furniture from Bali with a King-size bed which can be set-up as 2 extra-long (California) Twin-size beds. All 4 Master bedrooms are on the same level along with -- to provide privacy for those staying up late or rising early -- a separate Great Room with a large living room, gourmet kitchen, and indoor and outdoor dining areas around the pool and hot tub patios and outdoor barbecue.
A nearby two-story Guest House offers 2 spacious bedroom Suites each about twice the size of one of the 4 Master bedrooms. Each Suite has a Queen-size bed and futons for additional sleeping accommodations if needed as well as a private bathroom with indoor/outdoor shower. Upstairs in the Guest House is the Owners Suite with its own kitchen, dining and living areas as well as laundry. It has spectacular views overlooking the Caribbean Sea. The Guest Suite on the first floor of the Guest House has an adjacent sitting area, The Sun Room, with yet another private bathroom, this one with a coral shower. The Sun Room can also be used as a separate, 7th bedroom with Twin beds or a King for larger groups or parents who would like their children in a connecting bedroom.
The Club Room has a trundle bed (2 Twins) with its own private bathroom and can be used as a separate bedroom for one adult or a couple of teenagers bringing the total number of bedrooms at Great Expectations to 8 (all air-conditioned and each with a private bathrooms) providing comfortable sleeping accommodations for as many as 15 adults plus kids. We charge only for the number of bedrooms used assuming double occupancy; we have had as few as one couple rent the entire villa and as many as 21 people (there were a lot of kids!).
All the openings (sliding doors, windows and transoms) are fully-screened. Italian tile adorns the floors. The Great Room has a gourmet kitchen with granite counters. Native stone work laced with local coral and shells frames the villa entrance and is used around the site to highlight the lush landscaping of beautiful, colored bougainvillea, hibiscus, croton, wild orchids and, and our favorite, frangipani. A number of significant palm trees as well as banana trees complement the beauty of the site.
Great Expectations offers extraordinary 'double' east/west views with both the sunrise and the sunset. The villa is located in Estate Chocolate Hole on the south shore of St. John, less than a 5 minute drive on paved roads to town (Cruz Bay) and 10 minutes to the famous, white sand beaches of the U.S. National Park. There are also two beaches within walking distance of the Villa.
The closest beach for swimming and fabulous snorkeling is Chocolate Hole, just a short walk (or you can drive and park right next to the beach) -- a sandy beach with calm, protected water on the west side of the villa with some of the best snorkeling on the island thanks to a 'salt pond' (formed during hurricanes when the storm drives the ocean inland and the water then gets trapped). The second beach accessible from a path directly from the Villa on the east side is Hart Bay with great beach combing thanks to the coral reef just offshore
The Villa is furnished with custom-made teak furniture and carvings from Bali. Great Expectations does not pretend to be fancy, just very, very special as attested to by the reviews of past guests.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
- 2 Cribs
- High chair
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: King bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed Sofa beds
Bedroom 6: Queen Bed Sofa beds
Bedroom 7: 2 Twin beds
Bedroom 8: King bed
Beds in other rooms: - 8 Full baths, 1 Half bath
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Children's pool
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Mountain Views
- Grill
- Patio
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Deck
- Internet access
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, 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: $1,000.00 - 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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About the owner
Carrie & Steve B.
- Calendar last updated:
- 07 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 13
- Based in:
- United States
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Excellent
– based on 170 reviews
Excellent
170 reviews
- Excellent
- 166
- Very Good
- 3
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 1
- Terrible
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“Perfect location, beautiful, very clean, everything you need.”
This was one of my top vacations and it had a lot to do with our accommodations! Everything at Great Expectations was perfect! The owners make everything so easy and are a great resource for where to … More
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“Great Expectations”
My family and I traveled to St John in March and had a fantastic stay at Great Expectations. We were greeted with hospitality and a beautiful villa. The location, situated high on a hillside, allowed … More
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Response from the owner We are so thankful you chose St. John and a stay at Great Expectations. Hope to see you return some day soon!
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“Beautiful villa with awesome views and perfect layout”
Our extended family (ages 4 to 86) had a magical visit to Great Expectations. The layout was perfect for privacy and togetherness, the kitchen was amazingly provisioned, the pools were so fun, and the… More
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“Incredible Villa and Amazing Hosts!”
Our recent vacation to Great Expectations on St. John was nothing short of remarkable. The villa is designed to capture breathtaking sunrises, sunsets and island breezes. What’s more, it is th… More
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Response from the owner So glad you guys had such a great time on island and at the villa. We appreciate you for choosing our villa and hope you all return!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Great Villa and Vacation in St John!”
We have a fabulous time at our week rental at Great Expectations. Steve and Carrie were excellent owners and property managers. Very easy to work with and extremely helpful. We had an issue where two … More
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Response from the owner Scott - thanks so much for coming and enjoying our villa and the island!
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“A vacation made in heaven....”
First of all - the property itself was TOTALLY AMAZING. The owners have thought of, literally, everything. Coozies to keep your drinks cool at the gorgeous pool (or hot tub, something we used a lot!),… More
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Response from the owner Thank you! We will be thrilled when you and your family return.
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“Great house for a extended family get-away”
Took this trip with my children and their families. 13 of us including children as young as 3. House was great for us to spend time together and still have our own space. Beautiful sunsets and sunrise… More
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Response from the owner Thanks very much for coming to stay at our villa and we look forward to seeing your next year or the year after :)
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“GREAT Expectations”
This was our extended family’s second stay at Great Expectations and we had another wonderful vacation. The property has stunning views perched high over 2 bays, is expansive and meets the needs… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for coming! We are so glad to have met you and your family and that you chose to return to Great Expectations for your holiday 2019 trip.
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“Perfect stay at Great Expectations”
This villa accommodated my family of 24, ranging in ages from 7 months to 67, perfectly. Families with young children, teenagers, young adults, and old adults, were comfortable and so happy with their… More
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Response from the owner Thank you so much for coming and having a fantastic time Cathy! We hope to see you again soon.
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“AMAZING”
We booked this property for 13 people (11 adults, 2 kids) for a week. It exceeded our expectations! The owner was wonderful and the house was exactly what we wanted. If (when) we go back, I’d b… More
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Response from the owner We are so happy you chose to come stay at our place and look forward to having you return someday 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 Carrie & Steve (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 Carrie & Steve (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 Carrie & Steve (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 Carrie & Steve 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 Carrie & Steve (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 Carrie & Steve (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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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Carrie & Steve (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- 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 Carrie & Steve (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. Carrie & Steve (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 Carrie & Steve (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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You’ll need to contact Carrie & Steve (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- 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 Carrie & Steve (the owner) a message.
If Carrie & Steve (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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