After two years of restoration by the Virgin Islands Trail Alliance, (between 2024-2026) this once-overgrown landscape has been transformed into an accessible green space where visitors can enjoy easy walking trails, explore historic ruins, and learn about the island’s rich cultural heritage. Native and fruit trees have been planted throughout the property, while interpretive signs introduce visitors to the estate’s fascinating history and the surrounding natural environment.

Estate Windsor has a story that spans centuries. Once a Danish colonial sugar plantation, the property later became home to the St. Croix Dairy Farm, supplying fresh milk to Island Dairies, a familiar name to generations of Virgin Islanders. Today, the surviving windmill, dating to 1756, and historic sugar works offer a glimpse into the island’s plantation era and the lives and labor of the enslaved Africans who helped shape St. Croix’s history.

Beyond its historic significance, Estate Windsor invites visitors to slow down and enjoy the outdoors. Wander along the restored trails, discover the area’s native plants and wildlife, or take a moment to relax in the outdoor community learning center. Beautiful handcrafted benches and picnic tables, created by the young people at My Brother’s Workshop, provide a comfortable place to gather, enjoy the surroundings, and connect with others.

Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or simply looking for a peaceful place to explore, Estate Windsor offers a meaningful opportunity to experience another side of St. Croix.

Estate Windsor is a wonderful example of how St. Croix’s history and natural environment can be preserved while creating new opportunities for the community and visitors to enjoy.

Learn more about the Virgin Islands Trail Alliance at vitrails.org

See more about the walking trails HERE