Warm ocean breezes waves breaking on coral reef below. 1Bed-1Bath or 2Bed-2Bath

Coral Bay, Coral Bay
$432 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Tradewinds is a quiet, peaceful, private 2 level one OR two bedroom cottage perched above John's Folly Bay in the scenic, tranquil southeastern corner of St. John. In contrast to many cottages in St. John, we are easily accessible from a paved road. No scary gravelly mountain inclines to traverse to get to Tradewinds! Available as either a one or two bedroom charming, large cottage, Tradewinds can accommodate 2-4 guests. If it's just two of you, the downstairs bedroom is locked and unoccupied for the week. IF YOU'D LIKE MORE ROOM, THE DOWNSTAIRS BEDROOM AND BATH CAN BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ACCOMMODATE A TOTAL OF 4 GUESTS FOR AN ADDITIONAL FEE. YOU MUST INDICATE THIS TO THE OWNER THROUGH VRBO
A 45 minute drive from Cruz Bay(ferry arrival point), we are five minutes past Coral Bay, a one minute drive to Salt Pond Beach and Ram's Head. Tradewinds features beautiful sunrises from the large deck and the gentle melody of waves on the beach below.

This charming wooden cottage features light, airy rooms with stunning ocean views throughout. The deck commands a panoramic view of the British Virgin Islands and a southeastern exposure offers breathtaking sunrises-if you're up that early! Steady trade winds keep the house cool on hot days and ensure bug-free evenings.

Renting as a 1BR grants access to the upper level featuring a kitchen/living room/eating area, bedroom and bathroom. Or for more space, rent Tradewinds as a 2BR cottage granting you access to both the upper and lower levels-one bedroom and bathroom on each level. The lower level, accessed by an enclosed outside stairway, features a beautiful bedroom with a private balcony and a bathroom with ocean views. This configuration is designed for maximum privacy between two bedrooms-each with its own private bath. **This set-up is NOT good for small children, as bedrooms are separated and access between levels is via a covered outside stairway.** The choice is yours, one bedroom or two!
** PLEASE NOTE THE 2nd BDRM is an additional $75.00 per night fee which is not going to be reflected in the initial Homeaway quote. The owner will adjust the rate manually to be reflected. Additionally there is a cleaning fee of 175.00 plus tax.
There are only a few other houses on our hillside, ensuring complete privacy in our cottage, with a few houses nearby in case one wanted to wave hello to our neighbors.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Property Does Not Allow Children Unit Size: 1100 Sq Ft (102 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee Grinder Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Near Laundromat
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Massages
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Italian
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Iron/ironing Board Phone Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: No Smoking Ever!! Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Patrick

    Submitted Feb 5, 2024

    Stayed Jan 13, 2024

    The view from this property overlooking the ocean is fabulous. We could hear the waves hitting the shore. We would spend the evenings lying on the deck amazed seeing the stars overhead. This property is on the quiet side of the island away from all the lights of Cruz Bay allowing for the wonderful nighttime light show!

  • Lauren V.

    Submitted Jan 18, 2026

    Stayed Jan 10, 2026

    We had a wonderful time staying at Tradewinds. STJ feels like a second home for us and Krista’s house is our favorite rental so we grab it anytime it’s available for our travels. Krista and Lenny a so easy to work with and their home is wonderful! Truly a delight staying here and look forward to future trips.

  • Joe T.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Tradewinds was a terrific choice for our family of four adults - our first trip to St John. If you are planning to stay on the east side of the island, you don't need to look any further. Tradewinds offers spectacular views, comfortable accommodations, easy access to great beaches and snorkeling, amazing stargazing, beach gear and a fully equipped kitchen. Krista is a super friendly, helpful and responsive host. We can't wait to return!

  • Tom C.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    Tradewinds is a wonderful spot off the beaten path in the Salt Pond area. After a day exploring the island we would return to views of Norman Island and Coral Bay. Krista was very informative and responsive to any inquiries. I highly recommend Tradewinds.

  • Brandy J.

    Submitted Dec 24, 2024

    Stayed Dec 14, 2024

    This is our second stay at Tradewinds and it was once again perfect! The view is breathtaking! The cottage is clean and has everything you need for a perfect visit. Krista checks in from time to time and responds quickly to questions. Great place to stay - don’t miss out!

  • Submitted Apr 25, 2024

    Stayed Apr 16, 2024

    Tradewinds Cottage has everything you need for a St John vacation. Well equipped kitchen plus coolers and beach chairs for hitting some of the best beaches in the world. A deck with a fabulous view high above the ocean. Comfortable furniture inside and out. Neat and very clean. You may be on the “quiet” side of St John but there many bars and restaurants for those days when you want to eat out. The island is small so no attractions are very far away. Krista, the host, treated us like family and was quickly available by text to fix any minor problem. My strongest recommendation for Tradewinds Cottage is that this was our fifth time there.

  • Andy S.

    Submitted Jan 14, 2024

    Stayed Jan 6, 2024

    My wife and I stayed at Tradewinds with some friends for a week in the sun! The house was perfect for us with two private sleeping spaces and associated bathrooms. The views from the home are breathtaking. The home was very clean and located 10-15 minutes from Coral Bay resulting in a quiet and secluded stay while being close close to great food and beaches. Krista was an excellent host: she was very responsive with messages before and during our trip. We would 100% stay here again.

  • Brandy J.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2024

    Stayed Dec 30, 2023

    This was perfect for our family! The downstairs bedroom was enjoyed by our 18 and 22 year old sons…a nice separation for them. Everything we needed was available (beach chairs, beach towels, cooler and beach bags,). The view is insurmountable- anytime of the day. We fell in love with Tradewinds and will be back!

  • Thomas H.

    Submitted May 16, 2023

    Stayed May 6, 2023

    This was our fifth trip renting a home in St. John and our fourth staying in Coral Bay area. Tradewinds is our favorite to date! The house is well appointed and the interiors are up to date and very tasteful. It is very slightly trapezoid in plan which adds to the charm. We were a little concerned on booking that it did not have AC, but it was not an issue. There was steady breeze all day. In fact, it could be cool in the evening. The location was ideal for us, located between two of our favorite haunts, Miss Lucy's and Salt Pond, and close to the main road so getting in and out was a breeze (has been issue at other rentals). We were able to reach the northern and east end beaches in 20 minutes (don't miss Haulover north if you snorkel). We did not have any issues but the Owner checked in on us to make sure everything . We had a wonderful time and would definitely book again.

  • Submitted May 4, 2023

    Stayed Apr 25, 2023

    Location high above the sea with endless views. Early morning on the deck with a coffee watching the sun rise. Ahhh! Cottage is equipped with everything you need if you want to eat in and several eating and drinking places five minutes away in Coral Bay. Beaches and hiking and snorkeling minutes away. The current owners have upgraded and beautified the cottage. We won’t go anywhere else on St John.

  • Kathleen B.

    Submitted Jan 21, 2023

    Stayed Jan 10, 2023

    Perched on a hillside with excellent views & easy access.. We four adults had plenty of room with two bedrooms. Kitchen is well appointed. Large sea facing windows in every room. Great deck for afternoons after exploring & snorkeling. Beds & pillows very comfortable. We signed into Netflix & PBS with our code. Wifi is spotty but adequate. (I hear that is Island wide though.). Wonderful breeze all day & night. Very safe, quiet & private setting. Krista, the host is very responsive & very friendly. She was a great help when one of us needed direction for a medical issue that occurred. She has a very positive/ can do attitude. It was a pleasure working with her.

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$521+
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