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Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay

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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
St Thomas, USVI
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)18 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay19 min drive
  • Popular LocationLindbergh Bay21 min drive
  • Popular LocationMagens Bay Beach28 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay

An intimate 3BR villa on the western tip of St. Thomas. Savor this well-designed, comfortable home surrounded by lush, natural scenery, island-strewn ocean views, white-sand beaches, amid The Preserve at Botany Bay's tropical 350 acres.

The villa's vibrant great room and well-equipped kitchen share lofty ceilings, and sliding doors open to an expansive sun deck. The pergola-covered outdoor dining and lounge areas, as well as the salt-water infinity pool, overlook tranquil green hills and the beautiful blue sea. The villa's 3 bedrooms have spacious walk-in closets and ensuite bathrooms; the sunny and open media room has an alcove able to sleep an impromptu guest. The interior of the villa has been recently repainted, as well as several new appliances installed.

As week-long members of The Preserve at Botany Bay you enjoy gatehouse security, and the preserve’s two beaches – luminously-blue Sandy Bay with its gentle surf and pristine arc of sand, and the coral-rich Mermaid’s Chair where the Atlantic and Caribbean seas create a unique, double shoreline. Fitness buffs will enjoy the preserve’s winding roads with wonderful views. Meanwhile, the area's unhurried pace offers families and friends the chance to unwind and savor renewal times together. Please note the beaches at Botany are occasionally subject to high winds/Atlantic-wave conditions (sometimes causing sand to shift around in the bays) and making snorkeling and swimming difficult. Just 10 minutes away is the expansive, south-facing Brewers Bay Beach, suitable for snorkeling and swimming in undisturbed, calm waters.

Villa Sea and Sky is located 15 minutes from the airport and 20 minutes from St. Thomas’ Main Street -- famous for its duty-free luxury shopping. Art galleries, grocery stores, restaurants, island attractions and nightlife extend eastward from there. Ferries to St. John and our neighboring British Virgin Islands extend from St. Thomas' eastern end.
There’s plenty to see, enjoy and do all day …then at night, savor Botany Bay’s splendid western sunsets – and the constellations which animate our nighttime skies.

Please note: this property is not a good fit for guests who are looking to party or host celebratory group events, due to the proximity of neighbors and per Botany Bay Homeowner Association (HOA) rules.

Mandated noise limits are in place (in particular, evening quiet hours from 10pm to 6am). Parking also is limited, to 2 cars (any additional must park at a distance).

These terms also ensure our guests’ own enjoyment of peaceful days and nights, unimpacted by parking or noise.

Property manager

Villa Sea and Sky

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Infinity pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside of the house

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 34

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

3 BR Sleeps 8 in St. Thomas Long held secret Sanctuary

About the area

St. Thomas

Located in St. Thomas, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Bolongo Bay. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • University of Virgin Islands - 11 min drive
  • Magens Bay - 19 min drive
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 21 min drive
  • Lindbergh Bay - 21 min drive
  • Magens Bay Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hibiscus Cafe & Bar @ St Thomas Airport - 24 min drive
  • Salt & Vinegar - 18 min drive
  • McDonald's - 20 min drive
  • T-Restaurant And Chicken Fry - 18 min drive
  • Arian's - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay have a pool?

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

Is Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay ?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Affordable Luxury~ 2 Pristine Beaches ~ Privacy ~ Villa Sea and Sky, Botany Bay located?

This family-friendly St. Thomas holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Botany Bay and Mermaids Chair. Santa Maria Bay is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rashawn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly wonderful
We were celebrating my bday ! The host was the best and the house was truly magnificent! Whenever we come back to USVI we will use Nico services again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd G., East Brunswick

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great Stay - will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Khalil A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top tier !
Hill top never disappoints. The villa was super clean and stocked with everything I needed. Property manager was always available when we had questions. Can’t wait to book again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chad I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Very clean & the host was helpful and responsive. The property exceeded my expectations and we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Villa for Six
Botany Bay is amazing and we will be back to enjoy its unique beauty. Villa Sea & Sky was the perfect place for our small group and just what we needed for our summer get away. Nick, who assisted us during our stay, is an absolute professional. He set expectations and made good on his word. Respectfully D J Baran
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Island Vacation
The house, property, and neighborhood was beyond wonderful and nicely equipped (could have used a cookie sheet and larger family sized frying pan for making breakfast). We did have trouble with the downstairs AC units not working correctly; however, Nick, the property manager, did everything we could have expected him to do in trying to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The slumber party atmosphere probably only added to our fun, family memories on this beautiful island.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
excellent private vacation
Amazing beaches. Beautiful views.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark V.

Disappointing
This was our second trip to Botany Bay. It is an exclusive gated community with two virtually private beaches. Last year Sandy Beach was amazing; however, this year the surf was so high there was no sand only a rocky shoreline and you could not swim due to the massive waves. Snorkeling was also not possible on this beach or around Mermaid’s Chair for the same reason. The views are beautiful, but since we were mainly interested in beaches, snorkeling and swimming we were forced to go to Brewers Bay Beach and St. John’s. it takes about 25 minutes round trip to Brewers Bay and it takes 3 hours round trip to get to St. John’s beaches (fairy leaves on the opposite end of St. Thomas). The mattresses were uncomfortable and there were no curtains for privacy in the bedrooms or bathrooms. The neighbor’s balcony has a decent view the back of the house leaving little privacy. The master bedroom also can be seen from this rentals own balcony area. Communication with the property manager Nick was very poor. I viewed this house several times and contacted him about the bedroom situation. It says 3 bedrooms, but then has 4 beds. I specifically told him we needed 4 bedrooms (party of 7 people). He told me it would work for us and that I should look at the online pictures. Having now seen the house I understand the bedroom situation. There are three bedrooms and a fourth bed set up in the corner of the TV room in the basement. There is no bathroom or shower associated with this fourth bed and it has no door. Anyone staying in this bed has to get permission to use one of the showers inside someone’s bedroom (very inconvenient and awkward). There is a half bath on the first level but the door does not lock. I also contacted Nick before our vacation and asked about essentials in the house. He answered about half the questions and said he would find out about the rest - never herd back from him. When we arrived Nick was not there, but left the house unlocked. When I texted him about the fourth bedroom and my disappointment he became very defensive. At that point I dropped it and had no further communication with Nick except for a short text at checkout.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Maxwell

Liked: Cleanliness
Great West Island stay!
The place itself was wonderful! Amazing location. And you have access to pretty much private beaches just a 5 minute drive. Note: there are only 3 real rooms and then a bed suitable for children. We had 8 adults and that was a problem. The 4th bed is not nearly as comfy as the others. There were a few maintenance things that needed to be fixed, but nothing major. Host was helpful leading up to trip, but harder to reach when we got there and check in instructions were not 100% correct. Be warned you will have no cell service at the villa most likely. You can’t beat the view and the niceness of the home. We loved the privacy and the deck for relaxing on in the evening. Pool is cold, but feels great on a warm day. If you want a place that feels safe and is nice to spend the day at during your trip, this is the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd G., East Brunswick

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Was my wife and I for 5 nights. It was a great stay - we went to the beach on two different days (located inside Botany Bay) and were literally the only ones there. Half a day on the beach each time and didn't see another person. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022