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Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.

 
 
 
Fish Bay cottage rental - Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch
Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch
 
Fish Bay cottage rental - Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch

Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch

Fully screened in porch overlooking Fishbay

Fully screened in porch overlooking Fishbay

Clean & colorful bedroom with queen size bed

Clean & colorful bedroom with queen size bed

View from the Queen bed

View from the Queen bed

Full bath with walk in shower

Full bath with walk in shower

View of Fish bay from covered deck

View of Fish bay from covered deck

View of Gecko House / rental cottage is upper right

View of Gecko House / rental cottage is upper right

Relax in the hot tub day or night

Relax in the hot tub day or night

Per night (USD) $175
Per week $1,200
  • Bedrooms1
  • Sleeps2
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Fish Bay vacation cottage rental
Romantic Cottage with queen bed, full kitchen, bath & porch overlooking Fishbay

Gecko House is a charming, quiet and spacious one room cottage with attached screened in porch on St. John's lovely south side just 3 miles from Cruz Bay. Tucked away on a hillside overlooking tranquil Fish Bay in a lush garden setting of fruit trees & more. Step out & relax on your screened deck to enjoy the lovely ocean views. Soak in the hot tub surrounded by lush tropical gardens. St. John boasts many beautiful, white sand beaches, numerous hiking trails & more as the majority of the island is a National Park.

A quiet, romantic getaway for a couple seeking true relaxation!

Fish Bay cottage rental - Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch

Kitchen, eating area & screened in porch

Fully screened in porch overlooking Fishbay

Fully screened in porch overlooking Fishbay

Clean & colorful bedroom with queen size bed

Clean & colorful bedroom with queen size bed

View from the Queen bed

View from the Queen bed

Full bath with walk in shower

Full bath with walk in shower

View of Fish bay from covered deck

View of Fish bay from covered deck

View of Gecko House / rental cottage is upper right

View of Gecko House / rental cottage is upper right

Relax in the hot tub day or night

Relax in the hot tub day or night

Nearest Ferry : Cruz Bay, St. John at 3 Miles
Car: necessary

St. John, with more than half being a National Park gives you unspoiled natural beauty. We are the smallest & quietest of the US Virgin Islands with many bays & coves; numerous, beautiful, white sand beaches & hiking trails with spectacular views. We also offer many wonderful restaurants & unique opportunities for shopping.

Other Activities: day sails

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Fish Bay, Virgin Islands

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
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May 1 2013 - Dec 14 2013
$175
$175
$1,200
4 Nights
 

Notes

  • $1200 - 1500 per week
  • $1200 to 1500 per week.
  • $1200 to 1500 per week.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Fish Bay, Virgin Islands

Property Type:
  • cottage

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Floor Area:
  • 460 sq. ft.

Location Type:
  • Near The Ocean ...
    15 minute walk or 3 minute drive to a pebble beach on the South Side of St. John. Excellent for snorkeling.
  • Rural ...
    Gecko House is at the end of a road, very quiet location.

Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Budget

General:
  • Parking Off Street
  • Alarm Clock
  • Wireless Internet
  • Local Maps
  • Filtered Water
  • Internet
  • Bottled Water
  • Linens Provided
  • Basic Soaps
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Towels Provided
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Telephone
  • Parking
  • Mobile Phone
  • Activities Guide
  • Toilet Paper
  • Iron & Board
  • Paper Towels
  • Hair Dryer

Kitchen:
  • Grill
  • Freezer
  • Mini Refrigerator
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Coffee Maker
  • Kitchenette

Dining:
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 4 people

Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower

Bedrooms:
  • 1 Bedroom, Sleeps 2
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 queen , Upstairs, large one room cottage
  • The upper level large one room cottage has a full kitchen, full bath & fully screened in porch. The porch has both an area to relax on the couch and an eating area where you can enjoy breakfast while overlooking Fish Bay. Mexican tile floors and colorful textiles and artwork throughout the unit.
Entertainment:
  • Television
  • CD Player
  • Books
  • Video Library
  • Radio
  • Games for Kids
  • Games
  • DVD Player
  • Audio Tape Player
  • Satellite / Cable

Outside:
  • Kayak / Canoe
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Binoculars
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Fish Cleaning Table
  • Beach Chairs
  • Large Cooler
  • Small Cooler
  • Wood Deck
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Beach Towels
  • Walkway to Water
  • Balcony
  • 2 beach chairs

Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • Long-term Renters Welcome

Pool / Spa:
  • Outdoor Hot Tub
  • Hot Tub

Attractions:
  • bay/sound
  • reefs
  • playground
  • restaurants
  • waterfalls
  • churches
  • live theater
  • library
  • duty free shops
  • ruins
  • museums

Leisure Activities:
  • walking
  • horseback riding
  • scenic drives
  • eco tourism
  • sight seeing
  • beachcombing
  • whale watching
  • bird watching

Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • massage therapist
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • medical services
  • laundromat

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • wind-surfing
  • scuba diving or snorkeling
  • snorkeling
  • jet skiing
  • hiking
  • sailing
  • tennis
  • fishing
  • deepsea fishing
  • paragliding
  • sound/bay fishing
  • surfing
  • swimming
  • golf

Notes: A 2nd bedroom is available on the lower level and seperate from the upper cottage. This arrangement is suitable for families traveling with young adults, parents, and grown children. The lower bedroom has a queen bed, full bath, fully screened in deck with table and chairs and a small refrigerator, coffee maker and microwave. Photos available upon request.

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Fish Bay, Virgin Islands

Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
average rating of 5.0 based on 5 reviews
business
Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p143454
+847 280-1968
Fish Bay St John
United States
5

Our new St.John getaway

5 of 5
Submitted: February 2, 2012 Stayed: January 2012
Gecko House was just perfect! What a gift it was having such a beautiful place as a home base for our trip. Neatly tucked away on a hillside overlooking Fish Bay, this cute, clean and affordable piece of paradise had everything we needed to enjoy St.John. Andrea was so helpful letting us know about some out of the way points of interest (beaches, trails etc.) We'll be back.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: It was a pleasure meeting you and hope to see you here next year.
Helpful votes: 1/1
business
Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p143454
+847 280-1968
Fish Bay St John
Maine
5

Honeymoon in Paradise

5 of 5
Submitted: December 18, 2011 Stayed: December 2010
My husband and I stayed at the Gecko House for one week right after Thanksgiving. We were extremely comfortable staying at the Gecko house, although small, pictures accurately reflect the villa. Gecko House was clean and tidy, and if you want to cook we recommend you bring/buy staples (seasoning, oil) We loved the lush garden below where we enjoyed a juicy ripe papaya one morning. Andrea has a great selection of books which provided great information about St. John. We found that renting a Jeep was necessary to explore the island as it's extremely hilly and 4WD is needed. The driveway up to Gecko house was easy to drive up with 4WD. 10 Minute drive to Cruz Bay was easy and about 25 minutes to Coral Bay. The only gas station on the island is in Cruz Bay. If you're looking for a cool sports pub, check out Skinny Legs in Coral Bay and you can get some great vegetarian food a Rhumb Lines in Cruz Bay. For the money, Gecko House is an excellent value!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: I enjoyed having you as my Gecko House guests. It is always fun to see the island and Gecko House from the guest's point of view. I hope to see you again on St. John, in Fishbay and at Gecko House. Warm holiday greetings from your friends at Gecko House!
business
Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p143454
+847 280-1968
Fish Bay St John
Atlanta, GA
5

Perfect low-key honeymoon retreat

5 of 5
Submitted: April 6, 2011 Stayed: March 2011
Gecko House was perfect for our honeymoon. We stayed for a week, and made full use of the full kitchen, hot tub, and outdoor deck. While small, this "studio apartment" was all we needed. And it was great having Andrea around to recommend restaurants, activities, and the best beaches. We would definitely recommend this place and would stay here again if we ever go back to St. John.
Recommended for:  Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
business
Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p143454
+847 280-1968
Fish Bay St John
Vermont
5

Charming St. John Retreat

5 of 5
Submitted: March 2, 2011 Stayed: February 2011
Gecko House is a delightful, tastefully furnished place to stay on St. John. We were there for a week and enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. It is very comfortable, well-appointed, and the end-of-road location means it is quiet. The screened in porch is a lovely place to eat breakfast, lunch or dinner or just hang out and read, and in the evening lounging around in the hot tub is perfect! The views from the house are truly beautiful - one can see both sunrise and moonrise over Fish Bay (we were there for the full moon). The house has a ceiling fan and as the porch is screened, one can just leave the door open and let the breezes blow in. It is very much an open air existence which is the way it should be in such a beautiful place. The owner of Gecko House is gracious, very knowledgeable about the island and has great suggestions for day trips by car or on foot. The house is close to Cruz Bay and so going out to dinner is just a matter of a 10-minute drive. We highly recommend the walk along Reef Bay to the ruins of the Sugar Refinery and then up to the petroglyphs. We'd return to Gecko House any day!
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 3/3
business
Gecko House: Charming island getaway with fabulous view of Fishbay.
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p143454
+847 280-1968
Fish Bay St John
St. Augustine, FL
5

5 of 5
Submitted: July 12, 2009 Stayed: July 2009
We had a lovely stay at Gecko House. My daughters also enjoyed their "separate" apartment. The accomodations were very comfortable, and our host, Andrea, was very helpful. The view was fabulous, and the location was very quiet yet convenient. The grounds around the home are lush and nice for exploring. We loved the 4th of July parade in Town. We would love to return to Gecko House and the wonderful island of St. John. Parsons family -- July 2009
Helpful votes: 3/3
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