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Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player, books
Exterior detail
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 284 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View

Cactus Flower Cottage is a charming 1-bedroom cottage nestled in Fish Bay, one of St. John's quietest neighborhood. Built amoungst 200 year old ruins still visable on property. Enjoy fresh papaya, coconut and other fruit from trees throughout the gardens when in season. A 10-minute ride from Cruz Bay on paved roads. The cottage includes a full kitchen, covered deck, outside private native stone shower, established landscaping, air-conditioning in the bedroom, cable TV, high-speed internet, solar hot water, water view of Fish Bay and the Caribbean Sea. Guests at the cottage have full use of the pool, which is adjacent to the main house. North Shore Beach access is a 5-10 minute drive. South Shore Beaches, historic ruin sites and National Park Trails are walking distance. Vehicle rental is strongly recommended. Taxi service is also easy.

Property manager

Contact Joe and Tina

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Cactus Flower Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View
Cactus Flower Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View
Cactus Flower Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Cottage Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View
Cactus Flower Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View St. John
Cactus Flower Charming Quiet Retreat Ocean View
Cactus Flower Cottage a Charming Quiet Retreat With Ocean View
Cactus Flower Cottage a Charming Quiet Retreat With Ocean View

About the neighborhood

Map
USVI, St. John

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 7 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Trunk Bay - 17 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Klein Bay and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Rendezvous Bay and Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Cactus Flower Cottage - a Charming Quiet Retreat with Ocean View Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 136 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10

We loved our stay at Cactus Flower. It is very nicely appointed and the hosts are great!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Exactly as described. Has everything you need. Hosts are very nice. Short drive to most places on the island. We enjoyed ourselves
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

We had the most wonderful time on island and the stay at this cottage was perfect. Excellent location. Easy drive from Cruz Bay. No rough roads or crazy parking! Cottage had everything we needed and the AC in the bedroom was fantastic! We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

This cottage is the perfect place for a couple.We love the outdoor shower,the kitchen has everything we needed,Joe and Tina are excellent hosts. Quite and peaceful.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10

I'm so glad I found this gem on Vrbo. My boyfriend and I couldn't have asked for a better place to stay. The cottage was clean, comfortable and perfectly located. We truly felt like we were in paradise! The hosts where so kind and accommodating. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

We enjoyed our stay at Cactus Flower Cottage. Very clean and well kept. The cottage had everything we needed to make our trip to St. John fun and memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Cactus Flower was a wonderful 1 bedroom villa with a wonderful Stone Outdoor shower. Joe and Tina were wonderful Hosts with decades of local knowledge. Fish bay is so close to everything. I would highly recommend this 1 bedroom villa
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The owners were absolutely the sweetest…including the pets. Everything was clean and just perfect! It was cozy and nice and we loved the outside shower. We wish all rental owners were as wonderful as the ones with this property. Thank you for having us!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Tina and Joe were simply excellent and Cactus Flower is a quiet, safe environment in which to relax and enjoy St. John. It has everything one needs and is beautifully done.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

We loved staying at Cactus Flower! It’s in a great location tucked in the hills just a few minutes away from Cruz Bay, and easy access to the North Shore beaches. The cottage is charming, peaceful and comfy—the hosts have provided everything you could need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Great stay …sorry to have missed you all as I hear we have an NC connection and are both friends w Andy Penn …I’ll be back to stay w you all in January as my daughter lives on the island .Best , Michael
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Great cottage for a couple with access to a refreshing pool and nice hot tub for starry nights. Easy access with paved roads and a quiet neighborhood made it a relaxing stay. Quick drive to the beaches, restaurants, and groceries.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

8/10

We enjoyed every bit of this cottage. Riley was very accommodating with everything we needed. We will stay here next time we are in St John!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

Better than the photos. Absolutely spectacular stay in the best location possible on the island. We loved every minute of our trip. The cottage was spectacular and Joe and Tina were amazing hosts. 10/10 experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was clean and well appointed. There wasn't anything extra that we needed. Tina and Joe were responsive to any questions that we had and we couldn't have been happier.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

Exactly as discribed
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10

We loved it at Cactus flower. The house was perfect for us and came with many unexpected extras such as beach chairs, snorkel gear, condiments and a super friendly cat. Joe and Tina provided very detailed instructions to reach the property. Vicky was very friendly and helpful. If we ever come back to St. Johns we will stay at Cactus Flower.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

6/10

Accommodations were okay. Air-conditioning was in the bed room only. St. Johns island itself was horrible. Too many people. If you didn't get to the beaches by 8:30 there was no parking spaces left and you may as well go home. The restaurants were mediocre and expensive and you need to make a reservation a week in advance. I will never go to any USVI ever again. Try Virgin Gorda or Anguilla they are much better.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Very peaceful with great views. Tidy with more amenities than we could use. Snorkeling gear was very nice to have and good beach chairs. Only needed help with the grill and Joe was there in under 5 min. "Operator error" Stars were great every night and best of all was taking a shower outside under them. Tina and Joe were very friendly and I look forward to staying again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Exceeded our expectations. The property was beautiful, peaceful, and had all updated amenities. Very clean which is a big deal to me. Listening to the habitat come alive in the evening was a plus. Very comfy bed and the outdoor shower was wonderful. We hung out in the pool several times and never had company. Joe and Tina really keep to themselves - if you needed them they were there but otherwise we had all the privacy we like. Will definitely go back!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10

Please build a step to enter the hot tub. The board on two cinder blocks is dangerous. My wife stepped on the board at its edge and it flipped off and could ha e easily broken her toe! Other than that great place for the price!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2019

10/10

We were blessed to enjoy three idyllic weeks in this charming, bright, airy, spacious, comfortable, and clean cottage. The experience was so much more than pictures convey. Loved the dreamy bed, outdoor shower, stars and kitty visits!!!. We felt like we were in a small private resort. The pool and hot tub were surrounded by lush and lovely landscaping. We often had the pool and hot tub to ourselves. Never felt crowded, even though shared with a few other guests. Great location; far enough from Cruz Bay yet close to the Dolphin grocery store near the Westin Resort. We frequently drove to Maho Bay, as it was calm. The Windmill bar was worth a visit! Other days we enjoyed the large porch and clear pool. A note of advice: book your jeep early!!! Thank you Tina and Joe for your warm hospitality and for creating this magical oasis.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Cactus Flower Cottage exceeded every expectation we had for our vacation in St. John. The location of the cottage was perfect! Close to Cruz Bay, yet far enough to find the peace and quiet we were hoping for. Every day was pure relaxation, and the amenities were wonderful. The grounds of the property were beautiful and well kept, with lovely landscape details. I particularly enjoyed the outside shower, listening to the birds and watching all the bees harvest on the tree above the shower wall. We loved the visits from the residence dog "Pip" and the kitties. Felt like home. Joe and Tina were wonderful hosts, and made everything from checking in to leaving seamless. I feel so fortunate to have found Cactus Flower Cottage in my relentless search for a perfect place to stay on such a beautiful island. Thank you Joe and Tina, we will definitely be back to this cottage again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10

We stayed here 5 days/ 4 nts, but our trip began with so many difficulties with Tina. We had quite a few questions as this was our first time to USVI, and Tina was so bothered with everything we asked. Obviously, we were wasting her precious time! They charged us $25 extra/night for our 10 year old...fine. So, with that extra $100 you'd think they could offer more than one roll of toilet paper for 5 days. We met Joe, who was very friendly, but Tina never made an effort to even say hello. What a shame to have such a nice place with an owner with such a terrible attitude. The owners we rented from in St.Thomas were so awesome...they were happy to answer any questions and even stocked our fridge with Rum, juice, soda, bread and butter. Now that's hospitality!! Don't expect anything like that from Tina!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10

The house was so nice! Every amenity you could possibly want and need. The owners are friendly enough. They answered every question i had while were there and gave us a few helpful suggestions. It was very clean. It was as easy to get to as one could want. They gave superb directions from the ferry. We only got lost once or twice, but that had nothing to do with their instructions. The island is a little confusing the first time. But no big deal. The only reason i gave it a 4 star on location accuracy is because its super close to the adjoining property. Way closer than i expected. While its ok, being there for the first time ever, being without our children celebrating our 20th wedding anniversary, we thought it was a hair more removed from their actual house. That being said, it was beautiful! Very likely to return to their property when we come back if available. Unless if couse we have additional people joining. Aside from the house being closer than we originally thought, it was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023