Bluebeard's Castle Villas III

The Resort & Its Setting

Bluebeard's Castle Villas III is an independent timeshare resort affiliated with RCI, perched above Charlotte Amalie, the capital of St. Thomas. It's a villa-style property rather than a branded chain resort, which is typical of a lot of long-established Caribbean timeshare stock — owners hold a deeded or right-to-use week, and RCI affiliation means that week can also be deposited into the exchange network for a stay elsewhere. The hillside position above the harbour puts the resort within easy reach of the capital's historic core.

Charlotte Amalie and What's Around It

Charlotte Amalie is one of the Caribbean's classic port capitals: colonial-era buildings, a working harbour, and a reputation for duty-free shopping that draws cruise passengers and timeshare guests alike. Blackbeard's Castle, the 17th-century lookout tower with harbour views, is a short walk from the resort, as is Main Street with its jewellery stores and local boutiques. Further afield, Magens Bay is widely rated as one of the Caribbean's best beaches for calm, swimmable water, while Coral World Ocean Park offers visitors underwater viewing and marine exhibits. The St. Thomas Skyride offers an easy way to get elevated views over the town and sea, and Mountain Top is a popular stop for 360-degree island panoramas. Sapphire Beach, on the north shore, is the go-to spot for snorkelling and watersports. Downtown Charlotte Amalie itself is walkable, though a rental car opens up the rest of the island.

Selling or Renting a Week Here

If you're ready to move on from your week at Bluebeard's Castle Villas III, BidMyTimeshare.com is a direct owner-to-owner marketplace: you list the week, set your own asking price, and buyers or renters contact you through the platform. There's no commission on the sale — sellers pay a single, one-time listing fee, and that's the only cost involved.

Because this is an independent resort, resale transfers are handled through the resort's own owners' association or management company rather than a branded resale desk. Before agreeing on a price with a buyer, ask the HOA or management for the current transfer fee and the latest annual maintenance fee — these figures aren't published centrally and can change year to year, so get them in writing as part of your sale. The same applies if the resort or association holds a right of first refusal on resales; confirm whether one applies before you commit to a buyer, as it can affect your timeline.

A resale buyer typically takes on the deeded or right-to-use week itself and, where applicable, the ability to deposit it with RCI for exchanges, subject to RCI's own membership and affiliation rules. Buyers should not assume anything beyond the week and any documented exchange affiliation is included — confirm directly with the HOA what does and doesn't transfer before closing.

For owners who'd rather rent out a week than sell, the same listing covers both: state your week number or season, mention the RCI affiliation, and be clear about what's included (unit size, sleeping capacity, any resort fees the renter is responsible for).

Practical Notes for Buyers and Renters

St. Thomas runs on US dollars and US-standard phone systems, which simplifies logistics for American visitors in particular. December through April is the dry season with the most reliable weather and the highest demand for availability, so anyone booking an exchange or a rental for that window should plan well ahead. May through November is quieter, with the trade-off of being hurricane season in the Caribbean — worth checking forecasts and insurance options if travelling then. A valid government-issued ID is sufficient for US citizens; international visitors should bring appropriate travel documents.