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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Peace of mind included
Guests rate the location highly for safety.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Balneario Manuel Morales
Sleeps 6•3 bedrooms•3 beds
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Dorado
Balneario Manuel Morales
Place, Balneario Manuel Morales
14 min walk
Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
Place, Dorado Del Mar Golf Course
18 min walk
Costa Dorado Beach
Place, Costa Dorado Beach
19 min walk
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
49 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Dream Bedroom has two windows with wood decorator blinds.
1 Double Bed
Master Bedroom (Bed has extra cushion top padding)
1 Queen Bed
Relax Bedroom (with separate 2nd single Bed)
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Guest Inside Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Guest Outside Bather Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security
Welcome.
Beautiful private air conditioned house in a gated community with 24 hour security. Private pool in the backyard with an outside bathroom for bathers convenience. This single family home has 3 bedrooms (Master: Queen, #2 Bedroom: Double, and #3 Bedroom: single bed with a single bed underneath.
From the front door, walk into a beautiful soft colored Living Room. Off to the right is a hallway leading to the three Bedrooms and two full Bathrooms. Off to the left is the living room and also a breakfast nook which adjoins a very nice Full Kitchen. There is a dining room adjoining the breakfast nook and living room. There is a game room adjoining the dining room. There are French doors leading from the living room out onto the gazebo lanai and the private swimming pool.
Travelers have been provided with the cooking comforts of home, but please note this is not a Bed And Breakfast. Travelers are provided with the cooking utensils to prepare their own meals in the comfort of this home. The Kitchen has a Refrigerator, Microwave, and Oven. I provide you with both breakfast and dinner service for eight, silverware, glasses, pots and pans, linens, and towels. I also provide beach chairs and a cooler to take and enjoy the beach.
I provide cable service for the TV's and internet in the Living Room and Master Bedroom. Each with individual controllers. There is also a nice stereo system in the Master Bedroom as well as an old fashion radio in the game room.
Beyond the breakfast nook is a Utility room with a Washer and Dryer for your use. Next you will walk into a spacious Dining Room with seating for eight people.
The house many windows which allows for natural lighting for the entire house. There are decorative white painted ornate grills covering all the windows but each inside window can be opened for fresh breezes if that is your pleasure.
Enjoy this vacation home just two blocks from the beach with a private pool in the backyard. Gorgeous furnishings.
I also have provided a gas grill on the back patio and provided a ceiling fan for your cooling on the back patio. Central Air Conditioning allows you to keep the house to a comfortable temperatures.
Please remember to close all windows and keep doors closed with using the air conditioning.
Additionally provided in the Master Bedroom is an room cooling Inverter air conditioner. Just bring your suitcases and lotion.
2 beach chairs provided. Tropical plants in front and back yard. Two parking spaces. Gated community with mobile security. Club house/center. Biking and running available. Protected swimming area.
Ten minutes from a protected beach, snorkeling, shore scuba diving, 10 minutes from fine gourmet and local restaurants, shopping centers as well as five minutes drive to multi screen cinema/movie theater.
30 minute drive to downtown San Juan.
Fast food is 5 minutes away -- McDonalds, Applebees, Sizzler, Pizza Hut, Burger, King, Taco Bell, Ben & Jerrys, etc.
I know you are away from your home but we have tried to provide everything you with the comforts of home while visiting with us. What you experience will be lifetime memories, and we want your experiences to excite you to want to return again and again to our unit. I would be so complimented if you develop a sense of belonging each time you return to visit Puerto Rico and chose to stay again in our unit.
Located at Q-12 Calle Palmas in the beautiful neighborhood of Dorado, Puerto Rico, I are only 10 minutes from the Dorado Beach Hotel East and West and Ritz Carlton Reserve Hotel.
The airport and San Juan are only thirty minutes drive, all freeway. A short distance from the sand and minutes from restaurants and shopping. Neighbor to some of the Caribbean's best golf courses.
Take a swim in my private pool or walk in the tropical area to the close beach and enjoy the warmth of the Caribbean. So close you can swim both in the morning and in the evening, if you are so inclined. Paradise is yours for the enjoyment!!!
Puerto Rico is a destination that maintains the charm and hospitality of former days of Spanish conquests, historic forts and a location of major European countries battling for dominance of this essential island. You will find everything that the Caribbean has to offer in this all around family destination.
What is the best you ask someone in Puerto Rico and you will get as many different answers as people you inquire. Each person comes to Puerto Rico and sees different and wonderful aspects. Sights, sounds, and experiences will forever be embedded in the memories of those who visit the Island Paradise.
There are no passports or visas required for United States citizens, which means that US Citizens can travel freely in and out of the island territory of Puerto Rico without going throughout immigration or customs.
The air conditioning is preset to 74 degrees Fahrenheit. If any medical or other reason exists, please notify the owner as soon as possible prior to arriving. I can make arrangements with my vacation rental guests to provide a different temperature. There will be an additional electric deposit required to offset additional electricity used over the provided 74 degree Fahrenheit. I regret this, but Puerto Rico has begun charging higher fees. I will cover up to the the 74 degrees. Thank you for your understanding.
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please remember to return your auto gate pass.
Utility expenses in excess of the amount paid will be sent to VRBO to collect. Water/Air conditioner electricity should be used conservatively.
If a complaint is received of guest conduct, guests will be given one warning. A second warning requires rental termination.
If rental termination occurs owing to renters misconduct, no refund will be given for unused remaining days of the rental.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 504766
Property # 3827994
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: Please be consider of neighbors who work.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Dorado
Located in Higuillar, a neighbourhood in Dorado, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Dorado Beach and Escambron Beach. Finca Pastoreo and Villa Campestre are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Limo Viejo - 8 min walk
Church's Chicken - 14 min walk
Garden Sushi - 19 min walk
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar - 19 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?
As of 8 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security on 6 Jan, 2027 start from S$3,636, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Tropical Home with Pool, A/C and 3 blocks to beach, Gated Security located?
Located in Higuillar, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dorado Del Mar Golf Course, Costa Dorado Beach and Predator Gaming Center. Balneario Manuel Morales and Ojo del Buey are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Host was welcoming and very helpful. The house was fantastic, comfortable and had everything we needed. Close to beach and restaurants and anything else you could possibly want. We felt very safe in the wonderful gated neighborhood. Will visit again. Perfect stay.
Jennifer B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2026
Very enjoyable having these guests. Pleased they enjoyed their stay.
What a great house! Very clean, super well stocked with anything you could ask for, Property Manager met us upon arrival to give us a quick tour of the home and private pool, as well as offer suggestions for places to go and restaurants. We had an amazing stay! We will definitely choose this home again on our next trip to this beautiful island.
The property was very clean and Lucy the manager was absolutely the best. She was always very responsive and helpful when we had any questions! Definitely would stay there again..
This property had all the needed amenities to make our stay just perfect! The location was fabulous with a beach close by, and close enough to the larger centers when desired. The property manager was attentive and very knowledgeable about the area. This VRBO was perfect for our needs!!!
Barbie F.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Stamy P.
4 May, 2018
Most comfortable and has all the amenities!
We come to Puerto Rico each year and have stayed in many places and locations. This was one of the best yet! The house has everything you need, very comfortable and a gated community. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stamy P.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Thank you for selecting my vacation home for your Puerto Rico vacation experience. I hope your family is safe and healthy. I look forward to welcoming you in the future as your first choice for your family vacation. John
Everything was as good or better than we expected, and the location was perfect for restaurants and Dorado Beach. Driving to other places on the island was a pain due to the incredible traffic and crazy driving, but we were so happy with the place we stayed and the area around it. Lucy, the property manager was incredibly helpful.
Location was safe and licated to just about everything you needed . House was very nice and clean. Pool was a big bonus. John was extremely nice along with manager. We were greeted bt manager who lives close by to help with any questions or dinning ideas. Overall it was a great place to stay . Highly recommend.
Edwina R.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Doris D.
16 Jul, 2018
Dorado Del Nar
Beautiful home, gorgeous pool and excellent neighborhood. Valerie was very helpful and professional. The house was very clean and we had a wonderful time in the pool. Would definitely rent again
Doris D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Thank you for selecting my vacation home for your Puerto Rico vacation experience. I hope your family is safe and healthy. I look forward to welcoming you in the future as your first choice for your family vacation. John
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Egle C.
13 Dec, 2016
Met all expectations plus perfect location
The house is just as lovely as in the pictures. Has everything you can possibly need during your stay. Property manager was very responsive and accommodating. Location is great for exploring different areas of the island. Beach was a quick 5 minutes walk away and had no people on it during the week- felt like we had a private beach access. I would definitely recommend this property for anyone going to visit PR and I would gladly stay there again if we would decide to return to PR.
Egle C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Thank you for selecting my vacation home for your Puerto Rico vacation experience. I hope your family is safe and healthy. I look forward to welcoming you in the future as your first choice for your family vacation. John
This property has everything that u need for an awesome vacation!! The owner and the property manager are amazing!! This is my second time in this beautiful house!! Love it!! See u next year again , God willing!!! Thx John and Valery!!!! 10 starts!!!!
Yamaric E.
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Gracias got you nice review. Always nice to have you return each year. I appreciate your suggestions of amenities to improve and add to make each new guest feel more at home. I hope your family is safe and healthy. Til next year!!! John
We had a wonderful time here. The beach was great for shelling and swimming. It was a bit windy and the visibility wasn't very good for snorkeling. The pool was great after a day out. It's a bit of a drive to get anywhere like El Yunque, San Juan, and snorkeling in the southern areas. Eating on the patio, listening to the birds, just relaxing. It was all great. The house has everything you need. Equipped kitchen, beach chairs, beach towels and pool toys. Lucy, the property manager is right down the street and full of information and so friendly. Thank you Lucy!
Best experience we have ever had with an air bnb. We were always able to communicate with everyone super easy and they answered any and all questions. They had an abundance of extras for us to use in the pool and at the beach like chairs coolers and floaters too! This was such a beautiful house and they had absolutely everything we needed. Booked last minute too and had to leave early too and they were just extremely forgiving with everything. Definitely going to come back here every time we go to Puerto Rico! Thank you again John and Valerie for everything!!
Jarrett L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr, 2020
We enjoyed having you all as guests. Even though it was short notice, fortunately we were able to prepare the house and make it a home for you.
Pleased you enjoyed the pool and nearby beach.
Look forward to having you all as future guests.
I enjoyed the place because of a lot of space inside and outside in the back. Enjoyed the pool. The dishwasher was greatly missed. I never wash dishes in my home so do not expect to have to do it on holidays. What should be changed is about the noise. All fans (especially in the toilets) made a lot of noise.
Lise B.
Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
Al L.
12 Sept, 2017
Well equipped and a good value
The owner, John, is very responsive. I was there when hurricane Irma was at PR's doorstep. I was supposed to be there for a total of 3 weeks. I was there 10 days before I evacuated. John refunded the balance of the payment made.
The ONLY negative for this property is the AC is loud.
Al L.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Thank you for selecting my vacation home for your Puerto Rico vacation experience. I hope your family is safe and healthy. I look forward to welcoming you in the future as your first choice for your family vacation. John
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Emily R.
17 May, 2016
Enjoyed everything about it
The house was everything and more of what we had hoped for. We stayed a total of 13 nights and wished we could have stayed longer. The property was everything the listing said it was, there were no surprises. The location to the beach and to the places we wanted to visit while in Puerto Rico was great. The area was secure and we felt safe throughout our whole stay. There were lots of beach towels that we could use and it was great having a washer and dryer in the house. The dryer stopped working our second week there, but a call to Valerie had a technician out to fix it the following day. I would highly recommend this property and am planning on returning soon.
Emily R.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for being my guest. I appreciate your comments. Please return another time.
Again thank you.
Verified review
8/10 Good
AVIS W.
31 Mar, 2018
Oasis
Bring your bathing suit, toothbrush and a one change of clothes. That is all that is needed to enjoy John's spacious accommodations in Dorado del Mar. Everything else is provided. The pool is delightful and quite private. Even though Puerto Rico is still working on the horrific hurricane damage, most everything in Dorado is functioning fine. It will be nice when all the traffic lights are working again, but most drivers are courteous getting through the intersections. We had a great time and hope to return. Thanks, John
AVIS W.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jul, 2020
Thank you for selecting my vacation home for your Puerto Rico vacation experience. I hope your family is safe and healthy. I look forward to welcoming you in the future as your first choice for your family vacation. John
The house was okay, very accurate to the pictures but, it could used a little deep cleaning. Specially the ceiling fan and the kitchen window frame. The pool was very nice my daughter loved it, I couldn’t get her out of the pool. Beach was a short walk. Restaurant and supermarket were closed by no need to drive far to buy anything. The only thing that was a little upsetting was the fact that the traffic could get a little insane coming in and out of town specially during school days. But nothing can be done about that. Overall I would book this house again.
Jackeline D.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Belena R.
24 Jul, 2015
Home away from home!
Working with John and his property manager Valerie was a dream! From initial request up until check out, everything was handled professionally and with quick response. The home itself is very comfortable and clean, with everything you could need for your vacation. The private pool was used daily and for good reason, with the palm tress, sitting area with control fan and bbq, there was little reason to venture out! We traveled with our 8 year old daughter and 2 small boys and john went above and beyond to ensure they would be safe, even providing us with life vests and pool toys for the kids to use. The pool was equipped with color changing lights that made night swimming enjoyable. The AC in the home is very good, and kept the house cold and comfortable. Having the washing machine and dryer there was a dream, especially with two families! The beach was beautiful and calm enough for the children to enjoy and provided us with beautiful sunsets. This will be our go-to home for our future PR visits for sure!
Belena R.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for glowing report. I enjoyed providing the items you requested once you asked. The life jackets I only found the last day in PR recently.
Look forward to your next visit.
The house is in a gated neighborhood and quiet. The house had plenty of space indoor and outside for 4 senior adults. Dorado was a perfect spot for us to explore from. Property Manager was very pleasant and a joy to work with. The house matches the description given.San Juan is very very busy and limited parking. The best way to take in that part of PR is to take an inexpensive Ferry (50 cents each way) out of Catano! Plenty of parking and Ferry runs about every 30 minutes. Drops you off in San Juan - you can explore by foot but is a hike to El Morro - Suggest you take a cab or uber to El Morro and explore there and walk down or call the cab and they will come back and get you. From the house we also went to the Rain Forest and Fajardo area one day to explore that side of SJ. Another day we went from Dorado to Arecibo Light House and explored beaches and the beauty of the island. And we spent a couple of days exploring Dorado and the beaches in your back yard. Local restaurants were all great in every town we were in. Suggest to take your road trips along the coast and off the highway... So much more beauty can be seen. Everyone we met were so pleasant and helpful - we need more of that in our world!
Peg P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert J.
21 Jul, 2015
Tropical Paradise
We absolutely loved this home!
It has been updated and is very clean and well maintained. Although it is not pictured, the kitchen was recently renovated and is quite attractive. Not a chef's kitchen but more than adequate for a vacation home, especially since there is a backyard grill and plenty of restaurants nearby. The bedrooms are comfortable and, owing to the concrete construction typical to Puerto Rican homes, very quiet and private. The air conditioning kept the entire home cool. The common area is open, well furnished and quite large - actually larger than we needed as we spent a lot of time outdoors.
The backyard is a slice of paradise. It is lushly landscaped with many taller palm trees, a banyan tree, a hibiscus hedge and assorted tropical plants. The pool and gazebo are every bit as inviting as the photo suggests. It was great to have breakfast out there and sit out in the evening, listening to the coquis. If I lived in the tropics, I would want a backyard just like this.
The community is gated and security vehicles are constantly patrolling. Very safe and quiet. The community beach is beautiful and the nearby public beach is very lively with several beachfront restaurant/bars.
We were so glad we chose to stay here. Much better than staying at a hotel. We will definitely return.
Just a few things you should know. Lucy is an excellent host. She made us feel welcomed like family. The microwave is not working the coffee maker is leaking water from behind and also not working. The toilet in the master bathroom is leaking when you flush it. When I arrived the pool was dirty, waiting no one came, I cleaned it and they showed up the Friday before I left to clean it.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
About the host
Hosted by John D. Curd Jr.
I worked and retired after 34 years from the US Military (16 US Marine Corps and 18 US Army). Also worked as an American Diplomat and retired in 2005. Father of four wonderful grown adults and grandfather of three darling granddaughters. I am a PADI dive instructor and found a place where I can enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving in some really nice places very close to my new unit.
Why they chose this property
I travel myself and have put into the property the attention that I would want if I were wanting to spend time in a home away from home. I was born in Hawaii and love being surrounded by water. Hawaii was just a little too far from my children and grandchildren. This location allows them to visit and we can spend quality time together.
What makes this property unique
The historic charm of the old Spanish world mixes with the morning world and yet still retains so much of that historic charm. I love sitting on my front porch and enjoying the Trade Winds as they gently blow through the house while enjoying a cool beverage. Also I enjoy the privacy of my own pool in the backyard and my covered patio where I can sit at night and listen to the enjoyable sounds of Puerto Rico.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish
Premier Host
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