My family and I (grandfather 87, 6 adults, 2 children) just returned from a glorious week at Vida de Mar Villa on St. John.  After a very extensive search for a villa on St. John, it was clear that Vida de Mar was the place for our large family.  When we arrived, the villa exceeded everyone’s expectation.  The main house, enormous deck, pool, and hot tub are perfect places for all to gather for fun and laughter. The kitchen has a new refrigerator and the deck has a new gas grill.  The sweeping views are breathtaking and make preparing meals a treat even on vacation. 
Each bedroom is private allowing each family group ample space at the end of the day.  The outdoor showers were a favorite, especially in the rain!
The privacy of the Hibiscus Suite was perfect for grandfather, and the WiFi was just what grandfather needed to check his stocks each day while the rest of us enjoyed snorkeling, sunbathing, and turtle hunting right at our very own private beach.  We had kayaks delivered to the villa and used right at our own beach on calm days. 
Evenings were filled with beautiful stars, soft music on the outdoor speakers, and sounds of the surf from the beach below. 
The iguanas, birds, and roosters were the perfect vacation low-maintenance pets!
If you have a large group heading to St. John, look no further, this is the place for you. 
Tips: preorder groceries and have them delivered from Starfish to villa before you arrive!
Get jeeps on St. Thomas and take car ferry!
Enjoy!

Shawna Dunaway was fantastic to work with throughout the whole process of villa search, booking, and answering our 100’s of questions.  Shawna was always prompt and clear with her responses.  She was a pleasure to work with.
The entire management company was very professional and great to work with.