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Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach

Escape into nature with this tropical hideaway near Rainforest El Yunque. Enjoy relaxing moments by the pool or explore nearby beaches.

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Stereo

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms195 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach

Tropical Villa at the foothill of the rainforest and 5-10 min. to the beach (20 miles from the airport, 30 miles from Old San Juan. Great location for nature, culture and beach lovers.

However, we do not allow parties, family reunions or events that could disturb our neighbors. Thank you for your consideration.

It is a two-story villa with porches almost around it. You can enjoy the tropical garden with a large swimming pool (NOT heated) An excellent retreat for relaxing, enjoying nature, sitting on the deck, playing dominoes, or jumping in the pool.

Close to all amenities, beaches(10min) restaurants (5min) hiking in the rainforest (we are located at the foothill of Rainforest El Yunque. Groceries in town (Rio Grande) Old San Juan 30 miles away.



Upper floor:
Living / Dining room;
Fully equipped kitchen;
1 Masterbedroom Queensize bed with bathroom;
1 Bedroom with two Full beds;
1 Bedroom with Queensize bed;
1 Bathroom with shower;
The two floors are connected with outdoor stairs

Ground floor :
1 Bedroom with Kingsize bed;
1 Bedroom with Full bed;
1 Bathroom with shower;
Laundry room;
Outdoors stairs to go to the next level.


Downstairs:


Entrance: Place for 3 - 4 cars;
Garden;
Pool

We have safety cameras installed on the outside of the house. (there are no cameras on the inside nor on the balconies) We do have noise detector (recommended by VRBO) that detect noise decibels but not conversations, simply to make sure our neighbors are not disturbed. We do respect our guest's privacy.

In Puerto Rico water and electricity outages can occur. We have a water cistern as a backup for water but in case of an electricity outage, there is no backup. However most of the time the electricity outage lasts a few hours. We do have a gas stove which will still allow you to cook.

Property manager

Yvonne and Jose Arturo Morell

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 35

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 193732

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Villa

About the neighborhood

Map
Rio Grande, Puerto Rico

What's nearby

  • El Yunque National Forest - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Carabali Rainforest Park - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Casino - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Luquillo Beach - 14 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rico Pan Panaderia - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Frutera Las Flores - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carabalí Bar & Grill Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Carabalí - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Muralla Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach located?

Located in Mameyes II, this villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of JungleQui Rainforest Ecoadventure Park, El Yunque National Forest, and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course. Carabali Rainforest Park is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Villa Next To El Yunque Rainforest, A Little Paradise, 5-10 Mins From The Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
We had an amazing stay. The house was beautiful and spacious. The location was beautiful and the kids loved the pool. The hosts were communicative and helpful. The stay exceeded our expectations and we would definitely recommend this property to another family.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Trip for son wedding
The house was clean and plenty of room, pool was perfect and the landscaping is absolutely beautiful. We recommend for sure!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a large family
We loved the location next to el Yunque and close to Luquillo Beach
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kinsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Rainforest Oasis
My family and I stayed here for 4 nights and we LOVED our stay! So relaxing and the frogs in the evenings are from a dream. Lovely home, great hosts. Highly recommend a stay if you’re in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rainforest magic
Great location, big enough for 9 of us! Pool was a nice touch. Great communication with the owner.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alyson K., Buffalo, ny

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Had an incredible stay. The house was perfect for our group. The house was spacious and had everything that we needed. It was close to lots of activities and was incredibly peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Oliver N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice!
We had a great time at the house . The kids loved the pool. Location was fantastic and close to nearby restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan Y., Danville, PA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Property!
Everything was so perfect!!! Great location in a quiet neighborhood with just the right distance to San Juan and local amenities! We will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rainforest getaway
This is an amazing home in a safe neighborhood away from the noise and crowds. The house had everything we needed and more. I would absolutely recommend this vacation rental!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susana C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway in Puerto Rico
We had a wonderful time. The property was everything we expected and more. Nothing was missing, everything was clean and ready for us. The pool was amazing. We had a great time with a multigenerational group of family and friends. There were so many things to do nearby, we will need to return to complete it all. The host Yvonne was very easy to communicate with and responsive. We loved our stay and hope to be back. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Vacation Spot
This is our second year staying at what we lovingly call “casita”. It is THE BEST. The house makes vacation so relaxing. The property is gorgeous, the rooms are comfortable, the town is adorable. It’s in the middle of so many destination spots. Yvonne was very responsive both before and during our stay. I can’t say enough good things!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
A lovely and clean house in a quite neighborhood. We loved eating outside in the huge balcony and listening to the coqui in the evening. It’s close enough to San Juan to do day trips. The pillows are pretty flat but we just stacked them. We really enjoyed this house and would stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Wonderful!
Everything was great! Yvonne was really good at communicating with us throughout the process and they were so helpful! The house was clean and just as it was described. The pool was fantastic and the location was perfect! We hope to return in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We stayed here for about 7 days and never ran out of things to do! We loved the rooms and the pool. I would say go to the grocery store before you get here! The fridge doesn’t stay too cold so maybe get Oatmilk instead of cows milk.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C., Derry, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful week we had at this beautiful property.
This property was so accommodating for the ten of us and very spacious. The wraparound decks were so awesome. Such a pretty view no matter where you sat. Close to town and places to visit. The owners were quick to answer our questions within minutes! This was our first VRBO and it was a grand adventure!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
We had a great time until the refrigerator went completely out to be honest. It wasn’t working that well when we got there, it started leaking and then went out called Yvonne and she replied back at a reasonable time other than that the property is wonderful. The pool is great and everything you need is right there and also not to mention it’s close to all the outdoor activities can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olga R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures does not do this place Justice!
One of the best getaways I’ve had with my family in Puerto Rico! What you see is beauty in the pictures, but being there in person is breath taking! Loved it, spacious for my family of 7 and my sis in-laws family of 3. Close to great food and beaches. All bedrooms had AC, living room and kitchen did not but was still perfect. It has everything you need, I would definitely recommend!! 5 stars not enough! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ashlee R., Carlisle, PA, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dream vacation at Villa el Yunque
We enjoyed an amazing week at villa el Yunque. The property and pool are amazing, with lots of tropical foliage all around. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook meals. The bedrooms were comfortable and worked out perfectly for our group. We especially loved sitting out on the huge porches with the tropical views and sounds of the rainforest. The location was great, feeling like you are in a tropical oasis but still close to the beach as well as stores. Our entire family enjoyed our stay and would 100% come back to this house. Thank you for sharing your amazing property with us. We will have very fond memories of this vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

cathy d.

Perfect home and location
We loved our stay in this wonderful home, the pictures do not do it justice. The pool was clean and refreshing, perfect after a day out and about. House is located in a nice neighborhood and has a beautiful view of the rainforest. Even though there is air conditioning in the bedrooms, I preferred to leave the windows open at night and sleep in the cool breezes, listening to the rainforest sounds. House is centrally located to many attractions, kayaking, hiking, zip lining, I would definitely stay again! Cathy
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erdem C., wayne ,NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, fantastic view
Our family had a great Spring break. The villa is on the outskirts of the rainforest. Loved everything about the location of the house. Drive for 10 minutes, you can find yourself in the middle of the rainforest, cooling in one of the streams. Going to beach also takes less than 10 minutes. We loved crystal clear water of Luquillo beach. Pool was OK. Had a problem with the pump but the owner sent someone to fix the problem. The view from the balcony is amazing. Night time is a symphony that we are truly amazed. Neighbor’s rooster made us laugh. He is small but mighty with the sound. It was part of the adventure.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dot S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa el Yunque
Mameyes II Our stay at Villa el Yunque exceeded all our expectations. The villa was even more beautiful than the pictures could show. The rooms were nicely appointed and very comfortable. They were very spacious and the high ceilings made them very elegant. The kitchen was well equipped and the grill that was out on the porch was a welcome option. The living spaces had plenty of seating options and very easily accommodated our party of seven people. One of the many things that we enjoyed about the house was the gorgeous covered porch that wrapped around three sides of the house. We spend the majority of our time out there. The porch had several options of tables to enjoy meals at. There was plenty of comfortable seating where you could relax and enjoy the splendid views. The pool area and yard are beautifully landscaped. At night the pool area is especialy pretty. Since the house is so close to the El Yunque Rainforest each evening we were serenaded by the Coquis. These wonderful little frogs help make the area bug free. Last but not least the owners of this beautiful home were very helpful during our stay and we can’t thank them enough!!! D. Shea
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W., Milwaukee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Breathtaking location / Great host response!
Sunrises on the balcony that overlooks El Yunque rainforest are breathtaking. The sounds of the coqui frogs and night and roosters in the morning provide a beautiful backdrop to the scenery surrounding this property! (I even made several audio recordings from the balcony that I now use back home to help me sleep). Our kids had fun in the pool area, which was pleasantly deep at one end (about 7 feet) :) to allow for some serious jumping! The surrounding vegetation is absolutely gorgeous. About 15 minutes from El Yunque. About 15-20 minutes from Grocery store and/or Walmart. Great ice cream shop in the town of Palmer (Peccas)! The house was clean with extra towels and hats for day use! The A/C in the bedrooms felt great at night. Yvonne was wonderfully responsive to us not only during the booking and weeks leading up to our vacation, but also responded quickly to any issue that may have occurred during our stay..it was wonderful! Thank you, Yvonne, for making our stay a memorable one! Highly recommended location for those wanting to get away from the tourist areas and enjoy the nature, but yet be close enough to the sights like Old San Juan, Fajardo, etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely setting, with a few hiccups
We rented this house for two weeks for a family trip - two seniors, two adults, one child. The house is fine. The basement consists of two bedrooms and a bathroom, and is not connected to the upstairs. To get upstairs to the kitchen/living/dining areas, you have to use the staircase on the outside of the house. The setting is lovely, literally staying in the rain forest. The pool is wonderful. The wraparound balcony is also nice to enjoy. It rains a lot, which we were ready for. The no-see-um bugs are vicious. Use bug spray liberally. We found the beds extremely uncomfortable. I added some blankets with a top sheet to sleep on. This helped a bit. Blackout curtains, which were not present, should be there. The light shines in very early. The neighborhood is off the main drag, which is nice AND takes a little bit of time to get to. The kitchen is fine. The main concern that we had was that the power went out at 8pm on night 8. At 9am the next morning, we contacted the host, deciding to cancel the remainder of our trip. My dad and husband sleep with CPAP machines and didn’t get any sleep, and an entire refrigerator worth of food was wasted. Yvonne allowed us to cancel, and refunded us for the remaining 6 nights. She said that power outages are normal for PR, especially after the 2017 hurricanes, but every other house on the street had power. If outages are normal, I question the decision to not get a generator or solar panels so that electricity stays on for guests.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anabel L.

Give it a chance :-)
On first impression my family and I were not sure about the house. You have to open many locks to get inside and the layout of the house is a little strange only because the first and second floor of the house are not connected from inside the home and you have to walk up the steps on the outside to get upstairs. Many things went wrong on the first day and nothing I can fault the owner for. The pool was dirty so we couldn't go swimming and a freak storm of bugs attacked the house the first night. I emailed the owner just to let him know about the pool and he emailed me right away and even called to make sure our stay was ok. The owner tried very hard to get the pool cleaner out before Saturday to clean the pool but the pool guy was busy. On that Saturday the pool man came out and cleaned the pool very well for us, I think my father made friends the the pool man and even tipped him for doing such a great job. After we got a hang of the house and the pool was clean I can't say enough good things about this house. Even my mother who is very picky and had to tell the poor owner of the things that went wrong, now loves this house. The view is 5 stars and everyone in my family said the never slept so well in their lives. I would stay at this house again and again.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Beautiful scenery. Very spacious. The one thing I would suggest is having a small refrigerator downstairs and maybe consider connecting those downstairs rooms to the upper part of the house. We had some of oir family in the 2 rooms downstairs and they had to walk out of the main house to get to thosth
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024