'Oooolala' ....you'll love this vacation home... 'iola'

Sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
5.0
Outstanding(123 Reviews)

House in St. John

4 guests · 3 bedrooms · 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 essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more

About this house rental

You'll find villa 'iola' nestled atop 'Sugarbird Hill' and off the beaten path for a truly island feel in Coral Bay. Discover the pleasing, out of the way neighborhood beaches and hiking trails.
From 'Iola' you'll partake in stunning beach and ocean views to the east and west and also virgin national park mountain views to the north from huge custom-made mahogany arched windows and your deck.
This villa sits on its own, lush, out of the way acre .of land
Gaze from John Folly Bay, past Treasure Island' and out to the BVI. With a turn you'll see the other side of the island at Grootpan Bay to the ocean. Enjoy an open floor plan and high vaulted beamed ceiling on the upper level.
The large upper kitchen is granite and well equipped for making your own gourmet delights Enjoy lounging in the sea breezes of the tradewinds from the screened open air porch.
Have an elegant twilight evening barbecuing in the brick and stone upper level courtyard.


HONEYMOONER'S welcome: Iola is really the 'penthouse' for honeymooner's. It is open, large and airy. hear the surf sounds, birds and nature. beside the ocean you will also view the untouched hillsides of the National Park's Minna Hill. Easy assess to beaches and restaurants. It's just a 5 minute walk to 'The Tourist Trap' outdoor bar/restaurant where you grab a bite and the bus if you don't want to drive.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

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Reviews

5.0
Outstanding(123 Reviews)
5.0
Apr 2024
We will be here at this beautiful property on this fantastic island forever in our heart! St. John is a treasure that shouldn't be missed. The word incredible is almost not enough to describe it, its more than that. What made our visit to St. John perfection was the choice we made to stay at "Iola" with its wonderful hosts. Jones and Margie are so friendly and gracious. They are top notch! The villa was exceptional in every way. It was clean, comfortable and perfectly furnished, inside and out. They have thought of everything including beach towels, beach chairs and coolers, which made enjoying the island and the beaches so much more enjoyable. The views from the villa are the kind that take you in and make you never want to leave. You lay in bed at night and watch the stars, you hear the surf an feel the tradewinds take you to the most restful sleep and when the sun rises...its paradise in every direction you look. We are so thankful we picked Iola for our stay and already are talking about when we can visit again! Thank you Jones and Margie!!!
5.0
Apr 2024
We so enjoyed our time at Iola. House was beautiful and location was great. Close to hiking trails, snorkeling, and a beach. Views from all around were beautiful. Would definitely stay here again!
5.0
Mar 2024
Beautiful views. Clean and well furnished home and friendly hosts that are there when you need them and unnoticed when you don't. The hermit crab recycling crew is worth the stay alone :) The Coral Bay side of St John is off the beaten track but has beautiful salt pond beach nearby and close by restaurants and a market. The north shore beaches are not too far away. Cruz Bay is a 37 minute drive that is an adventure in itself. Highly recommend.
5.0
Mar 2024
The view out the windows is stunning. This definitely made the trip a success. We were up high overlooking several islands and the water. We could catch the sunrise on a right corner of one set of windows. The porch was a job to set outside on. The owners maintain plants around the house that are a labor of love for sure. I can say staying here is the best way to see St. Johns. There is a full kitchen. The air conditioned room really does work. Plenty of space. The wifi works with movies just fine. Verizon has trouble, but get the Verizon International Plan and you can connect to the British Virgin Islands just fine (called "FLOW")($100 for a month). Hot spot works too that way. We were there 1.5 weeks. This is a great place. Highly recommend and the only way we will do the Virgin Islands.
5.0
Mar 2024
My wife and I stayed for 2 weeks and loved every minute of it! We've been coming to St J for over 20 years and would highly recommend Iola if you want to be in Coral Bay. The house has everything you need from beach chairs to a fully stocked kitchen and plenty of privacy (it did not have a hot tub/spa as advertised). The view from the sleeping porch never gets old and is a great way to start each day. "Jones" is an excellent host and built the house. There are LOTS of large windows so the views of mountains, ocean and BVI's are everywhere! The outdoor areas are finely maintained/landscaped and we spent lots of time enjoying them. The pictures are all accurate, but don't quite do it justice. We love the North Shore beaches, but Salt Pond is a 3 minute drive and is spectacular. Hansen Bay Beach is about 20 minutes and is a lesser known beach with lounge chairs, plenty of shade (which you will want) and kayaks and paddle boards for rent. Great house, great hosts and a GREAT TIME!
5.0
Feb 2024
We enjoyed our stay at Iola so much. The views are drop dead gorgeous. Everything was perfect. The kitchen had everything you could ever need to cook. The bedroom was perfect with king size bed and a porch bed. The hosts were perfect and we loved that they left us mimosa fixings for our 50 wedding anniversary. We totally were fascinated with the crab feeding station.
5.0
Feb 2024
Perfect - thoughtfully appointed, beautiful, even better than the pictures. We really enjoyed our stay, I just can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our time at Iola.
5.0
Jan 2024
This is our third time staying at the beautiful Iola villa. We stayed for two weeks this time. Once again, we loved it. Phil and Marge are fantastic hosts. So helpful when asked for advice but also mindful of maintaining our privacy. The location has a beautiful view and enjoys a constant breeze. And Coral Bay is wonderful. We will be back! John and Martha

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in St. John?

The average price for a rental in St. John is R 14,820 per night. This rental is R 7,465 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at 'Oooolala' ....you'll love this vacation home... 'iola' . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is 'Oooolala' ....you'll love this vacation home... 'iola' pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at 'Oooolala' ....you'll love this vacation home... 'iola' ?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.

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