Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

Three ensuite bedrooms, forever crazy views and gorgeous pool. 10 / 10 Recommend!

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Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

Superb location overlooking the sound and quite possibly the best view on the island. Shannon the property manager met us in town immediately after arriving and was the consummate host - if we ever needed anything during our stay, she immediately responded. The property was gorgeous and fit the needs of my family perfectly over the Thanksgiving holiday - the owners were happy to give us recommendations for restaurants and on provisioning alike. The home was in an ideal location for not only the stunning views, but was in close proximity to the supermarket, beaches and other prime locations in Cruz Bay. A must stay when vacationing to St. John.

Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

Our family of four (two college kids) had a fantastic time staying at Calicaribe. The pictures represent it well. The property was clean and ready for our arrival. Incredible views of Cruz Bay and beyond. Great location with easy, quick access to restaurants and bars. Extremely private. Gorgeous architecture. We would love to return.

Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

The property is an idyllic spot for relaxing and enjoying everything about the VI's. We had three couples and this house was perfect for us. Wonderful design, construction and ambiance. Pool, decks, kitchen and furnishings all wonderful. Will go again.

Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

This is our second time staying in Calicaribe and we were a little concerned after the hurricane but it still looks beautiful. The home has less bedrooms than some other homes we've stayed in but perfect for 1 or 2 couples. There is a lower level with a small kitchen and queen bed but we didn't need it. The path to the lower level has been improved since our last stay. Would be a nice space for another family now that the path is easier to navigate. The pool is still our favorite spot after a day at the beaches and morning coffee. Stunning views and with it being right off the living areas it was where we hung out the most. No stairs to the pool! It is completely private, with sunset views and twinkling lights from St. Thomas every night. We cooked in several nights, there is a grill, a nice open kitchen layout and all the amenities you need. The Master bath is gorgeous! The wi-fi seemed to be upgraded since our last visit and they added a generator, although luckily we never needed that! Our contact was always very attentive to us if we had any questions and was waiting for us at the dock when we arrived. We have been coming to St. John for 15 + years and have stayed in lots of villas but we find Calicaribe to fit our needs perfectly.

Luxury Hilltop Home With Amazing Water Views and Ideal Location

Calicaribe was absolutely amazing to say the least! Chuck and Traci were incredible hosts! They were an email away from any questions that we had for our stay (post hurricane Irma and Maria.) The views were absolutely breathtaking and was so wonderful to wake up and enjoy the beautiful scenery! Calicaribe is a short drive away from downtown Cruz Bay shops, restaurants, the gas station, markets, and beaches. We didn't know what to expect being that St. John experienced major devastation. You would never know that two hurricanes came through at Calicaribe. It sure did not fail to deliver in every aspect! The master bathroom and bedroom in the main house was beautiful and so spacious! We grilled one night and every evening enjoyed some swimming in the outdoor pool after spending the day at the beaches. We were sad to leave but can't wait to come back one day in the hopefully very near future!

HEAVEN!

We have visited St. John many times and stayed at various locations. Without doubt , we found Calicaribe to be the most DELIGHTFUL ! Close to town, yet secluded, with stunning views , a super terrace and pool, and well separated bedrooms , it is the ideal base to explore our favorite island. The house is clean , beautiful , and totally liveable. The owners and local representatives are nice and responsive. We will be back !

Beautiful Villa with amazing outdoor spaces

We stayed in this lovely villa late November with another couple and even though the villa has 3 bedrooms, we only utilized the two on the main floor. Calicaribe is located only minutes from the ferry in Cruz Bay yet is set in a very private area with amazing views. All the indoor living spaces were great including great beds and an amazing master bathroom shower. The kitchen has everything you need to cook in along with an outdoor grill. The best part of the villa is the outdoor spaces with a covered porch, swimming pool and beautiful views. My husband is a paraplegic and the villa worked great for him. The main living areas and 2 bedrooms and baths are on one floor with no steps.

Lovely Villa with beautiful sunset views!

We stayed in this villa for 2 weeks and loved it. Have been to St. John for many years and this was the closest to town we have ever stayed.I was nervous at first when I saw how close it was but ended up enjoying the convenience of that! The owner, greeter, and staff were all very helpful and accommodating. The beds were great, the amenities, showers, and living areas were top notch. But the best feature is the outside living areas and pool with stellar views of the sound, boats and ferries and best of all sunsets every night! We enjoyed the iguana and hummingbird daily visits. There is a sound system, comfortable loungers, shade and sun options and the pool was perfect! Sometimes the pools can be cold but not this one. The owners provided beach chairs, towels, coolers, etc. Even the shampoo! Can't wait to return and will definitely stay here again.

Amazing Villa, Incredible Views, Perfect Place!

I had the pleasure of staying at CaliCaribe for 8 days. It truly is a slice of heaven. If you are looking to relax, recharge and unwind this is the perfect location to do so. It's very romantic and the perfect set up for couples. The rooms are situated in such a way that provide plenty of privacy. The villa is decorated with elegant and beautiful touches.
The view is even more breath taking in person and the most beautiful I've ever seen!! Town is a short walk or drive down the hill into Cruz Bay with all the restaurants, shopping and bars. A very cute area. The beaches I visited were all unbelievable. I can't wait to go back! I've told all my friends and family about what an amazing place Calicaribe is.

What a fabulous house!!!

What a truly wonderful experience! Everything about Calicaribe was just perfect! The home, the view, the pool, the porch....it was a splendid vacation! So close to everything in Cruz Bay, restaurants, the market, shopping. We definitely will go back!

Lovely property, very convenient, incredible views

I have been travelling to St. John for many years and Calicaribe is my absolute favorite place to stay. I will sometimes change the dates of my travel so I can stay here. Lovely, well maintained property, tastefully furnished and literally minutes from Cruz Bay and the Marketplace. The house has a wonderful pool for relaxing beside and dipping in after a day at the beach. Very reasonably priced as well. But the major asset of this property in my opinion are the views. Located on a hillside facing west, north/west the view includes Stevens Cay, Grass Cay, Mingo Cay, Two Brothers, Thatch Cay, Hans Lollik, all of Pillsbury Sound and, of course, parts of St. Thomas. Sunsets range from beautiful to truly spectacular. I wish I was there now! Highly recommended.

Great views, loved the pool and dining area that overlook the turquoise water and other islands. Watched the Iguanas in the trees while drinking morning coffee. Lots of privacy for 3 couples or families, as all bedrooms and baths are separate. Great location, close to Cruz Bay, with lots of great restaurants, a wonderful market and the beautiful north beaches. Tastefully decorated with local art. Wonderful stay and highly recommended.

This is absolutely a slice of HEAVEN. The westerly view is breathtaking, day or night. The Villa is one of a kind, feels like home, very private. It is so much more than you would expect and the moment you step inside, you feel relaxed. The near by beaches offer magnificent water sports, or just soak up the sun. I will make it back to Calicaribe and would recommend it to family and friends. Thanks for opening up your home, for the world to enjoy.

The photos and descriptions of this villa on VRBO provide an accurate description of Calicaribe. The views from the verandah and decks are beautiful, and the house is first-rate. The décor is simply elegant. Also, guests will greatly appreciate that the villa is supplied with paper and plastic items along with detergents not found in many other similar rental units. Moreover, the owners quickly respond to phone calls or emails about the villa or the island. St. John itself is an island with many beautiful beaches, wonderful hiking trails, interesting shops, and delicious restaurants. My only “complaint” is that the water temperature (about 80 degrees) was a bit too cool to make snorkeling comfortable for me…even though I was wearing a short wet suit with a long sleeve rash guard. Nonetheless, it was worth being cold in order to see the great variety of fish, coral, and turtles!

My family and I just returned from a week at Calicaribe on St. John, USVI. My wife and I, along with our two teens, very much enjoyed the villa and everything it had to offer - not the least of which is the truly magnificent view! The view extends over 180 degrees from St. Thomas to the British Virgin Islands and enjoys spectacular sunsets over St. Thomas. The villa is even more impressive in person and was perfectly stocked with everything we needed. The owner and local property managers are wonderful to deal with and entirely professional. I would not hesitate staying here on our next trip or recommending it to our family and friends. The location is minutes away from Cruz Bay which offers great island shopping and top notch restaurants (although you will require a jeep rental). The beaches on the island are also some of the nicest beaches we have ever enjoyed (Trunk and Cinnamon are our favorites). While the villa is great for a family with teens or older, it would also be a great rental for three couples. The bedrooms are well separated and provide plenty of privacy, including the third bedroom suite with its own entrance and kitchen facilities. A romantic tropical paradise for certain!

Calicaribe is absolutely the nicest villa I've ever stayed at. The views were outstanding, the decor was beautiful as well as comfortable and we were able to walk into town and back every day (if you're into the steep hillside). We enjoyed the pool and really didn't need to leave the villa as the pool was beautiful as well as the views. The sunsets were incredible as well as the moon shining over the water at night. This villa would be perfect for 3 couples as every room had it's own ensuite bath. Although we didn't use, the lower suite was nice for extra privacy and had it's own mini kitchen. I would definitely recommend this villa and will be staying there on my future visits.

Thanks Chuck & Traci!

Hi Chuck and Traci, We just wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed our stay at your home. From the moment we drove up the driveway, we were in heaven!!! The views from everywhere in the house are spectacular. The sunsets and sunrises are amazing. Your home made us never want to leave!!! Thank you so much. We had a wonderful time in St. John and will be back.

And Shanna was so helpful. Everything she suggested was top-notch!!!

Thank you again!!!!!

My family and I (four young kids) absolutely loved this house. Great location on top of Contant Hill with a fantasic view, particularly from the patio/pool area, of St. Thomas, Pillsbury Sound and the hills surrounding Cruz Bay. Picturesque. The house is immaculate. Very comfortable and very private. Less than a 10 minute drive to Cruz Bay and maybe 15-20 minutes to the best beaches on the north shore (Hawksnest Bay, Trunk Bay). It can be hit or miss when you rent a house on the internet but no issues with Calicaribe. Absolutely top notch. We will be back. Note - you must get a four wheel drive vehicle (jeeps are all over the place) to get around the island. Taxi service seemed ok but if you plan to get out and about, buck up for a car rental (four wheel drive) and have fun.

Our family just returned from a wonderful week at Calicaribe. There were three couples, my husband and I, our two sons and DILs. Everyone had their own private space with bathroom attached and shared the main living spaces. The 'pod' style layout is different from what we are used to, but in our case, it worked out perfectly. Everyone had privacy when they wanted it and gathered in the living room to play games or be together, have meals, etc. The house itself is so nice, very nicely done with high end finishes, the bedrooms equipped with very comfy bedding. The indoor/outdoor shower is unique and 'cool', however, I might prefer to be able to a/c it while getting hair and make-up done...just my opinion, and might be more uncomfortable in June than other times of year. All in all, a very delightful stay, thanks and kudos to the Ross's!

We stayed at the Calicarbe Villa in March 2012 and had a wonderful time. The house is very tastefully decorated with a excellent design. We had two teenage daughters who stayed in the room by the pool and we had the master suite and attached area all to ourselves.

We ate all of our meals looking out at the amazing views to the ocean and St Thomas. The villa is close to the Star Market grocery store and restaurant in Cruz Bay so very little driving needed. We would have a great day on the beaches and come home to relax by the pool.

Yelena met us at the ferry, took up to our rental car and then took us to the house and showed us around. Booking and arriving was easy and helpful.

Calicarbe is an amazing villa, with excellent views, close to stores and excellent restaurants with great comfort. Would stay there again in a heartbeat. I have rented many vacation rentals with tripadvisor but this was the best. Thank you for a wonderful vacation.

Chuck,

Meant to write to you and your wife sooner - but time got the best of me.
Hope all is well with you and your family.

My wife and I had the best visit to St. John's in the 20 years visiting there. All due to your beautiful home we rented October 30 - Nov 6 2011.

We cannot talk to anyone about St Johns without telling about our stay at your home. It is truly a home away from home and MORE.........................
Whether being inside the kitchen/living room or outside - the feeling was so great - that there were times we just wanted to stay put ...

The views exactly as you describe - the amenities were the best of any home we have rented and we felt so at home - we needed nothing - you supply it all - .
We picked the right place to spend our 40th anniversary - dancing to the sounds of Rod Stewarts love songs coming from your surround system.

Again, we both thank you and yes - we will be booking again for next year - for sure!!

Our family spent two unforgettable weeks in late July and early August at Calicaribe, celebrating our 50th wedding anniversary, We can't say enough about Calicaribe. We loved the villa -- its layout and tasteful decor. The views of St Thomas, other islands, and Cruz Bay from the property, especially the guest house and the pool area, are breathtaking. Although the heat and humidity were high during the peak hours of each day, temperatures and humidity lowered late in the afternoon so that we could enjoy wine and cheese and the view, including spectacular sunsets, on the patio and dinner on the verandah. Pictures of the property on various websites don't do it justice. Calicaribe is much better than we expected. It is clean and very well maintained. Calicaribe is blessed with an excellent local property manager, Steve Black, who has lived in Cruz Bay for 25 years and is a constructive civic activist. Whenever we needed anything, Steve was prompt in his response. St John is truly paradise. We were fortunate to have a rental jeep to get around the island and to have our daughter and her partner do all the driving. The roads are challenging because the island is very hilly and the roads have very sharp turns, which means that one does not need to worry about exceeding the 20 mph speed limit. Opportunities for snorkeling and scuba diving abound. The beaches (St John has 39 of them) are beautiful. We swam at four of them: Trunk Bay, Little Lameshur Bay, Hawksnest Bay, and Maho Bay. We ate out only three times because my daughter's partner loves to cook, and having dinner on the verandah was a pleasant experience. The Fish Trap and Zozo's are excellent restaurants in Cruz Bay, although the latter may be too expensive for some folks. We highly recommend a sojourn at Calicaribe. You'll get plenty of bang for your bucks.

We were planning a vacation with our two adult children to celebrate a special occasion. After searching the web for properties we came across Calicaribe. It looked PERFECT. We were a little apprehensive. Sometimes pictures do not look like the real thing. This was NOT the case at Calicaribe. From the moment we walked through the door we were thrilled with the spectacular views, the tasteful furnishings and everything we needed to make our vacation very special. How lucky we were to find this fabulous property on St. John. We all had a wonderful time hiking, snorkeling, and relaxing at the pool or the beautiful beaches and look forward to a return visit.

A most classy beach villa! My husband and I stayed in some lovely villas on other Caribbean islands, but they just don't compare to Calicaribe. This was our first time on St. John, and we fell in love with Calicaribe. As much as we liked the intimacy of St. John, and all it had to offer, our main reason for wanting to go back would be to spend more time at Calicaribe. I even miss the cameleons that hang around the shower garden. The attention to detail, the finishes of the home, the unpretentious fabrics, and decor made the house "homey" and relaxing, with a designer's dash of class and style!

FIVE STARS. The Perfect vacation villa with a million dollar view! The home was absolutely beautiful and the view was spectacular. Everything we needed was there, with the exception of groceries. That was too easy and convenient for us. Just a short drive to Starfish Marketand to the restaurants. We loved all the quaint shops and outdoor dining areas. The beaches were the most beautiful we've ever seen, which was the best part, because we went to be married on Cinnamon Bay. Without a doubt a "10" vacation.

We love to come to St. John. Calicaribe was a perfect place for us. We love being close to town, but you do not realize how close you are from the house; it is very private.We have stayed in other villas, but they were too far from town. I travel with my sisters, and we are always needing something from Starfish Market, and from Calicaribe, it was so easy to get there. We loved the location, because we could go to the beach, go home, and go back to town later.We are already planning our trip back to Calicaribe next year! Another great vacation in paradise!!!!

Calicaribe is a fabulous home and our vacation on St. John could not have been finer! The property was clean and beautiful when we arrived, and the views of St. Thomas and the surrounding islands are some of the best on island. The web site photos just can not capture the beauty of this place! At night, the lights of St. Thomas were wonderful, and the glass tiled pool was perfect to keep us cool all day long.The kitchen was perfect for cooking, and we enjoyed many nice dinners on the deck and veranda. The owners must like art, because each room was furnished with original paintings which really captured the Caribbean theme. The lush landscaping provided great privacy, yet we were only minutes from Cruz Bay ant the pristine beaches on the north shore. Our party of 6 each had our separate bedroom suites, and because they were in separate buildings, we all had total privacy, while enjoying easy access to the pool and common areas. We loved this design concept, which gave us maximum flexibility. St. John was also perfect....there is no other Caribbean island like it! The people are friendly, the dining is exceptional, and the beaches and snorkeling are the best we have ever seen. Be sure to check out waterlemmon bay....it is a shoht hike in, and the waters had lots of turtles! We plan to return to St. John and Calicaribe next April and we encourage others to come as well. It was simply our BEST Caribbean vacation ever!