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Welcome to Verde (“Green”) Cottage
A little cottage in the treetops
Tucked into the rainforest high on Bordeaux Mountain, down a stairway fringed with palms and tree orchids, our newly remodeled 650-square-foot cottage is your peaceful, private island hideaway for up to four guests.
Two air-conditioned Queen bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and a wraparound screen porch with hammock swings make it easy to slow down. It’s made for active travelers, nature lovers, couples and small families who want to spend their days out exploring St. John and their evenings listening to the tree frogs.
Slow down and soak in the beauty of St. John.
The heart of the cottage
It’s all about the porch
Start the day in a hammock swing with your coffee and the hummingbirds. Linger over dinner al fresco under the string lights. Then watch the clouds turn pink over the treetops as the coqui frogs start to sing.
- Macramé hammock swings
- Dining table for four
- Cozy lounge seating
- Rainforest and water views
Take a look around
Photo tour
Your St. John itinerary
A day at Verde
- MorningCoffee on the porch
- MiddayBeach hop the North Shore
- AfternoonSnorkel until sunset
- EveningDinner in Coral Bay
- NightFall asleep to the tree frogs
Repeat daily as needed.
Getting to the cottage
The path less traveled
Park in our private lot, then follow 67 well-lit steps down through the rainforest to your own little corner of St. John. No neighbor or road in sight, just the breeze in the trees.
It’s a long (long!) climb back up, so Verde is best for active travelers who don’t mind a few stairs. Pack light, and leave the beach chairs at home: ours are waiting in the beach gear chest by the parking area.
Explore the layout
A closer look at the cottage
Two levels and 650 square feet: the living spaces, bathroom, main bedroom and screen porch on the main level, and a Queen loft bedroom up a narrow staircase.
Guest reviews
Just ask our guests!
“It’s all about the screen porch! Relaxing in the swinging chairs as the clouds turn pink, accompanied by the singing frogs with views of Coral Bay = heaven.”
“A peaceful rainforest oasis indeed! Verde Cottage was beautiful, clean, and well appointed!”
“The cottage is tucked away in the woods, it felt very private and very safe. The porch was such an amazing place to drink coffee in the morning and eat dinner at.”
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Amenities
Simple comforts
Powered by the sun
Power you can count on
Verde shares the solar array and battery backup on Vela Vista’s roof next door, so the lights and Wi‑Fi stay on even when island power goes out.
- 48 solar panelsA 14.4 kW rooftop array
- 6 Tesla PowerwallsBackup power during island outages
- Grid-tiedAlso connected to the island grid for extra reliability
Island essentials
Planning your trip
How do I get to Verde Cottage?
Fly into St. Thomas (STT), then take the ferry from Red Hook or Crown Bay to Cruz Bay. From the ferry dock, Verde Cottage is about a 20-minute drive up Bordeaux Mountain.
Do I need a rental car?
You’ll need a car on St. John, so reserve one as soon as your dates are set. The road up is paved except for the last flat stretch to our parking area, so you won’t need 4WD to reach us. Remember, we drive on the LEFT!
Is parking available?
Yes. Your own private parking area has room for two vehicles, right at the top of the stairs.
How many stairs are there?
The cottage sits below the parking area, down a long (long!) stairway of 67 well-lit steps. It’s part of the magic, and it’s best suited to active travelers who don’t mind a climb.
How is the cottage laid out?
The main bedroom opens off the screen porch. The loft bedroom is up a steep, narrow staircase and enclosed by railings, so it isn’t recommended for young children.
Explore the floor plans →What about power, water and Wi-Fi?
Verde shares Vela Vista’s 48 solar panels and six Tesla Powerwalls, which provide backup power during island outages. Rainwater is collected and triple-filtered for household use, and Starlink Wi-Fi helps you stay connected.
Is beach gear provided?
Yes. Beach chairs, an umbrella and a cooler are waiting in the beach gear chest by the parking area, and beach towels are yours to use too.
What is the weather like on the mountain?
At about 1,100 feet, evenings are cooler, so pack a light layer. You’ll share the mountain with lizards, hummingbirds and, after dark, a chorus of tiny tree frogs.
Meredith, your host
Welcome to our little cottage in the rainforest! I love sharing what makes St. John special. Have a question about the cottage or planning your stay? Reach out anytime!
Kelsey, on island
Kelsey is our incredible property manager on St. John and your local contact during your stay. If you need a hand or something comes up at the cottage, she’s just a call away.
Location
Tucked away on Bordeaux Mountain
Surrounded by rainforest, with no neighbor or road in sight, Verde Cottage sits on a quiet road with no through traffic, close to several Virgin Islands National Park trailheads. Beaches, Coral Bay and Cruz Bay are all an easy drive away.
Traveling with a bigger group?
Add Vela Vista
Just steps away on the same property, our 5-bedroom, 3-bath Vela Vista sleeps up to 11 more guests, with a private plunge pool and two wraparound decks. A well-lit wooden walkway and outdoor stairs connect the two homes, giving you 7 bedrooms for up to 15 guests. Please note: Verde Cottage itself doesn’t have a pool; the plunge pool is at Vela Vista.
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