Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!

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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Culebra

Culebra Ferry Terminal8 min walk
Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega)17 min walk
Luis Pena Island7 min drive
Flamenco Beach11 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful wooden cabin right on the beach! Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets right on the water. Have your morning coffee with your toes on the sand and gorgeous views of Vieques and Luis Peña islands! The house sits right next to the Marine Biological Reserve. The best snorkeling in Culebra right at your front door! Only about a 10 minute walk from town!

Air conditioned. It has 2 rooms with queen size beds, 1 room with 2 dbl bunk beds. Nice L shape balcony upstairs with views of the beach. The kitchen and the bathroom are located downstairs along an open/airy terrace were you can lounge on the many hammocks available to snooze the afternoon away!.

Two showers available (1 hot water, 1 outside shower). Cottage comes with linens, regular towels (sorry no beach towels!), kitchenware, micro, blender, ice chests, lounge chairs on beach, hammocks. The owner will be more than happy to receive and welcome you into his house and to make your stay an unforgettable one! We know you will be back to our beautiful hidden getaway!!!

Suitability - NO SMOKING in premises, perfect for a large family, two small families or 2-3 couples looking for an adventure getaway, NO PETS!

Property manager

Tulio Ortiz

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Strict enforcement...wooden house, nature reserve

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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number 614965

About the area

Culebra

Located in Culebra, this cottage is on the beach. 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. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.

Culebra

What's nearby

Punta Melones - 5 min walk
Culebra Ferry Terminal - 8 min walk
Luis Pena Island - 7 min drive
Playa Tampico - 10 min drive
Flamenco Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pandeli - ‬9 min walk
‪Culebra Coffee - ‬8 min walk
‪Mamacitas Guesthouse Hotel Culebra - ‬10 min walk
‪Blac Flamingo Coffee - ‬15 min walk
‪Bar Happy Landing - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!! located?

Situated on the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Punta Melones and Culebra Ferry Terminal. Flamenco Beach is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

1 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great beach house with snorkeling

We loved the location and eclectic cottage at Melones Beach! As advertised, short walk to one of the best snorkeling spots on the island and 10 minute stroll into town. Host was responsive and helpful and had clear, informative instructions about the property!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marlo H.

18 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Culebra PR Vacation

Tulio Ortiz was an excellent host!!! He made us feel right at home - even met us in town to follow him to find the house faster. He walked us through the home to show us where everything was & how to work everything. Very thorough w/instructions. He helped guide us with referrals on restaurants, photographer & excursions. Side note: We highly recommend Captain Bill Catamaran for your boating excursion. Juan Carlos Garavito Photographer for your amazing family beach pics. This house offers the ultimate outdoor experience: beach front (beautiful sunrises & sunsets), snorkeling, roosters, iguanas, etc. Great place for families to relax together. Tulio provides hanging hammocks, bath & kitchen essentials & beach toys as well. Just a side note for those over 6’ tall - watch your head on lower level! Not a complaint just watching out for others☺️ Overall our family of 4 w/ 2 boys (7 & 12yrs old) absolutely loved this location! We hope to back!! Thank you Tulio for your excellent hospitality and sharing your beautiful place with us!!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

29 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Really nice location and so peaceful. It’s rustic but with all the necessities we needed. Hot shower, toaster oven, hammocks galore! Our kids were entertained with hermit crabs, chickens, iguanas, and some sweet shy snakes. The beach access and short walk to town for groceries or a meal out was a treat. Good to rent a vehicle (golf cart) to get to further away sandy beaches. Tulio was a text away for any questions and his place was clean and just we wanted in a getaway. Internet is there but we also didn’t use it much! Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Janet P.

24 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walk to town and Melones Beach

The cabin is rustic but comfortable. The snorkeling at nearby Melones Beach is really spectacular. In the evenings we closed up the upstairs and turned on the air conditioners to keep the bugs out.

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

20 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible in every way!

This space was absolutely perfect for our family vacation. Traveling with two little kids can be a challenge, but thanks to Tulio’s incredible hospitality, our visit to Culebra was comfortable and easy. Tulio not only provided a pack and play and bug net for our infant, but even came to the house to help set it up and offered for us to bring those with us when we left the house. What a difference this made!! The space was beautiful, check in and out a breeze, and all of it left us wanting to return again. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noelani S.

9 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Hideaway that's close to everything!

Tulio's place is lovely. Clean and airy. The upstairs has a view to the ocean, which is literally steps away from your home. Tulio was incredibly helpful, with all sorts of great resources. Rent a Jeep if you plan to go to all of the beaches (and you should). Every beach is beautiful and different - same for the snorkeling and rock scrambling. We were there in off season, so not a lot open during the week, but enough restaurants and grocery stores to sustain us. Highly Recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Thomas B.

25 Aug 2023

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Warning warning terrible property

This property is grossly misrepresented on VRBO The door locks are padlocks on the outside of the doors! The bathroom is downstairs and outside! The owner told us the tile underneath the house is very slick and wet due to it being outside , so if you go out in the dark to the outside bathroom try not to fall !!! Not to mention he is rude ! We told him we were not comfortable staying there , four women , he told us to get our stuff and get out! PLEASE Please don’t fall for this listing! The oven still doesn’t work since reviews 2012! Only one stove top eye worked and you can’t put ice in the freezer because it will thaw! The doors upstairs don’t come close to the floor so snakes bugs etc can come in as they please! This is a big mistake renting this place !!! Terrible start to a girls trip !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S., Dayton, Oh

15 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVE the Yellow House!

First of all, Tulio is great! He went above and beyond to give us recommendations on the area, answer all of our questions and provide good tips for our trip. The Yellow House is unconventional, but that's what makes it so special! It's not every day you head to the kitchen for a cup of coffee and have hermit crabs, iguanas and roosters roaming around your living space. The view was amazing and the breeze on the top deck was so relaxing in the evenings. Everything was clean, the kitchen had all the utensils that we required and the AC in the bedrooms kept us comfortable at night. The area is super safe and just a short golf cart ride away from the most beautiful beaches I've ever seen. It was hot in early August and the mosquitoes were active, but that all comes with the territory. Bug spray and citronella candles come in handy. If you're looking for a unique and relaxing vacation spot, this home is for you!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

24 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!

Everything about our stay at the yellow house was great. It's exactly as described. If you want a very private, relaxed and authentic experience while on Culebra this is the place.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

21 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stop on our honeymoon!

The property was beautiful, the host was very responsive and helpful. The snorkeling was great and accessible by foot!! Would definitely visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

30 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Loved the private beach and snorkeling out front!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrie w.

18 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This was our 5th trip to Culebra and it has never disappointed us. We usually stay at the flamenco beach villas but this house was so much better. The place all to ourselves. The hammocks, the beach amazing. We relaxed so much. The kids loved seeing the hermit crabs, the little lizards and the iguanas. The parents did too actually lol. Tulio was excellent to work with great communication and even met us early when our flight was changed to an earlier one. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie G.

7 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape to solitude on the beach !

My husband I thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House is as described, but so much more. We were alone in this little piece of heaven all week- not one person walked by our beach. Nature all around us- crabs, iguana, gecko, chickens, fish, pelicans etc. Our advice, in order to enjoy it all———- rent a golf cart- we spent days wandering around finding beautiful beaches… all of which were absolutely beautiful and very uncrowded. Don’t be afraid to wander down unmarked dirt roads with your golf cart ( or jeep)… that’s how you find the most beautiful spots. Make reservations at Susie’s, early in your stay- great restaurant!!! Also go early to Dinghy Dock and the taco place. Lots of good restaurants- enjoy them! We also got great snacks from the local roadside trucks. Liquor , beer, groceries, essentials are reasonably priced. Take lots of sunblock and bug spray.( No seeums and mosquitoes are present especially morning and evening) Bring snorkel gear. Enjoy this one of a kind adventure!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kate D.

18 Mar 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

This property was located a very short walk from Culebra’s best snorkeling spot. Great views and great outdoor seating. The owner was great about communicating and happy to share local knowledge!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin R., Waterford

8 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Getaway

Wonderful waterfront cottage with great breezes and views. House was close to town and a beach but the road is hilly. We walked to both numerous times but not everyone may want to. There are vans that will take you from town (ferry dock) to Flamenco Beach for $5. Tulio was great, met us at the dock, and was readily available during our stay. Of note, the bedrooms are upstairs and the bathroom is downstairs. You need to go outside so a flashlight is needed. Only hot water is in the shower.

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zina D.

12 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hammock haven

Sweet place in a quiet, private location, but close to everything. Host was great, place was clean and peaceful.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

8 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Indescribable

This was my third rental on Culebra. All have been wonderful but this one exceeded my expectations in many ways. Within 5 minutes of arriving at the cabin we were planning a return trip. The cabin is not visible from the road and we felt completely secluded, which we loved. Other reviews mentioned the hammocks and I wondered just how great can a hammock be. Turns out, they can be magic. We ate at least two meals a day there and the kitchen was great. Tulio was easy to communicate with and a great source of information. I would not change a thing about this property or the experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

25 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable for 5 adults

We loved the open air living and the hammocks. It was lovely to take our coffee down to the water to look out over the ocean in the mornings.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

31 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house

Fantastic trip. The location was incredible. Loved the house. This was our second trip to Culebra. We would come back and stay here again.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

29 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise!

This house was the perfect place to for our girls trip to Culebra! The space was clean and inviting! We had plenty of room for all 5 of us to relax and enjoy! We snorkeled right off of the back yard! Tulio was the prefect host! He made several recommendations and was sure to share his wealth of knowledge with us; all the best things that Culebra has to offer! He was also available the entire time to answer any questions by text! We will definitely be booking this place again in the future! Thank you Tulio!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., United States

27 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely spot on Culebra

We enjoyed the Yellow House a lot! If you are expecting a high-end tropical get-away, Culebra might not be for you. If you want a laid back, relaxing spot, with ton of great beaches and snorkeling, this is a place for you. The house had everything we needed to be comfortable and do most of our own cooking. Not a lot of restaurants open and easily accessible - and that was ok with us. Thank you Tulio - you have a gem.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Jim M.

5 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Yellow House

This place is in an ideal area if you want seclusion, but not to far from restaurants and groceries. very peaceful and relaxing. The outdoor lounging was an ideal way to relax. Great snorkeling right of the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B., Saluda NC USA

29 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best rental on the island

Perfect house to relax right on the ocean, go to sleep with the nice ocean breeze and sound of the waves lulling you to sleep. Multiple hammocks on porches to take a nap, very happy with home location and safety. Great snorkeling all over island and within walking distance to house. Perfect vaca!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda D.

20 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April vacation in Culebra

We had a wonderful time. Tulio was always available to answer questions. Weather was beautiful. Perfect for family who prefers a slightly unique vacation without lots of people. Highly recommended.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

whitney d.

11 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great location and great communication with Tulio. He gave good recommendations on the beaches and restaurants to check out. Not all beaches are sandy so just make sure you bring some good supportive shoes for when you walk in the rocky beaches 🙂

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tulio Ortiz

I grew up in San Juan but spent all of my Summers, X-mas breaks, Easter vacations, and holiday weekends living in Culebra with my grandparents and family. Joined the USNavy for 5 years at the age of 19. I graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans and after 12 years of living in the US mainland returned to PR. I have three beautiful children.

Why they chose this property

My family has lived in Culebra since 1886. Back then, Culebra was pretty much developed as an agricultural project by the Spanish Crown. My great great grandfather came over from Spain and became owner of some land, bought some more, and the rest is history. Sardinera beach II (Melones we call it!) has been owned and loved by my family and friends forever. Come share it with us for a while!

What makes this property unique

From the moment you disembark or fly into the island you will fall in love with it. It's hard to describe but, if you ask anyone that has been to Culebra and they will tell you. The moment you get off the main road into the access road you will feel transported into a different world. Pass the tunnel of acacia trees and at the end you will see the yellow house sitting in the sunshine. A nice open area downstairs filled with brightly colored hammocks invites you in! But what really catches you eye and ears is the view and the sound of the ocean right in front of you. Lots of trees run along the beachfront. They provide a nice shade for when the Caribbean sun gets a little too frisky. Pass the trees and on the edge of the water, you'll see the island of Vieques in the distance. The small waves that run along the top of the reef in front of the house come towards you to die at your feet! If it's late in the afternoon you can just have a seat on the sand and enjoy one of the most spectacular sunsets you will ever see! Make sure you have a 'sundowner' in hand. Want to eat out? Town is just a 8 min walk away. Want to snorkel in the Biological Reserve? Walk 20 steps into the water,
swim to the right, and you are there! Want to go to world famous Flamenco beach, Soni beach, Tamarindo, Carlos Rosario? Take the public transport or better yet, rent a golf cart or 4x4 and go exploring. Want to go to Tortuga beach in the island of Culebrita, or Luis Peña? Want to go diving? We'll arranged it for you! Come on down and enjoy!