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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Bar (on property)
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6297 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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St John, St John
  • Virgin Islands National Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Cruz Bay Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Trunk Bay
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪68 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning View

Summary:
ARC DU SOLEIL was designed for Guests to experience outdoor living on St. John and perfectly emulates the Caribbean lifestyle. The beauty of the island's natural surroundings are the most prominent feature and enduring allure. An experience which can only be found in the tropics; one that brings the outdoors in, and entices you to become more in tune with nature. This is an experience that is unique to the islands. We cordially invite you to come, relax, and enjoy the Arc.

The Space:
True Caribbean open air living featuring magnificent native stone arches, framing the picture perfect view of the Caribbean sea for dramatic sunsets and star gazing. Polished concrete floors, a large and modern gourmet kitchen, master bath offers his and her vanities, and a soaking tub for unwinding after a fun filled day.
Master bedroom with new Tempur-Pedic king bed, en-suite bath with soaking tub, and on open hanging area for clothes in the bathroom. There are two guest bedrooms with en-suite baths. One on the main floor with Tempur-Pedic king bed and one on the lower level with 2 twin beds that can be made into a King bed.

Guest Access:
BookVI will arrange for a Greeter to meet you at the villa for check-in, provide a tour, address any questions about the property, and offer insights about the island. Check in arrangements will be tailored to your party size, arrival time, and familiarity with the area.

The Neighborhood:
With spacious decks, our large salt water pool, which is more gentle on your eyes, skin, and the environment, provides a perfect vantage point to enjoy the fabulous views of Great Cruz Bay Harbor, across the Pillsbury Sound to St. Thomas, on to other islands and Cays and the endless summer sunsets!
On a clear day, you can easily see Vieques and even the mountains of Puerto Rico.

Getting Around:
BOOKVI highly recommends renting a 4-wheel drive vehicle for navigating St. John's terrain. We can provide a list of trusted local rental companies and have a few villa vehicles available.. Please inquire with the BOOKVI Team about options!

Other Things to Note:
Guests will receive a contract for signature in order to finalize your booking. Once your flight is booked, please provide your flight information to help us plan your arrival. We can assist with arranging private transportation from the airport to the villa, private taxi service, boat charters, private chefs, and spa services. Guests can expect a few emails to help with your vacation planning. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John!

Interaction with Guests:
Arc Du Soleil is managed by BookVI, an island concierge service that is readily available to help with guests needs, whether it be dinner reservations, boat charters, or rental gear for trips to the beach. There is also a property management service on-call for any maintenance needs.
During your stay at this villa, you'll be within walking distance of Great Cruz Bay. You'll find features such as a water park. A private pool and a kitchen are available in the villa.
  • Air-conditioned villa with private pool, kitchen and washing machine
  • Splash around at the water park
  • 7 minutes by car from Virgin Islands National Park and 13 minutes from Cruz Bay Beach
Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning View offers its guests a water park. Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning View also features barbecue grills and a garden.

This St. John villa is smoke free.

Property manager

Brandon Gresham

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet

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

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Arc du Soleil St John
Arc du Soleil Private vacation home
Arc du Soleil Romantic Luxury Villa
Arc du Soleil Luxury Caribbean Villa
Arc du Soleil Private vacation home St John
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Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning View Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C., Norman ok

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical view
We loved our stay at Arc du Soleil. The property was magnificent. Super clean, kitchen was well stocked for cooking and beds were very comfortable. The living room and kitchen were open air and bedrooms were air conditioned, temps were comfortable in both areas. The views were some of the best we have ever had. The team was very responsive if we needed anything. I would love to stay here again if back in St. John.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

EIleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place in St. John
This is a truly lovely place to stay. It has an amazing view an unique layout. The kitchen and living area is open to the pool area with a spectacular view. The bedrooms are all locked with a keycode making the place very secure. The bedroom and bathrooms were nice and clean with working AC and fans. We only used two of the bedrooms on the main floor. The third bedroom is accessible by walking on an outside gravel path to the unit below the main floor.The place is extremely well stocked with coolers, beach chairs, beach tents, games, towels, etc. There is some snorkel gear but for a large group you would likely need to rent more. The place also had pods for washing clothes and dishes. The kitchen has plenty of glassware, cups, utensils, bags, etc.The pool was clean and beautiful. It was perfect to cool off after a day at the beaches. Sunsets were breathtaking.It is an adventurous drive up to the location. A lot of steep hills and sharp turns! You should definitely rent a jeep if staying here. It is a nice and quiet neighborhood (if you don't count the roosters that are all over the island).Communication with the host was outstanding. They were responsive even to questions on recommended restaurants, taxi services, etc. I cannot recommend them enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing pool & sunset view
Immaculately appointed villa with everything you could want- all quality furnishings & decor- just like you would do yourself. Great Chefs kitchen, fantastic master bedroom/bath, quality white linens/towels. Several Stocked beach chairs, cooler, snorkeling gear & noodles. They thought of things I didn't consider-loved the place! Bring bug repellent during the Fall although they do have a bunch of bug zappers-. Highly recommend!! Gorgeous sunsets & the pool & bar area was amazing- Like our own resort-had several fun days enjoying the pool plus lived on ur beach day!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
This is a beautiful and unique property! The outdoor living was super cool. We love being outside and the vibe here was awesome. The mosquitoes were a slight issue but easily kept at bay with bug spray. The kitchen was very well appointed and included most condiments and spices you would need. Just a fabulous property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation
Immaculately clean, every amenity you could want. AC worked fabulously. Great communication from Host! Fabulous view! 💥💥💥💥💥
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Fantastic Stay in St John
Loved returning to the island and to Arc Du Soleil. So relaxing! A perfect balance of stunning aesthetics and comfortable living. Being able to spend all day outside is so fantastic! Thank you again for a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip
This property is as advertised and a beautiful spot on St John. Amenities are plenty and great location. The view is truly amazing. Brandon and crew were so helpful. Loved our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view and great service
Arc de Soleil was a beautiful home to stay at. The views are simply stunning and the pictures do not compare. We were close to Cruz Bay where many of the restaurants were and also near many of the beaches to visit. The host was great to work with and communicated well. If we were to return to St. John we would seriously consider coming back to this home. There were five of us and we were very comfortable with the rooms and living space. Everyone enjoyed the open space and we spent a lot of time together there. The bar was stocked which was a nice surprise. There were good appliances and kitchen supplies. The bedrooms were comfortable and the AC was nice to have there. The open concept and view was amazing for morning coffee, hanging around and dinners. We are on a tropical island so there were a lot of no see ums and mosquitos. Bring some bug spray. There were also beach chairs, coolers, beach games and snorkel equipment for our many beach days all over the island. We used them a lot and appreciated having them to enjoy. The service was excellent and they were in constant communication. We got a lot of questions answered and help with some excursions and a rental car. They made it easy which is not always the case with every VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chloe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home with Outstanding Service
Could not recommend this home any more! Everything was spotless and exactly as listed on VRBO, if not better. Well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, I could go on and on. The managing team was amazing and responded immediately to any concerns. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Five stars
Absolutely an amazing place to stay everything was above and beyond amazing views and would definitely book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgian P., Burlington, CT, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
We absolutely loved our stay at Arc du Soleil! The house was very nice and beautifully appointed. It had all of the amenities needed for cooking and going to the beach . The pool was gorgeous and the views were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We came to celebrate my wife’s birthday. The property is breathtakingly beautiful. Coffee on the open air veranda followed by a dip in the pool are how we started every morning. We ended each evening in the pool! The house is well designed and perfect for 3 couples to comfortably spread out. The location is perfect (we used the car that was offered by the property and drove all over the island (from Cruz to Coral). The house was well supplied with amenities and very responsive to a lock/key issue (our fault) and an electric breaker issue (that was fixed immediately). This is my 3rd stay on the island and I will very likely stay at this property again. It was just THE BEST!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family oasis!!
This property proved to be the perfect spot for our family to unwind, cherish the outdoors and bask in the amazing wonders of St John. Having stayed here I am not sure we could stay anywhere else on the island! Thank you!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll be back!
Our visit to St. John and our stay at Arc du Soleil could not have been more perfect. Brandon and the entire BookVI team did a fantastic job preparing the villa, meeting us at the ferry and welcoming us to the home, and assisting with any questions we had while on the island. We’ve stayed in a dozen villas on St. John, and this experience and villa are hands down the best we’ve had. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else. Thank you all for making our week unforgettable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family space
We had a lovely two week vacation at Arc du Soleil. All the people we interacted with through the process of booking, to arriving, to helping me coordinate experiences were kind, generous with their time, and helpful. We were stunned by the views and so appreciative of the opportunity to stay here while enjoying St. John and the surrounding US and British Virgin Islands. Both Brandons and Ashley were so kind. Truly one of our best trips. Thank you.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Sean D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home to create amazing memories
Our family met at this beautiful villa for an amazing week on St John. The home has everything you need from beach chairs to coolers to every possible kitchen appliance you may need. The pool is perfect and the beds are ultra comfy. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawn S., Iowa, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
The view. The Experience. The relaxation.
Perfect stay in every way. communication with the Villa "team" was almost instant before and during our stay. had an issue with water pressure and someone was there and fixed it within 15 minutes after I texted the 'team'. 5 coolers, 6 beach chairs, pool and beach toys. overstocked kitchen. huge place. I think I counted over 30 places to sit and that didn't include the steps to the pool. stop looking and just book this.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

clayton b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and amenity-filled Villa!
We loved the pool, the comfy nooks everywhere, and the cool and dark bedrooms. The kitchen was great, and we played darts and games around the bar until the wee hours, and felt total privacy. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Open-Air Concept With Spectacular Sunsets
This villa is stunning! The open-air main living area with the view of Great Cruz Bay and the private sunset viewing from the villa’s main floor overlooking the pool is something you’ll be talking about for years! The villa is less than a 15-minute drive from Cruz Bay, and has easy access to the main roads to the north shore beaches, Coral Bay, or the East End. The villa is located in a gated community, which provides a sense of security with the open-air concept. No need to worry about birds, critters, or bugs in the open-air living spaces. They don’t come into the villa (at least in February)! We ate dinner at the dining room table, made meals, and enjoyed every minute we could look out over the bay without any interference from mother nature. Even when it rained at night, we didn’t have any issues. The bedrooms, bathrooms, and laundry area are behind solid doors. There are two bedrooms on the main level and one on the lower level with an outside entrance.Anybody who stays in the lower bedroom will have to walk down the driveway or around the outside of the house to get there.Not a big deal, but be aware of this if you have people who may have trouble walking up and down a slight incline. The pool was well-kept and the outside bar was well stocked with alcohol. I recommend you check the available alcohol at the villa before you purchase anything to make drinks. You may be lucky and have free soda/pop, beer, mixer, or cider in the fridge. Remember to check the pantry or spices in the cabinets before you buy any staples. The villa had six beach chairs, which was great for the three couples we had in our group. There is a limited amount of snorkel gear, but I recommend you rent from one of the local shops (we rented from Beach Bum). If this is your first time staying in St John, the Starfish grocery store is on the way to the villa from Cruz Bay. It has a good variety of food for gluten-free or vegan eaters, and has a wide variety of alcohol. If you can’t find something at Starfish, you could try the Dolphin grocery store (on the same route to the villa). The five-star management team quickly answered questions and was easy to get in touch with via text during our stay. Everybody we met on the team was professional making the stay even more enjoyable. This property and the management team deserve a 10-star rating. Don’t miss out on staying here. Make your reservation today. You won’t be disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax yourself
This is a beautiful and comfortable villa in a great location with postcard-like views. Even the great pictures online don’t really capture how pretty it is when you are in it. We spent time every day just sitting, relaxing, and taking in the views of the water, the boats, and the nearby islands. We considered villas in both Chocolate Hole and Peter’s Bay off North Shore Road, and are so glad we chose Arc du Soleil. The mountaintop location can’t be beat. It’s 10 minutes outside of Cruz Bay, with local restaurants and the largest grocery store on St John along the drive. We rented their jeep, and while the road up from the ferry has steep spots that becomes part of the fun, and gives you the feel of actually living on the island. Once there, the house is perfect. The open-air layout is relaxing and never got too hot, especially with the fans. The villa comes stocked with everything you need, and the pool, outdoor bar, and kitchen were used daily. We took all three bedrooms (two on the main floor, and one on the lower level) and each was comfortable with a private bath and A/C. The house felt private, completely safe, and easy to get out to explore the island. If you are feeling adventurous you can drive the trail out to Lameshure Beach, if you want less adventure go to Cinnamon Beach or Maho Bay, go to the Windmill Bar, and don't miss boating/eating at Lime Out. But what really made this the perfect week was the effort by our host, Brandon. He met us at the ferry with the Jeep, drove us to the house, and gave us all the info and instructions we needed on the villa and the island. He checked in with us several times through the week and was quick to respond when we had questions. And he went above and beyond to fix the minor issues that came up with the house during the week. When we left, we were met at the ferry again to turn in the jeep, which let us get our luggage right to the dock. Five stars for the house, five stars for the host team, and five stars for the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second time to St John
We had a great week in St John and our stay here was certainly a big contributor to that! Open air living (besides bedroom and bathroom) was great. Great views and very private! We were spoiled!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

John P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic villa for a vacation on St. John
The villa was as advertised and perhaps even a bit nicer than expected. The views were amazing all day long. The pool was quite large and plenty warm, and the four of us used it every day. The villa was very well stocked with kitchen items, pool and beach items, games, towels etc. Loved the many interesting items of art on the walls. We felt safe in the gated community. Beds were comfortable. Air conditioning worked well in the bedrooms and overhead fans kept the open areas very comfortable. We experienced no issues with bugs and mosquitoes. We traveled all over the island in our rental jeep. Island roads take a bit of getting used to but aren't too difficult. We loved Trunk Bay beach and Hawksnest beach as well as others. We chartered a boat with a captain for a great day of snorkeling, sightseeing, and lunch at the Lime Out floating taco bar. One day we enjoyed lunch at Skinny Legs on the other side of the island and drinks at the Windmill Bar. One morning we hiked the Rams Head trail and the views at the end were exceptional. It was a fun hike of moderate difficulty but very hot, with little shade. We prepared several meals on our own in the villa's nice and well stocked kitchen and watched a couple movies at night on the big TV. Often, we all enjoyed sitting and gazing at the views from our deck talking, reading and relaxing into the evening. Everything was comfortable, clean, and our host (Ashley) was friendly and readily available (although other than meeting us at the grocery store and leading the way to the villa for a brief orientation, we didn't need her). There were a couple very minor issues of no consequence that we passed along as information. Transfers between St Thomas airport and Cruz Bay St. John was easy and smooth. Our villa was a great home base for a great vacation. We all highly recommend Arc Du Soleil / Estate San Souci, and we would absolutely rent this villa again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always a great week!
This is our 3rd time vacationing in USVI and 2nd time renting this house. This property is even better than the pictures indicate. The view is amazing! The only unfortunate experience is that we had cloudy nights most of the week and only saw one sunset. I can’t wait for next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Loved our stay here. The property is great and the photos are accurate. Lovely view. An abundance of beach towels, snorkel gear, coolers, and beach chairs to use as well - very convenient. Would love to return! 5 stars!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022