Ardisia is an oceanfront villa elevated above Great Cruz Bay on St. John’s western coast. The entire house is equipped with air-conditioning and WiFi for guests’ comfort.

Outside, guests can recline around the 850 sq. ft. swimming pool. A shallow lounge platform is perfect for young swimmers, and the unique lighting feature along the side of the pool is fun to watch at night. There’s a lounging deck on the villa’s lower level with chaises and a daybed, and a set of stairs leads up to the mid-level lounging deck and veranda. Guests can dine al fresco under the cabana and grill on the gas BBQ. The upper balcony has seating and is mostly accessed through the villa’s bedrooms. Plus, there’s an outdoor shower and a rocky beach with a basin of sand that guests can follow into the water. Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards are available for rent. No matter where guests are, the sunset views are sure to stun. A sound system runs throughout the exterior and interior.

Inside, the glamorous entryway is marked by two opposing staircases and a cozy sitting area. French doors open to the terrace and draw in the harbor view. The Great Room has an all-white interior with avant garde accents, a 70” flatscreen TV with Chromecast, a BluRay/DVD player, and tons of seating. A dining table and the kitchen sits behind the media area, all with the same modern design. The gourmet kitchen has stainless steel appliances, expansive countertops, and sparkling backsplash under the range hood. The dining table is made out of petrified wood and sits under a glass tendril chandelier. Windows and French doors abound throughout the Great Room so guests can take in the view and sunshine wherever they are. There’s a high chair and pack and play available for guests’ use, and an office and laundry room on the other side of the entryway.

Each of Ardisia’s five bedrooms have an ensuite bathroom, with four suites in the Main House and the fifth in a beachside cottage. A king suite sits opposite the Great Room and is equipped with direct terrace access, hillside and harbor views, and an outdoor shower. Upstairs, the three bedrooms each open to the balcony. Two bedrooms have king suites and outdoor showers, with a balcony framing two sides. The other bedroom has two twin beds with trundles that can be made up as a king, an outdoor shower, and a smaller balcony. Each of these four suites has seating and contemporary design. The fifth beach level bedroom is under the cabana and has direct access to the beach. It’s equipped with a king bed, a study, armchairs, and a tub and shower.

Great Cruz Bay is largely residential, and only a short drive from Cruz Bay, the island’s main region. Cruz Bay has restaurants, stores, and a ferry port. Ardisia villa is ideal for any family or a group of couples who want a tranquil, chic retreat on St. John.