Chic Island Retreat in the Hills with Panoramic Ocean Views Los Chivos Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 97633

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Location: Los Chivos, Vieques Island, Puerto Rico, Caribbean

Accommodations:  House, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6)

Casa Dos Chivos is a newly decorated, three-bedroom house (sleeps six) situated in the Los Chivos hills of Vieques, with panoramic ocean views.

The upper level of the house consists of a very large great room (24 feet by 28 feet) with two seating areas, dining area, and new, fully-appointed kitchen. A large balcony with panoramic ocean views wraps around the great room on two sides. Adjoining the great room is an air-conditioned master bedroom (King) with adjoining bath (with shower). There is a fully-equipped laundry room and gated, key-locked carport downstairs.

A stylish spiral staircase connects the balcony of the upper level with the newly-renovated lower level, which consists of two air-conditioned bedrooms (queen and twin), bath (with shower), large, L-shaped living/dining room, and kitchenette.

Sorry, but due to high balconies, no children under the age of 12 can be accommodated.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Covered Parking
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Queen Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Ocean View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • Coffee Maker, Beach Towels/Chairs/Cooler, Board Games and Books, No Smoking inside
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
• Other Activities
  • Beaches and More Beaches

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May 01-Oct 31 .. $1200/wk.
Nov 01-Apr 30 .. $1400/wk.
Holiday Weeks .. $1600/wk (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, Easter).
A Deposit of 50% of the entire amount (rent & security deposit) is required to
Confirm your reservation; we require a $250 Security Deposit.
Cancellation Fee is 20% of the total stay if we are notified four wks in advance
Of the arrival date; No Refund for cancellations less than 30 nts of arrival.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 06/25/09
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  Sherry Chiarolanzio , Madison, NJ
  • We had a wonderful stay here at Casa Dos Chivos. The location was excellent (almost center of the Island). The interior was spotless and beautifully decorated. The bathroom was well lit with plenty of hot water (a rarity in the tropics). It was very thoughtfully stocked with books, games, first aid kit, washer/dryer and beach supplies. Karen (the manager) was willing to offer any advice about the island, and the owners were very prompt and professional with the booking and helpful internet welcome package. This villa is a great value in Vieques and we highly recommend it for couples or families! Steve and Sherry, Madison, NJ USA
• 04/12/09
  Positive Rating
  Maria & Andrew , Milwaukee, WI
  • We recently got back from staying at Casa Dos Chivos and could not have asked for a better experience. This was our third trip to Vieques and our first time staying in a rental property - this house far exceeded our expectations. From the gorgeous terrace and view to the wonderful accomodations, everything was perfect. Micheal and Patrick were so gracious, and Karen was a great resource - she even brought us fresh grapefruit our first morning there! We would highly recommend Casa Dos Chivos to anyone!
• 03/20/09
  Positive Rating
  Karen Biesenthal , Seattle WA
  • We just returned from a delightful stay at Casa Dos Chivos. The photos on the web don't do it justice. The minute we arrived we felt at home and on the last day, it was hard to leave. I could see myself living in the casa. It had everything you could need for a vacation. I loved the tropical decor, papaya and mango colors, art and furniture. We loved sitting on the deck and looking at the Atlantic and surrounding neighborhood, listening to the sounds of the island. We grilled whole snapper and lobster from the fish market and found a small fruit market for papaya, grapefruit, mangoes, bananas and limes and even a gal selling her fresh baked bread and citrus marmalade that was out of this world. Driving was an adventure (a rental car is a MUST), natural speedbumps (culverts, potholes, a mare standing in the road nursing a foal and iguana crossings can make the going scenic and slow. The beaches are gems, deserted, white, fine sand, aquablue. We loved Red Beach. The Bio bay was unique, the night we went our guide had a megalaser and pointed out the constellations...amazing. Our flight over was quick and laid back..our pilot was eating Doritos and licking his fingers while flying. Hopefully, Vieques can remain unspoiled, some good came out of the naval base in that all that land is now wildlife preserves with beautiful beaches. There is no light pollution, so the stars are incredible. Many thanks, Michael and Patrick for sharing your lovely, island home. Karen B.
• 02/11/09
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  Barbara , Bedford, NY
  • What a beautiful spot. We have been coming to Vieques for years, but this is the first time we rented a house. We loved it, even better than we had expected. It is in a great location, beautifully furnished and decorated, has every convenience/ammenity you could possible want, great view and oh so comfortable. A massage on the balcony with Ingrid Bergman is pure heaven. I highly recommend Casa Dos Chivos.
• 12/08/08
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  • We stayed at Casa Dos Chivos in mid-November 2008. We had never been to Puerto Rico or Vieques before so it was all new and we weren't exactly sure what to expect. All I can say is that we are already planning our next trip back and we would not think of staying anywhere else on Vieques as long as Casa Dos Chivos is available. It is fantastic! We had never tried a VRBO before either, so I was a little apprehensive, but Casa Dos Chivos turned out to be the highlight of our trip. We especially enjoyed the large balcony with far-reaching view and the huge comfy bed. You really could not ask for a more private setting or a more relaxing atmosphere. Having all the amenities of home while in paradise made for a perfect stay. The owners and property manager are great to work with and are obviously pros. Casa Dos Chivos exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend it to anyone without reservation. Scott and Shanna Seattle, Wa
• 07/14/08
  Positive Rating
  Carrie & Chris ,
  • We chose Casa Dos Chivos for our Vieques vacation from July 2-9. If you are considering renting this property, do not hesitate! Michael and Patrick have been very easy to work with from day one. Their house manager met us upon arrival on the island and escorted us to the casa. She is extremely friendly and helpful - there if you need her and absent if you don't. The house itself is situated more towards the center of the island but is closest to Isabel Segunda and convenient to grocery shopping etc. The area is residential and is located at a higher elevation to allow for stunning ocean, PR and Culebra views from the wrap-around porch. Other surrounding homes also had their balconies situated such that they were looking at the same view and not at you. We felt a definite sense of privacy on the balcony. We rented the home using the 1BR option. The interior is fantastic - very clean and spacious and tastefully decorated. There is a full kitchen, sitting area with couch, dining table, king size bed and a large shower. We immediately felt very comfortable and appreciated all the little amenities that the casa provided - DVD's, stereo, grill, avacado and other fruit trees on the property, beach chairs, umbrellas, coolers, shampoos, soaps, ear plugs in the bedside table, etc. (We never found a need to use the earplugs - there are roosters next door but the bedroom AC lulled us to sleep just fine). There was also a hose for cleaning gear after days at the beach. The gated carport was a bonus as it added to the safety factor although we did not worry about it much in that neighborhood. We spent most of our nights cooking in, sipping Medallas and enjoying the sunset views from the balcony. You will likely be lured to do the same. Go - rent Casa Dos Chivos and ENJOY - you will NOT be disappointed!
• 04/12/08
  Positive Rating
  John Robandt , Salt Lake City, UT
  • We stayed in the upper portion of Casa Dos Chivos for a week. It is spacious, thoughtfully appointed, and well maintained. It has a beautiful ocean view, with the islands of Culebra and Puerto Rico in the distance. It's location is handy to both sides of Vieques. The property manager was friendly and helpful. We would be happy to return to Casa Dos Chivos, and may rent the entire house next time and bring the family!
• 02/20/08
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  Allen & Chris , Bellingham, WA
  • It's scary committing to a week or more at a place over the internet - if it doesn't pan out, are we going to spend our vacation somewhere we don't want to be? We were delighted to find that Casa Dos Chivos exceeded our every expectation. It's spacious, comfortable, well-appointed, and clean. It really is even nicer than the pictures. We hung out every evening on the large terrace and watched the sky and sea, and on our cloudy day, we stayed home and read from the small but excellent collection of books. I can’t imagine a more comfortable home away from home. The two of us rented the upstairs, which was luxurious in its spaciousness for us. Michael was very helpful in communicating about the reservation as we were making our decision about where to stay, and obviously cares about the quality of the whole experience. Karen met us at the car rental place, and gave us the quick tour of do's and don'ts for Vieques that helped us feel comfortable for our whole stay. She's a great property manager, and was available to help when we had questions. The Casa is located in the hills in the middle of the island, so it's a 10 minute drive to anywhere, and is a relatively quiet neighborhood. There were a couple of times that neighbors (not nearby) were playing radios a little loud, but it was just part of the texture of island life, and for the most part, all we remember is listening to the coqui frogs and crickets weave a beautiful aural texture every evening. After a day or so of cloudy weather, the solar hot water system wasn't getting the shower as hot as we'd like, but apparently that's a pretty rare occurrence on Vieques, and it was heated right back up the next day when the sun came back out. Vieques is the perfect place if you don't want to be engulfed by tourist resorts. There are amenities for tourists, like kayak rentals and a week's worth of decent (and two exceptional) restaurants, but please DON'T GO if you want to buy t-shirts and think a 20-story Hilton with poolside service is a keen idea for a vacation. Leave Vieques to those who appreciate the absence of that stuff. By the way, we learned about cycles of the moon too late - we thought the bio-bay was out for us because we were there during a full moon. It turns out that a few days after the full moon is perfect, because even though it is still mostly full, it doesn't come up until late, and the bio-bay tours are early. Since there are about three things to do on the whole island (snorkel, biobay, lounge around), book a time that includes a good biobay night. A calendar illustration of how it works can be found at Golden Heron, which you can get to by Googling "vieques biobay schedule." Anyway, discovering how nice Casa Dos Chivos is was the perfect start to a great stay, and we loved it more when we left than when we arrived. We plan to return! Allen & Chris
• 01/05/08
  Positive Rating
  Jim & Richard , Boston, MA
  • Casa Dos Chivos is a perfect place to stay in Vieques. It is centrally located between the two main towns, Esperanza and Isabel II, and it is in a residential section of the island, allowing some insight into the local culture. Inside, it is spacious, clean, and comfortable, with a genuine feel of a tropical villa. Outside, there is an amazing wrap-around porch with an outstanding view of the landscape, culminating in a fantastic view of the Atlantic. Casa Dos Chivos is well-stocked with linens, towels, and kitchenware, and there are beach chairs, umbrellas, and coolers. These creature comforts make staying at Casa Dos Chivos easy and enjoyable. It also makes it hard to leave! We loved the island and Casa Dos Chivos. We hope to return again and again!
• 12/20/07
  Positive Rating
  Love our Keens!!! ,
  • Our stay at Casa Dos Chivos was awesome. My husband and I rented the upper level of the house, which is enormous with beautifully decorated furniture and everything you could possibly need on vacation (fluffy white towels, first aid kit, sewing kit, etc .) We also appreciated the king size bed which is hard to find in vieques rental units. The wraparound porch gives a great view and you really get the feeling that you are living there rather than just visiting. The property manager met us right on time at the vieques airport and we were whisked away to this beautifully appointed home. Just what we needed after a long day of traveling!!! If you are looking for solitude and extraordinary beaches than Vieques is for you!!! In our twenty years of travel this house ranks as one of the best!!!

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