THE MAGIC PLACE @ Estate Rust Op Twist- Waterfront

Stunning Estate home with fully equipped Guest house! Spacious and perfect for hosting a vacation with your extended family or best friends. Plenty of room! Events also welcomed for additional fee. MUST DISCLOSE

One of St. Croix’s most treasured locations on the National Heritage trail… On a gentle rising facing the bright Caribbean Sea, we welcome you to Estate Rust op Twist... Signifying; Rest after work. The awareness of the formidable trinity of land, sea and air -permeate. As you will be standing on- “The Magic Place”. Quoted by Dr. Maurice Ewing, one of the greatest oceanographers of our time... August 1970.

GREAT HOUSE-
Step inside this Unique courtyard home with beach house vibes and say Ahhh! Tastefully renovated with modern day comforts in mind. The home melds classic West Indian and Dutch architecture into comfortable modern design. Defined by a serene open-plan living space with beautiful old Turkish quarried white honed brushed marble stone floors contrasted by natural wood mahogany colored tall ceilings. The minimalist house has Air conditioning and furnished with comfortable beds and lounging sofas. Oiled-wood antique rocking chairs and tables throughout- Local art adorn the walls as well as collections from travels abroad. This home is tailormade for rest and relaxation, to comfort and soothe. Four large guest suites, two suites have two queen sized beds in each room and a plethora of space! Accommodates 7 to 12 guests maximum (includes children.) This beautiful rustic home boasts fantastic panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and historical ruins throughout the entire 40 acre property, including its own sugar mill. Truly a site for you to discover it’s mystical magic and serendipitous splendours.

Perfect house and property for lounging around and finding quiet solitude for ones self.
Spread out from it’s center courtyard to the West wing of the house lyes a fully equipped artisan kitchen built by master wood worker/ carver Afreekan from St. Thomas USVI. Brand new GE Profile appliances, dishwasher, large refrigerator and six burner Thor stove with double ovens. Beautiful expanded solid surface island and surrounding counter tops perfect for cooking up a storm and hosting magnificent parties and events. GE Profile washer and Dryer in laundry room with extra refrigerator just beside the kitchen.
Walk through to the comfortable great room which is wide open to the spacious screened in balcony overlooking the best postcard view Caribbean sunsets and sea views. Historic horse stable ruins adorn the boundaries of the West wing.

Enjoy the waterfront covered breezeway just steps from your master suite. This balcony facing the ocean and centered to the courtyard is perfect for outdoor dining and morning coffee. Offers a nice large table and rocking chairs, a large gas grill with attached one pot burner for cooking side dishes or breaking out the Lobster pot! This is one of everyone’s favorite spots on the property.

Grandiose Master suite with comfortable King sized bed and newly installed air conditioning. This spacious suite offers a nice lounging area with a 2021 54 inch Samsung smart TV and a couch that folds down to make a queen sized bed if extra sleeping area is needed. Panoramic views of the ocean and Sugarmill complete with another sitting area with beautiful antique round table and rocking chairs. Master bathroom has a beautiful solid surface bathtub and separate shower with ocean views. A really nice retreat from the rest of the home.
Another bedroom down the hallway from the master suite with queen size bed, TV and newly installed A/C. This bedroom has access to courtyard and balcony, as well as ocean and courtyard views. As aforementioned, two other large bedrooms have two queen beds in each bedroom and newly installed air conditioning. Plenty of closet space for everyone to store their things.
This house is fresh, white and bright, airy and beach vibes for sure! Panoramic glass windows and doors bring the magical outside in and it’s so relaxing with hammocks throughout. Bring your family and or your friends. Plenty of space to make it all happen.

GUEST HOUSE-
Fully equipped and furnished 2 bedroom 1 bath guest house. Large outdoor screened balcony with grill, perfect for dining Alfresco! Large Master bedroom features King sized bed and decent sized closet with shelves. Nightstand and dresser to accommodate all of your belongings. The second bedroom is smaller with Queen sized bed. The living room has a very comfortable queen sized Pottery Barn sleeper sofa, a Smart TV, Internet and wifi. This guest house is tastefully decorated with local Cruzian artists pieces. We’ve been highly complimented on the quality of the decor and furnishings on both the Great house and guest house. We know that you and your guests will enjoy it as much as we have.

“ The magic place” Awaits your arrival to explore historical ruins over 350 years old. Enjoy walks to the sugar mill and swims on the beach about a five minute walk from your front door unless you find a secret path to the beach right out front fit for skilled divers and expert swimmers. Dive the pipeline full of history and treasures... this body of water is one of very few in the world with the deepest ocean floors in proximity to land. It housed a very intelligent Aqua culture marine station studying aquaculture, marine life, and more. Rust op Twist was named the number one spot in the world for Ocean Thermal energy. Top Marine experts from Columbia University, New York, NY and the University of Texas at Austin, TX to name a few spent many years studying these Ocean floors. My grandmother was a scientist, marine biologist and flew supplies and food drops during the war. Her vision, brilliance and presence can be felt from the sugar mill.

Bird watching is a must, housing a bird sanctuary on the estate. There is just life and magic everywhere you go on this property, watching hundreds of Caterpillars morph into majestic butterflies is just another daily thing. Yoga at the sugar mill is bliss and one of two of the best spots on the island to catch both the sunrise and sunset as featured on the bachelor.

If you love turtles you may just be lucky enough to swim with them or see an occasional whale during season. This hauntingly beautiful estate sits on the National Heritage Trail. Find time to journal, for peace, serenity, and go inwards. Inspiration is everywhere.

Turn back time and explore the history. Rust op Twist takes you through time. Ruins include a sugar mill, water mill, animal mill, steam engine, hospital and more.

A divers paradise awaits. Dive or snorkel the pipeline at our private beach or famous Cane bay just a mile and a half away hosts divers from all over the world. A few great restaurants near by known for local flavor and or amazing drinks on the water!

Events considered for an additional fee. For more info. please inquire within.

We invite you to come out to the North Shore to explore and experience the magic at the Estate of Rust op Twist!