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Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Outdoor pool
Exterior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

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  • Dryer
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  • Washer
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  • Fireplace
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  • Pool
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  • Air conditioning
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St John
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach13 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay19 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)86 min drive

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About this property

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

Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul

Hidden high on a mountain side , tucked away in a lush peaceful setting is a magical St John villa.

With luxurious accommodations , tasteful graceful interiors and everything you are looking for in a retreat that will rejuvenate your soul.

Please visit our website for more information.

This picturesque villa is Eminence On High, an enchanting villa high atop St John's Bordeaux Mountain.

This extremely private, gated villa is comprised of a magnificent main house and closely adjoining carriage house, lovely and charming. Both enjoy sweeping captivating mountain top views across the Caribbean to the British Virgin Islands on the horizon.

Due to post-hurricane road conditions, use of a 4x4 vehicle is critical to navigating St. John.

Eminence On High has abundant comfortable, relaxing outdoor spaces from which to enjoy the breathtaking views and the constant cooling Caribbean breeze.

Inside the magnificent mason home is the exquisite stone Great Room with soaring ceilings adorned with beautiful arched windows and stunning mahogany french doors which open up to the wrap around covered veranda which extends the Great Rooms' living areas to a breezy tranquil porch.

Just opposite the main living space is one of two dining rooms with charming fire place. Nearby is the stunning gourmet kitchen with blue Viking range designed for serious cooking and entertaining in mind.

There are 3 private, beautifully decorated bedrooms within the main house and 3 baths ,one with a stone and tile open air shower.

The close by carriage house has 3 spacious bedrooms, both charming with lovely interiors and The 2 upper level bedrooms share a large bath with and very private, stone mason outdoor shower. The 6th bedroom is located on the ground level of the carriage house with full ensuite bathroom.

There is much more to this spectacular family sized compound with luxurious amenities. Including the central, stone and tiled courtyard with lush tropical plantings, in-ground pool and over sized spa.

The focal point of the space is the incredible, outdoor dining area with Weber grille and seating for up to 12 guests. The space also shares a cozy, comfortable seating area all framed with beautiful arch french doors which open to the pool and central courtyard.

The grandeur and magic of Eminence On High awaits you.

Utterly captivating and tranquil ambiance beyond compare!


Property manager

Christine Sabharwal

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Spa tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with premium channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Rock climbing 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Check-in

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

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

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Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses Transends The Soul

About the neighborhood

St. John

Located near the beach, this villa is in Upper Carolina, a neighborhood in St. John. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 6 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 11 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 18 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Lime Out - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Tap & Still - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul located?

Located in Upper Carolina, this villa is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Bordeaux Mountain and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Little Lameshur Bay and Lameshure Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Eminence On High... Captivates The Senses, Transends The Soul Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The pictures do not reflect how nice the property is in person! Every bedroom is nice and plenty of space to spread out. We had 11 adults and really enjoyed the outdoor area, pool and hot tub with excellent sound system! Propery manager, Eddie, very responsive with any problems or requests! We used Owen as a driver a lot and he also made excellent recommendation for boat rental! Use Local Time for best prices and fun captain!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Eminence on High Dec 2023
Beautiful view. The house was very well equipped and comfortable for guests in the main house. The cottage with two bedrooms was not great. We made it work though. Only other complaint was the add on costs for the 4th and 5th bedrooms and hot tub.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family vacation
Our family of 12 stayed for an awesome week at Eminence on High in December. First, the location is amazing! On top of the Bordeaux mountain ridge at over 1,000 ft elevation, it was 8 degrees cooler than at sea level. The view to the north and east is incredible! The first few days we experienced what the locals call the “Christmas wind” and up there it was blowing hard. After that we had a nice constant breeze. The wind and cooler air would be even more appreciated in warmer months. Located in the middle of the island, it’s closer to some of the snorkeling spots we like and easy to get to anywhere on the island. The road up is good except for about the last 100 yards, so you do need a jeep. The villa itself is stunning. Everything was clean when we arrived. It has beautiful décor, nice furniture, comfortable beds and sheets, plenty of towels, a good washer/dryer, complete cooking supplies and lots of dishes in the main kitchen as well as the party room. There are two refrigerators, a wine cooler and an ice maker. Lots of beach towels and chairs. The heated pool and hot tub were much appreciated on the colder days. We loved the party room for our evening meals and hanging out; the stove in the party room wasn’t working but that was just a minor inconvenience. We look forward to having an opportunity to stay again at Eminence on High Villa.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jp D., Morehead City

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
Great property for housing multiple adult couples, private and spacious setting both inside and outside
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
The house was beautiful. Pictures didn’t do it justice. Yes the drive up is very bumpy, but our Jeeps made it up with no issue. The views and pool were fabulous. Unfortunately the hottub was still out of commission and would have been nice at night as the pool is too cold. We would definitely stay there again. Plenty of room to spread out, kitchen and amenities are great. We did have a strong storm one day that brought water in from the ceiling and the windows in the main hallway. There also seems to be some water damage in the 1st floor bedroom closet. Only other issue were some mice that left their evidence in the mornings. I don’t consider this an issue because you are literally within nature in this home. We saw tons of frogs, birds, unique bugs including a few tarantulas living inside the bromeliads outside. Enjoyed falling asleep to the sound of frogs and wind through the palms every night. The kitchen A/C was a MUST and I’m so happy we purchased it extra. It works VERY well. The solid wood windows and furnishings are astonishing. Overall just really really missing our time spent here and hope to visit again soon! We got ready for our wedding here that occurred on Peace Hill and I’m so happy we chose this home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Great property. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect week in paradise
We had a wonderful time at this villa. The views were breathtaking! Highlights include sunrises from the master bedroom wraparound balcony, family dinners in the indoor/outdoor second kitchen at the massive table, and cooling off in the pool. As for communication, the property manager and owner were both extremely responsive and helpful. We loved that there were plenty of beach towels and beach chairs, which we took with us daily. Only callouts were that the hot tub, 2nd kitchen stove/grill top, and 2nd kitchen garbage disposal didn't work unfortunately, but we made due with the outdoor grill! Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home
Gorgeous home with incredibly views. Hot tub is not functioning and if it were there is an extra charge to use the hot tub and to have the pool heated to a point that you would want to swim in it so make sure you're aware of the extra fees and order before you arrive. Other than that the place is amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S., Blue earth , mn USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We stayed for a week. The home was perfect for six couples. Do you have to heat the pool their ice cold otherwise. It looks like it’s the highest spot in St. John so we had a lot of wind up there but the view is simply stunning and the property is absolutely wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View!
A very nice home with gorgeous views. Has everything one would need. Great seclusion, but with that comes a little more distance to stores and restaurants. Very happy with our stay and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023