Escape to the serene East End of St. John at Long Bay Getaway, where private beaches and peaceful surroundings await. Unwind in the private pool, explore native plants and wildlife, or simply relax with a musical instrument - an electric piano or acoustic guitar.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6112 sq m
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Pool
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End
Want to get away from it all? Spend some days at a retreat away from it all?The East End of St. John is that special place to do it!
Come enjoy what Long Bay Getaway Retreat has in store for you, your special someone, and your whole family!
This lovely cottage retreat is nestled on the quiet and uncrowded East End of St. John in the Privateer Bay community. We invite couples seeking a private, natural, relaxing location with space to stretch out, small families looking for a safe and wild home base with easy private beach access, or two couples (or small group of friends) looking to share the fun and the cost (deals for 7 day stays or monthly). This 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom cottage (+ fun outdoor shower) has everything you need to get lost in your vacation away from any busy-ness. Long Bay Getaway Retreat has everything for you: a nicely stocked kitchen, air conditioned bedrooms, comfortable furnishings, an intimate and colorfully night-lit private pool, fast internet, lovely native fruit trees and plants, abundant wildlife, and the unending peace you need to enjoy a planned or unplanned retreat. We even have an acoustic guitar to learn or play your favorite accompanying music! With few neighbors except the animals, the East End is yours for a private, quiet retreat to unwind and get away from every worry.
If you choose to leave this beautiful home and explore St. John, you are still less than a half hour drive from the famous North side beaches including Trunk Bay, Maho Bay, Cinnamon Bay, and Hawksnest Beach. Or you can stay and relax at one of the secret top beaches near us, including Hansen Bay. As a guest at Long Bay Getaway, you also have private access to the secluded beach at Long Bay which is 500 steps from our property. The snorkeling is superb (turtles, fish, squid, Pelican Rock, etc) and we have our nice kayak down by the water for your personal use - just carry our paddle down and bring it back up.
There are wonderful old St. John type island amenities near the property, including Sloop Jones' shop just three houses away for one-of-a-kind clothing and art and the local East End families at Hansen Bay and nearby beaches. The East End is the "other side" of St. John - quiet, natural, private, incredible sunsets by the pool, yoga on the pool deck, grilling on the upper deck, and deep star gazing in the natural dark of this secluded retreat area.
If you prefer natural peace and solitude, you will love this part of the island! Long Bay Getaway is designed to be a retreat type space on this special, magic part of the island and our owner family can help you plan an actual retreat experience with music, movement, spiritual engagement, or vigorous healthy activity. Or just come and live here on this part of the island for a larger number of days with our reasonable pricing and long stay deals.
We stay personally throughout the year and have amazing staff and friends doing retreats all the time - join the Long Bay Getaway Retreat community!
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near the bay
Near the sea
Things to do
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkeling nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Please take all trash with you to the dumpsters throughout your stay and when you leave - especially food scraps.
Please turn off all electrical items and lights.
Make sure to close the gate well so the goats don’t wander in and around.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Heat and insects are endemic to the Caribbean. Efforts have been taken to remediate pests and rely on and magnify natural breezes with fans and HVAC.
Pets
Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Children allowed. Note the stone steps and a pool.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Does Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Gorgeous View, Beach Access, Swimming Pool, Kayaks, Quiet Privacy - the East End located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Hansen Bay Beach and Virgin Islands National Park. Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and Privateer Bay are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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This was our second stay here, and it was just as wonderful as last time. Gorgeous views, comfortable rooms, and inviting outdoor space. Perfect for a quiet, relaxing vacation.
If you are looking for a beautiful, peaceful and relaxing getaway, then look no further. The view from the property is world-class. The property itself with the pool was exactly what my wife and I were looking for. It’s nice and private, away from the busyness of Cruz Bay. Coral Bay is about a 10-15min drive. The north shore beaches add another 10-15mins and Cruz Bay is 30-45mins away. The drive anywhere you go is super scenic. A bit bumpy at times but nothing a jeep can’t handle. I’ve been to St John many times over the last 20 years and this is my favorite place that I’ve stayed. The East End and Coral Bay areas have some great beaches with awesome snorkeling. I would absolutely love to stay here again.
We really enjoyed our time in this house. It has a tremendous view, relaxing porches, and an accessible beach! It is a charming, clean, comfortable house. Two thumbs up!
Overall this was such an amazing house and even though the location was a bit awry for me at times by the 3rd day the roads didnt bother me a bit. The house itself was beautiful and was so comfortable to come back to each day/night. I even once this week said that i could permanently live at this location because i loved the house so much. The private beach was a bit rocky but was paradise for us when needed. We will be back in the future for another beautiful stay
Absolutely beautiful view. Exactly as described on our booking. Easy check in good communication. Very remote and relaxing. Loved having the pool and short walk to a great snorkeling beach. We We utilize
This was our second time at Long Bay. We love the serenity. The views from the porch of this house are breathtaking. The private beach is an excellent escape from crowds. It has some top-notch snorkeling straight out from the house. I think I may stay at this place every time I visit St John
What a lovely week we had out on the East End. Very comfortable house with great decks and a wonderful plunge pool. The house is well situated to catch cool breezes and watch the sun set over Bordeaux Mountain. When we didn't feel like driving to other beaches, walking to the beach at the bottom of the hill was perfect.
Absolutely amazing. Very comfortable. We had everything we wanted and needed. When electricity went out we still had the grill to cook on. Pool was warm and enjoyable. Beach close walk down up hill back, but good.we definitely want to come back.
Returning to Long Bay Getaway felt a lot like coming home. The villa was exceptional and late afternoons & evenings were spent in the pool, by the grill or eating dinner & strumming guitar on the deck. Days were filled with fun in the east end bays and visits to Coral Bay. We ate a few meals out but mostly at the Villa and had everything we needed. Can’t wait to return next year! Thanks to Ken & his family and Jeremy for wonderful, relaxing vacation!
Our yearly visit to St. John was peaceful and pleasant. In This was our first stay on the East End and it was great. Communication from all parties involved prior, during and post stay were appreciated, especially during the storms and power outages. The house was fully supplied with all amenities listed, a pool with a view- just WOW!
Thank you Ken for opening up your home to us and making it feel like home. It was truly appreciated!
We enjoy this property for it's affordability and amenities- pool, outdoor shower, fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, fans/AC, multiple seating areas inside and out, great view, etc. We love the uncrowded beach down the hill for snorkeling, kayaking and watching the sunset. You'll need a Jeep to visit the various beaches and hiking areas, so when you want a day to relax, you have everything you need at the house and short walk to the waterfront. Adventures we enjoyed on St, John: Kekoa half day sail and snorkel & Reef2Peak guided paddleboarding. Snorkel spots we love: downhill to private beach- snorkel to Pelican Rock and Hansen Bay, Haulover Bay & Saltpond Bay.
The east end of the Island is beautiful and the house is in the perfect location. The pool with the view over the bay is wonderful and the stars at night are amazing. The home itself is great, very nice open air concept with good breeze from being up on the hill. The bedrooms also still have AC for sleeping which we really liked. After snorkeling or spending the day on the beach, this is the perfect place to come back to and cook dinner or just float in the pool and watch the sunset. The host is awesome and made us feel very taken care of. Overall highly recommended!
We absolutely loved our stay at Long Bay Getaway! It is a great location, away from it all yet close enough to Coral Bay to head there for dinner and the North Shore beaches or Salt Pond for the day. It was a fun drive to the place and we were glad to have a jeep. We loved the pool and enjoyed every evening swimming until the sun went down. It was a very comfortable temperature! The kitchen was well equipped and the grill worked for dinners. The bedrooms cooled down well with a combination of fans and ac and the beds were comfortable. We also really enjoyed snorkeling at Long Bay and spent some time there. Thanks for sharing your place with us!
My family and I enjoyed our stay at St. John. Winding through roads with our Jeep was truly an adventure! Who needs rollercoasters (haha). Snorkeling, hiking, beach time, and enjoying nature was time well spent. After a day of these adventure, my children enjoyed pool time each evening and meals with a fabulous view!!! We didn't use the air conditioning because the house has such wonderful window ventilation that a cool breeze combined with ceiling fans made sleeping comfortable.
With sounds of nature all around (mostly goats), our stay was fabulous.
Loved the location The pool and the deck offered great views of long bay. Snorkling was great. House could of been a little cleaner,floors needed a good cleaning. No broom to sweep floor or deck. Beds were not that comfortable maybe time for new mattresses. Overall the house was great but it could have used some minor cosmetic repairs around pool area. The two mini Refrigerators were large enough to hold all our food and frozen items. If you're looking for remote location and great views this is the house but hoping it gets a few minor fixes and updates to beds.
We visited St John with our daughter and teen age grandsons. Long Bay Getaway was perfect! We love the quieter east end. We enjoy the wildlife both in and out of the water, and this house provides easy access to both, as well as wonderful beaches. The house has 2 bedrooms downstairs, each complete with full bathrooms. Shower and also tub in the master bedroom. There is a large screened area on this level and the pool is adjacent. The upstairs has a full kitchen, half bath and nice size living area with pull out couch. There is also a 2 sided covered deck with gorgeous views.There is an outside shower as well that was great!We loved the pool and enjoyed the beautiful view from there. The community beach is close enough to walk to. We enjoyed early morning snorkeling and evening walks. Hansen bay beach is also super close and our favorite beach.Clean, comfortable and great communication with owner and manager Jeremy. Already booked for the next trip!
This was one of our favorite stays. We travel all over to see National Parks and we stay at VRBO's.
We love the East End of St. John Island, more secluded and peaceful.
The house is 2 stories with stairs to the front door and stairs down to the 2 bedrooms. Cooked fresh fish on the grill (brought my own grill mat) and the kitchen had anything you needed to cook with.
The pool was excellent! I brought a swimming resistant band and did my laps every day.
The private neighborhood beach was great for snorkeling. It was a shallow bay so the fish were small and colorful. Like a fish aquarium or fish nursery. Loved it!
Enjoyed our stay, we just Love St John and have been there many times. Staying on the East End although is a ride to get places is just the quiet and peacefulness we enjoy. The pool is Very nice and we used it often in the evenings watching the sunset and getting away from the bugs ( with all the rain the bugs were horrible and made it impossible to sit outside, so the pool was great ). This home was well stocked with necessities and made it quite nice to fill in what we needed. It's stated in the description but I missed it... the kitchen only has two mini fridges that was a major problem for us to keep ice and other items in them.
My husband and I came to St. John to enjoy our honeymoon. After 10 years of marriage we finally had the opportunity. This bungalow was perfect. Our goal was to have seclusion. We didn’t want the typical resort or condo. The Longbay Getaway checked ever box. We were in our own little world it felt like. The views were amazing and perfect for morning coffee and just having down time. The pool was clean and a great way to relax after snorkeling at the beaches. Also the outdoor shower…. Amazing! The beach chairs and coolers were great to have so you don’t have to pack anything extra to bring. We were sure so we did pack a soft cooler to bring and never used it. The open air style here was probably my favorite aspect of the property. It is a bit of a drive from Cruz Bay but it was really worth it to be away from everyone. Thank you for the hospitality.
Humble but beautiful house in a gorgeous quiet part of St John. Pool was perfect after a long day of hiking, beaching, snorkeling. Gorgeous views from decks and pool. Kitchen was fine, grill was useful. Great wifi and entertainment systems throughout. The roads to the house are in pretty good condition but the terrain requires a Jeep or other capable vehicle. A sedan wouldn't make it or would be likely to be damaged if it did. Hansen Bay Beach is right there and is great. Salt Pond Bay Beach a little further (25 minutes) but unbelievably beautiful with great snorkeling, turtles everywhere. Annaberg Plantation, Watermelon Cay also amazing and 20 minutes away. Trunk Bay, Maho Bay 30-45 minutes away and more touristed but for good reason. Pretty good, casual dining at Skinny Legs and a few other spots in Coral Bay 15 minutes from the house. Groceries are expensive and limited on the island. Good idea to stock up in Red Hook if coming via car ferry (still expensive but much better selection).