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Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!

Casa de campo cerca de Bahía Trunk, en Saint John

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Restaurante al aire libre
1 habitación, tabla de planchar con plancha, cuna de viaje y wifi
Smart TV
Áreas de la propiedad
Áreas de la propiedad

Opiniones

9.8 de 10,
Excepcional

Casa completa

1 habitación1 baño2 personas500 pies cuadrados

Servicios principales

  • Tina de hidromasaje
  • Cocina
  • Aire acondicionado
  • Espacio al aire libre
  • Estacionamiento disponible
  • Asador

Explora la zona

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Place, Chocolate Hole
    ‪11 min a pie‬
  • Place, Chocolate Hole Beach
    ‪11 min a pie‬
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪2 min en auto‬
  • Airport, Saint Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪58 min en auto‬

Opciones de habitación

Información de la zona

Saint John

Estancia junto al mar.A solo 15 minutos a pie de esta casa de campo, podrás visitar Chocolate Hole Beach y Chocolate Hole. Parque Nacional de las Islas Vírgenes y Sunset Beach se ubican también en un radio de 3 km.
Ver más casas de campo en Saint JohnSe abrirá en una nueva ventana

Qué hay cerca

  • Rendezvous Bay - A 4 min a pie - 0.4 km
  • Chocolate Hole - A 11 min a pie - 1.0 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - A 11 min a pie - 1.0 km
  • Sunset Beach - A 18 min a pie - 1.5 km
  • Great Cruz Bay - A 2 min en auto - 1.2 km

Medios de transporte

  • Santo Tomás ( SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 61 min en auto

Restaurantes

  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬A 7 min en auto
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬A 7 min en auto
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬A 7 min en auto
  • ‪Morgan's Mango - ‬A 7 min en auto
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬A 7 min en auto

Información de la propiedad

Todo el hospedaje

Tendrás la casa completa para ti y las personas que te acompañen.

Romantic Honeymoon Cottage Open New Year, Bañera de hidromasaje, Wi-Fi, A / C,

Visita St. John en el único momento, hora de la isla.

Meritage Cottage tiene el encanto de la isla para una escapada romántica.

A solo tres minutos de la animada ciudad de Cruz Bay, donde puedes encontrar los mejores restaurantes y zonas comerciales de la isla, Meritage ofrece un ambiente romántico con vistas al mar Caribe. Situado en la ladera de Chocolate Hole, St. John, USVI, Meritage está a solo un corto paseo por un sinuoso camino hacia la tranquila Hart Bay. Hart Bay es perfecto para caminar por la playa y tomar el sol.

La cabaña tiene una terraza privada con jacuzzi, es perfecta para tomar el sol (ropa opcional) durante el día y observar las estrellas por la noche. Puede relajarse y tomar el sol caribeño. Es el lugar ideal para una luna de miel o una escapada romántica. Ingrese a su jacuzzi privado y deje que sus problemas desaparezcan.

Por favor, consulte nuestros detalles completos en
Meritagestjohn. com
Esperamos con interés escuchar de usted.

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Exterior
Westin St John
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  • Alberca infantil
  • Wifi gratuito
  • Restaurante
Westin St John

Servicios de la propiedad

Playa

  • Playa en los alrededores
  • Camastros en la playa
  • Toallas de playa

Alberca/spa

  • Tina de hidromasaje

Internet

  • Disponible en la casa de campo: wifi

Estacionamiento y transporte

  • Se recomienda trasladarse en auto
  • Estacionamiento en la propiedad

Cocina

  • Cafetera y tetera
  • Horno
  • Licuadora
  • Microondas
  • Parrilla de estufa
  • Refrigerador
  • Toallas de papel
  • Tostadora
  • Vajilla y utensilios de cocina

Comidas

  • Mesas

Habitaciones

  • Habitación
  • Se proporcionan sábanas

Baño

  • 1 baño
  • Jabón
  • Papel de baño
  • Regadera
  • Se ofrecen toallas
  • Secadora de cabello
  • Shampoo

Áreas comunes para sentarse

  • Mesa

Entretenimiento

  • Smart TV con canales de cable/satelitales

Espacios exteriores

  • Asador
  • Balcón
  • Muebles de exterior

Lavandería

  • Lavandería en los alrededores

Para tu comodidad

  • Aire acondicionado

Mascotas

  • No se aceptan mascotas

Facilidades de acceso

  • Si tienes necesidades de acceso especial, comunícate con la propiedad utilizando los datos que figuran en la confirmación de la reservación.
  • Habitaciones para personas con discapacidad
  • No se permite fumar en la propiedad

Servicios e instalaciones

  • Plancha y tabla de planchar
  • Servicio de limpieza previa solicitud

Aspectos destacados de la ubicación

  • A orillas del agua
  • Cerca de la bahía
  • Cerca de un hospital
  • Cerca de un spa de salud/belleza
  • Cerca del océano
  • En el centro de la ciudad
  • En la montaña

Actividades

  • Buceo en los alrededores
  • Lugar para nadar en los alrededores
  • Navegación en lancha en los alrededores
  • Observación de aves en los alrededores
  • Paseos a caballo en los alrededores
  • Paseos en moto de agua en los alrededores
  • Paseos en velero en los alrededores
  • Paseos para ver fauna salvaje en los alrededores
  • Pesca en los alrededores
  • Senderos para caminar o andar en bicicleta en los alrededores
  • Snorkel en los alrededores
  • Surf o boogie board en los alrededores
  • Windsurf en los alrededores

Características de seguridad

  • No se reportó un detector de monóxido de carbono (el anfitrión no especificó si la propiedad cuenta con un detector de monóxido de carbono, por lo que se recomienda llevar un detector portátil)
  • Detector de humo (el anfitrión indicó que la propiedad cuenta con un detector de humo)
  • Botiquín de primeros auxilios
  • Extintor de incendios
  • Cerradura de alta seguridad

Descripción general

  • Servicio de limpieza (previa solicitud)
  • Tamaño de la unidad: 47 metros cuadrados

Políticas

Check-in

Hora de inicio del check-in: 16:00
Edad mínima para hacer el check-in: 21 años

Check-out

Check-out antes de las 10:00

Instrucciones especiales de check-in

Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.

Mascotas

  • No se aceptan mascotas

Niños y camas adicionales

  • Los niños son bienvenidos.

Eventos

No se permiten eventos

Fumar

No se permite fumar

Información importante

Información importante

Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
El equipamiento de seguridad de esta propiedad incluye extintor de incendios, botiquín de primeros auxilios y cerradura de alta seguridad
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo suyo con un enlace a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Es posible que apliquen cargos por persona extra, según la política de la propiedad. Este monto puede variar.
Se puede requerir una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto.
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra.
    Esta propiedad es administrada por un particular, no por un profesional involucrado en un negocio o actividad comercial. No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos. Todas las habitaciones de la propiedad están equipadas con extintor de incendios, detector de humo, botiquín de primeros auxilios y cerradura de alta seguridad.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Qué tan cerca está Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! del aeropuerto?

Esta casa de campo queda a 22.5 km (61 min en auto) de Santo Tomás ( SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base), el aeropuerto popular más cercano a la propiedad.

¿Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! tiene servicio de traslado al aeropuerto?

Esta casa de campo no ofrece servicio de traslado desde ni hacia el aeropuerto.

¿Qué tan cerca queda Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! de la playa?

Esta casa de campo está a apenas 10 min a pie de Chocolate Hole Beach y a 7.6 km (19 min en auto) de Bahía Trunk. No olvides tu filtro solar.

¿Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! ofrece desayuno incluido?

Esta casa de campo no ofrece el desayuno incluido.

¿Hay un casino en Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

No, no hay casino en esta casa de campo.

¿A qué hora es el check-in en Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

El check-in inicia a las 16:00.

¿Hay estacionamiento gratis en Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

No hay estacionamiento gratis en esta casa de campo.

¿Hay alberca en Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

Esta casa de campo no tiene alberca.

¿Hay un spa en Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?

No hay servicios de spa disponibles en esta casa de campo.

¿Qué tan cerca está Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! del centro de Saint John?

Esta casa de campo está a 0.5 km de Estate Chocolate Hole and Great Cruz Bay.

Opiniones de Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!

Opiniones

9.8

Excepcional

Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 56 de 62 opiniones
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 3 de 62 opiniones
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 1 de 62 opiniones
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 2 de 62 opiniones
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 62 opiniones

9.8/10

Limpieza

10/10

Servicios

10/10

Condiciones de la propiedad

Opiniones

Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Dave G.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Very relaxing place

It was a great getaway for me and my girlfriend. We stayed in the cottage but were able to use the pool during our visit as the house was not booked. Abbey was great!!
Se hospedó 10 noches en enero de 2025
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Chris L.

Amazing little cottage perfect for two.

The house was amazing, the views were breathtaking. We plan to visit every year.
Se hospedó 8 noches en marzo de 2019
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Andrew B.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great Cottage Near Cruz Bay!

My girlfriend and I stayed for 6 nights. The property manager and owner were very helpful and responsive. Hope to come back soon!
Se hospedó 6 noches en mayo de 2021
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Matthew S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Amazing

This place was fantastic, it had everything we needed, felt secluded/remote, but still was very conveniently located to get to all the places we wanted to go. Fantastic view, including sunsets, and Abby was very helpful with everything. Would definitely stay here again.
Se hospedó 6 noches en febrero de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Chris S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Just what we needed

Cute, very clean in a great location. Onsite manager ( Abbey ) was fantastic. I would book this home again.
Se hospedó 9 noches en octubre de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Steve J.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A lovely spot

Ideal property for a couple staying on St John. Spectacular views and sunsets. We stayed at Meritage cottage for two weeks in January and had a lovely time exploring all of the beaches in St John, plus trips to the British Virgin Islands and Lovango. Abby did a great job of looking after us!
Se hospedó 14 noches en enero de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Chris M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Perfect for couples

Great little cottage with a lovely patio. Easy drive into Cruz Bay. The cottage was stocked with all the essentials (coolers, beach chairs, snorkel). Loved it!
Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2022
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Steve S.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Tranquility

We really enjoyed the property. It was away Fri from the hustle and bustle and nice and quiet. It had everything we needed and communication was friendly and prompt. We definitely recommend this property and hope to get back someday in the near future. Thank you.
Se hospedó 3 noches en febrero de 2023
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Kathryn H.

Just perfect

Great location with stunning views. Sinbad the manager is fantastic. It takes just a few minutes to go into town but far enough away where all you hear is the sounds of nature. The porch, and hot tub is perfect. The Cottage is exactly as pictured and a perfect size for 1-3 people.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Steve N.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Tranquillity awaits

We had the most restful time of our lives !! Truly a wonderful cottage to spend our vacation on the Island !! It had Everything we needed to relax and Enjoy our time there .. Beautiful views of St. John and St. Thomas . We Enjoyed nights in the Hot Tub drinking daiquiris looking at the night sky , and mornings having coffee watching the iguanas in the trees below getting sun ! We cannot wait to come back !!
Se hospedó 10 noches en febrero de 2023
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Kelli

Le gustó: Limpieza, condiciones de la propiedad, comunicación
We absolutely loved staying at this cottage. It was the most perfect romantic getaway for my husband and I. It was very clean the hospitality was great and you can’t beat the views. We had the most perfect sunset views. And having breakfast on the deck counting the iguanas in the tree was our favorite morning activity. We left a piece of our hearts at this cottage in St. John and we plan to book here every year. We have finally found our forever home away from home.
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2022
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Paula B.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Great place to stay!

My new husband and I had a wonderful time at the Meritage Cottage! Very private and a beautiful view! The bigger house is pretty close but we didn’t find it overly disturbing. Our favorite thing was to wake up around 4 and sit outside looking at the stars and listening to the waves crash on the beach below. We are already planning our next visit! Abby was also great and super helpful! We loved her!
Se hospedó 5 noches en enero de 2023
Opinión verificada

8/10 Buena

Jon Y.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Delightful

We had a wonderful romantic getaway at meritage . Linda is top notch ! We had an unforgettable experience. One minor thing that would improve the experience would be to cut / trim the small trees that are partially blocking the gorgeous views . Overall we had an incredible time and we’d love to come back to meritage .
Se hospedó 7 noches en julio de 2024
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Chad R.

Excellent stay, very professional, nice place - Highly recommend!

Loved our stay at the cottage. Sinbad - the property manager - was absolutely the best. St John was a great stay, and the cottage was clean and pleasant, in a nice area (not junky island surroundings . . . very clean). The hot tub wasn't working while we were there, but they busted hard to fix it, and did a super job communicating with us along the way. Would consider going back again next time!
Opinión verificada

4/10 Mala

Don M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

roaches

overall they property was nice. they cottage was sprayed for roaches, but it didnt help.
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2024
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

We just love this hideaway cottage!

This cottage is so cozy and tastefully put together that we felt we had found a perfect getaway for years to come. The location allowed us to pop into town in a matter of minutes to go out for dinner or shopping. The national park beaches are only 15 minutes away on the beautiful drive along the ocean. One of the nice things about this cottage was that we spent some nights barbequing on the deck while listening to the ocean waves lapping against the sea shore of the Hart bay, it was so peaceful. It was just the tranquility my husband needed on this vacation to just relax from his stressful job. We love this cottage and of course St. John. We are definitely coming back.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Lorraine M.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

A perfect place for a couple to relax and enjoy each other & the island.

This was far and away the best location, with an amazing view, gentle breezes, morning rainbows, and a hot tub to ease the stress from the day's activities. We are restored! In desperate need of a pair of kitchen scissors, we purchased a pair to leave as a "house warming" gift...The cottage is very nicely appointed with comfortable seating and beautiful interior lighting, and a covered deck for sitting outside in the rain. Oh, and Abby was a most helpful ally when we got lost in the dark! Love this property!
Se hospedó 8 noches en marzo de 2020
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

ralph b.

excellent cottage

My husband and I were greeted by Sinbad at the dock. He was the greatest. All information was provided with over fhe top enthusiasm. He was great. The cottage was exactly what we expected. We were able to use the pool at the villa next door when it was vacant. The stay was wonderful and we now plan to return with our immediate family and rent both houses. Thanks Sinbad.
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Mary H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Our idea of Paradise!

If you are looking for a serene private space with ocean views and a great tropical breeze, this is the place for you! Charming cottage has everything you need…well equipped kitchen, beach towels and chairs, fans and air conditioning, and best of all, a large porch with private hot tub. Very clean. When at the cottage, we spent all of our tIme out on the porch… what a treat! Abby the caretaker made sure we had everything we needed and was very helpful with island tips. You will definitely want to rent a Jeep as the property, while not far from the bustle of Cruz Bay if you want It, is a steep and winding drive up the hills above Chocolate Hole. 20-40 minute scenic drives bring you to the best National Park beaches. When we come back to St. John, we will not hesitate to stay here again!
Se hospedó 5 noches en febrero de 2025
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

nicole z.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Best vacation ever !!!

My husband and I just returned from the best vacation we have ever been on and it had everything to do with our rental home !! Well ok the beaches are pretty fantastic too !! The owner Chris was exceptional in every way !! Flexible and generous are the two words that come to mind. This home is far beyond what the pictures show and we will most definitely be coming back. Every little detail is covered for you as a guest you don’t have to think about beach chairs or coolers or even snorkel equipment!! We could not have been happier with our experience in St.John !! Thank you Chris !! It was such a pleasure to have met you and are looking forward to seeing you again soon !! Kind Regards Dan and Nicole Zimmerman
Se hospedó 8 noches en mayo de 2019
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Nathan Y.

the cottage was cozy, clean, and had an incredible view. It was perfect for our honeymoon

When we arrived Sinbad met us at the ferry dock, showed us around town, and told us everything we needed to know about the property and the island. He did a fantastic job and was helpful all week. The cottage itself was slightly smaller than expected, but a perfect size for us as a young, newly married couple The view was simply breathtaking. We marveled at it every morning as we ate breakfast on the deck. Meritage cottage is in a perfect location in relation to the view and the town. We were secluded enough to make it feel like a get-away with stunning sunset, mountain, and ocean views, but still close enough to town to run in whenever we wanted or needed. The hot tub was a nice perk to have there, but it was often simply too hot for us to use. We looked through the movies and only recognized about two or three. I would suggest updating that selection.
Se hospedó 7 noches en mayo de 2016
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

Melissa P.

Melissa and Scott

We had a fantastic stay at the Meritage! This was the second part of our honeymoon. Sinbad was awesome, he met us at the ferry terminal, followed us to our rental car, and then took us on a tour of Cruz Bay, telling us the ins and outs. Once at the house, he again gave us the ins and outs of the area. The house was perfect for us. Just enough space, indoor and out, with all the basic things we needed. The deck was great for breakfast and grilling out. We enjoyed the hot tub as well. We also were able to use the main house pool because no one was currently renting there! That was a great bonus! The cottage is in a great location. Very close to all the restaurants, bars, activities of Cruz Bay, but far enough that evenings were quiet and peaceful. St. John was by far our favorite island of our honeymoon. Thank you Chris, your place is great, and Sinbad went above and beyond to make sure we knew everything we needed to know! He was available for any questions we had! Thanks! We hope to be back!
Opinión verificada

4/10 Mala

Jorge V.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación
No le gustó: Veracidad del anuncio

Be warned, not so great as it looks and promises

First 2 days were constant blackouts no electricity owners should invest in a generator if they plan to continue to rent out their cottage , problems with the hot tub wouldn’t change temperature at all only when it wanted to and when it did change it would stay that way for example same day it was 96 degrees not warm enough and last day it was 105 which was too hot , Owners make you takeout your own trash even though it should be their responsibility to take out the trash cause a lot of visitors and tourist shouldn’t have to stress about finding a dumpster in a place they’ve never been to. Water goes out with the electricity so if the power goes out make sure to buy a pack of water bottles. We had no water for 2 mornings straight, would’ve loved the heads up that electricity blackout = no water Only good things were the view , the cleanliness, and the house manger Abby, the maintenance team and the cleaning team. All 3 were amazing in making the best of our experience on St John. The owners need to put effort into providing a comfortable great experience for those who rent their cottage .
Se hospedó 3 noches en mayo de 2024
Opinión verificada

10/10 Excelente

Jay P.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Perfect cottage for two

My wife and I decided to celebrate our 25th anniversary on St. John, and picked Linda & Randall’s Meritage Cottage to stay. After visiting there for a week, we both agree this is a wonderful little cottage, perfect for two, with great views over the hills and shore outside Cruz Bay. Our favorite spot was the porch, relaxing and taking in the views and breeze from the water. Cruz Bay was just a few minutes drive, and access to the rest of the island was just as easy (assuming you have a Jeep.) Abby (the local manager and caretaker) ensured everything was in perfect shape for our visit, and after meeting us in Cruz Bay, escorted us to the cottage and made sure we were comfortable with everything there. The cottage has a very fast and powerful air conditioner, which we only had to turn on in the late afternoons when we returned. Otherwise, ocean breezes were very effective at keeping the cottage comfortable during the night and into the morning. The cottage has a small but efficient gas stove, gas grill, and regular refrigerator if you want to prepare meals there. WiFi and internet access was spotless, and while the cottage had a nice television, we can’t make any comment on the cable quality as we didn’t watch TV while we were there. Likewise, the hot tub looked clean and inviting, but we’re just not hot tub people. If you’re a couple planning a visiting St. John, Meritage Cottage should be first on your list to stay.
Se hospedó 7 noches en mayo de 2023
Opinión archivada

10/10 Excelente

William H.

I just got home & I want to go back :)

When I go on vacation, I want a hassle-free experience & this is what I found with the Chris, Sinbad, & the Meritage Cottage. When I spoke to Chris, I was put at ease that there was an experienced owner that would deal with any issues. Sinbad met us on St. John & gave us a quick tour of the surrounding area. When the water heater broke in the cottage, he quickly dealt with the situation & ensured that our stay was pleasant. As far as the cottage, it was exactly what we wanted. You had plenty of privacy, but were only 5 minutes from town. We never chanced street parking as I was happy to pay $4 per hour at a few of the lots for the peace of mind knowing that my car would not be booted. The view from the cottage was amazing & you are provided with many essentials (towels, soap, paper towels) that many other vacation rentals don't offer. The bedroom is air-conditioned & there are plenty of fans. As far as the island, it was even better than I had hoped. I'm an avid snorkeler & St. John's was a good & mostly better than anything I've seen in the Caribbean. I highly recommend the guides from http://www.tropicalsnorkeling.com/. They just give great in-depth reviews of the best spots. I saw plenty of healthy coral & a lot of interesting topography. Even on a Maho Beach, which is only rated 2 stars in the guide, I saw 5 rays, 5 turtles, a baby lemon shark & a big barracuda on my first swim out. If you like snorkeling, this is the island for you. In sum, it was a thoroughly enjoyable experience & I hope we can return next year.