Could not be happier with our recent stay at Mooncottage. Brian was excellent to work with when planning our trip. He sent a 3 page PDF doc with everything we needed to know to plan for our trip. Bob met us on our first day and was there to help with anything we needed. Fixed our water and delivered candles for us in a timely fashion. He also had great recommendations for us and was very thorough when showing us the house!! We are always looking for good customer service and exceptional is not the norm.....Well it is the norm at Mooncottage! Everything is there for you at Mooncottage. We know that sounds like the "small stuff" but having snorkel gear, chairs, plenty of towels and a cooler for our days off exploring were awesome. The house was clean and extremely well designed. Love the Zen feeling! There was also a great breeze for most of the week. We would recommend a Jeep or 4 wheel drive for the ride up to the house. It's a little bumpy but very doable and so worth it. The house was under 15 mins to one of our favorite beaches, Maho Bay, and just a few minutes more to most of the other north shore beaches. Also very close to South Haulover bay where we loved to snorkel. Took about 30-40 min to get deep into Cruz Bay. Cruz had the only 2 gas stations on St. John. We found ourselves topping off the gas tank whenever we would were close to the station, so we never had to make a trip just for gas. The view at Mooncottage was second to none in Coral Bay....Spectacular with the BVI's in the background. We could go on and on, but will just say we will be back and would highly recommend Mooncottage to any couple looking for an adventurous and relaxing vacation!

My fiancee and I arrived on the 18th of May for what felt like the shortest 10 days in our life. We were married the 21st and spent our weddingmoon at a truly magical place with the best views in St John in my humble opnion. Upon booking the owner Brian was extremely attentive and quick to respond. He offered advice on resturants, beaches, and general information which was very helpful. He even called during our stay to check up on us and see if there was anything that he could assist with. The morning sun woke us every day and we relaxed with our coffee by the pool. At night the waterfall and wildlife put us to sleep along with the cool breeze. If you are looking for a magical place where you can simply packup the ice chest, snorkeling gear, and head out for an adventure on the daily basis St John and the Mooncottage will not dissapoint you. We will be returning in the very near future.

My husband and I arrived home from the Mooncottage 5 days ago after an 8 day stay. Two things I am certain of. First, I have no idea how to express and describe the utter bliss we experienced at the Mooncottage. I feel that no matter what I write it will be inadequate. Second, we can't wait to return someday. The Mooncottage blends right into the landscape, surrounded by lush plants and flowers. The view of Coral Bay is so stunning it actually looks computer-generated. You will not even believe it is real. The wildlife that visit you every day--hummingbirds, anoles, thrashers, frogs, etc. were our favorite part. The symphony of the frogs and insects combined with the warm breezes created the perfect lullaby every night. Every wall opens in the cottage to allow breezes to pass through from every direction. We had absolutely no problems with mosquitos. We slept with just the screens closed at night. The only time we wore insect repellant was on a hike in the National Park. Neither of us had a single bite (and insects love me usually). The kitchen was fully stocked, the sound system in the house was great, the Apple TV nice for evening movies. We loved the two bathrooms plus the two outdoor showers. There were more bath towels and beach towels than I have ever seen in one place! The snorkeling gear was good. Others mention the bumpy ride up to the cottage. You get used to it quickly. It is no big deal. My husband has had back surgery and it didn't bother him a bit. Believe me, once you get to the top and you see your view and see how absolutely private and quiet it is, you will realize how worth it it is. My husband and I have jobs where we have to deal with people all the time. We have travelled all over, always searching for the perfect place for complete privacy and peacefulness. There is complete privacy here, trust me. We spent 90% of our vacation at the cottage. No need for beach trips, you have the best view, pool, terrace, and beach chairs at the cottage. The only time we left was to buy food/drinks at the grocery store (Dolphin Market was fantastic- there is a small but adequate Dolphin Market in Coral Bay and a larger one in Cruz Bay. We found everything we needed to make multiple meals at the cottage. The markets were very clean). We also left to do the Coral Reef hike in the National Park (stunning hike and very challenging on the way back up to the trailhead, ~ 1000 feet). We went snorkeling in Salt Pond Bay one day and we had one of our dreams come true as we found an adorable sea turtle to swim with! Some things I worried about that you might also wonder about--the water in the Mooncottage is safe and filtered. My husband and I manage to get some kind of GI distress everywhere we go even though we take all the precautions. We drank bottled water, but we used the ice cubes made from the filtered water in the cottage and we brushed our teeth with the water and it was just fine. Neither of us got sick. We brought along some produce wash to clean the fruits and veggies we bought at the markets (as we would do at home anyways) and we were just fine eating them. My husband and I are both Vegans so we ate A LOT of fresh fruits and vegetables. I would advise you not to plan a lot of activities away from the Mooncottage during your stay because you won't want to leave it. We did sunrise yoga on the terrace every morning and read several books a piece while there. I also wanted to mention Brian and Bob. Brian was wonderful to deal with in all of the planning of our stay. He made great recommendations and everything was seamless. He was easy to contact. He made an awesome recommendation to have "Christy's of St. John" deliver an arrival meal (a pizza from Ronnie's Pizza-YUM) and some basic groceries for our first night there. It was so amazing to have all of that waiting for us when we got there after a long day of travelling. I would highly recommend using this service. Bob, the property manager was also amazing. It was comforting to know he was just a phone call away if you needed anything (but he was never intrusive, never just "showed up"). He helped us with directions, he showed up one night in 5 minutes when we called because we couldn't find a can opener- he brought one immediately. I know this review is long. I have never wrote one this long because I have never been this passionate about a vacation property. It is zen, it is romantic, it is private. We had the good fortune of being there for a full moon--UNREAL!!!! We left there so peaceful, so relaxed. I cried on the last day, and for a couple days after, I wanted to go back so bad. If you are looking at other places, forget it. Book the Mooncottage, it will change your life...

My wife and I had not taken a vacation away from the kids since, well, never, so we were looking for a spot to enjoy a beautiful island and we found it in Mooncottage. Overlooking Coral Bay and with an amazing view of the BVI's you couldn't ask for better views. Mooncottage has sliding doors that never should be closed so you have in effect almost an effect of no walls. Great snorkeling is nearby as are several spots to have a drink or grab a bite to eat. But when the day is done there is nothing better than to grab a glass of wine or a rum drink and jump in the pool and just relax. At night when you climb in bed you are serenaded by bird and tree frogs - it's like nothing you've ever experienced before. We hope that we can come back again and just relax.

Mooncottage was the perfect setting for our recent attempt to get away form it all and experience something special. The photos and reviews are all true. It’s a beautiful setting and very secluded and private. It’s the perfect place to relax, regroup and reconnect! As with any week long stay there were a couple of very minor issues that popped up but the property manager, Bob, was always immediately available to sort things out. Also be aware that the ride up to the cottage may be a bit bumpy for some but totally worth it once you get there. All in all it was a great experience and we highly recommend it!!!

Yes, it was even better than the pictures and even better than the reviews. I've only stayed one other place in my many years of traveling that so captured the peace and beauty of a place. I loved the virtual outdoor living, but with screens for dusk when the biting bugs can be annoying. Air conditioning is not needed in the least. One recommendation - float on your back in the pool at night and watch the stars sparkling in the black sky overhead. Also, try the snorkeling at Haulover, on the south side. We were going to try the north side, because we heard it was great, but were a bit intimidated by the swells and the fact that no one else was there. So we tried the south side, and it was great! Just snorkel up both sides of the cove. Although the beach is a bit rocky, there is a sandy area, so spend the extra time to look for it. Also watch out for the sea urchins. They are quite close in to the beach, although spread out enough that you won't step on them if you're watching. Also, our adult daughter and her fiance spent 3 days with us, sleeping on the futon in the living room and it worked well. I don't know if I would put little children there, due to the pool being between the living room and the bedroom, but it would work fine for older children, and the parents still have the romance of their own (adorable!) separate bedroom. They loved Mooncottage too and cried when they left.

Mooncottage is the perfect place to spend quality time with the person you are in love with. It is located on the quiet side of St. John, away from the hustle and bustle of Cruz Bay, but still in close proximity to great restaurants and grocery stores. Mooncottage overlooks stunning Coral Bay and is only a short drive away from incredible beaches, snorkeling, and hiking trails. Our favorite was Salt Pond Bay & Ram Head. Coming back to Mooncottage after a long day of snorkeling (which by the way Brian provides great snorkeling equipment) and hiking was such an incredible feeling. You feel like you're in total seclusion while in this beautiful cottage. All you see and hear is the flora and fauna of St. John. We really enjoyed relaxing outside watching the sunrise while drinking our coffee and sometimes spotting a couple hummingbirds chasing each other around. Bob the property manager was also great. Upon our arrival, he met us at a local restaurant and took us to Mooncottage and showed just everything we needed to know for our stay. He also was staying on the same road and was always available if we needed him. Last but not least, Brian the property owner was extremely attentive and professional and made sure our stay was absolutely perfect. Brian has designed and built this house to ensure visitors a most romantic and beautiful experience. The overall experience well exceeded our expectations, and we will certainly be returning in the future. Thank you Brian for the extraordinary visit!

There truly are not enough positive ways to sum up our 10 nights at Mooncottage. From the very beginning, Brian was a tremendous help as we were researching locations to spend our honeymoon. He made sure to provide us any local "tips" we would need so that there were no surprises along the way. It's hard to trust all of the incredible review online (can Mooncottage really be THAT amazing?!) - but they are all true! The home is beautiful - pictures don't even begin to do justice to the stunning views - and the amount of space was perfect for the 2 of us. We wanted a honeymoon location where we could just relax and never feel like we were on a schedule, and Mooncottage provided the perfect accommodations for that. We spent mornings and nights just taking in all of the scenery below us, and spent our days visiting different beaches, restaurants, and bars each day. We came to embrace the (very bumpy) drive up/down the road to the house, and it's really kind of fun once you get used to it! The privacy is well worth the short extra drive -- and we loved being in Coral Bay on the less populated end of the island. We've already passed the name of the home along to a few of our friends who are looking for a special getaway -- and we can't wait to go back ourselves!

My husband and I stayed at Mooncottage for too short a time in april 2014. We loved it and will hope to go back one day. The layout of the cottage is perfect for a couple. Separate sleeping cottage allows for one to sleep-in undisturbed while the other makes coffee. The island/asian decor is very attractive and the house was fully equipped with everything we needed. But the very best feature is the view which is absolutely to die for. Once there, you will be happy to skip a day at the beach and just bask in the breezy air, taking an occasional dip in the tiny pool, positioned perfectly between the bedroom and the deck. The drive in is pretty hair-raising, but once you get the hang of the very steep and very rough roads (typical in Carol Bay and much of St. John) and the perilously steep driveway, you'll be so glad you made the journey!

The travel to St. John from Minneapolis was terrible. We were exhausted by the time we arrived to the island and then encountered power outage island wide. By the time we go to the road and headed up, I thought, "what have I done?" With all that, I can honestly say that I would do double the travel to return to Mooncottage. It's better than the pictures. At least 100 times during the week, my husband said, "We have never stayed in a place that we had a tough time leaving for the beach." Each day, we'd have breakfast and decide which beach to go to and we found ourselves dragging those mornings later and later (to the point we couldn't find parking for beaches a few of the days). This place is pure magic. It is so private. The view is unreal. The attention to detail through every facet of this house is simply remarkable. You can feel the love and energy that was put into this tranquil home. This is a positive place. It was the best week of our lives. We never wanted to leave - we ate several dinners in, too, simply because we adored being there & with each other so very much. I can't say enough about this magical place that sits high atop the mountain, looking out on east end and Tortola ... there truly are no words, one must simply go to experience heaven on earth.