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Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living!

Villa with a hot tub, near Trunk Bay

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Located on a picturesque island, Hakuna Matata offers lavish living spaces decorated with global art, a multi-tiered stone terrace and free-form pool overlooking Cinnamon Bay. The plush central living areas are perfect for gathering or retreat to one of the four luxurious bedroom suites.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 80 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

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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.

Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living!

Worthy of the most stylish home design magazines, Hakuna Matata is the epitome of high-end island living. Exquisitely decorated with art from all over the globe, this villa’s lavish livings spaces will leave you tempted to just stay at home for your entire visit. If you decide not to, though, Hakuna Matata’s central location makes it a matter of a minutes to get anywhere on the island.

The multi-tiered stone terrace boasts lush tropical landscaping and a beautiful free-form pool. Sun-bathing poolside, you can take in the unbeatable view of Cinnamon Bay and the British Virgin Islands, while enjoying the rustle of the trade winds through the treetops. Enjoy each other’s company in the plush central living areas or retreat to one of the four luxurious bedroom suites for some quiet time alone. No matter what your expectations for your vacation, Hakuna Matata is sure to exceed them.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Internet access

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

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

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 1 square foot

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Virgin Islands, St. John

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cinnamon Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Catherineberg Ruins - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Trunk Bay - 6 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shambles - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Paddle-In Tiki Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living! located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Cinnamon Bay Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Trunk Bay and Virgin Islands National Park. Cinnamon Bay and Gibney Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Hakuna Matata: High-End Island Living! Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

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

Most Beautiful Stay Ever

'Hakuna Matata' was our best stay ever. The villa was incredibly beautiful. From the moment we walked in the views, architecture, and attention to detail in all parts of the villa were spectacular and the best we've ever experienced. The villa was also maintained, stocked, cooled, and cleaned as good or better than any place we've stayed...(including stays in Italy, Germany, Scotland, Ireland, France, and most of the US). Absolutely gorgeous.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

A week surrounded by breathtaking beauty

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is magnificent and every space embodies attention to detail and a tribute to the history of SJVI. The architecture is truly amazing, the landscaping, beautiful tropical flowers and spectacular pool make this home a true oasis. We loved every minute we spent here. The beaches, food, boat trip and music made this special vacation AMAZING. Can't wait to come back to the North Shore.
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10/10 Excellent

LaToya M.

Paradise & Relaxation!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: During our stay at Hakuna Matata, we enjoyed the fabulous accommodations with breathtaking views.The property is extremely maintained and stocked with everything from welcome snacks/drinks to beach gear and anything else you'd need during your stay. Our family enjoyed a combination of lounging by the pool to grabbing the gear and taking in the beautiful beaches. Locally we shopped at the market and patronized some small restaurants in Coral Bay. Overall phenomenal getaway and my family would like to go back again someday! PLUS - I'd like to give a special thanks to our greeter Winnie who met us by the car ferry, made sure we had food prior to going to the house, and escorted us to the home! We appreciated her kind demeanor and guidance!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

steven k.

St Johns 50th anniversary

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay at Hakuna Matata was everything we could want it to be. The home is idyllic, in regards to location, amenities, cleanliness, view and layout.Indeed, it took a lot for us to leave to see the island, esp my young grandson and HIS pool and spa ! We spent most time at cinnamon bay due to the proximity, but drove all over the island with our jeep (a necessity. We could not imagine staying anywhere else on the island that would have the character and charm of this location.The only negative is the unavoidable mountain roadways - just go slowly !! The only glitch was the automatic gate stayed open one at one time -- a call to the Catered to Vacation homes office and a crew was immediately dispatched and problem resolved in an hour.
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

Incredible in Every Way

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Hakuna Matata is indeed the most amazing villa we have rented on the island! Our greeter, Abby, met us at our Jeep rental establishment, Aqua Blu (Natasha and the Aqua Blu team were so great!) and escorted us through town to John Head Road into the beautiful gate of this magnificent villa. Our hearts skipped a beat as we entered the courtyard and viewed all of the amazing palms and flowers. Abby took us through the home room by room, pointing out all of the details of the exceptional craftsmanship of this home. The kitchen was recently renovated with high end finishes and a professional Wolf stove which we enjoyed very much. This home has 4 incredible master suites with outdoor showers, air conditioning in all rooms and a backup generator, which did come on for several days of our 2 week stay....we were blessed! We thoroughly enjoyed the amazing views of Cinnamon Bay and beyond . Absolutely incredible! We spent the evenings on the covered veranda enjoying the peepers and birds. Our 2 year old granddaughter had a great time looking for lizards every day and found a large hermit crab in the garden. We made great use of the pool , which contrary to previous reviews, does get a good amount of sun until late afternoon. We’ll never forget that our granddaughter learned to swim underwater here.The location is superb-5 minutes to Cinnamon Bay Beach, and 7 minutes to the Windmill Bar, around 15 minutes to Cruz Bay and just a little more to Coral Bay and Newfound. The weather was great, rain every day for a few minutes, which we loved. The beaches and snorkeling were excellent. We used Landlubbers Logistics for provisioning prior to our arrival and lasagna dinners from Chef Tony for our arrival day dinner. We went out fishing on Justfishstjohn and caught Mahi and tuna which fed us 3 nights. We used Island Baby for our supplies for the 2 year old. We will definitely be back to Hakuna Matata! Best 2 weeks of luxury living!
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10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

No Worries!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Property beautiful and private. Great location. Recommend pin location of Hakuna Matata on your cell phone so can return easily from excursions. Have greeter review instructions for oven use. One bathroom needed to be cleaned and sink drain sluggish 2nd floor guest bedroom. Driving on island is an experience.
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10/10 Excellent

LaToya M., Alpharetta, USA

Paradise Twice

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Stepping into the villa, I was captivated by its elegance and tranquil surroundings. The beautiful home was spotlessly clean, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay. As a returning guest, the familiarity and warm hospitality made it feel like a cherished home away from home. From the stunning views to the thoughtful touches, every moment spent there was pure joy. Saying goodbye was bittersweet, but I knew I'd return for another great vacation at this wonderful villa.
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10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Hakuna Matata 2.0

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our 2nd stay here and it was even better than our
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela G.

Hakuna Matata Villa

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I stayed at Hakuna Matata Villa in 2013. It was just the two of us and we loved this beautiful home! This time we invited family and friends and they now know how magical the villa and St. John are. Thank you for having us a second time! The views at Hakuna Matata are amazing. We all miss having views for morning coffee.