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Reviews of Bay Rum Breeze 4 bedroom villa 3 full baths and 1 half bath. Great views.

Bay Rum Breeze 4 bedroom villa 3 full baths and 1 half bath. Great views.
St.John

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8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Family vacation with adult kids
The layout of the house was great for our group, the views were spectacular. The kitchen was well stocked, and we appreciated being escorted to the house upon arrival. The bedroom a/c units worked really well. Cleanliness could have been better, the house is a bit tired, and really needs a deep cleaning. Rugs in bathrooms were either dirty or stained, hard to tell. The fountain on the pool is in need of paint, really detracts from the appearance of the pool area. The location was difficult, although it was great once we got there, the road up to the house was in really bad repair, and was difficult to maneuver. each day required a lot of driving to get to beaches. We did have a good time, but must admit that the condition of the house was a bit disappointing, given the pictures and the price point.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franklin F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay at Bay Rum Breeze!
Beautiful views from this property. House is in great condition, and easily held our group of six. The house is close to Coral Bay, also convenient to the north shore beaches, particularly Maho. Two things to note - 1) the final stretch of road / driveway is quite bumpy / rugged (wouldn’t recommend in low car), and 2) make sure to ask for directions as google maps sends you to an abandoned road. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation
Beautiful home with stunning views.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Randall R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views for days
Stunning views that make the rough driveway worth it. The house was very clean with all amenities with the exception of jets in the hot tub not working and not a true infinity pool. Would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular villa with amazing views
This was my husbands and my 3rd visit to STJ and Bay Rum Breeze did not disappoint. We were a party of 7 and the villa was well appointed to meet all our needs. The pool was perfect and the drive to Maho and Trunk was so close by. We started our week celebrating our 25th anniversary by renewing our vows on Trunk Bay. Spent one day on a boat exploring BVI, but was always excited to get back to the villa for pool and hot tub relaxation in the evenings. Can’t wait to go back again. This villa will be at the top of our list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ami H., Kansas City

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation in Paradise
This was our first visit to St John, our first visit to any location out of the continental 48 for that matter, so the excellent communication about our arrival to the island, meeting JP at the car ferry dock to follow him to the house and show us what we needed to know was above and beyond what we expected. This high level of customer service set the tone for the week and we were more than impressed before we even began our stay. We absolutely loved the property, the view, the quiet location on the island and how easy it was to get to the beaches, ruins and restaurants. The kids (ages 16 & 12) loved their rooms, views, the pool, hot tub, snorkeling at the beaches and playing "St Johnopoly" (from the game cabinet) as well. We all had such a great vacation on a paradise island. We had such an incredible time that we have already talked about making plans to return. Thank you for such a great experience!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family trip success
We had a wonderful time. Property was just as listed. Thank you for sharing your home. We love St. John and the property was perfect to suit our family needs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay! Beautiful views, nice breeze, everything you could want.
Well represented in pictures. Spacious. Love the pool and hot tub
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Bay Rum Breeze Villa!
Wonderful Villa & location with incredible views! Pool, hot tub & patio area amazing! Washer & dryer, beach chairs & cooler a definite bonus. We left our pool floats, some sunscreen & 2 snorkel sets to pass along for others. Excellent response & communication with property manager & JP. Only complaint is the floors could use a good scrubbing & per our friends feedback, the room with twin beds were sagging & uncomfortable. Otherwise everything was a 5 ⭐️!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

amy m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular views
Loved the views so amazing! The house had everything we needed (cooler and beach chairs/towels were great to have!) and we all really enjoyed ourselves. Property manager was very responsive. We loved it! The road is bumpy and steep to get to it so make sure you have a good 4x4 and you will be fine. Frog symphony and hot tub at night were such added bonuses- and the stargazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damion H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and comfortable stay
We recently had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful home with spectacular views. The house exceeded our expectations, with tastefully decorated rooms that were spacious and filled with all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. The covered deck and pool areas provided sweeping views of the Bay and was a nice gathering point for our small group. The location of the house was a bit remote, but we still had easy access to local shops and restaurants. I would highly recommend this home to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable vacation stay. The views alone are worth the price, and the house itself is top-notch. I would definitely stay there again and look forward to the opportunity to do so.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect
No complaints whatsoever. This place was stunning and even better than the listing shows. The only problem we encountered was not the fault of the property but a power outage in the area that happened the night before check-out. This place was absolutely fantastic though!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rum Bay Breeze - AMAZING!!
The only thing better than this house are the views that are available from everywhere. Sunsets, sunrises, moon rises and the "frog symphony" every evening are the best ever. Property is just as described, the amenities are great, pol is very refreshing and the hot tub is a must have for the rainy days we encountered with Tropical Storm Earl. Location is great as it is in between Cruz Bay and Coral Bay. The North shore beaches are also easily accessed. Loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful and looked just as we had hoped! We really enjoyed all the outdoor space.
So easy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheena M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We could not have been more impressed with the rental and the service provided. We were met at the dock to travel to the house. We were provided recommendations and questions were answered quickly. We were given a welcome treat basket which was so thoughtful! The house was perfect! Truly peaceful and accommodating for all needs and ages. We loved the covered porch and sat for hours. Well stocked closest for beach needs and easy access to the beaches. We have already shared the location with many families!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eileen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful for our party of 7!
We had an amazing stay at Bay Rum Breeze! It was conveniently situated within easy distance of so many of our favorite spots - Hansen, Lameshur, Maho and Coral Bay. The views from the villa are spectacular (photos don’t do them justice). The outside space was especially nice - the covered patio, the pool & pool deck, the hot tub deck and of course the roof deck! It was very nice to have A/C in all the bedrooms though it was rarely needed - the breeze was really blowing during our stay! JP was incredibly helpful and responsive, especially considering our travels to the island were delayed and he had to wait for us well into the evening of our arrival. We really appreciated him letting us put groceries in his vehicle after meeting us at the grocery store for our post-ferry provisioning on the way to the villa. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
This house is amazing. Located on the top of the island, you can see down to Coral Bay from the pool/patio area and then if you walk to the front you see off to the north and the British VI. The pool is so pretty and the hot tub was very nice. Outdoor grill was great. Kitchen had everything and the washer/dryer helped a lot with all the swimming and beachgoing we did. They had backpack beach chairs and some coolers to use and even a set or two of snorkeling equipment. Beds were nice, air conditioning worked great.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dori F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Views Cant Be Beat!
Such an amazing villa. Both from the pool area...but also the view from the driveway facing North is amazing. We ate in every night so we could take advantage of the views. The villa is well appointed. Everything you need in the kitchen and bedrooms. Beds were super comfortable. The villa is stocked with beach chairs, an umbrella, cooler, beach towels. Very convenient. 4 wheel drive is a MUST. The road leading up to the villa is in very bad repair and steep in some spots. The outdoor living space is such a bonus. We were surprised on how cool it could get up there at night, we stayed in February. Make sure to pack a long sleeve shirt. The pool was gorgeous, but alas, with it being so cool no one wanted get in. A disappointment was the hot tub was broken and they had to replace the whole thing. This was a bummer, but it didn't stop us from having an amazing trip. Over all the place was amazing. I would dare to say...the best place on the island. We cant wait to come back! So sad to have to leave!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Christmas Getaway
We stayed at Bay Rum Breeze with our family over Christmas and it did not disappoint! The sunrises were gorgeous and the house was perfectly suited for our group of 7 to hang out, enjoy the pool/hot-tub and use as a home base for the week. The house is centrally located with easy driving to all the best beaches! Moving seven people on the island isn't always easy, and we prepared many meals in the spacious kitchen and were comfortable at the large table. Beth, the property manager we worked with was extremely responsive when we had a few questions! I HIGHLY recommend staying here - you won't regret it.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathi C., Sarasota Florida

Short family getaway
Enjoyed being on the East side of St. John. The views were beautiful and the kitchen had everything we needed. Bed were comfortable as well. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brendan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
We will plan to come back over and over.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great get away
This house is amazing. The views are outstanding and communication with the host is top notch. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy T., Harvest

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
My husband and I booked the Bay Rum Breeze for our 25th anniversary trip. This was our 5th trip to St John and once again it was wonderful. We enjoyed our stay at Bay Rum Breeze. They had everything we needed. JP was easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent House to Rent for the Week
There was eight of us who shared this beautiful property.We made such long lasting memories for the week on the Island of St .John.You couldn't ask for a better property to rent.Close to the best beaches on the island.The view from Rum Bay Breeze is spectacular!The house is perfect in every way.We will miss Rum Bay Breeze and the island of St John. Our property manager was fantastic. He helped us throughout our entire trip.He was always available if we needed him.You will not regret renting this home.It was totally outstanding!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness
25th wedding anniversary
Wonderful house. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing homebase for our group
We had an amazing stay at Bay Rum Breeze. The view of Coral Bay and nearby islands is incredible and house was spacious and comfortable for our group of 8. We enjoyed the amazing views, outdoor showers, large kitchen/family area, and terraces. We unwinded in the hot tub nearly every evening. The hosts were extremely helpful - guided us to the place on day 1 and stopped by a few times when we had minor issues (circuit breaker problem with the outlet for hottub, broken chair) to ensure everything was up and running. The location is really convenient - 25 min from Cruz Bay, 8 min from Maho Bay and Coral Bay, and somewhere in between for most other parts of the island. There are also two nice hiking trails nearby which we ran to from the house (wouldn’t recommend given the roads nearby are winding and steep) - one is a mile hike to Maho and the other brings you 2.5 miles to the south shore beaches. Would definitely want to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bay Rum Breeze Villawesome!
Excellent location. Short drive to Maho Bay. Family enjoyed very much!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Loved loved loved this house! We enjoyed the amazing views, particularly at sunrise! The pool and hot tub were great, especially for our children. We felt like the house was in a great location as well. Short drive to great beaches! Had a fabulous time relaxing and exploring the island. We will definitely plan a return trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

David G., Cooper City, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
“Vacation of your dreams” home!!
We couldn’t have had a more wonderful first-time vacation on St John. The total experience was amazing and can’t wait to return! As we wrote in the guest book: Perfect view/setting + perfect house = perfect vacation!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

ron s.

Liked: Cleanliness
My new "home" on St John
Stayed in late June 2020 for one week. I have stayed at several properties across both STJ and the BVI's, and Bay Rum Breeze villa is my new favorite. Immediately on walking in, we new that this villa was ideally designed for island living. The covered deck served as our main base for our stay, with very high end and comfortable seating and dining furniture. One thing I haven't seen mentioned much in other reviews is the roof top deck. Wow, the views up there are phenomenal!! Many thanks to the property manager for his punctual responses on a couple of needs that we had, and his professionalism was outstanding. We love this villa, and in fact have already booked a return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Place - Bay Rum Breeze!
Yet again, a great and relaxing stay at Bay Rum Breeze, our Happy Place! Ellen is a friendly and helpful owner and BRB is a 5-star property - location, the view(!), layout, amenities, pool, hot tub, TV, stereo, DVDs, everything you want. Our third year in a row of a fantastic week, and we are already looking forward to next year!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on May 15, 2020
We are so glad your family enjoyed their 3rd year in a row vacation at Bay Rum Breeze. The combination of proximity to North shore beaches, the pool right off the deck, and plenty of space makes Bay Rum Breeze a perfect family getaway.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Amazing time - can't beat the view!
We spent a week at BRB with our family of three girls (19, 18 and 15) before two of them head off to college. It was one of the most relaxing and enjoyable vacations we've ever had together. THE VILLA: The house was amazing. The views were spectacular and are even better than the pictures. Because we were up so high, it stayed relatively cool in the August heat - the direction the house faces also helps with afternoon shade and the morning sun was beautiful. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and we used the grill outside by the pool a couple of times which was very convenient. The beds were comfortable and we loved the outdoor showers! The road up to the house was not for the faint of heart but manageable and entertaining. One day an afternoon storm blew through - thunder and lightening for several hours which is so unusual the locals were talking about it all week. It truly was an amazing afternoon playing cards, games and reading books. Very cool watching the storm come in over the BVIs and up the mountain. Well... until the power went out...but even then we drove down to Skinny Legs for dinner and to pick up some water and power was restored by the time we were back. Weather the rest of the week was perfect. Plenty of fun movies to watch and the sound system was excellent. The roof deck and hot tub were both fantastic as well. Bottom line, we felt at home! THE LOCATION: We've stayed on St. John before closer to Cruz Bay so we hadn't experienced Coral Bay before. Even though some of the restaurants were closed, we loved exploring this side of the island. I forced them all to go to Miss Lucy's and it was one of their favorite meals. The Grouper Reuben was the easy winner. Indigo Grill was also delicious! We were so much closer to the beaches - Maho Bay is only 5 minutes away. We saw donkey, goats and cows every day. And the couple of nights that we went into Cruz Bay, the drive home was fine. Grocery stores seemed to be less expensive as well - the one by Aqua Bistro was more than adequate. We all agreed at the end of the vacation that we would definitely rent BRB again if we're heading to St. John - trust me that you will not be disappointed. Destination St. John and Ellen were both great to work with and it was apparent that they wanted to make sure you had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Bay Rum Breeze = Bay Rum PERFECT!
3rd time staying at BRB. Views are tremendous. Close to Maho and Francis Beaches (our favorites). And Coral Bay is a mere 8 minute drive down the hill, away from the maddening crowd of Cruz Bay. The house works well for a romantic stay for a couple, or can comfortably host three couples (each with private bathrooms). When small issues arose (as they inevitably might), the management company was responsive and uber-polite. All in all, a tremendous experience, and a good value.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on May 15, 2020
We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you'll come again for a 4th time!

10/10 Excellent

Myra S.

20th Anniversary in Paradise
Bay Rum Breeze was an exceptional choice to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. The view is more spectacular than the pictures. The location of the house is near the highest point of the island and is convenient to Coral Bay and the north shore beaches. It is only 6 miles from Cruz Bay, but took about 20 minutes due to the winding roads. BRB provided the perfect balance of a feeling of total seclusion, with the security of having other houses nearby. We never dreamed that we would use a hot tub in June, but the elevation and constant wind provided for cool nights after sunny beach days. The coolness of the elevation and wind did limit our use of the pool at the house on overcast days, but the view more than made up for this drawback. It was only the two of us on this trip, but the house seems perfect for up to 3 couples as all three bedrooms have exceptional views. One bedroom is detached and would not be great for small children, but two bedrooms are in the main house. The rooftop deck is exceptional both day and night. The kitchen was well stocked and had everything we needed. The outdoor shower was amazing and we could not imagine a better view. All in all, BRB was perfect and hopefully we will be able to go back soon.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Bay Rum Breeze Dream Vacation
With a daughter graduating high school, we decided it was time for a big trip. After searching for a couple of months, I found Bay Rum Breeze and could not have been more pleased. We planned this trip for year, with high expectations that were truly met. July 2015, Our family of 5 which included my husband, our 18 year old and 15 year old daughters, 17 year old son, and mysel. The house was perfect for us. Usually the pictures on websites are a little better than the actual house, but this was NOT the case. As wonderful as the pictures are, it is still so much better in person. The views are spectacular and the breeze was always cooling. We were never hot sitting outside enjoying the view with a cocktail in hand. The bedrooms were roomy and comfortable, each with a very nice full bath. The outdoor showers were to die for!!!! The kitchen had everything you needed to cook meals, however we wanted to try so many different restaurants, we ate most dinners out. There were coolers and plenty of beach/pool supplies. The pool and hot tub were a nice way to end our evenings. Ellen was wonderful to work with and offered many suggestions. She was quick to answer if we had questions. The house also had fun games and movies for family time fun. We felt safe and loved the Coral Bay side of the island. It was much quieter and easy to navigate. Restaurants we enjoyed were the Aqua Bistro, Skinny Legs had incredible burgers for a great price, Indigo grill, The Lime Inn, and Vie's Snack Shack - WOW! Drinks were fun in Cruz Bay at the Beach Bar, High Tide, and of course Woody's. Brunch at Miss Lucy's on Sunday is a must. We also did a catamaran day snorkel trip with Calypso, which was a lot of fun. It had good food, great drinks, and excellent service. We rented a cute jeep from Aqua Blue Rentals, and they were great to us, even when we went swimming with the car keys in our pocket - OOPS! Majo Beach was our favorite and it was a quick drive from BRB. We saw sea turtles every day. I was not crazy over Trunk Bay. It was extremely touristy and the locals that worked at the concession stand were rude and not friendly. Every other place had very friendly and helpful people. I can't say enough about our trip and how wonderful everything was. I could go on and on! We are so sad that our trip has come and gone, but we talk constantly of the lovely Bay Rum Breeze and our Dream week. Thank you so much for everything, Ellen!