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Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security

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Ah!  The cool feeling of a swim in this beautiful pool with a waterfall.
Welcome to your new home while in Puerto Rico!!!
Your view from our front porch.
Your view from our front porch.  Notice a small table to enjoy tropical breezes?
washer and dryer for your convenience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6190.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

Explore the area

Map
Dorado
  • Dorado Del Mar
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Balneario Manuel Morales
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Dorado Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • San Juan (SIG-Fernando Luis Ribas Dominicci)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Dream Bedroom has two windows with wood decorator blinds.

1 Double Bed

Master Bedroom (Bed has extra cushion top padding)

1 Queen Bed

Relax Bedroom (with separate 2nd single Bed)

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Guest Inside Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Guest Outside Bather Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security

Welcome.

Beautiful private air conditioned house in a gated community with 24 hour security. Private pool in the backyard with an outside bathroom for bathers convenience. This single family home has 3 bedrooms (Master: Queen, #2 Bedroom: Double, and #3 Bedroom: single bed with a single bed underneath.

From the front door, walk into a beautiful soft colored Living Room. Off to the right is a hallway leading to the three Bedrooms and two full Bathrooms. Off to the left is the living room and also a breakfast nook which adjoins a very nice Full Kitchen. There is a dining room adjoining the breakfast nook and living room. There is a game room adjoining the dining room. There are French doors leading from the living room out onto the gazebo lanai and the private swimming pool.

Travelers have been provided with the cooking comforts of home, but please note this is not a Bed And Breakfast. Travelers are provided with the cooking utensils to prepare their own meals in the comfort of this home. The Kitchen has a Refrigerator, Microwave, and Oven. I provide you with both breakfast and dinner service for eight, silverware, glasses, pots and pans, linens, and towels. I also provide beach chairs and a cooler to take and enjoy the beach.

I provide cable service for the TV's and internet in the Living Room and Master Bedroom. Each with individual controllers. There is also a nice stereo system in the Master Bedroom as well as an old fashion radio in the game room.

Beyond the breakfast nook is a Utility room with a Washer and Dryer for your use. Next you will walk into a spacious Dining Room with seating for eight people.

The house many windows which allows for natural lighting for the entire house. There are decorative white painted ornate grills covering all the windows but each inside window can be opened for fresh breezes if that is your pleasure.

Enjoy this vacation home just two blocks from the beach with a private pool in the backyard. Gorgeous furnishings.

I also have provided a gas grill on the back patio and provided a ceiling fan for your cooling on the back patio. Central Air Conditioning allows you to keep the house to a comfortable temperatures.

Please remember to close all windows and keep doors closed with using the air conditioning.

Additionally provided in the Master Bedroom is an room cooling Inverter air conditioner. Just bring your suitcases and lotion.

2 beach chairs provided. Tropical plants in front and back yard. Two parking spaces. Gated community with mobile security. Club house/center. Biking and running available. Protected swimming area.

Ten minutes from a protected beach, snorkeling, shore scuba diving, 10 minutes from fine gourmet and local restaurants, shopping centers as well as five minutes drive to multi screen cinema/movie theater.

30 minute drive to downtown San Juan.

Fast food is 5 minutes away -- McDonalds, Applebees, Sizzler, Pizza Hut, Burger, King, Taco Bell, Ben & Jerrys, etc.

I know you are away from your home but we have tried to provide everything you with the comforts of home while visiting with us. What you experience will be lifetime memories, and we want your experiences to excite you to want to return again and again to our unit. I would be so complimented if you develop a sense of belonging each time you return to visit Puerto Rico and chose to stay again in our unit.

Located at Q-12 Calle Palmas in the beautiful neighborhood of Dorado, Puerto Rico, I are only 10 minutes from the Dorado Beach Hotel East and West and Ritz Carlton Reserve Hotel.

The airport and San Juan are only thirty minutes drive, all freeway. A short distance from the sand and minutes from restaurants and shopping. Neighbor to some of the Caribbean's best golf courses.

Take a swim in my private pool or walk in the tropical area to the close beach and enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean. So close you can swim both in the morning and in the evening, if you are so inclined. Paradise is yours for the enjoyment!!!

Puerto Rico is a destination that maintains the charm and hospitality of former days of Spanish conquests, historic forts and a location of major European countries battling for dominance of this essential island. You will find everything that the Caribbean has to offer in this all around family destination.

What is the best you ask someone in Puerto Rico and you will get as many different answers as people you inquire. Each person comes to Puerto Rico and sees different and wonderful aspects. Sights, sounds, and experiences will forever be embedded in the memories of those who visit the Island Paradise.

There are no passports or visas required for United States citizens, which means that US Citizens can travel freely in and out of the island territory of Puerto Rico without going throughout immigration or customs.

The air conditioning is preset to 74 degrees Fahrenheit. If any medical or other reason exists, please notify the owner as soon as possible prior to arriving. I can make arrangements with my vacation rental guests to provide a different temperature. There will be an additional electric deposit required to offset additional electricity used over the provided 74 degree Fahrenheit. I regret this, but Puerto Rico has begun charging higher fees. I will cover up to the the 74 degrees. Thank you for your understanding.

Property manager

John D. Curd Jr.
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please be consider of neighbors who work.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please remember to return your auto gate pass.
Utility expenses in excess of the amount paid will be sent to VRBO to collect. Water/Air conditioner electricity should be used conservatively.
If a complaint is received of guest conduct, guests will be given one warning. A second warning requires rental termination.
If rental termination occurs owing to renters misconduct, no refund will be given for unused remaining days of the rental.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Please be consider of neighbors who work.
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 504766

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dorado

Located in Higuillar, a neighbourhood in Dorado, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Port of San Juan and Pan American Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dorado Beach and Escambron Beach. Villa Campestre and Pablo Casals Museum are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Dorado

What's nearby

  • Dorado Del Mar - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Balneario Manuel Morales - 5 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Costa Dorado Beach - 8 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Dorado Beach - 11 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Reserva Natural Playa Grande - El Paraiso - 18 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Orient House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Church's Chicken - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Applebee's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Vagón - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security located?

Located in Higuillar, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dorado Del Mar, Costa Dorado Beach and Carribbean Cinemas Dorado. Predator Gaming Center and DiVine Spa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice 2 months in the sun.
I enjoyed the place because of a lot of space inside and outside in the back. Enjoyed the pool. The dishwasher was greatly missed. I never wash dishes in my home so do not expect to have to do it on holidays. What should be changed is about the noise. All fans (especially in the toilets) made a lot of noise.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MN checks out Puerto Rico
The house is in a gated neighborhood and quiet. The house had plenty of space indoor and outside for 4 senior adults. Dorado was a perfect spot for us to explore from. Property Manager was very pleasant and a joy to work with. The house matches the description given.San Juan is very very busy and limited parking. The best way to take in that part of PR is to take an inexpensive Ferry (50 cents each way) out of Catano! Plenty of parking and Ferry runs about every 30 minutes. Drops you off in San Juan - you can explore by foot but is a hike to El Morro - Suggest you take a cab or uber to El Morro and explore there and walk down or call the cab and they will come back and get you. From the house we also went to the Rain Forest and Fajardo area one day to explore that side of SJ. Another day we went from Dorado to Arecibo Light House and explored beaches and the beauty of the island. And we spent a couple of days exploring Dorado and the beaches in your back yard. Local restaurants were all great in every town we were in. Suggest to take your road trips along the coast and off the highway... So much more beauty can be seen. Everyone we met were so pleasant and helpful - we need more of that in our world!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edwina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location and was a nice house.
Location was safe and licated to just about everything you needed . House was very nice and clean. Pool was a big bonus. John was extremely nice along with manager. We were greeted bt manager who lives close by to help with any questions or dinning ideas. Overall it was a great place to stay . Highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

HARIS S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Everything was as good or better than we expected, and the location was perfect for restaurants and Dorado Beach. Driving to other places on the island was a pain due to the incredible traffic and crazy driving, but we were so happy with the place we stayed and the area around it. Lucy, the property manager was incredibly helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The property was very clean and Lucy the manager was absolutely the best. She was always very responsive and helpful when we had any questions! Definitely would stay there again..
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
PUERTO RICO VRBO
This property had all the needed amenities to make our stay just perfect! The location was fabulous with a beach close by, and close enough to the larger centers when desired. The property manager was attentive and very knowledgeable about the area. This VRBO was perfect for our needs!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Jackeline D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was the highlight
The house was okay, very accurate to the pictures but, it could used a little deep cleaning. Specially the ceiling fan and the kitchen window frame. The pool was very nice my daughter loved it, I couldn’t get her out of the pool. Beach was a short walk. Restaurant and supermarket were closed by no need to drive far to buy anything. The only thing that was a little upsetting was the fact that the traffic could get a little insane coming in and out of town specially during school days. But nothing can be done about that. Overall I would book this house again.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So Relaxing and peaceful and near to shops and restaurants
I would definitely book this house again and I would recommend this location and place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elisa O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Property
Nice quiet place close to the beach, owner and manager were very helpful with amenities
Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
Just a few things you should know. Lucy is an excellent host. She made us feel welcomed like family. The microwave is not working the coffee maker is leaking water from behind and also not working. The toilet in the master bathroom is leaking when you flush it. When I arrived the pool was dirty, waiting no one came, I cleaned it and they showed up the Friday before I left to clean it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

pablo H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
was excellent
I like to come back again thank
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

wisco608 ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house - great location to explore the island from.
We had an excellent time staying at John's house. He and Lucy (property manager) are both extremely helpful and very communicative. It would be easy to just stay at the house and enjoy the backyard pool and shaded seating area. Not to mention that the house is very well furnished and comfortable. John also provides several beach chairs and an umbrella to enjoy the nearby beaches. We however, spent some of our time at the house and the rest traveling the island. John's home is in a perfect location to travel in any direction. We explored many beaches, cave attractions and restaurants. Often making it back in time for a refreshing afternoon swim. We would certainly consider staying here again. We are a family of four (kids are 10 & 12) and the house very accommodating.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Denise E., Clarkston MI

Liked: Location
Nice complex and area.
It was nice but there were a few things neglected. Owner does not live in area so it is understandable. I have rented vacation homes quite a few times and this would be rated okay. We still enjoyed our time and had excellent neighbors that helped us as property manager was out of town.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brandee H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely amazing
It was more than expected. The property was beautiful
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
Clean, spacious and exactly what we needed and what was advertised. Even better than advertised was the backyard/pool. So wonderful to have that beautiful/clean/private space. Landscaping/trees and the clean pool were wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun on the sun
Property is accurate for description on website. Enjoyed all the property amenities. Located in a nice area with easy access to activities in all demographic areas. Property manager is awesome! Greeted at gate, quick responses to questions/concerns. If you are looking for family fun in the sun with the comforts of home this place is great!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
This property was a great place for us to stay on Puerto Rico. It is located in a gated community in a suburb of San Juan. Good access to El Yunque, Old San Juan, and many beaches. We spent most of our time in the nice outdoor space including private pool and covered patio and dining al fresco!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous two weeks!!!
Start to finish - everything was wonderful. Lucy was amazing and very responsive. She provided a plethora of good information about the area and the house. The house was immaculate and well provisioned. My husband and I booked two weeks - the first with friends and the second with family. We intend to book again for next year. I love to walk and it was great to walk within the gated community and to/on the beach. The walk to the beach is well under 10 minutes (unless Gram was with us - hah) and those that did not want to walk drove the 5 minutes (you need to go out to the main road to access the beach by car). On street parking near the beach was always available and the parking lot was open at random times. The beach has numerous bars and restaurants and we walked to those for drinks and dinner. The grocery store is a 3 minute drive. We drove into Old San Juan and to a couple of other tourist spots - very accessible. Most nights we sat out by the pool and played cards or games and enjoyed fresh air and cocktails! We had to go back and forth to the airport several times and this was easy. You can rely on UBER from the airport (they are there until the last plane of the night arrives) but not TO the airport - none were available TO the airport in the early morning hours. The concrete structure of the walls makes the Internet a little shaky outside of the master bedroom. Fine for checking email and searching the Net but very shaky for streaming or meetings. My only suggestion would be to move the router to a more central location (kids were working from "home"). RELAX RELAX RELAX!!!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Olga R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dorado Beach, nice size bedrooms and family roomith private. Pool and patio very nice.
Property owner and property manager very receptive to any issues that arose. Only complaint would be all the additional fees. I recommend that if the gate card is returned the transportation fee should be credited back. Also if there is no property damage the property insurance shpuld be credited back. The daily fee was not truly reflective of the overall cost . We felt the overall cost was high for the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Khristina M Z.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Need to upgrade kitchen as for as utensils, pots and pans
Loved it. The pool was so relaxing 😌 I really enjoyed myself

10/10 Excellent

Antonio L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good
Excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aleksey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We enjoy this house very much! Everything you can find for great quality rest is in this amazing home! The pool with light was gorgeous and we enjoyed it very much!Also made barbecue and incredible sounds of tropical animals.

8/10 Good

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th Birthday Girl’s trip
The property was great. I would strongly recommend a rental car. We loved relaxing by the pool when we were not at the beach.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

mayra d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay. We will be back.
My family and I had a wonderful stay. The only complaint that I had was the house was not truly clean. Sent family away and cleaned it myself. Then all was well. Thank you for sharing this gem with us. Spacious and very family friendly.

10/10 Excellent

Serina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
I absolutely loved this house. I even try to push back my flight so that I can stay an extra few days. The pictures do this property no justice. The location was great. Not too far from anything, right in the middle of everything actually maybe 35 to 40 minute drive anywhere!! I hope you guys are available for booking memorial day weekend 😂 I’m already pricing flights
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by John D. Curd Jr.

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I worked and retired after 34 years from the US Military (16 US Marine Corps and 18 US Army). Also worked as an American Diplomat and retired in 2005. Father of four wonderful grown adults and grandfather of three darling granddaughters. I am a PADI dive instructor and found a place where I can enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving in some really nice places very close to my new unit.

Why they chose this property

I travel myself and have put into the property the attention that I would want if I were wanting to spend time in a home away from home. I was born in Hawaii and love being surrounded by water. Hawaii was just a little too far from my children and grandchildren. This location allows them to visit and we can spend quality time together.

What makes this property unique

The historic charm of the old Spanish world mixes with the morning world and yet still retains so much of that historic charm. I love sitting on my front porch and enjoying the Trade Winds as they gently blow through the house while enjoying a cool beverage. Also I enjoy the privacy of my own pool in the backyard and my covered patio where I can sit at night and listen to the enjoyable sounds of Puerto Rico.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests