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Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay

Villa near Trunk Bay in St. John

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 71400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Place, Rendezvous Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Cruz Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Boatman Point
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

Seaside stay .You'll find Virgin Islands National Park and Trunk Bay within 3 miles (5 km) of this St. John villa. Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Rendezvous Bay - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Great Cruz Bay - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Boatman Point - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Trunk Bay - 17 min drive - 4.1 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shambles - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬8 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.

Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay

This spacious unit will provide all of the essentials for your Caribbean get away. There are 2 Bedrooms w/ AC and King size beds, a fully equipped culinary kitchen & Dining Room. The spacious Living Room has a Queen sleeper sofa, wifi, tv and dedicated work space. Enjoy relaxing on your private patio w/ views of the beautiful Virgin Island waters and The National Park. All gear for the beach are included & an in-unit washer & dryer too!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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
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Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

586033

Frequently asked questions

How close is Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay to the airport?

This villa is 14.4 mi (62-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay to the beach?

This villa is 2.7 mi (15-min drive) from Trunk Bay and 6.5 mi (46-min drive) from Sapphire Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this villa.

How close is Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay to downtown St. John?

This villa is 0.3 mi away from Estate Glucksberg and Grunwald.

Villa Papaya: 2 King BR, Pool, AC, near Beach and Cruz Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

april m.

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

Perfect!!

Kims was the perfect host. The location was ideal and the house was clean and well equipped. We will definitely stay again if we vacation at St. John.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Wonderful property in paradise!

Stay here! Have told everyone looking to visit about the property. Kim and crew were wonderful in communication and the property is everything listed. The pool area is so gorgeous at sunset and the decks are amazing for sunrise! Will definitely stay here again the next time I’m on St John!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela G.

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

Great two weeks!

We loved our stay at Papaya!!! The place was exactly how the pictures showed and Kim was a fantastic host!!!! Would definitely recommend!!!!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P.

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

Great Getaway

We had an amazing time! Location is perfect with the best view. Kim was a great host and even left a little goody basket. Plenty of linens, cooking utensils and beach gear.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish A.

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

Great condo

Kim was an excellent host and so easy to deal with. Her condo was well supplied with your daily needs. Nice location easy to get around the island from there.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pandita G.

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

Great location!

We needed a place to stay for a short stay and came across Kim’s place. From the moment we booked to the day we arrived we were offered everything we could think of to make our trip easier while traveling with three kids. The attention to detail really made this an amazing experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Warren J.

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

Amazing Getaway

Kim is absolutely amazing! She gave lots of tips and recommendations! Do yourself a favor and just book with Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

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

Kim is Amazing!

Kim is an amazing hostess! She provided constant communication from the time we booked the property, until the day we left. She shared lists of activities, restaurants, car rental companies and contact names. We had everything planned before we even arrived on the island. The villa was perfectly located, making it easy to get around. We will definitely stay with Kim again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teri F.

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

Awesome stay

Kim was great! Her place was even better than the pics! Everything was well kept and in great working order. Our place was comfortable and homey. Close to everything we wanted to do. She had a ton of information and was willing to help with anything. We will definitely rent from her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Arunima R.

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

Pleasant stay with a great host

Kim is a wonderful host and is very easy to communicate with. She is available close to home, if needed as well. She was kind enough to get us a small Christmas tree for our stay during Christmas. The home has everything you might need for a beach outing - coolers, snorkel gears, chairs, tent, etc. Beds are comfortable and the bedroom a/c helps a tonne. The water pressure in the shower is a bit low but that could just be the way it is in the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Great home with an incredible view!

We really enjoyed our stay in Papaya! The huge balcony was definitely the most used space of the unit. You can tell Kim really cares about her property & recently added solar. She gave a ton of info for restaurants & tours that was very helpful for our first trip to the island. There is no AC in the kitchen/living room. We knew this but just wanted to point it out to others if they have a problem with it because it gets super hot cooking on the propane stove. The pool was freezing so unfortunately we didn’t use the beautiful courtyard as much as I thought we would. Lovely place & would definitely come back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

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

Paradise!

Papaya was the perfect place to call home for 9 nights! Our family absolutely loved our St John vacation, and our home was the perfect retreat there. Kim, the owner, is lovely! Everything was exactly how she said it would be. She was so kind to rent from. When we arrived, she met us at the house to show us around, gave us island ideas for things to do, made us a welcome basket and recommended a great little restaurant down the road for dinner (Shambles). Anything we needed, Kim was there to meet the need. She owns several villas and we had the pleasure of staying at Papaya. The villa was perfect for our family of 5! The kitchen was well stocked with every cooking, baking and pantry supply you could need. We enjoyed grilling and making most of our dinners together. The living room was really nice and great to relax in and play games after long days at the beach. The bedrooms were spacious and it was nice to have the ac in there. The dining room table was great to sit around and nice to see out of the large sliding doors. The view from the porch is beautiful! There was a cute little walk over to the pool deck area. We spent several nights in the pool after dinner and long days at the beach. It was so relaxing! Kim and Papaya deserve 10 stars out of 5! She went above and beyond to make our vacation a retreat, and her home, Papaya, was perfect and a place we’d absolutely visit again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023