At this villa you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Great Cruz Bay and Chocolate Hole Beach. .Villa features a private pool, a washing machine and 3 bathrooms. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
Virgin Islands National Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Woody's Seafood Saloon - 6 min drive
Greengo’s - 7 min drive
Sun Dog Cafe - 7 min drive
Upstairs Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
The Longboard - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!
Summary:
ARC DU SOLEIL was designed for Guests to experience outdoor living on St. John and perfectly emulates the Caribbean lifestyle. The beauty of the island's natural surroundings are the most prominent feature and enduring allure. An experience which can only be found in the tropics; one that brings the outdoors in, and entices you to become more in tune with nature. This is an experience that is unique to the islands. We cordially invite you to come, relax, and enjoy the Arc.
The Space:
True Caribbean open air living featuring magnificent native stone arches, framing the picture perfect view of the Caribbean sea for dramatic sunsets and star gazing. Polished concrete floors, a large and modern gourmet kitchen, master bath offers his and her vanities, and a soaking tub for unwinding after a fun filled day.
Master bedroom with new Tempur-Pedic king bed, en-suite bath with soaking tub, and on open hanging area for clothes in the bathroom. There are two guest bedrooms with en-suite baths. One on the main floor with Tempur-Pedic king bed and one on the lower level with 2 twin beds that can be made into a King bed.
Guest Access:
BookVI will arrange for a Greeter to meet you at the villa for check-in, provide a tour, address any questions about the property, and offer insights about the island. Check in arrangements will be tailored to your party size, arrival time, and familiarity with the area.
The Neighborhood:
With spacious decks, our large salt water pool, which is more gentle on your eyes, skin, and the environment, provides a perfect vantage point to enjoy the fabulous views of Great Cruz Bay Harbor, across the Pillsbury Sound to St. Thomas, on to other islands and Cays and the endless summer sunsets! On a clear day, you can easily see Vieques and even the mountains of Puerto Rico.
Getting Around:
BOOKVI highly recommends renting a 4-wheel drive vehicle for navigating St. John's terrain. We can provide a list of trusted local rental companies and have a few villa vehicles available.. Please inquire with the BOOKVI Team about options!
Other Things to Note:
Guests will receive a contract for signature in order to finalize your booking. Once your flight is booked, please provide your flight information to help us plan your arrival. We can assist with arranging private transportation from the airport to the villa, private taxi service, boat charters, private chefs, and spa services. Guests can expect a few emails to help with your vacation planning. We look forward to welcoming you to St. John!
Interaction with Guests:
Arc Du Soleil is managed by BookVI, an island concierge service that is readily available to help with guests needs, whether it be dinner reservations, boat charters, or rental gear for trips to the beach. There is also a property management service on-call for any maintenance needs.
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Eco-friendly toiletries
Garden
Grey water recycling system
Local artist showcase
Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
Property does not allow children
Recycling
Reusable coffee/tea filters
Solar energy
Unit size: 3,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
This property welcomes adults only.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses solar energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Arc du Soleil St John
Arc du Soleil Private vacation home
Arc du Soleil Romantic Luxury Villa
Arc du Soleil Luxury Caribbean Villa
Arc du Soleil Private vacation home St John
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!?
Yep, Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! is a short 20-minute walk from Chocolate Hole Beach.
Fun beach activities include fishing.
Does Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! have a pool?
Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! has a pool and a communal pool.
Is Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! family-friendly?
No, Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! is an adults-only property.
Is there a private hot tub at Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!?
No, but there is a private pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!?
No, Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views!?
No, pets are not allowed.
Arc Du Soleil- Ultimate Island Living, Refreshing Salt Water Pool, Stunning Views! Reviews
Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 55 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Brad R.
6 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great
Brad R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert F., Wyoming
30 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This property is great! The open air concept was new for us and we found we really enjoyed it. It’s in a very quiet and private neighborhood close to town. The management company is responsive and communicates well. The description is on point. We will stay here again.
Robert F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jay B.
2 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Arc was outstanding from meeting our BookVI host at the house for a walkthrough to the house itself. The kitchen & great room were large and more than accommodated our party of six. Kitchen was well appointed with all types of serving ware, pans, utensils and appliances. Pool was crystal clear, warm and had multiple chairs & floats. We appreciated the multiple selections of coolers. Outdoor bar was just as amazing. The house itself was immaculately clean.Bedrooms were spacious & quiet with luxuriously comfortable beds & pillows. A/C in bedrooms was welcomed given the kitchen/GR was open to the outdoors, making for humid evenings when hanging out/dinner. Open air layout of kitchen/GR could be the only real downside of the property; since hanging out in the west facing room got rather warm. Upsides to the west facing room were incredible views in the morning to admire the harbor and evening to appreciate the starry sky.Given the open air layout; we expected bugs to be terrible which they were not, would still recommend to bring bug spray to ensure minimal nuisance from them.Arc is close to all beaches except for the far east side like Hanson Beach; but far enough out of Cruz Bay that you forgot it was only a 12 minute drive into town.We definitely give Arc a top recommendation to stay on St. John. Also top tier service from BookVI (both Brandons, Noel) who were responsive from initial scheduling & then throughout our stay answering all of our questions.
Jay B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danny F.
13 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This place was incredible.. the views, the space, the hosts. All of it was perfect. We planned to get married elsewhere, but rain threw us a major curveball and we ended up doing it right there at the villa. No filters needed! The BookVI team was top-tier as well. Nothing short of 5 stars from us.
Danny F.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer C., Norman ok
25 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical view
We loved our stay at Arc du Soleil. The property was magnificent. Super clean, kitchen was well stocked for cooking and beds were very comfortable. The living room and kitchen were open air and bedrooms were air conditioned, temps were comfortable in both areas. The views were some of the best we have ever had. The team was very responsive if we needed anything. I would love to stay here again if back in St. John.
Jennifer C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
EIleen S.
4 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
EIleen S.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
George D.
28 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Place in St. John
This is a truly lovely place to stay. It has an amazing view an unique layout. The kitchen and living area is open to the pool area with a spectacular view. The bedrooms are all locked with a keycode making the place very secure. The bedroom and bathrooms were nice and clean with working AC and fans. We only used two of the bedrooms on the main floor. The third bedroom is accessible by walking on an outside gravel path to the unit below the main floor.The place is extremely well stocked with coolers, beach chairs, beach tents, games, towels, etc. There is some snorkel gear but for a large group you would likely need to rent more. The place also had pods for washing clothes and dishes. The kitchen has plenty of glassware, cups, utensils, bags, etc.The pool was clean and beautiful. It was perfect to cool off after a day at the beaches. Sunsets were breathtaking.It is an adventurous drive up to the location. A lot of steep hills and sharp turns! You should definitely rent a jeep if staying here. It is a nice and quiet neighborhood (if you don't count the roosters that are all over the island).Communication with the host was outstanding. They were responsive even to questions on recommended restaurants, taxi services, etc. I cannot recommend them enough!
George D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leslie Z.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing pool & sunset view
Immaculately appointed villa with everything you could want- all quality furnishings & decor- just like you would do yourself. Great Chefs kitchen, fantastic master bedroom/bath, quality white linens/towels. Several Stocked beach chairs, cooler, snorkeling gear & noodles. They thought of things I didn't consider-loved the place! Bring bug repellent during the Fall although they do have a bunch of bug zappers-. Highly recommend!! Gorgeous sunsets & the pool & bar area was amazing- Like our own resort-had several fun days enjoying the pool plus lived on ur beach day!!
Leslie Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy W.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
This is a beautiful and unique property! The outdoor living was super cool. We love being outside and the vibe here was awesome. The mosquitoes were a slight issue but easily kept at bay with bug spray.
The kitchen was very well appointed and included most condiments and spices you would need.
Just a fabulous property!
Nancy W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Dream vacation
Immaculately clean, every amenity you could want. AC worked fabulously. Great communication from Host! Fabulous view! 💥💥💥💥💥
Katherine E.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine D.
3 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Another Fantastic Stay in St John
Loved returning to the island and to Arc Du Soleil. So relaxing! A perfect balance of stunning aesthetics and comfortable living. Being able to spend all day outside is so fantastic! Thank you again for a lovely stay.
Catherine D.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashley C.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful trip
This property is as advertised and a beautiful spot on St John. Amenities are plenty and great location. The view is truly amazing. Brandon and crew were so helpful. Loved our stay
Ashley C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view and great service
Arc de Soleil was a beautiful home to stay at. The views are simply stunning and the pictures do not compare. We were close to Cruz Bay where many of the restaurants were and also near many of the beaches to visit. The host was great to work with and communicated well. If we were to return to St. John we would seriously consider coming back to this home.
There were five of us and we were very comfortable with the rooms and living space. Everyone enjoyed the open space and we spent a lot of time together there. The bar was stocked which was a nice surprise. There were good appliances and kitchen supplies. The bedrooms were comfortable and the AC was nice to have there.
The open concept and view was amazing for morning coffee, hanging around and dinners. We are on a tropical island so there were a lot of no see ums and mosquitos. Bring some bug spray.
There were also beach chairs, coolers, beach games and snorkel equipment for our many beach days all over the island. We used them a lot and appreciated having them to enjoy.
The service was excellent and they were in constant communication. We got a lot of questions answered and help with some excursions and a rental car. They made it easy which is not always the case with every VRBO.
Mike B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chloe M.
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home with Outstanding Service
Could not recommend this home any more! Everything was spotless and exactly as listed on VRBO, if not better. Well-stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, I could go on and on. The managing team was amazing and responded immediately to any concerns. We will definitely be back!
Chloe M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Five stars
Absolutely an amazing place to stay everything was above and beyond amazing views and would definitely book again!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgian P., Burlington, CT, USA
1 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house
We absolutely loved our stay at Arc du Soleil! The house was very nice and beautifully appointed. It had all of the amenities needed for cooking and going to the beach . The pool was gorgeous and the views were amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Georgian P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We came to celebrate my wife’s birthday. The property is breathtakingly beautiful. Coffee on the open air veranda followed by a dip in the pool are how we started every morning. We ended each evening in the pool! The house is well designed and perfect for 3 couples to comfortably spread out. The location is perfect (we used the car that was offered by the property and drove all over the island (from Cruz to Coral). The house was well supplied with amenities and very responsive to a lock/key issue (our fault) and an electric breaker issue (that was fixed immediately). This is my 3rd stay on the island and I will very likely stay at this property again. It was just THE BEST!
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Catherine D.
4 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family oasis!!
This property proved to be the perfect spot for our family to unwind, cherish the outdoors and bask in the amazing wonders of St John. Having stayed here I am not sure we could stay anywhere else on the island! Thank you!!!
Catherine D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heather M.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
We’ll be back!
Our visit to St. John and our stay at Arc du Soleil could not have been more perfect. Brandon and the entire BookVI team did a fantastic job preparing the villa, meeting us at the ferry and welcoming us to the home, and assisting with any questions we had while on the island. We’ve stayed in a dozen villas on St. John, and this experience and villa are hands down the best we’ve had. I can’t imagine staying anywhere else. Thank you all for making our week unforgettable!
Heather M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily B.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family space
We had a lovely two week vacation at Arc du Soleil. All the people we interacted with through the process of booking, to arriving, to helping me coordinate experiences were kind, generous with their time, and helpful. We were stunned by the views and so appreciative of the opportunity to stay here while enjoying St. John and the surrounding US and British Virgin Islands. Both Brandons and Ashley were so kind. Truly one of our best trips. Thank you.
Emily B.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Sean D.
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home to create amazing memories
Our family met at this beautiful villa for an amazing week on St John. The home has everything you need from beach chairs to coolers to every possible kitchen appliance you may need. The pool is perfect and the beds are ultra comfy. We will definitely be returning!
Sean D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shawn S., Iowa, USA
19 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The view. The Experience. The relaxation.
Perfect stay in every way. communication with the Villa "team" was almost instant before and during our stay. had an issue with water pressure and someone was there and fixed it within 15 minutes after I texted the 'team'. 5 coolers, 6 beach chairs, pool and beach toys. overstocked kitchen. huge place. I think I counted over 30 places to sit and that didn't include the steps to the pool. stop looking and just book this.
Shawn S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
clayton b.
13 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and amenity-filled Villa!
We loved the pool, the comfy nooks everywhere, and the cool and dark bedrooms. The kitchen was great, and we played darts and games around the bar until the wee hours, and felt total privacy. Highly recommend!
clayton b.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Larry A.
19 Feb 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Open-Air Concept With Spectacular Sunsets
This villa is stunning! The open-air main living area with the view of Great Cruz Bay and the private sunset viewing from the villa’s main floor overlooking the pool is something you’ll be talking about for years!
The villa is less than a 15-minute drive from Cruz Bay, and has easy access to the main roads to the north shore beaches, Coral Bay, or the East End. The villa is located in a gated community, which provides a sense of security with the open-air concept. No need to worry about birds, critters, or bugs in the open-air living spaces. They don’t come into the villa (at least in February)! We ate dinner at the dining room table, made meals, and enjoyed every minute we could look out over the bay without any interference from mother nature. Even when it rained at night, we didn’t have any issues.
The bedrooms, bathrooms, and laundry area are behind solid doors. There are two bedrooms on the main level and one on the lower level with an outside entrance.Anybody who stays in the lower bedroom will have to walk down the driveway or around the outside of the house to get there.Not a big deal, but be aware of this if you have people who may have trouble walking up and down a slight incline.
The pool was well-kept and the outside bar was well stocked with alcohol. I recommend you check the available alcohol at the villa before you purchase anything to make drinks. You may be lucky and have free soda/pop, beer, mixer, or cider in the fridge. Remember to check the pantry or spices in the cabinets before you buy any staples.
The villa had six beach chairs, which was great for the three couples we had in our group. There is a limited amount of snorkel gear, but I recommend you rent from one of the local shops (we rented from Beach Bum).
If this is your first time staying in St John, the Starfish grocery store is on the way to the villa from Cruz Bay. It has a good variety of food for gluten-free or vegan eaters, and has a wide variety of alcohol. If you can’t find something at Starfish, you could try the Dolphin grocery store (on the same route to the villa).
The five-star management team quickly answered questions and was easy to get in touch with via text during our stay. Everybody we met on the team was professional making the stay even more enjoyable.
This property and the management team deserve a 10-star rating. Don’t miss out on staying here. Make your reservation today. You won’t be disappointed.
Larry A.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
14 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Relax yourself
This is a beautiful and comfortable villa in a great location with postcard-like views. Even the great pictures online don’t really capture how pretty it is when you are in it. We spent time every day just sitting, relaxing, and taking in the views of the water, the boats, and the nearby islands.
We considered villas in both Chocolate Hole and Peter’s Bay off North Shore Road, and are so glad we chose Arc du Soleil. The mountaintop location can’t be beat. It’s 10 minutes outside of Cruz Bay, with local restaurants and the largest grocery store on St John along the drive. We rented their jeep, and while the road up from the ferry has steep spots that becomes part of the fun, and gives you the feel of actually living on the island. Once there, the house is perfect. The open-air layout is relaxing and never got too hot, especially with the fans. The villa comes stocked with everything you need, and the pool, outdoor bar, and kitchen were used daily. We took all three bedrooms (two on the main floor, and one on the lower level) and each was comfortable with a private bath and A/C. The house felt private, completely safe, and easy to get out to explore the island. If you are feeling adventurous you can drive the trail out to Lameshure Beach, if you want less adventure go to Cinnamon Beach or Maho Bay, go to the Windmill Bar, and don't miss boating/eating at Lime Out.
But what really made this the perfect week was the effort by our host, Brandon. He met us at the ferry with the Jeep, drove us to the house, and gave us all the info and instructions we needed on the villa and the island. He checked in with us several times through the week and was quick to respond when we had questions. And he went above and beyond to fix the minor issues that came up with the house during the week. When we left, we were met at the ferry again to turn in the jeep, which let us get our luggage right to the dock. Five stars for the house, five stars for the host team, and five stars for the island.