Fully-appointed home away from home.
Located one mile north of Frederiksted town, the beach cottage is the perfect simple space for island living on the west end. Inside you'll find all the creature comforts including a fully-appointed kitchen and a TV that swivels from bedroom area to living space. Since we want to be outdoors more than in, you'll have a west-facing deck, outdoor tiled shower, and a charcoal grill and picnic table. Lock yourself and your vehicle in with the solar-powered gate clicker.
Air-conditioning
Strong internet
Alexa powered stereo and TV
Across the street from the beach.
Walking distance from beach bars
Perfect Sleeping & Indoor Space
Open-space 500 square foot cottage
King Size Bed
Sleeping area one includes King size bed, nightstands w/ reading lights, & armoire. The television can swivel towards the bed or the couch. Perfect sleeping with icy cold air-con.
L-Shaped Ikea pop-up couch
Indoor Living Area
Connect your streaming service and watch TV on a 43" flatscreen with Alexa stereo. This couch pops out to a Queen-bed and you'll find fresh linens tucked underneath.
Home away from home kitchen amenities
Full Kitchen
Choose to eat-out or dine-in. Featuring full-size appliances, French Press for coffee, Vitamix, & Instapot. There is even some pantry items available, perfect for those late arrivals.
Island Living is Outdoor Living
Open air hot/cold shower with privacy
Outdoor Shower
Island living is best when you can shower outdoors! Wash off the sand and hang your swimsuit up while feeling the sun on your skin and still being in your own little private oasis.
A porch for anytime of the day
BBQ Grill and Picnic Table
The weather is usually great for an afternoon picnic. We even set you up with some charcoal and grill tools. We can give you a list of where to buy the grilling food!
Every beach on St. Croix is public
Rainbow Beach
Arguably one of the best beaches on St. Croix, it's just a few hundred feet away. Beach chairs provided or West End Watersports can set you up with some loungers and an umbrella.
Tour the neighborhood
Drone credit to Taj Washburn, 13
Just steps from the closest beach and with access to ten beaches within a mile. West is best when it comes to beaches!
Stay at our adorable beach cottage and you'll have the perfect sleeping space to enjoy the great outdoors.
Located just across the road from the beach. Enjoy the cooling trade winds and tropical views of St Croix. This newly constructed Caribbean cottage features a full kitchen and all the appliances you can image including a Vitamix and Instapot.
This private cottage is down 68 steps to one beach, but if that one doesn't suit your fancy, just take a few more steps.
Frederiksted Things To Do
Watch for the Green Flash
Every sunset show is unique and free! Don't stare but as the sun drops into the Sea, it has been known to flash green for a second.
For a small admission fee, you can freely explore this Danish fort built in the 1700s, now a U.S. National Historic landmark.
Sunset sail, full moon sail, and day sails available. This charter is based out of Frederiksted. There are others in Christiansted.
Rent a jetski, kayak, paddleboard, chairs & umbrella, and so much more. Walking distance on Rainbow Beach.
Morning Beach
Swing by a beach, any beach (they are all public in the Virgin Islands) in the AM and enjoy the natural shade cover and minimal crowds.
Ever want to ride a horse on the beach? Cruzan Cowgirls can make this dream happen. They also are a horse rescue organization.
Bike tours on the west end and beyond. Explore the island on two wheels and learn about our nature and culture along the way.
Start at Gecko headquarters in Frederiksted and ATV through the rainforest and around the west end of our island. Super fun!
Hike - Walk
The west end road is perfect for a morning run or walk. Or enjoy coffee from your private porch and say hi to the walkers & cyclists.
Crucian Heritage and Nature Tourism links you to the rich traditions of St. Croix's history and culture. They offer classes, tours, and more.
Learn about the rum made on St. Croix for hundreds of years and even taste a little too.
Offering amazing art exhibits, classes, performances, and events on Fsted waterfront.
If you have a Frederiksted business, that we should list here, reach out to Sara!
This is just the start.
West End Dining
Our neighborhood bar & restaurant featuring pub fare, fun cocktails, and perfect views.
Frederiksted's original icecream. Family owned & operated for generations. Try the gooseberry!
Frederiksted organic farm featuring slow-down dinners, farm tours, and local organic produce.
From steaks to fresh fish, Six Nine delivers a lovely dinner while in Frederiksted.
Fresh baked artisinal goods and one or two meal options from her cart in the rainforest or the food truck in town.
Like dining at your abuela's kitchen, be sure to ask if they have local lobster or conch.
This is NOT a complete list, but some of our favorites.
If you want to be added to this list, just let us know.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get to St. Croix?
There are direct flights to STX (airport code) from Miami, San Juan, Charlotte, Atlanta, and St. Thomas.
Do I need a passport?
When arriving in St. Croix, you don't go through U.S. Customs. When you leave, you wil go through Customs. You must be prepared to show evidence of citizenship upon leaving the territory (such as a government issued photo ID). GoToStCroix does a great job explaining this.
Will I need a car?
There is so much to see on St. Croix and some of it does require a car. We recommend a car rental at least for part of your stay.
There are taxis to/from the airport and public taxivans to/from Christiansted/Frederiksted. There is NO Uber on St. Croix.
What is St. Croix like?
Beyond the beaches, St. Croix is a beautiful real Caribbean island with a deep culture and history. St. Croix has flown seven different flags. As with any location, be a traveler and not a tourist and experience the real St. Croix.
Can I island hop to the other Virgin Islands?
When making plans, be sure to leave plenty of time between transport. Ferries and intra-island flights get cancelled due to weather or mechanical issues often. BUT, it is possible.
Where can I learn more about visiting St. Croix?
Check out GoToStCroix. They will link you to all the best websites.
Guests Are Saying...
I was their first Airbnb guest. She was a perfect host and provided lots of special touches…I arrived late and found milk and beverages in the frig and lots of condiments and other special surprises. There was even a papaya tree with a perfectly ripe fruit ready to be picked…Yum! I would certainly recommend this cottage!
Betsy, Airbnb
Our stay on the west end at Ethan & Sara's was just what our little family needed. Everything was easy, secure and tidy and clean. Sara was responsive and had so many suggestions about things to do on the entire island. We will definitely be back.
Leslie, Airbnb
Ethan and Sara thought of everything in this cottage. You can tell that it was lived in prior to renting it. I can't believe they built it! I hope to stay there over and over again on all my St. Croix visits.
Kim, family
Frederiksted Beach Cottage
This is a new Airbnb listing, but rest assure, last season was all 5-star reviews and the service will be the same this year.