Charming Tropical Villa, Surrounded by Nature with Easy Beach Access & Parking
4.5
Excellent(63 Reviews)House in San Juan
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Villa Verde is a 3 bedroom/ 3 bathroom private home featuring two great terraces. Great space for family and friends.
- Sleeps up to 8 persons.
- Great location, 15 min to airport, 20 min to Old San Juan.
- Easy walk to Ocean Park Beach in 3 min or less, 2 blocks away.
- Managed by The Marco Polo Collection, part of our collection of fine vacation rental properties.
- You will be in excellent hands with our professional staff, with many years of experience, drawn from Puerto Rico, the U.S. and Europe.
- Gated neighborhood, safe, minimal traffic.
- Fully air conditioned.
- A wall along the sidewalk further assures privacy, security and tranquility.
-We have secure, off-street parking for 1 car.
- Villa is surrounded by lush plant life – red bamboo, banana trees, palms, bougainvillea and ferns.
- The plants and trees help isolate any city noises, and the songs of the birds during the day and the coquís at night make you feel like you are in the countryside, at the same time just a block away from the beach!
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
- Sleeps up to 8 persons.
- Great location, 15 min to airport, 20 min to Old San Juan.
- Easy walk to Ocean Park Beach in 3 min or less, 2 blocks away.
- Managed by The Marco Polo Collection, part of our collection of fine vacation rental properties.
- You will be in excellent hands with our professional staff, with many years of experience, drawn from Puerto Rico, the U.S. and Europe.
- Gated neighborhood, safe, minimal traffic.
- Fully air conditioned.
- A wall along the sidewalk further assures privacy, security and tranquility.
-We have secure, off-street parking for 1 car.
- Villa is surrounded by lush plant life – red bamboo, banana trees, palms, bougainvillea and ferns.
- The plants and trees help isolate any city noises, and the songs of the birds during the day and the coquís at night make you feel like you are in the countryside, at the same time just a block away from the beach!
Pets - not allowed
Smoking - not allowed
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of San Juan
Reviews
4.5
Excellent(63 Reviews)4.5
This place was so pretty and cozy, definitely would highly recommend.
4.5
Gated-community property was safe & provided all we needed. Unfortunately nearby park was closed but there were many walking options for food & shopping in area. Beach also accessible although rougher surf conditions during our stay. All good!
4.5
We came with 3 generations, including a toddler, and this adorable house was perfect for the group. It was clean, spacious, and quiet, which is particularly important when traveling with little kids who go to bed early and need to nap during the day. If you are looking to stay in the heart of the city surrounded by nightlife, this is probably not the place for you, but there are a few restaurants within walking distance, a 10min walk to the closest beach, and a quick car ride to everything else.
It was unclear what the relationship was between the hosts, who live nearby, and the management company, that handles check in and payment, but the hosts are lovely and extremely helpful.
Only one criticism: in general, the check-in/access/key situation could use some improvement. In total, there are five different keys for the various locks required to get in and out of the unit. Then there is a sixth key, stored elsewhere, for leaving the gated community on foot. Otherwise, you must enter and exit through the communities main entrance several blocks away. Once we learned about the pedestrian key access was much more convenient. And make sure you have cell reception for check-in otherwise you will not be able to receive the initial access code. Even with cell reception it took several phone calls to be granted access, ultimately getting us in about an hour after check-in. Inconvenient but a minor hiccup given the rest of the stay was so wonderful.
4.5
Out of all the places we have stayed in, this is the very best one yet. If you are looking for privacy and comfort, this is the place. The neighborhood is great, there was a couple of roosters and chickens just walking around but that made it a sweet experience. there is no issue with parking and the neighbors were all quiet. It is less than 20 minutes from the airport, the location is very convenient. The beach is about a 10 minutes away by walking. we were there for 8 days and having 3 bathrooms with 5 people was a great amenity. We didn't have to go out to eat if we did not want to, there is a BBQ you can use out back and enjoy the property. Judith and Tania are always available to answer any questions and made the process very smooth and pleasant. I am definitely using this property from now on and recommending it to all my friends.
4.5
We had a great stay in San Juan at this property. The backyard has nice plants and a table where you can sit outside and enjoy the birds and frogs (!) We used Uber and getting around the city was convenient. It was nice to be in a neighborhood to get the feel of San Juan.
4.5
Everything we wanted
4.5
El sitio lo recomiendo mucho todo estaba muy limpio y organizado, en la cocina tenian lo basico para cocinar. La casa es grande super comoda bien cerca del aeropuerto y playas. Siempre tuve una excelente cominucacion . Muchas gracias
4.5
Localizacion
El sitio lo recomiendo mucho todo estaba muy limpio y organizado, en la cocina tenian lo basico para cocinar. La casa es grande super comoda bien cerca del aeropuerto y playas. Siempre tuve una excelente cominucacion . Muchas gracias
4.5
Great house with 2 patios for beginning and ending the day in. Those helping in overseeing everything were very easy to work with.
4.5
Great area with a beach in walking distance
Great house with 2 patios for beginning and ending the day in. Those helping in overseeing everything were very easy to work with.
4.5
The residence was a little difficult to get to because the directions that were provided and Google maps aren't up to date. We spent about an hour driving around to figure out how to get to the residence. When we got there, the arrangement of the beds was extremely awkward. The master was in between two other rooms which made it difficult for my partner and me to have privacy. One of the air conditioners in one of the rooms did not work. However, to top it off the water shut off in the residence 3 times while we were staying there because of a plumbing issue. I contacted the residence manager several times about the issue and it was rather difficult to get in contact with her. When I finally did get in contact with her, she provided me with two jugs of water for the 5 people in our stay to shower with. She didn't offer another place to stay even a discounted rate for the inconvenience. So my group literally paid to shower with cold water from a jug lol. Overall it wasn't the worst place I've stayed in but I definitely wouldn't stay again.
4.5
It did the job. Would have been nice to have running water :(
The residence was a little difficult to get to because the directions that were provided and Google maps aren't up to date. We spent about an hour driving around to figure out how to get to the residence. When we got there, the arrangement of the beds was extremely awkward. The master was in between two other rooms which made it difficult for my partner and me to have privacy. One of the air conditioners in one of the rooms did not work. However, to top it off the water shut off in the residence 3 times while we were staying there because of a plumbing issue. I contacted the residence manager several times about the issue and it was rather difficult to get in contact with her. When I finally did get in contact with her, she provided me with two jugs of water for the 5 people in our stay to shower with. She didn't offer another place to stay even a discounted rate for the inconvenience. So my group literally paid to shower with cold water from a jug lol. Overall it wasn't the worst place I've stayed in but I definitely wouldn't stay again.
4.5
Our stay was fine. The ID requirements for all the guests were excessive and pointless - I almost cancelled the reservation rather than put up with them. You might also want to provide a few more basic condiments like salt and pepper.
4.5
Review
Our stay was fine. The ID requirements for all the guests were excessive and pointless - I almost cancelled the reservation rather than put up with them. You might also want to provide a few more basic condiments like salt and pepper.
4.5
The house is perfect for a family or group of friends to stay at, the location is good and a short uber ride from pretty much anything you'd want to do around San Juan as well as the airport.
4.5
Excellent Accomodation
The house is perfect for a family or group of friends to stay at, the location is good and a short uber ride from pretty much anything you'd want to do around San Juan as well as the airport.
4.5
Felt like being at home, everything I needed was available.
4.5
Quirky fun, spacious & cozy, stocked kitchen, wifi not great
Our group of 6 loved this home as we stayed several weeks. There is a lot of various places to sit and hangout all over the property. Fair warning though, the wifi is super bad. If only staying briefly or not needing wifi much then you're good. The stray cats that linger outside daily are annoying but harmless. Sometimes it was confusing who fro Marco Polo we were needing to communicate with as many were involved. They were always prompt to help though. The kitchen is stocked really well with everything you need and more, and with some snacks/basic food upon arrival. Beds were nice, 3 clean bathrooms, and restful outdoor space.
4.5
Too much paper work
I was hassled about information which I already gave them through vrbo, plus they needed ID before I could finalize anything. Thered gates that are locked off so you have to go through the back bedroom to get to one of the nice outside areas. The project slum is right across the street so I get the extra security.
4.5
Happy with our stay!
Nice people and nice place as advertised.
4.5
Perfect stay!
We had a wonderful time staying in Ocean Park last week. six adults fit comfortably with plenty of amenities. The best part was having three bathrooms! You never find those at a rental! I had a bedroom which opened onto the patio and also had doors to the backyard. It was beautiful! The owners left some welcome snacks and it was so kind and a lovely touch after traveling most of the day.
4.5
Really enjoyed the stay
4.5
Nice place!
Really enjoyed the stay
4.5
Great location and clean, spacious house!
Great open floor plan with well appointed kitchen. There owners left a nice bag of local coffee and a small bottle of local rum. Fresh eggs and some beers in the fridge. Very welcome after a long trip. Perfect location with added to the beach, city and beyond. Thanks!
4.5
Beautiful Villa Verde Villa
Our stay at the villa just what the doctor ordered. Our group of 6 (3 adults and 3 teenage kids) all slept comfortable in the spacious house. The air conditioning was a nice treat, as well as the Jacuzzi. We very much appreciated the "starter" food amenities. With our late arrival, it was nice to have some food readily available. The property was very well maintained and clean. We really enjoyed being in a gate residential community, that was quiet and well kept. We appreciated very much the beach supplies that were in the shed outside. We enjoyed the local cats dropping by for a visit, as well as all the little reptiles that shared the space. Beach was easily accessible, clean and close. The owners provided excellent care throughout our stay in villa. Thank you for sharing this wonderful place with us, and we look forward to staying again!
4.5
Simply lovely
Great vacation home. Very clean and it had everything we needed to make our stay enjoyable. The location was also perfect! Close to airport and all the hotspots in San Juan. We very much enjoyed our stay and will definitely rent again!
4.5
Past This One By
We were in shock as to the location of this property. One has to travel through graffiti saturated streets and low income housing to reach this property. The street to the address were full of potholes and dirty. Once there, we were met by John and his wife who stated the electricity had gone out that morning. My guests did not want to get out of the car! We decided to go grab some lunch and upon our return found the electricity had come back. The kitchen is in dire need of updates and small. The photos showed a beach a block away when in reality it was much longer (5 blocks). Unfortunately, we felt more comfortable spending our week away from the house and regret reserving this home. Truly one to stay away from!!
4.5
Perfect for a girls trip
This place was perfect for 5 thirty-something women! We were met by a member of John's staff who greeted us and made sure we were settling in okay, she even helped us make reservations at an upscale restaurant (we had an awesome table!) and gave us a tour of the house. When we needed help with transportation, they were there and arranged all our cars to/from the airport. Super communicative - when you're in a foreign country (okay, territory) that goes a long way!
There are 3 bathrooms, no one ever had to wait on anyone. And the rooms are spacious. This isn't the Ritz-Carlton, sure, but it's all serviceable and in a good area for walking to the beach. We really enjoyed the people and the quiet street. Walk to ocean park beach is about 10 minutes, beds were comfortable, everything worked fine. The only issue is that parking for a rental car, if you don't want to park it on the street, is very tight...but you can do it!
4.5
This unit is in need of being updated.
We stayed in this house for the month of February. Unfortunately, there were several things that were problematic: (1) the furniture was shabby and uncomfortable; (2) we had to purchase new beach chairs and towels because the ones that came with the house were worn out, and there were no towels; (3) we had to purchase speakers for the TV, because the volume barely worked; and (4) the house was not thoroughly cleaned prior to our arrival. The benefits were that it was close to Barbosa Park and Beach. While this house may be adequate for a couple of nights, I would not recommend it for a long-term rental.
4.5
Great vacation rental
Great location! The unit has everything you need. It is spacious, clean and comfortable. So much better and more convenient than hotel. Nice professional management and organization.
We would recommend this to friends.
4.5
Comfortable, Quiet Place
There were 5 ladies in our party. We were greeted by Tania who gave us a tour of the house. Puerto Rican coffee and a small bottle of rum was left on the counter to welcome us as well as some beverages that were left in the fridge. The first thing we noticed was that the house was very clean and there was plenty of space for us. Each room was equipped with its own AC unit. For the most part, the kitchen was well equipped. We loved eating out on the patio. It was a gated community so we felt very safe. The location of the house was great as it was only a short walk to the beach and the park. We even walked to church which was only a few blocks away. Grocery store and other shopping areas were also close by. We rented a car so we were able to venture out to other sides of the island such as Rincon, Fajardo and Ponce. We would recommend staying at Villa Verde to our friends and family.
4.5
Perfect!!! Beautiful, comfortable, great rental.
Our family stayed at Villa Verde for Thanksgiving week. I can't say enough about our experience. From even before we touched down, Annette was in touch to make sure we were taken care of. We used her advice for a car service from the airport (Carlos) and ended up using him all week. He came for us at the drop of a hat and was always full of helpful information. Annette met us at the house when we arrived, gave us a tour, gave suggestions and even had food and drinks in the fridge for us. In addition, she gave us a ride home from lunch just because she was in the area. Throughout our stay, if we needed a dinner recommendation she was very quick to reply. We couldn't have asked for a better or more helpful person. We even cooked our Thanksgiving dinner here. Thank you so much to John and Annette for such a wonderful experience.
4.5
Great location and wonderful visit!
We were very pleased with this home . It was just as described and in fact felt larger. We were a family of 6 - grandparents, parents and two children age 4 and 6. The home is well appointed and very clean. We felt very safe in this neighbourhood and other areas we visited. Good customer service. Welcome treats upon arrival. Walking to beach was a bonus. Easy to walk to several restaurants although a vehicle (we rented) makes one's stay more enjoyable. Easy to drive in and around area and we explored rainforest and old San Juan by car. Coastal drives were wonderful and we ate local foods daily. We would recommend this property without hesitation.
4.5
Comfortable and convenient
We had a great stay with 3 comfortable bedrooms and 3 baths. The kitchen had good storage and working utensils. Plenty of towels, beach gear, and outdoor spaces. The house is very secure with access via the outside door or the garage gate. There were some DVD movies that the kids enjoyed and a nice selection of books as well. Each bedroom has it's own air conditioning unit which gives you nice temp control in each room. The kitchen was stocked with plenty of bowls, dishes, and glasses and the full size refrigerator held plenty of food and drink for the week. The beach is about a 10 min walk, adjacent to a park with a nice kid''s playground. Although we were concerned about the 2 hurricanes that passed our way during in the week. we never lost power and the house water reserve was comforting. - thanks John for a great home - all the best - Joe
4.5
Great place, great location and great time.
We reserved this rental with some friends (total of 5 people) including 2 couples for a weekend for a friend's wedding. It was a great place and we really enjoyed it. The location was great, and the area while active wasn't overly busy, allowing us to relax. The house itself was very spacious, had a beautiful garden, came stocked with several nice little surprises including some great local coffee, and was a nice little getaway for us all. The beach was a quick walk away (no more than 5 minutes), and it was right in between the major sites of PR. It really was a great value and we hope to come back sometime soon to spend a little more time in Puerto Rico and the Ocean Park area.
4.5
Avoid the Resorts and Stay in this Lovely Home
We were four ladies visiting Puerto Rico for the first time. We didn't want to stay in any of the big resorts so we searched for private homes to rent and found this lovely home in a quiet safe neighborhood in Orchard Beach. The photos and reviews by previous guests convinced us to book the property. We stayed at Villa Verde for four nights before heading to Luquillo for the remainder of our trip. We chose this home for its outdoor patios and yard, where we spent most of our time. Both were lovely, quiet, and relaxing. We started in one patio for morning coffee and breakfast and moved to the other for drinks and afternoon sun. The property has three bedrooms and three full bathrooms. For four women, this was ideal - no one had to share a bed (one bedroom had two twins) and only two of us had to share a bath. Each room had enough pillows, blankets, and towels to go around. Oddly, the only thing we found lacking was clothes hangers - there were hardly any. The living room and dining room were very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped for basic cooking needs. We made our breakfasts and lunches there and dined out for dinner. The home was very secure, gated, and felt very safe. Annette, the property manager, met us upon our arrival and provided a wonderful 'welcome kit'. She was quick to answer inquiries and fix a minor problem with one of the air conditioning units. We did not have a car during our stay here, so we took the local bus, which was a 2 block walk, into Old San Juan. It was safe, convenient, and only 75 cents. Taxis were very expensive so we avoided them when possible. The public beach was only a 5 minute walk. We found the surf to be pretty rough, not ideal for swimming but the surfing looked great. Around the corner are two great places: Kasalta bakery and Bagua restaurant. We did the typical tourist things in San Juan - the forts and Old San Juan, Bacardi (don't waste your time as it was terrible), the cock fights (legal here), the Mercado/Placita on Friday night, the outdoor Heineken concert (last Sunday of the month), and drinks here and there in Condado. We did splurge with dinner at Marmalade, San Juan's best restaurant - amazing! We found the property to be as described and as the pictures depicted, although the kitchen was definitely lived in, which we didn't mind. We loved the stay here as it was exactly what we wanted - to live as the locals.
4.5
Gorgeous, tranquil and pristine hideaway!
Our group of 6 friends stayed at this beautiful property over a weekend in the beginning of May, and could not have asked for a better experience. The house is gorgeous - not one but TWO outdoor chill spaces, super clean, washer/dryer, beautiful comfy bedrooms and three full baths, in a super quiet and safe neighborhood just a 5 minutes walking from a gorgeous, uncrowded beach, tons of parking... I have to also mention that the Marco Polo team was super helpful to us. From answering any questions we had about the property to seamless contract signing, payment and deposit reimbursement, I wouldn't hesitate to work with them again. They met us at the house to give the keys, show us around the house and share advice for local food options and activity suggestions, and they were always just a phone call away if we had any issues at all. Enjoy a wonderful stay here, you're making a really great choice!
4.5
Second time staying, loved it even more
My family of 5 had a wonderful stay at this clean, beautiful, and charming vacation home. We love having our own bedrooms, bathrooms, outdoor sitting and playing areas. There are so many ways to relax and find some space to yourself in between our adventures around the island. The convenience and close location to Ocean Park beach is a big positive as well. We enjoy the beach, waves, being around so many locals. So many families, activities, but yet it is not crowded. There is a nice activity center/field by the beach and it was cool to see so many people exercising, playing with their kids. The lush gardens, privacy, and all the accommodations you expect from being at home make this a wonderful vacation home. We LOVED it and hope to return again. The manager provided quick and great customer service. We didn't have any problems. I definitely recommend this place to my friends. There is so much to see and do in Puerto Rico and I love how things are so close to each other. You can enjoy history, architecture, amazing food and coffee in Old San Juan. Then we loved the peace and scenery of the rainforest hiking, swimming in waterfalls. The beaches and kayaking in Fajardo to see the biobay. Can you tell I love it there? Can't wait to go back.
4.5
A lovely place for a group of 7-8 people
It is just like the website has mentioned, such as 5 mins to beach, all the amenities are included, 3 rooms / 3 bathrooms, and it is very clean. We were very enjoying staying in this property. The back yard BBQ area was our favorite because it allowed us to have three seafood and steak dinners and lunches only for $48 dollars per person (bought fresh food from Costco.) Also, the cooking materials like skewer, grill seasoning, and anything you could image are there! However, the front door parking space is limited for a mini van car, I think it could be available for two compact cars, but for a mini van, you will need very a professional driver like ours. Anyway, we love this place and definitely will recommend to our friends!!!
4.5
Wonderful Vacation Home
We were welcomed by Taina and John when we arrived at the house. John was attentive to ours needs. The home was very spacious for us and our 3 young adult sons. It was clean and all the amenities we needed. The house was only a few blocks from the beach. We felt safe walking and spending time there. Old San Juan is about 15 minutes away. Our favorite nightly spot was Kasalta, a bakery 5 minutes away. Thanks, John
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in San Juan?
The average price for a rental in San Juan is $297 per night. This rental is $228 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Tropical Villa, Surrounded by Nature with Easy Beach Access & Parking. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming Tropical Villa, Surrounded by Nature with Easy Beach Access & Parking pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming Tropical Villa, Surrounded by Nature with Easy Beach Access & Parking?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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