Explore the Newest Villa Rentals on St John!!

We have been doing some very exciting work down on St. John, in the US Virgin Islands, expanding our portfolio of amazing vacation rentals and we have a couple you must check out!

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Introducing the stunning DRIFTWOOD VILLA - Besides its luxury finishes, this brand new (finished in 2023!) St. John Villa is located in the prestigious Ditleff Point community. A gated luxury neighborhood with one of our favorite secret beaches, boasting some of the best snorkeling on St. John just a short walk down from the villa.

With dual bay views, a huge, heated vanishing-edge pool, three equal king master bedrooms and an awesome plush theater room that adds three bunks for kids, AC throughout, full back up power and did we mention the views from the kitchen?! This is likely to become one of the crown jewels of vacation rentals on St John.  See the full details here. 

Introductory rate for this summer is 20% off with the code “driftwood” when booking directly on stjohnhomesandvillas.com

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The newly added STONE FALLS has a schedule that’s filling up fast despite being launched only a month ago.  The impeccable design and old world details of the interior of this home make it a truly, unique show piece. It’s the waterfall pool, comfy outdoor lounge, lively koi pond and the private 7-hole mini golf course that really sets this villa above the rest. 

A short, easy walk to the common beach parcel for access to paddle boarding, kayaking, relaxing and boating are the amenities that set this villa apart.  Three air conditioned bedrooms with interior access, a chefs kitchen, sonos system and end-of-the-road privacy.  What more could you wish for?  Check Out Stone Falls Here!

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While not new, did you know we updated and remodeled several of our properties this off season.  We are so proud of the work we did on Cliffhanger, Tropical Manor, Paraiso Azul and 2B Peter Bay.  They are truly transformed and guests are LOVING IT. 

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Cliffhanger Before

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Cliffhanger After

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Tropical Manor Before

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2B Peter Bay Before

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2B Peter Bay After

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Paraíso Azul New Outdoor Furniture

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Paraíso Azul New Outdoor Furniture

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All of our properties are 10% off for the month of May with the code “MAYSTAY” when booking on our website.

As always, we are ready to help you plan the vacation of a lifetime or a lifetime of vacation.  Contact us today to book your next St John villa rental or talk to us about Real Estate on St John.  See our featured listings for sale here

Do You Know Why Renting a Villa is Better Than Renting a Hotel?

When you're traveling with your family, a group of friends, or even you and a loved one, having a place to stay that gives you privacy and independence is essential.  Choosing the right accommodations can be daunting with hotels and hundreds of vacation rentals to sort through.  We have taken all of the guess work out of booking our vacation rentals on St John to make that decision even easier.

Staying at a villa in St. John allows you to enjoy the best aspects of being on vacation while staying in the comfort of your own private, luxurious home. Whereas staying in a hotel in St. John doesn’t allow you the same amenities and experiences.

Privacy

One of the biggest benefits of renting a villa is that you get to enjoy the privacy and space of your own villa, pool and patio. Unlike hotels in St. John or any of the Virgin Islands, which have communal pools and close neighbors, villa guests can enjoy time with their family in peace without having to worry about other guests and all of the variables that come with them.

In addition to privacy from strangers, our homes also offer privacy from your own group with most houses offering private bedrooms with en-suite baths. 

Price

If you have family or friends, especially kids with you, the amount of space needed increases even more. Depending on each person and how much room they need could significantly increase your need for a villa rental.

Some of our villas can accommodate up to 12 people in one house! Even a quick glance at mid-rate hotels in the Virgin Islands will show you that 5 or 6 hotel rooms will substantially exceed the nightly rate of some of our most luxurious villas. 

Views and Location

Location can play another key part in choosing a villa over a hotel or resort in St. Thomas or St. John.  Our properties offer some of the most amazing views in the Virgin Islands and many are closer to the true attractions on St John, the white sand beaches of the Virgin Islands National Park.  A hotel may get you into a resort setting, but few if any hotels here have views anything like those from our villas. 

Whenever you need something day or night, a villa management company like our company, Unique Island Assets, will make sure someone is available for your request, and you will always talk to someone directly.

Easy Booking and Premium Service

Did you know you can, check availability and rates and book your stay with us right here on the website?  We have incorporated online booking to make booking as easy as booking any hotel.  Beyond that, when booking with us, you are not dealing with a multi-national corporation, but can call and ask questions directly to the people who provide the guest and home services on site.  This personal service extends to our concierge as well who’s services are included in every stay with us. 

Overall, villas have more variety and uniqueness offering a far richer and more memorable travel experience. The vacation rental business has been going on for over 40 years here, much longer than VRBO or AIRBNB have considered existing.  We take those decades of experience to give you the high end luxury feel of travel, no matter which property you book.   You’re able to customize your trip to your exact wants and needs without compromise. Villas can lead to more fun and unique memories than St. John resorts and hotels can. So, when discussing what the best decision is to book for your next vacation, reach out and let us help you plan the vacation of a lifetime. 

How to Design a Home or Villa with These Top Interior Design Trends for 2023

2023 is fast approaching, and if you're looking to make a few interior design changes this year or next, then we have you covered. Here are the top 3 simple upgrades you can do for your space as the off-season evolves and unfolds.

“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication.”

-Leonardo da Vinci

Here are 3 of the top interior design trends you can easily implement for 2023:

1. Minimalist designs with smooth lines and open floor plans have been popular for decades now, but they'll continue gaining traction in the upcoming years. This style allows for more natural light and the calming, Caribbean breezes to enter your home — which helps reduce stress levels — and promote a more communal atmosphere between your family members or guests.

2. Natural materials like wood floors, stone countertops, and bamboo cabinets are making a comeback in kitchens and bathrooms. These materials don't just look attractive; they also provide eco-friendly options for homeowners, such as recycled materials and sustainably-produced products that help reduce a carbon footprint without sacrificing style.

3. Bold colors and textures are another thing that you should consider doing and some might call this "trendy," but trust me it is here to stay a while! Customized spaces that reflect the unique tastes of their owners are difficult to balance, but with help from vintage fads and modern twists the spaces come together in a timeless way.

Implementing these trends can upgrade and enliven your home or villa in no time:

• Minimalistic designs and open floor plans are simple to achieve when you start by downsizing furniture and content as well as the quantity of items in the space. This is as simple as cleaning clutter from spaces like tables and switching out chunky and bulky furniture for smooth, skinny, or transparent materials. Tips would include luxury monochromatic colors with some gold accents as an ongoing trend with emphasis in bathrooms and kitchen spaces. Another grandiose upgrade from Renaissance architecture returning to interior design are archways. Applied to any aspect including architecture, furniture design, and decorative elements. Arches draw the eye up and give spaces a more open, lavish, open feel.

• The nature chapter trend will link wellness, living organically but staying up to date, and comfortable. Fabrics like wool and cotton will continue their reign – but throwing in a touch of velvet would be my biggest tip for 2023. Adding a vintage feel with some flair creates a key element for extravagance. You should also consider decorating with plants. Plants are great for bringing dashes of life and nature into any room, especially when they are potted in beautiful pots or vases guided toward your styled room. The more plants the merrier because, hey, they also help purify the air in your home or villa, which is always a plus!

• Bold colors luxury homes are all about this upcoming season are pinks and purples. If you want to make your home feel like a palace, then these colors will do you the trick making your space feel inviting and fascinating. You can even use sprinkles of unique textures throughout your house in any room. But beware, pops of color in your home or villa can add some pizzazz to an otherwise boring room, but it's important that you don't go overboard where it becomes tacky instead of classy.

The most applied trend would, of course, be daring accent walls and although wallpapers are too difficult to make stick in the tropics, you can always use new textures on a wall as well for an appealing new take on the trend. These walls add enough unique character and personality, while enticing you in with ease, but still offering that pop of excitement your attention shoots to when you first walk into a room. However, in the Caribbean, a cute touch of style with added practicality would be framing pieces of wallpaper and hanging them considering wallpaper is a difficult material to work with in the humidity of the Virgin Islands.

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My favorite trend has been catching wind in the fashion industry these past couple years and is finally making a debut again in the interior design world. The iconic revival of 70’s vintage mushroom décor can be executed with a simple gold lamp, or an intricate accent wall. As it gains popularity, many people are jumping on the fashionable fungi train. So, whether your style leans you toward moody monochromatic tones and marvelous marble countertops, or funky fabrics and fungi inspired foyers, small upgrades around your home or villa can indeed make you the most trendy and updated around.

As a Property Management Team, we work hands on with each and every one of our villa owners, checking in daily with any needs our clients or their guests may have. We spend a lot of our time in the off-season helping our owners spruce up their properties for the upcoming season, including interior design and remodeling. If you’re looking for a Property Management Team or Villa Rental Company who are on call 24/7, with over 20 years of experience, extensive 5-star reviews, are a single source vendor for every one of your needs, and is properly licensed – then CONTACT US and let’s talk about your property and rental goals.