Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Dryer
Washer
Hot tub
Pool
Fireplace
Parking available

Explore the area

arecibo

Cueva Ventana
‪7 min drive‬
Parque Ceremonial Indigena de Caguana
‪17 min drive‬
Arecibo Observatory
‪28 min drive‬
Arecibo (ARE-Antonio Juarbe Pol)
‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Contemporary Rustic Log Cabin located in the Rio Abajo Rain Forest. Perfect for bird watchers and nature lovers.Relax in the hot tub with therapy jets while cooking in our rustic chimney with local firewood , a glass and listening birds live music. you can find friendly visitors from local fauna like our "coqui" who can delightful you with their beautiful sound, This is a Tropical forest experience were you can meet local species living in their habitat. Experience the beauty of a hidden paradise. This log cabin is perfect for a private getaway surrounded by natures preserved beauty.

Property manager

Rosario (Chary) Padrò

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Childrens Must be supervise at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Any extra persons must be notify/no parties allow

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Outside, please use ashtrays

No Parties or events/no loud music/respect our Natural resources

be conscious in consumption , water, electricity, supplies.

I always ask all guest to care for this property as their own. Species that live in the forest do not represent threat or danger.

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: any extra persons must be notify/no parties allow

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 654496

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Utuado

Located in Utuado, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Arecibo Lighthouse and Arecibo Observatory are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cano Tiburones Nature Reserve and Camuy River Cave Park.

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What's nearby

Cueva Ventana - 7 min drive - 7.6 km
Parque Ceremonial Indigena de Caguana - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
Parque Ceremonial Indigena Caguana - 19 min drive - 20.0 km
Arecibo Observatory - 28 min drive - 23.9 km
Camuy River Cave Park - 32 min drive - 29.6 km

Getting around

Ponce (PSE-Mercedita) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

‪Panaderia Joel 2 - ‬11 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
‪Tavo's Pizza - ‬9 min drive
‪China Village Rest - ‬9 min drive
‪La Placita Del Viví - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rio Abajo Forest Cabin,Perfect for birdwatchers, adventures or just relax. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 4.7 mi (7.5 km) from Cueva Ventana and within 12 miles (20 km) of Parque Ceremonial Indigena de Caguana and Fresenius Medical Care. Parque Ceremonial Indigena Caguana is 12.4 mi (20 km) away.

9.6

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Ryan F.

27 Mar 2025

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

Quiet and Comfortable

Terrific, relaxing retreat in the Puerto Rican Central Highlands.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andreas-Christian B.

11 Mar 2025

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

Relaxing in nature

Simple, very remote holiday home accommodation, but lacking nothing. Perfectly equipped, with a small pool and wonderful birdsong and crickets chirping, even at night. Up to 6 cats come to visit every day. Access to the property and house is well organized. WiFi available, otherwise no WiFi.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

6 Mar 2025

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

Relax at the cabin in the moutains

This cabin is a little paradise hidden in the mountains. Decorated with taste, very well appointed with an outside little pool and a nice terasse, it is one of the most enchanting Air B&B we have been . The directions given by the owner were clear, we easily found the place despite a late evening arrival. Do not hesitate to book your stay there !

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

22 Jan 2025

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

Great spot so peaceful

Such a peaceful stay. Pool was heated with jets and great to relax in daily. Host kept in good contact and asked how are stay was going every couple days which I appreciated. Good amount of games to play which was a nice touch. Selectos and Walgreens was 10 minutes away which was nice

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

14 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication

Beautiful location! Great for families!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Cecilia A.

20 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

beautiful location, incredible place, infrastructure challenges

This cabin is truly special and the host extremely communicative. I wish I didn’t have to cut my trip short but the power went out 4 times in a little more than a week. As a Puerto Rican myself I am really conscious about the unfair issues with the electrical grid, which hit rural locations hardest and affect people’s livelihoods. But the truth is that while I was there the power went out so much that I had to leave early. She was very accommodating and refunded several nights’ stay which I really appreciate. I really hope it’s within the owner’s reach to go off the grid somehow. It just seems that this particular spot is chronically affected by these issues, worse than in other places in Puerto Rico. I mention this because existing reviews don’t and people should understand that they could be experiencing similar challenges.

Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna G.

8 Nov 2024

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

Nice place

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

19 Oct 2024

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

It’s better than the listing suggests.

It’s totally secluded, has a nice little pool that we used twice but honestly it was the serenity of the place that made it so wonderful. It is among the top 3 places I’ve stayed. And that includes Europe, and the US.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

21 June 2024

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

Amazing Home in Utuado Mountains

The home was really nice. It is a cabin in the mountains of Utuado. The cabin is surrounded by mountains on three sides and sits on a clearing between the mountains. The hostess was great. She sent us info on things to do and places to eat. We took her up on her pizza recommendation and it was well worth it. The cabin doesn’t have AC, so we had to use the fans and open the windows. This was awesome as we heard coquis, crickets and even a rooster in the morning. It was like having your own white noise. The jacuzzi was fabulous and it helped to cool the family after a long day of exploring around the island. The hostess also has banana trees on the property and gave us permission to pull some down to have for breakfast. The only drawback was some pesky feral cats from the nearby neighborhood who came by every night as we were eating. Outside of that it was a perfect rustic mountain property for a quick stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

5 May 2024

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

RELAXING

This place is so cozy and relaxing! The outside was our favorite part! You are surrounded by the sounds of nature! There were so many beautiful birds, little lizards, coqui frogs, fruits, vegetables, plants, it’s great! The inside was perfect for my husband and I with an extra bedroom. THIS is Puerto Rico! It’s not all beautiful beaches and waterfalls, the rain forests are amazing❤️

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Penny Y.

20 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in, communication

in the karst

Simple but with a television and grapefruit tree!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Seth I.

25 Feb 2024

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

Excellent location in the forest

This place was great - we stayed here so we could easily get to one of the river adventures that is about 30 minutes away. It is a simple cottage but has everything we needed for a few nights. It’s nice to get away from the crowded tourist areas and relax by the little pool. The owner was helpful with information and quick to get back to us when we had questions. I do feel the price is a little high, but not unreasonable.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

22 May 2023

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

Incredible Property

Rosario’s property is an incredible find! I spent a week here while working in the area, and it was perfect. Its location tucked away inside the Rio Abajo forest is prefect for getting some peace and quiet. There is no AC but the fans, and dehumidifier inside of the home make the home quite tolerable during those hot days (not to mention the pool as well.) Rosario was also super helpful with providing information about the rental, as well as things to do in the surrounding area. I would definitely recommend this listing to anyone who’s looking for a little extra peace and quiet. I personally will definitely be staying again.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David R.

13 Apr 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disliked: Location

Owner is awesome

Owner cancelled, but VRBO customer service is awful .Just like your parent company Expedia,it is impossible to get things done on a timely or correct basis. Timely as in 7 days. I dont expect things to work smoothly right now....but you sure can send a survey out. Why go to the expense when you know the answer???

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

About the host

Hosted by Rosario (Chary) Padrò

Hola! I am Rosario .I grew part of my life in this family country house , enjoying the nature and mountains in the Bosque Rio Abajo and in the north-coast, 15 minutes in my hometown Arecibo.The perfect balance !
The log cabin has been part of my life since I was a child and this is the reason I enjoy nature so much and want you to share you to have this experience and enjoy as much as I do.

Why they chose this property

this inherited log cabin in the Rio Abajo Forest provide a very special lovely place in the Rio Abajo forest; Secluded and secured place but accesible to airports, beaches, north and south side of the Island.The log cabin was acquired by my father during the 60's whereThe first Peace Corps where stablished . Rio Abajo Forest is a forested preserve in Puerto Rico owned by the Department of Natural Resources. It consists mostly of subtropical wet and moist karst forest. Mogotes and sinkholes fill the landscape. It is home to plant and wildlife species that include endangered species such as the Puerto Rican broad-winged hawk (Buteo platypterus brunnescens), the Puerto Rican boa (Chilabothrus inornatus), and a captive population of critically endangered Puerto Rican parrots (Amazona vittata). Captive parrots are slowly being released into Rio Abajo in an attempt to form a second population.

What makes this property unique

Great location , near North and South of the Island, mountains and beach, near main roads and also secluded and private. this is a special neighborhood, where in the 60"s during Kennedy's presidency, choose this forest to open 2 base camps and the first ones in the world to trained people for all over the worlds mission "Peace Corps"; you are just in front of one, Crozier Camp. Now people of the community are working to raise and have main services to the community in this space. Also at the end of road 621, in the second camp , Now is the sanctuary of our Parrot/ Amazona Vittata.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Living Room 1

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property