Lion's Gate Getaway- Lush Setting Overlooks St. John & Tortola

We drove our jeep up the steep road and were thankful we had a jeep but more thankful we chose lions gate for our week of solace! You will live up in the trees with the flowers, birds, clouds and sunshine! What an amazing retreat this was; we will never stay anyplace else on St. Thomas! Disappointed that we couldn't sail with Max due to the weather but it is a must during our next trip!

We had a great stay at the Lion's Gate Getaway. It was located on the hill just above the St. Thomas -> St. John Ferry and the American Yacht Harbor which made any excursions just a short, beautiful hike down from the property. It was also a short ride from Coki Point Beach, Lindquist Beach, Sapphire Beach, and Secret Harbour Beach. Our two favorites were Coki Point and Secret Harbour. Day and Night the view from the property was not only amazing, but relaxing. The unit had a kitchen stocked with any small appliance you may need as well as pots and pans for cooking your own meals. The shower was just beautifully done with stone work. I highly recommend the Lion's Gate Getaway for a relaxing vacation.

Max and Chris are awesome. I will be here next time!

We spent two fantastic weeks at Lions Gate. Maxine and Chris have created a beautiful island getaway right at the top of the hill in Red Hook offering perfect views of the ocean, neighbouring islands and city below.

For our entire stay we had no car and got around just fine. Red Hook has everything you need just below our retreat, all the popular bars and restaurants, as well as groceries, shops and the Ferry. It’s a fairly easy walk down the hill (approx 10 minutes), walking up is quite a bit tougher though, we were fine with it, just stopped when needed and carried on. Only took taxi up hill (approx $5 plus tip) from Red Hook below a couple of times as we had groceries or a lot to carry.

It was nice to be greeted daily by our Ambassadors Louie and Nelson, they reminded of our own dogs, and Maxine and Chris couldn’t have been better hosts. They checked in from time to time with us to make sure everything was good, plus offered us much valuable information on all aspects of the island. Maxine also graciously offered us rides down the hill etc. if she was heading that way. My wife and I would definitely stay here again should we return in the future.

Thanks Maxine and Chris for all the memories!

You can’t beat the views ! This location in Red hook is great, close to everything you may want or need. Beaches, the ferry to St John, restaurants, grocery’s, and snorkeling.

Maxine and Chris, the owners are wonderful. They were very attentive to any question or concern, they are very friendly and very interesting people.

Their place is more than just a rental, it is a home. Cozy, comfortable and welcoming. We had a great time.

Thanks Max and Chris