Spectacular Ocean Views, Spacious Home, and Private Location.

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Entire home

Panoramic view from 2nd floor patio toward Fulladoza and Mosquito Bays.

View of our hillside home and part of the land from across the valley.

The front of the house faces to the East-Northeast.

Upper and lower patio areas at left end of house, facing East-Southeast.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

11:00 AM

Explore the area

Playa Sardinas II, Culebra

Fulladoza Bay5 min walk
Culebra Ferry Terminal6 min drive
Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega)13 min drive
Flamenco Beach16 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Guest Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Guest Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

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

Outdoor Shower

Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Please take note of Puerto Rico's COVID related travel requirements described on their "travelsafe" web page.

Our two-story home "Alturas De Culebra" (Heights of Culebra) is situated on nearly two private acres of prime hillside property and offers panoramic views of Fulladoza Bay and the Carribbean Sea. There is over 2,000 square feet of interior space plus an additional 1,500 square feet of covered and uncovered patios to take advantage of the Caribbean breezes.

The first level offers a spacious living room and a dining table with views of the ocean. The room opens onto the covered patio, which has ocean views and is set up for outdoor dining. The kitchen is well equipped and generous on space, and a large outdoor propane grill is situated directly outside the kitchen. The first floor has both a full bathroom and an outdoor shower.

The second level of the home features a wrap-around deck with spectacular panoramic views of the ocean. Enjoy beautiful sunrises from the deck in the morning, and stargazing at night. The main house contains 2 bedrooms while the third bedroom is a casita. All 3 bedrooms, each with air conditioning, ensuite bathroom, and walk-in closet, are located on the second level. They provide maximum privacy while enjoying the views and breezes of Culebra.

The home is surrounded by beautiful terraced gardens with thoughtfully planted flora. You will find flowering trees, and fruit trees around the property, including passion fruit, limes, oranges, and oregano.

There is a different beautiful beach to visit every day of the week on Culebra. All of the beaches are within 5 to 20 minutes from our house. For the adventurous, you can hike to the virgin beaches of Playa Resaca, Brava or Carlos Rosario. You can also charter a water taxi or a sailboat to the beautiful unspoiled islands of Culebrita and Luiz Pena.

NOTES:

For more than 2 people, the additional fee is $25.00/night for each additional person.

Thanks very much for choosing to stay at our Culebra home!

We would like to confirm:

You have read our House Rules section (bottom of listing, located under "Things to Know", click "Show More").

You understand that a 4wd vehicle is necessary to access our home (Both major rental companies rent 4wd vehicles nearly exclusively, just don't rent a golf cart :)).

Best regards,

Jeff and Alissa

Property manager

Alissa Haynes

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

On approval with rules.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outdoors only.

Only the guests who are part of the reservation are allowed on the property. Ask owner for exception if friends are expected.

Upon arrival, please inspect home for cleanliness. If anything is unacceptable, please tell housekeeper so she can correct while she is still on-site.

Tenant agrees to notify one of the owners immediately if any items in the house are damaged or broken during their stay.

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

Long-term renters welcome

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 193226

About the area

Culebra

Located in Culebra, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. 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.

Playa Sardinas II, Culebra

What's nearby

Fulladoza Bay - 5 min walk
Culebra Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive
Luis Pena Island - 12 min drive
Playa Tampico - 13 min drive
Flamenco Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

‪Pandeli - ‬5 min drive
‪Culebra Coffee - ‬6 min drive
‪Mamacitas Guesthouse Hotel Culebra - ‬6 min drive
‪Blac Flamingo Coffee - ‬6 min drive
‪Bar Happy Landing - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular Ocean Views, Spacious Home, and Private Location. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Spectacular Ocean Views, Spacious Home, and Private Location.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular Ocean Views, Spacious Home, and Private Location.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular Ocean Views, Spacious Home, and Private Location. located?

This family-friendly Culebra holiday home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Playa de Cascajo and Fulladoza Bay. Playa Punta Soldado and Culebra Ferry Terminal are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

17 Mar 2024

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

Culebra

Beautiful views of the bay . House furnishings were very good.The house had all supplies that you need. Jessie responded promptly to all our needs and she was excellent . Great property. It is very private with no close neighbors. Only a five minute drive to town. You need a 4 wheel drive vehicle to reach the home

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

monte h., Lawrence, Kansas

24 Feb 2024

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

Awesome!

Beautiful property, great porches, and a killer view. Everything we needed was there, and we loved the island. Very highly recommended, just note that you do need a jeep to get there.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

9 Feb 2024

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

Lovely, spacious home with an incredible view

This is a lovely home in a peaceful setting with an amazing view. Everything about the home is wonderful. It's well equipped with beach chairs, coolers, and snorkeling gear. The kitchen is spacious and also well equipped. There is even a full drawer of spices for cooking. The property manager is very helpful and welcoming. We would definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

26 Jan 2024

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

Happy repeat customers!

This is our second time staying at Alissa and Jeff's house at Alturas. It is a great location - very private, but not far from town - high on a hill so you always get nice breezes. Never need to use air conditioning, at least in January. The master bedroom is so spacious and all the bathrooms have just been remodeled - nice tiling! This would be a wonderful house for a family, but it was just me and my husband. Evenings we enjoyed sitting on the decks with drinks/snacks - fantastic ocean view. The kitchen has everything you might need. We had all our breakfasts here and made our lunches to bring with us to the beach. The beach chairs were perfect and easy to carry - very comfortable. Most evenings we went to the local restaurants - Dinghy Dock, Susie's (need reservations), Zaco's Tacos! There was construction on the bridge the first 2 days we were on the island. Luckily, we had 2 really nice beaches on our side of the bridge, so no issues. We would definitely come here again, and hope we can again next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

17 Jan 2024

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

Beautiful…

As advertised. Great communication. Always a beautiful breeze and excellent location.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

8 Dec 2023

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

Simply Incredible!

Amazing place and incredible view! Second time we’ve stayed here, just love it! Owners very responsive, recommend this place highly!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

5 Dec 2023

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

Spectacular views!

Views of ocean were spectacular. Property was clean and spacious, with all the amenities of home. This was our visit trip here, and we will definitely be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy b.

28 Nov 2023

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

Great Views

The property was very true to the pictures in the listing and the view was great. But when they say you need a jeep to get there you better believe it. The management team was on top of a few minor issues. Will stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rosie R.

2 June 2023

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

Beautiful views and very relaxing

Clean and beautiful property. This home was close to all beaches and restaurants. We all very much enjoyed our stay. We will be back .

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

4 Mar 2023

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

Incredible View / Great Property!

Absolutely loved this place! Incredible view, great outdoor spaces, wonderful house, constant breeze. Paradise!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz D., Brooklyn, New York

1 Mar 2023

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

Believe the hype!

I cannot give enough positive feedback on this property and on our overall experience to do it justice. This was our fourth trip to Culebra and by far the best place we have stayed--in the past we have stayed in a variety of places, but none came close to Alissa and Jeff's gem of a home. The location is perfect--perched high on a hill that provides gorgeous water views and an easy drive to town and all the beaches. It's true that you do need to rent a Jeep or other 4 wheel drive vehicle to access this house, but personally I think it's important to do that regardless of where you stay on the island if you want easy access to Zoni and other sites accessible via rough roads. Plus, tooling around in a Jeep is super fun on Culebra! Check in and check out were both a breeze. Before we even left NYC, we communicated several times with Alissa and Jeff and they were extremely responsive and helpful. We also connected with Jessie (their housekeeper) before we arrived and she offered to meet us in the morning, which was so helpful and appreciated. Jessie met us at our Jeep rental place and we followed her to the house so that she could show us around. The house was spotless and had everything we needed and more, including beach chairs (upon discovering 2 were broken, we texted Jessie and she replaced them with brand new ones within the hour!), beach towels, sand toys, coolers, and a fully stocked kitchen. We ended up grilling at home 4 out of the 5 nights and preferred that to going out. The upper deck was perfect for enjoying happy hour as the sun set, and we didn't have to wait in line at a restaurant or deal with parking in town. In the mornings we loved having coffee on the lower deck. We read through the guest book and the very detailed house information book and that led us to several places we hadn't tried before for snorkeling and hiking. We traveled with our 10-year-old son, one other couple and their 11-year-old son. The house was very spacious and comfortable for all of us. The kids shared the casita and loved having their "own little house" complete with a television and bathroom. It's true what the other reviewers have said about the wonderful breezes--we never turned on the A/C in the main house, though we did use it at night in the casita. Don't hesitate to book this house for your next trip! Liz, Brian, Jackson, Sara, Tim, and Zach Brooklyn, New York

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Cate M.

17 Dec 2022

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

Nice house high on the hill

House was clean and comfortable. Porches around the house have amazing views.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

9 Aug 2022

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

Beautiful home in Culebra!

What a fantastic place to spend time with the family. The house is beautiful, and its location ensures great breezes. We had a fabulous time and hope to return soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

13 July 2022

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

Just Right

Great views, great location, upper deck for sun and stars, lower deck for shade, constant breeze, exceeded expectations.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert I., Rochester, New York

14 Mar 2022

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

14 wonderful days

we have stayed at many VRBO properties over the years but this one was the best as far as being stocked with everything you would need for a fabulous time! Jeff & Alissa have a very welcoming home here with a well stocked kitchen, very comfortable furniture, and beach chairs, snorkle equipment, coolers, etc. for the beach which is why we were in Culebra, to enjoy the beautiful beaches there. Jeff & Alissa helped us secure a rental vehicle and contacted us before our stay with useful information and during our stay to make sure all was well. The owners are 5 star people as well as the property!!!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne F.

18 Jan 2022

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

Special home and location!

Alyssa, Jeff, and Jesse were all friendly, Pleasant, and responded quickly to any questions we had. Also helped when we were looking to rent a kayak and dinner suggestions. Their home is in a lovely neighborhood high on a hilltop Spectacular water views! It was just the two of us but would be excellent for three couples or for a large family gathering. Definitely recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Sandra M., Fishers, IN

3 Nov 2021

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

Beautiful Views!

The views from the house are absolutely beautiful. The bottom and top decks are wonderful both at sunrise and sunset. The house is nicely appointed with plenty of room in the living room for the 5 of us. The beds are comfortable. The drive to town and most beaches is 10minutes or less. It is true without a doubt that a 4x4 is needed to get to the house. We saw Anole and deer eating in the yard. No crazy things like snakes or scorpions. This is something specific to the COVID-era. We were there a Sunday to Friday. >90% of the restaurants were closed to dine-in eating (take out only). Towards the end of the week, a couple places had opened up to in-person dining. We ended up doing a lot of cooking for this reason. The stove and grill worked well. There were spices and basic condiments available from previous guests. You could tell the house is closed up a lot. It does have a slight musty odor that may bother someone with mold allergies. This just comes with a tropical, wet environment. The owners had scent absorbing bags in every room. There is air conditioning in the bedrooms which works great but none in the community spaces like the kitchen or TV/living room. If you have young children you are not likely going to want to put them in the bedroom with the two double beds since it has no entrance to the house (casita). My 12yo would not stay out there. There are several small grocery stores on the island. Do not expect many choices. The prices are decent. Just be aware that they take COVID VERY seriously. I am triple vaccinated and still felt ill prepared. Aside from the beaches, the Culebra residents expected a mask on both inside and out (even on sidewalks). Be prepared to wash your hands/gel immediately in any establishment to avoid being confronted. The owners were very responsive. Jessie showed us around well. She even picked up a few groceries for us on arrival since the stores would be closed when we arrived. They were very easy to deal with.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vivianne D., United States

3 Sept 2021

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

Amazing views! And yes, you really do need a jeep

The house was great! It’s up the hills and you really do need 4 wheel drive to get up to the house. Jessie greeted us at the Jeep rental and we followed her to the home. She went over the house procedures and gave some directions as to how to get into town and where to buy groceries. The house has everything you need, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, q tips, blow dryer, and toilet paper. There is leftover sunscreen and bug spray from previous renters as well. We didn’t do any cooking but the kitchen did look well stocked. The views are just as pictured if not better. The rooms are just as they appear in the photos. We would stay here again if we visited Culebra again. As a note to future renters, we did book a water taxi with Aquatic Adventures and they never showed or answered the phone. We booked 4 scuba dives with Culebra Divers and they were super responsive, prompt, safe, and professional.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

26 July 2021

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

Magical!

From the moment we arrived until our departure, our expectations were met or surpassed by this home and Culebra! The house and the views are even nicer than they appear in the pictures and Jessie makes all the logistics very easy. We followed the hosts suggestions for all activities and experiences and dining and absolutely loved our time here. Im already missing the constant breeze and the views of 3 separate bays! We will definitely be coming back to Culebra and we would rent this exact home again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amparo B.

22 June 2021

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

Family trip

Wonderful experience! Would love to come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

29 May 2021

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

Alturas de Culebra

We had a wonderful vacation at Alturas de Culebra. Alissa and Jeff’s house is absolutely beautiful! On top of the hill, it’s very breezy, so we didn’t have to use the AC at all. The view is absolutely breathtaking, the house spotless and cared for lovingly and very nicely decorated . The kitchen has everything you need to cook gourmet meals, not only pots and pans but also all the spices you can imagine. Both Jeff and Alissa were very prompt in answering all the questions and made the booking process very easy. Jessie was very nice and waited for us patiently at the boat dock and offered to drive us the next day to the car rental place. The information book at the house was very detailed and helpful not only for learning about the house rules but also about the beaches and island life. Once you get used to the steep road leading to the house, you really can’t ask for a nicer place to spend a fabulous vacation! Thank you, Alissa and Jeff for sharing your wonderful house with us!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

23 May 2021

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

So Peacful!

Beautiful home, very peaceful. Would stay again!!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josh F.

15 Mar 2020

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Million dollar view!

Great communication from the owner and hostess. House was exactly as described. Beautiful views and lovely breezes. Loved having fresh oranges on the property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Manuel S.

28 Feb 2020

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

Great

Great view, clean

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., Clinton, CT

17 Feb 2020

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Beautuful home, perfect location

This home was perfect for the 3 couples who visited Culebra from 2/4/20 - 2/11/20. The kitchen was well appointed with good appliances and cooking equipment. The living and dining areas were spacious and comfortable. It was wonderful to have a bathroom for each of the bedrooms. It was handy to have the outdoor shower to rinse things off after the beach. The outdoor verandas to take in the views, moon & stars at night were also very accommodating. There was ample space to park our 2 jeeps. The homeowners and Jessie the local contact person where very attentive and helpful. Culebra is a gem with very pleasant people, and beautiful beaches for snorkeling, swimming and lounging. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Alissa Haynes

We live in Park City, Utah although we are originally from Southern California and Alaska. We enjoy both the mountains and the beaches, and we like solitude. Our house on Culebra is a perfect fit for us.

Why they chose this property

We visited Culebra in 2011 and fell in love with it. Since our first visit, we have spent nearly all of our extended vacations on the island, in each case renting a home. Our wonderful experience with vacations in these homes motivated us to search for a home of our own, and Alturas de Culebra has been a perfect fit. We try to spend 4-5 months a year on Culebra.