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Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Trunk Bay
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪55 min drive‬

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About the area

St. John

In St. John .You'll find Virgin Islands National Park and Hart Bay within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Great Cruz Bay and Rendezvous Bay are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Caneel Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Trunk Bay - 14 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Cyril E. King Airport (STT) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Roti King Foodtruck - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬9 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.

Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway

Banana Tree Villa (Lower Unit)
As seen on HGTV’s Caribbean Life (S20·E10)

2 BR · 1 BA · 10 min to Cruz Bay · Full A/C · 100% Solar-Powered Electricity

What You’ll Love
Solar-Powered Electricity keeps lights, A/C, fans and outlets humming—eco-friendly comfort!
Separate hot-water heater, so long, chilly showers.
Open-plan living/kitchen with island seating, smart TV, and high-speed Wi-Fi.
Private deck with breezes & sunrise views.
On-site parking with your own entrance.
Coming Soon: Washer + Dryer installation in the lower unit (ETA summer 2025).

Perfect for
Couples or small families seeking a quiet Caribbean retreat
Digital nomads and remote-workers (strong Wi-Fi + A/C)
HGTV fans wanting to sleep where the magic happened
Location & Drive Times
(All times approximate under normal conditions)

Centrally located on Gifft Hill—just minutes from Cruz Bay, Windmill Bar, Wharfside Village and the National Park trails
Cruz Bay: 2 mi – 10 min
Windmill Bar: 2 mi – 5 min
Wharfside Village: 2 mi – 10 min
Mongoose Junction: 3 mi – 10–15 min
National Park trails & beaches (Cinnamon Bay): 4 mi – 15 min
Important Note on Access
The final half-mile is unpaved with some uneven stretches. It’s not impassable—most 2WD cars manage fine—but you may want to drive slowly, especially in rain.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car available
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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

Rules

Guests must sign rental agreement. No pets. No smoking. No parties. $1000 fine for smoking
Primary renter must be at least 25. Maximum guests is 10. No one under 25 may drive the Jeep.
Damage insurance required. All guests are encouraged to by the CFAR travel insurance at checkout.

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: Service Animals allowed on a case by case basis.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

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