Communication was clear and concise. Check-in and check-out was easy. The kids loved the trails around the property as they searched for lizards and other tropical wildlife. The early morning views were amazing as we drank our coffee on the deck watching the sunrise. The location in Coral Bay was fantastic, straight up the mountain from a few of the local markets and restaurants/bars. The hot tub was a nice way to end the day. Would definitely recommend this little slice of heaven!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The place was clean, easy to get to, and well-equipped. The view of the bay is absolutely gorgeous! Check in was easy and management was readily available if needed.
This lovely hillside cottage overlooks Coral Bay and the views are better in person than the pictures show. Absolutely charming home with a fully stocked kitchen and an assortment of beach chairs, towels etc. There was an extended island power outage during our stay, which was completely out of the hosts control, but they worked diligently to make it right for us. We highly recommend this property and we will certainly visit again
This is an amazing cottage, that offers an incredible family vacation. The trails on the property are great we enjoyed walking them as a family.
If your looking for an unforgettable place to enjoy paradise book the Stonegarden Cottage!
My family loved our stay. The house is on the quieter side of the island which we really appreciated. The communication leading up to our stay was thorough, and we were met on our first day to guide us to the house and walk us through the property. The grounds have trails that were fun.
The house had everything we needed and was very comfortable. I highly recommend you set an alarm to see sunrise at some point!
It's a really convenient location to beaches and trails.
This stay in Coral Bay was terrific! Thanks!
Amazing views over Coral Bay ! Clean and plenty of supplies. No A/C but trade winds provided cool evenings and we were never hot or uncomfortable. Very secluded. Beautiful walking trail on property through lush vegetation. Hot tub was very nice. Will stay again.
I could sit on the deck all day and all night. You will be in awe. Coffee on the deck in the morning to watch the sunrise. Beer on the deck at night to watch the stars. AC is not needed. The trade winds were perfect. Watching our beach towels drying off with the trade winds from the bedroom window with an unbelievable view of Corral Bay gave us the most relaxing feeling. The property managers were very helpful with our questions and teaching us how to park. We loved all the goats, chickens, donkeys and horse that freely roamed in corral
bay. The property manager did tell us to shop in Cruz bay for food. I wish we did that as there is not much in Corral Bay. I wish we took more advantage of the grill on the deck. But, we mostly ate lunch at the beaches with a painkiller. Awesome stay.
Property was unique, clean and comfortable. Walking paths throughout the property. I didnât think we would use the jacuzzi but we did several evenings. Main bedroom, common areas and bathrooms were nice. The second bedroom with the bunk beds is small. We had most of our meals on the patio and there was a nice breeze. The drive to the property was easy and not too steep even though it was above coral bay. Caribbean banana bread and musical instruments a plus! We would definitely stay again.
Our family had the best stay at Stonegarden Cottage! We traveled with our two (children 8 and 12) and my parents. The set up was perfect for us. My parents enjoyed having their own space in the lower level apartment and our family of four stayed upstairs. Everything was even better than we expected. The cottage was very clean and had everything that we needed for a very comfortable stay. The property is gorgeously cared for and the view is probably one of the best on the island. We actually spent a lot of time just hanging out at the house and exploring the surrounding woods. We loved many decks and seating areas... Plenty of lovely spots to enjoy some quiet reading time :) The open air bathrooms are so cool too!
Coral bay is nice and laid back with everything youâll need. It was really nice to be on the quiet side and still have many options for great food etcâŠ! Skinny Legs was our favorite spot for lunches and the pizza at the Salty Mongoose was delicious.
Scott and Anysia were also very helpful and so friendly! They made it very easy to get settled and they answered any questions promptly. Thanks again for the delicious banana cake!
This really was an unforgettable experience and we are already working on a plan to return to this beautiful place. Thanks so much for everything you guys do to make this cottage feel like a home! We wouldnât want to stay anywhere else:)
This was a unique and lovely home with amazing views. I was thoroughly impressed with the cleanliness. The hot tub was fantastic and everything we needed (beach towels, beach chairs, etc) was there! The master bed was also super comfortable.
This property was exactly as advertised, and we could not be happier to have chosen it for our vacation. The owners and property managers were available and consistently helpful, and provided an experience that exceeded our expectations in every way. This was not our first time on St. John, but this property will be the first we will return to. We will also definitely recommend this property to our friends as well.
-This place was AMAZING!!! We stayed for our honeymoon and it was just perfect. The view is breathtaking from all over the property, including the back patio, dining room, bedroom, and hottub.
-The hot tub was spectacular! Worked, easy to control, easy to cover, and had hanging lights.
-Those trade winds blew all the time and were really nice to have. It was easy to keep cool with the fans in the whole cottage and winds blowing in through open screened windows.
-Everything worked in the place, including kitchen, wifi, grill, hot tub, fans. We didn't try the TV. Everything was also clean and well kept! The power never went out the 5 days we were there so we never got to see the Tesla power wall in action. Looked like it was fully charged based on the light indicator.
-Beach Gear: They had plenty of snorkel gear. It just took us some time at Maho Bay to figure out which one created a seal on our faces. And the chairs worked well too! One of the three we tried is missing an arm rest though. One of the umbrellas we tried looks to be rusted enough that its mechanism to hold itself open doesnât work anymore. Didnât really bother us!
-The property managers, Anysia and Scott, made sure that there was a heart shaped flower decoration on the table when we walked in, freshly backed mocha chocolate chip banana bread, and a bottle of Prosecco. Details on point! These two were also very kind, showed us everything we needed in the VRBO, and were responsive via text. The meet up at the Coral Bay sign was quite easy.
-A few other reviews noted the steep road, and at first those reviews made me nervous. But our Jeep easily got up and down that paved road to the cottage. Easy during the day and night. And it is so close to the Coral Bay restaurants and two grocery stores.
They have a few binders with local info on restaurants and to do, which is neat!
-Parking was easy at the cottage!
-We read online that our phones might pick up the British Virgin Islands cell phone towers and charge us for roaming. Looks like that didnât happen to us. We have Cricket and our phones worked perfectly the whole time (S10 and S21 Galaxy). Call, text, and cellular internet, GPS had no problem. Island easy to navigate. We didn't have to buy any international plan.
-It was quiet and peaceful. It is also within 15 minutes of amazing beaches and Reef Bay hiking trail.
-The master bathroom is bathroom goals because of the plants and stain glass. Love all the plants on the propery.
We had a great stay. Check in was seamless and communication was welcoming. The property was everything it advertised and more. The new hot tub was perfect after a long day of snorkeling. There was plenty of hiking and nearby beaches to explore. Not having AC wasn't an issue and we found the temperature lovely. The views from the balcony during sunrise and the evening were breathtaking. We loved the special touches including the fresh flowers and homemade banana bread on arrival. We definitely hope to return soon.
The cottage is absolutely stunning inside and out! The property has the best views and has everything you could possibly think of for my entire family of 6 which included 3 somewhat handicap and a child. Words and pictures can not even begin to show the beautiful, serene tranquility of this property. It has everything anyone could want.
Stonegarden was away from noise and nightlife if that is what you are looking for. The views from the kitchen and deck are just amazing---other islands in view, the hills and turquoise water at 180 degrees. The property was clean and the gardens around and below the house were fun to explore. Very zen!
Breathtaking property with breathtaking views of Coral Bay. You get a wonderful sunrise here! Conveniently located right up the hill from the Dolphin market, making trips for grocery a breeze. I love this side of the island and this is one of the more beautiful villas Iâve stayed at. Would love to come back! Special shout out to the property managers Scott and Anysia, who do a great job! We were unable to get a rental car for day 1 or the trip and Anysia actually picked us up in Cruz Bay upon arrival and took us to the villa. Above and beyond service and really helped get trip started on the right foot! Stay here; you wonât regret it!
Can't say enough about this property. First, location made it easy to get to East End and the North Shore. Plenty of dining and grocery options very nearby. Cool breezes all day.
The cottage is very well equipped and immaculate. Loved the style and artwork Comfy! Comfy furniture, and the outdoor area was so great. Pretty morning views and serene afternoon vibe. The sun is never blazing in your face here, it just bathes the scene in light. When I return to St. John, I will schedule my stay around the availability of Stonegarden Cottage!
If you're looking for a property with loads of charm, a million dollar + view, a great location, and plenty of comfort, this property is for you. I stayed at Stone Garden with my wife and sons in December 2020. I selected the property based on the location (close to beaches and hikes), views, and reasonable price. Stone Garden did not disappoint. SG is 500 feet above Coral Bay, with amazing views of SJ's East End, Tortola, and other islands. SG is clean, quiet, and has several architectural features (e.g., stone work and open air showers) that give it true charm and authenticity. For me and my family, SG was a home run.
We had a great stay and thought both the house and views were really nice. Joy was very helpful while we were at the house and was quick to respond anytime we needed anything. The location is excellent, an easy drive from town and to the west side beaches. I was concerned about the lack of A/C, but it was very breezy and cool at night.
We would be happy to stay here again.
Our family of 3 had a lovely, restful visit. The house is beautifully decorated and is spacious and comfortable. We enjoyed the deck overlooking Coral Bay and beyond. The home is in a quiet neighborhood, yet is close to many restaurants and is a short drive to all the wonderful beaches on the island. We enjoyed our stay at this very special place!
We had a wonderful stay in Coral Bay!! The cottage was perfect for our group of 4 adults and 3 kids- using both levels. Amenities were great, views from the deck AMAZING, and accommodations comfortable and well decorated. Bathrooms were beautiful and so fun! Gwen was super helpful - she made sure our stay was perfect and we had everything we needed. Thank you! We hope to return to St. John and would definitely stay here again!
The cottage was comfortable and very nice. The master bathroom is something all by itself. Met the owner and had pleasant conversations every time as we have similar interest. Would recommend this vacation home to anyone. St John is a beautiful and interesting island with activities for all.