Sopra Mare was everything we expected and more. As soon as we arrived, we opened up the sliding glass wall and doors and felt like we were in paradise. We were pleasantly surprised by the villa's privacy and the tropical landscaping by the pool. We had wonderful breezes every day -- no need for A/C downstairs. The views were magnificent from every room and the location was perfect (just a short ride into town). We had Villa Foods stock our fridge prior to our arrival and it was truly wonderful to have everything waiting there for us. We just sat back with a frozen drink and relaxed as soon as we arrived. We cooked a few meals and found everything we needed in the fully stocked kitchen. Of course, the most important appliance was the blender. The staff at Viva Villas is just wonderful. Christine responded immediately to any questions we had along the way and checked in on us to make sure we were having a great time at Sopra Mare. Our greeter Andretti met us at the dock and was very sweet. She walked us to St. John Car Rental (book early) and we followed her to Sopra Mare. We could not have asked for better service. A fantastic vacation!
Wonderful..we're very happy to know that you enjoyed your 'fantastic' visit. Please do return soon!
We were generally very pleased. The 2 complaints we had were that the pool wasn't cleaned mid week as stated. The weather was good, so that wouldn't have prevented it from being cleaned. It wasn't cleaned until Friday. Also the washer had a horrible musty smell.
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The Sopra Mare was ready for us to enjoy. Just the place to go to unwind from the usual and enjoy the time away. Sopra Mare is a well thought out "guest house" to enjoy the open view of the Carribean Sea from wakeup time till go to sleep time. Open the folding doors on the south side of the main floor and the main bedroom and let the breeze do the work. We were completely impressed with the views and the thought put into our possible needs while there. We cooked in and on the grill and never needed anything for the kitchen - it was all there! We sat on the wrap-around porch and gazed across the water night after night...beauty to behold. Evenings brought shooting stars, the Southern Cross, and the breeze. Daytime brought the water and the beauty all around. We'll go back!
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Our trip was all I had hoped for and much more. The house and views were spectacular! I loved the location of the house because it was so convient to the grocery and Cruz Bay. We could not have found a more perfect place.
Pam & Scott, Thank you so much for taking the time to let us know more about your vacation experience. We're so pleased that you enjoyed your visit, St. John and Sopra Mare. We agree with your comments about the location of the villa and its views...amazing... and some of the most direct water views you'd see here on island! We look forward to your return visit!! The VIVA Team!
Great villa with even greater views. This is an amazing house!
Fantastic! Pease come back soon!
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Might want to get some type of window covering for the upstairs windows - the early morning light did not encourage slepping past 6:00 AM
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Sopra Mare was a beautiful property that offered great views...both sunrise & sunset, along with a great location on a bluff only 5 minutes from Cruz Bay. The owner had the villa fully equipped for a comfortable stay and we loved our time there. Would highly recommend and are hoping to return.
We agree...great colors of both the sunrise and sunset make Sopra Mare a special place indeed...please return soon! The VIVA Team!
We had a great time. It was definitely a different trip for us with a newborn. The accommodations were perfect for us. beautiful view from the balcony. Easy to get to grocery/restaurants/Cruz Bay by car.
Awesome! We're glad that the layout worked well for your group. Think of it...this time next year the baby will be walking...
Sopre Mare offers the vast unobstructed views of an ocean liner---sea forever in daylingt and the Milky Way in the pitch black sky at night. Windows on three sides of the well-designed new house and a small pool outside overlooking the ocean were star features for our week away from the northern winter. Snorkeling was only a short jeep ride away on white sand beeches in the National Park. Tennis was a five minute ride. Many fine restaurants surprised us, but grocery stores started at double Whole Food prices. An unforgettable luxury vacation on an island of nature. We can only gush.
Thanks so much for your feedback. We're delighted that you enjoyed your visit!
VIVA Villas did a good job of correcting the situation and I would definitely rent thru them again.
Thanks for your feefback Peter and for your coorperation that first "longggggg" night. We're happy that we got that a/c fixed and back up and running first thing the following morning.
My husband, daughter and I chose Sopra Mare as our home base for an early winter trip to St. John, looking forward to sunny beach days and doing some snorkeling and diving. We did enjoy each moment on, in and under the beautiful waters all around us, but what we had not anticipated was how much we would love coming “home” each day. From the moment we entered the gate of Sopra Mare, it too became a part of our wonderful St. John days and nights. The villa is beautifully designed and decorated with attention to every detail. On the two levels the entire side of the villa overlooking the sea is floor to ceiling windows that open completely. You are close enough to the water to hear the waves yet you have the sensation of being suspended in the sky with a perfect perch for watching the amazing Caribbean sunrises, sunsets and rainbows. At night the star filled sky surrounds you, truly a falcon's roost (We were delighted to have a female kestrel visit us each evening). Yet with this very private view we also had a location convenient to Cruz Bay. Viva Villas helped make our arrival, stay and departure seamless and care free. It was a great vacation!
Fantastic ! Thank you so much for your feedback! We're so happy that you enjoyed your visit and agree whole-heartedly that Sopra Mare is a great property. The VIVA! Team!
Super! We're happy that you enjoyed your visit!
We loved our stay at Sopra Mare! It was a beautiful house in a spectacular location. We look so forward to staying at Sopra Mare again the future and highly recommend this house to anyone looking to stay in St. John!
Sopra Mare was brand new when we arrived. We were the first to use the house and everything was meticulously clean and fresh. The chef (my husband) gives the kitchen 5 stars for equipment and counter space. No matter where you stand in the house the view is stunning. We were so comfortable we barely ventured out for the first few days. We will be back!