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

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Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Exterior
Smart TV, DVD player, books, stereo
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Outdoor dining
Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

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

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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

Stay at Banana Tree – As Seen on HGTV!
2BR • 1 Bath • Full Kitchen • A/C • Solar Backup • Private Island Retreat

Welcome to Banana Tree, a private 2-bedroom, 1-bath retreat on the lower level of a beautiful island villa, featured on HGTV’s Caribbean Life (Season 20, Episode 10).

This quiet, well-equipped space features:
• 2 bedrooms with queen beds
• 1 full bath
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Private entrance and dedicated outdoor space
• 3 split A/C units for cool, quiet comfort
• Solar power with battery backup for peace of mind
• Dedicated hot water heater
• Located in the tranquil Gifft Hill neighborhood

Just a 10-minute drive to Cruz Bay, you’ll be close to the island’s top restaurants, shops, and beaches — while enjoying a peaceful, residential setting.

You’re also minutes from the stunning hiking trails and white sand beaches of the Virgin Islands National Park.

Whether you're looking for a romantic escape or a laid-back base for adventure, Banana Tree is the perfect place to unwind and explore St. John.

Property manager

Walt

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

Pets not 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
St John, Cruz Bay

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
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Banana Tree Retreat • As Seen on HGTV • 2BR Island Getaway located?

This family-friendly St. John vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Hart Bay and Virgin Islands National Park. Chocolate Hole Beach and Sunset Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Very Nice

We had a great week. The kitchen was fully stocked with every gaget you could need. I took a star off for cleanliness because there was a pair of childrens underwear under the bed. And i wish there was a broom for guest to use. Overall everything was excellent and we would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oleg B.

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

Great

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025