Title: Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! Family-friendly villa with private pool, near Magens Bay Beach ## Photo gallery for Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! ![Property grounds - Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! (St. Thomas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25800000/25795400/25795335/64a07a6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! (St. Thomas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25800000/25795400/25795335/708705da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sun loungers, beach towels - Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! (St. Thomas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25800000/25795400/25795335/f1cf6ca7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! (St. Thomas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25800000/25795400/25795335/2d6d93ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! (St. Thomas)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25800000/25795400/25795335/b609c35f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the ultimate Caribbean getaway at Villa Joie De Vivre, with its expansive down island views and beautiful ocean hues. Relax on the grand lanai or by the pool, enjoying refreshing breezes and sounds of waves washing up against Peterborg peninsula. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 84566 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! Built in 2014\. Free Wifi thru-out villa, private pool, pool deck, grand lanai and verandas. Beautiful new built-in BBQ unit and countertops. When jyou arrive at Villa Joie De Vivre, you will experience a real “joy of living” that rejuvenates your senses and well-being. Drink it all in - the expansive down island views, deep blue Atlantic Ocean hues, the sound of waves washing up against our Peterborg peninsula, or breathing in the sweet, soft and virgin ocean air - you will truly feel at home. A typical morning will find you sipping coffee out on the grand lanai in shade and cool comfort with summer sun heat only a few feet away. You will smile and relax a lot as you view sensational island and ocean vistas of unique panoramic beauty. You may pleasantly observe the total absence of passing cars or traffic noise while relaxing to sounds of lazy ocean movements, fresh breezes and the brown pelicans, native parrots, morning doves, hummingbirds and other sea birds that frequently fly close by your treasured perch. Later, you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool and sunbathe on a lounge chair on the large pool deck. Please enjoy our video to see and feel the excitement and serenity of your next Caribbean vacation (To view video select 24th/last photo near top of listing, then click right arrow halfway up 24th photo to view 25th photo/video). Villa Joie de Vivre is framed by the Atlantic Ocean, exquisite and lush tropical plants, tree and fauna, and ancient bolder formations that make this beautiful and serene environment a must for you to experience. If you enjoy the full array of colors and mother nature, you are in tropical heaven with native Chinese Fan palms, flamenco and tropical plants, and extensive landscaping with Coconut and Sylvestrius palm trees, hundreds of bougainvillea plants in five different colors, vibrant allamanda, plumeria, ixora flowers, and a spectacular flowering Flamboyant tree. The villa has a total of four large, air-conditioned rooms, each with a ceiling fan. Three bedrooms have an en suite bathroom, king-size bed and ceiling fan. The fourth bedroom has a ceiling fan with two extra-long twin beds that seamlessly convert to a king. Spectacular island and ocean views abound in each room. The villa also is equipped with a big generator and automatic switchover. The Great Room has a gorgeous down island view framed by wall-to-wall sliding/screened doors, AC and opens to a wraparound veranda, 9-foot wide above the ocean and 14-foot wide veranda above the pool, both connected to 15'x15' grand lanai. Cypress tongue-in-groove ceiling with large white wood beams frame the vaulted ceiling. Expansive kitchen adjoins the Great Room with travertine countertops and custom built Cherry wood cabinets. Built-in appliances in kitchen are all top of the line GE products which include a wine refrigerator, double ovens and trash compactor, and a 4-burner gas stove top. Enjoy the unique large outdoor living space of Joie De Vivre with spacious decks for dining or poolside, and verandas and a grand lanai that are shaded and afford postcard views of ocean and islands. You are just a one-mile drive from famous Magen’s Bay, where snorkeling, swimming and sunbathing in one of the world’s most beautiful beaches are enjoyed year round. Several restaurants, Mahogany Run Golf Course or a zip line run are only five minutes by car, downtown Charlotte Amalie is a ten minute drive, and the ferry to St. John less than 20 minutes. Master Bedroom (King – Master 16’ X 15’): Located on the same level as the great room and main living area, the Master bedroom has a Pecan King bedroom suite with a large oriental rug, Ceiling fan with light, arched ceiling with cypress wood tongue and groove and large wood beams, in-beam lighting, two large clothing/shoe closets with mid and upper shelve storage (dimensions separate from room measure 5.5’ X 2.5’), and double glass door and windows that provide stunning down island views of Hans Lollik, Tobagos, Joste Van Dyke, Tortola, St. John and several smaller USVI and BVI cays and islands. AC Air-conditioning. Land-line telephone, internet - broadband hookup/Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. Bathroom (15.5’ X 7’): Adjoins Master BR, with dual vanity sinks separated by 2 feet, walls decorated with paintings and full window. Large walk-in shower with travertine tile. Large linen closet with full sets of linens, bath and beach towels. Bedroom 2 ‘Azure’ (King 16’ X 15’): Same level as the pool and one level below main living area. Carbon copy of Master BR with matching dresser/mirrors and nightstands/lamps. Striking down island views of Hans Lollik, Tobagos, Joste Van Dyke and Tortola through sliding doors and several full windows. Ceiling fan with light, cypress wood tongue and groove ceiling with large wood beams, in-beam lighting, two large clothing/shoe closets with mid and upper shelve storage (dimensions separate from room measure 5.5’ X 2.5’). Air-conditioning. Staircase access. Land-line telephone, internet - broadband hookup/Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. Bathroom (15.5’ X 7’): Adjoins ‘Azure’ BR, with dual vanity sinks separated by 2 feet, walls decorated with paintings. Large walk-in shower with travertine tile. Large linen closet with full sets of linens, bath and beach towels. Bedroom 3 ‘Sage’ (King 4’ X 7’ entrance w/ 2 large closets; 18.5’ X 15’ main room): Same level as the pool and one level below main living area. Large Poster Bed frame with matching dresser, nightstands & lamps. French doors and wall-to-wall windows provide magnificent down island views of Hans Lollik, Tobagos, Joste Van Dyke, Tortola, St. John and several smaller USVI and BVI cays and islands. Staircase access and AC. Beautiful paintings, wall decorations. Small mahogany Secretary desk. Ceiling fan with recessed ceiling lighting in cypress tongue and groove wood ceiling. Air-conditioning. Private balcony between Bedrooms 3 and 4, with expansive down island views and access from both rooms. Two full closets. Linens in laundry room just outside bedroom door. Land line telephone, internet - broadband hookup/Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. Bathroom: Large single vanity sink and walk in shower. Dimensions 9’ X 10.5’ (includes shower dimensions of 6.5’ X 4.5’). One vanity sink, walls decorated with paintings. Beautiful Walk-in Shower. Three large screened windows. Adjoining Glass/Screen Door opens to a covered patio (dimensions 9’ X 12’) with chairs and table for morning coffee and evening cocktails. Bedroom 4 ‘Coral’ (2 Twins that convert to a King) (Dimensions 15’ X 15’): Bamboo headboard with matching nightstand and Armoire. Same level and pool is on the other side of house wall. Access to pool and outside stairs to veranda and main level is through one door and covered patio through other door. Land-line telephone, internet - broadband hookup/Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. Small chest of drawers, corner desk and lamp. Recessed ceiling lighting in cypress tongue and groove wood ceiling. Ceiling fan and AC. Framed art and Caribbean artifacts adorn walls. Large bamboo bookcase. Large windows dominate two walls to provide magnificent down island views of the pool/deck, and numerous USVI and BVI cays and islands, including Hans Lollik, Tobagos, Joste Van Dyke, Tortola and St. John. No bathroom. Guests would use either the "Sage" bedroom bathroom or the main level powder room. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limo/town car service - Car available - Car required - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Fan ### 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. - 5 accessible parking spaces - No elevator - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: $500 deposit will be forfeited ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 4,566 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69550000/69543300/69543259/c1a5eb3b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A Hidden Gem that TAKES YOUR BREATH AWAY! charlottle amalie - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=69543259&PinnedHotelID=69543259&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18974100/18974090/19ee635a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Location, Location, Location! 2BR/2BA, Spectacular Ocean and Pool Views St Thomas - Ocean view - Pool - Kitchen - Washer 8.8 Excellent 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13&selected=18974090&PinnedHotelID=18974090&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48890000/48884400/48884317/395023f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amazing views, relax far away from snow. 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Pool edging and deck is travertine tile and can be slippery when wet. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Child waiver needs to be signed ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted $500 deposit will be forfeited ## 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 Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Make Your Vacation Dream Come True Villa Joie Vivre Make Your Vacation Dream Come True Joie Vivre St. Thomas Make Your Vacation Dream Come True Joie Vivre Make Your Vacation Dream Come ## About the area Located in St. Thomas, this villa is by the ocean. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Coki Point Beach. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Peterborg travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborg.dx6051405) [View more Villas in Peterborg](https://www.expedia.ca/Peterborg-Villas.d6051405-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C18.36953%2C-64.92129&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=q1MNVZDYFGam9kBWuPZa1-VNGkw=) St. Thomas ### What's nearby - ![The water was so clear here, my youngest kept calling it a swimming pool! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976196546/0772f4c1-7846-48aa-ab65-da07729f53ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magens Bay 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - ![Magens Bay featuring a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068141/1b88c66c-d144-42ed-a791-5b8ed88d361a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Magens Bay Beach 2 min drive \- 1.6 km - ![Sapphire Beach which includes a sandy beach and tropical scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6068151/b8253a08-7234-4ab9-8c70-7ffa4ae3b3f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sapphire Beach 16 min drive \- 10.1 km - Little Magens 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Magens Bay Park 2 min drive \- 1.2 km ### Getting around - St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) 8 min drive ### Restaurants - Magen's Bay Beach Bar & Cafe 4 min drive - Virgilio's 8 min drive - Sib's on the Mountain 8 min drive - Ideal Restaurant 8 min drive - Pizza Hut 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! have a pool? ### Is Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre!? ### What time is check-out at Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre!? ### Where is Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Make Your Vacation a Dream Come True at Villa Joie de Vivre! Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 98 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy M. May 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location Location Location What an absolutely beautiful place. Perfect for larger families and the views are to die for. Everything is close and convenient to get to. ##### Amy M. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nathan Jul 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a wonderful place to stay on St. Thomas. Ideal location for families. ##### Nathan Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimberly S. Jul 11, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday trip The views from this property are amazing! ##### Kimberly S. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### courtney p. Jun 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Island life at it's best! We had a wonderful stay that far exceeded our expectations. Katherine was an incredible host! The house and location allowed us to have the perfect family vacation and the views were amazing! The house was well-furnished and had everything we needed! We had the perfect vacation! ##### courtney p. Stayed 8 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brian G. Jul 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### World class view! Our family absolutely loved this property! The views are nothing like we have ever seen before. Waking up every morning to the sunrise over the water was amazing. The property was spacious, clean, and had everything we needed. Katherine was extremely communicative and helpful and made the entire process easy. We highly recommend staying here! ##### Brian G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### maria e. Aug 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homecoming We chose this beautiful home for it's ability to comfortably accommodate 7 of us for a homecoming/family reunion and it was perfect. Everything was clean and well stocked, beds comfortable and the pool refreshing. The host is amazing, staying in contact and answering all my questions. You can't go wrong with this home for your STT trip, don't hesitate to book. ##### maria e. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David R. Jul 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking! The photos just don’t do this property justice, it is simply breathtaking! The house is large and open and immaculately kept. The communication from the owner was fantastic from booking through our stay. My family of four had an amazing trip to St. Thomas with this property being the perfect home base for multiple adventures in the islands. The neighborhood is beautiful, safe, well kept, and in an ideal location! We will be coming back again, 5 stars!! ##### David R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SUSAN G. Dec 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### One Word: Amazing The house was simply spectacular. The location and view were unbeatable. We were simply thrilled with our stay. Totally out of the control of this house/listing/owner - the roads in the USVI are NO JOKE. The drive to first arrive at the house was a bit of a nail biter, but Katherine went above and beyond to guide us and NOT rely on our apple iPhones. Wisely and thankfully so! Communication was consistent and thoughtful. If I could give ten stars, I would do so. ##### SUSAN G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon S. May 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa of Paradise Our stay was pure perfection! We were impressed with everything the house had to offer. From the amazing pool, the beautiful views, and the comfortable beds. The island had a power outage and we were fortunate to have a working home generator and solar panels. In addition, Katherine is amazing! She checked in every day and was so helpful. If you are looking for an amazing place to stay…..look no further! We hope to come back again! ##### Shannon S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Almost Heaven in STT Fantastic Villa! Fantastic owners! Everything you expect, all where you expect it to be. Very communicative and attentive to our needs. Wonderful sunrises and views. Villa is great for entertaining and furnishings that accommodated a group of 8\. Everything you would want or need for cooking, going to the beach or relaxing at the pool. Safe, secure and very private gated community. ##### David S. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen G. Jan 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas at Villa Joie de Vivre We had an amazing week at Joie de Vivre. Katherine and Steve are absolutely amazing hosts. Their home is gorgeous and it was the perfect place to celebrate Christmas and an anniversary. The location is spectacular! The home has everything you need and more. Katherine's communication is immediate and incredibly informative. We loved everything about our stay. It gets 10 stars from our family! We would most definitely stay here again. Thank you, Katherine and Steve! ##### Karen G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward C. Jan 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas / New Years Holiday 2024/2025 We were amazed and in awe of the scenery at our VRBO rental from the moment we pulled our rental car into the driveway. It will take you breath away. So awesome!! Everything in other reviews we have seen says it all. Our host was available and within a call/text within minutes at any time of day. Zero complaints, except we didn't want to leave, LOL. We would love to go again. We rented a car for the week at Paradise rental as our host suggested and it was well worth it. Everyone in our group of 7 loved the house and the breathtaking scenery from the veranda. We made dinner at the house a few times and it was a snap to find everything we needed to cook our meals. 10/10 review, I could go 20 out of 10 but I guess you can't beat perfection. Thanks again to our hosts. We can't thank you enough for making our holiday a wonderful time. ##### Edward C. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jan 4, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stay at Joie de Vivre, St. Thomas We are going home today after an amazing 9 day stay at Villa Joie de Vivre. To say that this is a luxurious villa would be an understatement. The villa has a million dollar view of the Caribbean that took our breath away every time we walked out on the lanai. The owner Katherine was so accommodating. We texted each other almost daily, many times just to tell her how much fun we were having. The villa is equipped with absolutely everything you will need to grill, go to the beach, to watch movies, play games, etc. Our entire family would give this property 5 stars without any hesitation. We would love the opportunity to stay here again. Dave & Colleen ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittenie P. Jun 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic stay for our family and the views are amazing! This location was perfect for us to relax while also enjoying other parts of the island and beaches. Magens Bay can be your backyard! ##### Brittenie P. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaclynn P. Jul 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, amazing views, and a great location! Our family of 6 had an amazing time. The home is very spacious and provides unbelievable views of the ocean! The hosts communication is impeccable and the kitchen was fully stocked with anything you would ever need. We will definitely stay again in the future!!! ##### Jaclynn P. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peggy F. Jun 28, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular views Beautiful home with spectacular water views in an ideal location. Quiet and residential, safe and secure, and well equipped. Lots of room to spread out, generous proportions of rooms, and modern bathrooms and kitchen. Would return to this property. Owner was helpful and easy to communicate with. No issues or problems to deal with. ##### Peggy F. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller May 4, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The home was as beautiful as advertised. Clean, easy access to Megan’s Bay ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alex n. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Week in Paradise! The week at this villa was even better than the pictures. Our family of 5 with 3 teenagers loved the space, the amazing views, Caribbean breeze on deck, pool after beach. R&R! Great location up road from gorgeous Magen’s beach, perfectly situated. We’ll be back!! ##### alex n. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Scott H., Atlanta, GA USA Dec 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely Amazing This home is absolutely amazing! I would sit on that balcony forever if I could figure out how. The home is well equipped for your need and the check in process was easy and informative. Brit, the local, contact was always available for tips and suggestions. I cant wait to get back to this area one day soon! ##### Scott H. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher C. Apr 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect house in paradise! I can't say enough about this house and owner! The location is amazing and the house had everything you could ever want..from a well stocked kitchen to everything you need for your beach adventure. The views were amazing. We spent every evening out on the porch watching the moon illuminate the water and the sunrise every morning rising over Tortola in the distance. We have stayed in many VRBOs, but this is by far the best we have ever stayed in. The owner was very helpful and communicated with us prior to our arrival and even as we were on our way back home. We hope to be back soon! ##### Christopher C. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole K. Jun 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Villa Joie de Vivre! This property is phenomenal and Katherine our host went above and beyond to make sure everything was up to par. The property itself sat in a gated community where you always felt safe. We had all the amenities we could possibly ever need- often felt like I was at home. In addition, you had amazing views of Megan’s bay and the BVIs. Was close to many pristine beaches and Red Hook where you could catch the ferry over to St. John’s. In the future my family and myself would love to stay at Villa Joie de Vivre again and we would recommend it to anyone traveling to St. Thomas. Thank you Katherine for sharing your lovely home with my family!! ##### Nicole K. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff and Danielle S., Geneseo, Illinois USA Feb 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Stay and Beautiful Home and Views We were a group of three couples and this was our first trip to St. Thomas, having stayed in St. Croix last year. We had a wonderful stay at Villa Joie de Vivre February 11-18, 2023\. The views and sounds of the waves from the lanai and verandas of the home are absolutely breathtaking. The home is just a quick drive to Magen's Bay Beach. There are multiple beach chairs, coolers, pool towels, etc in the home for a day at the beach! The home was very clean and well supplied for anything you might need. The three main bedrooms are all e-suites and quite comfortable. Each bedroom has air conditioning but most nights, some of us chose to open the windows instead and listen to the waves crashing throughout the night. We have stayed at other VRBO properties and the owner, Katherine, has been one of the most engaged and communicative home owners. She offered us suggestions on things to do, helpful hints, and was quick to respond to any questions prior to our trip and checking in with via text during our stay. Katherine even provided us with the cruise ship docking schedule, offering us advice on where to go and where to avoid when the ships were docked. You can tell this is Katherine and Steve's home and it is well taken care of! We would highly recommend this home and you will love working with Katherine. We also want to thank Steve for his service-it is greatly appreciated. Thank you Katherine and Steve for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. A great time was had by our group. ##### Jeff and Danielle S. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan C. Mar 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Magical Our stay in St Thomas at the Villa Joie de Vivre was an exquisite experience! Katherine was a lovely host from beginning to end. She helped us with our planning, gave us terrific recommendations and even checked in during our stay to make sure everything was going smoothly. We traveled with 3 couples for a week long stay in St Thomas. We all felt like we hit the VRBO jackpot! We have all stayed in other tropical VRBOs and this home was by far the best. Thank you so much Katherine! We can’t say enough about the Villa … the house was not only beautiful but very comfortable, well-appointed and the views are out of this world. We found the location to be perfect, so close to the gorgeous Magen’s Bay, and convenient to the other beaches we visited … Hull Bay, Lindquist Beach, Saphire Beach and the Red Hook area. Some of our trip highlights: -We loved being at the Villa … with the amazing sunrises, coffee and cocktails on the Lanai, the incredible views, Sunbathing and Moonlight bathing on the pool deck, neighborhood walks, cooking in for many meals. It just doesn’t get any better than this. Just Paradise! - We treated ourselves to the exquisite culinary delights of the private chef, Josh Fleagle, for two occasions (a drop off dinner and dinner prepared in home for us). -Beautiful beach days at Magen’s Bay … spacious, beautiful beach w/ lovely shady spots… great swimming (saw some turtles!) It never felt crowded. -Adventure to Lindquist Beach, another gorgeous beach, different vibe than Magen’s Bay, but we loved it. Loved the views of the islands from the beach. Very few people here, nice facilities, good snorkeling and great shade trees. -Hangin at Hull Bay for yet another fun beach day w/ a surfer vibe (including surfers). We had fun hopping between the beach and the very cute and clean beach bar area, Hideaway (loved the swings and dining area and the food from the Shack – great fish tacos) Beach is rocky in most spots so you have to be careful swimming here. -Day trip to St John w/ snorkeling at Francis Bay. We had the best snorkeling here! -We rented a car and taxied some. Thanks to Katherine’s recommendation for Samuel Dependable Services (very professional, friendly and prompt taxi service) ##### Susan C. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark N., Boston, MA Feb 24, 2018 #### Paradise Found At Villa Joie de Vivre! A 6 Star Property! Our family of six just returned from 7 nights at Joie de Vivre. Our trip was planned for Thanksgiving, but after two historically unprecedented hurricanes the owners were very understanding- advising and accommodating a delay to ensure the best possible experience for our family trip. The villa's local manager was quite helpful with pre-trip planning, and was also a well-connected asset throughout our stay. She gladly ensured all our questions, wants and needs were attended to. Having lived on-island, and since then, stayed at or visited many of its most exclusive properties, I can tell you these glowing reviews are correct. As others have said, the location is perfect: Set within the very best area of St Thomas at its most prestigious address. Joie de Vivre is a spectacle of layout and design, beautifully decorated both inside and out. The home is close enough to anything, yet far enough from the bustle to give you utmost peace and quiet, security, and privacy. The views and exposure are truly beyond words or capture. Joie de Vivre's positioning, architecture and decor act as a seamless tribute to the surrounding beauty that so typically defies the hand of man. As our days passed, this feeling didn't fade, as it often does, but rather; the sense of wonder and fascination grew. Regardless of how late I'd stay up, each unique sunrise lured me from my comfy bed, guiding me with coffee-in-hand onto the grand lanai or exploring the varied perspectives of so many different perches. The morning's light revived me as it unveiled St John and played upon the vast spread of islands up through Drake's Passage washing over me with its unmatched dynamic splendor. I often alternated from feeling god-like upon this magical perch, to a more peaceful state of humbled appreciation gained in witness of this continual unwrapping of such creation gifted in each new moment. Joie de Vivre is the perfect easel to capture this work of art; where those lucky and wise enough to engage and embrace all their senses, are not mere spectators, but are a part of it- within it! Even if it were to mean delaying your trip for an entire year to meet your villa budget-do it-For you will not be let down! Thank You to Katherine and Steven for having us. It is clear that you truly care for your guest's well-being, and thus forged a sense that this was more than a business transaction, but rather you acted upon a devotion. Until next time- Still drunk on paradise! The Nicholas' ##### Mark N. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen B. Jul 17, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa Great experience! Owner was right on top of everything. View was fantastic and villa was top of the line. ##### Maureen B. 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