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Colorful Caribbean Cottage • King Bed, Pool, Lush Garden Views

Cottage near Virgin Islands National Park in St. John

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 341 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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st. john
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Trunk Bay
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪73 min drive‬

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About the area

St. John

In St. John .Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Virgin Islands National Park and Emmaus Moravian Church. Hurricane Hole and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Johnson Bay - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Maho Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 18 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Trunk Bay - 27 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Admiral’s Bar
  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Johnny Lime - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Shambles - ‬20 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.

Colorful Caribbean Cottage • King Bed, Pool, Lush Garden Views

Welcome to your private escape in the Garden of Eden Cottage Collection, the "Caribbean" cottage—an oceanview hideaway built for romance, relaxation, and barefoot luxury. Nestled in lush tropical gardens in Coral Bay, this custom 1-bedroom cottage offers peace, privacy, and the charm of St. John with modern amenities and a touch of island magic.

Highlights:
Valley View Deck – Start your day with sunrise over Coral Bay Harbor, end it with a cocktail under the stars.
Shared Dual Infinity Pools – Take a refreshing dip in our tropical garden plunge pools with cascading waterfalls.
King Bedroom with AC – Sleep cool and comfortable after a day in the sun.
Fully Equipped Kitchenette – Solar-powered with everything you need to prep a beachside lunch or simple dinner.
Private, Yet Close to It All – Walk to iconic Skinny Legs in 5 minutes; drive 10 minutes to Maho Bay for turtle snorkeling.

🛎 Included Perks:
On-Site Concierge – Friendly support during your stay, from Jeep rentals to restaurant and excursion ideas.
Pre-Arrival Trip Planning – Get insider tips and curated recommendations before you arrive.
Romantic Touches – Custom-built furnishings, ambient lighting, cooling breezes, and moonrise views set the scene.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • 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 (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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Solar energy
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 440 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Take out the trash
Please take all trash and recycling with you and dump in the bins, more info in the QR code
Please leave door unlocked and key on the kitchen counter
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please try to keep the beach sand outside of the cottage
Please conserve water when possible.
Guest must be a 4-star guest or a new guest in VRBO. Reservation will be cancelled for 1, 2 or 3 star guests.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Note from host: small dogs are allowed with prior consent.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Nothing is childproofed, no pool gates.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
If multiple cottages are booked

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: If multiple cottages are booked
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4. Note from host: If multiple cottages are booked This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. 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.

Property is also known as

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Colorful Caribbean Cottage • King Bed, Pool, Lush Garden Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Coral Bay Cottage

This was a great property on the quiet side of the island, and it is close to all the best beaches. It is very clean and has everything you need to make your stay comfortable. Hannah and Lorraine know everything there is to know about St. John and are so incredibly helpful and responsive! The guide they emailed before the trip helped me plan which beaches and restaurants I wanted to visit, but I also got input from Lorraine once I got to the island. I will say that if you want to be close to restaurants, this may not be the place for you, but we didn’t mind driving the 25 minutes to Cruz Bay for dinner. I also want to mention that the driveway is very steep. They have steps to climb up, but it isn’t for anyone that has any mobility problems. Overall this is a great cottage looking over Coral Bay, and I would love to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful

My daughter and I had a great time exploring St. John and we definitely were glad to stay on the quieter side of the island. “Garden of Eden” was a great location for us, we could easily walk to Skinny Legs for dinner and a little further walk were other restaurants and coffee place. Also, the nearby market, the Dolphin was very well stocked. The cottage was super cute and very efficient and we felt very spoiled with the AC. Pool was great place to relax after snorkeling or hiking (recommend Reef Bay Trail and Rams Head). Any questions were answered quickly by Lorraine. Thank you Lorraine and Hannah for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandi K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

The cottage was very centrally located to all that we like to do. The space was perfect for the two of us. Lorraine was easy to reach and willingly with help and suggestions. Will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Coral Bay

We wanted to stay out in Coral Bay, out of the bustle of Cruz Bay. The Garden of Eden property was perfect. It gave us a place to launch into snorkeling at Haulover by ourselves or a day at Waterlemon. We were contacted by the property managers early and while during our 6 night stay Lorraine stayed in contact. The place was so clean. You need a 4 wheel drive car to get there. Skinny Legs is 5 minutes away. We did do the “major” beaches of Maho, Cinnamon and Trunk but on our schedule. Being in Coral, made Salt Pobd for snorkeling snd hiking Rams Head which is incredible very doable. The property provided great Bach chairs, snorkeling masks and snorkels ( we never wanted fins) and a cooler. We used these each day and they were in great shape. They provided beach towels, and pool towels which were in pristine shape. We enjoyed the pool, and the daily visits of the goats, donkeys, and deer. We did eat breakfast in each day, and made dinner one night. The kitchen while small was well equipped. We used the water containers they provided each day. It’s a great property for an adventurous couple who enjoys the road less travelled.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

We absolutely loved our stay at the garden of Eden cottage. The property is absolutely stunning and the location was perfect for us and exploring the coral bay side of the island. The cottage was bigger than I was expecting and had absolutely everything we needed for our time on St. John including beach chairs and a cooler. The balcony and pool were great way to start and end our days and made for a romantic and quiet vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave I.

Liked: Cleanliness

“Island Time” safely relax & chill out

This was our 3rd vaca to st John in past 20 years. At retirement age, the quiet side, Coral bay suites us best. The cottage was great, clean safe, fully AC’d w/ TV’s & internet that worked, all just as stated in description. Host friendly, helpful & Available with beautiful 2 level Infinity pool we had to ourselves, loved the flowers, grounds & hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

William M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic Getaway

This dreamy abode had all you could need. Stunning pool with gorgeous, lush, green landscape, cute neighborhood animals all around to greet, along with amazing views of the island. Lorraine was beyond hospitable and helpful and we enjoyed talking with her!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Cottage off The Beaten Path

We stayed here in December for 6 nights with our pup Lucy. The property owner, Lorraine, made us feel right at home with a greeting at the driveway when we pulled up. She is a kind, genuine person who takes great pride in her beautiful, lush gardens that she has painstakingly planted and maintained over the years. Her caretaker, Bobby is also very kind and has the patience of a saint. We had a little “oops” with the driveway gate and Bobby took care of it without complaint and without making us feel badly about it. The plunge pool is so clean and refreshing after a hot day on the beach. We really enjoyed lounging here for a few hours a couple of the days we were there.The cottage is adorable with a very comfy bed and deck overlooking the beautiful bay. We walked to Skinny Legs one evening and we there is a little breakfast place right around the corner that is also just a 5 minute walk.Thank you Hannah, Lorraine and Bobby!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory K.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great get away

A great place for a weekend getaway
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxation

Exactly like website description
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisbeth I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Do not rent the car offered through the VRBO

A terrible experience with the partner of Ms. Jones. In brief, as of today I have not receive my refundable deposit for the rental of the car. Ms. Jones works with May De Leon so you get the combo of rental property and car which seems very convenient when planning vacation. They do not tell you that you may be scam and they will keep your deposit alleging that the car has sand or that you were x short on gas. You signed a contract with many clauses, one of them is that upon returning the car you will get your money back but that did not happened to me. they asked you to pay via paypal for the car. When you arrive at the island, they left the car in a public parking lot with the key inside, no one is there to inspect the car with you. Then 2 days before returning the car 2 light warnings came out regarding the engine and the pressure in the tires. I sent a text to both women and May De Leon stated you can drive as long as the car does not get over heated. I am driving the car with my 9 year old son. I replied, I can returned or exchanged the car and there was no response. The day I left, I was asked again to leave the car in a public parking lot with the key inside. I filled out the tank ,clean the sand as much as I could because I do not have a portable vacuum cleaner. After 2 days of not getting my refund i got a text of this woman saying that they are keeping my money. Car business is not registered. Corroborated by local consumer affairs. Be aware.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little quiet cottage

We loved the cottage. It was the perfect base from which to explore the St John beaches away from busy Cruz Bay. The cottage had everything we needed and was immaculate. The pool was a delight after a hot day at the beach. We highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay in Coral Bay

Our stay was perfect. Loved staying in Coral Bay and exploring from there. House was clean and all we needed. Pool area was nice and our own deck fit the bill. Bedding was comfortable, house was very clean, and ac worked fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Coral Bay

Very clean, close to Coral Bay and very comfortable king size bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great secluded stay

We loved this property! The property manager was great with communicated the whole time. Especially helping us find the property which was on a side street with a really steep hill (VI driving is thrilling). The actual property has an amazing pool with a view and huge shower. Which was great for cooling off in the hot climate. Also, this place was out of the way - as in there wasn't much to do within walking distance and it is on the "quieter" side of the island. However, we loved that as we could enjoy the birds and frogs singing! It was a great relaxing place for a tropical getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing stay

What a wonderful trip and stay at the Eden Garden Cottages in Coral Bay. The cottage was just perfect for our family of 3 and the pool is Amazing. Lorraine is such a gracious host—we will be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H., Pittsburgh PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful and welcoming stay

My friend and I came to the USVI to work with our rescue partners at the Humane Society of St Thomas. I have stayed in many places in the past but this location is my favorite. Lorraine, Hannah, Bob and Kaimani (sweetest pup) are such lovely and gracious hosts❤️ The location is gorgeous and private but still close to wonderful beaches, trails, shops and restaurants. Definitely go visits the beautiful rescue donkeys at the Carolina Corral sanctuary right down the road!! I am an ocean fanatic but the salt water pool on the property is perfect for a quick dip when it’s hot also!! Highly recommend and will be back very soon!! You come there as strangers and leave as friends!! Mahola 🌺
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Experience

The tranquility of "Garden Eden" and the views from the porch was what made it for us. The locals were always pleasant and engaging. Cannot say enough about all the different beaches. It was a wonderful experience. Thank you.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

Relaxing stay away from it all! The cottage was spotless and well appointed (snorkels, beach towels, chairs, drink cups, coffeemaker and fridge). The AC in the bedroom was perfect and the king bed very comfortable. Drinking coffee on the balcony watching the donkeys, iguanas, and chickens made for a great morning. You can see Lime Out from the kitchen and walk to Rhumb Lines (Skinnylegs was temporarily closed). Lorraine was a wonderful host and made great beach recommendations. It’s a little trek over to Coral Bay but we’re so glad we stayed on this side of the island and at this place!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

JEFF T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Rental In Coral Bay

My wife and I spent four nights at the Garden of Eden. We choose Coral Bay to be away from the masses on the other side of the island. The cottage is small, but clean, updated, and had everything we needed. The kitchen is small, but it worked fine for breakfast and a few dinners. Access to nearby restaurants is a 5-7 minute walk or a very short drive depending on the particular restaurant. Coral Bay is pretty, but is not the super crystal clear turquoise blue of other areas on the island and does not have a beach. That being said, the view from the deck is still very nice. We used the pool almost everyday for a short period of time. It has small pools with two infinity edges. It is very nice with lots of lounge chairs and a small end table for drinks. From the deck of the pool, there is a view of another bay in the distance. Although it was never cold when we used the pool, the sun was gone by about 5:00pm. (This is probably vary by the time of year) We enjoyed being away from the crowd of Cruz Bay. Access to the most popular beaches like Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay is easy and only about 20 minutes away. (Keep in mind driving on St John is slow. It can take 20 minutes to go 3 miles) Our cottage has a nice fan and A/C, which we rarely used. The breeze from open windows worked great to keep the place cool. If you want to get away from the crowds and stay in the beautiful Coral Bay area, I highly recommend checking this place out.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz and Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A taste of paradise

Loved our time in the Caribbean Cottage. The pool is beautiful with spectacular views. Best are the hosts, Hannah and Lorraine
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place to stay!

We stayed at Hannah and Lorraine's beautiful "Caribbean" house for almost a week with our teenage daughter. It was perfect for us! The house is lovingly decorated, clean and comfortable. It was our first visit to St John and we didn't have time to really plan anything. Lorraine really took care of us! She basically gave us suggestions every day regarding where to eat and which beaches to visit. We wanted to snorkel a lot and see a variety of beaches and undersea creatures -- Lorraine sent us to different beaches each day that were all close by, but all so different! She was like our own personal vacation planner! We found that we really prefer the Coral Bay side of the island over the Cruz Bay side, so we chose to stay near the house for all of our outings and meals out. Our daughter loved the pool at the house and the donkeys and goats that roam around. It was a wonderful introduction to St John! One thing I have to mention -- when we first arrived on St John and attempted to get our reserved Jeep, we found that the rental office was closed and no one was around. We texted Lorraine and she immediately helped us out. After traveling for so many hours, it was a relief to have her there looking after us. Thank you Lorraine!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorli H.

Liked: Cleanliness

FABULOUS

What a wonderful place to stay. Really lovely cottage, amazing views, Lorraine could not be more helpful, and great restaurants. Thank you !!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

Clean, and great view, pool was soo cute - everything down to the smallest details are perfect. Great gardening, little touches of local coffee, beach chairs, a cooler but what sets this place from all others we have stayed in (in our 20 years of coming to St. John) is the hospitality of Hannah and Lorraine. Definitely our new favorite!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021