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Garden by the Sea B&B

PO Box 37 | Enighed, Cruz Bay 00831, St. John
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Garden by the Sea B&B
Ranked #2 of 6 Cruz Bay B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 51 Reviews
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Hinckley Ohio
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed July 29, 2011

My wife and I enjoyed our week-long stay at Garden-By-The-Sea very much. The b&b is very colorful, casual, and relaxing. There were 3 bedrooms with an open-air patio for everyone to use. The owners were extremely accomomdating to the needs of the guests. (although they were looking to sell the b&b to concentrate on a rental villa on the island) More

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August 8, 2011

Perfect for St John were perfect guests. We really love having the B&B and our guests are what make it so enjoyable. But the B&B IS for sale. We've had it for over 6 years and are looking for another venture. But Garden by the Sea will continue being a B&B even if it does sell. What we are selling,... More

Riverview, Florida
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

We were celebrating a ten year anniversary and wanted a little R&R on St. John. We enjoyed our experience on the Island and with our knowledgable & enjoyable hosts. The location for us was excellent. We wanted a place to relax, yet being close enough to some fun evening entertainment. If you enjoy a stroll, the B&B is just a... More

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Arvada, Colorado
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2011
1
person found this review helpful

John and Nancy are amazing hosts. We felt at home at once! The Wild Ginger room has a wonderful shower with a view to the sky! The food was fantastic. Walking distance to Cruz Bay yet very peaceful. We will stay there agin on our next visit! More

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new york
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44 reviews 44 reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
130 helpful votes 130 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

I have been meaning to write my review for quite some time. The food was aboslutely delicious every morning. The location was nice and could walk to cruz bay. Our favorite beach of all the beautiful beaches was honeymoon beach which we hiked too. The hosts were very friendly and helpful. the hosts really went above and beyond. In reality... More

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Fort Walton Beach, Florida
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2011
2
people found this review helpful

We had a great stay at GBTS and would definitely return if we stay at Cruz Bay again. We won't repeat all the wonderful things people have already said - they are all true! A few things we noted that are talked about less. We stayed in the Wild Ginger room - a very nice basic room with a really... More

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Washington, DC
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52 reviews 52 reviews
Reviews in 39 cities Reviews in 39 cities
91 helpful votes 91 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 11, 2011
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people found this review helpful

My wife and I spent 4 nights at GBTS (in the Wild Orchid room) in early February, 2011. First, it should be said that the owners of the B&B, Nancy and John, are two of the nicest, most hospitable B&B hosts we have encountered over the years. For instance, last year, when we were supposed to have stayed at GBTS,... More

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Chicago, Illinois
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed December 21, 2010

Garden by the Sea was beyond our expectations. The location was perfect, short walk from Cruz Bay, but far enough to avoid the loud noise. Not to mention the beautiful sunsets! The rooms were very clean. We stayed in the Garden Suite, which was more than enough room for 2 people. Most importantly, we loved Nancy & John (and their... More

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herndon, va
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45 reviews 45 reviews
Reviews in 26 cities Reviews in 26 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 18, 2010
1
person found this review helpful

to provide some back story, i have been a vegan for about a year and am a frequent patron of B&Bs. my dietary needs have led to a variety of reactions by the B&B owners - ranging from annoyance (only once) to thinking it's no big deal and providing a simple alternatives such as oatmeal or nuts or soy milk... More

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San Diego, California
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 12, 2010

I stayed here back in february of this year and it was definitely the best vacation of my life. The delicious breakfasts, the quiet & peaceful atmosphere, the close walking distance to town & the beach (and shell hunting), the birds everywhere... And the best and most friendliest hosts I could ever imagine... were all spectacular. I would never want... More

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New York City, New York
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 2, 2010
3
people found this review helpful

I stayed as a solo traveler at this perfectly run B&B in October 2010. The owners stay on site and they are extremely helpful with advice about all kinds of things from hiking trails to day trips to solar energy and homebuilding. The rooms are sparkling clean and comfy. There is fridge space for storing food, sunscreen and bugspray provided,... More

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PO Box 37 | Enighed, Cruz Bay 00831, St. John
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