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 4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Base Rates: $4,750 - $12,000/week
Property Details:
  • Type: Specialty
  • Bedrooms: 7, sleeps 20
  • Bathrooms: 8
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St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands, Caribbean

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Description:
Pool, hot tub, tennis court, beaches nearby. Discounts, wedding specials. 4 equal Master bedrooms (+ 3 guest bedrooms) with spectacular views (most villas have 1 Master bedroom for the owners with the best amenities/view and smaller less desirable ... more
Amenities & Features:
  • Barbecue
  • Flat Screen/HDTV
  • Hammocks
  • Microwave
  • air-conditioned bedrooms
  • walk to 2 beaches
  • DVD
  • Full fridge
  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • basketball/tennis court
  • Dishwasher
  • Full range
  • Internet Access
  • Stereo
  • everything you need
Suitability:
  • Wheelchair Access: No
  • Elder Access: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Smoking Allowed: No
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“Great place to have everyone together”
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5 of 5 stars
A FlipKey verified reviewer
Downers Grove, Illinois
Nov 18, 2009

We have been going to St. John since 1996 and have always had a large group (20 or more). This time we have 10 and Great Expectations was a perfect... more

“Couldn't have been better”
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5 of 5 stars
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Dallas tX USA
Aug 24, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

Having stayed at many villas and resorts in the islands, we approaced our stay at Great Expectations with a "well - we will see" attitude. Well, it was all we... more

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“Gang of 12 says, "Best Vacation EVER!"”
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5 of 5 stars
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Texas
Aug 6, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

12 of us(ages17-62)descended on Great Expectations for a memorable 8 days celebrating new jobs, graduations, birthdays, and just connecting. The villa allows you to be together but "have your own... more

“great house”
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5 of 5 stars
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Louisiana
Aug 5, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

The views were wonderful and the home was very clean. Everything we would need was provided from a well supplied kitchen to beach chairs. Our group enjoyed the basketball and... more

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“First Visit to St. John”
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5 of 5 stars
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Redlands, California
Jul 11, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

Our family, which included children and grandchildren had a wonderful time and the property met all of our expectations. No one wanted to leave. Great vacation home for adults and... more

“A great place for families!”
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5 of 5 stars
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Boston
Jun 18, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

St. John's Great Expectations is my family's favorite vacation destination. With beautiful views, comfortable indoor and outdoor living, and access to amazing beaches, its hard not to relax in this... more

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“Family reunion spot at its best”
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5 of 5 stars
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NY, NY
Jun 11, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We have spent many vacations at Great Expectations as our family grew. Each year more grandchildren were added to our family and all enjoyed their time at Great Expectations. Kristin... more

“Great home for family fun!”
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5 of 5 stars
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Long Beach Island, NJ
Jun 11, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We have spent more than one vacation at Great Expectations and it has always lived up to our "expectations". The home has all the amenities one could ask for and... more

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“Great Property, Incredible Views!”
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5 of 5 stars
A FlipKey verified reviewer
Archbold, OH
Jun 11, 2009

This is a property with incredible views from every angle. Great pool, family friendly, tennis court. Excellent hospitality! The walking path to the beach being overgrown and basically unusable was... more

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Our apologies for the path to Hart Bay beach being overgrown; it is maintained by the Chocolate Hole landowners association and has since been cleared. The construction of the nearby...

“Wonderful set up with great breeze and view!”
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5 of 5 stars
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Chicago
Jun 11, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

We got married on island of St. John and we and our friends/family stayed here and a few other villas on the island. Everyone congregated at this villa b/c it... more