Villa in Coral Bay
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this villa rental
Welcome to our little piece of paradise!
HOME: Villa Aprica sits about 300 feet above Coral Bay overlooking Hurricane Hole and the national park to the east. Looking south, Coral Bay is directly in front and 1200-foot Bordeaux Mountain is to the west. The breezes keep it comfortable inside and out, gently rustling the dozen palm trees on the property. Enjoy easy and comfortable barefoot living with tile and marble floors throughout – including the covered porches and the large deck and pool area. The layout allows for plenty of space to gather poolside or on the well-shaded porches on the top and lower levels. The three bedrooms are very private with each having its own air conditioning, ceiling fan, full bath, and ample closet space. Each bedroom has a King Size Bed - one can be converted to 2 Twins. Bedrooms 2 and 3 each have a full bath en suite and are accessed from the lower patio. The kitchen is well equipped with pots, pans, sharp knives, coffee maker, coffee grinder, spices, cooking oil, and all the cooking basics. The Weber grill on the deck will be ready for you if you choose to grill poolside. We added a large solar system to the property in late 2024 to ensure our guests enjoy the villa’s conveniences even when the local power grid goes down,
LOCATION: The Villa is up the hill above the famous Skinny Legs restaurant. Other local restaurants nearby include Rhumb Lines and Salty Mongoose Pizza. Plus, you'll find several small grocery stores offering everything from meat and produce to beer, wine, and rum. The local USVI Fire and Rescue squad station is at the bottom of the hill. We are grateful for their service in our community.
ACTIVITIES: For active vacationers, the Johnny Horn Trail is a short ten-minute walk from the house to the trail entry. This steep trail brings you high above Coral Bay and the North shore with inspiring views. Its access to an extensive network of trails allows you to explore the Brown Bay Trail, the ruins above Waterlemon Caye/Leinster Bay and more. The hiking can be steep on island, but it is a great way to explore off the beaten path places and discover wildlife and unexpected ruins. If you’re up for a challenge, you can hike up Bordeaux Mountain on the road and descend to the south shore via the Bordeaux Mountain Trail. It’s a heck of a challenge but the views of the USVI, BVI and south shore of the island are spectacular. We love to hike, so we have lots of tips to share on hikes and places to explore. For lazy beach days, you’ll love Maho, Salt Pond, Hanssen, Haulover (south), Cinnamon Bay, and Trunk Bay to name a few.
TRANSPORTATION: Renting a car is strongly recommended when visiting to explore our small island. The road leading up to the villa is concrete and well maintained. Four-wheel drive is not needed to access the villa, but other parts of the island might be best with a Jeep or other 4WD. There is private parking at the villa with room for at least two vehicles. The beaches are all a short drive away with Maho Bay and Francis Bay being the closest north shore beaches. Salt Pond and Hanssen Bay are the closer beaches with southern water exposures. We are happy to answer questions about all the famous and not-as-famous beaches on the island.
AMENITIES: Beach towels, six beach chairs and a cooler are ready for you when you explore the beaches of St. John. Maho Bay, Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay have food and drinks/alcohol available, but the rest of the beaches do not, so the cooler will come in very handy. We don’t provide snorkeling gear for health-related reasons, but there are several places to rent it by the day or for the week. There are lots of sea turtles grazing and it’s something special to watch them through snorkel gear.
TECH: The property has solid Wi-Fi connectivity (usually between 80-100 mbs) if you need to do a little work or want to stream the latest on Netflix, Hulu, etc. We have no trouble with Zoom calls and video conferencing. The living room has a 32" TV with an Apple TV for streaming. But in our experience the views, a good meal, and a little music makes you forget about the world back home.
ASSISTANCE: The property management team is on-island and just a call or text away if you need anything during your stay. We will do our best to make your stay enjoyable and relaxing.
ABOUT US: After renting this villa in 2021 and 2022 (known then as Villa Adeste), we are thrilled to be the new owners. We fell in love with it after spending a month here each year. Renamed as Villa Aprica (which means having lots of sunshine), the home is ready for you to experience Coral Bay. We will keep the stellar reputation of this Villa intact as we work to make your time on St. John memorable and relaxing.
We know you will also fall in love with Villa Aprica for your island getaway!
Denise & Brian Carey
HOME: Villa Aprica sits about 300 feet above Coral Bay overlooking Hurricane Hole and the national park to the east. Looking south, Coral Bay is directly in front and 1200-foot Bordeaux Mountain is to the west. The breezes keep it comfortable inside and out, gently rustling the dozen palm trees on the property. Enjoy easy and comfortable barefoot living with tile and marble floors throughout – including the covered porches and the large deck and pool area. The layout allows for plenty of space to gather poolside or on the well-shaded porches on the top and lower levels. The three bedrooms are very private with each having its own air conditioning, ceiling fan, full bath, and ample closet space. Each bedroom has a King Size Bed - one can be converted to 2 Twins. Bedrooms 2 and 3 each have a full bath en suite and are accessed from the lower patio. The kitchen is well equipped with pots, pans, sharp knives, coffee maker, coffee grinder, spices, cooking oil, and all the cooking basics. The Weber grill on the deck will be ready for you if you choose to grill poolside. We added a large solar system to the property in late 2024 to ensure our guests enjoy the villa’s conveniences even when the local power grid goes down,
LOCATION: The Villa is up the hill above the famous Skinny Legs restaurant. Other local restaurants nearby include Rhumb Lines and Salty Mongoose Pizza. Plus, you'll find several small grocery stores offering everything from meat and produce to beer, wine, and rum. The local USVI Fire and Rescue squad station is at the bottom of the hill. We are grateful for their service in our community.
ACTIVITIES: For active vacationers, the Johnny Horn Trail is a short ten-minute walk from the house to the trail entry. This steep trail brings you high above Coral Bay and the North shore with inspiring views. Its access to an extensive network of trails allows you to explore the Brown Bay Trail, the ruins above Waterlemon Caye/Leinster Bay and more. The hiking can be steep on island, but it is a great way to explore off the beaten path places and discover wildlife and unexpected ruins. If you’re up for a challenge, you can hike up Bordeaux Mountain on the road and descend to the south shore via the Bordeaux Mountain Trail. It’s a heck of a challenge but the views of the USVI, BVI and south shore of the island are spectacular. We love to hike, so we have lots of tips to share on hikes and places to explore. For lazy beach days, you’ll love Maho, Salt Pond, Hanssen, Haulover (south), Cinnamon Bay, and Trunk Bay to name a few.
TRANSPORTATION: Renting a car is strongly recommended when visiting to explore our small island. The road leading up to the villa is concrete and well maintained. Four-wheel drive is not needed to access the villa, but other parts of the island might be best with a Jeep or other 4WD. There is private parking at the villa with room for at least two vehicles. The beaches are all a short drive away with Maho Bay and Francis Bay being the closest north shore beaches. Salt Pond and Hanssen Bay are the closer beaches with southern water exposures. We are happy to answer questions about all the famous and not-as-famous beaches on the island.
AMENITIES: Beach towels, six beach chairs and a cooler are ready for you when you explore the beaches of St. John. Maho Bay, Trunk Bay and Cinnamon Bay have food and drinks/alcohol available, but the rest of the beaches do not, so the cooler will come in very handy. We don’t provide snorkeling gear for health-related reasons, but there are several places to rent it by the day or for the week. There are lots of sea turtles grazing and it’s something special to watch them through snorkel gear.
TECH: The property has solid Wi-Fi connectivity (usually between 80-100 mbs) if you need to do a little work or want to stream the latest on Netflix, Hulu, etc. We have no trouble with Zoom calls and video conferencing. The living room has a 32" TV with an Apple TV for streaming. But in our experience the views, a good meal, and a little music makes you forget about the world back home.
ASSISTANCE: The property management team is on-island and just a call or text away if you need anything during your stay. We will do our best to make your stay enjoyable and relaxing.
ABOUT US: After renting this villa in 2021 and 2022 (known then as Villa Adeste), we are thrilled to be the new owners. We fell in love with it after spending a month here each year. Renamed as Villa Aprica (which means having lots of sunshine), the home is ready for you to experience Coral Bay. We will keep the stellar reputation of this Villa intact as we work to make your time on St. John memorable and relaxing.
We know you will also fall in love with Villa Aprica for your island getaway!
Denise & Brian Carey
Amenities at Villa Aprica - Private Pool & Amazing Views (Previously rented as Villa Adeste)
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Coral Bay
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The house was very clean including the outdoor space. Loved the outdoor space, the view was breathtaking and the pool delightful. The outdoor furniture was well maintained. I can not say enough about how clean and well maintained the house was. The beds and pillows were very comfortable Denise was a great host providing a list of rental car agencies on the island and Concierge service that delivered groceries. Checking in and out was easy and Danda was there to great us upon our arrival.I highly recommend the villa and would definitely stay there again.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Everything about this property was first rate, from cleanliness, to landscaping, to amenities. However, the view is so over the top that all else pales next to that. Walking out onto the front porch was literally breathtaking for me. And the view from the pool deck is just as magnificent. The host was very efficient and welcoming. Pictures shown are accurate, but don't really completely convey the stunning beauty.Be aware that all the driving on St. John is mountain driving. Getting up to any of these beautiful houses involves some very steep hills and switchbacks. The road to this gem is fully paved, so that is a real plus. But it does take some gumption to navigate St John roads, whether you're in Coral Bay or in Cruz Bay. Highly worth it!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
What a great place to stay! The views were beautiful, the pool was great for the kids in the afternoon, and the space was just right for the 4 of us. The kids loved having their own suites on the lower level. The kitchen was great for preparing family dinners. With the electrical issues on the island, it was wonderful to have the solar batteries fully charged so we were able to have AC at night for comfortable sleeping. The location was convenient for a short drive to shops and restaurants in Coral Bay as well as some super beaches for snorkeling or hiking trails to plantation ruins. Communication was great with the property owner and caretaker. We would stay here again if we take another trip to St. John!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
The views are truly spectacular, the pictures don't even give you half of it. The rooms and baths are beautiful. The kitchen had everything we needed for our stay. The outdoor spaces were amazing too. We did have a particularly windy week, but that's a fluke. Denise was quick to respond to questions. We definitely would recommend this gorgepus villa!
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10Outstanding
(34 Ratings)
"The house was very clean including the outdoor space. Loved the outdoor space, the view was breathtaking and the pool delightful. The outdoor furniture was well maintained. I can not say enough about ..."
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