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CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves

Apartment near Bolongo Bay in St. Thomas

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bathroomSleeps 2550 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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St Thomas, St Thomas
  • Place, Bolongo Bay
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Frenchman's Bay
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Sapphire Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. Thomas

Oceanside stay.At this St. Thomas apartment, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Bolongo Bay and 3 miles (5 km) of Bluebeards Beach. Limetree Beach and Frenchman's Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bolongo Bay - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Frenchman's Bay - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Sapphire Beach - 12 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Magens Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Coki Point Beach - 18 min drive - 6.5 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Street - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tap & Still - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Shorebird - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Paradise Point - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stir It Up - ‬6 min drive

About this property

CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves


Brand new renovations, kitchen tile, appliances and WHISPER QUIET split unit AC just completed. Perfect location RIGHT on the ocean and convenient to everything. Check out my 2 bedroom unit also. Book both my units to accommodate parties up to 10 guests

Welcome to our FANTASTIC oceanfront studio condo at Watergate Villas, Bolongo Bay, St. Thomas. When it comes to your vacation, as they say in real estate, it's location, location, location! As you can see from our pictures, this unit's prime location is literally a coconut's throw away from the water. Take a look at the fabulous view from our patio. You will hear the waves every minute of every day.

You will love the convenience of our fully appointed kitchen if you like to make some of your own meals. All cooking utensils, dishware, glassware and appliances all NEW as of Feb 2022. If you have stayed in vacation condos before you will be IMPRESSED by the level of quality and detail we go to in making the unit feel like home. This unit also has the modern split unit air conditioning as opposed to the noisy wall units in many other properties. You will LOVE the difference!

The island has countless restaurant options just a short drive away, but there are also 3 convenient oceanfront restaurants that are a short walk down the beach. Mim's Seaside Bistro is located on the property and is more of an upscale dining experience open just for dinner. IGGIE'S beach bar is just a 200 yard walk down the beach and every night they are sure to please with various live entertainment. You will also find The Lobster Grill, a little further down at Bolongo Beach Resort. I personally love going there for breakfast always a table oceanside. Also located at the resort are a PADI certified dive shop, water sports rentals, spa services and daily catamaran tours. Bolongo Bay has fantastic snorkeling right here without having to travel anywhere.

The condo in total is roughly 550 square feet and has a great layout with an open floor plan, plus a full bathroom with upgraded shower head and great water pressure. . . The main living area and kitchen open up to the patio and fabulous view of both the mountains and ocean. On a calm day you can actually see fish and sea turtles right from your patio. Sitting on the patio listening to the waves just never gets old. Since the patio faces east, it gets shade by late morning, so it is ideal temperature all afternoon long.

The choices for nightlife on the island are many, but if you prefer staying in to rest for your next day, we have cable TV And a Large Smart TV with WI-FI access to all your favorite streaming movies on Netflix..

Our front door is convenient in proximity to the parking area and the laundry room is just a few steps from our door as well.

Our unit is one of the most nicely appointed studios you will find in all of the Caribbean. We take great pride on having top a quality mattress and premium linens, ensuring a great NIGHT of rest, for the best vacation DAYS. We provide beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel equipment, beach toys, coolers, Bluetooth radio and much more. Most everything has been just newly replaced so it is all in great condition.

The condo's location on the island is ideal. You will be less than a 15 minute drive from both of the primary towns on the island. Charlotte Amalie offers up a generous amount of culture with its abundance of historical buildings, shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Whatever it is you are looking for, you are sure to find it in Charlotte Amalie.
The lively yachting hub of Red Hook is just a 10 minute drive east. This quaint little town will make you want visit the island again and again. You will find both locals and tourists enjoying everything from a great cocktail to a café latte. Red Hook is also the best place to take the ferry to St. John and the British Virgin Islands, which are just FABULOUS!

I have so much more to tell you and would love the chance to speak more in depth about the many places I haven't mentioned. Please feel free to call me anytime, I am here to help you the best I can.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed in the balcony ONLY.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 550 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed in the balcony ONLY.

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 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
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. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves to the airport?

This apartment is 5 mi (14-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves to the beach?

This apartment is 4.9 mi (16-min drive) from Sapphire Beach and 7.2 mi (11-min drive) from Magens Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves to downtown St. Thomas?

This apartment is 0.4 mi away from Estate Bolongo.

CHECK OUT THE VIEW! Fantastic Affordable Oceanfront Studio - Listen to the Waves Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I loved the view of the ocean. It was great to sit on the deck and just watch the ocean.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was fantastic. The owner was great excellent communication. St Thomas is beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia L.

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

Wonderful Condo

The condo was the perfect size for my husband and I. The ocean is right in front of the condo and a short walk to the beach and pool! Thank you - we had an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Raheem

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Million dollar view, just is very responsive & works with you. However, the property is extremely dated & needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
I would recommend!…AWESOME VIEW
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beckie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice! Great location. Right on the water. Great check-in. Manager very helpful.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience. Love the location and the quiet. Very charming. Mike was on it! Anything I needed he was there quickly.
Stayed 19 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We loved our stay! The Villa was clean, well equipped, comfortable and the balcony was so wonderful, right next to the water. Listening to the waves and looking at the beautiful view was so peaceful. Mike, the owner, was great to work with and very helpful. We hope to return some day soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronbo R.

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

Excellent week-long getaway

My wife and I enjoyed the condo that we stayed at. It had a great view of the bay, with plenty of cross-flow breeze, through the condo, with the doors & windows open. Who needs AC when you have this?! And mornings, out on the patio, brought some of the best views because of its an easterly orientation.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
We had an amazing stay in this beautiful property. Mike was a magnificent host and answered any questions we had and also provided much information on the island, from things to do, to places to eat and shop. We enjoyed our stay so much that we extended our stay 3 more nights at another property of his, which was equally as wonderful. If you want a little piece of heaven on the island, I highly suggest this place. Another highlight was Mim's was directly under this building and serves the best meals we found on the island.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing could not have ask for a better stey ...
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Wonderful oceanfront condo

My husband and I loved our stay at mikes condo. He had everything we needed to make it an enjoyable stay. The view from the lanai is wonderful. We loved having the iguanas greet us every morning and evening. We didn’t feed them, but they were definitely hoping we did. The beach amenities ( cooler, chairs and umbrella) made the stay even better. Mike provides a very detailed welcome package with awesome suggestions. Mike is a super host and we would definitely stay there again. Suggested to Mike to have add a drying rack and possibly room darkening curtain for the windows by the door, but otherwise that’s it. Perfect condo for your island adventures.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A must stay!!!Cute, clean, properly stocked place to stay. The BEST restaurant on the property (Mims). Another more causal restaurant within walking distance that has live music bands from 6 to 9. Did I say it sits on the water facing the bay? Everything you ever need is within a short driving distance. Red hook ferry is a few miles away. When you book this wait to hear from "Mike" he will let you know the best rental cars and best excursions to book. Mike helped us book Ocean Surfari -snorkeling. We booked Bad Kitty with Calypso. MUST DO's! Mike will send you a guide that makes your trip wonderful! Did I say this was the best place and best trip ever!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

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

Great visit!

Our host, Mike was terrific! He gave us lots of information ahead of our stay and we knew he was available if needed to address any concerns (& we never had any concerns). The place was modest, comfortable and clean with accurate photos and description in listing. The apartment colors/ decor fit nicely in the peaceful setting- the view from the deck - gorgeous! We loved our morning coffee & evenings under the stars. The bed was comfortable (we slept great) and the bathroom had a large tiled walk-in shower and fluffy big towels. The kitchen had all of our "essentials" and it was an easy walk to Mims Seafood Restaurant and Iggies (we had dinner at both). We snorkeled everyday at different beaches - often swimming with friendly turtles! (Nice beach accessories in large walk -in closet). We really enjoyed our stay. The only note I'd add is that for anyone who is older, or who has knee issues, the unit is on the lower level - a couple flights down stairs. Thanks, Mike!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brock P.

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

Wonderful place to stay.

This property is exactly what is indicated by the pictures. The location is great. Bolongo Bay is a quiet and relaxing place to spend the day. There are a couple restaurants near bye with bars. It is also very convenient to catch a cab either at the street (about a 10 min walk) or within the complex. Taxi Rides to Redhook or to Charolette Amalie from the complex are about 20 or 30 bucks for two. The room was very clean and has all the amenities as listed. The host (Mike) is very responsive and helpful as well. Over all our stay was a very positive experience and we would be quick to do it again.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadirah J.

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

Amazing!

This listing was everything it said it was. I will most certainly come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

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

Great property

We had a great time staying in our Villa! Perfectly located between Red Hook & Charlotte Amelie. The Owner Mike was very responsive and helped with any questions we had during our stay. Any issues we had that came up were quickly addressed even though he wasn't there with us. Beautiful views, great location! Couldn't ask for more!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan J.

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

5 star oceanfront stay

Beautiful condo and view! Loved having kitchen amenities to cook a meal or two, and walking distance to a nice restaurant. The condo was very clean and balcony was lovely to enjoy coffee and waterfront views. Host was very communicative and made things easy. His recommendations were great and we will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

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

Great place to stay

You can walk right to the beach and restaurants on site! Very NICE
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P.

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

AMAZING stay with an AMAZING view!

The condo is better than the listing could show! Pictures don’t do the view from the balcony any justice. Mike, the owner was the best. Contacted us within minutes of booking and made this trip amazing with his great advice from his own written guide. We had a group of 20 other friends staying in various parts of St Thomas, and they were ALL jealous of our condo, beach and view. We even paid less then them! They took copies of Mike’s guide to find the best beach locations. It was truly the best experience, and we will be back with the rest of the family in one of Mike’s bigger Condos on the same bay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

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

Wonderful vacation!

Our stay at Mike’s condo was amazing. The studio is up to date and spotless. Stocked with everything you may need for dishes to beach items. From the beginning to end of the vacation, Mike was available for any questions. Communication was extremely easy. This condo is directly on the beach so even at night you can fall asleep to the sound of the waves. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Arnold T.

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

Wonderful Stay

The pictures and description are 100% accurate. Beautiful view and the best thing about the property is Mike and all the accessories he leaves in the house. We went to St John's twice (loved it) with our car and could take everything from chairs, umbrella, cooler, scubing gear with us. That alone every day saves you a ton if money and hassle. Mike is a great guy and prepared a long brochure about everything you need to do about the islands. My only no positive comment is that I generally like thin pillows and a finer mattrese but it was absolutely fine and the unit is so incredibly furnished with everything . Note you have any type of internet tv access including netflicks and amazon but no cable tv . Overall highly recommened, perfect location and great value for the money..
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill M.

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

Nice Place, Great Location & Responsive Owner

Very nice clean condo unit with all needed appliances and beach amenities to have a fun stay in St. Thomas. The owner provided a nice packet on what to do and see in St. Thomas. The owner is extremely responsive and genuinely seemed interested in making sure we had a good time. The condo's Bolongo Bay location is centrally located within a 20 to 30 minute drive of most must see/do spots in St. Thomas. I would have given this a 4.5 stars if I could but felt I couldn't give a full 5 stars because the condo complex is in a bit of a state of flux due to construction on a couple of buildings and also on the beach-front in front of the pool. Also, a lot of the pool beach chairs by the pool were in bad shape. Overall, had a great time and would consider coming back after the construction is completed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Eranne K.

Beautiful Bolongo Bay Rental next to the water

This clean, updated, and conveniently located rental was perfect for our trip to St. Thomas! Mike and Michelle provided so many extras (snorkel gear, beach chairs, high quality sheets and towels just to name a few) that made the condo an even better value and our trip so much more enjoyable. They also provided great instructions and tips on what to do and where to go on St. Thomas. We loved listening to the ocean right outside our door and the views were incredible! I would highly recommend renting from Mike and Michelle and we would definitely stay here again in the future!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer J.

Amazing view and right on the ocean!

This newly renovated and decorated studio is the perfect setup for an amazing vacation! My boyfriend and I rented the apartment for my friend's wedding nearby at Iggie's and had no idea it would be so close and so easy to get to! It worked out perfect! This location is truly topnotch- great view, perfect ocean breeze, private, a few yards away from the pool, beach, and great restaurants!! Plus, the apartment had everything we could've needed in it from beach towels to snorkel equipment and even a blender for some tropical smoothies! Couldn't have been happier that we stayed here :)