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Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs
Summary:
Just a 5-minute drive from Cruz Bay, Castaways Villa offers a convenient yet tranquil retreat with spectacular views of Chocolate Hole Bay. This spacious two-story townhome provides the perfect island escape and includes kayaks for exploring the calm bay waters, making it ideal for families or groups of friends. 🌴
The Space:
Upon entering the townhome, you’ll find most of the living space conveniently located on the ground floor. To the left down the entry hallway is a king bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. To the right, the heart of the home features an open-concept layout with a well-appointed kitchen and dining area, a half bath, and a comfortable living room with a Smart TV and basic cable. Ten-foot ceilings and large glass doors opening to the patio create a bright and airy space—perfect for relaxing or cooking together. You can open the doors to enjoy the beach views and soothing sounds of the ocean, or close them and turn on the AC to cool down after a sunny day.
Upstairs, you’ll find two additional bedrooms. The first features two queen beds, an en-suite bathroom, and a private balcony with seating. Across the hall, offering a bit more privacy, is the Deluxe King Suite, which features its own balcony with breathtaking ocean views. All bedrooms are equipped with Smart TVs, basic cable, ceiling fans, air conditioning, and beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms. 🌴
Guest Access:
Safety & House Rules
For everyone’s safety and enjoyment, please ensure that all house rules are followed throughout your stay.
Check-In Process
BOOKVI typically arranges a personal greeter to meet you at the villa for check-in. They will provide a brief tour of the property, answer any villa-related questions, and share helpful island insights to help you get settled.
Check-in arrangements are based on your arrival time, party size, and familiarity with the villa. Guests who have stayed with us previously or are familiar with St. John may request a self or virtual check-in, which can be arranged upon approval. 🌴
The Neighborhood:
This location is a true gem, with beach access just 50 yards from your back porch. Close to town yet serene and peaceful, you can enjoy morning walks along the shore collecting beautiful shells, take an evening dip in the calm waters, or spend the day paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling right in the bay. 🌴
Getting Around:
BOOKVI highly recommends renting a 4-wheel drive vehicle to comfortably navigate the terrain on St. John. We are happy to provide a list of trusted local rental companies, and we also have a few villa vehicles available for guests when available.
Current villa vehicle options may include:
• New Custom Toyota Land Cruiser – Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive – 5 Passenger
Please inquire with the BOOKVI Team to check availability and explore the best option for your stay. 🚙🌴
If you prefer not to drive, we are also happy to arrange taxi service during your stay.
Other Things to Note:
All guests will receive a rental contract for signature outlining the terms and conditions of the stay. Once your flights are booked, please provide your flight information so we can help coordinate a smooth arrival and transfer from the airport on St. Thomas.
We are happy to assist with arranging private airport transportation, taxi service, boat charters, private chefs, and spa services. You can also expect a few helpful emails from our team to assist with your vacation planning.
We look forward to welcoming you to St. John! 🌴
Interaction with Guests:
Castaways Villa is managed by BOOKVI, an island concierge service that is readily available to assist with guest needs — whether it’s dinner reservations, boat charters, or rental gear for your beach adventures.
There is also a full-time property management team on call for any maintenance needs during your stay.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 private bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Gravel flooring in public areas
Smooth flooring in public areas
Stair-free path to entrance
Tile flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
Near the sea
Things to do
4 outdoor pickleball courts
Kayak
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no 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
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Recycling
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Unit size: 1,800 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in St. John, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and rock climbing nearby. Visit our St. John travel guide
Is Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is steps from Chocolate Hole Beach and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole and Rendezvous Bay are also within 15 minutes.
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Castaways Villa | Beach Escape w/ Kayaks & SUPs Reviews
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We absolutely loved our stay in St. John on Chocolate Hole! The condo was clean, very spacious and the team was so responsive and amazing to work with! Highly recommend and would absolutely stay there again!!
The villa was great - well-appointed, clean, and comfortable. Location was close to beaches and town (about a 7 minute drive to Cruz Bay). Property team was communicative and helpful. We would certainly stay here again.
The property was brand new and very clean. It was a lovely accommodation that suited the needs of our extended family beautifully. We were happy to spend our brief vacation at a home close to town and well-appointed.
Everything about this stay was better than expected -the host was friendly and went above and beyond with local recommendations and assistance, the host was immaculately clean and well stocked, and the beach was just flawless. Would absolutely come back, with friends.
We really enjoyed our stay at Casta Villa. The condo was beautifully decorated. The bedrooms were fabulous as well as the main living space. We loved paddle boarding right off the beach. There is wildlife everywhere, iguanas, DEER, hermit crabs and more. The location is perfect too! So many beautiful memories were made here. We Look forward to staying again.
It was a wonderful vacation we had without any hassles. There is nothing to complain about the house amenities. Rather we got more than our expectations like extended check out time, availability of spices in the kitchen etc.
Castaway Villa is a beautiful, new property. The rooms are spacious and everything is new. We found it hard to find as it is in a nondescript area and the entrance road is not marked. There is a beach area but the Villa is not on a beach front. Had beach equipment, an electric grill, outdoor seating, and resident iguanas right outside our door! Convenient location.
The house is located just a few yards from the beach. We could sit in the house or on the back porch and watch the water and the boats in Chocolate Hole Bay. It was great having a paddle board to take into the bay and watch the turtles swim by.
The house is close to Cruz Bay and travelling to the North Shore beaches was no problem.
The only drawback is the huge pit in the front of the house that was a safety concern. It needs to be filled in or fenced off,