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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 348 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Red Hook, St Thomas
  • Place, American Yacht Harbor
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Secret Harbor
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sapphire Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the area

Red Hook

At this holiday home you'll be within steps of American Yacht Harbor and Vessup Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a balcony and a Smart TV. .Home features a living room, a TV and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this St. Thomas holiday home include Sapphire Beach and Bolongo Bay.
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What's nearby

  • American Yacht Harbor - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Secret Harbor - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Secret Harbour Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sapphire Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Cowpet Bay - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Agave - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Tarpon’s Table - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Kween Vee Smoothies - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Sapphire Beach Bar   - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪The Ritz-Carlton, St. Thomas - ‬3 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.

The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials


My husband Chris and I have lived on St. Thomas for over 20 years. He came to dive, I came to sail. We met by chance and discovered we both have a love of the water and the Caribbean life style. Chris is very talented and knew he wanted to live here permanently, so he built a house on the top of the hill. We got married in 1995, and often talked about making the home we love accessible to guests.
In 2012 we built are prefect Caribbean Cottage. It is a Caribbean dream cottage with spectacular views. We face into the trade winds so there is always a breeze over the porch. Facing East we have stunning sunrises over Pillsbury Sound with St. John in the background.

I'm sure up will love it too. The spacious porch is a perfect way to enjoy your first cup of coffee or to sit back in the evening and watch the colors change over the islands with a cool beverage in your hand. The trade winds will keep you cool as you sit outside from breakfast to diner, and of course if needed there is air conditioning.

My husband, Chris, and I live on the property. We will help you enjoy your vacation in any way we can. Just ask for local tips on restaurants and activities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 520 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 10

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

'cottage' Lion's Gate Spectacular View Lush Surroundings House
'cottage' Lion's Gate Spectacular View Lush Surroundings
The 'cottage' at Lion's Gate Check for our Fall Special
'cottage' Lion's Gate Spectacular View Lush Surroundings House
'cottage' Lion's Gate Spectacular View Lush Surroundings House

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

Yep, The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials is a short 19-minute walk from Sapphire Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find motor boats.

Does The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

No, The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

The 'Cottage' at Lion's Gate - Check for our Spring & Summer Specials Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chris and Maxine, We just wanted to take a moment to thank you both for being such gracious hosts during our stay at your lovely cottage. It truly had everything we needed, and the location was so convenient to the beaches, restaurants, and ferry.We especially miss those beautiful sunrises we enjoyed with our coffee on the porch. Chris, your suggestions for quieter spots to visit were wonderful and made our experience even better.We really enjoyed our first visit to St. Thomas and hope to come back soon!J&J
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jamie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage was ideal! Spectacular views of Red Hook, St. John, and more. The room was perfect, and the cottage was spacious. Maxine and Chris were the perfect hosts. They gave great beach advice and were always accommodating. We cannot say enough good things about our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

Wayne W., Annapolis, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, perfect one bedroom and one bath cottage overlooking USVI. The clean bedroom, bath, kitchen, dining, and living room area was perfectly inviting and cozy for two. Loved the magnificent view from every room. The kitchen is perfectly stocked with everything you need to store groceries, cook, and stay in (we took a recovery day from two days of sun on the beach).Beach towels, beach chairs, snorkel gear provided also!Separately, I recommend considering a rental car for your stay in St Thomas and the cottage. Unless you are staying right on the beach, you will need a car anyway with no feasible walking areas. I admittedly debated it and took the the host's recommendation to rent a car. When you stay at the cottage, the main road is at a significant distance from the cottage, and the road is steep enough to challenge anyone not prepared with the best footwear (or physical training imo). Do not be put off by this, in order to have the best view in St Thomas, you need to drive to the top of the hill. Also, consider making sure you rent the smallest car available since the parking area is shared (it is very snug fit). This is not a slight on the host, the location, or the cottage by the way. As well, I found I needed to be prepared to "share my lane" with everyone else - all the time - regardless of where we went in St Thomas.This VRBO is a true gem... The hosts are wonderful, the property is wonderful, and this VRBO offering is staying on my favorite list!
See St John, St Croix, and Red Hook from the cottage!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house was in a perfect location, close to all of the restaurants and bars of Red Hook. The views from the balcony were spectacular! Maxine is very sweet and helpful, we had a wonderful experience
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Flash W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This cottage, location, price, and a interaction with owner has been amazing. More than I ever expected. Beautiful view and very comfortable. Will certainly book again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a great time

Charming cottage with magnificent views of Red Hook harbor. Wonderfully helpful hosts.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the views. It was right on the harbor so was noisy early mornings. The driveyway was steep but we were warned about this. Parking was limited but also warned. Hostess had everything we needed for the beach which was a great surprise!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lion’s Gate Cottage Review

It’s a nice little cottage with wonderful balcony and spectacular view. Maxine was delightful, helpful & responsive. We really enjoyed our stay and the proximity to dining and shopping establishments, and the ferry terminal.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Vacation

Wonderful time at this property. The sea breezes kept us comfortable. We spent so much time on the patio just relaxing. Maxine and Chris were very accessible and helpful. I would recommend to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolee D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lionsgate Paradise

Perfection. Charming Caribbean cottage. High on a hill with unmatched views of the harbor and surrounding islands. Tradewinds that cool the warm temperatures. Cottage has many unique features including handcrafted furniture and mahogany woodwork. Hosts that are warm, welcoming and helpful. Treat it well. We will be back next year. Tom and Carolee, 2024
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful view!

The view was spectacular as advertised. The cottage was clean and Maxine was a very responsive host. If you decide to stay here keep in mind that, as described in the posting, you have to drive up a steep road which can be a bit unnerving. I walk a lot and I love to do steps and hills, but the walk up from Red Hook is not something most people will want to do. My husband got to the top and said "no way am I walking up". I wouldn't consider this a walkable location. There were parts of the unit we really enjoyed: the view, the huge shower, the use of the coolers and beach chairs. The things we were less excited about included: kitchen wasn't very well equipped compared to places I would rate 5 stars, the furniture wasn't very comfortable and the unit could use some updates, for example, most rentals have upgraded to kurig coffee makers. Also, keep in mind that this is directly above Red Hook and the noise from the road and the bars carries up the hill.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Simply lovely

This was my first to the USVI, and I’m so glad I found this place. It was perfect for a solo traveler like me and would be great for a couple (and a child could sleep on the futon in the living area.) I felt safe with Max & Chris there and the fact that it is gated is a plus. Of course Louis (the sweet dog) was an added bonus (and there a gate on the porch if you’re not up for his visits.) Speaking of the porch, the view is superb. When I was at the apartment, I spent nearly all of my time on the porch unless I was sleeping. Max & Chris are great. They were always available to answer a question or provide assistance. And they’re nice! I could not have asked for better hosts. I ate at several good restaurants in Red Hook (Urban XO, Agave), which is walkable but recommend getting a (small) car so you can more easily explore the nearby bays/beaches and other restaurants. In short, definitely recommend and hope to make it back for another amazing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dakota B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful St. Thomas Cottage with a Wonderful View

The place is centrally located in red hook with an amazing view. My wife and I had a wonderful time. Maxine was a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim G., Creston, OH

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay overlooking Red Hook.

We truly enjoyed our stay at the cottage, the views are incredible, the sun rise over St John is beautiful. Fun restuarants nearby. The drive up to the cottage adds to its charm. Maxine and Chris are wonderful hosts. thank you for a wonderful week.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Brooke H.

Great view but have a rental car!

Beautiful view to wake up to everyday, having a morning coffee on the balcony and seeing the sunrise every morning was awesome. Listen to their recommendation they give in the listing when they say to have a car. Absolutely have a rental car to stay here. We were two in shape young adults and it was brutal walking up the hill 2-3 times a day in the heat. The location is great though for red hook restaurants and bars. Catamaran dock ports and scuba diving right there. You need a cab to get to any beach but they aren’t far at all! Fav one was secret harbor beach. Definitely check out duffys love shack down the hill- super fun place.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

Liked: Cleanliness

12 year anniversary

Our stay was more than we could have imagined. The view was absolutely beautiful...We woke up every morning at 6am just to see the sunrise! Butterflys, hummingbirds, flowers...they were everywhere! Maxine and Chris are wonderful people! Thanks for sharing your part of the world with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely guest house with incredible views!

We had a wonderful stay at the Cottage! The #1 reason we picked this place was the views and they did not disappoint! The host was friendly and easy to communicate with via text or through the app. They live next door. Pros: The views and the sunrise are incredible! Walking distance to Duffy's Love Shack, a great little Tiki bar with $5 happy hour cocktails Short drive to Secret Harbor beach resort where there is a beach with great snorkeling The host provided beach towels, beach chairs, coolers, and snorkeling equipment The host provided plenty of drinking water The host is easy to get in contact with Cons: There is only Air conditioning in the bedroom and if you leave it on when you're not home it's a $25 charge. It will be hot and humid until you run the AC for a bit The tap water in St Thomas tastes weird so the shower water also smells a little weird. Maybe it's like that everywhere? The bath towels also smelled a little weird but not enough that we asked for a replacement. Hiking back up the hill from the tiki bar to the cottage is a workout. It's ok at night but when the sun is out it's pretty brutal. There is a designated place to park but getting in and out is a little tight. We rented a Toyota Camry and it fit but it definitely struged on some of the steep hills
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Celenia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

My partner and I took a vacation to the Virgin Islands for the first time in August. We chose to stay in Redhook because it was near many beaches, restaurants and shops. The cottage was a cozy and comfortable place and our view was astonishing! We couldn’t get enough of it, and the place was well kept and it offered many amenities that it made our stay extremely convenient. Thank you Maxine, Chris and louie for your hospitality. We really enjoyed our stay and hope to one day return to this amazing place 💗
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view and very nice owners!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

We booked this property when we had to make last minute travel plans and it was everything it advertised! Beautiful view and perfect for a couple. We loved having a full kitchen and the beautiful deck. We did rent a car and unless you’re looking for some serious cardio up that hill I’d recommend it. We loved our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely.

We had a lovely time! Great location and view. And loved sweet Louie visits each day.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful views and great location

Wonderful stand alone cottage with great front porch to take in the views of Red Hook harbor and St John. Location is great for taking advantage of local beaches. It was 20 minutes to Magens bay which was our favorite, Cottage is close to the town of Red Hook which has the best selection of stores, restaurants and Happy Hours!! Hosts are on site and very responsive when we needed anything. Yet you have absolute privacy. They also gave us great tips for things to do. The road up to the cottage is steep and windy ( like many of the roads on St Thomas) so make sure you rent a car that can handle it. We had a Jeep.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

renee c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Couldn't have asked for a better place to stay!!

After reading so many wonderful reviews, we knew that we wanted to stay here! Maxine and her husband Chris are THE nicest people and helpful with any questions we had about places to go on the island. The cottage was as beautiful as the pictures show and the view was the best part!! The driveway is steep but we had a compact car that was perfect to get us up and down the hill and to cruise around the island. Maghan's Bay and Sapphire Beach were our favorites beaches in St. Thomas. Per Maxine's recommendation, we LOVED the patio at Sunset Grill and the bars in Red Hook (just down the hill from the cottage). We took the car ferry one day to St. John and loved that we could drive wherever we wanted. We also spent another day at St. John without the car and everything was within walking distance or a quick shuttle ride. We just got home and already miss the cottage and Louie the sweet dog that would stop by to say hi. Anyway, you should stay here and you will not regret it! We hope to go back someday!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best Vacation Ever, I told Lisa (my girlfriend) this vacation experience will be hard to top! We stayed for almost 2 weeks and the cottage was perfect for us, and we will be staying again. It felt like home, or at least the home we want :) . We ate most of our breakfasts and dinners at the cottage since no restaurant could provide us a better atmosphere or view than the one from our cottage. The kitchen had everything we needed. This felt more like local living and less like being a tourist. We rented a car, but used it rarely since it is so convenient to walk to Red Hook or to the ferry to St John. The driveway is steep and you can’t get up it when it’s wet, unless you have a 4 wheel drive, which we didn’t. It only impacted us on the first day. Maxine kindly drove us up with our luggage and groceries. There are parking spots at the end of the driveway if it is slippery. There was plenty of room to park 3 SUVs at the top of the driveway, and easy to do a 2-4 pt turn to face forward going down hill. Walking up/down the hill to Red Hook may be a challenge for some, so consider getting a rental/taxi. However for those in average or better shape, it’s doable (I did some sprint intervals on it…humble brag :) We enjoyed the visits from Louie their dog, Oscar the gecko, a frog, a humming bird, and a couple iguanas even ran across the driveway. Some reviews mentioned the noise from the town, but we enjoyed seeing and hearing the sounds of activity and life going on. It’s

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wickedly steep hill = amazing views

We loved our stay in this beautiful cottage on a hill overlooking Red Hook. The view was absolutely breathtaking and so peaceful. As we did not rent a vehicle, it was nice being able to walk down the hill to Red Hook where there's a grocery store, several restaurants, some shopping, and the ferry to St. Johns. Walking up the hill can be brutal though (not the distance, just the incline) and we only ended up walking up once. But, again, Red Hook is a popular place, so snagging taxies outside Bernie's to take us up was pretty easy. You could hear the town from time to time, but we didn't find it excessive. In fact, except for at night, we pretty much left all the doors and windows open. The weather was perfect. The owners Maxine & Chris were very accommodating and helpful. Would definitely return to the Cottage if visiting St. Thomas again. Thank you for offering this lovely place.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022