Casa Xubi | Oceanfront | Understated Luxury
Welcome to Casa Xubi. New modern architecture on a private peninsula with a pool and lap pool, gym, media room, rooftop terrace with jacuzzi, 5 king bedrooms (all with blackout curtains and 3 also with sleeper sofas), and a large "bunk room" for kids with three queen-over-queen bunk beds. 270 degree water views and private beaches steps from your door. Utmost comfort, security, and privacy. Minutes from restaurants and shops in Cruz Bay and USVI park beaches. Elevator to all floors.
About the Home
Casa Xubi is a Brazilian-inspired oceanfront villa on St. John's gated Ditleff Peninsula. Set on 2.76 acres, it pairs modern luxury with a peaceful, highly private setting and uninterrupted views across Fish Bay, Rendezvous Bay and the Atlantic, facing Virgin Islands National Park. There is room to come together and room to retreat, with 9,000+ sq ft of interiors plus approximately 7,000 sq ft of decks, pool and outdoor living areas. What Guests Love about Casa Xubi 🌊 Stunning 270-degree ocean views from a secluded peninsula setting, with the water and national park as your backdrop 🌅 Epic sunset views throughout the year, best enjoyed from the terraces or rooftop on a clear evening 🏖️ Sandy private beach access about a two-minute walk from the villa's driveway 🐠 Swimming and snorkeling among tropical fish, with a beach that is a protected nesting area for hawksbill and leatherback turtles 🏊 Generous recreation pool and a dedicated 100-foot lap pool for leisurely afternoons and morning workouts 💦 Rooftop jacuzzi seating seven, surrounded by ocean views and tropical planting 🔥 Terrace firepit with lounge seating, plus open space for sunset gatherings and quiet mornings 🛋️ Modern luxury finishes, custom teak furniture, a vaulted living room and expansive glass walls that bring scenary indoors 🛏️ Five-star hotel mattresses, quality furnishings and six en-suite bedrooms with balconies 🍳 Gourmet kitchen with quartzite surfaces and top-line appliances, plus an outdoor kitchen and BBQ grill 🍽️ Indoor and outdoor dining for 14, with an entertainment terrace for meals and time together 🍸 Three wet bars in the kitchen, pool veranda and media room; the pool bar has seating stools for six 🎬 Media room with a large Smart TV, sound system, wet bar and two balconies for movie nights or watching sports 🛗 Elevator connecting all three floors 🏋️ Gym with a treadmill and weights 📶 Starlink Wi-Fi for staying connected between beach days ☀️ Advanced solar power with generator 🌿 Peaceful gated-peninsula setting with generous oceanfront grounds and privacy from the bustle of town 🚗 Parking for up to five vehicles, with Cruz Bay's restaurants and shops a short drive away 🧺 Everyday comforts including air conditioning, a washer and dryer, linens, towels and bath essentials ☕ Well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, oven, stove, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, coffee maker, blender, cookware, dishes and wine glasses Pool details 🏊 The oversized pool area is designed for both leisure and exercise, with open ocean views that connect water, sky and the surrounding landscape. The recreation area measures 29 x 14 feet, with a shallow section sloping to a depth of 6 feet. Alongside it, the dedicated lap pool measures 7.5 x 100 feet. Loungers and tropical greenery frame the pool area, with an adjacent wet bar and bar stools for six. The shallow section does not replace adult supervision around the water. Sleeping arrangements • Trancoso: King bed, full sleeper sofa, outdoor shower, and balcony • Paraty: King bed, full sleeper sofa, and balcony • Taiba: King bed, full sleeper sofa, and balcony • Ipanema: King bed, full sleeper sofa, and multiple balconies • Copacabana: King bed and balcony • Bunk Room: Three queen-over-queen bunk beds with six queen mattresses in total and multiple balconies The villa has six full bathrooms and three half bathrooms for a total of nine. Wedding and events • Any weddings or events must be pre-approved prior to booking. There is a venue fee in addition to lodging • Maximum occupancy for this listing is 16 guests. Please reach out to us if you plan to have more than 16 guests. Activities and experiences • Swim and snorkel in the surrounding bays, or spend a relaxed day exploring St. John's beaches • Hike Virgin Islands National Park, explore historic ruins and petroglyphs, or choose a shorter nature walk • Book a private boat charter for snorkeling stops, a sunset outing or island-hopping, subject to conditions • Enjoy private-chef dining through local in-villa catering providers • Book private transportation for ferry transfers, beach days and island exploring • Unwind with an in-villa massage from a local provider Private chefs, transportation, charters and massage are available. They are booked separately, subject to availability and additional charges, and are not included in the rental. Nearby highlights • Ditleff beach: approximately a two-minute walk from the villa for beach time, swimming and snorkeling • Cruz Bay: approximately 12 minutes by car for restaurants, shops, the ferry waterfront and boat excursions • Trunk Bay: approximately 25 minutes by car for its beach and underwater snorkeling trail • Coral Bay: approximately 30 minutes by car to explore another side of St. John • Cinnamon Bay: combine a beach day with historic ruins and the half-mile Cinnamon Bay nature loop • Maho Bay: explore the beach and seagrass habitat where visitors may see sea turtles • Reef Bay Trail: a more demanding national-park hike with petroglyphs and historic sugar-mill ruins
Good to know
The nearby beach is a protected nesting area for hawksbill and leatherback turtles. Give turtles, nests and other wildlife space, and avoid disturbing coral or seagrass while snorkeling. Lobster catching is subject to current location-specific rules, size and catch limits, and protected-area restrictions. Some marine protected areas prohibit lobster harvest. Please confirm the current regulations before fishing or collecting marine life. Smoking and parties are not permitted and subject to fines. Any weddings or events must be pre-approved prior to booking. There is a venue fee in addition to lodging. Maximum occupancy for this listing is 16 guests. Please reach out to us if you plan to have more than 16 guests.
The Neighborhood
Casa Xubi offers a quiet oceanfront base in St. John's gated Ditleff Peninsula with uninterrupted views across Fish Bay and Rendezvous Bay toward Virgin Islands National Park. Cruz Bay is minutes away for dining out, shopping, and boat excursions, while the island's beaches and trails make easy day trips.
Guest Access
You and your guests have private access to the entire Casa Xubi compound and its surrounding area. An elevator serves all three floors.
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