St. Croix Eco-Friendly Lodging
Some of the best places to stay on St. Croix are the ones that bring you closest to nature. Eco-friendly lodging will truly make you feel like you are on vacation. Listen to the tree frogs singing you to sleep, and the birds serenading you in the morning. The tropical breeze passes through your room, cooling it without any effort at all. The stars and the sky provide all the comfort you'll need to feel at home in the natural state that St. Croix's tropical climate can offer. Try camping in a tree house made from exotic wood that came from the very forest you are staying in. Relax in an eco-villa with ocean views and shade trees. Explore the many ways to be as close to outdoors as you can —St. Croix is a nature lover's paradise.
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Leave your cell phone, TV and laptop at home and tune into the peaceful surroundings of nature at one of St. Croix's eco-lodges. Photo courtesy VISFI, Tim Olive. |
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Castle Nugent
South Shore, Christiansted
340-773-1508
CNSenepol.com
Castle
Nugent Farms Guesthouse is a historical "Overseer's" house
situated on 1900 rolling acres facing the beautiful Caribbean Sea.
Dating back to a land grant in 1730, Castle Nugent has been a cotton
plantation, sugar plantation, and indigo producer. Today, Castle Nugent
remains a reputable cattle operation featuring the famous Senepol
cattle, a breed created on St. Croix. These handsome cattle add to
the fun of staying at Nugent! From the guesthouse, you have immediate
access to a pool, secluded beach, historic ruins, and great hiking
and biking. Fine dining, shopping, and golf are a short car ride away.
But what's most special about Castle Nugent is what it doesn't have
-- crowds!
Read more about
hiking at Castle Nugent, or general
information about the Farm.
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Northside
Valley
2 Estate Northside
877-772-0558 or 340-772-0558
NorthSideValley.com
Northside Valley 's six acres of Caribbean landscape enthrall the ecologically-inspired traveler. The seven villas that dot the valley afford lovely sea views. Stargaze or relax on your villa’s deck and enjoy tropical breezes wafting by. High ceilings, wide windows, and native trees cool our guests as well as draw attention to the villa's island setting. The crystal-clear blue water at Northside Valley 's beach
intices the avid snorkeler. Our guests report sightings of turtles, colorful seafans, and the big-eyed squirrel fish. Trek a few more yards to investigate the tidal pools at Monk's Bath.
Our seven villas in close proximity provide the perfect opportunity for group events such as reunions, destination weddings, and fitness/spiritual retreats.
Escape to the simple living at Northside Valley where our beautiful surroundings and sustainable practices envelop you in peace.
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Virgin Islands Sustainable Farm Institute
West End Rain Forest, at Creque Dam Farm
340-332-8255 or 706-534-5033
VISFI.org
Visit the Virgin Islands Sustainable Farm Institute -the Virgin Islands' only certified Organic and Green Globe destination -a sprawling 200-acre conservation forest farm with comfortable guest
cabanas, a seasonal variety of personal workshops, garden tours, and healing arts. See why VISFI was ranked as a 'Top 100 Blue List' island travel activities in the world in 2007, a top 25 'New Favorite' in the Caribbean in 2008 (by ISLANDS Magazine), and a top 'Geotourism' project in the world by National Geographic's Center for Sustainable Tourism Destinations. Personal or group overnight retreat options range from affordable bunkhouse beds to the stately Hawk's Nest. We are not a hotel, but an agro-eco farm with an experience to share. Group retreats and workshops are welcome. Email us directly at farmstay@visfi.org
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Mount
Victory Camp
Creque Dam Road, Frederiksted
866-772-1651
MtVictoryCamp.com
Have a real Caribbean
adventure! Experience our small valley farm nestled in the cool
hills of St. Croix's west end. Stay in uniquely handcrafted bungalows
made from local tropical hardwoods. Mount Victory offers a peaceful
and relaxing retreat only five minutes up the hill from white sand
beaches. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding
or just exploring this scenic part of the island. This
is "camping" at its most comfortable with handmade teak
beds with linens, efficiency kitchens, hot showers in a clean
tiled bath house. Experience our herb gardens, tropical
fruit trees, historic ruins and land tortoises Our goal is
to provide access to the natural beauty, incredible foods
and wonderful music that makes St. Croix so special. Se habla
espanol, on parle francais, nou pale creole See
you soon! — Bruce and Mathilde
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