Explore real Island culture & live like natives. Stay 15min from the beach in a mid-Island location & skip expensive rentals. Ride fast affordable $2/$3 bus to the beach. Sunny Isles Mall is a 10 min walk where you'll find Kmart & a few groceries, Wendy, Office Max, and local restaurants. You’ll love the safe, convenient location, solid wall for sound privacy, Wi-fi coverage, complimentary Netflix, towels & essentials provided, health magnifying herbal tea & friendly family neighborhood. The space Crazy Price Drop Steal this Deal!!! CRAZY, CRAZY DEALS... Watch for Price Drop!!! CRAZY, CRAZY Winter DEALS... 24 hour- Massive monthly Price Drop!!! 28-31 nights maximum... This would be your month-to-month cost if you need to stay more than a month... just 1 flat rate NEW TO Mahogany Getaway is the long awaited hemp tea. Once taken away from the seniors who used this herb for health purposes. The hemp herb is better described as a tree of life unaltered (organic) straight from the ground. Ask me about the health benefits of the hemp tea my mother gave her children while growing up. The special Hemp tea is available upon request complimentary for booked guest only. NEW TO Mahogany Getaway are 2 bicycles FREE to barrow with your stay when available. We know the cost of transport can be costly on the Island, so we are now offering this year 2024 two bicycles for your usage. We are limited to two bikes at this time so we ask that you make your request early so you could reserve the bikes during your stay, and that you care, and secure the bikes when in usage. We only ask for a donation for maintenance, so bikes could remain in good working condition and therefore free for other guest usage. We appreciate all your support, and we hope you enjoy your stay. Please note: The bicycles are only recommended for "athletic" individuals. (FAQ) 1. Netflix Playing- No Account necessary (Complimentary) 2. 3-5 min walk to convenient store, Hot Bread bakery, Vegetarian restaurant, drug store, Food vans, etc., in mall called "The Village Mall." Roti, and Barbar shop nearby 3. 8-10 min walk athletic guest to Sunny Illes Mall, "Mama Kitchen" local food with breakfast, KFC, Wendy's, Pizza Hot, Kmart, Office Max, Champs, Drug store, hospital, Movie theater, small playground for tiny ones, ATM's & Banks etc., and 3 min drive 4. 15 min drive to Protestant Cay Beach located at Hotel on the Cay and voted as 1 of the Island top beaches 5. 3-5 min walk to $2 and $3 buses _____________________________________ THE ROOM ______________________________________ You will be utilizing this entire private room that sleeps 3 guests. If sleep is important to your health ease into the foam top mattress and pillows, and sleep like a baby. ______________________________________ This small cool, cozy den was turned into a comfortable bedroom. It had no closet, so I included a clothing rack to accommodate your clothing. This bunk room includes a twin- & full-size combination bunk bed with added memory foam topper for a good night rest. The top twin bunk sleeps 1 individual, and the full-size bottom bunk sleeps 2 individuals, and doubles into a seating area. Sit back, watch a complimentary movie on your own TV that you missed on Netflix with your friends and family, or use your laptop in this space by utilizing the folded activity table tucked away in your room. This room has a large window with lots of light that gives you an outdoor feeling, and brings in good natural, healthy Caribbean air with little to NO pollutant risk. If you can't live without cold air in oppose to cool natural air the Mahogany AC room is another option. You’ll appreciate the cement poured ceiling, solid concrete walls for sound privacy, Nature lovers, enjoy nature's natural Caribbean breeze with ceiling, and floor fans to enhance it. Extra fans are available if needed, but be sure to take advantage of our cool, healthy, clean evening air. If you need to use the blanket at night one can, be provided for our cooler evenings because of the Island favorable humidity & trade winds. Additionally, I provide a basket of things people forget to bring along on their trip. Kick up your feet and relax at the ending of the day in the comfortable recliner. _____________________________________ A 2ND ROOM AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES _____________________________________ (Mahogany Getaway AC Queen bedroom) This bunk bedroom is one of three bedrooms on the first floor of a two-story home. The second story is partially completed and is being slowly worked on when guest is away. It's forbidden to guest for safety purposes. Two bedrooms are available on the first floor. If you’re a traveling family or group and want to stay together another room is available in this same home. Companions could sleep in the Mahogany Queen bedroom with the hybrid bed, and children could sleep in the bunk bedroom that sleeps 3. _____________________________________ THE STORY BEHIND THE HERBAL BUSH TEA FROM GUEST: My Bush tea is a herbal tea passed on from my ancestors. It is used as an Immune booster, Virus, Flu, and mucus remover etc. It gives your body all the essentials it needs to do the job with no negativity because it's all naturally home grown. TIM: February 2019-Tim was a guest at my accommodation that rebooked my place and left a review. He also relocated on Island and came back to my place just for the bush tea again. He was especially impressed with my herbal bush tea passed on from my ancestors. Tim was healthy but kept explaining how great he felt after having a couple cups of the tea. Your body will feel revitalized after giving it the needed essentials from the herbal bush. Tim wrote in his review about the bush tea: Worth every penny. Hilda is a great host. Helped me with so many things I can't list them all. Her bush tea is to die for. ANDREA: April 2019- Andrea and her little girl and boy was a guest in my home in April 2019. Andrea had canceled a lot of her exploration plans because her little girl was not feeling well. She got up at night trying to use ice to keep down her little girl fewer. I encouraged her to have a few cups of my freshly made herbal bush tea made from herbs around the property. She declined but decided to do so the night before her departure, and this is what she wrote on my email while traveling back home. Andrea wrote: Good morning, Hilda Thank you for a most welcoming stay and accommodations. We truly appreciate your hospitality, and all agreed when we return, we would love to stay with you again. Sorry we didn’t get to say goodbye in person as we hustled off to the airport! I did give my daughter the tea as you recommended, and she woke up today no fever and slept all night which means I got sleep as well!!! I should have done it from the first night you suggested it. That’s above and beyond hosting and I couldn’t thank you more. You have a great thing going! See you soon! God bless you. SEAN: July 2020-Sean was a guest at my accommodation that extended his stay for a week as he relocated on the Island. He loved my herbal bush tea passed on from my ancestors. Sean wanted to know if I sold this tea by the gallon, but I don't. Sean the big money makers don't like natural alternatives. They make more money from selling legal drugs with toxin additives to keep people dependent than providing natural cures to stop the flow of wealth. It's simple they make more money from the treatment than the cure. The math problem is (treatment = $billions and Cure = $Zero). Sean advice about the bush tea in his review: Hilda's place is very nicely decorated and immaculately clean. She has a welcome pamphlet detailing restaurants and activities, and a lot of personalized touches. You have to try the bush tea! Complimentary: Bush tea (Island Immune booster herbal tea available) ______________________________________ _ (MAHOGANY GETAWAY OFFERS QUALITY AT LOW RATES) ______________________________________ Why stay at an expensive place when you can stay at a quality, affordable, comfortable place? Don’t lose your opportunity to fully explore this Island and enjoy this culture because you spent too much on lodging and lost your opportunity to explore. Spend your money exploring and enjoying the Island. ______________________________________ In this convenient location you can hop on a $1 or $3.00 bus and within 10-15 minutes you'll be at one of the Island’s best white sand beaches. The idea is to use the $1 bus or $3.00 for a few days to save money like some guest did then use your savings to rent a car your last days in order to access places the bus route don't travel. It is recommended that you at least rent a car for the last day or two of your stay. Car rentals are expensive at $80 or more a day plus overhead, but don’t worry with your wise savings choice you’ll have a bundle left over to rent a car your last few days and enjoy this entire small Island. ______________________________________ LET MAHOGANY GETAWAY HOST & PLAN YOUR ACTIVITIES ***************************************************** No need to figure out what to do on Island; I'll automatically provide you with documentation on places to explore and activities on island. _____________________________________ Experience horseback riding through the ocean, and Rain Forest, or get ready for an ATV ride through the Rain Forest. Checkout Buck Island on "Island Tyme" catamaran. Go snorkeling and kayaking through the mangroves or zipline at Carambola establishment. Stand up on your paddle board, or kite surf in our warm all year-round ocean water and much more. ______________________________________ SHORT TERM RELOCATION UNIT ***************************************************** Need to find an apartment to relocate, or DON'T WANT TO BE SQUEEZED INTO THE MAN CAMP in nearby business... Settle here while you look for a place. Real Estate books are in each room to make your search easier. _____________________________________ SOLID WALL PRIVACY ***************************************************** You’ll appreciate the cement poured ceiling, and solid concrete walls for extra guest privacy. ______________________________________ ROOM ATMOSPHERE/For Those Who Cool Down on Natural Air & Fans ***************************************************** Large window for natural air, ceiling fan, in addition to extra floor fans, keep this room cool. Fresh natural air is a healthy choice. For those that can't live without (AC) cold air or processed air you may want to use Airbnb filter to assist you instead of fans to cool down. You should expect to pay more for your (AC) selection because power is costly on the Island. The majority of guest were happy with the natural air enhanced with extra fans that kept them cool and breathing healthy fresh air. ______________________________________ LOCATION (SELECT A LOCATION BEST FOR YOUR PURPOSE and be accountable. It is not a host penalty.) ***************************************************** Please don't expect to be able to walk to the beach in this mid-island location, but you can ride there in 15 minutes on an affordable $1 or $3.00 bus that would take you to Christiansted town Hotel on the Cay beach. For those seeking a convenient, affordable bus route location this is it. If you don't want to use transport to get to the beach Airbnb has a filter that would locate those properties. If you can't afford beachfront that would be a reflection on your financial inability which should not be a penalty to listed property location because you are being fully informed of the location. Take accountability for your location selection when you make a selection. It only takes 45 minutes to 1 hour to travel from the 2 furthest points on this small eighty-add square miles Island, but if you must be footsteps away from the beach rather than accessible to transport in this mid-Island location, I advise you to please use Airbnb filter to point out those properties. Take accountability for your location selection because sufficient information has been given including a general map for you to carefully select accord to your location preferences. It is not the host failure nor penalty if you couldn't afford a beachfront property. Many of the beaches are isolated places, so check with your host to find out if you would need to calculate a rental car $80-$100 a day) into your budget to get in and out of their location. You'll want to make sure you won’t be stuck in a location in which you have to pay an expensive taxi if you can’t get a rental car. A private taxi ride is $25 or more. Make sure to reserve a car quickly because they're in demand and you're limited to 7 companies. Good Luck! Guest access OUTDOOR/ INDOOR SPACE/ & ISLAND BUSH TEA ******************************************************************************* Your outdoor space now includes your own private table. New to your outdoor space are hammocks my guests are enjoying at the ending of the day in our cool, healthy, evening air. Enjoy your space day or night in this peaceful community. You are welcome to try our island bush tea I make weekly; it’s a very good immune booster for many ailments. It knocks the Flu out in 2 days from my personal experience. This room is affordable and it's your own space and privacy while you are here. Complimentary: Bush tea (Island Immune booster herbal tea available) (It knocks the Flu out in 2 days from my personal experience & guest love it). _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ INTERNET & CELL PHONE COVERAGE ******************************************************************************* Cell phone coverage is better inland rather than on the outer shoreline part of the island. Unfortunately, some areas do not have good cell phone coverage at all. This is an ideal location because coverage is fantastic. Internet service is fairly good on island, but even businesses would tell you their computers are down, so don’t expect too much more than what the internet companies offer. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ LIVING ROOM & WORKSPACE ******************************************************************************* Feel free to relax in the living room whenever you please; it’s usually empty. The dining room is a sunny area you can use if you need a large workspace. If you need to print anything I can help. Office Max is also within walking distance and offers free internet, and cents for printing a page so it is another option. Lots of effort goes into making you feel at home away from home. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ KITCHEN & BATH ******************************************************************************* You’ll have access to a shared complete kitchen with full stove and oven, blender, kettle, toaster, microwave, coffee machine, and very clean shared bath. Disinfectant spray will be provided for toilet seat, and a potty seat for toddlers. In addition to bath and beach towel, toilet paper, and soap, you will be provided with complimentary shampoo, conditioner, shower cap, razor, toothpaste, toothbrush, and cream for your skin just to make your shared, warm, clean bath more comfortable. So, stop for a moment and think. You’re only spending a small amount of time in the restroom, and most of your time exploring. So, why pay more? If you shared a bath in your own home, it really isn’t very different. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ NEARBY CONVENIENT STORE, RESTAURANT & SUPERMARKET ******************************************************************************* The supermarket food here on island is somewhat expensive, but the local Caribbean food is as low as $10 -$12 a plate according to your order, and it’s a full meal. There is a small convenient grocery store 3-minute walk across the street along with a bar & restaurant, and their local food is affordable & really great. There is also a little night life if you want to hang out a little. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ HOSPITAL & MALL ******************************************************************************* Mahogany Getaway is just an 8-10 min walk to Sunny Isles Mall & the HOSPITAL, or just hop on the $1 Vitran bus to get there. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ LAUNDROMAT ******************************************************************************* The Laundromat is inexpensive and nearby if you need to wash and dry right away. Unfortunately, I couldn’t offer free washing at this time, but a Laundromat is within walking distance; washing is reasonable at $2.50 and up and drying is only 25 cents. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ THE AIRPORT ******************************************************************************* The airport is 10-15 minutes' drive. Overnight layovers are welcome. Our airport closes after the last flight. I can arrange for a Taxi driver that lives in my neighborhood to get you to your flight bright and early. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ During your stay I'll BE AVAILABLE FOR AID >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>. I'll be available to offer help throughout your stay in any way I could, so don't worry about anything. You won’t even have to think about what to do on island; I'll have pamphlets and documentation ready for you periodically. This is just the way I treat my guest because I want you to take full advantage of what the Island offer and have fun. I'm a down to earth easy-going host. I'll be in the next room I use as office space and personal use etc., and if I'm off on business email or call my cell for my assistance. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________. GUEST PRIVACY >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Your room will only be entered for cleaning before you arrive and after you leave. It’s your private space and I especially like to give my guest privacy. Your window screens are designed for your privacy. You could see out but not in. You'll have your privacy, and if you need anything don't be afraid to inform me; I'm a down to earth easy-going host. My goal is to make your stay a pleasant one. Other things to note Please Note: There will be no booking alterations at this time before arrival. Only alterations for extended stay will be accepted after arrival. Please be sure of your date selection so not to holdup another guest from booking those dates. No exceptions, so please don't ask for favorable treatment we are expected to treat all guests fairly. Thanks Please Note: PLEASE NOTE: This is a barefoot home in the United States Virgin Islands, and it means that you cannot wear your unclean outdoor shoes in the home. Whatever you walked on outdoor that you don't know of should never come back into your home. Bedroom slippers designed for indoor only, socks or liners are acceptable, and I provide FREE foot liners, but no shoes designed for outdoor used or new is permitted. Please respect my cleanliness house rules. Thank you! 8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> SECURITY DEPOSIT _________________________________________________________ .1-FAQ: Is the security deposit withdrawn for payment? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? The security deposit is not withdrawn for payment unless the host request compensation for calculated damage to the property. Unlike a security deposit that is required to lease or rent a home, or apartment the security deposit on Airbnb is not treated in that manner. The security deposit will not be included in your reservation charges. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 2-FAQ: Can I visit the property before I confirm my reservation? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? You would need to confirm your reservation before you arrive at the property. Airbnb does not allow host to conduct business outside of the reservation for security reasons. Photos and information online are provided so that you could get an inside look of the unit. Communicate with your host if you need more photos for a better vision. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 3-FAQ: Can I call before I confirm my reservation? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? A host is not allowed to conduct business in the manor without a confirm reservation for security reasons. The host is available by email until such event occurs. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 4-FAQ: Can I offer my host cash for the accommodation outside of the business? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Host can’t accept cash for the accommodation outside of the reservation. This interaction is against the company’s policy and voids insurance protection. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 5-FAQ: Can a host decline or cancel a guest? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? A host has authority to decline or cancel a guest although it’s not encouraged. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 6-FAQ: Do host look through guest reviews? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Generally, a host would do so. A host is looking forward to easy going, respectful, genuine guest with favorable reviews. A host looks at a guest experience. It’s not necessarily the host review of the guest, but the guest review of the host, and how it’s projected unto the world and affects a host business. Airbnb is providing an opportunity for people to travel around the world and log at an affordable rate. So, you push the button, you make the choice, and you decision if the opportunity is a good one and will continue. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 7-FAQ: After a guest has completed his or her stay and reviewed the host would that host be able to determine how each segment has been rated? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Yes, the host reviewed has access to the information and can determine how the guest has judged each category. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . 8-FAQ: Can I use my personal account and identity to book a guest although I won’t be at the accommodation? ?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? No, this is fully against Airbnb company policy, and generally not lawful. It puts the company security, and host safety at high risk because the company verified your ID and not the arriving guest. If you need help registering the company can assist you. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . INTERNET & CELL PHONE COVERAGE >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Cell phone coverage is better inland rather than on the outer shoreline part of the island. Unfortunately, some areas do not have good cell phone coverage at all. This is an ideal location because coverage is fantastic. Internet service is fairly good on island, but even businesses would tell you their computers are down, so don’t expect too much more than what the internet companies offer. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . NEARBY CONVENIENT STORE, RESTAURANT & SUPERMARKET >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> The supermarket food here on island is somewhat expensive, but the local Caribbean food is as low as $10 -$12 a plate according to your order, and it’s a full meal. There is a small convenient grocery store 3-minute walk across the street along with a bar & restaurant, and their local food is affordable & really great. There is also a little night life if you want to hang out a little. . _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ . DRIVING ON ISLAND >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Remember to drive on the left side of the road when you get here. You can adapt very quickly to driving on the roads because most of the Island only has two lanes, and the traffic is very slow at 40 mph. Just be conscientious about staying on the left. USEFUL ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW ################################### Note: TROPITAL CLIMATES As we move closer to the summer months remember to wear insect repellent outdoor especially at night. I provide this in your basket of things people tend to forget. Mosquitoes are common on these Islands in the Caribbean because they’re attracted to tropical climates. Take your repellent outdoor with you if you must, and spray when needed according to the instructions. I can’t control your experience outdoor, but windows and doors are screened to protect you as much as possible indoor. Remember to close the screen door when you come in and out. However, mosquitoes are also capable of entering with you but do your best to not contribute to their existence. Note: ISLAND RECOVERY St. Croix US Virgin Islands is recovering and looking great again. The accommodation is accepting guest.