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Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation

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Outdoor dining
TV
Pool
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8334 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation

DESCRIPTION: Anole is a 4 bedroom 4.5 bath home with a private pool. This two-level design includes the great room and two bedrooms with ensuite baths, plus a half bath on the upper level, and two additional bedrooms with ensuite baths and the pool on the lower level.

You park on the upper level and when you enter the great room you will be immediately drawn to the spectacular views looking out over the north shore and Cinnamon Bay. The handsome great room, complete with beautiful island stonework, tiled floors, and cathedral ceiling was newly renovated and refurnished in 2018. The kitchen and interior dining are on the right side of the great room, while the living area occupies the left half of this attractive room.

The upper-level bedrooms, each with a delightful screened-in porch, spectacular views, and a sitting area are located on opposite sides of the great room. A tiled sundeck runs the length of the great room, and exterior stairs off the sundeck lead to the pool and the lower bedrooms. The lower bedrooms are also good sized, with pleasant screened-in porches and lots of privacy. A covered deck is located between the lower bedrooms.

The pool sits in a very private, lushly landscaped site on the west (left) side of the house and can be accessed by stairs from the house or by the stairs off the driveway.
If you are looking for a home with spectacular views, Anole is the home for you. Perfect for couples, families, and anyone looking for a private St. John island retreat.

LOCATION: Anole is located along St. Johns fabled north shore, about 600 feet above the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of Cinnamon Bay. Anole is totally surrounded by St. Johns stunning National Park, and as with Peter Bay, the villas built in this beautiful neighborhood are distinctive, each offering their own personal charm.

Although Anole has a neighbor, the privacy of this home is superb and this setting is the very definition of a peaceful, quiet, and away-from-it-all island locale. The view is absolutely gorgeous and includes Tobago and Little Tobago Islands, Jost Van Dyke, Tortola, and other islands floating on turquoise and blue seas. Cinnamon Bay and Trunk Bay lie below you and offer excellent swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, windsurfing, sunning and stress free relaxation.

It is a 15 minute drive from Cruz Bay and the last 1/2 mile is a bumpy dirt road intended to discourage tourists from exploring this quiet neighborhood. A 4 wheel drive rental vehicle is necessary as local taxi service is not available in this neighborhood.

LIVING & DINING: The great room, with its cathedral ceiling, handsome stonework, and tiled floor, is located in the middle of the villa, with a bedroom on each side. The 30 x 8 foot wall of screened glass pocket doors offer marvelous views from everywhere in the great room. The spacious living area occupies much of the great room and is furnished with comfortable wicker and rattan furniture, cable TV, a stereo, and wireless internet.

The interior dining table seats 6-8 and is located in a romantic nook in the front corner of the great room, while the dining table on the upper deck also seats 6-8. There is also a table and chairs on the pool deck.

KITCHEN: The kitchen is in the rear of the great room but it also shares the gorgeous view. The kitchen is fully equipped, including a refrigerator, gas range, dishwasher, microwave oven and drip coffee maker. In the back of the kitchen there is a pantry and a washer/dryer and a gas grill is on the upper deck.

BEDROOMS: All four bedrooms are oversized (305 sq/ft) and all are located to ensure excellent privacy from each other. The upper-level east (right) and west (left) bedrooms each have a king bed, screened-in porch, and ensuite bath with new double sink vanities. The two lower-level bedrooms are accessed by exterior stairs from the upper deck or the pool deck. The lower level east (right) and west (left) bedrooms each have 2 twin beds, which can be converted in to a king. Each bedroom has a lovely 150 sq ft fully screened porch with wicker furniture, and each bedroom has an ensuite bath with tiled shower.

Property manager

Caribbean Villas of St. John

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Deck
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking is allowed on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3,600 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children 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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

29580

About the neighborhood

Map
Cinnamon Bay, St John

What's nearby

  • Cinnamon Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 9 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Maho Beach - 15 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation located?

Situated near the bay, this villa is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Catherineberg Ruins and within 3 mi (5 km) of Trunk Bay and Virgin Islands National Park. Cinnamon Bay and Cinnamon Bay Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Bask in Beauty: Anole Offers Unmatched North Shore Views and a Pool Perfect for Relaxation Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion on St John

Great location with a spectacular view of Cinnamon Bay. Four bedrooms with baths were perfect for four couples. Each bedroom had a view and a screened porch. The grand room had a vaulted ceiling and was the perfect setting for family meals around a large glass table. We enjoyed hiking on nearby trails and snorkeling along thje reefs and beaches.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbeatable View

I usually stay in Coral Bay so this was a real treat. The view/location cannot be beat. The architecture was charming and the landscaping made it feel like we lived in a palm tree paradise. Be sure to rent a Jeep as the drive up the mountain is steep. But very worth it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Breathtaking Beauty

If anything, the pictures do not do justice to the beauty of this place -- the house, the location, the spectacular view. It took a little while to adjust to the lack of air conditioning, but it is built in a way to maximize fresh air flow. The pool is also a nice way to cool down. The kitchen is well stocked and there is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space as well as to congregate. We ate inside and outside. It is somewhat tricky to find, but that is also part of its charm.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic trip

What a wonderful stay we had! We’ve been to St. John several times and could not truly anticipate how gorgeous the views were from this spot. With a young traveler with us it was so convenient to come home to the pool for a break and still enjoy the beauty around us. We had plenty of space and enjoyed the layout of the house. We lost power on the island a couple of times during the week, the second time for an extended period. We would just ask the hosts to consider purchasing a generator, as others around us had, for those unexpected times. If traveling to St. John with a larger group again, we would certainly stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Spectacular View!

The view from Anole is the highlight of this property! Stunning and spectacular! Great way to view God's amazing handiwork! House is beautiful. Many have said it already, but the drive to Anole is tricky to say the least. We had a 2-door Jeep Wrangler and 4-door Bronco. The Wrangler was the best for the rough roads and hairpin turns. Definitely DO NOT try to bring a larger sized SUV. The ocean breezes were wonderful and birds singing in the trees were beautiful. We did not realize this ahead of time, but most houses on St. John, including Anole, are not air conditioned. We were there in July, so we were probably warmer than the other months. It took some adjusting! There are a lot of fans that help to cool the air. If you attract mosquitoes, be sure to bring bug spray. The mosquito nets over the beds were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Radu M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best location on island

Somewhere near the top of the hill overlooking Cinnamon Bay, Anole is the largest low profile eco integrated villa with everything 2 families need for a fabulous stay in a tropical climate. Mornings/evenings one awakes/sleeps to the sound of birds and tree frogs and rainbows abound from the deck view. Out of the 7 days we were there I don't think there was one without at least one rainbow. The property also has a pool, though you won't need it as 8 beaches on the North shore of the island are all within a 5 mile drive or less (I'll review the South shore beaches in a different post :) ). The property management company staff met us at the Red Hook ferry, escorted us to the villa and gave us a full tour on arrival. They also helped fix a clothes washer glitch within 24 hrs. They are transparent, responsive and not intrusive. The only "negative" thing about Anole is that they're booked solid most of the year so if thinking of staying there one must look 4-5 month in advance. Don't fret though, you can make many trips to the St John national park and enjoy every one of them. Just make Anole your last trip because after that you'll have a hard time staying anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Week

We have visited St. John over a half dozen times and have stayed in villas all over the island. This was by far the best location and view of them all. Pros: The view at this villa is absolutely spectacular. In addition, the property manager was very helpful and efficient. The property was very clean and the self-check-in and check-out procedures were easy and convenient. The beds and furniture were very comfortable and the internet was fast and reliable. Challenges: We have seen some pretty exciting driveways on St. John (and we have one at home), but this one takes the prize. The decks are fairly weathered and there are some spots with exposed and rusting nail heads. It was not an issue for the adults, but if you are traveling with children be prepared to remind them to put their shoes on often. Lastly, there are no glass windows in the bedrooms and the screens are a bit warped in places. Although the biggest gaps are sealed with duct tape, there were still quite a few openings. We noticed that in the pictures and brought pop-up mosquito nets for the beds, which worked perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Teresa D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Gorgeous view, very hilly access

Spacious, comfortable home, but starting to show its age a bit. Just some minor repairs and it would be good as new. Extremely hilly access to get there and a very tight turn into the driveway if you have a larger vehicle (i.e. - Dodge Durango or other larger SUV). If we had a vehicle, such as the Jeeps you see everywhere on the island, I feel this would not have been an issue. Be aware that access to the two bedrooms downstairs is by outside staircase only - no interior access. We had all adults, but people with children may not find this optimal. Electric shutters to close off the bedroom archways to the screened in patios were missing in several bedrooms. Overall, a lovely home with plenty of space for everyone to stretch out and enjoy the unbeatable views of the north shore. Great sized pool with built in loungers. Updated kitchen, and 3 of the 4 baths were updated. Super comfortable mattress in the master bedroom (just off the kitchen).
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Breathtaking Views

The view is an absolute dream , clean house ~ picture does not do justice ~ peaceful and tucked away . However we had a few minor issues with the water at times there was no water . I had to reach out to the rental owners , they did send someone out twice to fix however for the length of our stay the problem was consistent . We were Blessed my hubby is a handyman and could get it going , but be prepared if you wake up and want a shower that might not happen right away - want to wash you hands you might have to get the system going . Other than that it was a wonderful vacation with lots of memories ❤️ I would rent this place again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view and pool.

Really nice! Amazing view and really fun pool for the kids. Only downside was the neighbors who had REALLY loud booming music 11 pm - 3 am. That was bad. Super bad.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Get away from it all

The Villa had everything you could ask for and was well appointed. The views high up in the hills within the National Park were more breathtaking than the photos!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Great Place

We were impressed by how well the house was equipped. This was especially true of the kitchen; everything we could possibly have needed was there. There were plenty of towels, both bath and beach. The view from the deck was spectacular. The Caribbean Villas staff were very nice and did an excellent job of orienting us to the villa and the island. thanks to all of you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

WOW! What a setting!!

We have been vacationing on St John for many years because we love everything about this beautiful island. Despite more than 7 trips to St John we have never stayed anywhere on the North Shore, mostly because it is out of our price range. Anole was priced below other Cinnamon Bay homes, and for the six of us the price was quite reasonable, so we gave it a try and what a good decision that was! Usually when we pay less you get less, but not with this home. The view was better than the photos show and the serenity and privacy was the best we have ever experienced, other than on a sail boat far off the coast. I don't think I have ever been more relaxed and refreshed after a vacation. As for the house it had everything we needed. Especially the bedrooms with their screened in sitting areas. It was so peaceful and relaxing that some days we never left the house. Cruz Bay has a lot of superb restaurants but dining on Anoles deck was our favorite. What a total memorizing view this home has! If you have never stayed on the North Shore of St John I highly recommend Anole for an affordable and heavenly North Shore vacation.