DESCRIPTION: Mermaid Falls has undergone a revitalization, and the results are stunning. This beautiful estate is a magnificent 5 bedroom 5 1/2 bath home in the upper Peter Bay region on the north side of St John. From the minute you arrive at the villa, you will be mesmerized.
The entrance to the home is along an attractive coral stone walkway. The walkway is flanked by towering palm trees and tropical vegetation, which elegantly flows into a coral stone deck which surrounds the large curved lagoon pool. A seemingly natural waterfall flows into the pool from a rocky outcropping, and the majestic ocean views appear through arches supported by Doric columns. Before you even set foot into this villa you will be struck by its beautiful design and location.
Mermaid Falls was designed by the prominent Caribbean architect, Michael Oxman. The traditional design is both handsome and stylish, and it incorporates many elegant features, such as graceful arched passageways supported by Doric columns, tiled roofs, spacious coral stone decks, oversized mahogany doors, tiled floors throughout, baluster railings, beamed cathedral ceilings, and many private decks and sitting areas. Mermaid Falls consists of a great house and a guest house. The two buildings are tied together by the coral stone deck and a covered patio and wet bar. The great house contains the kitchen, living and dining areas on the main (pool) level, while a hand rubbed mahogany staircase leads to the master bedroom and en-suite bath and a guest bedroom and en-suite bath on the upper level. Exterior stairs lead down to the lower level bedroom and en-suite bath in the main house. The guest house is a 2 1/2 story building with a bedroom and en-suite bathroom, on the upper and lower levels.
Upon arrival to the beautiful island of St. John, guests will be greeted by Beau, longtime resident and island host for Mermaid Falls. Beau prides himself in creating a warm and welcoming beginning for guests to ease into the start of their Caribbean vacation lifestyle. Get ready for a spectacular stay at Mermaid Falls with one of the most magnificent views on the island so... kick back, grab that beach towel, make yourself a drink, read a book or take advantage of the unlimited island activities that Beau can help arrange for you.
LOCATION: The road from Cruz Bay to Mermaid Falls winds along the fabled north shore of St. John, and is rated one of the most scenic drives in the Caribbean. At Peter Bay, you take a right onto a private drive that is bordered by handsome stone walls and cascading bougainvillea. After climbing to an elevation of about 550 feet, the spectacular views and the tiled roofs of Mermaid Falls appear through the trees - you've arrived at a very special place. Mermaid Falls is located in upper Peter Bay, and towers over the homes located in lower Peter Bay.
Peter Bay is surrounded by the National Park which creates a wonderful and natural setting. The view is just gorgeous as it sweeps for more than 180 degrees, from sunsets over St. Thomas, Hans Lollick and Lovango Cay in the west, past Jost Van Dyke and Great Thatch in the north, to Tortola in the east. Below you are the white sands and turquoise waters of St John's legendary north shore, while all around you is a forest of green. This is one of the finest, most highly prized locations on St. John and in the entire Caribbean.
Mermaid Falls has deeded access (during the day) to the beach at Peter Bay, a white sand beach with tranquil waters and good swimming and snorkeling. If you prefer, it's less than a 5-minute drive to the world class National Park beaches at Trunk or Cinnamon Bays. It's a 12-15 minute, beautiful drive into the excellent restaurants and shops in the charming town of Cruz Bay.
LIVING & DINING: Over-sized mahogany doors open to this traditionally styled living room with its beamed cathedral ceilings and terra cotta tiled floors. The living room is furnished with sink-into-it couches and chairs, which will easily accommodate a gathering of 10. With the central a/c and spacious interior, you are sure to enjoy your time together. The living room includes a smart TV with Dish Network satellite and Bose Bluetooth speaker system for your listening pleasure.
The formal dining room is located a few steps away from the kitchen and includes a table that seats 8-10. If you prefer dining outdoors, there is a table for 4 plus a bar area which seats 3. Tucked into an alcove on the deck is a gas BBQ grill.
KITCHEN: The elegant kitchen adjoins the living room and has granite countertops, mahogany cabinets and all new stainless steel appliances, including a gas stove and oven with ventilation hood, a microwave oven, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer, toaster, coffee maker and a complete collection of cookware and dinnerware. There is a washer/dryer off the kitchen as well as a half bath.
BEDROOMS: A gorgeous mahogany staircase in the great room leads up to the stately master bedroom with its 4-poster king bed. The master is the largest bedroom and includes a writing desk, upholstered reading chairs, a/c, a satellite smart TV and an en-suite bath with whirlpool tub and tiled shower. Down the hall from the master bedroom is the guest bedroom with a queen bed and includes a satellite smart TV, a/c, beautiful water views and an en-suite bathroom with tiled shower. On the lower level of the main house there is a spacious and private bedroom with 3 twin beds and includes a/c, satellite smart TV and an en-suite bath with tiled shower.
The guest house at Mermaid Falls has two bedrooms. Both air-conditioned bedrooms include a queen bed and an en-suite bathroom with tiled shower. The guest house bedrooms each include a smart TV, should you want to stream your favorite show from your personal accounts. All five bedrooms have beautiful ocean views and all open on to their own private tiled decks.
In Season
Jan. 6, 2025 - April 15, 2025 &
Jan. 9, 2026 - April 15, 2026
$18,500/wk for 2 - 11 people
* 7 night minimum
Off Season
April 16, 2025 - Dec. 15, 2025
$16,500/wk for 2-11 people
* 5 night minimum
Holiday
Thanksgiving
Nov. 22 - 30, 2025
$26,000/wk for 2 - 11 people
Christmas/New Years
Dec. 16, 2025 - Jan. 8, 2026
$26,000/wk for 2 - 11
** Christmas/New Years - 10 to14 night minimum if arriving on Dec. 23rd, 24th or 25th.
12.5% hotel tax
$1000 prepaid damage deposit
(the damage deposit is refunded 30 days after departure as long as no damage occurs during your stay)
Housekeeping
One Mid-Stay Cleaning is Included.
(Additional service upon request)