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

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Pool
Exterior
Stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms195 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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
  • Ice maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea 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

  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 - 11 min drive - 5.9 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 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from JungleQui Rainforest Ecoadventure Park and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from El Yunque National Forest. Carabali Rainforest Park and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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 77 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 77 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Merl M., Spencerport, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This home was beautiful, spacious and exactly as described, the host was available when we needed her and the the view & balcony were amazing. The pool was clean and running and we had amazing relaxed time during our stay. Thank you Arturo & Ivonne.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pure Paradise
Wonderful house- great pool! Easy for the 10 of us to eat and enjoy everything together- I will miss the tree frogs and beautiful plants on the property 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jennifer E.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Sam L., Lawrenceville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Susana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Gretchen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Dot S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Kinsey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

alyson K., Buffalo, ny

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Elizabeth T.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Frank M.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Oliver N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Alicia C., Derry, NH USA

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Jennifer U.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

8/10 Good

Kasia P.

Liked: Cleanliness
As pictured
We had eight people in our group, ages ranging from 13 to 74. We had plenty of space for everyone. The house is nice and spacious. Good communication with the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phran E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rainforest Experience
Go to sleep by the croaking sounds of the coqui frogs. You are immersed in nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mistie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our stay. Our host was great.
We loved our stay. The house was beautiful. We were first concerned that the two bedrooms down stairs were not accessible from the upstairs but that concern quickly faded because the property was so secured comfort quickly set in. There was 9 people in our party and everyone of us loved the house. We hated to leave. We will be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shirley R., Clifton NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting together with Famil
Aug 6th-13th 2022. Excellent experience with this property. From security of property, to impeccable cleanliness of 5BR House & numerous supplies for Kitchen, to bedrooms & pool. Maintenence. This Home met ALL our expectations. The serenity it provides is breathtaking, In Rainforest. Yvonne & Jose ( owners ) always available for any concerns. We enjoyed all the nearby beach, shopping & adventure amenities. Got to visit Family in Cidra. Pay respects to my Son David. 9/9/21. "Little bit of Paradise" provides Ambience, comfort, & Peace. & Should be rented if anyone has the chance!! Shirley Robinson Milutinovich
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Tropical Getaway
We had an amazing time at this property. The location could not be better for visiting El Yunque and it is minutes to ziplining, two adventure parks, horseback riding and justva short hop to beaches. The town of Palmer is welcoming and boasts several nice shops and restaurants. The property itself is very well maintained and had lots of space for our family. We swam in the huge pool daily and thoroughly enjoyed coffee and coctails on the wraparound porch. We absolutely fell in love with Puerto Rico and the rain forest during our stay and would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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