MEET THE OWNERS

 

Most of the time you'll find us in the Chicago suburbs with our two dogs.  Our adult kids are always ready to join us on a trip to the island. St. John is the place everyone can agree on and bridges the 3 generations--kids, parents and grandparents!

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Villa Mangaade had everything we wanted in an island home and more.  We love the comfortable Caribbean architecture and the unique St. John stonework which became a favorite feature of ours in many of the villas we have rented on the island.  The layout of the property offers plenty of space and privacy for our family providing everyone with their own bedroom and bathroom.  Outdoor showers and an extensive outdoor entertainment area with a fabulous pool was a must.

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The biggest surprise of this property are the huge boulders that greet you when you first turn into the driveway and continue to the entrance. We are so fortunate to have this natural landscaping and continue to make these rocks a signature feature of the villa.

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The history of the property dates back to the Danish settlers.  When we met the builder of the house, Tom Bertalino, he told us the original name of the house, Villa Mangaade, which means Mango Lane.  We immediately decided it was great karma to restore this befitting name as the property is full of mango trees!  The natural beauty and relaxed vibe is what we love about St. John.  We'd love for you to share our island home and return year after year. 

 

--Keshav and Melissa Mithal