Cruz Views #04 – Destiny -Cruz Bay (hillside)

Cruz Views #4 -Destiny, is a two bedroom, corner condo located above the pool and has one of the best views at Cruz Views. Destiny has a master bedroom  with a queen bed and a/c.  The 2nd bedroom has 2-twin beds (does not convert to king), a/c and is accessed by a ships ladder, attached to the wall, and is not designed or recommended for children under 12.  Both bedrooms share a custom built bath and shower.

Destiny has a front deck plus a very private adjoining side deck which combined with the interior space to make Destiny one of the largest units at Cruz Views. In 2018 Destiny was rebuilt, including a new kitchen, and new furniture, a/c, decks and paint. Destiny has been reborn and looks and feels completely new.

For those renting a vehicle there is on site parking at the complex.  Guests will enjoy the shared pool and if you like to BBQ, there is a gas grill available for guests to use during their stay.  Beach chairs, beach towels and a cooler are also included with each condo.

Bedrooms: 2
Beds: 3
Bed Description: 1 Queen, 2 Twins (does not convert to king)
Bathrooms: 1
Property Location: Cruz Bay (hillside)
Proximity: Ocean View
Property Size: 850 sq ft
Year Property Complete: 1986
Beach: Nat. Park- 5-10 min. Drive
Pool: Yes – shared
Pool Dimensions: 15.5 ft x 26 ft
Hot Tub: No
Air Conditioning: Yes, bedroom & loft area
Children: Welcome (Loft accessed via ships ladder)
Wifi: Yes
Housekeeping: No
Damage Deposit: $500
Distance To Town: 1/2 mile outside of Cruz Bay, heading up the Centerline Road. 5 minute walk downhill into town.

The Cruz Views Complex is tucked into a tropical hillside location, located about a 160 feet above the town of Cruz Bay. The condos are townhouse style and all face southwest. Each condo was designed to capture the picturesque views of the turquoise seas throughout the day and the spectacular sunsets at days end. Undoubtedly, you will enjoy these scenic vistas!  Cruz Views is only about a 1/2 mile from Cruz Bay, and many guests will walk in to town, as it is all down hill.  However after a few cocktails, or enjoying a delicious dinner at one of the many fine restaurants, you may want to get a taxi to bring you back up the hill, as the walk up can be a bit challenging.

NOTE: The Cruz Views Complex has a resident outdoor cat that visits the property.

INTERNET SERVICE: The internet service is subject to frequent interruption. We cannot guarantee internet quality or speed. Renters might find it convenient to travel with a cellular carrier MiFi – a couple of examples are AT&T and Virgin Mobile. There will be no refunds due to the internet not working.

PHONE SERVICE/CELL PHONES: Local phone service is interrupted regularly and in spite of our efforts to reinstate service it can sometimes take weeks. AT&T is the only cell service we find operates efficiently on the island. If you do not have AT&T we strongly suggest you bring a pay as you go AT&T cell phone with you as we do not provide cell phones should the local phone service be interrupted.

POOL FLOATS: Pool floats are not guaranteed with your villa rental. If you want access to them, please bring them with you.

PRIVACY POLICY: All photos are the property of Caribbean Villas and Resorts Management Company (unless otherwise indicated) and may not be reproduced or used for commercial purposes without the express written consent of Caribbean Villas and Resorts.

RATES, PRINTING ERRORS, CHANGES, AND OMISSIONS: Caribbean Villas is not responsible for printing errors and inadvertent omissions. All rates and villa details are subject to change without prior notice.

VEHICLE INFORMATION: A 4 Wheel Drive vehicle is needed for travel on St John.

April 2024 -We stayed at Cruz View condos for 5 days following a 5 day stay at Cinnamon Bay Campground. Although we love the campground, the luxuries of the condo can’t be beat. Besides the obvious, like A/C and your own bathroom, the pool and proximity to town were welcome! Destiny is beautifully decorated and had all the amenities we need. The view from our deck was superb. We watched the town come alive in the mornings and go to sleep in the evenings. We do not rent a car, so being close to town is a plus. The hill up to the condos is brutal, but we do it, often carrying groceries and water! The reward is worth the effort!
The caretakers, Sunni and Jane are lovely, hardworking people. They were always helpful and accommodating. The staff at Caribbean Villas was attentive and quick to help with any requests or minor problems. A wonderful experience, as usual. We have stayed before and will certainly stay again! Thanks so much!

March 2024 – “The house was lovely with beautiful views of Cruz bay. Could have stayed on the deck all night and just take in the view. The second loft bedroom was a little challenging for our traveling companions but young kids/ adults would love it. The place was clean and comfortable.”

March. 2024 – We just got back from our second time staying here. If you’re looking for something close to town with an excellent view this is your place. It is also very clean. Our kids had fun climbing the ladder to their room but it wouldn’t be a good option for 3 and under. We enjoyed coming back to the larger pool and enjoying a beautiful sunset view. It might not be the Windmill bar view but it’s pretty spectacular! The parking spot is a huge plus! While there were people staying there that used a taxi and walked to town, I think renting a jeep is the way to go. If you choose no vehicle just know that the walk back to Cruz Views is a pretty steep hill on a narrow road.

Dec. 2023 – Great place. Easy to reach, easy into town. Great views. Very clean. Cute shower.

Dec. 2023 – Nice little condo just outside the main bustle of Cruz Bay. Quiet but less than a minute in to the round about. Loft bedroom is really nice if you have kids old enough to use them. View is fantastic and you’re far enough up the hillside to you get a constant breeze and a small temperature drop.
Dec. 2023 – Great place. Very comfortable. Very close to town. Will stay here again – loved it.

Mar. 2023 – This condo was wonderful. Plenty of space for the 4 of us. The loft area was challenging to get up to but my 18 and 21 year olds were easily able to get up the ladder. Once in the loft, the space was great. The entire condo was very clean and functional. Great kitchen area and balcony. The location of the unit was 1/2 mile from the town. We were able to walk to and from town but the walk up the hill is very challenging and we are in great shape. The hill’s incline was very steep so I would advise walking to town and then taking a taxi if it’s night time. My daughter is a college athlete and she used the hill for training purposes!! The street was very quiet so it’s very safe to walk on. I would absolutely stay at this place again.

Dec. 20, 2022 – Wow…Two words…”THE VIEW” . But also the pool at night. This is a great property close to town, amazing views, amazing private decks. My only recommendation is that you need a car for this property, but I think you need one on St. John anyway. Also for this specific unit the 2nd bedroom has a ladder to access which we loved and my 10 year old had no problem navigating. 1st room is easy access. Loved the relaxed beach vibe furnishings. Would stay again in a second!

April 2022- Amazing views! It is clean, updated, well maintained, and has such a pleasant tropical vibe. I want to live here! We appreciated the coolers, beach towels, AC and fan options. The extra private sun deck is a nice perk! The kitchen has everything you might need, even little gadgets and miscellaneous items that come in handy. We used the coffee maker and blender. We loved the unique bathroom with the shower of my dreams! Our teen son enjoyed having his own “space” in the loft and navigated the ladder easily. The pool area is clean with the same amazing views. We had it to ourselves most of the time. In the evenings it was nice to meet a few other guests and share tips on what to see and do in St. John. Apparently Cruz Views #4 is a hot commodity because other people staying in the complex said they tried to rebook #4, but we had made our travel plans well in advance. The driveway is extremely steep but we were able to manage it each day, with guts and determination. The blind spot at the top seemed dangerous, but it is not a heavily traveled road. We did not feel it was safe to walk into town due to the lack of sidewalks on Centerline Road but we did see others take it in stride. We were happy to park our jeep at our car rental place (Conrad’s) and enjoy all Cruz Bay had to offer at night. We highly recommend Landlubber for stocking up your kitchen prior to your arrival. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!!

-We had a wonderful time and any questions I had were answered quickly. Check in was easy. Close to town-but would recommend a jeep. Also coolers and beach chairs and towels were great! Pool was good after long day at the beach.

-We very much enjoyed our stay at Cruz Views. The view was amazing! I can’t imagine what a view like that would cost at a resort hotel. Decor was nice. Place was clean and comfortable. Beautiful big shower. Kitchen was fully equipped, although we didn’t use it much. Exactly as pictured. Close to everything. It was pretty private and quiet (not many other guests) at the time we went so that was nice. Just a couple of cons, the little stairs up to the loft were pretty tricky to manage. My husband did not want my six year old going up and down the stairs by himself. And I found it a little difficult myself 😂. Also, just FYI there is a crazy steep street/driveway that turns very sharply down into the complex parking area. Big blind spot when pulling into the street. Need to rent a 4 x 4 vehicle as soon as you book because there will be nothing available if you don’t. Same thing if you plan to go to any of the nicer restaurants- book far in advance. That was a mistake we made. FYI Ronnie’s pizza is very good and they deliver. All in all we loved Cruz Views 😃