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Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!

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Beach
Beach
Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Outdoor dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, St John
  • Popular LocationCruz Bay Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationHoneymoon Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay19 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)69 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!

Featured on HGTV’s ‘Caribbean Life’, Meritage Cottage has everything you need to experience paradise.
Meritage Cottage is situated on a scenic hillside of the very desirable location of Chocolate Hole, Cruz Bay.
Just a short four-minute drive from the ferry dock and downtown Cruz Bay where you can find the best restaurants and shopping on the island.
The Cottage overlooks the Caribbean Ocean. Enjoy your private sundeck with jacuzzi. It is perfect for sunbathing (clothing optional) by day to stargazing by night. You can relax and soak up the Caribbean sun. It is the ideal place for a honeymoon or a romantic getaway.
Listen to the surf roll in from Hart Bay Beach which is just a short five-minute car ride down from the cottage.
From the decks, you can see in the distance the islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas which make the perfect spot for morning coffee,

We look forward to hearing from you.
Linda & Randall 🌴🍹🍸

If you need additional space, we also rent out Meritage Great House/4 bed/4 bath . listing#204713
Please check our complete details at meritagestjohn. com

Meritage’ is a term created to describe high quality wines made from noble grapes using traditional blending techniques and methods. Meritage wines are red or white wines crafted solely from specific "noble" Bordeaux grape varieties and are considered to be the very best wines of the vintage.



We look forward to hearing from you.

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Property manager

Linda Cathell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 500 sq ft (46 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Honeymoon Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 7 min drive
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive
  • Honeymoon Beach - 10 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 19 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - 7 min drive
  • Cruz Bay Landing - 7 min drive
  • Beach Bar - 7 min drive
  • Lovango Rum Bar - 7 min drive
  • Tap & Still - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! located?

Located in the heart of St. John, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole and Sunset Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jorge V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Be warned, not so great as it looks and promises
First 2 days were constant blackouts no electricity owners should invest in a generator if they plan to continue to rent out their cottage , problems with the hot tub wouldn’t change temperature at all only when it wanted to and when it did change it would stay that way for example same day it was 96 degrees not warm enough and last day it was 105 which was too hot , Owners make you takeout your own trash even though it should be their responsibility to take out the trash cause a lot of visitors and tourist shouldn’t have to stress about finding a dumpster in a place they’ve never been to. Water goes out with the electricity so if the power goes out make sure to buy a pack of water bottles. We had no water for 2 mornings straight, would’ve loved the heads up that electricity blackout = no water Only good things were the view , the cleanliness, and the house manger Abby, the maintenance team and the cleaning team. All 3 were amazing in making the best of our experience on St John. The owners need to put effort into providing a comfortable great experience for those who rent their cottage .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Don M.

Liked: Cleanliness
roaches
overall they property was nice. they cottage was sprayed for roaches, but it didnt help.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This place was fantastic, it had everything we needed, felt secluded/remote, but still was very conveniently located to get to all the places we wanted to go. Fantastic view, including sunsets, and Abby was very helpful with everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely spot
Ideal property for a couple staying on St John. Spectacular views and sunsets. We stayed at Meritage cottage for two weeks in January and had a lovely time exploring all of the beaches in St John, plus trips to the British Virgin Islands and Lovango. Abby did a great job of looking after us!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
Cute, very clean in a great location. Onsite manager ( Abbey ) was fantastic. I would book this home again.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cottage for two
My wife and I decided to celebrate our 25th anniversary on St. John, and picked Linda & Randall’s Meritage Cottage to stay. After visiting there for a week, we both agree this is a wonderful little cottage, perfect for two, with great views over the hills and shore outside Cruz Bay. Our favorite spot was the porch, relaxing and taking in the views and breeze from the water. Cruz Bay was just a few minutes drive, and access to the rest of the island was just as easy (assuming you have a Jeep.) Abby (the local manager and caretaker) ensured everything was in perfect shape for our visit, and after meeting us in Cruz Bay, escorted us to the cottage and made sure we were comfortable with everything there. The cottage has a very fast and powerful air conditioner, which we only had to turn on in the late afternoons when we returned. Otherwise, ocean breezes were very effective at keeping the cottage comfortable during the night and into the morning. The cottage has a small but efficient gas stove, gas grill, and regular refrigerator if you want to prepare meals there. WiFi and internet access was spotless, and while the cottage had a nice television, we can’t make any comment on the cable quality as we didn’t watch TV while we were there. Likewise, the hot tub looked clean and inviting, but we’re just not hot tub people. If you’re a couple planning a visiting St. John, Meritage Cottage should be first on your list to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
We really enjoyed the property. It was away Fri from the hustle and bustle and nice and quiet. It had everything we needed and communication was friendly and prompt. We definitely recommend this property and hope to get back someday in the near future. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve N., Rosemount

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquillity awaits
We had the most restful time of our lives !! Truly a wonderful cottage to spend our vacation on the Island !! It had Everything we needed to relax and Enjoy our time there .. Beautiful views of St. John and St. Thomas . We Enjoyed nights in the Hot Tub drinking daiquiris looking at the night sky , and mornings having coffee watching the iguanas in the trees below getting sun ! We cannot wait to come back !!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
My new husband and I had a wonderful time at the Meritage Cottage! Very private and a beautiful view! The bigger house is pretty close but we didn’t find it overly disturbing. Our favorite thing was to wake up around 4 and sit outside looking at the stars and listening to the waves crash on the beach below. We are already planning our next visit! Abby was also great and super helpful! We loved her!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Coty T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view and great sunsets 🌅
What an amazing cottage with awesome sunsets! Communication was great! We will definitely be staying at this place again in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022