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Outdoor pool
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Sea view

Explore the area

Map
St Thomas
  • Bolongo Bay
    1 min walk
  • Bluebeards Beach
    7 min drive
  • Mim's Caribbean Cafe
    1 min walk
  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base)
    8 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

READ MY REVIEWS! Vacation in style right on the ocean ABSOLUTELY THE BEST!


Welcome to our FANTASTIC 2 bedroom - 2 bathroom oceanfront condo at Watergate Villas, Bolongo Bay, St. Thomas. When it comes to your vacation, as they say in real estate, it's location, location, location! As you can see from our pictures, this unit's prime location is just 10 steps from our patio to the pool and just 30 steps to the sand. Take a look at the fabulous view from our unit....you will hear the waves every minute of every day. Our location directly adjacent to the pool is PERFECT for families with kids that like to spend LOTS of time at the pool. We are so close that our Wi Fi even works on the pool deck.

You will love the convenience of our fully appointed kitchen if you like to make some of your own meals. We even have a DISHWASHER! The island has countless restaurant options just a short drive away, but there are also 3 convenient oceanfront restaurants that are a short walk down the beach. Mim's Seaside Bistro is located on the property and is more of an upscale dining experience open just for dinner. IGGIE'S beach bar is just 100 yards down the beach and every night they are sure to please with various live entertainment. You will also find The Lobster Grill, a little further down at Bolongo Beach Resort. I personally love going there for breakfast ...there's always a table oceanside. Also located at the resort are a PADI certified dive shop, water sports rentals, spa services and daily catamaran tours. Bolongo Bay has fantastic snorkeling right here without having to travel anywhere.

The condo in total is roughly 1100 square feet and has a great layout with each bedroom having its own full bathroom with upgraded shower heads and great water pressure. The bathrooms can be utilized without having to go through the bedrooms, which is a great privacy feature. Both bedrooms have A/C units with the living area having one as well. We have a high quality queen size Aerobed that can be set up in the living room to accommodate an additional 2 guests as needed, for a total of 6 guests total. The main living area, kitchen and master bedroom all have gorgeous views of the pool deck and ocean. Sitting on the huge patio listening to the waves just never gets old. Since the patio faces southeast, it gets shade at noon, so it is ideal temperature all afternoon long. The choices for nightlife on the island are many, but if you prefer staying in to rest for your next day, we have over 120 cable channels plus a WI-FI DVD player to stream movies and shows with any subscriptions you may have. We have an active Netflix account to entertain you at the condo for those lazy night in.

Our front door is the most convenient in proximity to the parking area and the laundry room is less than 10 steps from our door as well.

Our unit is one of the most nicely appointed you will find in all of the Caribbean. We take great pride on having top quality mattresses and linens, ensuring a great NIGHT of rest, for the best vacation DAYS. We provide beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel equipment, beach toys, coolers, Bluetooth radio and much more. Most everything has been just newly replaced so it is all in great condition. This is our vacation home and we like things right. We spend 5-8 weeks per year here ourselves.

The condo's location on the island is ideal. You will be less than a 15 minute drive from both of the primary towns on the island. Charlotte Amalie offers up a generous amount of culture with its abundance of historical buildings, shopping, restaurants and nightlife. Whatever it is you are looking for, you are sure to find it in Charlotte Amalie.
The lively yachting hub of Red Hook is just a 10 minute drive east. This quaint little town will make you want visit the island again and again. You will find both locals and tourists enjoying everything from a great cocktail to a café latte. Red Hook is also the best place to take the ferry to St. John and the British Virgin Islands, which are just FABULOUS!
I have so much more to tell you and would love the chance to speak more in depth about the many places I haven't mentioned. Please feel free to call me anytime, I am here to help you the best I can.
During your stay at this condo building, you're just a quick walk from Bolongo Bay. Features include an outdoor pool. The condo includes amenities such as a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned condo with kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and patio
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Bolongo Bay and 14 minutes by car from Sapphire Beach
This condo offers its guests an outdoor pool and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This St. Thomas condo is smoke free.

Property manager

Mike Holzberger

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the unit. Smoking on patio only.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Golf privileges
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Boating on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Birdwatching 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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.
  • Note from host: This condo is the absolute perfect family vacation

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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.

Property is also known as

NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best Condo
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best St Thomas
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best Condo
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best St Thomas
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best Condo
NEW Listing Vacation Style Right Ocean Absolutely Best

READ MY REVIEWS! Vacation in style right on the ocean ABSOLUTELY THE BEST! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron H, Vandergrift

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Owner has excellent communication. Great spot--Right on the beach & right by the pool. 2 very close restaurants--both were good. Private parking so theres always a spot available
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely view of the pool and the bay. The owner was very accommodating. The two restaurants within walking distance both on the property and at the resort next door were convenient and had good food.
Overall a lovely stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Felicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING Location!
I can't rave enough about this incredible unit! The overall location was absolutely ideal, offering a picturesque view of the bay, proximity to the beach, and easy access to excellent restaurants. Additionally, the unit's position within the property was unbeatable. Being on the first level, we enjoyed the convenience of walking out from our porch straight to the pool in 30 seconds. The view of the bay from our porch was breathtaking, making our mornings and evenings truly special. The on-site restaurant, Mim's, located right on the waterfront, offered amazing food and cocktails. Bolongo Bay Beach Resort, a nearby neighbor, also served up delicious meals and fantastic drinks. My husband and our two kids, aged 19 and 14—took the Discover Scuba Course and absolutely fell in love with diving. They're all eager to get their dive certifications now! Mike, our host, was outstanding. His communication was top-notch, and his detailed document full of valuable information and recommendations made our stay seamless. We followed his advice throughout our trip, and every suggestion was spot on. Thanks to Mike's phenomenal recommendations, we had an unforgettable trip. We took the car ferry over to St. John, visited Cinnamon Bay Beach, and had an incredible lunch at Skinny Legs. Another highlight was our day at Magens Bay Beach, which was absolutely stunning. I can't wait to return to St. Thomas and stay in this EXACT unit!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to stay in St. Thomas
In searching for a place for me, my husband and 2 of our sons (21 and 17) to spend our vacation in St. Thomas, I came across this place. It was exactly what we needed for space, with one of the bedrooms allowing for the bed to be a king or two twin beds. It is exactly as the pictures show. The property was very clean and a perfect central location. The only thing between the unit and the ocean is the pool, which I found to be rare for what I was looking for in a property. Mike was extremely easy to get in touch with both before our stay and during our stay. He provides a great "handbook" that gives really good information on the area. It helped immensely in planning what places to visit and good suggestions on where to eat.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denice D.

Liked: Cleanliness
STT Family and Friends trip
We enjoyed this special place. The condo is next to the pool (we were often the only ones there) and steps away from the ocean. What a view! We enjoyed our coffee on the porch each morning. Later in the day, we walked to a few restaurants and we enjoyed our meals at each of the restaurants. Our host was very informative and was available when we had questions. We would definitely stay here again. It was a quiet, relaxing environment.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Has a beautiful view of pool and ocean with gorgeous sunrises, on lowest floor with open porch right beside pool for better or worse, plenty of iguanas - do not feed them. Condo complex has bright lights at night obscuring views of stars and sky. Good beach equipment on hand to use. Property manager very responsive with lots of helpful info and tips.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 2 bedroom rental
Communication with the renter was phenomenal! Mike had advice or an answer for everything! Place was clean, had everything we needed and was in a great central location for what we wanted to do. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mike was in constant communication with us and went the extra mile to insure we had a great time. He was amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shernile B., Orlando, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay!
We had a wonderful time on Bolongo Bay. Actually met Mike the host and he's an awesome dude! Place was clean and the unit was quiet. Upclose parking and a beautiful ocean view. Going back in the near future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool side fun
The Lovely poolside condo was backed up by the hum of the ocean. It was a peaceful, restorative stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Mike was an exceptional host. He stayed in constant contact calling & sending a 14 page pdf prior to our trip with recommendations on restaurants, shopping & excursions that made our trip so much easier. He stayed in contact up to the day of our departure. We highly recommend booking with him.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As a last minute stay, we couldn’t have been happier. Everything we needed was right here. Two restaurants, pool, relaxing, peaceful with waves crashing right outside the door. Communication was quick, easy Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Perfect location Great atmosphere Wonderful condo
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with fantastic views
Mike was very communicative and helpful. Upon booking, he emails a TOME of information that is immensely helpful, especially if this is your first time in the islands. He covers everything from car rentals, idiosyncrasies specific to the unit, packing suggestions, favorite haunts, best activities and so much more! The condo is perfect for a family of 4 and pool and beach access is primo! There were pool floats, snorkel sets for 4 adults and 1 child, beach chairs, and sand toys! We really enjoyed our time in Mike's place and in the Virgin Islands.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
This unit was perfect for us. We are all older 69 - 79. It was so close to the pool it was perfect. My brother had his own space and my girlfriend had ours. We really had a good time. Thanks Mike.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

kate k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Extremely clean, beautiful location , Pool and ocean steps away
From the moment we arrived the property was more than expected. Beach towels located on each of the bends spices in the cabinet with a full kitchen supply of pots and pans ..Location on the ground floor overlooking the pool and subsequent ocean was absolutely beautiful. You could sit on your front deck and enjoy the sounds of the ocean as well as easily jump in the pool within a few steps, all the while you have your adult beverage and snacks within a few feet. Mike was most helpful arranging our vacation and letting us know expectation and helpful hints. The location of the two restaurants in this bay area are fantastic. Iggy‘s restaurant has the best mahi-mahi sandwich’s, and other entrées were fabulous, both takeout and dining were great options as well we enjoyed live music..Mimmim’s Fine dining just steps away from your pool door had outstanding pasta dishes and shrimp.. We took advantage of the close proximity of multiple beaches~ Megan’s Beach and Lindquist where our top two beaches.. Lindquist is a wonderful large beach area great for family of all ages.. note to those visiting very easy to pack sandwiches snacks and beverages for the beach as Mike provides coolers, beach towels and chairs with the rental so you can easily make a day outing with all the conveniences you desire.. we also took advantage of a boat rental - St Thomas boat rental 8 hours with a trip to St. John’s , and charter fishing trip that was outstanding with ocean Surfari ( Captain was great and we caught many fish, enough to feed 15 people for supper).. Can’t say enough about our multi family adventure and stay, highly recommend Mike and his rental units!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P., Audubon ,PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Retreat
We enjoyed our 5 day stay here in St Thomas at this 2 bedroom condo. It's not fancy but met our needs. The owner answered phone calls promptly and gave thorough responses. We had 2 minor maintenance issues that were handled immediately. The view was beautiful and the pool was lovely. The beach however is nonexistent. We took cabs to other lovely beaches. The condo is not walking distance to anything except 2 restaurants. Cabs are not expensive but do add up if you use them a lot. The owner gave us a very complete packet on the condo and the island and recommendations on where to eat, shop and visit. We took a chance and stayed during hurricane season. We only had one day with an afternoon shower. We heard losing power on the island was common but we never experienced that. Plenty of lanterns and batteries there just in case. A ferry ride to St John is a must.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M., Stilwell, Kansas

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location and great view
The ocean view is amazing. The pool is very nice, not crowded and great that it’s right outside the patio door. Be sure to make dinner reservations as everyone requires them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful View
The view is spectacular & being able to walk right out the the pool was awesome!!! The whole property, grounds & pool are pristine! MiMi’s restaurant is right next to the pool & Iggy’s is very walkable. The condo, although somewhat outdated, is very comfortable. It has all of the necessities you’ll need to have a great time! And, Mike, the owner, is very prompt about answering any questions or taking care of any issues you might have. I would definitely book this condo again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

debbie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
I love the view of the ocean and the pool!
Favorite thing was the view! It was nice location . Snorkeling was good and fun. Two restaurants right there. Every Thing was in working order. Well stocked ! Bedrooms each have a bathroom. too!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aaaaaamazing views, clean condo and comfortable beds!
this place is a MUST stay on St Thomas!! I wish I could attach a photo or video! you just can't beat watching sunrise from your BED in the master bedroom!!! :) Upon check-in, a fresh smelling, clean, spacious 2 bdrm, 2 ba condo awaited us, after a full long day travel from MN, that was very much appreciated! Then we stepped out to the right side of the condo about 200 feet to have dinner at Mim's (can't recommend due to very, very delayed service, and it wasn't busy, the food overall was OK, however the seafood chowder was the best I've tasted). Then there's Iggy's Oasis to the left of the condo about 1/4 mile down, swimming up bar, live music, right over the ocean, we hung out there a couple of times, soooo relaxing! We even let our 14 year old go get her lunch there by herself (I'm very much a helicopter type of parent ;) )! Our youngest just couldn't get enough of the pool! I LOVE that I could sit on the porch enjoying my time as I keep an eye on him, enjoy his laughters and giggles, and answer his million questions!!! LOVE the memories!!! On our 2nd to last day of our stay, we met the owner, Mike! How lucky was that ? :) Mike was super nice, friendly and knowledgeable of everything in this area, or Caribbean in general, he's well traveled, he can share some very insightful information about the area. I'm a person who won't return to a vacation spot twice, but I'm already planning to come back to stay on one of Mike's other condos (he has 3 of them on this location). I can't rave enough about this place, check it out yourself, you will not be disappointed!! Safe trails, happy travels!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt M., Amherst

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Mike was an excellent communicator which is paramount. Thank you Mike! Everything in the villa was as listed and well received except that damn sticky sliding door. We used that door 200 times in 9 days and it got annoying. We also had a 2nd villa and it wasn't sticky at all. I rated this experience great because I would def come back and stay here; however, here are some things to think about from our stay..... 1st one was a major no sand in front of villa (100 feet) at ocean as photo's wrongly show. How long since 2017 hurricane does it take to put sand here when 1 mile down the road there's a huge gravel quarry with sand and I saw sand piles close by to draw from and equipment to install it. I had to walk the concrete jersey barrier 100' down to the sandy beach near bolongo bay which was against their posted signs but the people at Bolongo were okay with it. So essentially I almost didn't have any sandy ocean on this trip unless I drove to it. The oceanside cliff pool is out of commission (still) which was a bummer, but the hillside pool was cool and open. Mike recommended Dexter for rental car which worked out fantastic. During this COVID time, the island was fantastic with face coverings and wipe downs, etc (better than USA states).
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2020

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness
Giving bad reviews is not my thing, but Mike as been unresponsive to my email stating the issues that we found at this condo location. So, I am left with no other option then to report the following. The building is outdated, but that is common in on islands, so I do not have a lot of comments about that. My issues are more about the cleanliness. The kitchen floor was dirty and there was a large section between the refrigerator and cabinets (about 3 inches) where dirt was just piled up. The bathrooms did not look clean, especially the tubs and the toilet had fecal matter on it. The windowsills had dirt in them, and the slider door had so much piled up in it that it would not slide open easily. There was even a pile of dirt on counter by the coffee maker. In today’s time with Covid-19 running rampant, I was genuinely concerned with how well the unit had been cleaned and disinfected. We ended up having to find last minute accommodations for our visit and although Mike stated several times that I was getting an incredible deal on his condo, I was able to locate two rooms at a local resort for a total of only $150 more. We still had a kitchen, beach view, a great pool and the rooms were immaculate. Please note that this unit has many steps to get to it. I spoke to Mike initially and he stated that it was on the ground level. This unit is NOT on the ground level. You go up about 8 steps and then back down 10-12 steps to get to it, making it a full flight of stairs to
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice unit pool beach dining close bye
Clean unit has all you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020