Best view on St. Thomas
Review Submitted: May 6, 2009
Date of Stay: April 2009
Let me just start by saying that Theresa and Ed go out of their way to make things easy. All we had to do was enjoy our vacation.
Morning tea overlooking Magens Bay was the perfect way to begin each morning. Immaculate home, it's in a gated area, so it feels very safe. You won't really be walking anywhere, but other than Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas isn't set up for walking at all.
At Theresa's and Ed's suggestion, we hit Smith Bay Beach, about 10 minutes away. It was "out of a magazine" beautiful and we had it nearly all to ourselves. Entrance fee was $4 (I think). We'd also suggest dinner at Mafolie Restaurant on the road into Charlotte Amalie. Food and views were amazing.
We took the ferry over to St. John's. If you do so, make sure you're a capable driver. Curvy and steep don't begin to describe the roads. But if you go, head out to Coral Bay and Island Blues, a bar/restaurant on the water. Try the burgers.
Back on St. Thomas, Magens Bay was an obvious beach choice, 5-6 minutes away from Hawks View. Getting in during the day with a car is $10 (two people), but it's an enjoyable way to waste a day. Pizza and drinks at the bar overlooking the beach shouldn't be missed. If you're looking for a sunset, the beach is free, at least when we went in the evening after 5.
And make sure to stop off at Udder Delight between Hawks View and Magens Bay for an alcoholic milkshake. Personally, I'd recommend a "chocomint."
The home has everything you'd need, including a nice breeze, a grill and a wraparound deck.
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