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Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Cruz Bay, St John
  • Chocolate Hole Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Chocolate Hole
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Great Cruz Bay
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪70 min drive‬

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About the area

St. John

This villa puts you in the heart of St. John, within a 20-minute stroll of Chocolate Hole and Hart Bay. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
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What's nearby

  • Great Cruz Bay - 2 min drive
  • Cruz Bay Beach - 8 min drive
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 17 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cruz Bay Landing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beach Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Lovango Rum Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Windmill Bar - ‬9 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.

Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay

Nancy’s Folly is located above Rendezvous Bay on the southern shore of St John known for its gentle, continuous breezes. Take in sweeping views of numerous turquoise bays spanning Ram’s Head point on your left to St Croix with its sparkling lights directly in the distance to your right. Situated in a quiet, exclusive neighborhood only 5 minutes to downtown Cruz Bay (2.25 miles), it is lush with bougainvillea and orchids. Nancy’s Folly is the perfect place to relax while enjoying the soothing sounds of the local coqui and lapping waves below.

This beautiful home has two bedrooms (one king and one queen), each with A/C, and two baths. The King Bedroom has sliding doors overlooking the bay and an ensuite bathroom featuring a large stone shower. The Queen Bedroom has a comfortable four poster bed and a large shower in the adjoining full bathroom.

The newly updated breezeway to the entry has only four steps to the pavers surrounded by glorious orchids and an organic herb garden .

The floor plan of Nancy’s Folly is all on one level, so it’s great for all ages! The Great Room and King Bedroom have smart TVs with Firesticks already loaded with Netflix, Amazon Prime and Peacock/NBC Sports and News, Pandora Music and more. There is free WiFi, indoor and outdoor dining areas, new washer & dryer, hair dryers, beach towels, beach chairs, courtesy snorkel equipment, various coolers and more.

Spacious 18’ deck with outdoor teak dining table and lounge chairs. Great for relaxing after a day of beach exploration. There is a fully stocked kitchen with a gas oven, microwave, convection toaster oven and Drip/Keurig Coffee Maker. The Weber Propane grill on the garden side makes it easy to enjoy the views while dining in-house while the dishwasher makes clean up a breeze. An onsite generator lets you rest assured that there will be electricity at all times.

Very private home with quiet onsite manager residing below.

Summer rate April 17- Dec 21;
*excludes Thanksgiving Week*
$2400 plus taxes and fees
$343/night

Christmas-New Years weeks Dec 21 to Jan 3:
$500 per day plus taxes and fees
*(requires 10 day minimum stay)*

Winter rate Jan 4-April 16 and Nov 19-Nov 28:
$2800 plus taxes and fees
$400/night

Property manager

Elise Dupont

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Garden
  • Grey water recycling system
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: 3rd Child may be considered for add’l nightly fee.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses a grey water recycling system.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay?

Yep, Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay is a short 17-minute walk from Chocolate Hole Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and parasailing. You can also find water sports equipment and motor boats.

Does Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay have a pool?

No, this villa doesn't have a pool.

Is Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ, babysitting service and travel cots, it's no surprise that Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay?

No, Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay?

No, pets are not allowed.

Nancy's Folly Villa - Fabulous Home - overlooking dazzling Rendezvous Bay Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness
St John vacation
The house was more than we expected. Beautifully decorated. Fresh flowers in vases . Local and historical art work . Everything you needed for beach, snorkel gear, float toys, coolers, beach chairs. Did I mention the view? spectacular.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity in St. John's
My husband, sister-in-law and brother-in-law stayed here for a week in this lovely well equipped rental with a fabulous view overlooking Rendezvous Bay. From the start, Elise was most helpful. We loved every minute here!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
More than an excellent value
We are a family of three adults and the house more than met our needs. It is well furnished and comfortable with a gorgeous view. It is situated a few minutes drive to Cruz Bay and grocery stores but far enough away to be peaceful. Communicating with Elise, the property manager, was easy and she was incredibly helpful. We would definitely stay there again having been to St. John five times now.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P., South Lyon, MI, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Love-Love-Love this Location!
Nancy's Folly is the perfect location -- mid-height on hill, south side so not too windy and a mere 8-minute drive into Cruz Bay and its restaurants and shops. The driveway into Nancy's Folly is steep but fully paved and otherwise a dream compared to others on the island I've experienced. But the #1 feature that lured me in to Nancy's Folly: The Porch! With the hot Caribbean sun, shade coverage is important, and the long, covered porch -- complete with outside dining for 4, loungers and conversational "hang out" seating -- is absolute perfection. I spent a lot of time enjoying the porch and its beautiful views, including watching the cute little yellow Bananaquit birds that flew up to dine at the bird feeder. The A/C in the bedrooms worked well and with the ceiling fans made sleeping wonderful. However, the un-air-conditioned main living space could get really warm when the breeze was soft. Elise, the property manager, was responsive to unanticipated issues and made amazingly speedy efforts to correct. Thank you Nancy's Folly and Elise for a very enjoyable week!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey P., Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Couples
This place is perfect if you want to just get away with your partner or a small group. Plenty of room, close enough to town, real peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dustin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week at Nancy's folly in st john
Place was absolutely perfect for me and my family , couldnt have asked for anything more , location was great not far at all from town or beaches but still quiet the view is amazing Elise was amazing verry helpful ,happy host. When we come back we wont be looking for another place thats for sure .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridgett G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
The property was gorgeous. Elise was responsive and helpful. We had an excellent time even with power outages. Elise responded promptly to the outage and ran the generator for us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spotless and great location
The villa was extremely clean and well maintained. It was actually nicer than the pictures indicate. Great view. Close to Cruz Bay. The contact person who lives downstairs was helpful, informative, and accommodating (and we barely knew she was there). We definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful in every way
Incredible view, well stocked with all you will need, and very gracious host. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
Beautiful home! Enjoyed our stay so much. The views from the deck and Master are beautiful. The home is very clean and well cared for. Neighborhood so peaceful and quiet. If we are lucky, we will get to visit again! Host is very responsive to questions and answered all my questions with speedy replies! Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous
Beautiful home and views with expansive deck for sunrise and morning coffee, and late afternoon cocktails after long day exploring the island and beaches. The villa has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Property manager was helpful with anything you needed. We had dinner a few nights at the villa and had everything we needed and more. Loved our stay and definitely will be back! Nancy & Mike
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

michael t., Massachusetts, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Rendezvous Bay Overlook
Beautiful view of Rendezvous Bay. Easy access to Cruz Bay restaurants and shopping. Provided everything you could need with Property manager living below for additional requests or questions. Great relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place on St John’s
Everything was fantastic on the trip. The location, views, accommodations, especially the nice large kitchen, the long deck and great furniture for lounging and playing cards. Our host was super friendly and informative. Planning to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful gem of a get away!
This was a beautiful home with everything you could possibly need right at your fingertips! It was sparkling clean and comfortable. Views off the balcony were stunning and the neighborhood was charming and quiet - tucked away from the main areas, but close enough to access the whole island! A beautiful gem of a get away for our family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iuliana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
We had a wonderful stay at Nancy's Folly Villa. Elise coordinated with us to wait for us at the jeep rental place and show us to the rental. She also gave us tips for restaurants and things to do. The location was wonderful, short drive to Cruz Bay, great views. The kitchen was well stocked to cook a few dinners. They had all the beach things we could want: chairs, coolers, flippers, even snorkels. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A stunning open layout with a deck you will never want to leave! Elise, the on-site property manager is a gem - knows everything about the island and very helpful, while maintaining your privacy

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures don’t do this place justice
This property is absolutely incredible! It’s even nicer in person than it appears in photos. The AC units in the bedrooms work incredibly well and make it very comfortable to sleep at night. The main area can get pretty warm, even with the breeze rolling through, but we were fine with it because we spent most of our time in the villa out on that beautiful patio admiring the view. It’s a steep climb to the villa, but that should be expected in St John. Would absolutely recommend this villa and I can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views of Rendezvous Bay
Had a wonderful stay in this beautiful home that overlooks Rendezvous Bay with my wife for our baby moon. Elise met us at the ferry and showed us to the house. Afterward we chatted for a bit and she gave us some tips on which beaches to go to and what restaurants to eat at. She was incredibly helpful! The house itself had a great porch with a pristine view of the bay. Was quiet at night and a great place to spend the evening winding down. The house had all of the amenities and supplies that we would have needed and everything worked well. We’ll absolutely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Views - Everything You Need
My girlfriend and I had a wonderful stay (5 days in May). The house is clean, spacious, has everything you need…reasonable wi-fi, good kitchen, lots of beach essentials (snorkels, towels, chairs, coolers, etc.), and had a truly breath-taking view. Rent a Jeep or a Bronco - roads on the island are laughably hilly / twisty and getting here was no exception. We didn’t spend much time in the house (we were there for the beaches!) but it was a wonderful home base. The balcony was an ideal location for morning coffee or a sunset cocktail. Would gladly stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Find in Rendezvous Bay
Nancy’s Folly was a terrific spot for our family of 4. House was equipped with everything we needed and more for our spring break. Very clean and Elise the property manager was a pleasure to deal with. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect condo for St John
This is a perfect condo for a family of 4 on St John. Well stocked kitchen and perfect balcony. Great communication with Elise (the property manager) and she made sure we had everything we needed for the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
Everything about this house is wonderful. The view is amazing and you never get tired of it. I loved the stone shower with the window in it so you could look out on the water while showering. Good location. Close to Cruz Bay downtown. Very clean and spacious. Elise is very helpful and totally nonintrusive. Not a bug in sight. The drive to the house is crazy with the hairpin turns and hills but you get used to it. There is no where safe to walk so you must drive to everything. No place for a morning walk unless you want to walk up and down steep driveway. Great comfortable bed. Plenty of towels and everything you need for the beach including snorkel stuff and noodles and float etc. Food in the grocery store is very expensive. We found it was best to just buy food for breakfast and sandwiches for lunch and then eat out for dinner. This was true for only the two of us. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheri T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views are amazing!
Beautiful property overlooking the turquoise waters of Rendezvous Bay. The property is also clean, cozy, and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view, great location
My family and I enjoyed this property. The view of Rendezvous Bay was fantastic. We enjoyed being close to The amenities of Cruz Bay and far enough away to have plenty of peace and a view of nature’s wonders. The house was clean and very functional. The hostess, Elise, was extremely accommodating and professional.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply stunning!
Nancy’s Folly is a simply beautiful home and it exceeded our expectations in every way! The views of Rendezvous Bay are spectacular! This home is immaculately clean, spacious, well furnished and well appointed. There is no question that a lot of thought, time and care went into making this home special. The open floor plan, cathedral ceilings and walk-in stone shower with views of the bay are just part of what make this home amazing! Our favorite feature was the patio that runs the entire length of the bay side of the home. It has three large sliding glass doors accessing the master bedroom,and the living room and the dining areas. These doors allow a wonderful breeze to continuously blow into the house. (We did not use the A/C during our visit in August at all.) We enjoyed the patio for breakfast in the morning, drinks in the evening and looking at the stars over the bay at night. It was hard to leave this lovely home and explore the island every day! So many extras were also provided that made our stay even more enjoyable, for example, there is a good size cooler along with ice packs, beach towels, beach chairs and even a beach umbrella! The kitchen is fully equipped and everything is spotless! We also liked the location of the home. It is located in a quiet residential area not too far outside of Cruz Bay. This is important because driving in St. John can be a challenge. The roads are narrow, twisting and STEEP! We live in a very mountainous area, so we were surprised by the sometimes perilous roads on St. John! The speed limit on the island is between 10 - 20 miles per hour and trust us, you won't want to go much faster! Being near town is really imperative if you plan to spend time in Cruz Bay, where most of the restaurants and shopping is located. There are many statues of Moko Jumbies tastefully placed inside Nancy’s Folly. Moko Jumbies are stilt walkers that are important figures in Caribbean celebrations. They are considered healing spirits. Nancy’s Folly was the perfect place for us to unwind, relax and “heal” from our busy lives. This home just has good vibes! We would definitely stay in Nancy’s Folly again and would highly recommend this beautiful home to anyone visiting St. John!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021