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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, offices, printers
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St Thomas, St Thomas
  • Magens Bay
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Blackbeard's Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Magens Bay Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

St. Thomas

Seaside stay .With a stay at this St. Thomas vacation home, you'll be steps from Hull Bay Beach and a 5-minute walk from Hull Bay. Also, Magens Bay is within half a mile (1 km) and St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hull Bay - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Magens Bay - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lindbergh Bay - 10 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Magens Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Green House Bar & Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Magen's Bay Beach Bar & Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Virgilio's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪French Quarter Bistro - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Island Country Retreat with Expansive Ocean Views ~ Private Pool

This private island home is located on the beautiful Northside. Surrounded by fruit trees and tropical flowers. There is a patio that leads to a 15x39 pool with total privacy. To the North is a covered porch that looks out to the Inner and Outer Brass Islands where sailboats and yachts sometimes anchor with spectacular sunsets. This is a true island home and a great vacation retreat. Convenient to all points of the island. There is a store and gas station on the main road before you turn into a private country road away from any noise or traffic.
Restaurants are in the area minutes away from this retreat. This home is a one-of-a-kind island home. This beautiful two-bedroom villa with an accompanying pool oasis is set within flowering gardens overlooking our famous Island ocean view. Lounge on the patio and enjoy the ocean breeze and expansive views. The living room is elegantly furnished with a pleasing blend of cushioned West Indies furniture and island-themed pieces. This cozy room incorporates a living area with local island art. This home is filled with lots of windows for light giving an airy ambiance. There is air conditioning in all the rooms the main living and both bedrooms for those days with no breeze. The very well-equipped and laid-out kitchen adjoins the living room’s dining area divided by an island with bar stools.
This island home has all the amenities to make you and your family feel comfortable with total privacy and safety.

This home has everything you need to be on vacation. Dine indoors or outdoors on the pool terrace. In-house meals can be provided with advance notice and with a separate fee directly to the owner.
Privacy and a tranquil stay await you on this island retreat.
Beautiful sunsets on the covered porch or breakfast looking out to boats going by will enhance your stay in this vacation getaway. This is a quiet peaceful villa.. Take a walk around the pool admire the plants and pick a passion fruit to add to your drink. This retreat is perfect for a family vacation where your children can enjoy the out doors and large private pool.
The road to this retreat is off the main road and leads to a dead end road where you will be private and safe. It is partly dirt but easy to access all areas of the island.
The only sounds will be birds and the ocean when the tides are up.
Sunsets to the west ln summer times of the year are beautiful.
Total get away retreat but accessable to food supplies and restaurants. There are beach chairs, a cooler and beach towels.
A car or jeep is necessary to stay at this retreat .
Beaches are minutes away Hull Bay is 10mins. Brewers Beach is 15 mins.
Magnes Bay is 20 mins. Sapphire , Lindquist and Coki beach are 40mins.

Property manager

Helen E Baker

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Hot tub
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Office
  • Printer
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On a private island

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Note from host: . No vicious or dangerous dogs are allowed. .

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: children must know how to swim.

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Northside Farm Retreat St. Thomas
Northside Farm Retreat Private vacation home
Northside Farm Retreat Private vacation home St. Thomas

Island Country Retreat with Expansive Ocean Views ~ Private Pool Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Miriam T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful stay in St. Thomas!
We were very excited, but also a bit trepidatious, about our booking in St. Thomas as we had never been before. However, prior reviews on this property were extremely helpful (we thoroughly agree that renting a Jeep is ideal for this property), and Helen was truly an excellent Host! Helen provided prompt answers to any questions we had, both before and during our stay, and all our needs were met and exceeded throughout. She met us at the car rental place and led us up to the property, which was incredibly helpful as I don't think we would have found it otherwise. She even let us follow her to the grocery store, which was right up the road. The property was beautiful, spacious, and clean. It was a bit careworn, but that only added to its charm from my and the kid's viewpoint... we got the feeling that we were very much a part of the regular living of the island; we were away from the condo/cruise ship scene, and it was peaceful, secluded, and private. There were fruit trees and a cute little pool, and everything you would want to get to is only a 15-25 minute drive away. (The island driving on the left-hand side of the road and the continual switchbacks do take some getting used to). But overall, the house was well appointed with all the basics you could think of needing... paper towels, TP, spices, cleaning gear, any and all cooking needs and utensils. It was a truly wonderful vacation, and this home and this host really were a huge part of why it as wonderful as it was!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lou F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise with a view
This house was so much more than it appeared in the listing. The views were breathtaking. The kitchen was fully stocked with pans, utensils, even spices. It was convenient to have a private pool. I definitely recommend this to anyone wanting a peaceful getaway. Helen was so helpful during our stay, communication was on point
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan O.

Beautiful property
Helen’s property is wonderful, beautiful, and my wife and I really enjoyed our stay here for our honeymoon! We wanted a place where we could stay at the house a day or two and be able to relax and enjoy ourselves! The outdoor patio, pool, and stocked kitchen (minus food of course) enabled us to do this. Helen was great in meeting us after we picked up our rental car and showing us where the house is, giving us a tour, and showing us where everything is that we would need. One night, the house lost power (due to the an issue with the local power provider) and her and her son came and turned on the generator so we would have power, and we really appreciated that. Our only complaint was we experienced a bug problem. Overall, the property was very clean. Floors, bathrooms, sheets and everything was perfect. But after a few days we started finding tiny roaches. The house was not overrun, but we were killing multiple everyday. We contacted Helen, and she was not able to spray the property due to us staying there, which I understand. I didn’t want all of our belongings affected. I bought spray myself and sprayed certain areas which greatly helped, but we still found one here or there. Luckily never in the master bedroom. I hope that this issue will be addressed for future renters.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

joy m., Olney, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Villa in a great location
The villa is full of interesting artwork and comfortable furniture. The location is an easy drive to many beaches. We rented a small sedan and had no problem getting around. The kitchen is well stocked which made it easy to cook in addition to going to several restaurants.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Birthday getaway
The property is gorgeous. The gardens are to die for. It is a paradise of orchids, aloe, fruit trees, and I could go on and on. The views spectacular. The kitchen well equipped. The decor inside the house was reminiscent of days gone by with collections from far away places. Helen was a perfect host. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Christine T.

Home for the Holidays!!
Lovely, warm and spacious home, a loved and cared for garden and outdoor space and comfortable furnishings including 2 patios and a great grill! It was a beautiful setting for my family’s dreamy retreat with each other and we especially appreciated a very gracious and responsive host! Our Jeep was perfect - this home is beautifully appointed with a lovely view from the northside of inner and outer brass! But be very prepared for a tricky dirt road to access the property! Excellent for folx familiar with the island!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise found
The perfect place for us to completely relax in a quiet almost secluded comfortable and quant mountainside house. The tropical setting created the the most tranquil atmosphere we’ve experienced in a very long time. Our host met us at the airport to lead us in our first experience of driving on the left side if of the serpentine roads of St. Thomas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing View & Impressive Home
Helen was very communicative and was helpful in finding the location. The house is exactly as pictured with large windows and amazing views. The pool and outside area was beautiful. There was a good amount of supplies in the house for cooking as well as beach time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, Private place for Couples Alone Time
The owner Helen is the best. She met us (my future wife and I) at the airport to guide us to the hidden villa. Located on the quiet north end of the island. The villa is located on the end of an unpaved road The furnished covered veranda facing east overlooks Hull Bay. The kitchen has everything you need to prepare meals including a cabinet full of spices, vinegars and oils. The rest of the interior is well appointed though some of the furniture seem a bit worn. The entire house was clean. It was evident the house is well maintained. The pool area had lots of chairs and recliners. The pool was a good size and clean, its plaster could use a little bit love but it wasn't an issue for me. There was a fire pit behind the pool but you need to supply your own wood to use it. The house came with beach chairs, a cooler and more towels then you could ever use. There is a generator for power outages as well. In summary, Helen was an amazing host, the property is private, well maintained and well stocked. There is a grocery store across from the exit of the house's long dirt road which was convenient thou expensive. I would highly recommend this property. Helen created a hidden gem.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sehnaz C., Hoboken, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful island home
We’ve visited St Thomas about 20 times and this was definitely one of the best overall value places we’ve ever stayed in. We will definitely be back. Helen is very helpful and responsive. The house is absolutely beautiful. It’s maintained and kept well. The view, garden and pool are great. There are many thoughtful amenities and fun knick knacks. A note to consider, particularly if you’re not familiar with STT- the house is located in the Northside, which is lush and residential. If you’re planning to visit restaurants in Red Hook or Frenchtown for dinner or take the late ferry back from St John, you will be driving back on the narrow mountain road with some patches in the dark. We didn’t mind and drove a regular car (not a jeep/4WD) everywhere, including the monster trek to nearby Neltjeberg beach, but if you’re not a fan of driving on the left then this may be helpful to keep in mind. Also there is a brand new, slightly pricey but very well-stocked Moe’s market right across the street, which was super convenient. Enjoy!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jena W.

Beautiful Northshore Home with Views
Check in was a breeze as property manager met us at the airport and we followed him to the house. You MUST have a car to stay at this house, preferably 4WD with high clearance. Very large, spacious rooms, well-equipped kitchen, plenty of towels including beach/pool towels. Having two outdoor patio areas, both shaded with dining tables was very nice. Wonderful view out over Hull Bay from back patio. Beautiful gardens and flowers. Very large pool with lots of lounge chairs. The home is older and could use some general maintenance and a thorough cleaning - and is a 10-15 minute drive to anything except the convenience store at the top of the driveway. Overall, a very pleasant stay, thank you Helen for sharing your family home!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
We had an absolutely marvelous stay at this property. Very spacious, clean, with an incredible view of Hull Bay. We really enjoyed the pool and both patios. Can not recommend this place enough, Helen was an incredible host who treated us like old friends. Would strongly recommend renting a 4WD, the road to the property gets pretty bumpy.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
We loved this private getaway! Absolutely breathtaking views. Conveniently located in Charlotte Amalie. Would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Robert M., Evanston, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful location with view
Surrounded by palms and greenery with clean pool and house stocked with all the towels and kitchen implements you need. Rent a jeep for the steep and rocky path to the house but enjoy the privacy.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Natalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views of Hull Bay!
Our family of five had a memorable 10 day stay over Christmas and New Years. Helen's island home has spectacular views of Hull Bay and the Inner and Outer Brass Islands from the north facing covered deck as well as the kitchen, large living room, and north facing bedroom! We enjoyed coffee on the deck in the mornings before heading out for adventures and drinks in the evenings. We also enjoyed dining on the deck and just relaxing and taking in the incredible views. The back of the home has a large, private, shaded patio that is surrounded by gorgeous native vegetation, palm trees, and flowering plants. There is a nice pool and deck area off of the patio. Our three children loved the pool! We enjoyed the fresh passion fruits that ripened daily and watching the bananas grow. The grounds around the home are truly beautiful and well maintained. The friendly neighborhood goats and chickens kept us entertained as well as the dog and cat that belong to the neighbors who live in the lower level of the home. As with most areas on St Thomas, a 4WD jeep is necessary to access this house. It is located on the north side of the island in a residential area on a bumpy, steep, dirt/gravel road with a flat, paved area at the house for parking. Some of the neighboring homes are pretty rough/run-down looking. This concerned us initially, but Helen assured us it was very safe and we had no issues. It was very quiet and peaceful our entire stay. Two of the closest beaches are Brewer's Bay (12 minute drive) and Magen's Bay (18 minute drive). We enjoyed both very much! Red Hook/Sapphire Beach area is a 25-30 minute drive. The road to access the house is right next to Puma gas station. Restaurant 13 and Nidal Mini Mart are very close by. Helen met us at the airport so we could follow her to the house. Addresses are confusing in St Thomas. I do not think there's any way we would have found the house on our own. Helen was a thoughtful host throughout our stay and regularly touched base to see if there was anything we needed. She put out some Christmas decorations and fresh poinsettias for us to enjoy over the holidays, offered to pick up groceries for us before we arrived, and provided beach chairs and a cooler. The house was well stocked with new bath and beach towels, paper products, and cleaning supplies. Overall, we had a comfortable, relaxing, memorable stay!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa E., McMinnville, Tn

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous Views
Our 88 year old mother, her 87 year old sister, my sister and myself spent 7 wonderfully relaxing days at Helen’s lovely “farmhouse” retreat. Helen was a very thoughtful hostess who was always willing to help in any way she could! (she found us the best driver in all the Virgin Islands!) If you are brave and/or adventurous you may choose to rent a car. (Make SURE it is an SUV) The road to the house is bumpy!! The roads are curvy and you must drive on the left side of the road. After struggling for 2days to master the roads (your GPS will not guide you properly) Helen found us an amazing driver! After that we were in paradise. Helen’s home is decorated in an eclectic style with several beautiful antiques. We were quite comfortable and especially enjoyed the daybed which was on the front porch. The view from the porch was spectacular! The private pool was a perfect place to relax and unwind at the end of a full day! The home was well stocked with everything we needed to prepare meals at the farm house. There were plenty of towels and beach towels also. Helen’s grandson, Cole, was quick to help carry in our groceries and offer information about the island. We would love to return to this retreat and hope to do so in the future. Thank you Helen for the use of your bit of paradise!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Really Nice Place
We really enjoyed our stay at this really nice St. Thomas house. The pool was great and it was really quiet. It is a bit of drive from stuff and you will need a car, but overall it was great and Helen was very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Farmhouse Retreat
Helen's home was such a wonderful escape for my family and I. We enjoyed the house and view, cooking and eating meals on the front and back patios, and swimming in the pool very much. The house had the most beautiful view from the back patio, and we would sit and have coffee, or have dinner and play cards and look out over the ocean. The pool was cleaned two times during our 10 day stay, and Helen was extremely accommodating as well! We cannot wait to return to St. Thomas and hope to stay in this house again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2021