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Waterlemon Villa~Stunning Island Views, Pool, AC, Great for Groups & Kids

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Smart TV, books, stereo
Smart TV, books, stereo
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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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St.John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪99 min drive‬

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

Waterlemon Villa~Stunning Island Views, Pool, AC, Great for Groups & Kids

Waterlemon Villa is a private 3BR, 3BA vacation home located on the hillside overlooking Coral Bay, St. John. At 700 feet above sea level, this casually elegant retreat is high enough to capture the breezes of the trade winds and close enough to the harbor to watch the sailboats come and go. The breathtaking 50-mile view up the Sir Francis Drake Channel extends all the way to Spanishtown Harbor on the southern tip of Virgin Gorda. Two queen bedrooms downstairs and one bedroom upstairs with two twin bunk beds accommodate up to eight people. While opening the sliders and letting the amazing trade winds cool you off will always be a wonderful option, we also have air conditioning in each bedroom to keep all our guests comfortable throughout the year. Waterlemon Villa is a unique property in St. John because everyone is housed under one roof, connected by an indoor staircase, making it ideal for families! However, the privacy of the location and pool make it just as enticing for a honeymoon couple or an anniversary trip!

The house is equipped for gourmet cooking with a large gas grill, Cuisinart pots and pans, good knives, extensive cooking utensils, a microwave, and, of course, a blender and a margarita set. (This is a vacation home, after all). There are plenty of dishes and glasses if you wish to eat in and enjoy the view from the comfort of the screened-in porch. The house is equipped with a triple filtered water system including U/V light and is drinkable.

There are multiple options for relaxing at the Villa from chaise lounges at the pool, to rocking chairs on the lower level porch, to the outdoor living area on the upstairs screened-in porch. The comfortable wicker living room set in the great room is a terrific place for watching TV (you can connect to all of your favorite Smart TV programs) or listening to music. The house comes stocked with books and games that are fun for the whole family. Enjoy a game of cornhole or jenga by the pool or a boardgame on the porch.

Coral Bay restaurants are five minutes from the house, and the outstanding snorkeling beaches of Salt Pond Bay and Maho Bay are a scenic 10-15 minute drive. Put the beach chairs and the cooler in the car, grab the towels and spend the day exploring. Everything you need for the beach- chairs, coolers, towels, are included with your rental! The natural beauty of St. John awaits you!

Coral Bay and Waterlemon Villa are an easy 25 minute drive east from the ferry dock in Cruz Bay. Come and visit, paradise is calling...

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Waterlemon Villa welcomes children 3 years and older with younger children at the discretion of the property manager. The house may not be suitable for young children due to the height of the porches and retaining walls. In addition, a steep staircase between the first and second floors may make the house potentially undesirable for people with significant difficulty navigating stairs. Waterlemon Villa is a no-smoking, no pets property.
During your stay at this villa, you're just a quick walk from Virgin Islands National Park. You'll find features like an outdoor pool. The villa offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Virgin Islands National Park and 10 minutes from Trunk Bay
As a guest of this villa, you'll find an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This St. John villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Dave Thomeczek

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

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

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Local artist showcase
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Waterlemon Villa~Stunning Island Views, Pool, AC, Great for Groups & Kids Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

The views are worth all the rest
First, management team was amazing to work with, very responsive as our arrival had several delays that complicated check in. Leo met us at Coral Bay Triangle, which at first I thought was odd, but soon realized the necessity in navigating the steep roads to find the property. You will need a 4x4 and some courage to come and go. They even answered us later in the evening when we were unsure of our turnoff in the dark. The house had a very well stocked kitchen, and all of the beach gear really came in handy. The outdoor showers were lovely. Having two large outdoor spaces facing the sunrise, was so nice. The pool area, cute & inviting. But the views, even more amazing than the photos, and if they are the only reason you come, you won’t regret it. I would be remiss if I didn’t note that the home was not immaculately clean, the beds were not properly made when we arrived, and it could really use a little TLC. The master sink was very slow to drain, the dishwasher rack was broken (though still usable), door handles broken, some patio doors were not usable, paint of the screened porch was rusted and peeling. All that being said, this is a remote location and I’m sure that makes maintenance difficult. I wouldn’t let any of it stop me from coming back, it is still an excellent value. I only mention because as a property owner myself, I would want to know. This was one of our family’s all time favorite vacations and Waterlemon Villa made for the perfect base camp.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holland R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing week on St. John
Our stay at Waterlemon Villa was better than we could have hoped for. We are so glad we decided to stay in Coral Bay instead of Cruz Bay. The vibe is chill and it wasn't busy or crowded with restaurants and small grocery stores close by. I loved waking up to the sunrise each morning and sitting on the screened in porch each night. The house was clean, not many insects for being in the Caribbean and fit our family of 5 with room to spare. It was so convenient having a washer and dryer, AC at night, stocked kitchen, pool floats, and beach chairs. Our family was looking for an adventure and we found it. We loved Hansen Bay, Salt Pond Bay and Cinnamon Bay. Snorkeled with sea turtles, baby nurse sharks, stingrays, jelly fish and all different kinds of tropical fish. We also hiked the Reef Bay Trial and Ram Head. I would definitely recommend the Full-Day Lime Out Snorkel Taco Lunch & Open Bar - Westin as they took us snorkeling at places you can't reach by land and that was when we were able to see the most coral and diverse amount of ocean life.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Joshua M.

Listing inaccurate
We arrived at Waterlemon villa with 4 young children to find out there was no water and we were told to use buckets if we needed the bathroom. Blankets/sheets also were dirty and our ac was broken in one room. The replacement ac leaked all over our floor which just added to everything We were patient and understanding as we travel a lot and things happen. We then found out the pool is NOT HEATED which was a big disappointment because the main title in the listing states that it’s a heated pool. The water turned on the following day but was cold with and then we fully lost water again the following day. So we couldn’t take showers/wash clothes after long days with kids. The owner Nicole offfered minimal compensation and made us jump through hoops. She was not helpful nor was she understanding about our situation. She was hesitant to even give any compensation and delayed mentioning It at all. She said she could understand but did not act liked she cared at all with the situation we were in. We tried booking another villa bc we had no running water for more than 50% of the time. Both Vrbo and the owner were less than helpful. Please be careful if you book here
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbeatable Views
Absolutely loved coffee on the porch every morning - the views are stunning and the porch comfortable. House had everything we needed for a great beach trip and more. Would love to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

charlie r., Greenwich

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday Week at Waterlemon Villa
We had an amazing week on St John and loved staying at Waterlemon Villa. The house was clean and had all the amenities that were advertised! The AC in the bedrooms kept the house so comfortable and we only used it at night because the breeze kept the house comfortable with no need for AC. Having filtered water was a huge perk for us! We did encounter some hiccups, but this was no fault of the owner/property managers and they went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The outdoor showers are a novelty, but they are outdoors, so be prepared to shower with nature, if this is a problem you could always use the indoor shower. The sunrises from the deck got us out of bed each morning, so beautiful! We would definitely stay here again if we are back on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

cheryl v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas week stay
Perfect weather, perfect view. Outdoor space is 10/10.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual vacation
The views from the property were amazing each day. Great location on the east side of the island. Our family would stay at this property again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kreg F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break 2024
We’ve been visiting the US Virgin Islands for 15ish years, splitting time on St. John and St Thomas. This place was equipped the best for our needs (cooking, games, pool, beach coolers/chairs, location to beaches) and just overall compared to other stays. We had two miner (towards the end) issues that were taken care of immediately by the property management team. Even had one of the owners reach out with an apology for any inconvenience. I guess the only negative (by slim margins) is the drive/distance from Cruz Bay. The grocery store wasn’t as nice on this end of the island and the restaurants were sparse. Over all, great place, views, well equipped, spacious yet private when needed! A+
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views!
We (two adult couples) stayed a week in lovely Waterlemon Villa located in Coral Bay. The house was exactly as described/pictured. We appreciated the en suite bathroom (love that outdoor shower), AC, generous closet space, and comfy bed in each main bedroom. Since there were only 4 of us, we didn’t use the third bedroom, but with 2 sets of bunk beds, it would easily sleep four additional guests. We cooked many of our meals (we traveled in off season and many restaurants were closed), and the kitchen was extremely well-equipped. The dishwasher and washer/dryer were a plus! There are two large tables, one in the kitchen area and one on the screened porch. We loved the screened porch with the comfortable furniture and spent lots of time there just marveling at the view.There is no dedicated AC in the living area, but we were never hot or uncomfortable, and even kept the doors closed. The pool was clean and the temp was perfect. And those views!! You really have to see them to believe them! Pool floats and beach towels were provided and so thoughtful. We also used the provided snorkel/beach gear when we were out and about. A 4-wheel drive vehicle is needed to climb up and down the steep roads to the property, especially if it has rained. Part of the fun! Finally, a huge thanks to Tim for answering all our questions and Lou for helping in so many ways! Beautiful and comfortable! We loved our stay at Waterlemon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical vacation home
Best vacation stay ever! Gorgeous views of Coral Bay, easy access the North shore park beaches (favorite snorkel at Waterlemon Cay), the east end of the island to Haulover and the South to get to Miss Lucy's, Rams Head and Salt Pond. While it was a short easy drive back to Cruz Bay, our preference was enjoying the local spots right at the bottom of the hill. The house had a well stocked kitchen and we really enjoyed the relaxed approach to "leave it behind"...condiments, beer etc... check out Rhumb Line for incredible Thai food and painkillers at Skinny Legs, Fly out to Lime Out for tacos - all epic memories! I was worried about the drive but trust me...it was fun and easy to navigate - left shoulder - left shoulder. No one drives over 30mph and everyone is courteous. We enjoyed the slow pace of the island, low key vibes of Coral Bay, incredible views from the house and time with family at the most magical place. It was really nice to have easy access in all directions to the most beautiful beaches in the world, excellent snorkelling and then a great home to come back to every night to cook dinner as a family, wake up to sunrises over the BVIs, yoga on the porch followed up by a cup of Virgin Islands Coffee. It really doesnt get better. Not a single negative thing to say. Trying to decide between Cruz Bay or Coral Bay - choose Waterlemon Villa every time! We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

NATHAN C., Delaware USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome!
great place with unbelievable views. The manager and host were very responsive and helpful when we had a very slight issue late at night! would absolutely come back
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Views!
Waterlemon was perfectly situated to enjoy the most breathtaking views on St John! The house was perfect for our family of 5, with kids ranging from 11-16 years old. We enjoyed staying on Coral Bay side for the first time and would definitely recommend. The reviews of drive to the house are accurate, but TOTALLY worth it!! We loved and really hope to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterlemon
Amazing villa! Beautiful views of coral bay! Villa was perfect for families and well equipped with all the essentials to make the week stress free! The only drawback was the driveway/villa road… it was so much steeper than expected and you not only need 4wd but a driver that is skilled at navigating treacherous roads! The villa is on one of the steepest hillsides! It would be extremely dangerous to show up here at night not being familiar with the terrain. We arrived during the day which allowed us to get acclimated see what we were dealing with thank god! Aside from the driveway… this is the most amazing place!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

ann d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and experience
My family loved staying at Waterlemon Villa! The location was perfect - private yet close to grocery stores, restaurants, beaches and hiking in the national park! Even though it rained a couple of days, we enjoyed relaxing on the screened porch listening to the sounds of the rain on the roof and the sounds of the roosters and goats that roam this side of the island. We even caught a glimpse of three donkeys while driving on the roads. Speaking of driving, the roads are quite steep and it can feel like you’re on a bit of a roller coaster with all of the sharp turns but we quickly got a hang of driving on the island. Luckily we had 4 wheel drive, a must to navigate some of the roads that we were on. We had everything we needed in the villa which was exactly as pictured and very comfortable for our party of five. Everything was neat and clean when we checked in and Tim, the property manager, was fantastic, responding promptly to fix a few blips that we had during our stay. Prior to our visit, Nicole promptly answered all logistics questions that we had and provided much needed information that we requested thereby insuring a fantastic trip. We highly recommend staying at Waterlemon Villa if you plan on visiting St John!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Stunning
The pictures on this listing does not do it any justice. Waking up every morning, getting your cup of coffee and walking out onto the screened in porch to take in the views from this spectacular property is something I wish I never had to leave. There were 8 of us staying here, with 4 adults and 4 children between the ages of 8-12. The house has everything you could need and then some. We were escorted the first night by Leo, who was incredibly helpful in getting us to the property and showing us around to ensure we were comfortable before she left. I'm not going to lie, the drive up to the house the first time will definitely have you sitting up on the wheel, but you get used to it, and knowing what you are driving to makes it much easier. This was our first time staying on the Coral Bay side of the island, and our third time staying on St. John. Coral has so many different things to offer, and I encourage everyone to give it a shot, and stay here at Waterlemon if you can. You won’t be disappointed!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous villa!
Waterlemon villa is such a gorgeous home base in Coral Bay! Everything is meticulously clean and welcoming. The beds are so comfortable, and our kids 10 and 7 loved the bunk room. We loved having AC in the bedrooms! The views are amazing, and I am not a morning person but was up for the amazing sunrise each morning. The kitchen is very well stocked, and the screened in porch was perfect for eating dinner and enjoying morning coffee. The road and driveway to the villa is steep and winding, a real island road! Make sure to get a jeep and put it in 4wd when going up and down. Give a honk going around blind turn and you will be fine! It seems a little scary at first but it adds to the fun and adventure and is well worth being up higher for the views and privacy. Tim the property manager was very responsive when we had a couple of hiccups due to losing power from the tropical storm. Any questions we had he answered immediately. We loved being so close to Maho Bay, the pool was great, and the outdoor showers were amazing (even had a tree frog visitor which was so cute!) We felt like royalty, and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
We had a great time. I celebrated my 50th birthday here. The house was even more beautiful in person. We even had visit from the island donkeys one night. Definitely recommend renting. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ayla C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful base for relaxing and exploring Saint John!
Our family (4 adults and 2 teens) had a wonderful stay at Waterlemon Villa! The location was a great base for exploring the island once we got used to the crazy driveway (We were thankful to have had Leo meet us in town and lead us to the house the first day. The driveway is no joke, but we did get used to it. Our Ford Explorer (for the 6 of us) worked, but a Jeep would have been ideal). We visited a new beach every day and snorkeled our hearts out. The house had enough space for us to spread out, or gather together in the many common areas. We made good use of the kitchen where we cooked most of our meals and ate them on the screened-in porch. We spent lots of time in and around the pool. We also loved sitting on the lower deck, enjoying the sunrise and stunning views of Coral Bay. We had a great time and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cassie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views for Days!
The views at Waterlemon Villa are unbelievable! Our family also really loved the Coral Bay Area- quieter and more chill vibe compared to Cruz Bay. Overall, the home was very clean but just seemed to need mild maintenance here and there (exterior doors didn’t close all the way, some of the screens are out in the screened in porch, wood rot, etc) and maybe some newer furniture here and there. None of it was a huge deal for us- but definitely bring bug spray! We really liked the floor plan but the stairs are very steep (which we knew about from the listing). The beach chairs, coolers and beach toys were super nice to have! Overall, we had a great time and were grateful for such a nice spot as our home base while on St John!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!!!!
What a great place to stay. I would highly recommend this house. We will return again. To anyone staying here for the first time, I highly recommend taking the advice from the host to securing a Jeep for your vacation. The drive to the house is very vertical and takes a little getting used to but your Jeep will get you in and out safely. I would like to send my sincere appreciation to the host, housekeeper and all others involved in preparing the house for our vacation. Everything was clean and in proper condition. I can’t wait to return!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home!
Well kept home with stunning views and the best stocked kitchen I’ve ever seen in a rental home. We cooked, grilled, enjoyed the pool and had amazing beach excursions daily! Communication was impecable. We hope to return for another visit!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
This villa was great for our family of 5 adults. It had everything we needed, kitchen was well appointed for meals, including the grill. We spent every night playing cards on the deck which was so relaxing. Waking up to the sunrise every morning was unbelievable! We had an issue with the water pump, but the manager was very responsive getting it fixed as soon as possible.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay on St. John
We had a wonderful time staying at this villa on St. John. The view was incredible, the property was clean, the beds were comfortable, and the pool was so refreshing. The air conditioner was new for this visit and worked perfectly! The property manager was also extremely responsive. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Waterlemon Wonder!
We loved our time at Waterlemon Villa and we miss it already! Waterlemon Villa is the place to stay in Coral Bay if you are looking for a fabulous family house, amazing views that never get old, a fully stocked kitchen for cooking, a private heated pool, outdoor showers with a view, a screened-in balcony (no bugs), beach gear/chairs/towels, coolers, and a private property nestled in the hill. We are a family of 4 and we had an abundance of space. We found the villa very clean upon arrival and the property managers were very easy to communicate with. One night the outside grill ran out of propane and a new tank was delivered the next morning. At first, the drive up to the house (quite high up) was so scary but we eventually got used to the twisty, narrow and steep roads that St. John has. And also to the goats, donkeys and chickens that love the road too ;) We enjoyed hitting a new beach every day, a full-day boat excursion, Skinny Legs for burgers and shopping, Windmill Bar for drinks and views, LimeOut for tacos, Rams Head hike and snorkeling everywhere. In the evening, it was great to be back at Waterlemon Villa for relaxing on the upper balcony, playing games, watching movies and enjoying another cocktail with the nice Caribbean breeze. Thank you for a wonderful stay and all the memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023