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Sun loungers
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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St. John, St John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪72 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

In St. John .Stay at this St. John cottage and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Virgin Islands National Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument. Johnson Bay and Hurricane Hole are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Maho Beach - 8 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Cinnamon Bay - 16 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Trunk Bay - 26 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Paddle-In Tiki Bar - ‬10 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.

Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views

Wonderful location for a family on a budget. Expanded deck with outdoor dining and lounging. Lower level renovated in 2018 with new half bath added and new flooring and deck! Gorgeous views of Coral Bay. Cute little cottage (this is not a luxury villa) sleeps up to 6: two on queen size bed in bedroom, two in king size bed in the loft, and two on the pullout futon. KJKitchen is fully stocked with all the necessary utensils, plates, cups, and cooking supplies.

This cottage sits at the bottom of the lot and thus has many steps (82) down to the unit. This cottage is probably not for the elderly.

The cottage has air conditioning throughout, with the exception of the screened in porch and screened-in bathroom - what a view from the full bathroom! The bathroom was also recently renovated.

Relax on the deck and porch while sipping cocktails looking at the boats anchored just below. Plenty of nearby restaurants and beaches to keep you busy all day long!

In order to keep our rental rates as low as they are, the cottage only comes with 1 bath towel, 1 washcloth, and 1 beach towel per registered guest per week and linens for the number of registered guests at arrival. The cottage does not include in-stay housekeeping or towel/linen service. If you would like in-stay cleaning services you can arrange that directly with our on-island managers at your own cost. Additionally, if you feel you may need more at your arrival, please ask when making your reservation to pre-pay for 1 additional of each towel per person per week ($50 for 2 guests, $75 for 4 guests, and $100 for 6 guests) and we will add that fee to your reservation. There are several laundromats on the island as well if you would prefer to clean your own towels during your stay.

For those who have been to St John before you can rest easy that the road to the house is a concrete straightaway with no switchbacks!

Keywords: cottage, view, sleeps 6, air conditioning

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Outdoor shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

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

Policies

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

  • No pets 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
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 first aid kit 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views to the airport?

This cottage is 21.5 mi (80-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views to the beach?

This cottage is 13.6 mi (64-min drive) from Sapphire Beach and 4.8 mi (17-min drive) from Cinnamon Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views to downtown St. John?

This cottage is 0.3 mi away from Estate Carolina.

Blue Wrasse - Cute Little Cottage with Gorgeous Deck Views Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 179 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 179 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 179 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

We enjoyed the setting... Very peaceful. We appreciated having snorkel gear to use.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryson K., Lexington, SC

Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful week!

Great location near Coral Bay, super close to the market, restaurants, as well as some incredible beaches such as Salt Pond. Very clean property and check in and out was smooth. The deck was very well-kept, and they had all the amenities needed for a great stay. Would absolutely stay at Blue Wrasse again!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spectacular view!

This is a lovely property. It is private and well stocked. The outstanding view from the deck, especially at sunrise, offsets the 86, slippery when wet, steps to get to the cottage. The location is get. We are partial to the Coral Bay area. So, this was a great find.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Stay at Blue Wrasse

I love Coral Bay so I asked my best friend and one of my sisters to join me for warm-up during a very cold and long Northeast winter. We ate in some (kitchen has everything one should need), dined out locally (Skinny Legs and Johnny Limes’s), toured the island in a rented Jeep, swam at Maho. Heavenly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical

If you can get past the challenges that have been described by others- 80 steps down, non potable water, no paper in the toilets, small space with only outside access from kitchen to bedroom, occasional electricity outage- then this is a wonderful place. The view is magnificent and from the deck it feels like having the entire valley and bay to yourself. A place to get away from civilization.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H., Grand Rapids, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place, Awesome View!!

This little cottage had everything for our anniversary week! The view was breathtaking. Jungle sounds in lazy Coral Bay are just the best! Please note- there are ALOT of stairs up/down to the property so those with mobility issues should opt out. Great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER K.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerri F.

Liked: Cleanliness

A needed break before xmas

What a beautiful view! I didn’t know there would be so many steps down to the cottage but we got our flights in each day. Secluded and felt private even though there are residences on either side. Would stay again but couldn’t do it if one had knee problems.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy W., Verona Wi

Liked: Cleanliness

Coffee in the deck!

Our week at this cottage was great. The deck and view is the highlight. Watched the sun rise every morning. The description is accurate. We were fine with the stairs but that will limit who this cottage is good for. Don’t forget you need to carry your luggage and groceries up and down them also.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Jenna L.

Small Cottage w/ Fantastic View in a Great Location!

We stayed 5 nights at Blue Wrasse for our 13th anniversary. The view from this small cottage home was absolutely breathtaking and located on a steep hill just above Johnny Lime, Sharky's, and Jolly Dog. There are ~80 (slick when wet) stairs to get down to the cottage, so be prepared if you have a lot of luggage! Taking a shower & using the toilet outside was new for us and there were no curtains to provide privacy. The water pressure was VERY low, so if you have long hair, it's difficult to wash after a day at the beach, but we made it work. The AC was a lifesaver, but the location of the AC in the downstairs bedroom was right above my head and very loud so I did not sleep well during our stay. Also, there are no curtains in the home to provide relief from the heat of the sun coming into the windows or privacy, if desired. As previous reviews have stated, there is a bug problem in the home. We expected a spider or a lizard here and there due to the climate based on the owner responses to these reviews, but cockroaches are unacceptable and preventable. I was woken up each night due to a cockroach crawling on me. Yes, we took out the trash daily and kept the doors shut. In addition, there was a leak in the roof that dripped down onto the bed in the loft. We advised the property manager immediately who confirmed they'd have it looked at, but we never received a follow up that it was fixed so we were unable to use that bed. Fantastic book selection!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Private and beautiful view

Very private, quiet place with a gorgeous view!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay

We loved being on the quieter side of the island. Close access to many great beaches and snorkeling areas. A quirky place but with a beautiful view. Worked great for my wife and I.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

marilyn j.

Liked: Cleanliness

July vacation

The cottage was perfect for our needs. We were close to great beaches and restaurants. we would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good trip with unfortunate circumstances

The beginning of our tip was great! Until the power went out. We booked this house as they were one of the only places with A/C. However, what they do not say in the description is that you will not have access to the A/C as well as running water once the power goes out. Again, we did not know about the frequent power outages until we got to the house. I want to clarify I am not blaming the property for the power outage, that is on WAPA (the electricity company). However, I am saying that the property had a right to let us know prior or after booking (not when we got there) that the power frequently goes out, and that when it does you have no water or electricity. We were not able to charge phones, make calls or text, shower, cook, wash dishes, and cool off in the A/C after a long day in the heat. While the power was not out our entire trip it was out at one point for a full 24 hours and then 6-8 hours on other days. Again, not the property's fault the power went out, but we would have liked to have been warned before we got to the house. The property is beautiful and in a wonderful location, a generator on the property would go a long way however.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue p.

Liked: Cleanliness

A hidden gem!

Simplicity and beauty, everything you need! The view is spectacular, sun in the morning and shade in the afternoon, it’s perfect. This is our second time staying here. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

DIANE r.

Liked: Cleanliness

Blue Wrasse vacation

We had a lovely stay at Blue Wrasse. It is a cute private cottage with a stunning view of Coral Bay from the large deck. There are 80 plus steps down to the cottage from the car and they pretty steep. We didn't have any trouble with them but this cottage is for those without any mobility issues for sure. There is a small screen porch with a table for two and one chair. There is a very small living space with a futon and a kitchen area and a table against the wall. There is air conditioning and a television and it is comfortable for two people. There is a loft with a queen bed but the steps are a bit challenging. We didn't use that. The bathroom on that level is outside in a screened area surrounded by the rain forest. The shower is in that bathroom. From that level you go out to the deck and down more steps to the bedroom which has a queen bed, a beautiful view and another deck. In the bedroom is a toilet and sink separated from the bed by a curtain. The property manager, Kat is amazing. She is so warm, kind and responsive. We didn't have any problems with bugs in the cottage because we followed her instructions of removing garbage daily and cleaning up crumbs carefully. There are no see ums and mosquitoes especially after rain but that is true at any cottage on the island. We saw an iquana in the tree from the deck and we loved having our breakfast outside watching the incredible view. We used the beach chairs which were in a shed by the parking area.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Blue Wrasse!!

The Blue Wrasse is such a unique, charming find. The porch and view are spectacular. We loved our morning coffee watching the sun rise over St. John's. The pictures somehow don't even give the view justice. We used the loft, futon and downstairs bedroom and all slept quite comfortably. The air conditioning is so nice after long days out in the sum. We also enjoyed being able to watch a movie after sunset. We loved the outdoor shower!! The cottage is well-equipped and has everything you need for meal prep. We used the grill for multiple meals. We also used the snorkel gear and cooler on site...very convenient. Kat is such a pleasure to deal with and will respond quickly with any questions. Highly recommend the Blue Wrasse and hope to be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Don S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Honest review

Pretty good value as far as the island is concerned. Beautiful location with an incredible view from the deck and nice grill. Great stock of kitchen items and various things like spices, and condiments from previous guests. This is a split level with the loft and kitchen (with futon) together on the upper level and a lower level with the queen bed which is non accessible aside from going outside and down a flight of stairs. Almost everything you need for a stay, snorkel gear, kitchen items etc but beware for longer stays they don’t seem to leave a sufficient stock of toilet paper or paper towels, so you’ll need to get that from town in amounts likely far more than needed. Lot smaller than we expected, sleeping six is definitely a stretch for this place but for the four we had it was sufficient. While it might be standard practice, advertising a place sleeps six and charging almost $200 in extra guest fees for four people is very frustrating. The stairs were a LOT steeper than expected and when it rains, as it often does, they get super slippery and we fell multiple times, once very badly. The door downstairs doesn’t seal well and between that and the other gaps, lots of bugs came in during our stay. Not a major issue, but bothersome and seemingly not a crazy hard fix. Also full of fleas or bed bugs which made things pretty uncomfortable as well. Overall, for the adventurous on a budget, it’s a great place to stay, but if neither of these apply to you, proceed with caution.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Paradise

Awesome view. Loved location and privacy.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island vacay

The property had excellent views and was in a good location. It was easy to get to the grocery store, many beaches and bars/restaurants. There were a lot of bugs and we both got bit by no see ums quite a bit which made things a little uncomfortable. It would have been nice to have better bug repllant or maybe some candles to light.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mo and Scot R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Worth the steps

Seclusion and beauty, we've stayed here twice and love the slower pace of the east side.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C., Mount Dora

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views

The views from the deck are amazing! The cottage has everything that you need from cookware to toiletries and towels. Kat was amazing and made sure that we had everything we needed during our stay. We also used the snorkels that were provided at the property as well as the cooler. We packed lunches to have while at the beach and it was perfect. The only thing that I could possibly say negative about the cottage is the stairs. There are a lot of them so getting luggage up and down can be a little challenging, however, it was manageable and we were fully aware of the steps from other reviews. This property truly is great and was perfect for our family (kids ages 6 and 13)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Family vacation to St John, kids aged 7 and 9. Stairs are no joke but the payoff is privacy, solitude, and amazing views. Well worth it. Kids loved the loft bed area. I loved coffee in the mornings on the deck. Great to come back to AC after days at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Austin K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing views!

Loved our time here - amazing views, location, and value. Well equipped with effectively everything we needed for a comfortable stay! Only minor complaint would be we wished there were curtains or blinds for the lower level bedroom to block out the morning light (and keep it cooler!). Also a note to future guests: the tile on the screened-in porch gets VERY slippery when wet (don’t ask how we figured that out lol)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023