Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!
5.0
Outstanding(59 Reviews)Cottage in Cruz Bay
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
Featured on HGTV’s ‘Caribbean Life’, Meritage Cottage has everything you need to experience paradise.
Meritage Cottage is situated on a scenic hillside of the very desirable location of Chocolate Hole, Cruz Bay.
Just a short four-minute drive from the ferry dock and downtown Cruz Bay where you can find the best restaurants and shopping on the island.
The Cottage overlooks the Caribbean Ocean. Enjoy your private sundeck with jacuzzi. It is perfect for sunbathing (clothing optional) by day to stargazing by night. You can relax and soak up the Caribbean sun. It is the ideal place for a honeymoon or a romantic getaway.
Listen to the surf roll in from Hart Bay Beach which is just a short five-minute car ride down from the cottage.
From the decks, you can see in the distance the islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas which make the perfect spot for morning coffee,
We look forward to hearing from you.
Linda & Randall 🌴🍹🍸
If you need additional space, we also rent out Meritage Great House/4 bed/4 bath . listing#204713
Please check our complete details at meritagestjohn. com
Meritage’ is a term created to describe high quality wines made from noble grapes using traditional blending techniques and methods. Meritage wines are red or white wines crafted solely from specific "noble" Bordeaux grape varieties and are considered to be the very best wines of the vintage.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Keywords: Villa Home
Meritage Cottage is situated on a scenic hillside of the very desirable location of Chocolate Hole, Cruz Bay.
Just a short four-minute drive from the ferry dock and downtown Cruz Bay where you can find the best restaurants and shopping on the island.
The Cottage overlooks the Caribbean Ocean. Enjoy your private sundeck with jacuzzi. It is perfect for sunbathing (clothing optional) by day to stargazing by night. You can relax and soak up the Caribbean sun. It is the ideal place for a honeymoon or a romantic getaway.
Listen to the surf roll in from Hart Bay Beach which is just a short five-minute car ride down from the cottage.
From the decks, you can see in the distance the islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas which make the perfect spot for morning coffee,
We look forward to hearing from you.
Linda & Randall 🌴🍹🍸
If you need additional space, we also rent out Meritage Great House/4 bed/4 bath . listing#204713
Please check our complete details at meritagestjohn. com
Meritage’ is a term created to describe high quality wines made from noble grapes using traditional blending techniques and methods. Meritage wines are red or white wines crafted solely from specific "noble" Bordeaux grape varieties and are considered to be the very best wines of the vintage.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Keywords: Villa Home
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Cruz Bay
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(59 Reviews)5.0
We had a wonderful romantic getaway at meritage . Linda is top notch ! We had an unforgettable experience. One minor thing that would improve the experience would be to cut / trim the small trees that are partially blocking the gorgeous views . Overall we had an incredible time and we’d love to come back to meritage .
5.0
First 2 days were constant blackouts no electricity owners should invest in a generator if they plan to continue to rent out their cottage , problems with the hot tub wouldn’t change temperature at all only when it wanted to and when it did change it would stay that way for example same day it was 96 degrees not warm enough and last day it was 105 which was too hot ,
Owners make you takeout your own trash even though it should be their responsibility to take out the trash cause a lot of visitors and tourist shouldn’t have to stress about finding a dumpster in a place they’ve never been to.
Water goes out with the electricity so if the power goes out make sure to buy a pack of water bottles. We had no water for 2 mornings straight, would’ve loved the heads up that electricity blackout = no water
Only good things were the view , the cleanliness, and the house manger Abby, the maintenance team and the cleaning team. All 3 were amazing in making the best of our experience on St John.
The owners need to put effort into providing a comfortable great experience for those who rent their cottage .
5.0
overall they property was nice. they cottage was sprayed for roaches, but it didnt help.
5.0
This place was fantastic, it had everything we needed, felt secluded/remote, but still was very conveniently located to get to all the places we wanted to go. Fantastic view, including sunsets, and Abby was very helpful with everything. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Ideal property for a couple staying on St John. Spectacular views and sunsets.
We stayed at Meritage cottage for two weeks in January and had a lovely time exploring all of the beaches in St John, plus trips to the British Virgin Islands and Lovango.
Abby did a great job of looking after us!
5.0
Cute, very clean in a great location. Onsite manager
( Abbey ) was fantastic. I would book this home again.
5.0
My wife and I decided to celebrate our 25th anniversary on St. John, and picked Linda & Randall’s Meritage Cottage to stay. After visiting there for a week, we both agree this is a wonderful little cottage, perfect for two, with great views over the hills and shore outside Cruz Bay. Our favorite spot was the porch, relaxing and taking in the views and breeze from the water. Cruz Bay was just a few minutes drive, and access to the rest of the island was just as easy (assuming you have a Jeep.) Abby (the local manager and caretaker) ensured everything was in perfect shape for our visit, and after meeting us in Cruz Bay, escorted us to the cottage and made sure we were comfortable with everything there. The cottage has a very fast and powerful air conditioner, which we only had to turn on in the late afternoons when we returned. Otherwise, ocean breezes were very effective at keeping the cottage comfortable during the night and into the morning. The cottage has a small but efficient gas stove, gas grill, and regular refrigerator if you want to prepare meals there. WiFi and internet access was spotless, and while the cottage had a nice television, we can’t make any comment on the cable quality as we didn’t watch TV while we were there. Likewise, the hot tub looked clean and inviting, but we’re just not hot tub people.
If you’re a couple planning a visiting St. John, Meritage Cottage should be first on your list to stay.
5.0
We really enjoyed the property. It was away Fri from the hustle and bustle and nice and quiet. It had everything we needed and communication was friendly and prompt. We definitely recommend this property and hope to get back someday in the near future. Thank you.
5.0
We had the most restful time of our lives !! Truly a wonderful cottage to spend our vacation on the Island !! It had Everything we needed to relax and Enjoy our time there .. Beautiful views of St. John and St. Thomas . We Enjoyed nights in the Hot Tub drinking daiquiris looking at the night sky , and mornings having coffee watching the iguanas in the trees below getting sun ! We cannot wait to come back !!
5.0
My new husband and I had a wonderful time at the Meritage Cottage! Very private and a beautiful view! The bigger house is pretty close but we didn’t find it overly disturbing. Our favorite thing was to wake up around 4 and sit outside looking at the stars and listening to the waves crash on the beach below. We are already planning our next visit! Abby was also great and super helpful! We loved her!
5.0
What an amazing cottage with awesome sunsets! Communication was great! We will definitely be staying at this place again in the future!
5.0
The property just what we needed, and the view was gorgeous. The only issue we had was the driving. You might want to let visitors know that the drive to the property is quite steep. We would have probably skipped the car rental had we known the taxi service was great and parking space downtown was so limited. Being a couple of flatlanders from Iowa, it took us a couple of days to adjust. Other than that, it was perfect
5.0
The cottage offers everything you need- it's quite- cant beat the view!
Sad to leave, thank you for welcoming us
Christian and Leigh McEvoy
5.0
Property is in a nice secluded location with a larger house on the same driveway. Staying in the cottage we did not hear the neighbors at all and we felt like we had nice privacy at all times.
5.0
We absolutely loved staying at this cottage. It was the most perfect romantic getaway for my husband and I. It was very clean the hospitality was great and you can’t beat the views. We had the most perfect sunset views. And having breakfast on the deck counting the iguanas in the tree was our favorite morning activity. We left a piece of our hearts at this cottage in St. John and we plan to book here every year. We have finally found our forever home away from home.
5.0
All About Location
Views were amazing. Cottage cosy for two people but too close to large rental next door. Would explain to guests renting cottage to be prepared for noise and lack of concern for future cottage guests.
Would also need to be informed about power outages and lack of water.
5.0
Amazing time
The stay was everything we could have wanted on St. John. The location, amenities, and help made the stay as relaxing and enjoyable as possible.
5.0
Great little cottage with a lovely patio. Easy drive into Cruz Bay. The cottage was stocked with all the essentials (coolers, beach chairs, snorkel). Loved it!
5.0
Perfect for couples
Great little cottage with a lovely patio. Easy drive into Cruz Bay. The cottage was stocked with all the essentials (coolers, beach chairs, snorkel). Loved it!
5.0
We really enjoyed our time at this perfect little cottage. Property Manager and Owners were fantastic. King bed was comfy, kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals & full size fridge was appreciated. The large private deck has ridiculously beautiful views! Hot Tub was great after full days exploring St Johns trails and beaches. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck and had fun playing spot the Iguanas (who hang out in the tree tops below in the AM to warm up). The few bug bites were worth it, would absolutely stay here again.
5.0
Super Comfortable Cottage
We really enjoyed our time at this perfect little cottage. Property Manager and Owners were fantastic. King bed was comfy, kitchen had everything we needed to prepare meals & full size fridge was appreciated. The large private deck has ridiculously beautiful views! Hot Tub was great after full days exploring St Johns trails and beaches. We enjoyed our morning coffee on the deck and had fun playing spot the Iguanas (who hang out in the tree tops below in the AM to warm up). The few bug bites were worth it, would absolutely stay here again.
5.0
Our family had a fantastic time staying at Meritage cottage. The cottage itself was immaculately clean and easy to find. Abby the property manager was very personable and made our family feel welcomed. The view is incredible with stunning views of Hart Bay and St. Thomas in the distance. The location is really close to The Dolphin Market, ( near the Westin) if you should need provisions. It is also within 10 minutes to all of the best beaches. We couldn't recommend this property more.
5.0
A Wonderful Rental Property
Our family had a fantastic time staying at Meritage cottage. The cottage itself was immaculately clean and easy to find. Abby the property manager was very personable and made our family feel welcomed. The view is incredible with stunning views of Hart Bay and St. Thomas in the distance. The location is really close to The Dolphin Market, ( near the Westin) if you should need provisions. It is also within 10 minutes to all of the best beaches. We couldn't recommend this property more.
5.0
Loved staying here. Close to the Cruz Bay restaurants and shops. Short drive to amazing beaches. Loved that it was secluded. The bugs are no joke though, you will want bug spray whether it’s sitting in the deck or just walking to your car. Beach chairs were a little beat up, but functioned just fine. Abby (the property manager) was very helpful. Chris the owner was great to reach out before the trip and give us tips for travel that were very useful. Would totally return!
5.0
Great Location
Loved staying here. Close to the Cruz Bay restaurants and shops. Short drive to amazing beaches. Loved that it was secluded. The bugs are no joke though, you will want bug spray whether it’s sitting in the deck or just walking to your car. Beach chairs were a little beat up, but functioned just fine. Abby (the property manager) was very helpful. Chris the owner was great to reach out before the trip and give us tips for travel that were very useful. Would totally return!
5.0
A fantastic experience
Comfortable and efficient cottage with great views. We will definitely want to return
5.0
My girlfriend and I stayed for 6 nights. The property manager and owner were very helpful and responsive. Hope to come back soon!
5.0
Great Cottage Near Cruz Bay!
My girlfriend and I stayed for 6 nights. The property manager and owner were very helpful and responsive. Hope to come back soon!
5.0
Couldn’t be happier with our stay at Meritage! Super clean, comfortable king size bed, all the amenities in the kitchen to cook, beach towels, snorkel equipment, chairs and coolers all available. The pool and hot tub were awesome to relax in the evening with a spectacular view! House is just outside of town and not hard to get around to beaches or restaurants- about 10 minutes. The owner was in town doing some work and he couldn’t have been nicer and more accommodating. We will be back and staying here for sure!
5.0
Don’t pass on this place!
Couldn’t be happier with our stay at Meritage! Super clean, comfortable king size bed, all the amenities in the kitchen to cook, beach towels, snorkel equipment, chairs and coolers all available. The pool and hot tub were awesome to relax in the evening with a spectacular view! House is just outside of town and not hard to get around to beaches or restaurants- about 10 minutes. The owner was in town doing some work and he couldn’t have been nicer and more accommodating. We will be back and staying here for sure!
5.0
AHHHHHH!!!!!!! Exactly what was needed!
My Wife and I stayed here at Meritage Cottage, for our 20th Anniversary trip. What an amazing experience. The Cottage was perfect for our getaway, with the amenities that we needed, for our active stay. Plenty of privacy on the deck overlooking Chocolate Hole and 2 other bays, with St. Thomas in the distance, made for amazing sunsets. We enjoyed much of what the island has to offer, from Hiking to secluded beaches, and windy cliffs, snorkeling beautiful reef spots all alone, and exploring the local shoreline by boat and paddleboard. All top notch. The property owner Chris, was super hepful and communicated everything we needed to know up front, and the property manager Abby was an absolute delight. This was our first time on St. John's, and will not be our last!!!
5.0
A perfect place for a couple to relax and enjoy each other & the island.
This was far and away the best location, with an amazing view, gentle breezes, morning rainbows, and a hot tub to ease the stress from the day's activities. We are restored! In desperate need of a pair of kitchen scissors, we purchased a pair to leave as a "house warming" gift...The cottage is very nicely appointed with comfortable seating and beautiful interior lighting, and a covered deck for sitting outside in the rain. Oh, and Abby was a most helpful ally when we got lost in the dark! Love this property!
5.0
Beautiful views!
We had a great time at the cottage. Very close to Cruz bay, great location, beautiful sunsets and overall a comfortable and relaxing stay here. Would highly recommend!
5.0
Perfect Location! Perfect Week
Meritage Cottage was a perfect spot for my wife and I to spend our honeymoon. Everything about the location and listing of the property was spot on and just as beautiful as advertised. The communication with the house and manager was easy and quick. I could not recommend Meritage Cottage highly enough.
5.0
Chocolate bay home
We had a wonderful time at this beautiful home. The property was much more than we had hoped for. The bed was comfortable, the kitchen well stocked, and the views were amazing. The pool and hot tub were a great way to spend relaxing evenings. Abby was so friendly and helpful. We hope to stay here again one day!
5.0
Best vacation ever !!!
My husband and I just returned from the best vacation we have ever been on and it had everything to do with our rental home !! Well ok the beaches are pretty fantastic too !! The owner Chris was exceptional in every way !! Flexible and generous are the two words that come to mind. This home is far beyond what the pictures show and we will most definitely be coming back. Every little detail is covered for you as a guest you don’t have to think about beach chairs or coolers or even snorkel equipment!!
We could not have been happier with our experience in St.John !!
Thank you Chris !!
It was such a pleasure to have met you and are looking forward to seeing you again soon !!
Kind Regards
Dan and Nicole Zimmerman
5.0
Amazing little cottage perfect for two.
The house was amazing, the views were breathtaking. We plan to visit every year.
5.0
Beautiful view and close to town! Def need a jeep!!!
The place was immaculate and there were views in all directions 💖 Def need a jeep but really great! Thanks Chris and Abby!
5.0
Perfect cottage for a couple
My husband and I had a fantastic vacation in St. John's, and loved our home away from home. It had everything we needed and was very comfy. The porch is awesome, and having the grill ready to go was wonderful since we caught a couple fish on our boating trip! We enjoyed being tucked away in the forest with a gorgeous view, while having Cruz Bay a short drive away. We highly recommend staying here, you will be well taken care of by Sinbad! :)
5.0
Beautiful!
Chris,
We are so thankful we were able to spend our time at St. John in your lovely cottage. Everything we needed was within reach. The view was beautiful, your cottage was beautiful, everything was great! It was the perfect getaway!
Sinbad,
Thank you, thank you! We appreciate you helping us with our transition into St John. Thank you for the who's, what, when, where, and how!
Hope to visit again one day!
Jessica and Laurie
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Cruz Bay?
The average price for a rental in Cruz Bay is $802 per night. This rental is $484 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Romantic Cottage: Stunning Ocean Views. Hot tub. Cruz Bay!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and balcony or patio.
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