Notes from the host
On The Rocks St John Near Chocolate Hole Beach
We're excited to announce that we're building the newest, coolest house on the island! As we're still under construction, we are now accepting bookings beginning February 1, 2025. More pictures coming soon.
If you are interested in Christmas week 2024, message us and you’ll be one of the first to hear if it becomes available.
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Welcome to On The Rocks, your new 5 bedroom, luxury vacation home in Estate Chocolate Hole on the stunning island of St. John in the Caribbean. This secluded tropical oasis offers unparalleled relaxation and unspoiled natural beauty that nourishes the mind, body, and soul. Surrounded by lush palm trees and bougainvilleas.
New 4-door Jeep Wrangler available at $125/day. (Available only during your stay).
The island is pretty small (8x3 miles), and most of the prettiest beaches are just about 10-15 minutes away. Our house is one of the closest to town and to the beaches!
You can either rent a jeep and go explore and see one or more beach each day, or there are open-aired taxis that go back and forth all day.
Upon your arrival to the island, your party can hop into one of the open-aired taxis to take up to the house. These will be lined up waiting for you off the ferry. Your host will meet you at the house.
If you rented the house jeep, it will be waiting for you in the driveway.
Once at the house, you will be given a tour and orientation, and your host will answer any questions you may have.
Conveniently located just 6 minutes from the ferry dock and only 1 minute from the Westin, On The Rocks is the perfect home base for your island adventures. You will have exclusive access to the entire house, including five luxurious bedrooms.
On The Rocks is also one of the few houses here with all paved roads directly to the driveway, and no steep switch-backs. This is a big plus!
The views from the house are amazing! Gorgeous Caribbean ocean views and palm trees from every room!
As you arrive at your paradise retreat, you'll be greeted by a private driveway making unloading luggage and provisions easy. Enter the beautiful foyer and you'll find two luxury king bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on this same level. On the lower level, you'll discover a third luxury master ensuite bedroom, gourmet chef's kitchen, laundry room, and living area with lots of comfortable seating. Step outside to the secluded private pool, cozy outdoor oasis meditation space, plenty of comfortable seating, and grilling area, perfect for cooking up the fresh local catch of the day.
The bedrooms are as follows:
- Bedroom 1: King with ensuite bath (balcony with outdoor seating looking out over pool and ocean)
- Bedroom 2: Two queen beds with ensuite bath (balcony with outdoor seating looking out over pool and ocean)
- Bedroom 3: King with ensuite bath (off kitchen, walk out to the pool)
- Bedroom 4: King
- Bedroom 5: King
(Bedrooms 4 and 5 share a full bathroom in the adorable Salt and Lime Cabana House!)
Enjoy the gourmet chef's kitchen fully equipped with premium cooking and entertaining essentials approved by our middle daughter, an amazing chef herself. Rest assured that you'll find all the Teflon-free and non-toxic cooking and bake ware you need by Green Pan Brand, along with a KitchenAid refrigerator, KitchenAid cooktop stove, oven, microwave, triple water filter, ground coffee maker, Keurig, plentiful gourmet cookware, and dinnerware.
Relax under the stars in the meditation oasis surrounded by palm trees, fruit trees, and the tranquil sounds of the island's birds and wildlife. Three yoga mats and a sound bowl are provided for your meditation practice. Sonos sound bars in every room and speakers outside by the pool make it easy to dance and unwind to your favorite music while meditating, relaxing, cooking, and swimming.
Other amenities include:
- Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi via Starlink
- Private gorgeous pool, secluded enough for skinny dipping!
- Solar panels with power wall battery storage for full power back up
- Plush bedding with luxurious organic cotton sheets and extra pillows
- 4K Samsung smart TVs in all bedrooms
- 75” 4K TV with Sonos sound-bar in living area
- Spa-like bathrooms with luxury shower-heads, blow dryers, and extra towels
- Complimentary organic vegan shampoo, conditioner, and body wash in all showers
- In-house safe
- Washer and dryer including all-natural laundry soap and fabric softener pods by Podds Brand
- Iron and ironing board
- Closet in entry foyer with lots of beach towels, 6 beach chairs, 4 snorkel sets including flippers for your use
- Outdoor grilling area with gas grill and propane included
- Large crockpot
- 100% smoke-free inside, however, enjoying God's happy plant in one of our dreamy outdoor spaces is granted. (Rules apply)
Your health and well-being are our top priority. That's why we're proud to be the first non-toxic, organic, all-natural vacation home on St. John. Our commitment to reducing environmental toxins is reflected in every aspect of our home, from the use of healthy natural soaps to our plush organic cotton towels and sheets. Our wall paint is even EOV free and made from crushed seashells! Our cleaning products are all-natural, too. We provide super-filtered drinking water and clean solar energy to ensure that you can relax and rejuvenate in a truly healthy and sustainable environment!
For more information about On The Rocks and things to do on St. John, please visit our website at www.ontherocksstjohn.com.
Email info@ontherocksstjohn.com or text 636-226-7873 to book directly and save on fees.
7 night minimum required for Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks.
We look forward to hosting you on the island!
https://www.ontherocksstjohn.com/
Ken and Carolyn Richards, Owners
636-226-7873, 636-697-3445, (emergencies) 850-278-6226
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Hosted by Carolyn Richards