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Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay!

Villa with kitchen, near Cruz Bay Beach

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Nestled near the Westin Resort, Villa Chez Shell is a tranquil retreat with two master suites and en-suite baths. Soak in the evening sunsets over Great Cruz Bay from your private pool veranda or unwind in the Screened Outdoor Living Area surrounded by tropical gardens.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay!

Villa Chez Shell is a two bedroom Pool Villa located near the Westin Resort in Great Cruz Bay and is just 5 minutes from downtown Cruz Bay. We accept children 12 years of age and up.

Enjoy evening sunsets over Great Cruz Bay and the twinkling lights of St. Thomas once the sun has set for the evening.

The home has two Master Suites each with en-suite Master Baths with custom showers. The entire home has beautiful quarry stone floors imported from the Middle East.

The main entrance at Chez Shell is graced by Old Chicago Brick walkways and tropical gardens bordered with palm trees, fragrant frangipani flowers, tree orchids and other tropical foliage.

Once you step inside the front entry, the well-appointed great room opens up before you. A view of Great Cruz Bay and beyond soothe your senses. Proceed through the great room and enter the completely Screened Outdoor Living Area.

Beyond the Screened Outdoor Living Area is a Sun Deck with a table for outdoor dining and the view of Great Cruz Bay, the Sandy Beach and Swaying Palm Trees at the Westin Beach Resort.

The Screened in Porch area is a great spot to read a book or enjoy evening conversations over cocktails while the sun sets in the distance. Just off the kitchen/dining area you step out to the brand new 20 X 35 pool veranda featuring classic Old Chicago Brick Pavered sun deck and native stone walls overlooking Great Cruz Bay and St. Thomas Beyond.

Every room is appointed with plenty of windows to ensure that you enjoy both gorgeous ocean/harbor views and garden views regardless of where you rest.

Preparing meals in Chez Shell's well-equipped kitchen is a pleasure with plenty of lighting, great airflow and ample space to prepare your meals. Dine inside adjacent to the kitchen or outdoors on the Sun Deck. There is comfortable seating for six at the either of the indoor or outdoor dining tables with views of the Ocean/Harbor and the Island of St. Thomas.

It is a wonderful Villa for families with inside access to both of the Master Bedroom Suites directly from the Great Room. The Master Suites are air conditioned, one with garden views and one with views of Great Cruz Bay Harbor and the Ocean beyond.

Chez Shell also has multiple living spaces inside and out so you may enjoy the active harbor views and sunset views towards St Thomas from many different areas.

The decor is warm and inviting and in tune with Caribbean Style living. Most of the furnishings are from India, Bali, the Southwest United States which includes various antiques from around the world. Chez Shell was totally remodeled in 2007 by a talented builder out of New Mexico.

The house is just a short 5-minute walk to the beaches at Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole and a short drive to the famous North Shore Beaches.

If you enjoy colorful awesome sunsets over the water, a convenient location and a beautiful place to stay, you'll find your perfect vacation waiting at Chez Shell

Should you have questions or would like to make a reservation the preferred method is via phone as emailing thru VRBO sometimes takes over 24 hours to reach us.

Keywords: pool villa, westin resort, beach access, sunset view, ocean view, close to town, two bedroom, privacy, vacation villa, Sail boats, bay view, pool villa, 2 bedroom

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: children ages 12 & up welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Villa Chez Shell ~ Enjoy Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay!

About the area

Map
St John

What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chocolate Hole - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Chocolate Hole Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Seafood Saloon - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Upstairs Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Longboard - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roti King Foodtruck - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tap & Still - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! located?

Situated in St. John, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Great Cruz Bay, Chocolate Hole Beach and Rendezvous Bay. Chocolate Hole and Sunset Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Thanksgiving and Christmas wk open w/lower rates! Sunsets Over Great Cruz Bay! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

We absolutely love St John! By far my favorite Island.we love our house we stayed at. The location is spot on.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Property

Great experience, location and villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely

It was a great location and a peaceful,relaxing way to enjoy the beaches of St. John!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views!

We were quite pleased and impressed with Chez Shell. The pictures and descriptions were exactly as described. The location was perfect and the views were absolutely amazing. Communicating with the owners was also easy, especially with the hurricane that was approaching soon before our arrival date. We would stay at this VRBO again in a heartbeat! Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, amazing views

Villa Chex Shell is the perfect spot for two couples. It's located a short drive from downtown on a secluded road overlooking Great Cruz Bay and the Westin. Perfect size for two couples, private pool with oversized patio and views forever. This is out second stay and the villa and won't be our last. Sheree is a great host and provides beach towels, chairs and a cooler for your day trips. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot

House was very nice, and a great location. When we booked we noticed someone complained that owners lived onsite. I was a little concerned with this just because we like privacy. But I can confirm this is a complete non-issue. Their unit is below the main house. I’m pretty sure there is an entrance on the other side of the house they use that you almost can’t even tell is there. The pool and outdoor space is completely private, they can’t even see it from their unit since it’s below. They aren’t using the pool or anything while you are there. I only took off one star on the communication rating not because they didn’t communicate well but unless I missed something, email was the only way to communicate when on the island. My email didn’t load well so having a cell to text if there was something urgent would have been nice. But it wasn’t actually necessary. So not really a complaint just a suggestion! And I do understand if they don’t want to share their cell. I would recommend the house and go back for sure. There is a house being built next door. Someone mentioned that. While we did hear it a little. It was never really early or late. So unless you are just sitting at the house all day I can’t see it being a big deal. Who wants to sit at a house all day anyways when you are in St John?!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

STJ

The location was great. The house was perfect for our family. The communication with the owner was very prompt and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation

We really enjoyed our stay in Saint John. House was just as described with a great view. The location was perfect - close to center of town but in a nice, quiet bay area. The pool was a great addition and communication/response time from host was excellent. We would definitely come back to this VRBO!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jess C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect House for a Getaway

This house was perfect for our family getaway on St. John. It had all the amenities you could possibly need. The kitchen was a great size and the outdoor living spaces were exceptional. It’s such a quick drive to Cruz Bay and the road is quiet and easy to park which can be hard to find on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robby G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Very good location and views. Nice welcome basket from the owners. Power went out a few times. Very clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely lovely property!

Property is well appointed. Beautiful views! Communication with the owners was fantastic. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Curtis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

We loved this place and will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing trip!

This was the perfect villa for my family to stay in for a week. We enjoyed the privacy and the pool very much. Convenient location to town and the north beaches. The view is especially great!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible home and location!

We were so happy with our stay. We come to ST. John every year but this was the first time just with our daughter. The views, the location to town, and the layout was perfect for our family. The open air concept was refreshing, especially when it rained. And we slept so well with the air conditioned bedrooms. We cooked at home for most meals, and the kitchen was equipped with everything we needed. Thank you Sheree and family for sharing your beautiful home, we can’t wait to come stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

40th Birthday Girls Trip

Excellent stay at this Villa! It was better than described and the views were stunning! We had everything we needed for a night in at the villa or to adventure to the beaches. The host went above and beyond upon arrival. Our flight was delayed getting in and it was raining and dark for our arrival and she kept in contact with us and made sure that we knew exactly where we were going. She even provided some snacks and a welcome package for us knowing that we did not have time for grocery run that first evening due to our delay. It was much appreciated after a long day of travel and a stressful drive from the ferry due to the dark and rain and getting familiar with driving on the left. :) All of her suggestions for dining were wonderful! We love visiting St John and look forward to staying in this Villa again in the future. It is perfect for two couples or a girls trip like ours. Also the beds were so comfortable! We are all still talking about how well we rested in them! Beautiful property, excellent stay, and would highly recommend! Thank you for sharing your piece of paradise with us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place.

I would definitely return to this place. It has everything you need, it is close to restaurants and beaches, I love tranquility and this place is perfect for it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved Villa Chez She’ll!

Loved everything about this property! Perfect for 2 couples, with each bedroom having its own bath. Beautiful views, awesome pool. What’s not to love?! Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Dana E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Beaches and AC oh my

The property is conveniently located near the car ferry and Cruz Bay. You definitely need a Jeep. The steep incline from the parking lot was a little precarious at night. Power outages at night were brutal, with still hot air. Do yourself a favor and read up on updates. We didn't think they would be overnight, but they were to no fault of anyone. We hope for the future of the island that it gets remedied quickly. House has all you need, but AC a must during June
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful week!

Beautiful home with the most incredible views. The house was well appointed with everything you need - including beach chairs and a cooler. Close to great restaurants in town while still being in a quiet neighborhood. Construction next door was a non-issue given all the greenery surrounding the house. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little piece of Heaven.

Breath taking views of St. John, very clean and spacious house.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous view

Chez Shell is exactly as represented from the pictures and description on VRBO. Two master bedrooms made it nice for two couples. The view from the great room and outsides spaces is spectacular! An afternoon at the pool is beautiful if you don’t feel like driving to one of the incredible beaches. Downtown Cruz Bay is a short ride away for drinks or dinner out. The only negative was the home being built right next door. It was loud some days and construction vehicles made parking a challenge.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Back in St. John USVI

Great view, very cute interior, pool area was beautiful. It was hard to find, they need a sign at the end of the driveway and some description of how to get to the driveway from Great Cruz Bay Road.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and great location

The views are beautiful from sunrise to sundown. Villa Chez Shell is located just past the Westin, less than 5 minutes to the market and less than 10 minutes to Cruz Bay. Two bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms, are ideal for couples.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Great place with an amazing view. Close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Chez Shell

House is Lovely. The view .... fabulous. The dip pool was used a lot. Lush landscaping. Great location. Well appointed kitchen. We were there while it was hot, so, understand there is No AC in living/ kitchen area. Bedrooms were the only relief from the heat. Not much of a breeze to help with heat or mosquitoes. Lots of ceiling fans, but not all run at the same speed. Just know its hot.... we were there 7/28-8/6. Island beaches are so beautiful. Small town, friendly locals. I will be back.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023