Grande Bay Resort “Somewhere in the Sun" Studio- Spend the holidays in paradise!
Apartment in Cruz Bay
4 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this apartment rental
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UuI3gJr78c8
Welcome to our studio condo, “Somewhere in the Sun” in the Cruz Bay luxury resort, Grande Bay! Grande Bay is a 48 unit resort directly on Cruz Bay and less than a five minute walk to 'downtown' Cruz Bay with the ferry and all its restaurants, bars and shops. We have spectacular views of the water and harbor with St Thomas in the distance from the balconies. We are in the upper building within Grande Bay, providing more privacy and quiet than the lower building on the street. Use our condo as your base to explore the most beautiful island on earth..."Somewhere in the Sun"!
The Studio
Our studio is perfect for a romantic interlude for two or for a small family getaway. The moment you disembark the ferry on St. John, our on-island property managers will acquaint you to your island home.
Grande Bay Resort features a shared swimming pool and hot tub on a large sun deck, exercise room with treadmills, bikes, elliptical , and various weight equipment, free wireless internet, and 24 hour staffed reception desk and security.
The studio features a king bed in the sleeping area along with nightstands and reading lamps, chest of drawers and a flat screen tv. There is a queen size sleeper sofa in the living/sitting area, so that this unit comfortably sleeps 4. The unit has a fully equipped stainless steel and granite kitchenette with a full refrigerator, sink, microwave, and small electric appliances (coffee maker, blender, toaster, etc.) as well as a 2 burner hot plate and a 4 burner George Foreman grill and a table that sits 4. For your convenience there is also a full size washer and dryer.
Our studio comes fully equipped with high end furnishings in the Caribbean style with many personal touches. We offer a flat screen hi-def cable TV and have high speed internet . The unit is fully air-conditioned with ceiling fans.
But you most likely will just sit on the balcony and enjoy the spectacular view! We have newly installed drink rails and high back chairs for you to relax with your beverage and snacks of choice.
A safe is provided for the storage of your valuables. Beach chairs, beach towels, and coolers are available for your trips to our many beautiful beaches.
Studio units do not have guaranteed parking spaces; however, we have a one-bedroom unit next door which does have a dedicated parking space and is available to our studio guests if there is no one renting the one bedroom unit or they do not have a car. Please let us know if you need parking and we will do our best to accommodate your needs, but please remember we cannot guarantee parking.
One Bedroom Lock-Out unit next door! VRBO #300142 www.vrbo/300142
We also have a one bedroom condo next door! For your convenience, our lock-out condo can be reserved as a two bedroom unit with a full kitchen and two bathrooms, or as a one bedroom unit with a full kitchen and one bathroom, or as a studio unit with a kitchenette and full bathroom. Rates vary according to how it is rented.
Somewhere in the Sun Studio Unit Rates
Summer 2024. 6/1/24 - 10/15/24. $275.00
Fall Nightly Rate 10/16/24 - 12/17/24. $335.00
Holiday 2024/2025 12/18/24 - 1/4/25 $420.00
Nightly Rate 2025 1/5/25- 5/31/25 $345.00
You can rent both Somewhere in the Sun units (one bedroom and studio) together as
2 Bedroom Suite
Summer 2024. 6/1/24 - 10/15/24. $575.00
Fall Nightly Rate 2024 10/16/24 - 12/17/24. $600.00
Holiday 2024/2025 12/18/24- 1/4/25 $725.00
Nightly Rate 2025 1/5/25 - 5/31/25 $650.00
**** Virgin Islands Hotel Tax is 12.5% and is not included in the above rates.
What To Do!
From the resort, you can walk/ hike to two of the most beautiful beaches, Solomon and Honeymoon, in 30 minutes along the National Park Service trail through the woods. Or enjoy a new solar -powered golf cart shuttle service that will pick you up at Caneel Bay Resort and bring you to Honeymoon Beach, where you will find food, drinks, and rentals that include chairs, kayaks and paddle boards. Or rent a car or take a readily available taxi to explore the North Shore beaches -- some of the very best in the world. In ten minutes you will be at Hawksnest, and then Oppenheimer, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Maho Bay all within the National Park,and all just as beautiful post-hurricane. Beach towels, chairs and coolers are provided with the unit, so pack a lunch and make it a day. After a day at the beach, relax pool side or sit in the hot tub and soak in the view. You might be inspired to work out in the resort fitness center with the best views imaginable. There are treadmills, elipticals, bikes, weights, and a pilates machine available. In the evening, walk to one of the many bars or restaurants in town, or just sit on the balcony again and watch the sun set as you eat your dinner (take-out is available!)
Relax and enjoy this very special spot. We are certain that you will love St John and Grande Bay as much as we do and return again and again!
Follow us on Instagram! #somewhere_in_the_sun_condos
Welcome to Grande Bay!
https://youtu.be/UuI3gJr78c8?si=eXl8kRFY24ghxkHs
Welcome to our studio condo, “Somewhere in the Sun” in the Cruz Bay luxury resort, Grande Bay! Grande Bay is a 48 unit resort directly on Cruz Bay and less than a five minute walk to 'downtown' Cruz Bay with the ferry and all its restaurants, bars and shops. We have spectacular views of the water and harbor with St Thomas in the distance from the balconies. We are in the upper building within Grande Bay, providing more privacy and quiet than the lower building on the street. Use our condo as your base to explore the most beautiful island on earth..."Somewhere in the Sun"!
The Studio
Our studio is perfect for a romantic interlude for two or for a small family getaway. The moment you disembark the ferry on St. John, our on-island property managers will acquaint you to your island home.
Grande Bay Resort features a shared swimming pool and hot tub on a large sun deck, exercise room with treadmills, bikes, elliptical , and various weight equipment, free wireless internet, and 24 hour staffed reception desk and security.
The studio features a king bed in the sleeping area along with nightstands and reading lamps, chest of drawers and a flat screen tv. There is a queen size sleeper sofa in the living/sitting area, so that this unit comfortably sleeps 4. The unit has a fully equipped stainless steel and granite kitchenette with a full refrigerator, sink, microwave, and small electric appliances (coffee maker, blender, toaster, etc.) as well as a 2 burner hot plate and a 4 burner George Foreman grill and a table that sits 4. For your convenience there is also a full size washer and dryer.
Our studio comes fully equipped with high end furnishings in the Caribbean style with many personal touches. We offer a flat screen hi-def cable TV and have high speed internet . The unit is fully air-conditioned with ceiling fans.
But you most likely will just sit on the balcony and enjoy the spectacular view! We have newly installed drink rails and high back chairs for you to relax with your beverage and snacks of choice.
A safe is provided for the storage of your valuables. Beach chairs, beach towels, and coolers are available for your trips to our many beautiful beaches.
Studio units do not have guaranteed parking spaces; however, we have a one-bedroom unit next door which does have a dedicated parking space and is available to our studio guests if there is no one renting the one bedroom unit or they do not have a car. Please let us know if you need parking and we will do our best to accommodate your needs, but please remember we cannot guarantee parking.
One Bedroom Lock-Out unit next door! VRBO #300142 www.vrbo/300142
We also have a one bedroom condo next door! For your convenience, our lock-out condo can be reserved as a two bedroom unit with a full kitchen and two bathrooms, or as a one bedroom unit with a full kitchen and one bathroom, or as a studio unit with a kitchenette and full bathroom. Rates vary according to how it is rented.
Somewhere in the Sun Studio Unit Rates
Summer 2024. 6/1/24 - 10/15/24. $275.00
Fall Nightly Rate 10/16/24 - 12/17/24. $335.00
Holiday 2024/2025 12/18/24 - 1/4/25 $420.00
Nightly Rate 2025 1/5/25- 5/31/25 $345.00
You can rent both Somewhere in the Sun units (one bedroom and studio) together as
2 Bedroom Suite
Summer 2024. 6/1/24 - 10/15/24. $575.00
Fall Nightly Rate 2024 10/16/24 - 12/17/24. $600.00
Holiday 2024/2025 12/18/24- 1/4/25 $725.00
Nightly Rate 2025 1/5/25 - 5/31/25 $650.00
**** Virgin Islands Hotel Tax is 12.5% and is not included in the above rates.
What To Do!
From the resort, you can walk/ hike to two of the most beautiful beaches, Solomon and Honeymoon, in 30 minutes along the National Park Service trail through the woods. Or enjoy a new solar -powered golf cart shuttle service that will pick you up at Caneel Bay Resort and bring you to Honeymoon Beach, where you will find food, drinks, and rentals that include chairs, kayaks and paddle boards. Or rent a car or take a readily available taxi to explore the North Shore beaches -- some of the very best in the world. In ten minutes you will be at Hawksnest, and then Oppenheimer, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay, Maho Bay all within the National Park,and all just as beautiful post-hurricane. Beach towels, chairs and coolers are provided with the unit, so pack a lunch and make it a day. After a day at the beach, relax pool side or sit in the hot tub and soak in the view. You might be inspired to work out in the resort fitness center with the best views imaginable. There are treadmills, elipticals, bikes, weights, and a pilates machine available. In the evening, walk to one of the many bars or restaurants in town, or just sit on the balcony again and watch the sun set as you eat your dinner (take-out is available!)
Relax and enjoy this very special spot. We are certain that you will love St John and Grande Bay as much as we do and return again and again!
Follow us on Instagram! #somewhere_in_the_sun_condos
Welcome to Grande Bay!
https://youtu.be/UuI3gJr78c8?si=eXl8kRFY24ghxkHs
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Gym or Fitness Center
Map of Cruz Bay
$$$$
Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This is our 3rd time staying in the somewhere in the sun studio. Everything was perfect. Cant beat the location. Jack is a pleasure to book with and Rachelle was great communicating with us before arriving. Will stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a wonderful stay. It was great to be so close to restaurants and shops, but far enough removed that you don’t feel you can escape. The pool offered a great place to unwind after a day at the beach. Lastly, sunsets were magnificent from the balcony each night! Would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
My daughter and I greatly enjoyed our stay here. Everything was excellent, from the view and amenities to the staff service to the extremely easy and convenient location. Just a 5 minute walk to the ferry and "downtown" Cruz Bay and just a couple min walk to so many fun bars and restaurants (The Beach Bar, High Tide, The Terrace, Cafe Roma, Rum Hut, Longboard). Also just a 10 min walk to Mongoose Junction shopping plaza and the trailhead to Honeymoon and Salomon beaches. We loved it all!
4.0 / 5.0
No elevator 65 year old people had to climb 25 steps
5.0 / 5.0
Property was great,
5.0 / 5.0
This property is exactly as advertised. It is super clean and very convenient. I would highly recommend it to those with a StJohn vaction to plan. The owner is very responsive and easy to communicate with. Hoping to book next year asap!.
5.0 / 5.0
View was even prettier than the pics. The room was so nice and quiet. It had every thing. I would recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Room was well maintained. We had an issue with the dryer and it was resolved promptly. Its a great location well located.
5.0 / 5.0
The rental was very clean (minus a few bags of laundry stuffed under the bed when we arrived) and the perfect amount of space. Washer and dryer is convenient, many things included. Full size kitchen, great bathroom space. Outdoor area is great for people watching. We would absolutely come back again!
5.0 / 5.0
We enjoyed the property, the cleanliness and the convenient location of the condo immensely. It was everything we were looking for.
Would stay again.
5.0 / 5.0
Our favorite place that we have stayed on STJ!
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent location and everything as stated was at the place. Would stay here again
5.0 / 5.0
The place was easy and accessible to every where we wanted to go.
Nice accommodations and a great location.
Guest Happy hour was fun!!
5.0 / 5.0
We very much enjoyed our stay. Everything was just as described. Such an easy walk to Cruz Bay for dining or to catch a taxi. We arrived at 10am and were able to leave our luggage in the lobby, and head to the beach until our room was ready. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Was a wonderful stay great location
5.0 / 5.0
We found the condo to be quite comfortable and had all we wanted. Also, it is conveniently located in Cruz Bay -- one can walk to many restaurants, the ferry dock, and other sites.
5.0 / 5.0
Great location, walking distance to everything you need!
5.0 / 5.0
This is the 2nd time we have stayed at here and it’s been perfect. Can’t beat the location and Jack is easy to work with and responds quickly.
5.0 / 5.0
Was amazing and close to everything Cruz Bay has to offer. We definitely rent again!
5.0 / 5.0
Great access to Cruz Bay and ample beach-going supplies provided!
5.0 / 5.0
We loved everything about this condo. The accessibility to downtown/taxis, the comfy bed, pool/hot tub and safeness of the area. Great vacation!
5.0 / 5.0
Always Great
Repeat customer. You can’t beat the location, accommodations and attentiveness. We will always come back when visiting STJ.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice- clean -convenient!
This property was very easy. Easy to come and go, easy to park, easy to go downtown, easy to cook, easy to head out to a beach or a hike. Easy to go downtown and grab a bite or a drink. If you are looking for convenience, this is your place! We would love to stay again.
The only improvements we would suggest: a new mattress
5.0 / 5.0
Loved Our Stay !!!
I have been coming to St John for years, and this was my first time staying at Grande Bay. This trip was a combination of our yearly visit, and a Sweet 16 birthday present for my daughter. The studio provided a space large enough for everyone.
Raschelle was a gift, and made our stay even more enjoyable.
We highly recommend !
5.0 / 5.0
Another Great Stay at Grande Bay
This was our second time at Grande Bay, but first in this unit. The unit had plenty of room for our family of four and all our stuff. Our trip was made easier by all the included amenities including beach chairs, coolers, pool noodles and even the assortment of household goods in the unit.
The property manager and owner were amazing and very responsive to all our questions.
We highly recommend this place for a relaxing St John vacation that offers privacy but keeps you close to the action of Cruz Bay.
4.0 / 5.0
Enjoyable
Property was clean and equipped with lots of items to make the stay enjoyable. Property is located close to Island attractions. Very convenient location.
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent Stay and accommodation
We loved our stay as always at Grand Bay. Rachelle was great to work with and super accommodating. The property was beautiful and just what we were looking for to get away. Grand Bay is great because if it’s proximity to everything. We will definitely visit again!
5.0 / 5.0
Great getaway
Property was clean and well equipped with everything we wanted and needed. John kept us apprised of updates to enter the USVI ahead of our stay and Rachelle guided us through check-in and was available throughout our visit. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
5.0 / 5.0
Had everything we needed
Clean, well kept, nice view/patio. Washer/dryer with large capacity. Great location by town.
5.0 / 5.0
Best Location
Everything from start to finish was great. The condo was perfect - especially the patio with views of the bay. We really liked how close this was to all the town amenities - restaurants etc. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect little getaway
The Grand Bay is the best place to stay on the island in our opinion. It is close to everything and has some beautiful views. This studio was perfect for the two of us. It is spacious, clean, and truly everything you are looking for. There was a slight hiccup when we arrived regarding the room keys but we were able to have that taken care of right away. The property manager was responsive and helpful in every way, and was a simple text message away. The room comes with a much needed washer and dryer and a little kitchen too, to store snacks and such. The bed was super comfortable, which we actually weren’t expecting, given the other properties we have stayed at on the island, so that was an added bonus. We were also even able to have a parking spot in the garage last minute, which was great and we were very thankful. All in all, we would absolutely stay at Jack’s place again. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful stay in St. John
We loved this property! The location is great and so convenient to restaurants, shopping, beaches, grocery, etc. The owner was very responsive and helpful with any questions or information needed. The property management was also the same. We loved our time here and can’t wait to come back…will stay again!
5.0 / 5.0
Vacation
Wonderful unit. Great location. Comfortable bed!
5.0 / 5.0
Very nice place and very clean. We had a wonderful time and would stay at your place again.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo with guest. It was beautiful and nice and clean. We would stay again. We love St John.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect!
The condo was perfect for my husband and I with amenities galore including beach towels and chairs as well as a washer and dryer and a beautifully located pool! One suggestion would be to possibly replace the lock on the locker where beach equipment is kept; the combination lock appears somewhat aged and the numbers on the lock were quite small and dark and difficult to navigate especially in the garage which isn’t especially well lit. But we figured it out and the overall experience was fantastic! Thank you, Jack, will definitely recommend your condo to anyone traveling to St. John!
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful Unit
Great unit, awesome location and wonderful communication with PM and Owner. The unit was updated, clean and spacious. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing trip!
We had an amazing time staying at Grande bay! The condo is beautiful and has great views! The pool and hot tub area is really nice! The location is perfect and is walking distance to many restaurants! The company that manages the condo is great! We had a problem with the coffee maker and it was replaced immediately! I would recommend trying to level the nightstand with a piece of wood or something we used a towel while we were there. Also black out drapery might be nice to help with the light in the morning. We had a great time staying here and would definitely return!
5.0 / 5.0
Return vistors
Love St John will be back again
5.0 / 5.0
My Happy Place!
Very peaceful and full of amenities that got so much use for the 4 days we stayed. We had difficulty finding the place but a text to the manager got a quick response that led us right to the place. Much is within walking distance including NPS Visitor Center, restaurants and retail stores. We rented a jeep on St.Thomas and took the car ferry over. Luckily it was off season so parking wasn't an issue at the Grande Bay. Even though it was a studio it was large and with a full size refrigerator. The ice machine in the garage just make blender drinks so much easier. And yes, there's a blender, 2 coffee machines, a toaster and hot plate. The secured storage in the garage gave us access to beach chairs, a cooler and more. On site the pool and hottub are nice way to relax after a day snorkeling and hiking. Thanks for including those extras so we didn't have to worry about those added expenses. We hope to be back to bring other family members.
5.0 / 5.0
“Somewhere in the Sun”
We loved “Somewhere in the Sun” studio at Grande Bay Resort. Super clean, comfortable, spacious, gorgeous views, awesome pool and jacuzzi and prime location. John and Rachelle were great to communicate with. Can’t wait to come back :)
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?
The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is $1,222 per night. This rental is $547 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Grande Bay Resort “Somewhere in the Sun" Studio- Spend the holidays in paradise!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Grande Bay Resort “Somewhere in the Sun" Studio- Spend the holidays in paradise!. Enjoy the water!
Is Grande Bay Resort “Somewhere in the Sun" Studio- Spend the holidays in paradise! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Grande Bay Resort “Somewhere in the Sun" Studio- Spend the holidays in paradise!?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and laundry.
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