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Gordon's Island Art Loft

Vacation home near Magens Bay Beach in St. Thomas

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A balcony with a view of the sea, a small island, and a town in the distance.
A round wooden table with four chairs, a colorful painting on the wall, and a green tray on the table.
A bedroom with a large bed, a window with a view of greenery, a painting on the wall, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, and three round windows.
A drawing easel with a blank canvas in a room with tiled flooring and a yellow vase.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Charlotte Amalie
  • Place, St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Virgin Islands
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Lindbergh Bay
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Charlotte Amalie

In St. Thomas .You'll find Mountain Top and St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Phantasea Tropical Botanical Garden and Cathedral of St. Peter and St. Paul are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mountain Top - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • University of Virgin Islands - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Lindbergh Bay - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • St. Thomas Synagogue - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoke Up Fusion BBQ - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Virgilio's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sib's on the Mountain - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Broken Plate - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Big Cock Bar - ‬3 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.

Gordon's Island Art Loft

Experience something different with the open-air home and work-space of artist Elbridge S. Gordon. This quaint studio loft is intended for those that can appreciate a unique living experience, from the high exposed ceiling beams, to its warm and cozy, yet industrial space. The loft also has a 20 foot open porch with tradewinds & views of Charlotte Amalie harbor. Although no central air, ceiling and standing fans are present. It's fully supplied with linens, towels, cook/dishware, refrigerator, stove/oven, coffee maker, microwave, tea kettle, toaster, blender, iron, hair dryer, and beach gear. Netflix, Blue Ray DVD Player, Roku and WiFi also available.
Most uniquely and importantly, the loft features original sketches, photographs, and oil paintings by Elbridge Gordon! Space is also equipped with an easel, art table, and supplies to create your own island-inspired masterpiece to take back home!

Come dream in colors never seen before, and dare to be creative!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on porch

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Property does not allow children
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 800 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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

Rules

Please do not touch or move any of the artwork.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed on porch

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gordon's Island Art Loft House Charlotte Amalie
Gordon's Island Art Loft Charlotte Amalie
Gordon's Art Loft St Thomas
Gordon's Island Art Loft Private vacation home
Gordon's Island Art Loft Private vacation home St. Thomas
Gordon's Island Art Loft St. Thomas
House
Gordon's Island Art Loft
Gordon's Island Art Loft Charlotte Amalie
Gordon's Island Art Loft Private vacation home
Gordon's Island Art Loft Private vacation home Charlotte Amalie

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gordon's Island Art Loft to the airport?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi (4-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Gordon's Island Art Loft have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Gordon's Island Art Loft to the beach?

This vacation home is 10.4 mi (24-min drive) from Sapphire Beach and 5.6 mi (15-min drive) from Magens Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gordon's Island Art Loft offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gordon's Island Art Loft?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Gordon's Island Art Loft?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gordon's Island Art Loft?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Gordon's Island Art Loft have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Gordon's Island Art Loft have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Gordon's Island Art Loft to downtown St. Thomas?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Estate Lilliendal and Marienhoj.

Gordon's Island Art Loft Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as the picture described. Very nice and clean .Host was very nice and helpful. Roads are pretty bad so I would recommend a suv.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views, host provided beach towels, sunscreen, cooler and chairs as well as basic cooking needs. Left art supplies for complementary use. Make sure you get a high clearance car for your stay on the island. Also, it’s hard to get a taxi down from the VRBO so either make sure you have a car or schedule a ride prior to going up. Host was super friendly and communicative.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place.

The location is a bit rough to get to with the roads, but overall, the place is beautiful with a gorgeous view.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Most spacious 1 bedroom accommodation ever. Not only was it fully stocked with dishes, pots etc but also spices and condiments for cooking. The deck overlooking town was great and very private given the distance to other properties. Whenever the power went out the owner fired up the generator. With the location up the mountain the breeze was fine for cooling and there are ceiling fans and floor fans. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We will do it again
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

Loved the loft!! So quiet & amazing views from the porch & from the bed. Will return again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Amazing

Very special stay here. My husband and I had a very special stay here. The view is incredible and the art as beautiful and profoundly touching.Also close distance to town. Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Beautiful loft , the views were amazing. Shennell was a great host and helped with any questions I had. Definitely would recommend the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The pics dont do it justice!

The space was so comfortable and relaxing, the views were incredible. Excellent experience and we didnt even use all of the available amenities! I'm going to favorite this place for the next time i'm on island
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven

Absolutely breathtaking. Thank you for letting me enjoy your beautiful home. Hope to do this every year!!! Donald Lake Wateree, SC
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

the best birthday ever

i really couldn't have asked for a better place to stay to help celebrate my birthday this year. the view and the property and the loft were spectacular. i was to enjoy the fresh air listen to music read and relax! I cannot wait to come back, because i will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing tree house experience

Just absolutely an amazing place overall. It was absolutely beautiful. I felt so comfortable and was in awe of the views everyday. It’s a hike driving up the mountain but so worth it. They have done such an amazing job. I highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice stay at the studio

Really enjoyed our stay at the studio! Pros: Very private and nice studio appartment. Very well equipped kitchen. Stunning views from balcony. Enjoyed watching movies in the main room. Cons: Steep and windings road to access property. Consider using mosquito repellent products before going to bed at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hooked

Incredible surprise as I walked in to the Art Loft. Surpassed my expectations and the marketing pictures and descriptions. Not always the case. A very spiritual and nurturing experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is so unique and the story of her father's life as well as his actual artwork is amazing. The view is really hard to beat and the massive doors to the patio and windows to the bedroom really take advantage of it. My wife really enjoyed the art supplies and the inspiration of being surrounded by art.Sliding open the giant doors every morning to be fully immersed in that view was the best part of the vacation. I could see spending much longer here and not needing to leave the house to do other activities. Just reading, painting and playing cards in the open air, looking out at the islands.Not having air conditioning is doable for us, but might be non-negotiable for others. Due to no AC, you have to sleep with the windows open, which leads to some excessive noise. The noise from the surrounding area is mostly roosters, dogs, and some peeping frog (I believe) that sounded like it was 1 foot from the window and peeped every 5 seconds for roughly 8 hours a night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cozy and cool

This place didn't fall short to what I expected a artsy loft to look like, going by their pictures. The loft was cozy and comfortable. I felt like I was at home the entire time. There was a nice touch of art throughout the home. Being able to make breakfast in the morning was easy once we got the ingredients. The Gordon's even had seasoning and oil on site. Waking up to a magnificent view was incredible. Nice breeze throughout the home. I would definitely recommend to my friends and colleagues to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome retreat with a great view

The property is great. Perfect for two people. Awesome view. I did not realize there was no air conditioning, but there are plenty of fans so it didn't bother us. The driveway to get to the place is a bit crazy. Extremely rough. Must have 4 wheel drive. It would be nice if every one that uses the drive would pitch in and fix it. It's really bad.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will definitely stay here again.....

Our stay at Gordon's Island Art Loft was nothing short of fantastic. The breathtaking view from the deck was a constant highlight. The loft provided everything we could have asked for during our week-long visit. We particularly appreciated the open-air design, which, combined with a refreshing breeze and ample ceiling fans, kept the space comfortable despite consistent 85F temperatures. As an artist, my wife was thrilled with the generous supply of art materials. The well-equipped full kitchen allowed us to easily prepare all our meals. Its central location made navigating the island a breeze. We do recommend a vehicle with higher clearance, like a Jeep, as some side roads still bear the impact of recent storms. Without a doubt, Gordon's Island Art Loft deserves an A rating. We eagerly anticipate our next trip to St. Thomas and another stay at this wonderful loft.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Airy art loft with crazy view of Charlotte Amalie & harbor.

This art loft was one of the better experiences I had on the island while staying recently. It was comfy and airy. Some traveler tips on staying here would be rent a solid AWD or 4x4 vehicle to get here. The road is super bad the last leg of the journey but I promise the view is worth the hike. Also start making ice the moment you get checked in, or grab a bag on the way up. Remember to close the doors and windows at night as well. Pictures of this property don't quite do it justice. The architecture of the building is beautiful and there is impressionist style painting on every wall. You will want to stay in more days that you thought here. Wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect.

Week long girls trip to experience the Virgin Islands. From the Art Loft, we were able to easily access the entire island - nothing was more than 20-30 minutes driving. The Art Loft is impressively well-equipped with kitchen and pantry ammenities, beach chairs and towels, and of course, art supplies! We enjoyed watching the sun rise and set from the large porch and spent most of our days adventuring. Shenell provided copious instructions and materials to make our stay more enjoyable, including suggestions on excursions, favorite beaches, and reataurants. She was quick to respond with any specific questions we had through the app as well. We especially enjoyed all of her dad's beautiful art and photography that she's expertly decorated with. I will definitely look forward to staying in the Art Loft on my next St. Thomas trip! Thanks, Shenell!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible, charasmatic property to introduce us to the Islands!

This was our first time visiting the USVI and Gordon's Art Loft was the first place we stayed. It is breathtaking as soon as you walk in--lovely touches, an incredible view, and so much character! The art was a tone-setting addition, and my husband delighted in drawing a little masterpiece with the provided art supplies that we took home with us. We spent sweet nights drinking beer on the balcony and listening to the coki frogs. The kitchen is well equipped and we cooked a bit; the house has lots of courtesy items like aloe vera and lotion that you may find you need. Shenell communicated great with us and the directions she gave were excellent. Overall we were immediately at home, and smitten. Sibs was a great rec! And you're close to town. About the driving: Of the 3 places we stayed on the Virgin Islands, this was the toughest drive. But that isn't to say it's all that hard! You just have to be practical, go slow, stay left, and in a few spots, back up if there's not room for two cars. It's dirt, but it wasn't particularly rutty when we visited in Jan. 2023. If you know how to drive a stick, or can drive camping, or in snow, you're probably going to be fine. If you're a nervous driver, this will probably make you nervous. Know thyself! Protip for those who stay: Park in the first available parking spot. This gives you ample room to turn around when leaving the property. DO NOT attempt to use the nearby driveways as a turnaround point. This is much more difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Disaster

When we arrived the street was so small to get up their and the road was so damaged if you have car you would have to drive literally 5 to not damage your car and the steps going down into the life had weeds everywhere and dirty and when we got in the rental she had no central air or air conditioner period and it was 95 degrees it was hotter in the rental than outside she had fan everywhere but the didn’t make a difference we tried turning on the fan in the ceiling they didn’t turn on and plus it was two lizards under the picture in the bedroom oh also in the bathroom she has a note on top of the toilet asking you to not flush all the tissue down the toilet due to low water so basically after wiping sometimes put it in th trashcan 😒 and when we told her about the problems we ran into and how we couldn’t stay in a hot rental due to my boyfriend having asthma she responded TWO DAYS LATER and basically said we’re complaining and that we couldn’t get a refund because it took time to prepare for the rental like that’s not what she suppose to do as a host if she were more detailed in her listing i would have understood but no air in 95 degree weather plus lizards in the bedroom nope couldn’t do it and i tried to be as polite as possible but when she said i was complaining it took me to the top
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Such an amazing spot to stay! Even better than the pictures!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Paradise on the mountain

Our experience at Gordon’s loft was exceptional!! This location was remote, but still centralized where everything was a quick 10-15 minute ride away. The loft has a view where you can’t pay for anywhere on the island. No matter where me and my husband went..the view here was better than all the rest. Even the view from the bedroom was priceless. It was quiet, clean and had all the essentials you need while away from home. Very guest friendly. Signage all around to get you to the location and loved the appeal and charm with the lights when arriving…and parking had ample room to maneuver..especially with the island roads. Yes the road to the loft was bumpy but that’s Island life. The art was an added bonus! Enjoyed looking at the art from previous guests and it encouraged me to paint! It was spectacular. Shenell was a phenomenal host. Great communication and great attention to details. There are binders with things to do, notes posted so you know how to use certain items in the loft, and cleaning supplies. We will definitely return! Working in Hotels for 20 years… Shenell knows how to take care of you.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wow

Amazing apartment with breathtaking views of Charlotte Amelie. The apartment was a dream, high ceilings and great facilities. This had everything you would want for a stay in paradise. I am referring this to all friends and if you happen to come across this listing, I suggest you book immediately. Thank you Shenell.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021