My wife and I have been coming to St. John for nearly 25 years and have stayed in many different houses. The Beach House is probably our favorite. Tricia, the host, is extremely responsive, and Robin, the house manager is an absolute gem. Although you don't get the "lights of St. Thomas" view that you may get from other parts of the island, the view from every room in the house is spectacular and there is not a sound but the waves crashing just steps away. The house was incredibly clean, comfortable, and set up for complete privacy. You can tell that a lot of thought went into every wonderful design choice in the home, from the layout to the furniture to the tile, and the best shower we've ever seen. The location of the house also is awesome, especially if you aren't looking to spend a lot of evenings in Cruz Bay. So close to so many amazing snorkel locations. Walk to the Brown Bay trail and snorkel to the Hurricane Hole mangroves from the house. It is also convient to the East End, all of the South side snorkel spots, and a lot closer than you would think to the North shore beaches. There is even some good snorkeling right in front of the house. We saw a spotted eagle ray twenty feet off the beach on our last morning. And to top it all off, you've got Skinny Legs just a few minute drive away! The Beach House was absolute heaven, and we can't wait to come back.