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Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms

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Beach nearby, beach towels
Outdoor pool
Exterior
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms

Villa Don Rafa a family and friends memorable beach vacation at a prestige location in Yabucoa, Puerto Rico.
The space
Create a memorable vacation experience in a beautiful, well decorated house and apartment with the capacity of gathering ten friends and family in a same lot. Enjoy the exterior with three gazebos, private swimming pool, kitchen area and a two-story terrace with a pool table and a great ocean view. Enjoy the sunset and have a blast during the full moon nights either from the beach or the house. For many years have been known as a hidden paradise.

Take a morning beach walk, enjoy the famous “Posita”, sunbathe at the Caribbean waters and create your memories. We provide beach chairs, towels and a cooler for you to use during your stay. Just have a blast during your vacation and experience lazing around. You will be part of a silent family and friends’ community after 10:00pm.
Guest access
Guests are welcome to enjoy all the facilities included in the house. No worries if the light goes out, there is a generator that lights the house until the service is back. Counts with a water cistern. We offer the services of a professional Photographer, a Massage Therapist and a Flute Musician for a special moment or your yoga routines. If interested we can inform you of the extra cost for their services.
Other things to note
It is popular in Puerto Rico to “Chinchorrear”. This means when people gather with their family and friends and trace a route to visit places to eat, drink, dance and keep making multiple stops at different spots. We will provide you with a list of recommended places to eat and drink around the area. In the list you will find places like La Casita de Roldy, Platanutre, Dulce y Salao, La Terraza de Juanita, Rancho el Campo, Pescadería la Puntita, El Ikokal and Sammy’s Family Pizza among other to eat great local food. For breakfast you can visit Dulce Arte Bakery is 10 minutes away.

Palmas del Mar has a 18 hole Golf Course 15 minutes away. Chichi Rodriguez Golf Course 45 minutes away.

Property manager

Sylvia

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Kitchen island
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Next to a golf course
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 215667

About the neighborhood

Map
Yabucoa, Yabucoa

What's nearby

  • Playa El Cocal - 2 min walk
  • Playa El Negro - 6 min drive
  • Lucia Beach - 8 min drive
  • Palmas Del Mar Golf Club - 16 min drive
  • Palmas del Mar Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Vieques (VQS-Antonio Rivera Rodriguez) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sabor China - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Muelle Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Rumba - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kioscos De Yabucoa - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms located?

Situated in Yabucoa, this golf vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa El Cocal, Lucia Beach, and Playa El Negro. Playa Punta Tuna and Playa Larga are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Three generations together. My grandchildren met their ‘bisabuela’, my mom for the first time. Priceless moments celebrated in a beautiful home. Rental is just as described. Sylvia & Andrea exceed expectations as hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Don Rafa
Positives: The location is private (gated entry) and the community is quiet. Short distance to the beach which is also private (key fob needed) the surrounding area has very little to offer other than a few kiosks with ok food and drink. The beach was very nice. Quiet side for kids where a rock outcrop protects the shore line and a more traditional beach where the sand was nice and the waves were not that rough. Only for experienced swimmers. Very few people on the beach. The house had a well equipped kitchen and sufficient beach equipment, but two of the beach chairs provided were broken. Plenty of chairs outside to lounge by the pool or on the balcony. The billiards table was covered and out of the sun but lining up shots could be difficult with the possibility of slipping off the patio. Outdoor kitchen had two grills and a gas range with refrigerator. Owner was responsive. Negatives: I want to preface that not all the negatives are the fault of the owner. We lost power a total of three times in 6 days. Not weather related. We did have a generator but it ran out of fuel once and failed to start another time. Hard to sleep while running. All activities are minimum 45-60min Drive. The pool was only about 3-4 feet deep. Pool filter was not working properly. Local grocery is far 20-40 mins depending where. Stray cats at house daily 24/7. Stray dogs on beach. Lacks a living room/common area other than dining room table. We had 8 stay here and it felt a bit small. Grade:3.5stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside beach home with tropical vibes
The large property was a perfect fit for our group of nine people. The smaller 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment on the property was very comfortable and gave our family privacy. Both houses were very clean and decorated beautifully. Outdoor kitchen was convenient and we used outdoor seating. Pool felt refreshing and we spent several days enjoying it along with the lush plants and flowers on the property. Sylvia was available and responded quickly to any concerns. Sylvia provided recommendations on local restaurants, trips, and activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

chiara g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing staying
If I could give 10 stars I would! The location is impossible to beat (3 minutes walking from a private, gorgeous beach), the house (beautiful) has EVERYTHING you can ask for, and IF what you are looking is not there, Carlos and Sylvia will make sure to get it for you. They are extremely helpful and accommodating. They gave us recommendation on tours, places where to eat and answered all our questions. Definitely one of the best stay ever!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene T.

Liked: Cleanliness
fabulous villa
we absolutely loved the property.the outdoor space is wonderful.i especially loved the outdoor kitchen with 2 types of grills.sitting outside in any one of the patios with the ocean breeze was a dream.great space for the whole family.the kitchen has eveything you need to get started.villa was very clean and well maintained.only had one small issue,the master bed was really uncomfortable it seems to have 'dips' and leans to one side. everything else was perfect! i would 100% stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness
Family w/ adult children
What a phenomenal experience! Communication began the moment we booked. Check-in process was easy even though we arrived late in San Juan. The home is as described. We found it to be comfortable and well decorated. Ample bath and pool towels were provided as well as toiletries. We found everything we needed to prepare meals: pots, pans, utensils and plenty of dishes for our party of 8. There’s also a toaster, coffee maker, & blender. The dining table seats 6, but there is room for 2 at the bar- there’s also plenty of seating outside to eat. I think there were tvs in each room, but who knows, we didn’t watch it; there was too much to be done with family on this wonderful island. The property is amazing! There are so many outdoor spaces to just “be”. Want to play a game in the pool- you can! There’s a floating table! We never felt like we were on top of each other and had ample space. The walk to the beach is a little tough on the way back as it is all uphill, but the refreshing shower once you re-enter the property makes you forget it all. The beach itself is not very busy. Most times there were only a few others down there with us. We had a few very minor issues- portable speaker not charging, hot water, smoke alarm beeping- all taken care of immediately! We have been to Puerto Rico a few times and this was the family’s favorite! We hope to be back in the future :)
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great 12 year trip for granddaughter
Charming home that offered us privacy for two couples and one 12 (going on 15) year old. Gorgeous plants surround the garden area and the pool is right outside the door. We loved the quiet gazebo in the middle of the property that gave shade on a hot day and the upper deck with a stunning view of the ocean. The feral cats and chickens became friends. The property had everything we needed for a great week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot
Syvia could not have been more responsive and helpful. The location is beautiful and all of the outdoor spaces made the property seem even larger. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
This house is absolutely beautiful! And the outdoor space was even more beautiful. We were lost and the owner was kind enough to meet us and guide us to the home. There was a total of 10 of us and we fit comfortably. House is clean. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adult Family Trip
Property was awesome! Lived up to all expectations and more. More than enough space for 8 adults, both inside and out. Open aspect of the Kitchen and living area, to the size of the bedrooms. Separate apartment allowed for a little separation if needed. Outdoor space was great with the deck overlook- (especially for coffee in the AM) the pool ,and outdoor gathering areas. And a short walk to the beach gave great options. My wife and I, along with our 3 adult children and their significant others enjoyed the property tremendously. Thank You!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place
This property is fantastic. Sylvia and Carlos have done a wonderful job. The places are very clean, safe and spacious. The beach was great. My girls enjoyed the pool, the pool table and the beach. Nothing was overlooked.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Place off the Beaten Path
All of the reviews left so far are spot on. Our multi-generation family of 8 stayed in Villa Don Rafa and absolutely loved it. The hosts were very responsive to any questions or assistance we needed while onsite. The beach is less than a 0.25 mile walk (or drive) down the hill and we almost always had it all to ourselves. If you are a runner (I'm training for a marathon), get ready for some hill training. Although you can also do quarter mile loops and stay on a flat portion for the majority of your run. You will definitely need a vehicle to get around, but we also loved the time we spent just hanging out at the villa or beach. We would definitely book here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We truly enjoyed our stay here - the property is spacious and beautiful, and the hosts are quick to respond and provide any assistance needed. They even left a delicious New Years Day cake for us upon check in! There is a grocery store and Walgreens within 10 min and easy day trips to San Juan, the rainforest and the bioluminescent bay. The beach is within walking distance (two minutes away), and never crowded. There is a little swimming area for kids as the waves can be rough for swimming, but lots of open each for splashing in the surf. We would highly recommend for families and groups!! What a wonderful place.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place! Quiet peaceful location
Property was exactly as described. Owners were very quick to answer any questions or concerns. We used the pool day & night and enjoyed mostly everything the property had to offer with no issues. We would happily stay again! Only thing I wish they had was a trash service or a golf cart on property for the trash becuase the property is on a steep hill. Cats will start to come if the trash is not taken out daily!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes M., Bayonne, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Staycation!
House was everything stated on Vrbo. Sylvia was great, very attentive and helpful. I recommend this house to Family and friends looking to make life long memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hector A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was amazing the host was so amazing so attentive so kind
Beautiful
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
You should book here!
Great location and a great host. Would book here again for sure!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myrna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2022
This property is an absolute gem! From the moment we arrived we felt at home. We were left fresh mangoes and the property manager, Sylvia was always so helpful and welcoming. In the back yard you will find beautiful fruit trees including a guava tree!!! The check in process is smooth as well as the check out. We were provided with a keyless Fob to enter the gates community. We had two cars but we were able to manage with the one Fob. (Would be easier with two but nonetheless we had no issues with the one) My children did not want to leave the home as they enjoyed the pool and the scenery. The beach is less than a 5 minute walk (pending your speed) and we explored the surrounding areas. Listening to the coqui at night especially after rain was so relaxing. The home was not only comfortable but welcoming all hours of the day and night! You will also find playing cards, dominoes and board games for some good old fashion game nights! My children are already asking to return and when we shared pictures with our families back home they want to book this lovely home! This is by far one of the best rentals we had the privilege in renting. The price is spot on and it was so refreshing to have been able to enjoy every aspect of our vacation! Gracias por todo Sylvia. La casa fue muy cómoda, limpia, bonita y sobre todo fue una experiencia súper buena.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cady H., Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
This Place is an Absolute Gem!
Thisnplace is truly a gem! The house was gorgeous and very clean. The outdoor area was spectacular and where we spent a lot of our time. There's a pool, a pool table, poolsode bar, outdoor kitchen, and 4 cute seating areas. The yards were beautifully landscaped with all sorts of plants including orchids growing on the side of trees! The host, Sylvia, was wonderful! She met us at the house and gave us a tour and explained how things worked. She surprised us with beers in the fridge and a bottle of wine to start our vacation off right! She even brought us fresh mangoes from her tree!! Sylvia also sent us a comprehensive list of recommendations of places to eat *plus* the hours they were open! She really went above and beyond!! And this place is a 5 minute walk to a lovely beach! I can't recommend this place highly enough! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A., Pinehurst

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
The house/apartment combo worked really well for our two families (4 adults, 6 kids). The kids had their own space and spent so much time playing pool and in the pool that the adults got a relaxing vacation. In addition to the gorgeous property, we loved the location (short walk to the beach) and area. We enjoyed practicing Spanish at the local stores and restaurants. The property managers were wonderful, and the fresh mangoes they left were delicious and a nice touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022