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Stay at a Charming Historic Property


Imagine waking up on your Caribbean vacation in a comfortable, air-conditioned room and stepping out onto your private balcony to look out over a lush, tropical property scattered with historical ruins. That’s the stuff dreams are made of, right? Well, here on St. Croix you can find historic accommodations that will allow you to read a book in a secluded garden surrounded by sugar plantation ruins, or dine inside an 18th century sugar mill overlooking the Caribbean Sea. Come and enjoy the remains of the past and the comforts of the modern world all in one place!

At some of St. Croix’s historic properties, modern hotel conveniences await you in buildings dating back hundreds of years. In fact, many of the island’s historic properties can be found on plantation grounds that date back to the 1700s. You can choose historic accommodations ranging from a private villa to a small inn, or even a full service resort. In addition to  providing many of the comforts of home, these properties offer everything from historic sugarmill ruins, to lush tropical gardens and breathtaking ocean views. Don’t you just love it when history, culture and modern comfort come together?

The newly-renovated Mermaid Room at Victoria House

If you like the idea of staying on a historic property, but also want to enjoy all the amenities and activities you could possibly want, The Buccaneer is the place for you. The Buccaneer is a completely modern resort with a fascinating historical background dating back to the mid-1600s. In addition to being the longest running family-owned resort in the Caribbean, and home to a Danish governor, the property history includes being used as: a sugar mill and factory, a cotton farm, and a cattle estate. The Buccaneer resort is spread over rolling green hills and boasts stunning white sand beaches, scenic ocean vistas and an iconic sugar mill. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities including snorkeling, kayaking, golf, a fitness trail, a full service spa, several restaurants and bars, shopping, and much more.

You can also stay at the oldest hotel on St. Croix, right in the heart of Christiansted, at Club Comanche. Established in 1756 as a townhouse for a Danish Doctor, it is one of the oldest buildings in town and has been home to the Comanche Hotel since 1948. The hotel suites have been fully restored and furnished with West Indian antiques and replicas. This boutique hotel offers modern amenities and the property features a pool overlooking the boardwalk.

Club Comanche / Hotel St. Croix

Club Comanche (Hotel St. Croix) in downtown Christiansted

Looking for something a little more private and exclusive? Feather Leaf Inn is a 19 acre estate with a small inn and houses. Historic plantation ruins and the great house date back to 1760, and the grounds are covered with old growth trees and lush gardens. Extensive historical research was done by the current owners, and after several years of careful and loving restoration the property is now available for guests.

Feather Leaf Inn at Butler Bay on the West End of St. Croix

You can also stay on the waterfront in Frederiksted at the lovingly restored Victoria House. Built in the late 18th century, Victoria House has been newly renovated into a small boutique hotel with studio, one and two bedroom suites fully equipped situated right on the waterfront in downtown Frederiksted

Victoria House sits right on the Frederiksted waterfront

If you love history, take advantage of the opportunity to stay at one of St. Croix’s beautiful historic properties. Step back in time as you explore centuries old ruins, surrounded by the tropical flora and picturesque ocean views the Caribbean offers. For more information on St. Croix’s historic accommodations, please visit our Historic Properties page. Whichever property you choose, enjoy touching part of St. Croix’s past while enjoying the present and making new memories.

– Jennie Ogden, Editor

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