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Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub!

Cottage near Virgin Islands National Park in St. John

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Outdoor spa tub

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Coral Bay, St John
  • Place, Emmaus Moravian Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪82 min drive‬

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About the area

St. John

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Seagrape Hill cottage, you'll find Virgin Islands National Park and Emmaus Moravian Church. Hurricane Hole and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Emmaus Moravian Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ajax Peak - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Hurricane Hole - 4 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument - 5 min drive - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sebastian’s Seaside Grill
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬11 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.

Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub!

Managed by SeaToPeakSTJ

Tucked high on Sea Grape Hill, Bon Bini Cottage is a peaceful retreat overlooking beautiful Coral Bay, St. John. The cottage boasts picturesque views, convenience to the town of Coral Bay and nearby beaches, and all of the amenities of home.

*** KEY FEAUTRES ***
-One bedroom, one and a half bathroom home with no shared spaces whatsoever (complete privacy for you & your guest!)
-Air conditioning throughout
-Solar power with battery back-up
-Clothes washer/dryer
-Full-sized kitchen with new appliances
-StarLink Internet
-Hot tub
-Inflatable stand-up paddleboards, floats, beach chairs, beach coolers with ice packs, & beach towels all provided

Bon Bini features a well-equipped kitchen, suitable for making meals during a relaxing evening in. The living area offers a cozy couch with views, air conditioning, an indoor dining table, and a private and spacious attached half bath. The kitchen, living room area, and half bathroom make up one building of Bon Bini Cottage.

The second building of the cottage is home to the private & quaint bedroom with attached full bathroom. Complete with a queen sized bed, it is outfitted with air conditioning to keep you cool after a day in the St. John sun. The attached bathroom offers an indoor shower, clothes washer/dryer and large vanity.

At Bon Bini Cottage, the private deck is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning as the sun rises or listen to the enchanting sounds of tree frogs at night. Relaxing in the hot tub for two under the stars is a wonderful way to end the day. The outdoor shower showcases the view of Coral Bay while still being completely private. Lounging chairs to soak up the sun and an outdoor grill complete the space.

The cottage is also stocked with lots of beach gear, including: two beach chairs, four beach towels, a small cooler with ice packs, floats, and two inflatable stand-up paddleboards!

The property where Bon Bini Cottage is located is often visited by sheep, goats, donkeys, chickens, and tortoises. There is also lots of lizards/geckos and birds (thrashers, bananaquits, & hummingbirds) around at all times. Finally, it is important that we note to guests that a cat named Sebastian visits the cottage frequently and enjoys being pet. Sebastian has a comfortable home with plenty of food and water (he is not a stray cat!), but enjoys making his rounds at all the houses on the hillside. If you do not enjoy the company of roaming cats (or possibly other wildlife), Bon Bini Cottage may not be well-suited for your time on St. John.

The location of the cottage is the perfect mix of tranquility and convenience. A quick drive down the mountain leads you to the town of Coral Bay. Various restaurants (many with with live music), a grocery store, mini mart, and shops are all located within a five or ten minute drive. The beaches of the North Shore (including the notable Maho Bay and more secluded Francis Bay) are less than 15 minutes away. Visitors looking to enjoy the locals crowd on the beaches can venture to the East End of St. John or Salt Pond and Lameshur Bays in 20 minutes.

Please note that we have one NEST camera in the driveway/parking area. This camera records movement, but not sound.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: non smoking only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

A rental vehicle (preferably a Jeep Wrangler or Ford Bronco) is required to stay at Bon Bini Cottage
No check-ins or departures allowed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, The Day after Christmas, New Years Day, or Easter Day.
There is a 7 to 10 minimum night stay for holiday weeks. Please inquire before sending a reservation request.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! to the airport?

This cottage is 20.3 mi (95-min drive) away from the St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! to the beach?

This cottage is 7.8 mi (26-min drive) from Trunk Bay and 13.4 mi (64-min drive) from Sapphire Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! ?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! ?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! to downtown St. John?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Estate Emmaus.

Bon Bini Cottage - Full AC, Solar Power w/ Battery Back-Up, & Hot Tub! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 98 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and tidy, with thoughtful extra equipment, a comfortable bed, easy hot tub, and a gorgeous view into and across Coral Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage with breaktaking views from the deck. It was like staying in a magical tree house - with everything we could ask for. Clean with all the necessities. Would def stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kevin k.

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

Wonderful Stay

We had an amazing stay. Location was excellent on the quieter side of the island and views from the deck are fantastic. Host was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

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

Bon Bini Cottage is terrific!

I loved everything about Bon Bini cottage!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron B.

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

Great stay at Bon Bini

We had a great stay at Bon Bini. Bed was comfortable, AC kept us cool, plenty of cooking stuff in the kitchen, and the hot tub was great for evening star watching. We’d happily book here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Island trip

Beautiful location overlooking Coral Bay. Private, quiet, romantic. Rent a jeep:)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin T.

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

A gem of a spot!

We had an amazing stay. The view from the porch can not be beat. Great location! We will be back :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our very first trip to St John and we are so happy we stayed in Coral Bay at Bon Bini cottage. The view was absolutely gorgeous. The cottage was very clean. Very convenient location to multiple restaurants, which Skinny Legs was our favorite. We were so thankful that Emily had so many beach necessities- dry bags, beach bag, paddle boards, beach floats, and coolers with ice packs. Most importantly, Emily was so fantastic to work with. The day before the trip, our flight got canceled. I texted Emily and told her about cancellation and asked if we could extend a day and how much it would be. Instead of charging us for another day, she just adjusted our dates. So grateful for her kindness as I know she could have easily charged us for another day. Between loving the cottage and how great it was to have Emily as the property manager, we will definitely be back to Bon Bini!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rick K.

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

Bon Bini

The view is why we booked and we were not disappointed. Cottage was clean, everything worked, the hot tub was a nice way to relax in the evenings and the beach chairs came in handy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mitch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic views. Great location. Loved having breakfast on the deck, watching the bay come to life.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

gina B.

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

beautiful, and

The view is stunning. and I really loved the daily hot tub experience. and, we would have appreciated more privacy. you can hear and sometimes see the neighbors.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ronald v.

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

Cheeseburger in Paradise

Great location with beautiful view of Coral Bay. Close access to all the great beaches on East side as well as restaurants. Loved the hot tub and outdoor shower. Not a fan of the roosters who love to crow at odd times thru the night.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

baichuan l.

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

Lovely cottage

What a lovely cottage! Book it if you see it’s available
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

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

Paradise on Coral Bay!

Bon Bini is so worth the climb. We loved the privacy and beautiful view overlooking Coral Bay from our deck. Having the two cabins, outdoor shower and hot tub made our stay a fun little adventure. We look forward to a future stay Bon Bini.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

clare d.

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

Wonderful getaway

We had so much fun exploring the beaches and historical sites of St. John. We appreciated the peaceful and scenic views overlooking coral bay. We would love to visit again! Emily was a fantastic communicator and has great taste!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Lovely stay at Bon Bini

We had an amazing time at Bon Bini cottage! The views, hot tub, and outdoor shower were wonderful. The cottage was well stocked with beach gear, we particularly enjoyed the paddle boards. Do yourself a favor and stay here!! We couldn’t recommend it more!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri J.

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

Paradise

Property was exactly as shown. What a perfect Caribbean escape location. Definitely need a jeep to manage the road to Bon Bini. Excellent hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor H.

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

Amazing Stay! Thank you

Our stay at Bon Bini was absolutely Top Notch. We have always loved staying on the Coral Bay side of the island and generally have traveled with a larger group and stayed at a friends property. We took the chance on a new spot for just the two of us and everything was perfect. Property manager Emily did a phenomenal job and everything was as described. Highly recommend this property for a couple looking to relax on the best island in the world!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis P.

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

Unforgettable Stay

This is a unique property with a great manager. Everything exceeded our expectations. Manger was super responsive and beyond helpful. Very clean and well maintained property. Would stay here again without question.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh D.

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

Anniversary Trip to the National Park

We wanted a place to stay for our two week trip to St. John for our anniversary. Bon Bini was perfect. The cabin and the view is just as amazing as the photos and description describe. It is perfect for two people and offers a great place to come home and relax together after a day of hiking, snorkeling, or enjoying the beach. Coral Bay is quieter and far less crowded than Cruz Bay, but still has some amazing restaurants and bars just a few minute drive from the cabin. The host was very easy to reach, and available if we needed anything.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne B.

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

Hard to beat view.

Bin Boni is very small but a beautiful clean well cared for place high on the hillside overlooking Coral Bay. We enjoyed the view from the deck watching the action in the harbor. The goats, chickens and birds were entertaining below our deck as well. Love the outdoor shower and the beautiful landscape around the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy P.

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

Perfect!!

Bon Bini was everything and more! Pics don't do the view justice. We absolutely loved the location! Once you get the hang of the switch backs to get to cottage you are good to go. We loved our stay and Emily was sooo helpful. She made everything so easy. Hope to be able to come back and stay again one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

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

Divine, rain or shine

Cute, charming cottage…exactly as advertised and even better than the pictures. Great views of Coral Bay from the hot tub, the lounge chairs, or the covered bar stools. We happened to catch some really rainy days but Bon Bini was a very relaxing place to wait out the rain. Bedding was comfortable and bath towels were very soft. Having a washer/dryer on-site was a nice bonus. Emily is a great host and her advice made what could have been a challenging/confusing arrival, very easy. Would definitely recommend staying here or one of her other properties on the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful view of Coral Bay. Walk down the hill to Skinny Legs or Rhumb Lines or drive to the nearby grocery stores. In between our two favorite beaches, Maho and Salt Pond. Cottage had everything you need to make meals. Note that the bathroom is in a separate building than the bedroom- you may want to bring a robe for getting up to go to the bathroom in the night. Host provided excellent instructions, including a video of how to get to the cottage. Thanks for an amazing stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay F.

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

A beautiful island getaway

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Bon Bini cottage. The view is gorgeous. We loved sitting on the deck and looking at everything around us. I loved seeing and hearing the different animals and birds around the property and beyond. Emily was so helpful and thorough, it made things go very smoothly. Check in was a breeze and everything was as expected/described. I really enjoyed the outdoor shower. I wish all showers could be accompanied by that view and beautiful weather. Thank you for making our St. John stay a fantastic one! Forever grateful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023