Reviews of Property: Meritage Great House

Dear Meritage,

Thank you for letting us stay at your home the week of May 9th. We really enjoyed our stay on the island, the view from Meritage's balconies, the convenience to town, the nature, and wonderful beaches.

We loved the iguana tree next to your home and the visiting Pearl-Eyed Thrashers. It was lovely to have the option to cool off in the dipping-pool overlooking the beautiful view.

Thanks again; hope you have a great summer.....

Kim & Scott

This magnificent house was more than we expected for our honeymoon stay. The many different views from the decks, swimming pool area, living room, bedroom left us in awe of St. John and our stay at the Meritage House. It was truly a blessing and would recommend it to any vacationer whether couples, families or honeymooners. We can't express how much we enjoyed our stay.

What a wonderful place to stay! This is our second trip to St. John and we were returning to celebrate our 15th wedding anniversary. The house is very large and more importantly the decks are spacious. We really enjoyed sitting on the various decks and enjoying the sun and views. We timed our trip right because the owner had just finished redoing various things around the house. The rooms are tastefully decorated and the paint job is unbelievable some of the ceilings are painted to look like the sky and the living room walls look like there are shutters on the windows but it is really paint. I was impressed! There is construction going on across the harbor but it didn't really bother us as we were up early anyway and it was only a small portion of the 180 degree view from the deck. The house is located just a short drive from Cruz Bay and not too far from the North Shore Beaches. The location was great!
We really liked that we could walk down to a beach from the house. We also hiked around the hill across Hart Bay for a wonderful 360 degree view.
The pool was nice and sunny and the hot tub was extremely private. Gus was very helpful and we appreciate his restaurant recommendations. We were there by ourselves but it would be an easy place to stay with four couples as there are 4 master bedrooms from which to choose. There were also many different sitting areas on the various decks so there was ample space to read or chat. We really enjoyed the Meritage House - it was well taken care of and a pleasure to stay at.

We are about to return to Meritage for the fourth time -- our sixth trip to St John. Why? We love it there. It gives us everything we need in a vacation. If you have been to the island, it goes without saying, just look at any photo. But why Meritage?
You arrive in Cruz Bay and are greeted by Gus(property manager) who will get you situated at the house,orient you to the house and island,(where to eat,buy food,help you with car rental(if you haven't done that before arrival)and help you to schedule anything else you may want during your stay).
Within minutes you arrive. The house is beautifully decorated and laid out just as it should be. The rooms all have private entrances on different levels or directions , which is great when you need your down time. They have all the amenities and AC...which is important really only for sleeping after days at all the different beaches . There are multiple comfortable seating areas to gather and gaze out at the ocean. This is just a great place to go to reconnect with friends and family but still have spots to read and rest.
It is easy to find food and beverage for great vacationing. There are many fine restaurants (ask Gus) all easy to get to but you can also just pick up supplies for your own barbecue,or take out from Joe's BBQ. My favorite is: Returning to the house after a day in the sun and salt. and easing back into the pool(wash off that salt please!) to get rid of the heat that felt so good all day. The spectacular sunsets with the islands in silhouette. Or maybe the hike down to Hart Bay to look for seashells. Making Key lime pie from the tree outside the back door (the ripe ones are on the ground).Taking an all day boat ride,snorkeling and beach bar hopping (ask Gus). Getting a massage in your own room (ask Gus) No he doesn't do THAT! but he can help you arrange it. Watching the iguanas in the tree tops below. This property has everything for a memorable, relaxing vacation: necessities, well thought out amenities, and aesthetics. Everyone that has joined us there wants to go back including those returning with us in November. If you want the home sweet home feeling in the islands, this is it. Thank you, Thank you!