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Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen!

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View of Island Charm-Culebra! Your Sea Turtle Studio is on the middle level.
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Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 434.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Culebra, Puerto Rico
  • Culebra National Wildlife Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Culebra Ferry Terminal
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Flamenco Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega)
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen!

Perched hillside with breathtaking panoramic views of Ensenada Honda, Dakiti Reef, and the sparkling Caribbean, the Sea Turtle Studio is a serene retreat designed for relaxation and privacy. From your spacious covered terrace, sip your morning coffee as you watch boats glide in and out of town. Look across the water to the iconic Dinghy Dock, where there’s always something to see—including sea turtles surfacing for air. On a clear night, enjoy the twinkling lights of Vieques in the distance.

Luxury & Thoughtfully Designed Interior:

Designed with comfort and elegance in mind, this studio features a super comfy King-size bed positioned to face floor-to-ceiling bi-folding glass doors, allowing you to wake up to gorgeous sunrises over the water. The open layout includes a cozy sitting area with a plush pull out sofa bed (comfortable Sealy mattress), making the space ideal for couples, friends, or a small family.

The studio is bathed in natural light, offering uninterrupted water views from both the bedroom and living area. For entertainment and connectivity, enjoy super-fast Starlink WiFi and a Smart TV with a variety of streaming services readily available —perfect for unwinding after a day of adventure.

For added convenience, we provide beach essentials, including two beach chairs, beach towels, and a small cooler, so you're ready for a day at Culebra’s world-class beaches.

Fully Equipped Kitchen & Outdoor Living:

The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to prepare home-cooked meals, including a large refrigerator, stove, microwave, blender, cookware, utensils, and dining table.

Step outside to your private covered terrace, where you can relax in the hammock, or on windy days, switch it out for two rocking chairs to enjoy the warm Caribbean breeze. This tranquil space is perfect for unwinding, taking in the views, or simply embracing the slower pace of island life.

Perfect Location to Explore Culebra!

The Sea Turtle Studio is ideally located just minutes from:
* Award-winning beaches (Flamenco Beach, Zoni Beach, Tamarindo Beach)
* The airport (only .62 mile away) and ferry dock (1.4 miles) for easy travel access
* Town, restaurants, and shops for dining and local experiences
* Snorkeling and boating excursions for unforgettable adventures

Come experience modern luxury, breathtaking views, and true Island Charm—we can’t wait to welcome you to Culebra!

Property manager

Alfonso Carrion & Heather D'Jangali
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Laundry
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
Events Allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets not allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside on covered terrace only.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events Allowed
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 141630

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Culebra

Located in Culebra, this apartment is in the city centre and on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Flamenco Beach and Culebra National Wildlife Reserve can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Culebra Ferry Terminal. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Culebra, Puerto Rico

What's nearby

  • Culebra National Wildlife Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Culebra Ferry Terminal - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Fulladoza Bay - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Flamenco Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Culebrita Beach - 21 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega) - 1 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pandeli - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Culebra Coffee - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Costa del Sol - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Heather's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea Turtle Studio – Upscale Waterview Retreat, Stunning Sunrises & Full Kitchen! located?

Located in the heart of Culebra, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Culebra National Wildlife Reserve and Culebra Ferry Terminal. Flamenco Beach is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 73 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful culebra condo!
This is a delightful vacation condo set high above the water with a lovely balcony and view. It is bright, clean, nicely decorated and equipped with all you might want, including beach chairs, towels and a cooler. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little piece of paradise
Great place over looking the harbour. Centrally located with easy beach, shopping and restaurant access. Would definitely recommend! Great accommodating hosts!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dolca R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Culebra
It was a beautiful experience. The condo was perfect for us and the views were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samalid

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice cozy studio. Great view from balcony. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Clean, great location, beautiful view. Kitchen and bathroom could have been stocked a bit better for 8 day stay but overall clean and beautiful. Look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frieda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Was very nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Island paradise
The view is amazing! Beautiful sunrise and stunning sunsets. The sea breeze is so nice to enjoy from the porch in the hammock it will take just a few minutes to fall asleep. Simply heavenly!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A few days in Paradise
I had a wonderful stay. I enjoyed this studio which had a wonderful view, quiet neighborhood, and i felt very safe. It was very clean with all of the amenities, and felt cozy. The owners Heather & Alonso replied right away to any questions i had. Also, they had very good recommendations on where to eat! My only regret is that i didn’t have more days to spend there… I would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time!
Staying at Sea Turtle for three days made my wife’s and my experience in Culebra truly memorable. The view from the veranda on the bay was breathtaking - it would be quite challenging to find a comparable view anywhere else in mainland US or Puerto Rico. The property is conveniently located within walking distance of a grocery store, a market, an airport, a couple of restaurants, a bar, and a seaport/pueblo. In fact, we only used the cart to get to Flamenco Beach. The property was very clean, well-maintained, and the host was responsive to requests about navigating to the property, wifi, etc. We would definitely return the next time we visit Culebra!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect suite
The SeaTurtle suite was the perfect suite. It had all the amenities you would need. The view from our bedroom and balcony was amazing. Close to everything but you should definitely rent a vehicle or golf cart. The owner was always quick to answer my questions or concerns. I give this place a 10 out of a 10. Well worth the price!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Comfortable Suite with an Amazing view!
We had such a great experience staying at this suite. It’s conveniently located, close to everything and with such amazing views of the water! We had an unforgettable experience at Culebra. The suite had everything we needed, from pot's in the kitchen to beach chairs and a cooler to take to the beach. Our kids thought the sofa pull out bed was comfortable. Although they froze at night with the large ductless AC overhead. It cooled the suite into an ice box, a bit too cold for our liking. A couple of ceiling fans would be a nice option to avoid the frost in the room. Overall, an Amazing Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Svitlana M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous island, but not sure if I would rent this place gain
The island is amazing, although the place we stayed in could've been better. It had a beautiful terrace and cute little studio, but there were many things that could be improved. Bathroom has no vent and window seems to be broken, so no way to open. The listing says 4 people can stay comfortably, but there were only 2 towels and 3 forks. The dish sponge is used by previous tenants. Furniture handles are full of dust. The shower drain is dirty with someone’s hair. The beach chairs are broken. And of course, we could ask the property manager to fix all this, because they were responsive. At the end we came for vacations where we could relax and not deal with this day-to-day routine. Seems like this place is mostly focused on how to increase the profit with minimum investment. Not sure I would book this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing
Our second time to this amazing location Never Disappoints! Heather answered any questions I had promptly .. Very clean , great location , Beautiful view ! Thank you for a lovely stay
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pablo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Jack G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Debra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Turtle Room, Culebra
Really beautiful lodging, bedroom with king size bed positioned just inside the balcony that overlooks a lovely bay. Very clean with good sized kitchen, living room, and bathroom. Quick drive to everything. We enjoyed snorkeling at several beaches and had delicious pinchos at Playa Flamenco. We returned twice to Dinghy Dock for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Culebra Retreat
Excellent location, hospitality, helpfulness, and friendliness for those who want a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Alfonso and Heather were extremely helpful with all aspects of our stay! Would highly recommend, but leave some time for our return :)!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was a great place to stay in Culebra. Just as advertised, everything was new. It is a very cozy and clean studio with a balcony that gives you a fantastic view of Culebra Bay. Loved its colors and turtle-inspired decorations. It’s very close to everything, the airport, the town, restaurants and tour meeting places. It has air conditioning, wifi, a TV with Dish Network programming which for me was a plus because at Culebra by 8:00 PM everything was closed and I could watch the NBA Playoffs. The shower sprays mildly warm water at most. It has a beach cooler and beach chairs you can borrow. Highly recommended. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah/John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
We spent 4 nights on Culebra at The Flamenco and got exactly what we'd hoped for. Comfortable accommodations with a great view and centrally located to explore all of Culebra's beaches. AND a great covered outdoor seating to relax, read and enjoy quiet island time. Definitely 5 star buy island standards.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheila M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and cozy comfortable space
Loved the neighborhood, the view, and the amenities of this home away from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ulpiana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property has it all: insuperable views, convenient location, quiet neighborhood and all the comforts one needs for a relaxing start. The bed is very comfortable, the kitchen has all the basics you need and the AC works very well. The terrace and the views are exactly as shown in the pictures, that is, stunning.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jorge, Cliffside Park

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent Location; excellent view from the balcony; very clean and all amenities included are a guarantee of a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

delane l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick trip
Great for our quick trip to Culebra!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jodi I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Sea Turtle studio was a great place to stay during our week in Culebra. Heather was very responsive to messages and Alfonso took great care of us while we were there. Studio was very clean and well kept. We look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Alfonso Carrion & Heather D'Jangali

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I’m Heather D’Jangali, an entrepreneur, long-time Superhost, and passionate traveler who loves creating memorable experiences for guests. In 2011, I designed and built Island Charm in Culebra, inspired by the island’s breathtaking beauty and my vision for a place where travelers could relax in comfort while soaking in the Caribbean’s natural splendor.

Hospitality has always been a part of who I am, and over the years, I’ve carefully crafted each space at Island Charm to offer guests the perfect blend of modern comfort and island charm. I take pride in providing clean, stylish, and well-equipped accommodations that feel like a home away from home.

When I’m not hosting, I enjoy traveling, meeting new people, and helping animals—I also support Culebra’s local animal welfare efforts to find homes for stray dogs and cats. Whether you're visiting for adventure, relaxation, or a mix of both, I can’t wait to welcome you to my little piece of paradise!

Why they chose this property

When I first discovered Culebra, I knew I had found something truly special—an unspoiled Caribbean paradise with world-class beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a laid-back atmosphere unlike anywhere else. That’s why, in 2011, I chose this hillside location to design and build Island Charm, perfectly positioned to offer breathtaking views of Ensenada Honda, Dakiti Reef, and the sparkling Caribbean.

From here, you can sit on your private terrace and watch boats drift in and out of town, spot sea turtles surfacing for air, or take in the twinkling lights of Vieques and St. Croix on a clear night. We’re also just minutes from Flamenco Beach—one of the world’s best beaches—yet tucked away in a peaceful, private setting.

I love that guests can experience both adventure and tranquility here. You can explore hidden snorkeling spots, enjoy fresh seafood in town, or simply relax on your terrace, taking in the island breeze. It’s the best of both worlds, and I can’t wait to share it with you!

What makes this property unique

Island Charm is more than just a rental property—it’s a labor of love that I designed and built in 2011, blending modern comforts with the beauty of the Caribbean. Every detail was carefully chosen to create a space that feels both luxurious and welcoming.

What makes the Seahorse Suite special is its stunning panoramic views, spacious covered terrace, and thoughtful amenities. Guests wake up to sunrises over Ensenada Honda, watch the boats at the Dinghy Dock, and even spot sea turtles from their private terrace. The two-person glider rocker is perfect for enjoying coffee in the morning or a glass of wine as the sun sets.

But what truly makes this property unique is the journey it took to bring it to life. Every detail—every piece of furniture, fixture, and décor—had to arrive in my suitcase or on a once-a-month ferry adventure. Building in Culebra came with its challenges, but the experience was incredible and life-changing. The result is a place where guests can truly escape, unwind, and experience the island’s magic while enjoying all the comforts of home.

Beyond the space itself, I take pride in offering a seamless guest experience—from beach essentials like chairs, towels, and coolers to local recommendations that help guests discover the best of Culebra. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a returning traveler, I want you to feel at home and create unforgettable memories from the moment you arrive!

Languages:

English, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests