While a stay in an Esperanza vacation rental typically involves a great deal of sun and sand, there are culture fixes to be had by those who want them. The ruins of Casa del Francés, a plantation house built in the early 1900s, offer a peek into the island's past – as does a trip to the Vieques Conservation and Historical Trust, a small but fascinating museum with the added bonus of starfish touch pools for the kids. In Isabel Segunda, around a 15-minute drive from Esperanza, the elegantly restored Count Mirasol Fort boasts a small archeology museum and various art exhibits.
The pace of life in Esperanza is delightfully slow, with a notable absence of the nightlife found elsewhere. You can explore this pretty coastal town on foot, perhaps stopping to enjoy a bowl of arroz con dulce, a traditional dish of sticky rice cooked in ginger and coconut, at one of the restaurants along the way. Along the strip, you'll find the work of local artists proudly displayed for sale, while at low tide, you can walk along the shoreline to Playa Grande Beach and Laguna. Evenings in Esperanza bring the chance to head out on a dazzling bioluminescent tour of Mosquito Bay.
Although temperatures in Vieques hover around 80 all year round, demand for vacation homes is at its highest during the high season of mid-December through to mid-May. Holidays such as Christmas and Easter are particularly popular, so it pays to book your preferred home as far in advance as possible. On the flip side, the best deals on Esperanza vacation rentals are often found during the low seasons of mid-April to mid-June and August through November, the latter because of the arrival of hurricane season in the Caribbean. July offers a great compromise – affordable rental rates, sunny days and a much smaller chance of rain.
East of Esperanza lies almost 15,000 acres of the Vieques National Wildlife Refuge – one of Puerto Rico's largest protected reserves. Venture inside this sprawling mass of verdant greenery to find a forested inner heart surrounded by powder-soft sandy beaches and a sensational coral-fringed coastline. Trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding meander through the reserve, serving up an idyllic setting for a little downtime. Both shore and kayak fishing can be enjoyed, while the reserve's pretty cays, some of the most scenic on the island, offer the chance to dive, swim and snorkel among a colorful array of marine life.
The nearest airport is in Vieques (VQS-Antonio Rivera Rodriguez), located 2.5 mi (4 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away.
Our 2021 property listings offer a large selection of 168 vacation rentals around Esperanza. From 134 house rentals to 37 villa rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
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