Gardenia is a newly renovated villa boasting privacy with expansive views. Entering the villa, you are greeted by floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking views of Cruz Bay, the Pillsbury Sound, and the distant lights of St. Thomas, resembling a sparkling crystal ball after dark.
The renovations are extensive in this villa with new kitchen cabinets, floors and quartzite countertops. The new appliances include an oven with stovetop, convection microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, a built-in drink cooler, washer and dryer. The bathrooms have also been updated with new quartzite countertops, new vanities and stylish undermount sinks.
The new furnishings feature an incredibly comfortable sectional sofa and a coffee table perfect for lively group games such as Monopoly, Scrabble, Clue, Yahtzee, Cards Against Humanity, Left Center Right, Uno, Jenga and playing cards. The new dining table, chairs, and bar stools beautifully complement the open floor plan, encouraging togetherness. This property prioritizes privacy, with the primary suite in its own wing and the second and third bedrooms accessed via an exterior balcony. The upstairs loft provides additional seclusion with heavy blackout curtains. Every detail has been considered, including stunning Christian Wheatley photography showcasing Trunk Bay, Maho, and Cinnamon Bay.
Start your mornings by watching the sun "kiss" the islands from your spacious balcony, featuring a large table seating six and an additional round bistro table to accommodate everyone for breakfast. The master suite offers a private balcony with two lounge chairs and a table, perfect for a tranquil cup of coffee. Upstairs, off the loft, two more balconies await, ideal for sunset pictures or stargazing. The villa is equipped with a new split AC system in each bedroom and the loft, ensuring individual comfort for every guest. The primary bedroom includes a dual thermostat for personalized climate control.
Gardenia enjoys a central location on the property, neighboring the Clubhouse. This convenient proximity means a short walk to fill your cooler with ice and allows children easy access to the community pool and gym, just steps away. If you're traveling with a large group, Twilight, Agave and Pineapple are the neighboring villas.
For a memorable stay, the owner recommends a nice dinner at Speakeasy or Extra Virgin Bistro, adventures in hiking and snorkeling at WaterLemon and Salt Pond, and a laid-back first evening at Tap Room with pizza and craft beer.
**The 3rd bedroom king bed can be converted to 2 twin beds upon written request at the time of booking.**
Guest Amenities of The Hills
Beach chairs, beach towels, and a cooler provided
Clubhouse Bar, open daily from 12:00–6:00 PM — featuring a pool table for relaxed entertainment
Enhanced fitness center with an elliptical, exercise bike, rowing machine, treadmill, lockers, and shower
Community villa pool overlooking Cruz Bay, offering 180° panoramic views and a shaded cabana
Concierge service to assist with transportation, entertainment, and making the most of your stay
Event space ideal for weddings, anniversaries, and family reunions
Why Gardenia Is the Best St. John Villa for Large Groups
Gardenia is the best St. John villa for large groups. The layout spreads guests out: four bedrooms with 4.5 baths and sleeping for eight are arranged so the primary sits in its own wing while an upstairs loft and exterior-access rooms give everyone private corners. Inside, a broad open living area centers on an oversized sectional and a renovated kitchen that keeps cooks in the middle of conversation; a dining table for six and an extra bistro make group breakfasts and game nights effortless.
Multiple en-suite bathrooms and the loft's blackout curtains mean staggered schedules don't collide. Thoughtful touches, a convertible third bedroom configuration on request, in-unit washer/dryer and individual bedroom climate controls, keep logistics smooth for reunions, long weekends, or mixed-age gatherings.
Why You'll Love It:
Guests most consistently praise the villa's sweeping views first; reviewers say that the vista is the thing they notice upon arrival and what keeps them lingering on the terraces. As their stays lengthen, comments shift to the easy, comfortable rhythm of the place, clean, quiet rooms, helpful on-site staff who arrange taxis or quickly fix small issues, and casual evenings spent at the property bistro or pool. Several guests explicitly say they would return or have already planned another visit, and many highlight the convenience of being close to town while still enjoying relaxed, private evenings at the villa.
- Sunrise and night lights over Cruz Bay visible from the property
- Clubhouse bistro and pool used for casual meals and evenings
- Staff arranged taxis and responded quickly to guest requests
