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5BR waterfront estate Ben Runnels Gut

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The brief

The reason to consider it.

This extraordinary waterfront estate on St John features over 800 feet of pristine shoreline and direct access to the Caribbean Sea. The estate includes four king suites, an expansive bunk room, and elegant indoor and outdoor living spaces designed for luxury island living and grand entertaining.

A private dock ensures effortless access to the water, with breathtaking views extending over the VI National Park to the British Virgin Islands, ideal for capturing sunrises and sunsets. Outdoor amenities include two secluded beaches, a lush lawn, and a panoramic pool, all of which crown this iconic estate where privacy, beauty, and adventure converge.

Property Details:

  • Year Built: 2025
  • Total Approx. SqFt: 9,482
  • Approx. Int Sqft: 4,051
  • Cistern Capacity: +/- 91,000 gallons
  • Zoning: W-1 Water Front
  • Condition: Excellent
  • MLS #: 26-71
  • Taxes: $3,799.31 (2025 tax year)

Last confirmed

Year built
2025
Type
Villa
Land
51,462 ft²

What this listing includes

  • Pool
  • Beachfront
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Wi-Fi
  • Air conditioning
  • Furnished
  • Kitchen

What people say about US Virgin Islands

Sources agree that the US Virgin Islands is simple to enter for Americans, since it is US territory, but costly to run once there.

  • Concern WAPA electricity is expensive and outages are routine; backup power is treated as standard
  • Concern Insurance is a hard market: higher premiums, large percentage windstorm deductibles, trouble for wood-frame homes; flood is separate
  • Mixed Closings are attorney-led, take longer than on the mainland, and need a USVI-licensed lender; surveys matter on irregular hillside lots
  • Mixed Condo costs are driven by windstorm insurance; check reserves and master policy before buying

Read what people say, based on 14 sources

Cost of entry

The asking price is not what it costs.

What completing costs

US dollars

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