Summary:
We would love to host you at any of our properties. Please find property details below, and don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions before booking!
The Space:
Come stay with us at Villa Pacifica at Mary Lee’s by the Sea. Villa Pacifica is a unique 5 bedroom 5.5 bathroom oceanfront home in Guánica which has been hosting guests since 1967. The home comfortably sleeps 12 guests and boasts a balcony overlooking the Caribbean Sea, en-suite bathrooms in all bedrooms, an interior patio with gas BBQ, a 6 person spa, 5 kayaks, and access to a public dock than can accommodate vessels up to 23 feet. There is AC throughout the home and Wi-Fi (which can be spotty at times due to the location). Located within the National Dry Forest of Guánica, this home is ideal for cycling, kayaking, and fishing aficionados.
IMPORTANT NOTE: SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS
For your safety, surveillance cameras are in use on this property. Cameras are located in common areas and outdoor spaces. Please be aware that footage is for security purposes only and is not actively monitored. Exterior cameras face the entrance, balconies, terraces, docks and common areas.
KAYAKS
Villa Pacifica includes 5 double kayaks in the rental rate with life vests for up to 10 passengers. Guests must agree to mind the weather conditions, only use the kayaks at their own risk, and to always wear life vests. There are no lifeguards on duty.
ICE
Ice is a must when staying by the ocean. We have a chest freezer with ice bags for guest use. There are some coolers as well for your day trips.
WATER SHOES
We recommend guests bring water shoes. The seabed off the public dock has a grassy floor and most people prefer to have water shoes on.
STAFF ON SITE
Our property keeper and house keeper will be at the property during the day cleaning common areas and doing yard work. The property keeper has as separate apartment below the house and may spend the night on occasion.
USE OF THE DOCK
The dock is yours to use as much as you like but the dock is not private.
GETTING AROUND AND PARKING
Renting a car is a must when staying at Villa Pacifica. There are no taxis or Ubers. There is space for 3 vehicles in front of the property.
COMMON AREAS
Villa Pacifica has ample space for large groups. There is a formal living room overlooking the balcony with seating for 6 and a flat screen TV. The balcony has a 6 person outdoor dining table and chaise lounges for sunbathing. The dining table seats 8 and is directly besides the kitchen which has seating 4 more guests at the kitchen counter. The kitchen has a full size fridge with ice maker, an additional under counter fridge, stove, oven, and microwave. There is an interior patio with a gas grill and seating. A separate family room with flat screen TV. And finally a finished patio area with a 6 person spa.
BEDROOMS
The first and second bedroom are both accessed from inside the home and have a king bed, flatscreen TV, and en-suite bathrooms. The third bedroom, which also is accessed from inside the home, has a queen bed, desk, and en-suit bathroom. The fourth and fifth bedrooms are more of an au-pair setup since they are accessed separate to the home. The fourth bedroom can be accessed from the front of the house or the patio and has a two queen beds, flat screen TV and en-suite bathroom. The fifth bedroom is accessed via the patio and boasts a large private balcony, kitchenette with microwave and coffee maker, and en suite bathroom.
THINGS TO DO
Guánica Puerto Rico is definitely off the beaten path but that doesn’t mean there aren’t many things to do. Here are some of our favorites:
Kayak to Gilligan’s Island. It is 10 minutes away and is gorgeous. We recommend leaving before 10 am before the wind picks up. Kayaking to the island is against the wind, and the way back is with the wind. So if you leave early you can get there easily without fighting the wind. If the wind picks up while you are there, it will push you back to shore.
Hike or mountain bike the Bosque Seco de Guanica trail. The Bosque Seco de Guanica is a state park that is unique in the United States. The dry forest, beaches, and cliffs you will find are very picturesque. We recommend doing this early in the morning before it gets too hot.
Check out the bioluminescent water from the public dock. This doesn’t happen all the time and you need a new moon (no moonlight). Head down to the dock when it gets dark and splash the water. If you are lucky, you’ll see some pretty cool bioluminescence.
Do a day trip to Playa Santa, enjoy the beach, and have lunch at Umami. This white sand beach is a 15 minute drive away. It gets crowded on the weekend so this is an ideal activity for weekdays where you will have the beach almost to yourself. Umami is open for lunch and early dinner from Thursday to Sunday and they take reservations.
Visit La Parguera for dinner and nightLife. One of our favorites is the Yacht Club at La Parguera for dinner and from there you can stroll downtown for live music, drinks and dancing. This is about 30 minutes away.
Hit Copamarina Hotel for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is 5 minutes away from the property and a great option if you want nearby food and drinks.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We strongly recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance, especially during the peak months of Hurricane Season, which are July to October. Travel insurance is inexpensive and will reimburse travelers for most expenses associated with canceling travel outside of the cancellation window; however, this will depend on what the coverage purchased covers. Make sure to review and understand the options before purchase. Disclaimer: we are not associated with any travel insurance companies.
AMENITIES
Villa Pacifica includes paper goods, garbage bags, and bathroom amenities to get you started. You may need to buy some more of these items at the grocery store if you are staying for more then 3 nights but feel free to reach out to us first just in case we have extra supplies at the property. We include bath and beach towels for 12 guests and have 6 beach chairs and 2 coolers at the kayak rack.
HOUSE RULES
Quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 8:00 am. Please keep noise levels down during these hours out of respect to the neighbors. Breaking this rule can result in having your reservation cancelled.
Check-in time is at 4:00 pm
Check-out time is at 11:00 am except for Sundays which have a complimentary late checkout of 5pm.
Guests can use water equipment at your own risk and indemnify Mary Lee's by the Sea and the owner from any accidents that may occur. Always wear life vests when kayaking.
NO SMOKING: Smoking is strictly prohibited. A smoking fee of $500 will be charged if violated.
NO PETS: No pets are allowed at any time. A $300 fine will be charged if violated and you will be expelled from the property.
The host will not pay for a hotel, vacation rental, or transportation expenses incurred because of an interruption in water or electrical service. If water or electricity is interrupted for more than 3 hours, guests have the option of canceling their reservation and requesting a refund for the nights not used. Under no circumstances will we refund consumed nights.
All bookings are contingent on signing a short-term rental agreement that will be sent via email. It must be signed within 48 hours of booking or before entering the property, whichever happens first.
Maximum occupancy of 10 adults/children at all times. This includes visitors.
Max. occupancy is strictly enforced and exceeding it may result in immediate cancellation of booking or being expelled from the property.
Towels and linens must only be used for their intended purpose. Do not stain them with food, grease, or any other substance. Do not use towels to clean up any mess. Stained towels/linens will be charged.
Subletting not allowed
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
The Mary Lee's by the Sea staff is eager to ensure everything about your vacation is 5-stars. We will share recommendations on things to do and places to eat prior to your arrival and we are available to provide suggestions for any other activities you may be interested in doing during your trip. Most importantly, you will have a dedicated Property Manager to resolve any issues that may arise during your stay. We want to make your experience the best it can be!
