Rent Caribbean Villa

SURFING IN BARBADOS:

Barbados is located in the ATlantaic and the place where the waves break after traveling across the ocean and so surfing in Barbados is quite good.  The East coast of the island is best for surfing and there is an area known as the "Soup Bowl" that is very popular for surging.  Indeed, the Soup Bowl has played host to many interntaional competitions.  The south and west coast of the island offer more mild, moderate waves and are better suited for boggie boards.

Private villas are an excellent choice to spehnd a surfing in Barbados vacation.  Villas Caribe is a rental agency that offers several hundred private villas for rent on Barbados in a variety of sizes (number of bedrooms) and price ranges.  Many of the properties are located on the beach or feature a private pool.  Additonally, the majority of the properties include the services of a staff to include at lease a cook and housekeeper (the larger properties have larger, more extensive staffs to include butlers etc.).

Bonavista is located on the exclusive WEst Coast of Barbados on the spectacular Gibbs Beach.  The villa offers spacious and elegant inteiors.  Bonavista has three air-conditioned bedrooms all with en-suite baths.   Covered and furnnished balconies provide wonderful spots to relax, read and dine alfresco.  Oustide, there is large private swimming pool.  REntal of the villa incluses the services of a full staff.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/bonavista

The Mahogany Bay Tonwhomes offer servaral townhouses to choose from, all located on the beautiful Paynes Bay Beach in St. James.  Chanel No. 5 is one of six three storey townhouses that offer exceptional views, three air-conditioned bedrooms and three baths.  All of the bedrooms have balconies overlooking the gardens and beach and provide gorgeous ocean views.  Each unit, to include Chanel No. 5, has it's own private plunge pool and the white sandy beach is just a few steps away.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/mahogany-bay-townhomes-chanel-no.-5

Milord is a charming beachfront villa located on the island's WEst Coast in St. James.  Recently renovated, the villa offers three air-conditioned bedrooms and stylish interiors.  The living area opens out to a covered verandah, sundeck and patio with steps leading down to a gate which opens to the beach.  A reef is located directly in front of Milord but excellent swimming may be enjoyed either to the right or left of the house along the beach.  The services of a staff are included in the villa's rental rates.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/milord

Landmark Cottage4 is a unique cottage that offers a distinct tree house feeling.  It is located just a stone's throw from the exclusve Sandy Lane Beach and offers all of it's living on the second floor, up a small flight of stairs.  The property features a combined living/dining area as well as two air-condtioned bedrooms with en-suite baths.  A staff is included.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/landmark-cottage

Surfing lessons are availalbe as well as surf board rentals and visitors will enjoy surfing in Barbados and staying in private, staffed villas.  

HONEYMOONS IN BARBADOS:

Honeymoons in Barbados are an ideal choice for those seeking an island romance vacation experience.   Honeymooners on Barbados can look forward to dining on sunset terraces or under silvery moons and being lulled into romance with calypso, jazz and reggae music in the background.
 
HOneymooners will enjoy the island's sugar white sand beaches, crystal clear waters, amazing watersports,  great golf, friendly locals, good restaurants and shopping.  Honeymooners in  Barbados  can choose to many activities or nothing at all.
 
An ideal way to spend a honeymoon in Barbados is in a private, staffed villa.  Villas Caribe has been in business over 18 years and offers several hundred private villas for rent on the wonderful island of Barbados.  The villas range in size and price ranges and include the gamut from simple beach cottages to elaborate private homes complete with their own private pool.  A special perk of renting a villa on Barbados is that the rental rate for the properties includes the services of a staff (minimum of cook/housekeeper).
 
The High Constantia Cottage is a perfect choice for honeymooners.  A romantic cottage, it is located on a lushly landscaped hillside and offers panoramic views of the Caribbean and fabulous sunsets each evening.  The villa features terracotta tiled floors and a tasteful mixture of contemporary and rattan furnishings.  The master bedroom has en-suite bath.  Across the grounds, there is a private simming pool set on a lovely terrace with a furnished gazebo just perfect for relaxing and enjoying the spectacular views.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/high-constantia
 
The High Tide property is located on the exceptional Mullin's Beach which offers wonderful swimming and watersports.  A modest cottage, the interiors are casual but comfortable and outside there is a spaciouis, private sundeck perfect for alfresco dining.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/high-tide
 
Casa Ronka is another casucal, staffed villa that is located just a 5 minute drive from gorgeous Mullin's Beach.  The interiors are spacious and outside there is a large private swimming pool and lovely gazebo with a large coral stone table suitable for dining.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/casa-ronka
 
Senderlea is another great choice for honeymoons in Barbados.  The villa is located on a small cliff and has stairs down to the sandy beach.  The interiors feature tiled floors and spacious interiores.  French louvered doors open from the main living area and master bedroom to the outside verandah/terrace.  A large covered verandah is comfortable furnished and provides the perfect spot for alfresco dining.  Outside, there is a private pool and gazebo.  A staff to include a cook is included in the rental rate.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/senderlea
 
Honeymoons on Barbados in a private villa are a fabulous way to begin a new life together! 

STAFFED VILLAS IN THE CARIBBEAN:

Staffed villas are available on several islands throughout the Caribbean.  By staff, what is meant is a minimum of a cook/housekeeper whose services are included in the villa rental rate.  On some destinations and in some of the larger villas, additional staff members are includes to include butlers, chefs, laundress, gardeners and night watchman.
 
Staffed villas in the Caribbean may mostly be found on Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, Mustique and St. Lucia.  A few of the more deluxe villas on Anguilla, Antigua and the Dominican Republic will offer staff as well. 
 
Staffed villas on Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, Mustique and St. Lucia include staff anywhere from 5-7 days per week (service varies from destination to destination).  Visitors to staffed villa in the Caribbean, will be most delighted to discover that the staffs have mastered the art of pampering without intrusion.
 
The experience of having a staff at a private villa can only be described as heaven on earth!  Guests wake up to the smell of brewing coffee and sit down to breakfast tables spread with fresh fruits, fresh juices, freshly baked breads, bacon and eggs, pancakes or French Toast.  After breakfast, while guests take a dip in the pool the dishes from breakfast are cleaned up and their bedrooms and bathrooms freshened.  Dirty laundry disappears and is returned the next day nicely cleaned and freshly pressed.  Sumptuous alfresco lunches by the pool are served in early afternoon and butlers make sure that the rum punch is always flowing.  Five course candlelight dinners are served on fine china dishes and set with sterling pieces.
 
Most vacationers would be mistaken to assume that renting a private staffed villa in the Caribbean is solely for celebrities or the rich and famous.  IN truth, there are staffed villas in the Caribbean in all sizes and all price ranges.
 
On quiet Anguilla, the Cerulean villa offers one of the most stylish staffed villas in the entire Caribbean.  It is a stunning seven bedroom estate located directly on the beach at Barnes Bay.  The villa has been reviewed by such publications as Architectural Digest, Vogue and Travel & Leisure and offers all of the amenities of a five star resort within the intimacy of a private home.  Cerulean boasts a private free form pool, Jacuzzi, gym, tennis court and a full staff of 14 (4 Culinary staff, 3 butlers/servers, 4 housekeepers, 2 night servers/security, 1 houseman, 1 assistant manager, 1 general manager).  http://anguilla.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cerulean
 
On Barbados, the Tamarind Cottage is a charming coral stone building built on a bluff just 200 feet from the beach.  IT features spacious interiors and a spacious verandah overlooking the Caribbean Sea.  The cottage offers two bedrooms and includes a staff of cook/housekeeper and gardener.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/tamarind-cottage
 
Also on Barbados,  the staffed Cove Spring House is one of the most exceptional villas in the entire Caribbean.  It is a splendid beachfront estate that offers ten bedrooms and ten baths as well as a private swimming pool.  Additional amenities include a lily pond with a fountain, waterfall Jacuzzi spa and captivating views.  Cove Spring House is staffed with a staff of 5 which includes a butler, cook, laundress, gardener and security.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cove-spring-house
 
On Grenada, the Swallow villa is a wonderful hideaway nestled on the water's edge overlooking the ocean.  The expansive living room opens to a sweeping terrace and enchanting private swimming pool overlooking the ocean.  The villa features three with en-suite baths and a staff of cook/housekeeper. http://grenada.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/swallow-villa
 
On exclusive Mustique, the Serenity Bay villa is located just 50 feet above the ocean and offers divine views of the Caribbean Sea and Grenadine Islands.  The villa has inviting interior living spaces as well as sweeping verandahs.  Serenity Bay has two equal sized bedrooms, a private pool and is within walking distance to the beach and village.  A staff of cook/housekeeper and gardener is included in the rental.  http://mustique.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/serenity-bay
 
On Jamaica, the Silent Waters villa is a spectacular private estate located on 18 acres on one of the highest mountaintops overlooking Montego Bay.  The villa is distinguished by world class architecture and design and offers breathtaking views.  The villa can accommodate up to 20 guests and boasts a private  infinity style swimming pool, shared tennis court, helicopter pad and a staff of 14.   http://jamaica.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/silent-waters
 
On exotic St. Lucia, the Smuggler's Nest villa is set hillside above Smuggler's Cove Beach.  The villa offers unparalleled ocean views and has been featured in Architectural Digest.  The villa has stunning architecture and tasteful furnishings.  A charming and intimate hideaway, the villa has two bedrooms, two baths and a private swimming pool.  A staff of housekeeper/cook and gardener is included in the rental rate.  http://stlucia.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/smugglers-nest
 
Staffed villas in the Caribbean  are available for rent through Villas Caribe which lists over 2000 villas throughout the region and Mexico.  Vacationers seeking the utmost in pampering will surely love the added luxury that a private staff provides with a villa rental. 

CARIBBEAN VILLAS-THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR HONEYMOONS:

The Caribbean is the perfect destination for a honeymoon and a private villa rental is the perfect choice for complete privacy and seclusion.  Private villa rentals in the Caribbean and Mexico offer private swimming pools, some with private Jacuzzis, mesmerizing views, full kitchens and expansive living areas.  Additionally, they have all of the amenities such as Satellite TV's, full stereo and sound systems, outdoor BBQ's, books and games-everything to make the villa feel like home and an oasis of peace that honeymooners will never want to leave.  Honeymooners will, also, find that villas offer outstanding values when compared to hotels or all-inclusive resorts. 

Honeymoons may be enjoyed in Caribbean villas on almost all of the major islands.  All of the islands will offer honeymooners beaches and plenty of watersports as well as a variety of land activities such as horseback riding, exploring quaint historic towns and delightful shopping.  Some of the islands will, also, offer golf and some will offer sizzling nightlife.

Honeymooners looking for a bit of heaven as well as the French Riviera will enjoy the sophisticated and stylish island of St. Barths.  The island is small and quaint, the beaches spectacular, the restaurants and clubs exceptional and the people friendly.  The Key Lime villa on St. Barths is a perfect choice for honeymooners.  The villa offers  spacious living areas, two air-conditioned bedrooms and deluxe fully tiled bathrooms.  The master bedroom opens directly to the outside deck and pool and guest will be lulled to sleep by the sound of the waves.  Outside, there is a covered and furnished deck overlooking the private swimming pool.  Just beyond is Anse de Cayes Beach and guests can walk down the beach to enjoy swimming and body-surfing in the waves.  The villa is located just a five minute drive to the charming town of Gustavia for fabulous French restaurants, upscale nightclubs and high end duty-free shopping (think Hermes, Cartier etc.).   http://st-barts.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/key-lime

Honeymooners seeking an unspoiled island paradise off the beaten track will enjoy Nevis where it is said monkeys outnumber people. The Secret Garden villa would be an ideal honeymoon haven.  The villa is set on the edge of a lush tropical rain forest and offers spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, St. Kitts and St. Eustatius.  The interiors are well furnished and feature original artwork.  Both the living and dining rooms open to well furnished terraces.  The master bedroom is housed in a separate pavilion and has a romantic four poster bed.  Outside, there is a private swimming pool set in the lush gardens.  http://nevis.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/secret-garden-nevis

Honeymooners seeking gorgeous beaches, great restaurants, fabulous duty-free shopping and an international flair will delight on the 1/2 French and 1/2 Dutch island of St. Martin.  The Faja Lobie villa is located directly on Burgeaux Bay.  It offers outstanding ocean views from it's beachfront location.  The villa offers a delightful combination of indoor and outdoor living spaces.  The master bedroom features a separate Jacuzzi tub, outdoor shower and French doors that open to the pool.  Outside, there is a lovely tiled infinity style plunge pool with built in seating and a waterfall.  http://stmartin.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/faja-lobie

Honeymooners looking for peace and quiet and plenty of unspoiled beaches will enjoy a Caribbean honeymoon villa rental on the small island of Virgin Gorda located within the British Virgin Islands.  The Mikaya villa is a casual home nestled high on a hillside offering breathtaking ocean views.  Pleasant interiors combined with a private swimming pool make Mikaya an ideal honeymoon choice.  http://virgingorda.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/mikaya

Grand Cayman, honeymooners will find unspoiled beaches, great snorkeling, wonderful restaurants and good duty-free shopping.  For honeymooners seeking seclusion, the casual beachfront Cool Change villa would be an ideal choice.  Nicely furnished the villa does not have a pool but is located on a spectacular swimming beach.  http://grandcayman.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cool-change

Caribbean villas provide the perfect choice for honeymooners in a variety of destinations and price ranges.  Honeymooners will enjoy the increase privacy and living space and can still enjoy plenty of activities nearby.  Villas Caribe is an excellent choice for selecting the perfect Caribbean honeymoon villa. 

PRIVATE VILLA RENTALS IN THE CARIBBEAN:

Villas Caribe offerings include over 2000 outstanding villas.   By definition, the term "villa" basically refers to a rental property with a full equipped kitchen.  A private villa rental in the Caribbean promises two luxuries-plenty of space as well as a full kitchen.  Properties range from magnificient, fully staffed estates to modset romantic cottages.

Villas Caribe prides itself on the personal attention each client receives.  Assitance in choosing the perfect detaihntion is as important as choosing the preferct villa.  Assistance in both areas is available through Villas Caribe's knowledgable and experienced villa agents.  The agents travel to the various destinations every year and personally visit the various villas are are, therefore, uniquely qualified to assist clients with the perfect selection.   After those major decisions are taken care of, Villas Caribe's personalized  concierge service is available to assist with any special requests from airport transfers, car rentals, private chefs, pre-stocking of the villa, hiring a private reggaee band or even arranging a wedding.  Upon arrival, guess can find their villa stocked with their favorite food and beverage items. 

Many of the villas are blessed with breathtaking ocean pahnorams.  Another prized villa  standard is a winning combination of a private swimming pool as well as a private jazuzzi.  Villa guests will find expansive decks and terraces around the private villa pools that are all comfortably furnished.     is a winning combination of a private pool and jacuzzi.  Villa guests will find expansive decks and terraces around the privatre villa pools that are comfortablly furnished.  

For visitors who have never rented a villa in the Caribbean before, it is important that they verify that they will have an on-island representative available to assist them locally upon arrival with any concerns they might have.  Villas Caribe maintains such staffing on all of the islands so the local agents are available to assist with arranging any types of activities such as in villa spa services or recommending the best restaurants.  Certainly, the on-island represtnative is available should any maintaance issues arise. 

Choices will vary from the honeymooon couple looking for seclusion to the active family looking for lots of non-stop activities and tours to the the first time snorkeler hoping to see their first sting ray-the wealth of activites is staggering.

Villa rentals may be found on all of the Caribbean islands as well as throughout MExico and Hawaii.  Some dstinations such as Barbados, Grenada, Jamaica, Mustique, St. Lucia and the villas on the west coast of Mexico include the services of a full staff to include a minimum household staff of cook and housekeeper.  The larger, more elaborate villas may include butlers, house managers, laundress and on-site managers.  Villa renters in the Caribbean who choose a staffed villa will enjoy the pamering of dining in by their own private pool by candellgith and never having to lift a finger. 

Private villa rentals in the Caribbean should be decided upon after first deciding upon the desired location or desired activities (or lack thereof).  For example, the best golf may be enjoyed  on Barbados, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, St. Thomas and MExico.  Some islands such as St. Barths, St. John, Tortola and Virgin Gorda do not have golf courses, so it would be important for a golfer to choose a destination that offers some golf facilities.  For those seeking great duty-free shopping, they should consider St. Thomas, St. Martin and St. Barths.  For those seeking the best dining restaurants, then certainly St. Barths , Anguilla and St. Martin should be at the top of their lists.  

Villas Caribe which has been in business over 18 years offers over 2000 private villa rentals throughout the Caribbean and Mexico.

Les Alize  on Anguilla is a stunning villa located on the spectacular golden sand beach of Barnes Bay.   The villa provides the ultimate in comfort and privacy with many unique details, antiques and fine art pieces.  Les Alize boasts four air-conditioned bedroom suites.  Spacious interiors open dramatically to expansive outdoor living areas as well as the private swimming pool.  The villa, also, has a private lighted tennis court.  http://anguilla.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/les-alize

Le Caprice villa on French St. Martin is a unique French West Indian styled deluxe villa located just 150 feet above sea level with breathtaking views of Baie Rouge and the nearby islands of Anguilla and Saba.  On clear days, views go on to St. Eustatius, St. Kitts, Nevis and Montserrat.  Guests at the villa can walk down to the fabulous Baie Rouge Beach were the swimming and snorkeling are excellent.  The villa features five bedrooms, five baths and a private swimming pool.  http://stmartin.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/le-caprice

On lush Jamaica, the Lime Tree villa offers a private estate retreat.  An elegant villa, it is located outside of Ocho Rios offer panoramic vistas of sky and ocean.  The villa is beautifully furnished with Jamaican bamboo and original pieces of art.  A comfortable living room opens to the outside through French doors to  expansive outdoor living areas built on several levels.  One of the outdoor living areas even features a fireplace.  The villa offers five air-conditioned bedrooms and en-suite baths.  Outside, there is alfresco dining and a large furnished verandah as well as a private swimming pool.  The views from Limetree are truly breathtaking and an excellent cook, maid and gardener are includes in the rental rate.  http://jamaica.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/lime-tree

Certainly, guests will want to venture out from their private villas at some point to take in some of the local activities  such as a variety of watesports, golf, horseback riding, touring of historical villages, restaurants, nightlife etc.  But, it's a truly special feeling to have a private villa to  return to for the ulitmate in privacy.

BEST BEACHES IN THE CARIBBEAN:

The Caribbean is known for it's outstanding beaches....What may not be known to the average tourist, however, is that not all of the Caribbean's beaches are the brilliant sugar white sand that vacationers dream about.  Indeed, some beaches are more golden colored (like Florida) and some are even dark gray/volcanic sand beaches.  Having said that, however, the area is still known for it's exceptional white sand beaches.

Janis Gibson, President of Villas Caribe, states that some of her  personal favorites are to be found on quiet and unspoiled Virgin Gorda.  Virgin Gorda is a small gem in the British Virgin Islands and is known for it's brilliant white sand beaches.  A small island, it boasts some of the best beaches in the entire Caribbean.  Favorites include Savannah Bay which has no development on it  as well as   Mahoe Bay which features some wonderful beachfront villas .  The Sandcastle villa is located directly on the idyllic Mahoe Beach which is one of the best beaches in the entire Caribbean and offers brilliant white sand as well as two live reefs for exceptional snorkeling.  The villa is apcsious and offers four air-condtioned bedrooms, a private pool and a private jacuzzi.  http://virgingorda.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/sand-castle-virgin-gorda  For those seeking unparalleed luxury on Virgin Gorda will enjoy the deluxe Baraka Point villa.  Located on two very private oceanfront acres of lush tropical gardens and provides an unforgettable holiday experience with it's unparalleed sea views as well as private chef.  Baraka Point offers several pavillions which house the five separte air-conditioned bedroom suites, expansive living areas and a private pool.  Baraka Point is truly the eptiome of barefoot luxury.  http://virgingorda.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/baraka-point

Another island with some of the best beaches is the tiny gem of St. Barths.  While a small and unspoiled island, it boasts over twenty gorgeous beaches each with it's own unique personality.  Favorites include Governeur, Saline and Flamands beaches all which offer exceptional white sand and calm waters.  Indonesia is a stunning hillside hideway located in the exclusive Pointe Milou area and offers 180 degree views of the ocean, Lorient Bay, St. Jean Bay and St. Maarten. The home, also, offers exceptional sunset views.  The interiors are spacious and tastefully decorated and the villa features two air-conditrioned bedrooms as well as a private swimming pool.  http://st-barts.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/indonesia  Claridge is an exceptional villa for those seeking a very upscale deluxe home.  The villa offers spectacular design and fabulous ocean views as well as a stairway down to Anse des CAyes Beach (great for surfing and playing in the waves!).  The villa offers spacious interiors and four air-conditionedd bedrooms with en-suite baths.  OUtside, ther eis a large wrap around furnished deck and large sized private swimming pool.  http://st-barts.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/claridge

The west coast of Barbados is known for it's brilliant white sand beaches which front the calm C a ribbean waters.  The beaches are glorious and lead into the gentle waters of the clear CAribbean.  For those who like to walk the beach, they will find many long stretches which are ideal for long strolls along the clear blue waters.  The Colina Del Mar villa is located on the fashionable W e st Coast of Barbados which is renowned for it's white sand beaches.  The villa is elegantly furnished with European antiques and tradionally styled.  Oustdie, there is a beachfront terrace, gardens and a private pool.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/colina-del-mar  The Leigh House is located on the exclusive Sandy Lane Beach on the west coast of Barbados.  It is a luxurious and elegant beachfront villa that is built of coral stone and set on beautifully landscaped gardens.  The interiors feature high ceilings and are tastefully furnsihed with upholstered English sofas and mahogany antiq    uest.  Indeed, understated elegance defintes the Leigh House.  The villa offers six gorgeous air-conditioned bedrooms all with en-suite bathrs.  A graceful private swimming pool is set in the garden.  http://barbados.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/leigh-house

St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands offers some of the most famous and unspoiled white sand beaches as well.  Since the island is 2/3 National Park, many of it's most famous beaches are located with the park and offer talcum soft white sand leading into some of the clearest waters to be found anywhere in the Caribbean.  The Peter Bay Beach House is a deluxe villa located just steps from a pristine white sand beach within the exlusive Peter Bay.  The home features stunning architectural design and outstanding ocean views.  IT is built on two levels and beautifully furnished and features three air-conditioned bedrooms as well as a private swimming pool.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/peter-bay-beach-house

The Caribbean offers outstanding white sand beaches on a variety of islands and  destinations   from many of the major islands to tiny, unpsoiled gems to even the western Caribbean side of Mexico.   Villas Caribe is a highly recommended company to rent villas through for vacations.

FABULOUS HONEYMOON VILLAS ON ST. JOHN:

St. John offers fabulous villas available for rent providing the ideal setting for a romantic honeymoon.  Honeymooners are wise to select a private villa that offers more seclusion, larger living areas, full kitchens and entertainment centers as well as private swimming pools.  Honeymooners can delight in setting their own schedule in a delightful tropical home away from home.
Honeymoon villas are available to rent through Villas Caribe which offers an extensive collection of fabulous private homes.  Janis Gibson, President of Villas Caribe, has been traveling to St. John for over 30 years (and honeymooned there as well!) and know the island as well as the properties first hand.

The Calypso Cove villa is located on the water's edge at Fish Bay.  It is a charming and colorful home that is nicely decorated and features gingerbread trim and pastel hues.  The villa offers two air-conditioned bedrooms, a spacious screened gallery and private plunge pool.  Calypso Cove provides a lot of value for the dollar and would be an ideal choice for honeymooners.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/calypso-cove

The Blue Tang villa offers luxury and privacy for honeymooners as well as amazing ocean views.  Entrance is through private gates to this home which is set in lush tropical grounds.  The interiors are spacious and feature imported terra cotta tiled floors,  granite countertops, custom cabinets and tasteful furnishings.  Blue Tang offers two air-conditioned bedrooms.  Fabulous views of nearby St. Thomas may be enjoyed from the master suite's romantic four poster bed.  A 60 foot long covered and furnished verandah overlooking Great Cruz Bay Harbor is the perfect setting for the private swimming pool.  Honeymooners will enjoy that the villa is located just a five minute drive from the quaint town of Cruz Bay and the island's famous beaches are within a 10 minute drive.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/blue-tang

Hummingbird Hill is a delightful villa nestled high on Gift Hill overlooking Cruz Bay.  The villa offers gorgeous views of Pillsbury Sound, St. Thomas and beyond.  At night, the twinkling lights of St. Thomas are incredibly romantic.    The interiors are spacious and the main living/dining room is surrounded on three sides by walls of glass.  The villa has three air-conditioned bedrooms and the master bedroom opens directly onto the pool deck and offers stunning views.  Sundecks lined with native stone walls connect to the private swimming pool area complete with deck for swimming.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/hummingbird

The Hawksnest villa is a romantic hideaway located  on a very secluded hillside on the fabulous north shore of St. John.  The villa offers panoramic, stunning views of nearby Caneel Bay, spectacular sunsets each evening and views of nearby St. Thomas.  The interiors are crisp and tastefully furnished.  Outside, there is a nice furnished deck complete with a private Jacuzzi just perfect to starlit nights.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/hawks-nest-st.-john

Le Chateau is an all time favorite for honeymooners desiring upscale appointments, mesmerizing views and the utmost in privacy.  The villa is situated on two lush acres of landscaped grounds in the middle of the National Park overlooking the island's North Shore and the emerald British Virgin Islands beyond.  Le Chateau is a Mediterranean style home roofed with French clay tile and cooper flashing and features cathedral ceilings, dazzling arches and even a romantic fireplace with local stonework.  The interiors offer a charming mix of wicker and rattan with antique pieces and accentuated with Persian rugs.  On one of the decks, there is a private Jacuzzi and in another area of the grounds is the private swimming pool.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/le-chateau

St. John is the ideal island for a honeymoon and Villas Caribe offers many romantic villas to rent to ensure a memorable occasion.

DAY TRIPS FROM ST. JOHN:

St. John, U.S. Virgin Island is a wonderful small gem of an island that offers visitors much in terms of beaches and relaxation and is a wonderful spot for enjoying numerous day trips.

St. John does not have an airport, so visitors must arrive via public ferry or private boat.  Most visitors arrive to St. John from nearby St. Thomas.  The island of St. Thomas makes for a wonderful day trip from St. John and offers visitors a myriad of activities.  The island is well known for it's fabulous duty-free shopping where visitors can purchase excellent bargains on jewelry, perfume, linens and small electronics.  Visitors to St. Thomas for the day might, also, want to enjoy a day playing golf at Mahogany Run because there is no golf course on St. John.

Another wonderful day trip from St. John is to nearby Virgin Gorda.  A trip to the famous Baths is not to be missed .  The Baths are composed of enormous granite boulders that have formed a services of fabulous grottos which flood with sea water and provide an ideal setting for swimming and snorkeling.     Visitors will not want to miss the  island's outstanding, unspoiled and unpopulated beaches  such as Mahoe Bay and Savannah Bay.   

Jost Van Dyke is a picture perfect tropical isle that is known as the "barefoot" island for it's stunning beaches, protected anchorages and casual lifestyle.  The island may be reached via ferry or private boat and a trip to the island would not be complete without a stop at the infamous Foxy's Bar.  The owner of Foxy's is known to greet guests with musical ditties he makes up on the spot and is enormously entertaining.  Foxy's is known as "THE SPOT for New Year's Eve in the Caribbean with the rich and famous.

Anegada is a bleached coral sand island surrounded by gorgeous coral reefs and stunning white sand beaches.  Anegada is, also, known for it's sweet and luscious lobster.

Tortola is another easy day trip easily accomplished by inexpensive and short ferry service from St. John.  On Tortola, visitors can explore additional white sand beaches, surf if the conditions are right at Long Bay or explore the colorful streets of Road Town with it's quaint shops.   Visitors can, also, wander through old ruins such as Ft. Recovery and Callwood's Rum Distillery.   

A private villa rental is an ideal choice for accommodations on St. John that will serve as a base from which to explore the many neighboring islands.  Villas Caribe offers a delightful array of villas available in a variety of sizes and price ranges sure to suit all.

Chateau Le Tete Rouge is located above Klein Bay just a short drive from Cruz Bay.  The villa offers stunning and peaceful views of Klein, Hart, Monte, Rendezvous and Fish Bay as well.  Chateau Le Tete Rouge was recently renovated and provides a luxurious hideaway.   The interiors are spacious and tastefully furnished. and set on tiled floors.  The villa offers four air-conditioned bedrooms and four baths.  The villa offers both a private swimming pool and spa ensuring a relaxing respite from any day trips.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/chateau-la-tete-rouge

Latitude is a wonderful home located above Klein Bay and offering stunning views of Rendezvous Bay and Ditliff Point.  The interiors are stylish and offer custom mahogany built in furniture, granite countertops and native stonework.  Latitude is spacious and offers three air-conditioned bedroom and 3.5 baths.    The master suite offers great views of Klein Bay and has French doors that open directly onto the poolside deck.  The villa has a sparkling private swimming pool as well as a delightful open-air gazebo.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/latitude

Coqui is a deluxe villa nestled on a hillside just 50 feet above the brilliant blue waters of Pillsbury Sound overlooking ST. Thomas.  The villa offers breathtaking 180 degree panoramic views.  An elegant home, the villa features beautiful island stonework, imported tile and 20' timbered ceilings.  The interiors are decorated with colorful Caribbean prints and unique accent pieces.   Built on two levels, the villa offers three air-conditioned bedroom and three en-suite baths.   The interiors open to a spacious deck and private swimming pool.  Coqui is located just five minutes from Cruz Bay and only fifteen minutes from the island's gorgeous North Shore beaches.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/coqui

Amorosa Peter Bay is a stunning home surrounded by the National Park and within a short drive of the North Shore's fabulous beaches such as Peter Bay, Trunk Bay, Cinnamon Bay and more.  The villa offers exceptional views that stretch from Cinnamon Bay out to Jost Van Dyke and the British Virgin Islands.  The villa offers the old world splendor of an Italian villa with all of the modern conveniences.  Amorosa Peter Bay offers four air-conditioned bedrooms and en-suite baths that are all nicely finished in travertine marble and stone.  A private Infinity style swimming pool is surrounded by a well furnished deck area complete with trickling waterfall.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/amorosa

St. John is a wonderful destination that offers the visitor the added benefit of the ability to easily travel to several other neighboring islands, each with something special to offer and delight.

HISTORY OF ST. JOHN:

St. John is the smallest of the U.S. Virgin Islands and was first settled by the Arawack Indians who migrated from Columbia and Venezuela around AD 300.  The Arawaks lived on the island until around AD 1300 when they were driven off bit the warring Carib Indians. 

History credits Christopher Columbus with being the first European to see the Virgin Islands during his Second Voyage to the New World in 1493.  Columbus named the group of islands " O nce Mil Virgenes" or Eleven Thousand Virgins after the fe a st day of St. Ursula and the 11,000 virgins who it was said were martyred with her.

The Danish West India and Guinea Company settled the island in 1672 and they are credited with naming the island St. John.  In 1718, the Dane's constructed a fort in Coral Bay.  In 1754, the Danish took full control of the colony as well as neighboring St. Thomas and St. Croix. 

The Dane's established massive sugar plantations  with such crops as sugar, tobacco and cotton to include the famous Annaberg Sugar Plantation.  To support the sugar plantations, they imported many, many African slaves. The slave population was so  large that by 1755 it was estimated that slaves outnumbered the Danish settlers by 5 to 1.   St. John would later become the site of one of the first major slave rebellions in the New World in 1733 when they captured the island for six months.  Eventually, the Danish were able to defeat the Africans with the help from the French.  Many of the rebels chose to commit suicide at Ram's Head on St. John where as many as 300 slaves jumped to their deaths from the cliffs rather than risk re-capture and torture.  It was not until 1848 that slavery was finally abolished.

In 1917, the U.S. bought the Virgin Islands for 25 million for all three islands (St. John, St. Thomas and St. Croix).  The islands were bought with the intention of establishing a naval base to prevent the Germans from expanding into the Western hemisphere.

Today, the residents of the Virgin Islands are U.S. citizens although they are not able to vote in presidential elections and have non-voting status in Congress.  The Virgin Islands, however, are an unincorporated territory of the US and have their own Governor and a fair amount of self rule.

Laurence Rockefeller donated most of the island of St. John in 1956 to the U.S. National Park Service under the condition that it be protected from future development.  Today, the Virgin Islands National Park occupies 75% of the island and much of the island's waters, coral reefs and shores are protected by inclusion within the park.   

Visitors to St. John can choose from an extensive collection of private villas with mesmerizing ocean views and private swimming pools through the highly recommended Villas Caribe.  Villas Caribe has been in business over 18 years and maintains the highest standards for their portfolio of exclusive villa rentals on St. John and throughout the Caribbean and Mexico.

Cara Mia is a villa located in the exclusive Pt. Rendezvous area  and offers inspiring ocean vistas.  The villa was crafted by local artisans from island stone and slate.  The interiors feature soaring ceilings, cool travertine floors, comfortable upholstered furnishings and warm mahogany accents.   Cara Mia offers three air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite baths.  The villa boasts multiple decks and verandahs which provide a wealth of lounging areas as well as a sparkling private pool.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cara-mia

Drake's Lookout is nestled high on a hillside overlooking nearby Coral Bay and the British Virgin Islands beyond.  A charming home, it offers comfortable interiors complete with accents of wicker and rattan.  Drake's Lookout has two bedrooms with en-suite baths and both bedrooms are master suites.  Outside, there is a lovely deck with private swimming pool.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/drakes-lookout

The Hale Lani villa is tucked into a the hillside on Maria Bluff and offers endless views of the Caribbean and nearby St. Thomas.  The interiors are spacious and well decorated.  Hale Lani offers four air-conditioned bedrooms all with en-suite baths.  The villa offers a wonderful furnished verandah and private swimming pool.  Hale Lani means "heavenly home" in Hawaiian and this villa certainly lives up to it's name. http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/hale-lani

Crystal Seaview is a stunning villa perched high above Chocolate Hole with fabulous 270 degree views of Pillsbury Sound, St. Thomas and St. Croix.  The interiors are spacious and well appointed.  The villa has four air-conditioned bedroom and 4.5 baths.  An enormous deck surrounds the private swimming pool.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/crystal-seaview

St. John has a bit of a turbulent history but now in modern times offer the lure of quiet, peaceful relaxation on a U.S. island.

BEST BEACHES IN THE CARIBBEAN ON ST. JOHN:

St. John has some of the very best beaches in the entire Caribbean!  The island boasts fine, sugar white sand beaches that meet crystal clear calm waters.  The beaches on the island are some of the most secluded in the Caribbean as well.

Trunk Bay is perhaps the island's most popular beach.  The beach offers brilliant white sand, swaying coconut palms and clear waters.  Additionally, there is an underwater snorkeling trail that enables visitors a chance to enjoy the vast array of coral and tropical fish.  The beach boasts facilities as well to include changing rooms, snack bar and lifeguards.

Hawksnest Beach is a favorite and the closest beach to town.

Cinnamon Bay is another great beach located with the National Park.  I t   is a lovely stretch of sand that features a campground, changing room and snack bar as well.  The beach has plenty of watersports available to include kayaking and windsurfing.  Excellent snorkeling may be enjoyed off the point to the right of the beach.

Maho Bay and Francis Bay are located in close proximity to Cinnamon Bay and both bays are easy to reach and offer delightful swimming and snorkeling.

Salt Pond Bay and Lameshur Bay are located on the less crowded south coast of the island.  They, too, offer nice sand and clear calm ocean for great swimming and snorkeling.  Neither of these beaches has an facilities, so they are ideal for brining a picnic.

The Caneel Bay Resort boasts 7 beaches but only one, Caneel Bay Beach, is open to the public.    The beach is pretty and has a seaside restaurant.

Visitors will find some of the best beaches in the Caribbean on the small island of St. John as well as fabulous  villas that offer levels of privacy, seclusion and personal service that hotels cannot match available through Villas Caribe.  Villas Caribe has been offering vacationers private villas throughout the Caribbean Mexico for over 18 years and all villas have been inspected.  The villas range in size from two bedrooms ten and most have private pools.  All are within a 5 minute drive to St. John's fabulous beaches. 

Villa Amorita is nestled in a hillside in Chocolate Hole.  A charming Caribbean style home, the villa offers expansive vistas of nearby Hart Bay.  Built on two levels, the villa features dramatic stone walls, beamed ceilings, tiled floors and tasteful furnishings.  Villa Amorita has three air-conditioned bedrooms plus an additional 'bonus" room.  A private swimming pool and separate Jacuzzi beckons you to swim or lounge on the various sundecks.  The Great Cruz Bay Beach (at the Westin Resort) is a five minute walk from the villa.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/amorita

Cinnamon Bay Estate is a fabulous home set within the exclusive Catherineberg and National Park on the north shore of the island near many of it's famous sugar white sand beaches.  The property features impressive mahogany doors, stunning views, 35 foot beamed cathedral ceilings, tiled floors and expansive living areas as well as wrap around decks providing a very inviting island home.  Cinnamon Bay Estate has three air-conditioned bedrooms, 3.5 baths and an enormous outdoor living area complete with a private fresh water swimming pool and Jacuzzi.  Cinnamon Bay Estate is only 1/2 mile from the stunning white sands and clear blue waters of Cinnamon Beach.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/cinnamon-bay-estate

The Vistero villa is located on a hillside just above gorgeous Rendezvous Bay.  The name "Vistero" means aerial view and this villa certainly lives up to it's name with mesmerizing 360 degree views.  Vistero boasts five air-conditioned bedrooms, four baths and the largest private swimming pool on the island of St. John.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/vistaero

Andante by the Sea villa is a waterfront home  located   on the south shore of St. John overlooking Hart Bay, Rendezvous Bay and the Caribbean Sea.  A charming home, it offers three air-conditioned bedrooms and three baths.  A private swimming pool offers added enjoyment and a deck leads down to the beach at Hart Bay for good snorkeling.  http://stjohn.villascaribe.com/villa-listing/andante-by-the-sea

Visitors will surely enjoy some of the best beaches in the Caribbean on the island of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands.