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Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental

Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental

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St. John's Most Romantic Villa - Solar-heated pool, privacy and more.
Chef's kitchen with the vibe.
Amazing views everywhere.
Only Humming birds will see you .
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Overview of Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental

Reviews
5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Coral Bay, VI
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCinnamon Bay Beach18 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay27 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental

1-2 BR | Original St John Villa Rentals Zen-Caribbean Delight
Mooncottage. The Original. Nestled into a verdant Caribbean hillside on the quiet side of St. John in peaceful Coral Bay with views that must be seen to be believed. Built from native hardwoods, and stone and surrounded by lush tropical gardens ... it is serene in every way.  $714/night + tax To find us again or share save this link https://www. vrbo.com/229582ha FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ONLY. Perfect for couples, close friends, or a small family.

A bubbling Koi pond and dramatic lighting in the evening. Magical for couples or a close family of 3-4. Mooncottage is renowned as a luxury love nest for Anniversaries or Honeymoons. 

Shorter stays are available for a $250 additional short-stay fee. The base price is for 1 double bedroom occupancy. Additional guests are $28/night. Cleaning fees, concierge incl. VI Hotel Taxes of 12.5% will apply.

Now we are in the Dominican Republic too!
Mooncottage is our flagship villa. Click the links below to see Videos. But we also are now offering a wide range of Luxury Accommodations in the Dominican Republic. WavesDR is our other division in the D.R. offering new luxurious yet affordable 2-Bedroom Residences within 5 minutes walking distance from the beach. And our 3 spectacular Beachfront all-inclusive Mini-Resorts of 5 Bedrooms, 10 Bedrooms, and 20 Bedrooms are perfect for larger groups such as family vacations, weddings, corporate getaways, healing retreats, and bachelor parties.

The Most Famous Petite St John Villa Rental
See our astounding 3D Virtual Tour. The first of our many suites, romantic villas, and accommodations in St.John, VI, and in the Dominican Republic. Since 2004-nothing less than a 5-star review. It's a romantic Caribbean getaway or honeymoon destination perfect for friends or lovers of all ages. Nestled into a verdant hillside, Mooncottage has to be experienced to be believed. Great for small close families too. 

With astonishing 180-degree panoramic sea views and a unique Zen-Caribbean ambiance, Mooncottage is one of the best Caribbean honeymoon or anniversary destinations imaginable. Mooncottage is well-known as a five-star romantic villa rental on St John and is top-rated as one of the “10 Great Romantic Destinations” of the world. When you arrive, you will simply not believe your eyes the ocean view is that spectacular. 

With scores of guest reviews like “Heaven on Earth” and a “Romantic Villa Beyond Words,” it is one of the best romantic couples getaways imaginable. See more. For close friends or family members, a cozy bed in the main pavilion area is our 2nd bedroom with a separate private full bath. A well-kept St.John private villas secret for over 18 years it isn’t something you see or experience every day … and nature planned it that way.

5 Great Reasons to Stay at Mooncottage
1. Ridiculously Romantic. Romantic getaways are a specialty here at Mooncottage, with an ambiance that incites romance at every glance. Guests routinely call it a “Simply Perfect” experience.
2. Spectacular Ocean Views. When you arrive at Mooncottage, you will simply not believe your eyes. Our sweeping down-island views are the benchmark for 5-star St. John villas vistas.
3. Just Feels Right. Unlike staying at larger St John villa rentals, you’ll never feel lost at Mooncottage. The best vacation spot to both revitalize and make you feel right at home.
4. Oh! So Very Private. Mooncottage is located in a private residential area around the corner from sleepy Coral Bay. Rated by the New York Times recently as the #4 best place to vacation in the world!
5. Magical Ambiance. Mooncottage has an exotic "look & feel" that was part of its unique design—a St. John villa vacation destination that blends the inside with the outside for an utterly relaxing experience.

Private Luxury Caribbean Villa and Best Honeymoon Destinations 
Virtually breathtaking, Mooncottage is a fantasy luxury Caribbean villa and one of the best honeymoon or anniversary destinations. Here you’ll experience a true fantasy vacation dream come true. See our list of luxury amenities. Come with someone you love or just someone you want. This world-renown St John villa gem is private and sublime; perfect for romantic getaways. Soft tropical sounds at night and brilliant turquoise colors by day promise romance at every turn. Exceeding all luxury Caribbean villa expectations, Mooncottage takes full advantage of the sunshine, soft trade breezes, and natural splendor of a lush tropical hillside.

Luxury Caribbean Villa with Private Solar Heated Pool
Mooncottage is one of the best luxury Caribbean villas and an exotic couples’ getaway with a solar-heated private pool perfect for skinny evening dips. Its unique Zen-Caribbean ambiance is overflowing with peaceful tranquility. This romantic villa is unseen from the road or even from your private driveway located at the end of a quiet Cul-de-sac. One of the Caribbean's best Anniversary or Honeymoon destinations, Mooncottage is famous for romantic getaways for couples of close families. Its spectacular, unobstructed ocean views of an endless Virgin Island-dotted horizon together with St John’s pristine beaches make this hillside retreat a lovers’ dream come true. This quiet, natural St. John villa rental literally whispers intimacy.

St John Rental Villas in Balance with Nature 
Mooncottage is one of the most exotic and private St John villa rentals that are in perfect balance with nature and in tune with its lush tropical environment. A petite, wildly romantic luxury Caribbean villas hideaway without compare; your days will be filled with adventure discovering your perfect St John beach vacation or just lounging by the pool with someone you love. Wish to be sans clothes or make love all afternoon? No one will see you or bother you; only one reason why it’s one of the best couples destinations. The coziness and natural splendor of this unique, romantic Caribbean getaway will caress you. The amenities and sensuality of this cozy villa will spoil you.
IMPORTANT NOTICES:

1. Taxes: The Hotel Taxes in the VI are 12.5%

2. Travel Insurance: We highly recommend Trip Cancellation Insurance for any unexpected problems such as family emergencies or rare severe weather-related problems. We cannot be held responsible for refunds to these or other like occurrences. We will help you with a recommendation.

3. Rental Agreement: You must sign our standard rental agreement and liability waiver. Once you book, we will send you our standard terms and conditions via DocuSign for your endorsement. We will require your name, physical address, email, and phone number.

4. Satisfaction: We like to speak to our guests in person on the phone before we book Mooncottage. This is often not possible due to wholesalers' rules and regulations. Therefore, if for any reason you are not comfortable with anything once we DO speak on the phone, we will do our utmost to find a solution. Please note that our Rental Agreement and Liability Waiver will supersede any prior agreements if your reservation was made through a wholesaler or travel agent.

5. Our most happy guests unusually stay for 7-14 nights, 4-5 night stays are available with an additional short-stay surcharge of $250.

6. You will have access to the entire villa yourself.

7. You will require a 4-wheel drive vehicle. We will assist you with this. 
8. Rentals falling on or around Thanksgiving,(+10% ) Christmas, and New Year (+15%) may not be reflected in your automated online quotation.

9. We will answer all questions via text on any wholesaler's message portal and respect them as our partners. Still, we really like to speak to our guests personally on the phone before they book to ensure they understand everything about the villa, the locale, and St John in general. After booking, we work closely with our guests to ensure a flawless vacation and help you with general information.

10. Yet, I am the only Brian Vandenbroucke in the United States, so I am easy to find. M-o-o-n-co-t-t-a-g-e

Property manager

Janet Sedlacek and Brian Vandenbroucke

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Toddlers not recommended. Babies or 10-12 years OK

Events

Events allowed
Weddings and Small Receptions OK with small fee

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Weddings and Small Receptions OK with small fee
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

About the area

St. John

Located in St. John, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.

What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 3 min drive
  • Maho Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay - 17 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 18 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lime Out - 21 min drive
  • Skinny Legs - 4 min drive
  • The Windmill Bar - 21 min drive
  • Greengo’s - 26 min drive
  • Maho Crossroads - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mooncottage | Most Romantic St John Villa Caribbean Rental located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Johnson Bay and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Virgin Islands National Park. Emmaus Moravian Church and Saltpond Bay are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Acorn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly an Oasis in Paradise
We had an amazing time at the Moon Cottage, celebrating our anniversary! This home was perfect for our trip away. It provided everything we hoped for and more. We hope to return someday!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most beautiful view
This property has by far the most beautiful view on St. John island. It is not easy to get to, but worth the view. I would caution that the villa is quite porous to the out of doors. A plugged outdoor shower led to rain flooring our bedroom floor during the night, but the property manager took care of it the next day. Overall we had a great time
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

5/5 Excellent

April W., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy couples escape
We could not have had a more intimate, romantic, secluded and connected to nature experience for our wedding/honeymoon week! Words cannot describe the beauty and breathtaking views of Mooncottage! Communication was easy and prompt on every detail before, during, and after arrival. Everything from grocery delivery to private chefs was arranged and executed without a hiccup. We will never forget our special time at Mooncottage and the feeling it gave us of being just the two of us in our own tropical paradise.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

5/5 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great anniversary spot
This place is perfect for any honeymoon or anniversary trip. My wife and I came for our one year anniversary and had a great experience. The view from the pool and and terrace is unbelievable, especially in the morning for sunrise. Right down the hill are a bunch of little restaurants and bars, we loved Skinny Legs and Rhumb Lines. Also would recommend renting a dinghy right in Coral Bay and taking it out to Limeout for lunch. The host Janet and the on-island host/greeter Jalayne were both super friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful with any questions or needs we had. Just make sure you rent a car with 4WD and pack some bug spray.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

Richard J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Celebration Stay
After staying home for the last two years my wife and I needed to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary and her 60th Birthday! We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay. A spectacular property boosting a beautiful view of Coral Bay. The pool was a added bonus after a long day snorkeling or hiking. The trade winds kept us cool day and night. The local wildlife came to visit daily. Frogs, Lizards, Hermit crabs, and our two bird friends Twitter and Hashtag. They appeared outside the door or on the pool deck at dawn and dinner looking for some crackers and a dish of water. It was a wonderful celebration!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Janet Sedlacek and Brian Vandenbroucke

Host profile image
I have been a fan of the Caribbean for most of my life. When I came to St. John in the late '90s, I knew this was the place--still feel that way. Now in the Dominican Republic, I have found new spectacular Caribbean Getaways.

I love and care for Mooncottage as it is more than a just rental property, it is a labor of love--and my greatest pleasure is enchanted guests. The same with the apartments at SWELL as we are their exclusive rental agent and treat it like our own.

I have an entertainment and marketing background -- and share my time between the Dominican Republic and St. John.

I have never had a 'real job' ... for very long.

Why they chose this property

St. John in my estimation is the most beautiful and pristine of islands in the Caribbean or anywhere in the world ... as well as one of the most natural and relaxing. You can go out in the day or evening and feel safe anywhere. The island itself is 2/3 National Park - meaning the beaches and trails are always maintained and kept clean and free of vendors. Mooncottage is surrounded by undeveloped land on 3 sides and has only one villa far below to call its neighbor. We also rent and manage this villa as well so you really DO know your neighbors. Nature is everywhere and the trade wind breezes day or night are soft and magical. There is only ONE Mooncottage.

What makes this property unique

- Unequaled Privacy
- Quiet and Natural
- Easy access to Restaurants & Beaches
- Minutes from all of St. John's legendary beaches
- Located at the top of the property - no road noise or intrusions
- Lush Tropical gardens and natural beauty
- Love nest
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