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Jun 13

Testimonial: Best Week Ever

100% as advertised and pictures are the real deal. Excellent house and amenities and it was an unbelievable week of beach hopping via car and boat. Proximity of house to stores and restaurants is perfect. Grill and kitchen setup was great to make meals on site. Pool and hot tub setup is outstanding. We will be back! #andantebythesea #andante #usvirginislands #usvi #villa #pool #vacation #hottub #tradewind #beaches

May 30

Testimonial: Overlooking Paradise

Andante is beautifully located at the top of Iguana Rd/Hawk Hill which overlooks 2 beautiful bays. It's a short ride (about 10 min) from Cruz Bay and only about 5 min from the local grocery. We took a trip as 2 couples and stayed for a week in this lovely villa. The gorgeous entry is lined with tropical plants and beautiful stone, well lit for evening/night returns. The kitchen is well stocked with anything you may need for your stay. The outside decks get a great breeze to a

Dec 12, 2021

Testimonial: 5 Stars

Andante by the Sea is 5 stars all around. Great owners, fantastic communications, helpful staff when checking in, and outstanding views all around! We loved the location at the top of the hill with great views of Hart's Bay, Chocolate Hole, and St. Thomas lights. You are close to Cruz Bay but far enough away for peace and quiet. We highly recommend this place and would not hesitate to book again. #andantebythesea #andante #usvirginislands #usvi #villa #pool #vacation #hottub

Sep 21, 2019

Favorite Vacation Spot

We recently came across this in our own Boston Globe... "Favorite vacation destination? St. John in the US Virgin Islands is my favorite spot. I love to spend time in the water and the snorkeling there is by far the best: You can swim off any of the world-class beaches and quickly find amazingly colorful fish around the vibrant coral reef, and swim with families of sea turtles any time, any day. My most exhilarating water experience was while I was swimming in Maho Bay, when

Nov 7, 2018

Restoration Thank You's

I wish I had taken pictures of all the wonderful folks that have helped us in getting the house back together, but I’ll keep on adding folks as we go along. We are perpetually and enormously grateful to all the skilled craftsmen on the island, some of whom we already knew, and some who we had the pleasure of meeting after the storms. Here are a few: Jamari Powell is one of the team of three, headed by musician, painter and gardener Paul Samms, and also including Ipaul. We k

Nov 7, 2018

Our Latest St. John Visit: Arrival

Rich and I returned to St. John in mid August, after Rich had spent several months in the winter and spring at Andante overseeing the repairs and restoration. While he stayed into mid-April to make sure the last finishing touches got done, I had already left to return to work. I didn’t get a chance to see the house painted, the landscaping completed, the pool up and running, or all the construction debris removed until we returned in August. What a treat! We arrived in the la

Jun 23, 2018

Testimonial: Exceeded Expectations

I am still suffering from re-entry into real life after 10 glorious days on St. John and in your wonderful house... Just wanted to send you an email to tell you how wonderful our stay at Andante was. We had a perfect trip and Andante exceeded our expectations in every way. I slept in the master bedroom and slept with the doors open and the tradewinds blowing in from the east every night. We opened the windows in the kitchen and living room when we were there during the day a

Jun 28, 2017

St. John is the Family Vacation Location

St. John is a perfect vacation spot for families with young – or not so young – kids. It truly has something for everyone from lounging and relaxing to hiking and swimming. St. John has pristine water and the beaches have white, silky sand and gentle entrances. Younger children can stay at the water’s edge and watch little fish swimming by. St. John is the perfect spot to introduce your kids (or anyone else) to the joys of swimming or snorkeling. Stay with us at Andante and t

May 16, 2017

Extended Stays

Are you looking to time your getaway with cheaper airfare or a longer stay when Andante isn't available? You aren't alone. Obviously we all want to get the most bang for our buck when it comes to vacations, and maximizing your time in paradise certainly makes sense! Since we require Saturday-to-Saturday weeklong stays at Andante, or Saturday arrival or departures for stays greater than 7 days, you may easily find yourself wondering what your best options are. We have found th

Feb 9, 2017

St. John Exploration & Relaxation

Does sitting around on a beach or poolside sound like the perfect vacation for you? What about your partner? Maybe you're someone who would rather snorkel, hike or go island bar hopping on a chartered boat trip. Lucky for you, St. John is the perfect destination for all of this. No one needs to sacrifice their dream vacation. You can have it all with a little give and take. Strike a balance and have the perfect stay at Andante by the Sea. When You Want To Explore: Get out the

Dec 12, 2016

Couples Vacations

Looking to get away just the two of you? Reserve the villa all to yourselves. Have a group looking for the ultimate in relaxation and privacy, with great communal shared spaces? Andante is the perfect fit for you! Fill the villa and share the costs. Each of the villa's three bedrooms have their own full bathroom, personal air conditioning unit for zoned comfort, and sea views. The master bedroom has a canopied king bed, while both of the guest bedrooms have two twin beds that

Dec 1, 2016

Testimonial: Wonderful Stay

Having previously stayed at a St John resort and various condos, we decided to try out a villa. This house was wonderful! The amazing view, clean house, and proximity to Cruz Bay was most enjoyable and appreciated. This house worked very well for our family of four, and we would absolutely return. We have no hesitation or reservation to recommend Andante by the Sea to others. We fully agree with all of the positive comments from previous reviews. Wonderful house with a beauti

Nov 20, 2016

Holiday Vacations

Holiday season have you stressed out? Ready to throw up your hands in defeat? Don't let it get you down. Andante is your solution. Plan ahead to get out of town and spend time making memories at Andante. If you're like many who have to brave holiday travel every year anyways, why not meet someplace warm and tropical? (St. John in December? YES PLEASE!) Or maybe you're sick of staying put with a full house – cleaning, cooking, and cleaning all over again. It's an exhausting t

Aug 18, 2016

Testimonial: The Island Is Beautiful

We just wanted to drop a note to say thanks for allowing us to enjoy your beautiful home on St. John. We had a wonderful time on our vacation there last week. We had forgotten how beautiful the island is. (It had been almost 24 years!) Outside of a couple of rainy days, we couldn't have asked for a better vacation. We enjoyed beach days at Trunk, Cinnamon and Hawksnest, snorkeling, swimming and lounging. We spent a couple days at the house just relaxing and enjoying the pool

Aug 13, 2016

What You Like Best

This is what we like to hear! When we chose this location for Andante by the Sea, we fell in love with a view that is second to none. It takes your breath away. We're happy to hear that you agree. Here are some comments from our past guests about what they liked best about the villa and their time at Andante by the Sea. HERE'S WHAT SOME OF OUR GUESTS LIKE BEST: "Killer views! Pool and hot tub, indoor and outdoor tables, beach chairs and towels." "EVERYTHING!" "Sitting at

Aug 11, 2016

Testimonial: Beautiful, Stunning

Our family had the most relaxing and perfect vacation! The house was wonderfully equipped and had all the amenities one may need, from cooking on the grill to preparing morning breakfast! We loved the lazy days by the pool and the constant Tradewind breezes. Nights were star-filled while relaxing in the hot tub. Thank you for sharing your house – we could not have had a more perfect vacation! #villa #vacation #pool #deck #breezes #tradewind #saintjohn #stjohn #usvi #usvirgini

Jul 27, 2016

Villa Upgrades Galore

Since we want our home-away-from-home to be yours too, we take all of your feedback, comments and reviews very seriously. We read each and every one and strive to respond to each personally wherever and whenever we can. Like anything that gets use, we knew it was time to replace and upgrade items around the villa. You spoke – WE LISTENED! RECENT IMPROVEMENTS INCLUDE: NEW Great Room Furniture NEW Bedroom Mattresses NEW 100% Cotton Sheet Sets NEW Stainless Steel Appliances Fren

Jul 13, 2016

Testimonial: The Views Are Incredible

Our family of 6, including two teenage daughters, spent a week enjoying St. John in the Virgin Islands. This villa was perfect for our needs and I would highly recommend it. From the get-acquainted information from Dan right up to the very last minute, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Everything you could possibly need to make your vacation a memorable one was provided. Sometimes it's the little things that count, and in this case, it was the beach bags pre-packed with huge be

Jul 8, 2016

Testimonial: Paradise on Earth – Fabulous Views

This was our first visit to St. John, and we already know we will definitely be back! Andante is a wonderful place - the views are 180+ degrees and absolutely gorgeous. The property owners, Rich and Marilyn care a great deal about the experience of those who stay, and it shows at every step in the process. The villa is decorated like a home, not a rental. There were great supplies for beach goers (chairs, coolers, blankets, beach bags) and also some snorkeling gear and pool f

Jun 21, 2016

Testimonial: Already Planning Our Next Visit

Soooo glad we did this. We have been on a natural high ever since we stayed here. It was just the escape we needed from our crazy lives. This is the most beautiful, healing place I have ever been too. I loved lounging on the hammock with my book and listening to the waves for hours. The lower deck was my favorite hangout because of the shade. I can't take too much sun and the views from the hammock are indescribably gorgeous. The kids took over the pool from sun up to well in

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