Johnny Horn Trail House St. John

Want to really get away? This 2-bedroom eco contemporary house is perched above Coral Bay, next to a hiking trail in the Virgin Islands National Park. “A perfect nature retreat, feels like you’re in the trees," said one reviewer. Has a house-wide deck, and views of Coral Harbor. It's secluded, yet walking distance to the island's best snorkeling, or night spots in a laid-back town. Or hop in a 4-wheel drive (a must!) for a 10-minute trip to Cinnamon Bay and some of the world's finest beaches. The space The house features an outdoor tropical shower and wood floors that feel good on bare feet, reminding of the island era of the Maho Bay Camp -- open-air, tree frogs singing, but with a modern touch. The house is a great private getaway for a couple or more. It has two open bedrooms, each with a Queen bed and one with a loft bed for a small child (maybe 12 years or younger). Additionally, there is a double-size futon in the living area. The home is family-friendly and is perfect for those who like to hike and enjoy the sounds of nature. Comes with ceiling fans, a huge sectional covered sofa outside, party lights, a hammock, a table, chairs, an umbrella, and a gas BBQ grill. The deck overlooking the sailboats of Coral Bay is spot-on for lounging, reading, dining, sunning, and star gazing. No need to bring much: the house is stocked and ready with beach chairs & towels, nice linens, and a cooler. Hook your iPhone into the stereo and fire up the blender. We have WiFi, and AT&T phones work great here (Verizon you may be out of luck). For eco sustainable vacationing, the house sports a 13,000-gallon rainwater collection cistern, with a solar hot water heater. As another guest noted: “The shower is an outdoor Caribbean fantasy.” Guest access Guests have access to all the common areas of the house. The only locked area is the storage area down below. Other things to note Having a 4-wheel drive vehicle is a must in order to rent this property. The road up Johnny Horn Trail is dirt and gravel and can be rough in spots. While the drive up it is short (just a third of a mile), smaller cars without clearance can often get stuck.