Sailor's Rest, a Romantic and Luxurious Sanctuary
House in St. Croix
2 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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About this house rental
At Sailor's Rest we understand how important your vacation is and we go the extra mile to ensure your stay delivers the luxury and serenity you deserve. For this reason, Sailor’s Rest has become a favorite destination for honeymooners and couples celebrating special occasions.
Sailor’s Rest is a spacious fully renovated and well-appointed bungalow nestled in the hillside overlooking Salt River Bay and boasts one of the best views on island. This is the perfect spot for anyone who prizes comfort and privacy in a luxurious escape.
An enormous 500 sf covered porch provides you with the sun and rain protection you need to enjoy spending quality time outside in the Caribbean breeze. Relax in the lounge chairs, porch swing and club chairs, or dine al fresco. From the comfort of the private porch you can see the dark blue line at the 1300ft drop to the Caribbean’s largest living reef and watch the dive boats visit one of the most popular dive sites on island: Salt River Canyon. With pelicans and frickets flying overhead and turtles occasionally surfacing in the bay below, you are in the perfect place to kick back and take in the scenery. On a super clear day you can see Puerto Rico to the West, St. Thomas, St. John, Virgin Gorda, and Tortola to the North, and, if you’re really lucky, St. Martin to the East!
At night watch the colors change as the sun sets, the lights blink to life across the bay and all the way over in St. Thomas, the cruise ships glide across the water, and, if the moon isn’t too bright, the kayakers touring the Bioluminescent Bay below.
Inside comfort is king; from a large sectional couch in the living room to a Tempur-Pedic mattress in the bedroom. The apartment stays cool from the hillside and trade winds, but there is also AC in both the bedroom and living room in addition to three fans to keep you comfortable. Every window in the house boasts an ocean view. The large kitchen has a “pay it forward” bar, ice maker, coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, toaster, chef knives, chopping block, Calphalon cookware, and a full size dishwasher. The living room has a blue tooth music player and a 32” flat screen TV with Amazon fire TV. High quality towels and linens are provided as well as basic necessities in both the bath and kitchen. Beach towels, chairs, coolers, and snorkel gear are also provided.
At the end of the patio a short flight of stairs leads you to two additional levels of decking surrounding a brand new glass mosaic pool. The shimmering iridescent pool is complete with a swim up bar and built in gas grill. Along the back of the pool is a large covered area providing shade for some club and lounge chairs. The smaller awning over the pool bar ensures that there is always some shade to be found within the pool itself. The pool area is the only space that is shared with the main house, but you can expect to have it to yourself most of the time.
Sailor’s Rest is centrally located in St. Croix, so you can get anywhere in 30 minutes and it’s only 4 miles to the shops and restaurants of downtown Christiansted. One of the best parts of this North-central location is that there are two grocery stores and a market within 5-10 minutes! This is a huge advantage over the East End. Moreover, located within the gated community of Judith’s Fancy, you are in one of the safest places on island. This family-oriented community is also a walking/running destination, boasting over 9 miles of private well-maintained roads. Judith’s Fancy also has the best surf break on island. From the apartment you can walk to the beach in 5-10 minutes.
Cleaning service is provided at the end of every week for visits lasting two weeks or more. This includes new linens and towels. Guests staying more than a week are also welcome to use the laundry facilities for their personal items.
Sorry, no pets allowed. There are a couple of sweet cats and a super loving Golden Retriever who live in the main house on the property. Please no smoking and no children.
Come see for yourself why St. Croix is the best kept secret of the Virgin Islands!
Sailor’s Rest is a spacious fully renovated and well-appointed bungalow nestled in the hillside overlooking Salt River Bay and boasts one of the best views on island. This is the perfect spot for anyone who prizes comfort and privacy in a luxurious escape.
An enormous 500 sf covered porch provides you with the sun and rain protection you need to enjoy spending quality time outside in the Caribbean breeze. Relax in the lounge chairs, porch swing and club chairs, or dine al fresco. From the comfort of the private porch you can see the dark blue line at the 1300ft drop to the Caribbean’s largest living reef and watch the dive boats visit one of the most popular dive sites on island: Salt River Canyon. With pelicans and frickets flying overhead and turtles occasionally surfacing in the bay below, you are in the perfect place to kick back and take in the scenery. On a super clear day you can see Puerto Rico to the West, St. Thomas, St. John, Virgin Gorda, and Tortola to the North, and, if you’re really lucky, St. Martin to the East!
At night watch the colors change as the sun sets, the lights blink to life across the bay and all the way over in St. Thomas, the cruise ships glide across the water, and, if the moon isn’t too bright, the kayakers touring the Bioluminescent Bay below.
Inside comfort is king; from a large sectional couch in the living room to a Tempur-Pedic mattress in the bedroom. The apartment stays cool from the hillside and trade winds, but there is also AC in both the bedroom and living room in addition to three fans to keep you comfortable. Every window in the house boasts an ocean view. The large kitchen has a “pay it forward” bar, ice maker, coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, toaster, chef knives, chopping block, Calphalon cookware, and a full size dishwasher. The living room has a blue tooth music player and a 32” flat screen TV with Amazon fire TV. High quality towels and linens are provided as well as basic necessities in both the bath and kitchen. Beach towels, chairs, coolers, and snorkel gear are also provided.
At the end of the patio a short flight of stairs leads you to two additional levels of decking surrounding a brand new glass mosaic pool. The shimmering iridescent pool is complete with a swim up bar and built in gas grill. Along the back of the pool is a large covered area providing shade for some club and lounge chairs. The smaller awning over the pool bar ensures that there is always some shade to be found within the pool itself. The pool area is the only space that is shared with the main house, but you can expect to have it to yourself most of the time.
Sailor’s Rest is centrally located in St. Croix, so you can get anywhere in 30 minutes and it’s only 4 miles to the shops and restaurants of downtown Christiansted. One of the best parts of this North-central location is that there are two grocery stores and a market within 5-10 minutes! This is a huge advantage over the East End. Moreover, located within the gated community of Judith’s Fancy, you are in one of the safest places on island. This family-oriented community is also a walking/running destination, boasting over 9 miles of private well-maintained roads. Judith’s Fancy also has the best surf break on island. From the apartment you can walk to the beach in 5-10 minutes.
Cleaning service is provided at the end of every week for visits lasting two weeks or more. This includes new linens and towels. Guests staying more than a week are also welcome to use the laundry facilities for their personal items.
Sorry, no pets allowed. There are a couple of sweet cats and a super loving Golden Retriever who live in the main house on the property. Please no smoking and no children.
Come see for yourself why St. Croix is the best kept secret of the Virgin Islands!
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of St. Croix
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Reviews
5.0
Sailor’s Rest was the perfect spot to sit by the pool with a drink and relax. It’s an easy drive to a grocery store and to town for dinner. Alex and her furry helpers were amazing hosts.
5.0
Breathtaking view of the bay and ocean. The accommodations inside and out were fabulous. We loved relaxing at the pool that we had to ourselves. Alex was a great host!
5.0
What a perfect spot to enjoy a relaxing vacation with an unforgettable view. So much to mention that we enjoyed but to narrow it down we loved the VIEW, pool, fully stocked kitchen, grill, and visits from Penny, Tippy, and Ira. We recommend stopping in at Blue's Backyard BBQ and The Landing Beach Bar. One of the few places in our travels where we would go back again. Thank you!
5.0
We were so glad we chose Sailor’s Rest for our stay in St. Croix. The central location was great for accessing beaches and the different parts of the island. One of the best features was being in a gated community, knowing we were safe every day of our travels. The view was outstanding.
Alex provided everything we could need for going to the beach and the property was very clean. We really enjoyed the pets that came and visited us. I would certainly recommend staying here and would love to return in the future.
5.0
This property is perfect for a couple or small family visiting St Croix. We always rent a house on vacation and have stayed all over the island. I was a little hesitant to stay in a guests apartment as I didn’t want to feel like a was vacationing with strangers. It was a well appointed, comfortable quarters and private quarters. Our only visitor was Penny the friendly golden retriever and she was SO WELCOME to hang out with us. The bed was comfortable, the pool was warm and the view was stunning. Don’t hesitate to book this property.
5.0
What a wonderful location, property and hosts. We have been coming to STX for over 20 years, and this was one of the best places we have ever stayed. We will definitely be back. Thank you!
5.0
We were completely delighted with our visit to Sailors Rest. Alex was welcoming, thorough and responsive, the property could not have been more wonderful -- the view and the quiet/peacefulness were breathtaking, the rooms were comfortable, and the weather and persistent breeze were perfect. Can't wait to go back, and will definitely recommend to friends and family!
5.0
We love Sailor’s Rest! Alexandria is the perfect host, providing all the info we needed to make our stay great. She even offered to meet us at the airport, though with google maps, finding this home was so easy. The view was fantastic, the accommodations so comfortable and the location was ideal. Oh and the pool was delightful and partially shaded which I so appreciate. Our deck was also shaded but we could venture to the upper level if we preferred sunshine. Just 10 minutes to Christiansted, 15 minutes to Cane bay. Perfect! I will certainly return to sailors rest the next trip to at Croix!
5.0
This property has great reviews and that is another reason we booked, but it is special for different reasons, we think, and all is good. Some special reasons: the view, the pool, the gated entry, the easy to navigate roads, wonderfully appointed one or two bedroom bungalow (yes, had that Carribean Hollywood touch), the daily visit of furry friends (dog and cats) the super-nice and knowledgeable caretakers upstairs ( we want to meet Alex next time!) the array of sitting areas and close proximity to both sides of the island, and especially Christiansted without being right there. The nearby BBQ and fish places, Salt River area and Cane bay are also close by. We really stayed at the place much of the time because it was one of the better places we have stayed and we travel often. We are considering spending our 40th wedding anniversary at Sailor's Rest as she enjoyed her birthday on top of the world very much. Thank you, Alex and friends.
5.0
Stayed 1 week at Sailors Rest for a little R&R. The apartment was very clean, comfortable & well equipped with the most amazing views. We really enjoyed the pool and outdoor living spaces. Alex was great with all communications which made the whole process a breeze!
5.0
We loved exploring St. Croix and this property was absolutely the perfect place to stay. We spent most mornings on a walk/ hike through the nature preserve. We enjoyed the view from our veranda so much that we cooked dinner several nights and ate outside. Alex was wonderful. We plan to return!!
5.0
Judith's Fancy is a great place to stay being centrally located on the island. The view from Sailor's rest is amazing and very private. Alex our hostess was very accommodating with her home and we would recommend Sailor's Rest to anyone looking for a private getaway.
5.0
Alex's place is wonderful. From the moment we arrived we were wowed by the views. The patio is just incredible and we spent many days just relaxing there and by the pool. Alex was so nice and gave us complete privacy, but was available if we needed her. We loved the area and felt like we were in a perfect spot to explore the island. The BioBay is a must-do! The house was clean and we really appreciated having basic cooking supplies and condiments. We'll be back!
5.0
Our stay at Alex's place in Judith's Fancy was fabulous. The accommodations were comfortable and clean, and you absolutely could not beat the view. We were delighted to find that the property sits right on a bioluminescent cove where we could see kayakers cruise through after dark. We loved the swim up bar in the pool where we swam under the stars. Overall, this was a trip we will remember forever as one of the best we have ever had.
5.0
You could have stayed and just taken it the view and not done another think and you would have been happy! Ella, Tippy and Ira were great company too!!
5.0
We had a fabulous visit at Sailor's Rest in Judith's Fancy last week! The views are exactly as shown in the listing and the inside of the apartment is the perfect size for two people. It was clean and well-kept, and Alex was awesome! We had one minor glitch with the internet TV, but she came and took care of it immediately. We also enjoyed having pets around, especially Penny! The location was convenient to both Christiansted and Fredericksted, and the roads in Judith's Fancy put most of the rest of the roads on the island to shame. We will be visiting again soon, and we can't recommend this property enough! If you are looking for a romantic getaway on a beautiful island, this is your place!
4.0
The view was spectacular and the pool was much enjoyed with the music playing on the Bluetooth speaker. The apartment is below the owners house .
5.0
Great location. Gated neighborhood. Views can’t be beat! Alex was an amazing host! We really enjoyed meeting our new four-legged friends, Penny and Tippy. Everything was as described. Loved the pool! Kitchen was fully stocked and so was the rest of the house. We would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Alex met us upon arrival, showed us around, and made us feel very welcome. The apartment is located so that there is a lot of privacy even when using the shared space and pool. The accommodations are very nice, with lots of extra touches, like robes, beach towels, snorkeling gear. The view is amazing, and the warm ocean breezes invite you to relax and take it all in whether it’s your morning coffee or evening glass of wine. Highly recommend!
5.0
Wonderful property in a gated community with all the creature comforts of home. Amazing views morning and night. Definitely recommend.
5.0
Beautiful view
Had a great time. View is spectacular!!!
5.0
Quiet Oasis
Our anniversary trip was very well spent at this lovely property! After a morning/afternoon of exploring the St. Croix, we were so pleased to be able to come back to our unit and relax and recharge! The view is fantastic and there is always a breeze on the covered porch. The apartment is private and quiet and location was super convenient to jumping into town for dinner, shopping, etc. Alex and Jay were available for any questions or concerns we had and we loved the visits from the pup. Overall wonderful property!
5.0
Incredible vacation
This property was a dream. Very relaxing. We wanted to explore the island but found ourselves happy with just hanging out at the house, enjoying the amazing views. We will definitely be back again!
5.0
Honeymoon
This property is amazing from the comfort of the inside to the gorgeous views. It was such a wonderful experience and Alex was wonderful and even helped me out in a pinch with something personal. I would recommend this property to anyone and can’t wait to come back!
5.0
Awesome views and ocean breezes
Entire level of owners property and yet complete privacy. Cannot get better view and ocean breezes. Fully stocked kitchen, super nice comfy beds and bathrooms.
5.0
Heaven in paradise
This is a truly special place. The view is spectacular. The bed and linens are very comfortable. The kitchen fully stocked. Alex, the host, quickly took care of anything we asked of her. This was our first time on St Croix and it won’t be our last. We already book three weeks for next year!
5.0
Perfect Vacation
Sailor’s Rest exceeded our expectations and we are very happy with our experience. Restaurants and excursions are all a short drive away. The view from every angle was spectacular. Our host Alex was the best and we especially enjoyed daily visits from her dog Penni. We are looking forward to visiting again!!
5.0
Great quiet getaway!
My husband and I came to celebrate our anniversary and enjoyed the peaceful stay. Alex is a great host and provided many suggestions for food and activities. The place was very comfortable and the view of Salt River Bay is spectacular! We will definitely come back.
5.0
Paradise!!!!!
This place was amazing! There’s a reason why there’s five stars! Alex was a very nice person! The view is beautiful ! And the pool is very relaxing ! I recommend staying here! Thanks Alex !! :)
5.0
Perfection with a view!
My wife and I stayed here for 10 nights and wanted for nothing. The shared pool was absolutely perfect. Every window had a beautiful view, as well as every seat on the huge outside deck. My wife loved the porch swing! Everything about this place was top notch. Upon arrival, everything was clean and ready for use. We feel that even if they didn't know you were coming, the place would always be ready for guests. Thank you Alex and Jay for a wonderful stay!
5.0
Just as Advertised
Alex was a great host. Property has a fantastic view, very clean and well equipped. Would recommend highly
4.0
Beautiful time
We had a wonderful stay, the view is beautiful and we enjoyed many evenings on the porch overlooking the bay. The location was perfect.
5.0
Always Amazing!!!
Once again, we had an awesome vacation (32nd anniversary) at Sailor’s Rest. The peace and quiet, and beautiful scenery was a welcome change from our everyday norm. Jay and Alex are wonderful hosts and we cannot wait until we’re able to visit again. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
5.0
Absolutely Awesome
Perfect location, quiet neighborhood, wonderful hosts, comfortable home, and the best view ever. It was truly a refreshing retreat for us. We hope to come back some day!
5.0
Breathtaking Views
This was the first time to St. Croix for my husband and I. We've been to the other USVI so we thought we'd give STX a try. We loved it! This property made our stay amazing as everything about it was top-notch. The location, views, accommodations, pool, even the sheets were so comfy! Alex is a fantastic host and her knowledge of the island truly makes you feel like a local. We most certainly will be back!
5.0
Fabulous!
Paradise found at Sailor's Rest! Views are amazing, the apartment is beautiful, clean and has everything you need and more! The location is perfection! We cannot say enough positive things about this place and to add to our stay our host Alex was wonderful!! I feel like we've made a friend for life! We will 100% be back!
5.0
Absolutely AMAZING!
Sailor’s Rest is by far the best place I have stayed throughout all my trips to the Caribbean Islands. The house and view are second to none. Alex was the most gracious host and made us feel right at home. The place was modern, updated and fully equipped. Did I mention the views? The pictures don’t do it justice, and they look phenomenal. Would not stay at any other place on St. Croix. I will be back.
5.0
Great Property!
Great property in wonderful part of St Croix. Great hosts. Ton’s of outdoor space. So glad we stayed at Sailors Rest!
5.0
Unbelievable views
Our stay at Judith's Fancy was awesome from start to finish! Alex was incredibly helpful, friendly, and a gracious host. The accommodations were clean and inviting, but we spent most of our time on the covered porch! The views are to die for here, the ocean, the park, the bay, the mountains; you see it all! Alex’s “welcome book” is FULL of great recommendations and the property is only minutes from great food. We will be telling all of our friends about Judith’s Fancy and hope to return soon!
2.5
What makes this place great?The view. Almost 180 degree North facing ocean panorama of the Caribbean with crashing waves, bays and peninsulas. St Thomas and St John visible in the distance. Truly one of the best views we have ever had. Spent most of our time admiring the views with lingering morning coffee and afternoon cocktails.The location. Centrally located if you want to visit either side of the island.Very quiet and peaceful. I can’t recall hearing any traffic the whole time we were there. The property is located in a low density private gated community. A great network of paved roads for morning runs/walks.Property is situated to take advantage of cooling Northeasterly trade winds and the deck is fully covered. Even at the hottest part of the day it was a comfortable temperature.Super lux towels.The owner was welcoming with directions and helpful with advice on what to do.Best things to do.Hams Bluff Lighthouse TrailLunch overlooking Cane Bay at Landing Beach BarBeachcombing Whale Point Bay
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in St. Croix?
The average price for a rental in St. Croix is $437 per night. This rental is $205 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sailor's Rest, a Romantic and Luxurious Sanctuary . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Sailor's Rest, a Romantic and Luxurious Sanctuary . Enjoy the water!
Is Sailor's Rest, a Romantic and Luxurious Sanctuary pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sailor's Rest, a Romantic and Luxurious Sanctuary ?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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