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Outdoor pool
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Outdoor dining
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End

Want to get away from it all? Spend some days at a retreat away from it all?The East End of St. John is that special place to do it!

Come enjoy what Long Bay Getaway Retreat has in store for you, your special someone, and your whole family!

This lovely cottage retreat is nestled on the quiet and uncrowded East End of St. John in the Privateer Bay community. We invite couples seeking a private, natural, relaxing location with space to stretch out, small families looking for a safe and wild home base with easy private beach access, or two couples (or small group of friends) looking to share the fun and the cost (deals for 7 day stays or monthly). This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage (+ fun outdoor shower) has everything you need to get lost in your vacation away from any busy-ness. Long Bay Getaway Retreat has everything for you: a nicely stocked kitchen, air conditioned bedrooms, comfortable furnishings, an intimate and colorfully night-lit private pool, fast internet, lovely native fruit trees and plants, abundant wildlife, and the unending peace you need to enjoy a planned or unplanned retreat. We even have an acoustic guitar to learn or play your favorite accompanying music! With few neighbors except the animals, the East End is yours for a private, quiet retreat to unwind and get away from every worry.

If you choose to leave this beautiful home and explore St. John, you are still less than a half hour drive from the famous North side beaches including Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, Cinnamon Bay, and Hawksnest Beach. Or you can stay and relax at one of the secret top beaches near us, including Hansen Bay. As a guest at Long Bay Getaway, you also have private access to the secluded beach at Long Bay which is 500 steps from our property. The snorkeling is superb (turtles, fish, squid, Pelican Rock, etc) and we have our nice kayak down by the water for your personal use - just carry our paddle down and bring it back up.

There are wonderful old St. John type island amenities near the property, including Sloop Jones' shop just three houses away for one-of-a-kind clothing and art and the local East End families at Hansen Bay and nearby beaches. The East End is the "other side" of St. John - quiet, natural, private, incredible sunsets by the pool, yoga on the pool deck, grilling on the upper deck, and deep star gazing in the natural dark of this secluded retreat area.

If you prefer natural peace and solitude, you will love this part of the island! Long Bay Getaway is designed to be a retreat type space on this special, magic part of the island and our owner family can help you plan an actual retreat experience with music, movement, spiritual engagement, or vigorous healthy activity. Or just come and live here on this part of the island for a larger number of days with our reasonable pricing and long stay deals.

We stay personally throughout the year and have amazing staff and friends doing retreats all the time - join the Long Bay Getaway Retreat community!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,202 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please take all trash with you to the dumpsters throughout your stay and when you leave - especially food scraps.
Please turn off all electrical items and lights.
Make sure to close the gate well so the goats don’t wander in and around.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Heat and insects are endemic to the Caribbean. Efforts have been taken to remediate pests and rely on and magnify natural breezes with fans and HVAC.

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed. Note the stone steps and a pool.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
St. John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Privateer Bay - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Maho Beach - 26 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 35 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Trunk Bay - 44 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Willy T
  • Myetts Garden & Grill
  • Pirates Bight
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Hansen Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. Long Bay and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 15 minutes.

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Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

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

Beautiful Vacation Spot

This was our second stay here, and it was just as wonderful as last time. Gorgeous views, comfortable rooms, and inviting outdoor space. Perfect for a quiet, relaxing vacation.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

STACY A.

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

East End Bliss

Absolutely beautiful view. Exactly as described on our booking. Easy check in good communication. Very remote and relaxing. Loved having the pool and short walk to a great snorkeling beach. We We utilize
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara J.

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

Relaxing and peaceful

What a lovely week we had out on the East End. Very comfortable house with great decks and a wonderful plunge pool. The house is well situated to catch cool breezes and watch the sun set over Bordeaux Mountain. When we didn't feel like driving to other beaches, walking to the beach at the bottom of the hill was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Larry V.

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

Serene paradise.

This was our second time at Long Bay. We love the serenity. The views from the porch of this house are breathtaking. The private beach is an excellent escape from crowds. It has some top-notch snorkeling straight out from the house. I think I may stay at this place every time I visit St John
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy C.

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

Great stay on the East End

We visited St John with our daughter and teen age grandsons. Long Bay Getaway was perfect! We love the quieter east end. We enjoy the wildlife both in and out of the water, and this house provides easy access to both, as well as wonderful beaches. The house has 2 bedrooms downstairs, each complete with full bathrooms. Shower and also tub in the master bedroom. There is a large screened area on this level and the pool is adjacent. The upstairs has a full kitchen, half bath and nice size living area with pull out couch. There is also a 2 sided covered deck with gorgeous views.There is an outside shower as well that was great!We loved the pool and enjoyed the beautiful view from there. The community beach is close enough to walk to. We enjoyed early morning snorkeling and evening walks. Hansen bay beach is also super close and our favorite beach.Clean, comfortable and great communication with owner and manager Jeremy. Already booked for the next trip!
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ann F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Loved the location The pool and the deck offered great views of long bay. Snorkling was great. House could of been a little cleaner,floors needed a good cleaning. No broom to sweep floor or deck. Beds were not that comfortable maybe time for new mattresses. Overall the house was great but it could have used some minor cosmetic repairs around pool area. The two mini Refrigerators were large enough to hold all our food and frozen items. If you're looking for remote location and great views this is the house but hoping it gets a few minor fixes and updates to beds.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashleigh R.

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

Amazing Stay

We had such a great time staying at this house. The location offers stunning views and the quiet we were seeking. The pool was so refreshing and the perfect way to end the day.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn M.

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

Awesome

View is spectacular. House was clean and well maintained. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jessica K.

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

Amazing spot!

Magical spot—the pool and the view can’t be beat. A bit of a hike beyond Coral Bay to get there, but it’s worth it. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony P.

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

Wonderful spot, lots of visiting wildlife, private beach was a huge bonus! . The sound of Waves,Love

Fantastic / quiet, peaceful. Jeremy took good care of us. Nice job, Ken.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

james j.

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

Perfect beach vacation

This property was the perfect place to getaway. The house is in a great location with amazing views. The surrounding beaches were great for snorkeling and the locals were friendly and welcoming to my family. We enjoyed ourselves immensely and look forward to coming back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney N.

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

Peaceful week on East End

We enjoy this property for it's affordability and amenities- pool, outdoor shower, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, fans/AC, multiple seating areas inside and out, great view, etc. We love the uncrowded beach down the hill for snorkeling, kayaking and watching the sunset. You'll need a Jeep to visit the various beaches and hiking areas, so when you want a day to relax, you have everything you need at the house and short walk to the waterfront. Adventures we enjoyed on St, John: Kekoa half day sail and snorkel & Reef2Peak guided paddleboarding. Snorkel spots we love: downhill to private beach- snorkel to Pelican Rock and Hansen Bay, Haulover Bay & Saltpond Bay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nabil

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The views are great day and night. the pool is crisp and refreshing.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Wonderful

Thank you for the great communication and wonderful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

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

Private retreat

Absolutely amazing. Very comfortable. We had everything we wanted and needed. When electricity went out we still had the grill to cook on. Pool was warm and enjoyable. Beach close walk down up hill back, but good.we definitely want to come back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A., Grantham NH

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

Peaceful East End St John

Great spot for a week at the East End. Just right for two- private and quiet with a great view. A steady breeze kept us cool every night- Even in July we only had the AC going for a few hours. The community beach area was like having our own private waterfront. Great snorkeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Most beautiful views!!! On the East Side of the island away from (most) everyone! Which I loved!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pearl C.

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

That time of year! Oh St. John : )

Our yearly visit to St. John was peaceful and pleasant. In This was our first stay on the East End and it was great. Communication from all parties involved prior, during and post stay were appreciated, especially during the storms and power outages. The house was fully supplied with all amenities listed, a pool with a view- just WOW! Thank you Ken for opening up your home to us and making it feel like home. It was truly appreciated!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra m., Santa Fe

JUST THE PERFECT LOCATION

We so enjoyed staying at this villa. great size, lovely views, clean, walking distance from beach and two kayaks that got us to explore around the bay and enjoy the floating taco bar that just opened. So much fun!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

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

Relaxation after long day at the beach

We loved the quietness of the location and the pool to relax in. At first we were worried about the challenging drive but then we got used to it and wasn’t a big deal.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S., Fairfield, CT

Wonderful!

We spent a wonderful week at Charmed! It's was our first time staying out on the east end and we loved it! Access to the beach and kayaks was a wonderful bonus to a week at a special home. The pool was my favorite part! It is magical at night with the pool lights on. Mark and Anissa were so helpful and friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Megan G.

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

Natural paradise

This house is a hidden gem. Our stay was wonderful in this quiet, relaxing side of St. John. The best snorkeling on the island was right off the beach down from the house, saw every kind of fish, and turtles. Hummingbirds and hawks are frequent sites of the decks too. Also loved the nightly sunsets and the huge star filled sky. Hope to return someday!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Communication
The property was in need of some repairs. The view is gorgeous. Mosquitoes, cockroaches and ants in the house were the unwelcome guests. The goats, deer and donkeys were a joy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven T.

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

Serene beauty on the east end

The east end of the Island is beautiful and the house is in the perfect location. The pool with the view over the bay is wonderful and the stars at night are amazing. The home itself is great, very nice open air concept with good breeze from being up on the hill. The bedrooms also still have AC for sleeping which we really liked. After snorkeling or spending the day on the beach, this is the perfect place to come back to and cook dinner or just float in the pool and watch the sunset. The host is awesome and made us feel very taken care of. Overall highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina P.

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

Quiet get away

My family and I enjoyed our stay at St. John. Winding through roads with our Jeep was truly an adventure! Who needs rollercoasters (haha). Snorkeling, hiking, beach time, and enjoying nature was time well spent. After a day of these adventure, my children enjoyed pool time each evening and meals with a fabulous view!!! We didn't use the air conditioning because the house has such wonderful window ventilation that a cool breeze combined with ceiling fans made sleeping comfortable. With sounds of nature all around (mostly goats), our stay was fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024