A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(32 Ratings)

Apartment in Cruz Bay

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this apartment rental

El Nido is our home away from home, and we love the time we get to spend here when we can. With cathedral ceilings throughout and very tastefully decorated with lots of teak furniture and original artwork, El Nido is the definition of a relaxed stay on St. John. A fully stocked kitchen with new appliances and everything you'll need for your stay is here. One large bedroom with air conditioning allows for two adults to live comfortably. Being on the third floor allows for gorgeous views of the Caribbean Sea and Little St. James and Pillsbury Sound. The Caneel Bay trail is literally steps away which connects to the National Park trail system and will take you to Cruz Bay, the north shore beaches and all of the National Park trails.
We know you'll enjoy staying here as much as we do!

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Cruz Bay

Nearby attractions

Charlotte Amalie Overlook

15 mi

Tree Limin' Extreme Zipline St. Thomas

17.4 mi

Skyride to Paradise Point

14.3 mi

Christmas Cove

6.1 mi

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A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

££££

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(32 Ratings)

Apartment in Cruz Bay

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Pool

Air conditioner

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Cruz Bay

Nearby attractions

Charlotte Amalie Overlook

15 mi

Tree Limin' Extreme Zipline St. Thomas

17.4 mi

Skyride to Paradise Point

14.3 mi

Christmas Cove

6.1 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0

Outstanding(32 Ratings)

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

This place was conveniently located and had everything that we needed. Would highly recommend staying here.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

The most beautiful view from the big balcony. This condo made us feel like at home. Everything you needed was there for you. Wifi worked great. A most comfortable breeze from the south windows really coiled rhe pkace off, even rhough we used rhe ac in the bedroom at night. The kitchen was large and had everything you needed. The pool was really nice. Parking for one vehichle right next to the steps. This place was perfect. Close to the ferry, grocery shopping at Dolphin Market, etc. Communications with both the owner and property manager were spot on. Manager Trevor met us there and gave us the details we needed. He made us feel at home. I'd reccomend this beautiful condo to anyone looking for a place near Cruz bay with a beautiful view.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Very convenient location and beautiful view! Owners and property manager, Trevor, were very helpful and accommodating.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

We loved the view, needed a car for sure. Absolutely no communication from host before the stay, pretty stressful. We emailed a few times and even up until an hour before check in no word. He called and said father-in-law passed away so he was sorry. Property manager gave us some money for dinner while cleaning crews cleaned up. Overall great place just stressful at first!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2024

First time staying on Cruz Bay side, location was very conveniently located off of Centerline Road. Condo was clean with plenty of space for the two of us. Neighbors and the local animals were slighlty noisy but wasn't a deal breaker. One downside, we put together one of the puzzles and it was missing a couple of pieces, LOL!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

This was the perfect home base for us for a week of beach going, snorkeling, and hiking. The patio is very spacious with lovely furniture and a spectacular view. The kitchen is also a huge selling point. While not big, it was better equipped for cooking than any VRBO we’ve ever rented and very functional. We appreciated the adjacent spur trail to the main hiking path and used it often. Thanks to the hosts and Dena the property manager!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2023

The condo had everything we needed for a great home base as we explored the island. We loved relaxing on the porch in the mornings and at sunset.

4.0 / 5.0

Nov 2023

Pros: Beautiful location overlooking the bay. Kitchen is modern and well stocked with all the things we needed to cook. We loved the deck with the chaise lounges. Pool and pool area is nice. Condo was clean. Dena was lovely to deal with. Cons: AC in bedroom was very loud and didn't cool the room much. Mattress and pillows uncomfortable. On one of the beach chairs, the backpack part was ripped and didn't work so we had to carry it. Just be aware there's no dishwasher, and washer dryer is not located in the condo. But honestly it served us well for our trip.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

This villa is the perfect spot for a private vacation, but still close to town, beaches, etc. Loved it!

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

Nice location. Great views. It was a wonderful spot for a relaxing vacation away from the cold weather.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2023

We had a great stay at El Nido. The kitchen had all the equipment for a few breakfasts and dinners at home. The view from the patio was gorgeous. It's nicely perched on the hill to take advantage of the breeze. Furniture was generally comfortable. Wifi was good. There was some road noise later into the morning but nothing too disruptive. Would definitely recommend to other couples visiting St. John.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2023

My husband & I enjoyed our stay! Clean property, great location and amazing view of the sunset!!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

Pleasantly surprised w the unit. Beautiful new deck, w comfortable lounge chairs and outdoor dining. Had all the amenities you’d want… Gorgeous views of Chocolate hole, Cruz Bay, etc. Location made it nice to access South or North shores. AC in bedroom although the open rafters made it difficult to cool. Everything else was exceptional.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

We loved this property. Gorgeous views, close ride to downtown. Would recommend getting a Jeep Rental to explore island and get around. The condo was beautiful! Bedroom stays cool with the AC and the rest of the condo stayed cool with the breeze. Condo development quiet and pool was a great. A must stay!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

There's something special about St. John and this property is perfect! It was spacious (just me and my husband), the view is amazing, the location was great, and the winds kept things cool! We were able to check in early on our arrival day and the property is very clean. I would highly recommend!

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Perfect couple getaway

Perfect couple getaway

Great location. Perfect size. Wonderful view. Cool cross breeze. Quiet. Well equipped and immaculate

5.0 / 5.0

May 2022

Beautiful and convenient location!

Beautiful and convenient location!

We loved staying at El Nido for our week in St John! The location was incredibly convenient to Cruz Bay area, with a beautiful view and a nice modern unit. The decor was great, amenities exactly what we needed for a week! The greeter was easy to work with, gave us some tips for while on island as well. We can’t wait to return to the island!

4.0 / 5.0

Mar 2022

Get-away at El Nido

Get-away at El Nido

This one bedroom condo was great choice for us. Panoramic 180+ view to the southwest from the deck, cool breezes - so no need for AC, comfortable bed, lots of towels, great shower, well equipped kitchen, plenty of beach stuff for two, and very, very clean. Property manager Dena we rated excellent, and the owner's information packet was one of the best we've ever come across.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2022

Very Happy with this Property

Very Happy with this Property

The property was just as the pictures online showed. No surprises, which was nice. Very clean, plenty of space for 2 people. We enjoyed the large deck every morning and evening. The deck provided more privacy than we expected, as there are no other decks next to you. Good location and nice views of the water. The property manager met us at our car rental's office, we followed her to the unit and she gave a quick tour of the unit which was appreciated.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2022

Would stay here again

Would stay here again

Very clean property in a convenient location. 5 min drive to cruise bay. The bed was comfortable, views were spectacular, and the neighborhood is quiet. Clean pool, convenient laundry, well equipped kitchen, I could go on and on.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

Wow!

Wow!

Great views, comfortable and convenient. Beautifully decorated.

4.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

Great Views & Convenient Location

Great Views & Convenient Location

El Nido is only a few minutes from town, offers outstanding views and National Park access by foot. The unit is recently updated and nicely appointed. If you are a hiker, there is a footpath that gives you direct and immediate access to Caneel Hill Trail in the National Park. You can hike to the lookout in 10 minutes or to Honeymoon Bay, maybe 30 - 40 minutes away. Proximity to Cruz Bay comes with one detraction. The condo complex is close to Centerline Road, which is the main transportation corridor on the island. If you are on the deck during the day, the constant sound of trucks grinding up and down the hill and honking at each other can be annoying. On the other hand, you probably will be out enjoying the island somewhere else, so by the time you get back to the unit the trucks should be parked for the evening. One last thing, our college age son joined us and slept on the pull-out couch in the living room. He said the mattress was not very comfortable and we could hear his every turn through the night. That piece of furniture should be replaced if the unit is represented to sleep more than 2 people.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2022

December Anniversary Trip to St. John

December Anniversary Trip to St. John

We loved staying at El Nido/Estate Pastory and had a great experience! It was well furnished and beautifully decorated! I loved that they had nice beach chairs and beach towels that we could use. So convenient! Our favorite part about the condo was the wonderful deck! The view was great and the furniture was very nice. We enjoyed eating outside at the high top table, and also just lounging out there whenever we could. It was also nice that all the windows had screens and the air flowed through so well. Glenn (the owner) was quick to respond and offered so much helpful information prior to our trip. Their "Welcome Book" was the absolute best I've ever seen! There were pages and pages of helpful information about things to do places to see, helpful numbers, etc. Dena, the property manager, was also very helpful and so easily accessible! She gave us her cell number, and answered all of our questions. While we were there, we had a small problem, and we texted her. She responded right away, and had a handyman (Todd, who was also so nice and helpful) there in literally less than 10 minutes! Overall, we loved our stay and would definitely recommend El Nido to anyone!

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Home away from home

Home away from home

Nice condo. Well Stocked kitchen very clean and beautiful view. I would stay there again

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Dad and daughter scuba trip

Dad and daughter scuba trip

Great place to stay for scuba diving on St. John. Not too far from Cruz Bay where all restaurants are located. Grocery store on way there to stop and pick up goodies after getting off of ferry. Property manager is very attentive and made sure we arrived at condo without any issues.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful view with great amenities

Beautiful view with great amenities

We had a wonderful stay at El Nido. We loved grilling dinner outside, enjoying the beautiful view from the terrace as we ate, and swimming in the pool. They also had beach chairs, towels, and a cooler available, as well as a great list describing each of St. John’s beautiful beaches. Glenn, Debbie, and their property manager were communicative and easy to reach.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Great vacation spot!

Great vacation spot!

Truly wonderful vacation spot!! Clean, beautiful condo with breathtaking view!

5.0 / 5.0

May 2021

What an experience!

What an experience!

The property was lovely. It was clean and it had everything we need. The property manager was very helpful. We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen had everything we needed. We felt comfortable and safe. We are dinner on the deck every night and watched the sunset.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2021

St Jon Vibe

St Jon Vibe

We had a great time on island and staying at this VRBO just made it so easy to get around. Very close and convenient to Cruz Bay!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2020

Perfect Break

Perfect Break

Comfortable. Loved the Kitchen and the cookware. Close to Cruz bay. Look forward to returning.

2.0 / 5.0

Mar 2020

Beautiful island? Yes. Relaxing accommodations? No.

Beautiful island? Yes. Relaxing accommodations? No.

Don't get me wrong - I LOVE St. John. The island will always have my heart. However, our stay was less than ideal. Upon arrival (a month before arrival) I had asked about some construction with the patio that the owner was 95% sure it would be complete (in Nov) in January. We stayed mid Feb. I get, its island living and you can't predict that. Okay, bummer. I trusted and now we can't have a space outside (we live in MN where we dream of our vacations!) Not a make or break as we will be outside all day, etc. After a full 12 hours start to finish of travel we finally arrive. Only to be told that the construction will be starting on the deck with jack hammers and pounding at 7 am the next morning and would last through our entire week. Great. They tried to make it up to us with a $100 dinner gift certificate, but that definitely takes away from being able to get some much needed R&R in the mornings to sleep in. What I am upset about is that the neighbors downstairs said the couple that stayed the week before us was never told this information either. So they KNEW this would be going on, but lied and said it wasn't communicated to them until the day BEFORE we arrived. So yeah, am I a little annoyed, YES! I have to pull and draw all shades as there is no privacy with 3-4 men pounding away on the deck. We needed a cooler for the beach and we definitely couldn't find that in the unit, so we had to try to make do with a very small one for sale at a local shop. A few more beach towels would have been nice. We stayed our last 3 nights at Island Abodes that had all the things we needed and was a much better experience overall. Would not choose this place again.

5.0 / 5.0

Feb 2020

Great little property near downtown

Great little property near downtown

This is a great place to stay without all the noise and bustle of staying directly downtown. Just a 3 minute drive into town. The condo is nicely appointed and recently renovated. Brand new porch with great sunset views and twinkling St. Thomas off in the distance. Best view in the entire complex.

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?

The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is £674 per night. This rental is £411 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!. 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 A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!. Enjoy the water!

Is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

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Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

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Map of Cruz Bay

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A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!

Apartment in Cruz Bay

Reasons to book

About this apartment rental

Amenities

Map of Cruz Bay

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?

Is parking included with this apartment?

Is there a pool at this apartment?

Is A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay! pet friendly?

What amenities are available at A very special condominium just minutes from Cruz Bay!?

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