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A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a body of water at sunset.
A coastal property with multiple buildings, solar panels, and lush greenery.
A spacious living area with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A spacious room with a high ceiling, a dining area with a table set for four, a sofa, and a television.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a central seating arrangement, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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Cruz Bay, St John
  • Place, Rendezvous Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Boatman Point
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪59 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

St. John

When you stay at this villa in St. John, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Virgin Islands National Park and Cruz Bay Beach. .This villa is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Trunk Bay and 6.6 mi (10.5 km) from Sapphire Beach.

What's nearby

  • Rendezvous Bay - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Boatman Point - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Trunk Bay - 21 min drive - 4.3 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Trunk Bay Beach Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Maho Crossroads - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shambles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬9 min drive

About this property

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

Discover the breathtaking Palm Villa, where stunning panoramic views and mesmerizing sunsets await you. Experience paradise like never before!

Palm Villa – Stunning 3-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool, Panoramic Ocean Views & Tesla Battery Backup in St. John

Palm Villa is a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath luxury vacation villa on Gifft Hill in St. John, USVI, offering a private pool, panoramic Caribbean Sea views, exceptional privacy, and a Tesla battery backup system. Perched approximately 750 feet above the Caribbean Sea, this spectacular retreat combines modern Caribbean architecture with breathtaking 180-degree views, refreshing trade winds, and unforgettable sunsets.

Overlooking Great Cruz Bay and protected conservation land, Palm Villa provides a peaceful hilltop setting while remaining just a 10-minute drive from Cruz Bay, where guests can enjoy St. John's restaurants, shops, galleries, nightlife, and waterfront attractions.

Panoramic Caribbean Views from Gifft Hill
The setting at Palm Villa is truly exceptional. From its elevated position on Gifft Hill, the villa offers sweeping 180-degree views across Great Cruz Bay, the Caribbean Sea, surrounding islands, and cays. On exceptionally clear days, guests may even see the distant mountains of El Yunque and El Toro in Puerto Rico, approximately 80 miles away.
The spectacular outlook changes throughout the day—from brilliant blue Caribbean waters and passing boats to glowing sunsets and the twinkling lights of neighboring islands after dark. With its elevated location, Palm Villa also benefits from refreshing Caribbean trade winds, while air conditioning and screened windows provide additional comfort.

Private Pool & Outdoor Living
The private swimming pool and spacious sun deck are the centerpiece of Palm Villa, offering an incredible setting for enjoying St. John's tropical climate.
Spend the day swimming, sunbathing, or relaxing beneath the newly added umbrellas. The pool area receives abundant sunshine while shaded spaces provide a comfortable retreat when you want a break from the sun.
A newly created covered outdoor deck provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining, morning coffee, sunset cocktails, and memorable meals overlooking the Caribbean.

Outdoor living spaces include:
- Private swimming pool
- Spacious pool and sun deck
- Covered outdoor dining deck
- Outdoor dining for six
- Lounge areas
- Two 9-ft Tuuci marine-grade European umbrellas on the sun deck
- Panoramic Caribbean and island views

Palm Villa has been meticulously renovated to blend modern comfort with classic Caribbean design.
- The open and airy home features:
- Exposed beam cathedral ceilings
- Coral stone tile floors
- Screened louver windows
- Elegant French doors
- Ceiling fans
- Mahogany accents
- Air conditioning throughout
- Seamless indoor-outdoor living spaces

The main house has been thoughtfully arranged around the spectacular views, with the kitchen, living room, and primary bedroom on one side and two guest bedrooms, a half bath, and laundry room on the other. All three bedrooms and the main living spaces are air-conditioned, while screened windows allow guests to enjoy the natural Caribbean breezes whenever desired.

Comfortable Living & Dining
The beautiful living room provides a relaxing gathering space with a stylish sofa and four coordinating chairs decorated in soothing shades of blue and white. A flat-screen TV provides entertainment, while the open design keeps the Caribbean scenery front and center.At night, open the screened windows and listen to the natural sounds of St. John, including tropical songbirds and tree frogs.

Palm Villa offers both indoor and outdoor dining, with tables seating six guests, making it easy to enjoy meals surrounded by the beauty of the island.

Well Equipped Kitchen
The kitchen is located just off the pool deck, combining beautiful design with a highly functional layout that keeps the cook connected to the rest of the group.

Features include:
- Custom mahogany cabinetry
- Granite countertops
- Stainless steel high end appliances including: refrigerator/freezer, dishwasher, gas stove/oven
- Ample storage and preparation space
- Well stocked cookware and dinnerware to cater to your every need.

A separate laundry room includes a washer and dryer and provides convenient access to an additional half bath.

Three Private Bedroom Suites
Palm Villa features three beautifully appointed bedrooms, each located in its own separate building or private area, creating an ideal layout for families, couples, or friends traveling together.

Primary Bedroom Suite – King Bed
The east-facing primary suite features a luxurious king-size bed, cable TV, a comfortable sitting area with a daybed that can accommodate a child and an ensuite bathroom with double vanity and beautifully tiled shower. The private setting provides a peaceful retreat with beautiful island views.

Poolside Guest Bedroom – Queen Bed
The poolside guest bedroom features a queen-size bed, cable TV, water views, ceiling fan, and private en-suite bathroom with a tiled shower.

Guest Bedroom – Queen Bed
The second guest bedroom also features a queen-size bed, cable TV, beautiful water views, ceiling fan, and private en-suite bathroom with tiled shower.

All bedrooms are individually decorated and designed for comfort and privacy.

Tesla Battery Backup for Added Peace of Mind
Palm Villa is equipped with a Tesla battery backup system, providing an added level of comfort and peace of mind during unexpected power interruptions. Combined with air conditioning, ceiling fans, screened windows, and refreshing trade winds, Palm Villa offers multiple ways to stay comfortable throughout your St. John vacation.

Convenient Gifft Hill Location Near Cruz Bay
Palm Villa offers the best of both worlds: a quiet, private hilltop setting with spectacular views, while still being close to the restaurants, shops, beaches, and attractions of Cruz Bay. Cruz Bay is approximately a 10-minute drive from the villa, making it easy to enjoy dinner at a waterfront restaurant, explore local shops, visit nearby beaches, or experience the island's lively nightlife before returning to your peaceful retreat.

Palm Villa Highlights
- 3 bedrooms / 3.5 bathrooms
- Private swimming pool
- Panoramic 180-degree Caribbean Sea views
- Great Cruz Bay views
- Approximately 750 feet above sea level
- Tesla battery backup system
- Air conditioning throughout
- Three private bedroom areas
- Private en-suite bathrooms
- Well equipped kitchen
- Mahogany cabinets and granite countertops
- Covered outdoor dining deck
- Outdoor dining for six
- Exposed beam cathedral ceilings
- Coral stone tile floors
- Screened windows and French doors
- Ceiling fans
- Washer/dryer
- Approximately 10 minutes to Cruz Bay
- Spectacular sunset and island views
- Your Private St. John Escape

Palm Villa is more than a vacation rental—it is a private Caribbean retreat where privacy, modern amenities, and breathtaking natural beauty come together. Whether you're relaxing beside the pool, dining beneath the covered deck, watching the sunset over Great Cruz Bay, or enjoying the cooling trade winds from your private hilltop sanctuary, Palm Villa offers an unforgettable St. John vacation experience.

Please Note: A waiver and release form is required for all children 10 years old and younger.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Is there on island assistance during our stay?
Yes! We have a local office on St. John ready and happy to assist you during your stay. Our friendly team is there to to answer questions, provide recommendations, and assist with anything you may need during your stay, helping ensure a smooth and enjoyable vacation.

What are the best restaurants & Bars in Cruz Bay & Coral Bay, St. John? Cruz Bay is the main town on St. John and offers the largest variety of restaurants, from casual to fine dining. Coral Bay is the quieter side of the island and offers a more casual, laid back atmosphere.
- St. John Back Bar
- Cafe Roma
- Hightide
- Surf Club Cantina - Coral Bay
- Johnny Lime - Best Pizza - Coral Bay
- Ocean 362
- Skinny Legs - Coral Bay
- Morgan's Mango

Is Housekeeping included? No.
Standard housekeeping is provided before arrival and after departure. Additional cleaning services during your stay may be arranged for a fee

Are linens, towels, and beach gear provided?
Yes. The villa provides linens, bath towels, beach towels, beach chairs, and a cooler.

What are some hiking trail recommendations?
Ram's Head, Reef Bay Trail, Lind Point Trail, Salt Pond & Drunk Bay Trails, to name a few.

What are some of the beaches location in the National Park on the north side of the island - these beaches are a 15-20 -25 minute away.
- Francis Bay
- Maho Bay
- Cinnamon Bay
- Trunk Bay
- Hawksnest

What grocery stores are on St John?
St John Gourmet Market - Cruz Bay
Starfish Market - Cruz Bay
Dolphin Market - Cruz Bay
Pine Peace Market - Cruz Bay
Midway Market - Centerline Road

What are the gas stations on St. John?
- E.C. Gas - Cruz Bay
- Race Track Gas Station - Southshore Road
- Midway Gas - Centerline Road
There aren't any gas stations in Coral Bay.

What are some activities available on St John?
- If you have never been to St John - take an island tour.
- Go to a different beach each day to find your favorite
- Drive over to Coral Bay to explore the quieter side of the island - have lunch at Skinny Leg's
- Go on a boat excursion
- Rent kayaks or paddle boards
- Hiking - Reef Bay Trail and Ram's Head
- Do nothing at all - just let the restorative ambiance of St John replenish you
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free villa features hiking/biking trails nearby, kayaking nearby, and scuba diving nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: No smoking is allowed on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Scuba diving 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)

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The property is non-smoking. This includes outside on the decks and the surrounding grounds of the property.
No functions, wedding/receptions, etc. are allowed at the property. The rental is only for the guests reserved and paid to stay at the property.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: CHILD WAIVER REQUIRED FOR CHILDREN 10 YR & YOUNGER

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking is allowed on the premises.

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
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

Vrbo Property
49253

Discover the breathtaking Palm Villa, where stunning panoramic views and mesmerizing sunsets await you. Experience paradise like never before! Reviews

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mike s.

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

palm villa

as advertised excellent central location overlooking center of cruz bay… beautiful sunsets and views and nice deck and pool. my family enjoyed the isolated bedrooms and central kitchen area totally recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela G.

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

Wonderful property

We returned from St. John last week. Palm villa is beautiful. The view is incredible. The property is clean. The kitchen is well stocked if you plan to cook. There is a grill on the patio that is very convenient. It was perfect for our family. There were 6 adults. Everyone had enough space for our needs. We rarely sat inside but it was very comfortable and had a beautiful table for nice family meals. There is also a large table outside as well if you prefer your meals with a view. The pool was perfect for us. We did get a little lost coming in but it was easy to contact someone and they were very helpful to get us back in the right direction. We can’t wait to come back and would love to stay at palm villa again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

What A View

We had a great stay at Palm Villa. The location is in the center of the island looking down on Great Cruz Bay. The view and sunsets are amazing. The layout of the house is great too. We really enjoyed waking up to the views and watching the sunsets each night.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Amazing view

Great villa that looks over Cruz Bay. The pics on the site do not do it justice. Very recently renovated, it is very fresh. It had everything we needed from beach chairs to coolers. Interestingly with everything electric it had a gas stove with nice pans which we appreciated. We would definitely come back to this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa M.

Amazing view, fabulous house!

This was our 2nd trip to St John, first time residential ting a home. It was perfect!!! The view was stunning, and the layout was perfect. We had two smaller kids, and older child, and in laws and it gave everyone the perfect amount of space. It's a great location to go to town and beaches, and was very quiet. I don't think we'LL ever stay anywhere else.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amazing Sunsets!

I have been meaning to write a review about my stay at Palm Villa this past winter. We had such a wonderful vacation and enjoyed the villa so much. We traveled with our older children and the house worked beautifully for us! Our must have was a sunset and from this villa they are just breathtaking! The home is quite spacious – the pool is in the center of the villa and then the main house and 2 of the bedrooms open off the pool deck. The master bedroom is a good size and is located off the left side of the villa. My 2 children loved the separation between the master bedroom and 2 guest bedrooms. They are old enough now that we did not find this to be a problem and they loved going for a late night swim, especially since the pool was right outside their doors!! The kitchen is beautiful and well stocked – the living room and bedroom/bathrooms are a bit older but still very comfortable so we really could not complain! What you see in the photos is what you get so when we walked in to the home upon arrival – we were very pleased….. Each day we would get up and go exploring, going to various beaches along the north side of the island. On one day we drove out to Coral Bay – went to Lampshur – and then on our way back we stopped for lunch at Miss Lucy’s – The salad’s and burgers were yummy and the location – right on the water – just amazing – nowhere else like it or it seems!! We will definitely be returning to St John and Palm Villa will be our villa of choice!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

Spectacular Views Both Day and Night

My husband and I stayed at Palm Villa in February. Palm Villa has a really spectacular view of Pillsbury Sound, many of the cays in the Sound, as well as islands looking down the north side of St. Thomas. We enjoyed watching sailboats and yachts during the day, but particularly thought watching the nighttime lights on St. Thomas to be magical. The house is very comfortable and well-furnished. The kitchen is immediately off the deck so that the cook feels to be in the middle of the action (we had guests one evening) while, of course, able to enjoy the view also. Palm Villa has easy access to Centerline Road so getting to the North Shore beaches and Salt Pond takes little time, as well as getting to the Marketplace for groceries and other supplies. We went to Cruz Bay for dinner a few times, which took about 10 minutes. While each restaurant was very good, nothing could beat sitting at the Good View Restaurant at Palm Villa! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return to Palm Villa the next time on St. John.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alisha P.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025