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: SUMMARY Palm Beach Villa is a tropical beach apartment located in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico! This second-floor haven features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a scenic terrace with views of the lush common areas and the ocean. This charming apartment welcomes you with a bright and airy atmosphere, creating a perfect blend of comfort and tranquility. The complex has direct access to the beach, a communal family-friendly pool, a basketball court, as well as a kid's park. Palm Beach Villa is within striking distance of some of the best beaches, rainforests, and tours the island has to offer. This property includes 3 assigned parkings. Please note the property does not have an elevator. Guests have to walk up 2 flights of stairs to access the villa. BUILDING MAINTENANCE NOTICE 11/29/2023: THE ADMINISTRATION INFORMED US THAT THE BUILDING WILL BE UNDERGOING A ROOF SEALING AND EXTERIOR PAINTING PROJECT FROM NOW UNTIL APPROXIMATELY DECEMBER 24TH. WORKERS WILL BE AT THE COMMUNITY MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 8AM THROUGH 3PM. THIS IS A COMMUNITY PROJECT HANDLED BY THE ADMINISTRATION, WHICH HOME OWNERS DON’T HAVE CONTROL OVER. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO REACH OUT TO US FOR AN UPDATE BEFORE BOOKING. LIVING AREAS Enter Palm Beach Villa and you are greeted by the open concept kitchen, dining and living area. The living room embodies simplicity and lightness, creating a serene atmosphere that seamlessly blends with the coastal surroundings. The space features a flat-screen TV, Air Conditioning, L-shaped sofa, and by the end of the living area is the balcony where you can enjoy the nice breeze and a morning coffee. The beachfront balcony has a comfortable lounge chair and a bbq to cook your favorite meals. Adjacent to the living area you have a fully equipped kitchen a dining table for 6. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Palm Beach Villa comfortably sleeps 8 guests in 3 full-size bedrooms. The Master bedroom features a king-size bed, a private balcony with a hammock and two chairs, a dedicated ensuite bathroom, AC, a full size mirror, a flat screen TV, a closet with drawers, and beautiful views of the tropical vegetation and the ocean. The second and third bedrooms each have a bunk bed with a full and twin bed, and ACs. These two bedrooms conveniently share a full bathroom that feature a bathtub with shower. KITCHEN Palm Beach Villa has a fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a fridge, freezer, microwave, stovetop, oven, blender, coffee maker, and toaster oven. It offers seating for three in the kitchen island. The round dining table, which seats 6, is conveniently located in front of the kitchen so cooking and dining can become one social event. There is also access to the balcony from the living area which you can open to allow the fresh tropical breeze in. GETTING AROUND Renting a car is a must when staying in Rio Grande. There are many activities within 15 minutes of driving distance and the roads are easy to navigate. The villa includes 3 parking spots. Ubers and taxis are not readily available in this area. LOCATION There are many things to do in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Here are our top picks which you will be sure to enjoy during your stay: Explore the lush and exotic El Yunque, the only rainforest under US Flagship. Experience the glowing waters on a night kayak tour in the bioluminescent bay in Fajardo. Taste the local flavors at the staple kiosks in nearby Luquillo – right next to the beach. Go on horseback or a four-track ride off the beaten path in Carabali Rainforest Park. Play a round of golf at the Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course or any of the neighboring nearby courses like Bahia Beach Resort & Golf Club in Rio Grande or El Conquistador Resort in Fajardo. 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 West Indies strives to deliver top-notch service and amenities to guarantee our guests feel at home while visiting our properties. All of our properties are outfitted with freshly laundered bed linens and towels. We provide 2 bath towels per guest and 1 beach/pool towel per guest. Our properties typically include at least 2 beach chairs and an ice cooler. West Indies provides the disposable amenities necessary to get your vacation off to a comfortable start. These amenities include 1 set of hotel size soaps and shampoos per bathroom, 3 garbage bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 dish soap, 1 dish sponge, and a small amount of laundry detergent. We do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is your responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock with whatever else may be needed for the duration of your stay. HOUSE RULES Check-in time is at 4:00 pm Check-out time is at 11:00 am 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. 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. 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 8 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. Do not hang towels from the balcony or windows. A $100 fine may be applied if you break this rule. Subletting not allowed INTERACTION WITH GUESTS The West Indies Vacation Rental staff is eager to ensure everything about your vacation is 5-stars. Once you reserve, our Vacation Planning Team will send you detailed property information, suggestions on where to eat and what to do, as well as the contact information of the Property Manager that will be available to assist you during your stay. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you want additional suggestions and expert opinions on what to do during your vacation. We want to make your experience the best it can be!