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Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System

Vacation home near Trunk Bay in St. John

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Terrace/patio
A stone pathway leading to a pool, surrounded by greenery and a wooden deck.
A poolside area with lounge chairs, a thatched roof, and a view of the ocean.
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Chocolate Hole, St. John
  • Place, Chocolate Hole
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Chocolate Hole Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

Seaside stay .You'll find Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole Beach within a 15-minute walk of this St. John vacation home. Virgin Islands National Park and Rendezvous Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chocolate Hole - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Great Cruz Bay - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Rendezvous Bay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sunset Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬7 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.

Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System

Located in Chocolate Hole, with a Southern view of the Caribbean Sea, POI PU is ideal for the family or couples traveling together. The secluded location surrounded by beautiful tropical flower gardens lets you enjoy a very private vacation. POI PU is located just 5 minutes from the town of Cruz Bay and its eclectic choices for duty free shopping and fine dining. Another 10-15 minutes will take you to the world famous beaches on the north shore within the VI National Park.

Upon entering the home you will be taken with the open architecture of the great room, dining area with seating for six and full kitchen with all of the features and amenities for preparing snacks to full meals. The breakfast counter provides an area for socializing with the cook while meals are prepared. The double doors off the inside dining area open to the side deck where you will find another table for alfresco dining for six while overlooking the gazebo and pool. The gas BBQ grill is located close by for preparing burgers and hot dogs to steaks and seafood.

Opening the three double doors around the perimeter of the home will virtually double the entire living space with the addition of the wrap around decks with lounge chairs and casual seating. The open beam ceilings with elegant ceiling fans will insure that the cooling tropical trade wind breezes are circulated throughout. With the perimeter doors open you will enjoy the commanding views of Chocolate Hole and the Caribbean Sea from the inner comfort of Poi Pu.

The family room offers a flat screen television with Cable TV and DVD Player and an audio sound system providing casual entertainment in a relaxing environment.

There are two air-conditioned bedrooms with king beds (which can be separated into to twins) located on the main level in addition to ceiling fans over the beds. The poolside bedroom also has a smart TV. Each bedroom has an adjacent half bath and share a large and impressive native stone shower with dual shower heads. The third bedroom is located in a large loft and features a queen size bed and tastefully appointed casual seating. (There is an outdoor motion camera pointed at the driveway).

Newly installed Tesla Solar Backup system will ensure you will still be sleeping comfortably when the power goes out!

Keywords: villa, home, Chocolate Hole, Pool, Views, windward, privacy, Battery Backup, Solar

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

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.
  • 12 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: $100 deducted from damage deposit if detected.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Solar energy
  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest must close and lock every door upon check-ou
If guest damages or blocks outdoor camera located

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$100 deducted from damage deposit if detected.

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
This property uses some solar energy
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Poi Pu St John Villa Great Views Total Privacy
Poi Pu St John Villa - Great Views & Total Privacy Villa
Poi Pu St John Villa - Great Views & Total Privacy St. John

Frequently asked questions

How close is Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.9 mi (60-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 15-minute walk from Chocolate Hole Beach and 4.7 mi (19-min drive) from Trunk Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System to downtown St. John?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Estate Chocolate Hole and Great Cruz Bay.

Poi Pu St John - Great Views, Total Privacy & Tesla Solar Backup System Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The communication was fantastic before and during our stay. Close to town and had everything we needed for a vacation in St John.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Host was great and very responsive. Amenities great but trouble with locks, dishwasher. Location OK.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

darren d.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Jackie did a good job getting back to us and giving us useful information. This place is set up nicely with beautiful views and in a great location to get to many places. The place could use some updates on some things and was told new doors were going to be put on in a few months, which will be really nice. The couch did have stains on it, but we just put down some towels. It's probably not the easiest getting furniture to the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have stayed on St. John several times and Poi Pu is my favorite villa yet! It has a swiss family robinson tree house vibe. The air conditioning in the bedrooms was welcome but the loft had a nice breeze such that our friend who stayed there had no problem sleeping comfortable underneath blankets. The setup is wonderful and the shower is so cool! You feel like you are under the sea! Our daughters adored the pool. The sunrise and sunset views from the wraparound porch were picturesque and we all loved hanging on the hammock with a good book in the mornings and afternoons. The location is super convenient to the amenities of cruz bay while also feeling like you are in a secluded tropical paradise. The owner was incredibly helpful and communicative during our stay and check in was an absolute breeze. I will 100% be returning to Poi Pu for our next trip to paradise!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location and spectacular views! Loved the hammock and plunge pool, then relaxing in the shade. A/C in two of the bedrooms worked well. Space enough for the five of us to spread out and relax — quiet and calm. Very peaceful. One item to note: Host informed us after arriving that the water isn’t potable — only suitable for showering and washing dishes. Also not advertised were requested water-saving restrictions (selective toilet flushing and navy showers). Would have preferred to know that in advance, and to be provided at least a couple gallons of water as a starter before having to run to the grocery.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donald B.

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

Perfect

Perfect stay, close to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Aleixo S.

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

Relaxing and Blessed Time

Property was rustic and simple with old world charm. Wonderful time seeing the island!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam L.

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

Perfect location

We stayed for a week and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! The house had everything we needed and we especially loved the large deck with lots of seating. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris j.

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

Island life

We recently stayed at Poi Pu in St. John and had a blast. The property was adorable and had a nice pool that overlooks chocolate hole, what a view! One of the best days we had was just grilling some burgers by the pool. We stayed with another couple and the two rooms were perfect. Very short drive to town and the beaches. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene B.

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

Family vacation

Our stay was wonderful. We were provided with all the amenities we needed. Loved watching the sunrises from the deck.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen F.

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

Great stay on St John’s

4 adult friends stayed here. Plenty of room and house could easily accommodate additional guests. Great views and amenities. Loved having use of the beach chairs, great patio deck, kitchen and sleeping areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Molly H.

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

The Perfect Fit!

We enjoyed our recent stay at Poi Pu. The home is ideal for families and is in a great location. The hammock was the perfect spot for an afternoon nap! Views were incredible and the location is ideal for Cruz Bay and the surrounding beaches in that area. The home was clean and comfortable. The property manager and owner were very responsive and made us feel welcome. Highly recommend this perfect home!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J Hunter B.

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

PoiPu in Paradise

Great accommodations for our family of 6. The 3 and 7yr olds loved the pool. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at PoiPu and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Juliette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

House

The house was well set up. One of the bathrooms was a little rundown, and some tiles needed to be repaired. Loved the layout and all the decks.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

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

Far exceeded our expectations

The lovely home on the hillside met and far exceeded our expectations. We were extremely pleased and would love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard P.

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

Winter getaway done right

The place is just as listed. We did note some aging issues such as the door handle and the shower but other then that we enjoyed our stay and would stay again.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Amazing View

We had a wonderful time on St John. This property has a beautiful view and outdoor space and is less than 10 minutes drive to town. The layout of the house is great with two private bedrooms connected by a jack and jill bathroom plus a loft. The kitchen and bathroom are getting a little dated but function just fine. The owner and host were great to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

Quiet and Comfortable

This is a great spot for a family or two couples. Small but well appointed with a fantastic outdoor space and great views. The pool was great with small kids and the hammock gets shade pretty much the whole day. Only a few minutes drive from Cruz Bay but far enough away to be quiet and secluded. There were beach chairs and some toys as well as a cooler to use which was fantastic. While we had a small issue with the water turning off, it was handled promptly and communication was excellent throughout the arrival and the rest of the week when we needed anything.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

John C.

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

Awesome views

Jackie was a great host. Answered all our questions almost immediately. We had a major storm blow through and had some minor issues she addressed. The house is well laid out and perfectly located. 5 mins drive to Cruz Bay. Beautiful views of Chocolate Hole. We did very little cooking, but the kitchen looked well stocked. I totally recommend Pui Po.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

St. John Paradise

Nice location but not really walkable to town. We were hoping our kids would have an easier time walking to town. The house was rustic which was great for us. We enjoyed the pool and deck. The kitchen was wonderful and we used the Weber grill almost daily. Also, walking the roads around the property was fun and we discovered some incredible views!! This location is perfect for any family. Finally, the Dolphin Market is close which was helpful coming home from the beach each day. Thank you for a magical vacation in paradise!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah v.

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

great vacay

We had an awesome time in St. John, and. Poi Pu villa was in a great location. Only 5 mins to Cruz Bay, we explored all the surrounding neighborhoods on foot, gaining beautiful vantage points of the island around every corner. A few days of our week stay (July) were incredibly hot so the dipping pool and rooms with AC were key. We learned to time our outings with the scheduled power outages in the PMs. We couldn’t quite figure out how to keep the open air living and kitchen mosquito free, but came close! Many many memories for years to come, hope to be back again some day!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Poi Pu = Paradise

My wife and I took our 14 yr old son and 18 yr old daughter on a trip back to St. John in celebration of our 20 year marriage. The property lived up to it's reputation and more! The huge wrap-around deck was a favorite as it allowed you to take in the fantastic views no matter where you sat. Open up the doors all around the main living area and achieve the same thing. We grilled and ate at home often because it was so easy to do. The location is a great launch point to both Cruz Bay, the Center road and all the beaches, plus Coral Bay. The house gives you enough room to have your space and be together, and we could immediately feel relaxed and at home the moment we got there. It was perfect!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Wonderful Place in Chocolate Hole

Myself and 4 others stayed at this property near Chocolate hole. It was great!!!! The house had a great pool, hammock, large deck overlooking Chocolate hole and the Salt ponds, and far enough off the road there was no sounds but that of the island birds. You can walk to both the beach at Chocolate Hole and the Westin within about 10 minutes. No neighbors made for some great privacy. The owner and property manager are SUPER responsive and thorough. We did not rent a vehicle and just used island taxis. We would walk to/from the Westin to grab a taxi and it worked great for us. Two separate bathrooms and three bedrooms gave people their privacy when they wanted it. I highly recommend this property and would stay again in a heartbeat. Thank you Jackie and Terri for making our stay so great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Tammy P.

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

A secluded, peaceful, unbelievable beauty, nature inspired, relaxful vacation.

Our stay at Poi Pu was amazing. As beach lover's, Saint John is the most beautiful place on Earth. (In our opinion anyway.) Our favorite "restaurant" was staying in, grilling steak and veggies, sitting on the deck looking over our view of Saint John, with a dip in the pool to cool off. Amazing! While no ac in the house except the bedrooms, we learned quickly how to "work" the house to keep it as cool as possible, as well as how to keep the bugs at bay. Our 2 weeks flew by so fast, and is now a memory that we will never forget. I have so many pictures of the stunning landscape around the house as well as all the little chicks, birds and hummingbirds, but didnt get the iguana as he was to quick. So, if you are a stuffy, AC hotel type this might not work for you, however, if you want a secluded, peaceful, unbelievable beauty, nature inspired, relaxful vacation, this IS the spot!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Babymoon in St. John

My husband and I stayed at Poi Pu St. John Villa for one week in late June. This was our first trip to St. John. We were seeking privacy, relaxation, beautiful views and peace and quiet. We were greeted by all of the above and much more. We loved staying in Chocolate Hole outside of Cruz Bay. Poi Pu acted as a perfect retreat away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get a delicious dinner in a matter of minutes. We woke up each morning and cooked breakfast in the fully loaded kitchen. We enjoyed the beautiful views as we ate on the deck daily. In the evenings, the air conditioned bedroom was a great way to recharge from a day on the nearby beaches. The breeze from being higher in elevation was soothing and we really enjoyed having the relaxation area with the hammock and plunge pool. The Wi-fi and safe did not work for us which was not a big concern. We didn't watch television or do any work while we were on vacation. We would definitely stay at Poi Pu again on another trip to St. John.