88 Water Island SS, St. Thomas,

New Listing
$4,000,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 3 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 10,684 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 141,134 Status: Active
Current Price: $4,000,000 List Date: 3/02/2026 Last Modified: 3/02/2026

Description

Perched at the highest point of Providence Hill on 3.24 acres, 88 Water Island is widely regarded as one of--if not the--most extraordinary private residences on Water Island. With commanding views to the East, South, and West over the Caribbean Sea, and St. Thomas to the North, this landmark property offers a rare combination of history, privacy, craftsmanship, and panoramic beauty. Originally selected by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during World War II as a strategic observation and communications site, the property's iconic three-story steel-reinforced concrete tower remains a defining feature. In the early 2000s, the estate was thoughtfully rebuilt and expanded by renowned Virgin Islands architects John Woods AIA and Jaredian Design Group

Supplements: blending traditional West Indian plantation-style architecture with enduring, hurricane-resilient construction. The result is a residence that feels both timeless and purpose-built for island living. The main residence and separate structures total 5,326 square feet under roof, with thoughtfully designed indoor and outdoor living spaces that flow seamlessly together. Vaulted cypress ceilings soaring up to 20 feet, Saltillo tile floors throughout, and extensive use of custom South American mahogany--doors, windows, cabinetry, trim, and shutters--all contribute to the home's warmth and authenticity. The great house is naturally ventilated by constant trade winds, while the private master suite offers air conditioning, sweeping ocean views, and a stone outdoor shower. Designed for both self-sufficiency and entertaining, the estate features a 28' x 20' swimming pool, spa, expansive tiled terraces, and a beautifully restored pool pavilion with a 12-foot mahogany bar, half bath, and outdoor shower--fully storm-shuttered and easily convertible to an additional guest suite. Infrastructure includes 41,100 gallons of cistern capacity, a 11kW solar grid-tie system, whole-house water filtration with UV purification, a 2026 11kW diesel generator, hurricane-rated shutters, and a NEW Galvalume roof. The historic observation tower--renovated with colonial stonework and modern utilities--offers four finished interior levels and a rooftop observation deck accessed by a rust-free aluminum spiral staircase. From the top, enjoy 360-degree views spanning St. Croix, Vieques, Culebra, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, and all of Water Island--a vantage point unlike anything else in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Surrounded by mature landscaping, including over 40 of West Indian mahogany trees and one of the largest neem trees on the island, Providence Hill is not just a home--it is a legacy property, built to endure and impossible to replicate.

More Information MLS# 26-400

LocationArea

Estate: Water Island SS Postal Code: 00802 Geo Lat: 18.319712 Geo Lon: -64.953192 Directions: From Ferry Dock, continue up Main Road. Take your first left onto Providence Hill Road and follow until the fork. Home is located at the top of the hill.

Contract Information

List Price: $4,000,000 Current Price: $4,000,000 Begin Date: 2026-02-28

General Property Description

Realtor.COM Type: Residential - Single Family Lot Acres: 3.24 Approx Total Main House: 10684 Approx Total Property SqFt: 10684 Total Bedrooms: 3 Number of Bedrooms - Main House: 2 Number of Bedrooms - Accessory building: 1 Total Bathrooms: 4 Sub Type: Residential - Single Taxes: 3216 Tax Year: 2025 Furnished: Yes Water Front: No Pool: Yes Zoning: W-1 Stamp Tax: Negotiable

Status Change Info

Status: Active

Miscellaneous

PWD#: D9- 8738- T013

Amenities

Generator: Diesel Generator/Size: 11

Construction

Builder: John Woods

Roof

Other: Galvulume

Exterior

Beach: Nearby Impact Glass: Yes Landscape: Professional Storm Shutters: Wood

Cistern

Approx. Cistern Size: 41100

Appliance

Air Conditioning: Split

Main House

Approx Interior SqFt - Main House: 5326 Approx Exterior SqFt - Main House: 5358

Property Features

View: Buck Island; Down Island; Harbor; Hillside; Neighborhood; Ocean; Sea Amenities: Deck; Filtration System; Garage; Gas Grill; Hot Tub; Outdoor Kitchen; Patio; Solar; Work Shop Flooring: Tile Construction: Masonry; Poured Concrete Water Source: Cistern Sewer: Septic Road: Asphalt Terrain: High/Flat Security: Camera; Gate
Listing Office: Christie's International Real Estate USVI
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