Testimonials for Banana Cabana - Eden Place

What a wonderful stay our family has had. We hit most of the beaches but having young children we found Maho with its shallow waters and short beaches to be the best for us. We took the day trip to the Baths-WOW! My husband rented a boat and took us on a day trip to the Willy T, Foxy’s and the Indians for snorkeling-incredible! The house was great, it had everything we needed plus some things we didn’t. On our last night I called my husband downstairs because there was a scorpion in front of the dryer! My husband lived here for several months and I’ve been here before and neither of us knew there were scorpions here! Yikes! But still pretty cool to actually see one out in nature. Thanks for the great stay
IN , 08/2009

We loved the Banana Cabana. Our favorite restaurants were Rhumb Lines and Skinny Legs.  Out favorite beaches were Waterlemon and Brown Bay (although quite a hike it was worth it) The mosquitos were bad. The pool was wonderful, we didn’t mind it being shared.  We pretty much had to ourselves anytime we used it.  The neighbours were very friendly.  We had such a relaxing vacation!
OH , 04/2009

Favorite beach: Cinnamon Bay Favorite hike: Reef Bay Trail Favorite snorkeling: Waterlemon and Cinnamon Favorite restaurant: Aqua Bistro Favorite activity: Reggae night at Sputniks with Inner Vision Loved outdoor showers and well equipped kitchen!
01/2009

We loved “Banana Cabana” and the views looking out either side of Fortsberg and to the water. The weather was great, only real rain was the night we arrived. The house is well equipped but we did end up eating at several Coral Bay restaurants. We liked being able to walk to Skinny’s and Donkey Diner. Favorite snorkeling was at Salt Pond Bay, Little Lameshur, and Leinster Bay. Cinnamon Beach was beautiful and we even got in a little body surfing. I’m at avid birder and enjoyed the native species right from the decks. Our stay was a great relaxing break from our usual work lives and cold New England. Thanks,
Peter, Ruth and Emily , 01/2009

Let’s set the record straight-there will be no more whining at the Banana Cabana-look around people, you’re in Paradise! The guy with the mosquitos had a right to whine, but the rest of you – get over it! We loved the chips at Skinny Legs…great week that flew by, can’t wait to come back. The house was perfect, the neighbours were wonderful and every turn was more breathtaking than the last. Thanks again!
06/2007

Three previous trips to St. John coming daily on the car ferry-Coral Bay won our souls.  This time we sleep on the island!  Letting our stress drain out onto the sand…Nights at Aqua Bistro, burgers at Island Blues, Skinny Legs always a funky hangout.  First night at Shipwreck-good everything!  Disappointed in Bordeaux Mt and Paradiso-overrated and expensive. Close call on a corner with a bull-otherwise we were charmed by meeting the critters-chameleons, humming birds, chickens, goats, donkeys, lizards, crabs and mongoose.  The early evening vertical drama at East End is a must for newcomers and perhaps a sail to Jost Van Dyke.  We loved the hillside and harbour views which greeted us each morning on the many decks of Fiddler’s Green. Showers were great! Lily’s Gourmet Market seems to carry everything so that Cruz Bay seems unnecessary.  Thank you for sharing your tree house with us, we’ll be back!
Lee, Allegra, Dorchester, Chelsea , 05/2007

We came to St. John for my niece’s wedding-found this house via Windspree Vacation Homes. Since the group included me, my husband and my 80yro mother, we were a little surprised to find outdoor (and upstairs!) bathroom facilities, and a bit of hike to get to the pool. Critters were a problem in the bathrooms; there was a spider and some mosquitos. We grew to find the charm in this home though. Thanks for the new coffee pot! Got used to the roosters and the donkeys and it’s exciting to get here. Oh, a dustbuster would be nice to clean the car. Thanks again,
Paula, Reirhad, Dot , 04/2007

Another fun vacation on St. John. Experienced seeing our first shark while snorkeling! He was roaming the beaches in Lameshur and Little Lameshur Bay which was very disappointing as we always enjoy it there but were scared off this time. But great snorkeling there. Thank you,
NY , 02/2007

The four of us have been to St John 5-9-01 times. Two have stayed in Coral Bay 3 times before-we all loved our stay here.  We loved feeding the sugar birds each day and enjoyed the very well equipped kitchen for a few fish grilled dinners.  Thanks for the use of your home! A few suggestions: napkins, paper towels, laundry soap for one load… When we rented here in 1994 we arrived to a bottle of wine on our table! What a nice surprise!
CO and WI , 02/2007

We arrived after tropical storm Chris and were greeted by hordes  of mosquitos.  They were so thick and voracious that we couldn’t use the deck or the pool.  In some places like Cruz Bay and Hawksnest they weren’t bad, while others-Skinny Legs, Trunk Bay, Annaberg-- they were unendurable.  The netting in the upstairs bedroom helped some; the downstairs bedroom could use a net too.  Well, it is the tropics-but in 25 yrs of coming to the islands we’ve never seen anything like it! The house, incidentally, was hot. Maybe put ac in the bedrooms? I agree with the earlier guest who said the loft was not a good sleeping option. It’s about 10* hotter than the rest of the house. Enjoyed some great scuba diving with Low Key divers out of Cruz Bay. Crew members were all friendly and helpful. Snorkeling was good at both Hawksnest and Trunk Bay but we especially recommend snorkeling around the little cay at Cinnamon Bay. Haven’t yet found a memorable restaurant. People here have raved about Skinny’s but the mosquitos are fierce there right now. The burgers were good there, but they came with potato chips instead of fries. However we enjoyed our trip and hope to be back
NJ , 08/2006

What a great stay here on St. John.  After getting used to Centerline Rd. and the driveway, we enjoyed staying on the quieter side of St. John.  Some Must-Do’s: Day trip to the Baths and the Caves at Norman Island.  Rent a dinghy and go around the island to all the beaches that way.  Sunset sail.  Eat at Shipwreck Landing, Rhumb Lines and Café Roma. Thanks again!
GA , 06/2006

Great visit.  Lovely home.  Favorite restaurant: Lime Inn. Favorite beach: Cinnamon Bay-bring bug spray to all the beaches! Loved Island Blues. Great family vacation! Thanks!
SC , 02/2006

Our first time on St. John was a memorable one indeed.  After getting used to the driving and the roads, we settled into a relaxing and fun filled vacation.  The people on the island could not be any friendlier!  We especially liked the snorkeling at Cinnamon Bay, and we saw some amazing turtles at Waterlemon Cay.  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and thank the owners and the people at Windspree for providing us with everything we needed!
Christine and Bob , 02/2006

What a marvelous place you have here! It is very well equipped-don’t think we missed having anything we needed. Your neighbors are all very pleasant which also makes for a pleasant stay. The stars are incredible and the full moon provided us with all the “night light” we needed. We feel totally relaxed and rejuvenated-and that was the purpose of our stay. Many thanks!
MD , 01/2005

Without a doubt, the quietest place we’ve stayed in over the years.  If you listen carefully, it’s possible to hear the surf.  All the doors took some getting used to.  An interesting architectural concept.  I’m not sure I’d want to have anyone sleeping in the loft.  The downstairs bed room was brighter and airier than most other units so that was a plus.  It would have been better for me if the gate and drive had been a foot wider.  I was uncomfortable moving the jeep in and out with the result that I used space across the road. All in all a good visit- looking forward to next year.
Canada , 02/2004

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