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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Coral Bay, St John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    16 min walk
  • Waterlemon Cay
    7 min drive
  • Maho Beach
    9 min drive
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    97 min drive

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Seabreeze cottage with private pool and sunset view

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5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (5)
The price is $350
per night
$615 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 9 - Dec 10
Seabreeze cottage with private pool and sunset view

About the neighborhood

St. John

With a stay at this apartment in St. John (Upper Carolina), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Virgin Islands National Park and Ajax Peak. .This apartment is 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from Trunk Bay and 12.7 mi (20.4 km) from Sapphire Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Virgin Islands National Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Maho Beach - 9 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Cinnamon Bay - 15 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 16 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Trunk Bay - 25 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Skinny Legs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬18 min drive
  • 1748 Restaurant
  • ‪Greengo’s - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Sun Dog Cafe - ‬24 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Fantastic Panoramic Views of The British Virgin Islands, Amazing Sunrises, Pool

Relax on your expansive covered deck and savor the spectacular panoramic views of Coral Bay, East End, British Virgin Islands, and beyond at Suite Papaya. Beautifully renovated in 2016 this perfectly scaled studio offers full Caribbean comfort with all of the benefits of a large villa estate.
Suite Papaya is a well appointed studio apartment located on a shared outdoor estate overlooking Coral Bay area of St. John. Just a few minutes drive to either the town of Coral Bay (shopping/dining) or several beautiful national park beaches and trails and 10 minutes from St. John’s world renown North Shore beaches, Suite Papaya is an ideal spot for couples or the solo St. John adventurer!… And if you need a second room, Suite Papaya and its sister studio called A Place in the Sun are both available and located on the beautiful Papaya Moon Villa Estate.
Both studio apartments are located on the lower level of the main house, and just above a beautifully landscaped hillside and large pool deck. While the two units share the same level, they each have their own well appointed kitchenette, dining table, sitting area, TV, and beautiful bathroom. Each kitchenette has a two burner electric top stove, refrigerator, coffee maker, toaster and microwave. The units share over 1000 square feet of exterior decks space with stunning views over Coral Bay and BVI, outdoor grill, hot tub garden, and large pool deck. Each of these outdoor amenities provide plenty of areas around the estate to lounge alone or in a group.
The two units are unique in character, floor plan, decor, bed type(s), A/C and primary view.
Suite Papaya sleeps two comfortably with an option to add one more guest; it features a King bed, pullout sofa, platform daybed mini-room, A/C, and faces both south and west, capturing stunning sunsets.
The two studios together make the perfect couples retreat who desire a little privacy and may enjoy plenty of outdoor shared space. Renting both studios together will qualify for a special pricing. please inquire.

Enjoy your days with hiking and snorkeling the many national park trails and reefs, boating or exploring some of the many colonial ruins, take in a morning yoga class at nearby “Pickels” (or arrange for a class at ‘home’ ) or, simply lie by the pool!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned apartment, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Ron Yackel

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the sea
  • On the bay

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 9

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Apartment Coral Bay
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Apartment
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Coral Bay
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun"
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Apartment Coral Bay
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Apartment
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun" Coral Bay
"suite Papaya" or "A Place Sun"
Apartment "suite Papaya" or "A Place in the Sun" Coral Bay
Coral Bay "suite Papaya" or "A Place in the Sun" Apartment
Apartment "suite Papaya" or "A Place in the Sun"
"suite Papaya" or "A Place in the Sun" Coral Bay
"suite Papaya" Or "a Sun"
"suite Papaya" or "A Place in the Sun"

Fantastic Panoramic Views of The British Virgin Islands, Amazing Sunrises, Pool Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views on the Quiet Side
The views are hands down insane! You won’t find those kind of views anywhere else on the island. Make sure to wake up early to catch the sunrise. The mattress was hard and I believe does need to be replaced along with a couple pillows and the comforter was scratchy. There was no soap in the bathroom pump. We wanted to spend time down by the pool but there was no umbrella for shade. Small things but little things make a difference especially a good bed when you’re there all week. We didn’t make it to the hot tub because it was just too warm. Wish we could’ve thought the views would’ve been amazing to sit there with a cocktail. There were multiple rooms to stay so it would be perfect for multiple families. Sit out on the back deck with a good book and you’ll be in heaven all day!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best View on Island
The views are way better than pictured! Ron & Sue are amazing, so helpful & friendly. We enjoyed seeing Thelma (sweetest dog ever). The breeze is wonderful. We felt comfortable the whole time. Never needed the air conditioner. If you are looking for a heavenly oasis this is your place! 💜 The location is awesome. We were close enough to north, east & south shore beaches. The property is so beautiful! You will not want to leave each day. We saw gorgeous sunrises, and sunsets. This place is so peaceful. Lots of gorgeous plants and trees, humming birds and flowers. They have the best books available for you to browse about St. John’s as well. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks for having us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unforgettable Week in St. John.
We couldn't have asked for a better place to spend a week in St. John. The property was absolutely perfect with amazing views, a convenient and relaxing location and ideal hosts who enhanced our stay with their kindness and willingness to share their love of the island. We hope to return soon and would not think of staying anywhere else.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect.
Sue and Ron have a beautiful home in the perfect spot. Quiet, surrounded by trees and flowers with an amazing view of Coral Bay. Great location for quick access to the beaches and and easy drive to Cruz for some wonderful restaurants. Property was exactly as represented.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joel U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly
This property and host are heavenly! We could not ask for more while visiting the VI. You would not be disappointed one bit if you stay here during your visit. The hard part is leaving the house to go to the beach when the house and view is so beautiful too!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corinne R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Romantic Getaway
This property was perfect for a weeklong getaway. It’s quiet and the views were absolutely breathtaking. We had everything we needed and picked up whatever we were missing from the small market/store located a few minutes away. Even though it was our first trip to St. John’s, we quickly figured out how to get around. It was pretty easy (25 minutes or less) to get to several beaches and downtown for meals. If you chose to stay in, there’s still so much to do. We enjoyed the views, took lots of pictures and lounged around the pool. It was pretty much the perfect vacation spot and we’d highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Salli B.

Liked: Cleanliness
July on the Island
Just returned from an amazing week on the island. Mesmerizing views and great location for traveling to the different beaches. Ron and Sue made sure everything was ready for arrival and were quick to respond to any questions. We loved the quiet, meals on the decks, and late afternoon swims in the pool. We especially appreciated the care they put into their landscaping, composting, and creating a tropical home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Papaya Moon
Sue and Ron had great recommendations and knowledge of the island. The house was perfect for my wife and I to spend a week relaxing. The views were spectacular. The location of the house made it perfect for exploring the north side beaches and east side of St. John. Hopefully be back soon!! Thank you, Ron and Sue!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jayme K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
My mom and I loved our stay in Suite Papaya. Each morning we enjoyed coffee on the huge porch overlooking Coral Bay! Everything was very clean, and the check in process was easy and simple. Ron and Sue (and Thelma) are lovely hosts and provided great tips on the local restaurants and beaches!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in St John
We had a FANTASTIC time at Papayamoon and will be recommending it to friends as well! I hope to come back to enjoy it again. Our hosts were very amenable and gave us lots of interesting helps and information. Only wish we could have extended our stay! We had amazing views, saw all sorts of wildlife and the beaches were great! Of the two places we stayed while on this trip - this one was far-superior. Loved it! Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and views
We usually stay in Cruz Bay so this was our first stay in Coral Bay. We picked the right house for us as it was perfect for two people and as nice as advertised. The location was perfect as it was a short drive to the North shore beaches without going into Cruz Bay. We were able to explore the other side of the island and loved the quieter beaches. The house had a great deck with amazing views of Coral Bay.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ellen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great trip to the island!
Ron and Sue were great hosts. The apartment was beautiful and immaculate. A great location with stunning views.

10/10 Excellent

Holly D., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
property review
Hello, My name is Holly and my husbands name is Jason. We recently stayed in this condo oct 5-12 in 2019. THE VIEW - JUST WOW!!!! Words cant describe how beautiful the view was. The pool was very clean and the room was so cute with the decor and we loved the view from the shower window. Every inch of the place had an amazing view of the whole island. We saw goats and donkeys riding up the road to the house almost every day. The house is very close to all the beaches within 10-15 min drive to all the beaches and about 10 min drive to most restaurants then about 25 min drive to town to cruz bay. We had such a great time and it was so romantic and relaxing! We had the whole place to ourselves and it was so amazing to get away just me and my husband. The room had provided: coolers and beach chairs and beach bags and all the things we needed for the beaches. The grocery store was only like 10 min away which was a plus. I will be back for sure! This was such a great place! I can not say one thing bad about this place. The owners even texted me while we were there to make sure we were happy and everything was going good. It was an AMAZING TRIP!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suite Papaya is a 5 star property all the way
My wife and I stayed a Suite Papaya for eight nights and enjoyed every minute. The property has a great location and is very secluded high on the mountain side. The huge covered porches was our favorite part with outstanding views and very comfortable breezes, even in August. We did not get to meet Ron and Sue but it is clear that they take great pride in their property. Would consider staying at Suite Papaya any time we are in St John
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property was like new condition.
Every detail on the property was meticulously crafted and well thought out. I enjoyed spending time on the huge deck taking in the island views and relaxing. Super private location with visiting deer every morning. No neighbors, no noise, no problems.

10/10 Excellent

Mo A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will be returning soon!
The house, the view, the location, the island just simply 5 stars. It was truly a great experience and thank you to the Yackel’s for opening their home to us. Will be returning soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John H., AZ

Lovely property. The apartment was clean & well maintained.
No problems.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Coral Bay Bliss
The official greeter of the Papaya Suite is Thelma the dog, who welcomes you to the island and only charges in belly rubs. Ron and Sue were wonderful hosts who gave us the inside scoop on all the great local spots to enjoy the beauty of Coral Bay on the east side of the island. The Papaya Suite was perfect, waking up to sun cascading into the windows each morning. The place was immaculate, updated, and the views were stunning from the spacious back deck. All the extras, cooler, towels, even snorkel gear were shared with us which was great as we did not have to pack those additional items. With a pool, hot tub, and fantastic views you could easily be content just staying in, if it were not for the gorgeous beaches beckoning you. Papaya Suite felt like home and the only bad part was having to leave. We will definitely only want to stay here in our future visits to St. John.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Patty A.

Pictures say it all! Wonderful view! Accommodating hosts too. Delightful balcony to see the sun r
Very beautiful view, good accommodations and incredibly peaceful. Good hosts with Thelma, the dog, to greet you and ask for belly rubs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Outstanding! Best VRBO ever!
Ron and Sue are superb, gracious hosts who have thought of EVERYTHING in their rental property. The location is perfect, quiet, breathtaking views yet close to restaurants and a grocery store. The rental unit was extremely clean and had everything you could possibly want - beach bags and chairs, coolers, bath robes, toiletries, even a sewing kit! The bed was very comfortable. We never needed to use the A/C since cross breezes were blowing all week. The outdoor spaces are comfortable and relaxing, with beautiful landscaping. The pictures do not do it justice. We have stayed in many VRBOs and AirBnBs and this was the best by far. Ron and Sue told us about great places to eat, hike, swim and snorkel that we likely would not have found on our own. Ron and Sue's place made our first trip to St. John very special, and we hope to return and stay with them again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

Paradise vacation
A beautiful house with all the amenities for a wonderful vacation, including a pool and a hot tub with amazing views. The house is located in a beautiful and peaceful area with great beaches and trails nearbay. It is a wonderful place we would highly recommend to all our friends and will dream of coming back to. I would also like to add that our hosts, Ron and Sue, were very warm and hospitable snd always willing to share their knowledge about SJ and give advice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Perfect
What a great house, view, location and hosts. Cannot recommend more highly!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eric F.

Pictures DO NOT do it justice - BEAUTIFUL Property - Amazing Views
They were incredible hosts. SUPER knowledgeable about St John - they have been on island for many years. Felt more like friends/family, not a business transaction. The home has amazing outdoor spaces to relax and enjoy incredible views. Property is situated far off any roads, so it is very peaceful. But is very accessible with paved roads all the way to the property. They had AC, but the sea breezes make it so you do not need to close the doors. The inside space is super clean and meticulously cared for. We look forward to our next trip back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carrie L.

Private, beautiful, and gorgeous views.
We stayed in Suite Papya and enjoyed the view and the privacy. It was amazing how little you would hear of average every day noise, but the noises you did hear were so pleasant. The sounds of the trees, the wind, the birds, the ocean breeze we felt were things we do not experience in Chicago EVER! The amenities were amazing as the privacy of the pool was great. We loved the deck that surrounds the entire place and woke up in the mornings to beautiful sunrises. It is secluded from the busy downtown, but close enough to make the trip. My favorite part of our stay was the amazing beaches, the multiple cool restaurants and bars, but returning to our little private villa. It was so nice to shower, sit on the balcony, and enjoy the stars. We will definitely return to Papaya Moon. There were no flaws and enjoyed all of the sea life, the wild donkeys, and the drinks on the deck!!! Everyone should get to experience this once in their life. Thank you to Sue and Ron for being such gracious hosts!!!! Carrie, Tim, and Mackenzie Bacha
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017