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Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility

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Cocktail Pool - 10' x 18' x (3' to 4.5' deep)
Your awesome view of Inner and Outer Brass Islands
Pool
Your Master bedroom in the main pavilion
Main house pavilion living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51730 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
  • Magens Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Blackbeard's Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Magens Bay Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • St. Thomas (SPB-St. Thomas Seaplane Base)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility

Rockworks is a spacious two bedroom home located on the quite north side of St. Thomas with the second bedroom across the sunny deck for maximum privacy. The main pavilion consists of your kitchen, dining areas and King Master suite. The house is perfect for two couples or a small family and is all on one level with only one step up into the houses and has convenient parking for two vehicles. This estate features your cocktail pool which is approximately 10' x 18' (3' to 4.5' deep), terraces with palms of all types along with fruit trees and bright tropical flowers. Rockworks was designed for air flow which allows guests to enjoy the tropical breezes, though the house is fully air-conditioned. We are 1/3 of a mile above Dorothea Bay.
Rockworks is situated on the same estate as Stone Cottage, but privacy is complete between the two. You could book both villas for up to seven people. We are constantly upgrading furniture and bedding, please understand that not everything will be the same as pictured at all times :)
* Caretaker lives below and on lower level of Rockworks (underneath 2nd pavilion) with own driveway and entrance. Privacy is assured and complete. NO EVENTS at this property! This house is for your group only. No outside guests are allowed without owners written permission.
*For any children under the age of 18, you are required to sign a Child Liability Waiver
*Please note that if you book during hurricane season and a storm should come, please be prepared to vacate the villa. We highly recommend CFAR (for any reason) Trip Insurance during any portion of your stay!
* Gardeners come to our property twice a month with no certain date set. Sherri will notify you the day before they are coming. Thanks for understanding!
* The pool is a "Cocktail" pool - approximately 10' x 18' x (3' to 4.5' deep) and is all you need!

Property manager

Sherri Merritt
Premier Host

Languages

English
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Child waiver required for all children under 18
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside. Ashtrays provided.
No events or extra guests without owner permission. Conserve water Windows and doors closed while operating the A/C

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

St. Thomas

Located in St. Thomas, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Magens Bay Beach and Sapphire Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

What's nearby

  • Hull Bay - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Magens Bay - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Blackbeard's Castle - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Lindbergh Bay - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Magens Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Thomas (STT-Cyril E. King) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hibiscus Cafe & Bar @ St Thomas Airport - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Tickles - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Virgilio's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪French Quarter Bistro - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rockworks Villa- off the beaten path for peace and tranquility located?

Situated near the beach, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Hull Bay and Hull Bay Beach. Magens Bay and St. Peter Greathouse Estate & Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

laurie e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Northside St Thomas

First time to really stop and stay no cruising just enjoying. This is where we landed and it was perfect. The north side is truly the best side. Dorothea Beach is quiet and just down the road. (The paved road is very steep and worth the work-out/hike back home) The locals consider this the best beach though small. Through the winding roads the airport is maybe 20 minutes away. The property manager Sherri is full of great information, especially for the great restaurants such as Twisted Cork in the French area. Stir It Up for coffee and amazing pastries every morning again just 20 minutes away maybe 15 in the shopping district. Prime for steaks was amazing and the view was the best my husband and I have ever seen. But my favorite was Isla Blue at the new Weston. Right on the beach so beautiful and the lobster was to die for. My favorite part of the trip was just sitting on the porch looking out to the ocean. You can hear the waves, the weather was perfect. Everything is so beautiful in St. Thomas.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Day in Paradise

We had the privilege of staying at Rockworks for a second time, and man was it WONDERFUL!! Once again, from the moment of booking our trip Sherri reached out almost immediately. She is always so helpful and just an all around awesome human. She makes you feel like you've been friends forever. This time we brought our 10 and 12 year old kids. They LOVED this place and said it felt like we lived on the island during our vacation. The house is set up perfectly and having that extra guest house makes for a great stay. We used Moe's Fresh Market, which is right up the street, for our grocery needs. This is definitely a HUGE amenity. We found ourselves watching movies and playing the many board and card games that are at the house every evening. We even dipped in the pool a few times. During the day we would venture out to the different beaches near by. All in all this place is magical and comes highly recommended from us! Thank you for an amazing time, Sherri and Rockworks!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

David

We had a great stay at Rockworks! Sherri met us right near the airport -Emerald Beach Club- after we got our rental car. Could probably do any car but with the steep hills etc we were happy we got a Jeep. Followed her - stay left!- as she led us to Rockworks and pointed out some places to see and eat along the way. We are two adults and two adult ish kids. My 18 year old was happy about the drinking age in USVI! The location is remote enough to not be near the cruise ships and resorts but close enough to make it everywhere we wanted to go. Hull bay is the closest beach -5 minutes- and Red Hook is 35 minutes to car ferry to St. John. We are pretty low key - got groceries and made a few meals - kitchen is well stocked and met all of our needs. Place is clean and comfortable. You can tell how much care Sherri takes in maintaining this family heirloom. Had a great time stargazing on the spacious deck and taking dips in the “cocktail” pool! Great base for day trips to mountain top, drakes seat and magens beach. Highly recommend Rockworks!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view!

This is an absolutely gorgeous property and was very clean.The pool was a little deceptive, it's very small.but clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our own private resort

AWESOME! Online pics did not do justice to this beautiful villa and surroundings! Actually 2 villas, with the second separate living space. Beautiful clean and unusual pool, well equipped kitchen, tasteful furnishings, lovely landscaping and the most incredible breathtaking view from the large wraparound deck! We rented a new Jeep Wrangler from Amalie Car Rental, it was necessary. Just as awesome was the property manager Sherri. From start to finish she was always available, even meeting us at the car rental and escorting us back to our villa, who does that? We have only positive things to say about our stay at Rockworks, off the beaten path! It lived up and was truthful about its online description!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and Tranquil Villa

Everything about the stay was great. Check-in/out was easy Sherri is an amazing host, super friendly and thoughtful. The location is peaceful and secluded with a few bars and restaurants 3mins away at Hull Bay and beach.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review if Rockworks Villa

Very nice property. Great views. Very lush setting. Very private will all needed amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

Rockworks was the quintessential place to stay in the north side of St. Thomas! Beautiful amenities and views. Property manager very friendly and in contact and very responsive.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Property!

We recently visited St. Thomas and were very pleased with our stay at the Rockworks Villa. Located in the north-central area of St. Thomas, it is tucked back away from the road and private. Since it was 4 of us (my wife and her sister/bro-in-law), the property was a perfect set up for us, as it allowed privacy in the 2 separate living quarters. The property and rooms were clean and well stocked. The pool was awesome and was a great spot to unwind at the end of the day. The host had it cleaned at least twice while we were there. It's obvious that Sherri invests a lot of time/effort in making your stay and the property the best it can be. She was a super host in every way - highly communicative and helpful. She texted ust he moment we landed and was waiting for our party at the car rental location by the time we got there. She personally escorted us from the airport to the property and then took 45 minutes to give us a tour and provide tips on beaches and restaurants to visit. This was very much above and beyond what I have ever experienced in my 30+ years of travel. And trust me, you will appreciate her escorting you to the property from the airport. Roads in St.Thomas are steep and windy, and can be confusing. I was super happy Sherri took the time to do this. She even checked in with us via text at the halfway point during our 7 day stay to make sure we had everything we needed. I highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This is a stunning property. Very peaceful and lush. Exactly as pictured. Very well stocked and Sherri is the best. She was always available if needed. Would recommend to anyone. The perfect place to stay for a relaxing vacation. We would stay there again. 5 stars for this place. Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay - beautiful property with all of the amenities needed for our family of four. Sherri is a warm and helpful hostess with lots of ideas and suggestions to enjoy the stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great relaxing stay

Excellent property manager that made every effort to communicate prior to the stay. Gave us great local knowledge once we arrived and was genuinely pleased to have us there. It will not only be a property that we visit again, but one that we will certainly recommend to others!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice of Paradise

We truly enjoyed our stay at Rock Works. From booking and hearing from Sherri right away, to her meeting us close to the airport to direct us to the property. She was very helpful, friendly and fun. The property is 100% as advertised. It is a beautiful, quiet oasis where you feel as though you are the only people on the island. The greenery and tranquility of it is nothing short of amazingly beautiful. If you find yourself at Rock Works, consider yourself blessed. We will be dreaming of this place until we are lucky to come back. Thank you for a wonderful week in paradise!!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very special place

The property is very attractive and the view is spectacular. Manager made this an outstanding trip. Sherri, the manager, met us at the airport and led us to the unit. She was always available to answer any questions. I actually had a small car accident and she came to get me. She could not have been more helpful. The grounds are well maintained. The view from the mail house is extraordinary.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Camille R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacation

This place was amazing, great views and Sherri was the best. Was helpful in every way possible from beaches to restaurants. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh T., Doylestown, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise!

From start to finish, Sherrie and the Rockworks property delivered! Exceptional pre-trip details, excellent greeting process, wonderful recommendations and a lovely host, this property has it all. Sherrie was available to us throughout our stay but we had an absolutely private week. If you are looking to get out of the hustle and bustle of staying in a hotel property or in town, this is the perfect fit. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Villa

The Rockworks property is stunning. The views are even better than the pictures. The roads on the island take some getting use to but the drives to the beaches were worth it. The Waze app worked great for directions and we recommend renting a Jeep or a similar high profile vehicle. We really enjoyed the private pool and it was the perfect size for our family. Sherri has excellent communication and was very responsive. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend Rockworks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Can't Imagine Staying Anywhere Else

Rockworks made our time on St. Thomas very special. It is the perfect place to unwind after a long day of taking in the natural wonder and culture of the island. Take some chairs to the north facing balcony and relish in the stunning view of the ocean and the Brass Islands as the sun goes down. Spend some quiet time here and you just might see kestrels, hummingbirds, mongoose, crabs, and of course, iguanas. Cool off in the pool with a nice beverage (no glass of course!). The property is immaculate and the host is friendly and helpful. If you have the right vehicle or don't mind a little hike, maybe you'll get the details on nearby secret spots that will have you feeling like a local. My family will definitely visit STT again, and I can't imagine staying anywhere else but Rockworks!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leighann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

AMAZING!

This place is absolutely amazing. Beautiful with the most breath taking views. Everything is as described in the listing. Sherri is a fabulous host, couldn't ask for better service. 1 piece of advise...listen to her and follow her instructions on the driving, especially if you're not used to driving in the islands on the left side. We had quite a few adventures that were both terrifying, exciting and hilarious all at the same time as those roads and the drivers on them are absolutely CRAZY! She will show you the way there and I would recommend remembering that way and use it to come and go...unless you want some adventure! lol. I would also NOT recommend a very wide vehicle unless you are an experienced driver. Great times in a great place and again, Sherri ROCKS!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

gregory j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

first time to st thomas for my family, couldn't have chosen a better place. private, peaceful, and beautiful. loved being out on the wrap around balcony overlooking dorothea bay in the morning with a cup of coffee or later in the day with a drink. Sherri was great from beginning to end. friendly, down to earth, always available if needed, makes you feel at home. maintains the buildings and the grounds are gorgeous, woman of many talents. a week was not enough, didn't want to leave, we loved it. greg j
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Devin D., Northwest Arkansas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a wonderful property!

The perfect vacay house on St. Thomas, especially for two adult couples! Kids/teens would have been fine, but it worked well with one couple in the pavilion, and the other in the main bedroom. Heads up the pavilion is more private. The bedroom in the main house is behind a big pocket door, but the ceiling is open to sounds to/from the main living area. If you're getting jiggy, do it quietly - lol. The little pool is comfortably warm and private. Privacy is definitely not an issue here at all, even though there are other properties "nearby." We're kind of techie, and we were very pleased with the quality of the Wifi and the televisions. Beware the steep driveway! There are lots of steep roads in St. Thomas, and this driveway is no different. We got up and down in the Jeep rental just fine, but we took a taxi once, and she could not get her minivan up until we exited the vehicle. The landscaping in the pictures is NOT an exaggeration -- it is absolutely beautiful! The house is easy to keep cool. The appliances are all nice. There are some neat, less traveled beaches nearby, and you are away from the more populated parts of the island. Sherri the property manager was fantastic! She gave us a good introduction, then she left us alone. When the Wifi stopped working, she was responsive and came right over to reset the router. Terrific lady. This was not a complaint for us, but be aware the beds are very firm! Anyway, I highly recommend this rental -- we'll be back!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place and views

Amazing place and beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Villas!

Great location and view. Well taken care of. Property team was very informative, extremely friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend staying here and would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

D'Rae W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place!

We had the pleasure of staying in Rockworks April 6-11th. It was definitely not long enough! We had just finished a sailing trip and wanted to extend our vacation. I would highly recommend doing that. You could not ask for anything else at Rockworks. It has everything you could possibly want for an extended stay. It is situated on the side of the hill so the views are amazing! It’s a perfect location to get out and explore the island or to just stay and relax at the property. Sherri went ABOVE AND BEYOND! She met us in town so we could follow her. This was extremely helpful considering we drove on the opposite side of the road than what we’re used to. She also shared her favorite beaches and other places to visit. If we ever get back to St. Thomas, we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We had an amazing time at rock works. Sherri was very helpful and gave us lots of information and support. The view was beautiful and the home was perfect. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sherri Merritt

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I am the manager of Rockworks owner, John, and have been managing the villas since 1999. Rockworks started short term renting in 1997 and was finished building in 1996. I love what I do and have enjoyed our guests on many levels. We are blessed.

Why they chose this property

We are off the beaten path, west of Magen's Bay. We are close to one of the most secluded beaches that you may either use 4wd to get to or hike to via the rocky Dorothea beach below. This beach has no amenities so be sure to take water and snacks with you! It is one of our favorite spots and so peaceful. Few people even know about it!

What makes this property unique

Our terraced yard offers mangoes, bananas, plantain, coconut trees, lemon and lime trees, passion fruit, and even avocodo, but remember these things are seasonal and not always available. We always share what we have on hand!
We also are blessed with a lovely restaurant called Fish Bar and 2 very casual beach bars, The Shack at Hull Bay and Nomad's also on Hull Bay Beach just 1 mile away.

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