Cruz Bay Hotel for Rent: Quaint property minutes from both downtown and pristine beaches - Property 188715

National Park: Two thirds of St. John is a U.S. National Park. That is 22 square miles that are explored but unspoiled. There are many beautiful beaches to visit and trails to hike. The National Park Headquarters is a good place to start, and it is a 5 minute walk for this property. There they'll give you helpful tips as well as maps to make your park experience more enjoyable.The National Park Visitor Center offers an introduction to the park, covers the land and 5,650 acres of submerged land around the island. Take a five-hour guided hike of Reef Bay Valley where you can see petroglyphs (rock carvings) and visit the ruins of a sugar mill, all provided by the Park Services. Or you can trek on your own. Inquire there for maps and schedules of interpreted trail hikes.

Activities: Island Hopping: The most popular trip is the full day excursion to Jost Van Dyke. There are many islands to explore. Taking a boat to visit our neighbors by sea is the best way to appreciate them. There are serveral different excursions to enjoy. St. John Fishing: Off shore light tackle fishing can be done in half or full day. Pick a charter boats and cast away. Snorkeling & Diving: The diversity of sea life and corals on St. John are amazing. Full and half day trips are available aboard motor and sail vessels. Shopping: Like to shop in the duty free shops? St. John is a shopper's paradise. Jewelry, gift shops with imported goods and local crafts located in downtown Cruz Bay. Night Life: There are numerous hopping bars and restaurants located in Cruz Bay, as well as a few in the East end's Coral Bay. Dress casual for the bar hopping / mingle with warm, friendly islanders. You can usually find live music on any given night.

Beaches: Hawksnest is St. John's popular beach. Hawksnest's crystal blue water, soft white sand, and excellent snorkeling are the main attraction. Two gazebos are available for parties, barbecues, or family events. Changing rooms and full bathroom facilities are on site for convienience. Gibney The 'local hang-out' is a private beach about a mile and a half from Cruz Bay. Gibney is the perfect spot to spend an afternoon and forget all your troubles. Caneel Bay one the finest resorts of the Caribbean, it boasts several of its own terrific beaches that are available to the public. Cinnamon Bay is a North Shore Beach with access to Watersports like sailing, windsurfing and kayaking. Trunk Bay boasts the position as being the 3rd most beautiful beach in the Caribbean. It has an underwater snorkeling trail as well as snorkel rental, fresh water showers and a food and drink stand.