House in St John, USVI,

Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance

Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance

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Another beautiful sunset at Mare Blu Villa
Relax while taking in the ocean views
Dine outdoors with top of the line appliances
One of 6 luxurious bedrooms
Another luxurious bedroom suite

Overview of Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance

5 out of 5 Exceptional
6 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 12929 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

St John, USVI
  • Popular LocationVirgin Islands National Park9 min drive
  • Popular LocationHoneymoon Beach11 min drive
  • Popular LocationTrunk Bay19 min drive
  • AirportSt. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Beige

1 King Bed

Blue

1 Queen Bed

Orange

1 King Bed

Pink

1 King Bed

Purple

1 King Bed

Yellow

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Bathroom 8

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance

Mare Blu Villa is a amazing addition to St. John's beautiful landscape. Overlooking Rendezvous Bay , this colorful, 10,000 sq. ft. villa mirrors the dramatic hues of the Caribbean scenery. Mare Blu is considered to be one of the most luxurious high-style, relaxing and private villas on the island of St. John.

After 30 years of island hopping, Mare Blu owners, Teri and Bernie Ackerman, found no match for the appeal of the friendly and culturally diverse community of St. John, nor for the beauty of its tropical forests, national parks and secluded sandy beaches. St. John is believed by many to be the most beautiful of the USVIs, if not the most beautiful island in all of the Caribbean. The vacation home of their dreams was built on a hill above the turquoise waters of Rendezvous Bay, looking south, with scenic views that stretch from the east end of St. John to St. Croix.

The Ultimate in Style and Luxury: Mare Blu's great floor plan, superb design, lighting, and finishes distinguish this spectacular villa overlooking Rendezvous Bay. Built in four spacious pavilions linked together by generous outdoor living spaces, the sparking pool and tropical gardens, Mare Blue offers full air conditioning throughout the villa. Its excellent floor plan is designed so that all of the home's living space and pool is on one level. Six large bedroom/bath suites, a stunning indoor gourmet kitchen flanked by an outdoor kitchen dining and sitting area, and a beautifully-decorated Great Room and loggia are just a start at Mare Blu.

6 Bedroom Suites for the Ultimate in Privacy: Mare Blu has six large bedroom/bathroom master suites, two located at pool level, three on the garden level and one in the pavilion above the grand veranda. All bedroom suites are beautifully furnished, air conditioned hideaways that take full advantage of their picturesque location. All the suites have flat screen televisions with cable. Bathrooms have double vanities, showers, and are tiled in grey granite from floor to ceiling. The Orange suite features an alfresco shower, Yellow a semi-alfresco shower and the Pink suite also offers a bathtub.

Incredible & Well Appointed Living & DIning Areas: All of the villa's living space is on the main level of the pavilion. The Great Room, with two seating areas, provides a 55' HDTV, DVD, movies, games & game table. Adjacent, the gourmet kitchen leaves nothing to be desired, even by the most discerning of gourmet cooks. Well stocked with a large variety of glassware, stemware, dinnerware & cookware, the kitchen is equipped to feed the masses with its top of the line stainless steel appliances, including a 3-door refrigerator/freezer, standard oven, microwave/convection oven and two dishwashers. Sliding glass pocket doors lead from the indoor kitchen to its outdoor kitchen providing easy service to the alfresco dining room & includes a professional gas grill, 2nd oven, icemaker & generous countertop space. The dining room joins the covered outdoor living room resulting in one expansive outdoor living space with awesome ocean views. With an abundance of outdoor seating and lounging furniture this space is the true heart of the villa!

Property manager

Teri Ackerman
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. John

Located on the waterfront, this villa is in Rendezvous & Ditleff, a neighbourhood in St. John. The Self Centre and American Yacht Harbor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Virgin Islands Coral Reef National Monument and St John Eco Hike & Snorkel Adventure. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Cruz Bay Beach - 9 min drive
  • Virgin Islands National Park - 9 min drive
  • Honeymoon Beach - 11 min drive
  • Cinnamon Bay Beach - 18 min drive
  • Trunk Bay - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • High Tide Bar & Seafood Grill - 8 min drive
  • Cruz Bay Landing - 8 min drive
  • Beach Bar - 9 min drive
  • Lovango Rum Bar - 9 min drive
  • Tap & Still - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mare Blu: Experience Sophisticated Elegance located?

This family-friendly St. John villa is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Rendezvous Bay, Chocolate Hole Beach and Chocolate Hole. Virgin Islands National Park is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Marta C.

Perfect family vacation at Mare Blu on St. John
Our family of ten, ages six months to sixtyish, enjoyed a perfect week on St. John at beautiful Mare Blu! This our first visit with the whole family since The hurricanes. It was gratifying to see that nature prevails as does the spirit of the people of St. John. We spent perfect days at Hawksnest, Francis, Trunk and our favorite Maho Bay with its turtles! We also added a new beach to our list, Hansen. Dinners at Morgan's Mango and lunches at The Tap Room and Skinny Legs were fun and delicious. Everyone loved Mare Blu! The villa is beautifully designed: elegant with attention to every detail yet comfortable and accommodating. There are spacious living areas, indoors and out, lovely bedrooms, some with screened verandas and outdoor showers, all with splendid views looking out toward St. Croix. The well equipped kitchen and outdoor dining area were great for our breakfasts and some dinners. The swimming pool was wonderful for the children in the late afternoons and illuminated our evenings sometimes inviting late night swims. The location of the villa was private and quiet yet a convenient drive to Cruz Bay and the beaches. Mare Blu would definitely be our first choice for a return stay on St. John with our family or some friends.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Dave B.

Perfect home for 2 families!
We stayed here the week of July 4th. We could not have been happier. The house has everything (and exactly as pictured): infinity pool, tv's everywhere (although we rarely used them, we would rather look out at he ocean), fully appointed kitchen, including ice maker, multiple stoves and dishwashers. Anything you would need was there, pool floats, beach chairs, coolers. We had lots of questions for Teri (owner) and Drew (property manager on island) as we prepared for our vacation. Both were responsive, detailed and helpful in their responses. We would recommend this property without hesitation. This is the house you would build if you had the money, nothing was overlooked.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic house
My family loved Mate Blu. There are 12 of us, and the house was perfect for us. It is designed so everyone has space and the outdoor living area is winderful. We ate all our dinners there, and spent of our house time there. Tori, the local manager, was always available to help with any problem. She checked in with us often. We have been to St John 9 times, and this was the best ever! I would highly recommend Mare Blu.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Brenda L., Austin, TX

Luxury retreat with no detail overlooked!
Mare Blu was everything we envisioned our luxury rental to be and even more. No detail has been overlooked. From wonderful linens and towels, to comfortable furniture and a perfectly stocked kitchen, even down to the outside lighting! Teri and Bernie did not miss any opportunity to make this home comfortable and inviting. They are absolutely a joy to work with and the concierge, Drew, continues that professionalism during your stay. The layout of the home gives everyone plenty of space to gather and yet, opportunity to relax in privacy if you choose. We had two families with 7 teens and college aged kids and never felt "on top of each other" or too much in the kids space. So many great and comfortable locations to relax and take in the sunrise and sunset or get some sun or shade. I cannot say enough great things about this home and can NOT wait to return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

lin m.

Mare Blu is simply stunning and serene.
"Mare Blu provided a beautiful, serene setting for our recent 50th anniversary celebration with family. The manager met us promptly upon arrival and made us immediately feel at home. The villa was luxurious and so well-appointed that it would be difficult to want anything more. The large outdoor dining and indoor living areas created an atmosphere in which our family was able to enjoy memorable conversations and meals together without interruptions. And, the opportunity to enjoy a cup of early-morning coffee on the patio or to swim under the stars in a pool overlooking the ocean was priceless. The downside of this trip was that it was far too short. A week just wasn't long enough to fully experience the beautiful scenery and uncrowded beaches that St. John has to offer. Teri was wonderful to work with prior to, and during, our stay. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with our family, and for providing many helpful shopping and restaurant suggestions. We are already looking forward to our next stay.

About the host

Hosted by Teri Ackerman

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Why they chose this property

We love St John because it is restful and relaxing, yet still offers something for everyone. There is great hiking and snorkeling just seconds from our house - not to mention the spectacular views. There are also fabulous restaurants just 5 minutes away and the best beachs in the world.

What makes this property unique

Mare Blu was built with all the main living space on the same level. Large infinity edge pool, outdoor and indoor kitchen, dining room, and lots of out door seating covered and with sun so everyone can be together. There are also separate porches and areas for smaller groups or couples to have some quiet time.. All the bedroom suites are large and equal in size with large bathrooms. Indoor and outdoor TVs where you can view your favorite program, movie or sporting event while floating in the pool. Every room and space including bathrooms have a spectacular view of the Caribbean.
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