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A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico

Vacation home near El Yunque National Forest in Río Grande

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Beach
A dining table with a sign indicating wifi availability, surrounded by chairs and a potted plant.
A lush green landscape with a building featuring a sloped roof and a small structure with a blue roof.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a sink.
A dining area with a wooden table, white chairs, and a central plant.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Rio Grande, Puerto Rico
  • Place, El Yunque National Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Carabali Rainforest Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the area

Río Grande

Zarzal stay.A stay at this Zarzal vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of El Yunque National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Luquillo Beach. Carabali Rainforest Park and Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • El Yunque National Forest - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Carabali Rainforest Park - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Coco Beach Golf and Country Club - 12 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Luquillo Beach - 13 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Yunque Treehouse - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Carabalí Bar & Grill Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Rico Pan Bakery 2 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Oceano En Tu Mesa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coffee At The View - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico

Casa Luz is ideal for families, small groups, and anyone seeking a comfortable, quiet, and inspirational tropical retreat. It is near El Yunque hiking trails, rainforest rivers, historic villages, and Luquillo and Fajardo beaches.

Enjoy this lovely home in the heart of the tropical mountains but close to the city and beaches. Casa Luz has spectacular tropical mountain views, three comfortable bedrooms, 360° balcony, and a centric location.

The space
This is a 3-bedroom home with pops of colors like red and yellow to complement the surroundings. Be sure to enjoy both the spacious patio and the covered outdoor breakfast area during your stay.

The huge balcony has views over the surrounding forests. The perfect retreat after long days hiking and beach (or eating your way through nearby Kiosko de Luquillo).

There are 4 beds spread between three rooms, one bathroom, plus a well-equipped kitchen, spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, and an outdoor seating area. Plus, if you're with a particularly outdoorsy group, the Yunque Trails and Zipline is just a few minutes away, perfect for day hikes and adventures.

But even if you're not interested in laying on the beach all day or hiking up mountains, the location will not disappoint. Rio Grande is steeped in history and culture, and its culinary heritage is legendary (Mofongo, anyone?). Plus, add the nearby town of Loiza, Luquillo's 60-plus street food kiosk, and plenty of bars along the route. The surroundings will leave you in high spirits.

The home is just a short drive from the San Juan Airport. On most days, you will settle back in just under 35 minutes. The Luquillo Beach area is 10 minutes away. Most rivers and hiking trails are under 15 minutes. Piñones is around 30 minutes. Make it to the Ceiba ferry system in less than 40 minutes.

This updated 3 bedroom 1 full 1-bathroom house is right in the city of Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. Guests will have access to the whole house, parking, and the backyard. Dining room and living room with smart TV. Master bedroom, closets, and private bathroom. The other nice-sized bedrooms with queen sized beds and two twin beds.

A fully furnished home that includes a kitchen and wifi, close to major highways, so you can settle in back easily. Comfortable private area with room for your family and guests.

Guests receive a "complimentary package" of dishwashing detergent, garbage bags, shampoo and conditioner, and toilet paper among other convenience items. We also have a few beach supplies and pantry items available.

The property does not have another alternative power source.

Main Rules
No parties! Strictly enforced!
Security cameras outside
Private parking.
No unregistered or overnight guests. Strictly enforced.
No pets are allowed.
Absolutely no smoking or vaping is allowed inside the house or on the balcony. Please ask where. No cigarette butts or cigars on the ground.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please turn off the AC when you leave the house for a long period of time.
Do not leave open food in the kitchen or leave dishes laying around or in the sink.
Please do not remove makeup or self-tanner with the bath towels.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 871876

Frequently asked questions

How close is A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico to the airport?

This vacation home is 20.9 mi (27-min drive) away from the Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.2 mi (20-min drive) from Luquillo Beach and 4.8 mi (18-min drive) from Playa Fortuna. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Wyndham Rio Mar Casino (11-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico to downtown Río Grande?

This vacation home is 3.3 mi away from Río Grande.

A Slice of the Rainforest! Near El Yunque and Beaches, Rio Grande Puerto Rico Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The location, amenities, helpfulness of the owner
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay and the house was perfect for our needs. We loved the back balcony!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Nice property with air conditioning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We would certainly recommend this stay to anyone. Very clean and owners very thoughtful and responsive. Easy access to main highways. Just needs a few more items in kitchen for avid cooks, but we didn’t want to cook on vacation anyway! We were able to route the wonderful AC from the bedrooms with the fan into living space. This worked very well. Thank you go a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay and very clean. The only drawback was lack of AC in common spaces. Absolutely great location and gorgeous views made up for this.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erika B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rain Forest Retreat

Easy access to attractions, beaches, food shopping, but set off the main tourist areas so it is quiet and peaceful. Everything you need is provided. Hosts are very responsive and accommodating. Beautiful surroundings. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jessica L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient en El Campo!

We had a great time in this restful casa among the coquis, chickens, and puppy dogs. The place was very clean and the view is beautiful for sitting and just watching the sun set.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carlos R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short vacation

To visit El Yunque and other places we stayed in this house, very clean , great attention by owner, great place to saty again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heidi y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home and view

The home and view are lovely! The road was a bit busier and louder than expected, but overall a nice place to call home for the week.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Melissa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Beautiful

Our stay was absolutely amazing! The house is beautiful inside and out and the view is breathtaking! I went back and forth for days on what property to book and I am so glad I chose this one! When we come back we will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

April R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in the foothills

We stayed busy a couple of days in this beautiful place. The hosts were quick to respond, helpful and so gracious. Would recommend to anyone wanting a neighborhood close to El yunque.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jared S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

True PR Experience

The home is at the foothills of El Yunque. Falling asleep to the sounds of the coqui and waking up to roosters was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcos B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home

This property is well equipped and the owners are extremely professional and polite. The views were amazing and include suggestions to help you navigate the area. This is one of the best stays I've had and wish that I could've stayed longer. For the best convenience you will want a rental car so that you can drive the coasts or mountains and see everything
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arcadio R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Solid place to stay

Clean and close to everything, Casa de Luz is a very functional home with a great view. Ramon was great - very responsive to inquiries. Neighborhood may be a bit rustic for some (i.e. Roosters).
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing…

The managers were quick to communicate and very accommodating. The house was clean and above and beyond what I expected. Great location. Being from the islands this was priced super fair and I couldn’t recommend enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to Bio Bay, El Yunque, Luquillo

This was a great location to see all the places we wanted to go. We city dwellers were amazed at all the country-side sounds at night - frogs, birds, etc. The parking is tight, but the house suited our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely. Gorgeous. I will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay in the mountains!

This home had clean and spacious rooms and a beautiful view from the wrap around patio. Host was easy and helpful with communication. The home was very easy to find with helpful instructions from the host on how/where to park. Pictures are true to home. We needed a rental home near family for a wedding and this was perfect for a group of family members to stay together.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So many birds!

The house was clean and nice. Very simple and perfect for a family. The view was beautiful and it was so nice to hear so many birds and frogs. The parking was a little difficult but once you got used to it, it was fine. The kitchen was basic but perfect to cook for a family. We loved it- had enough space for kids and a family and the outside space was beautiful too. Easy to get to food and amazing beaches.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rainforest Night Sounds

The property is situated in the hills along a windy narrow road off the beaten path with many night sounds that make you feel like you are camping. There are beach chairs, umbrella, toys, and cooler to use. We love staying at unique properties and this one had cold air conditioning and the beds we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

gorgeous view reaching the ocean but set in the rain forest

We loved our stay. We loved the wrap around porch and the view in the back - over the rain forest all the way to the ocean. I recorded the sounds at different times of the day - the roosters and hens, birds, occasional dog, and just sounds of a neighborhood in the trees. The house seems to be in the midst of getting some upgrades (it had new beds, really smooth and comfie sheets, etc). Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Breanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Let the rainforest put you to bed

Property worked great for the 6 of us. Great location! We loved the wrap around porch! Very noisy being in the rainforest but we loved it. Only thing i would warn is that it is very steep getting from the parking to the house. Not a problem for us but it may be for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jaime G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Homebase for Exploring El Yunque, North Shore, and More!

Our family stayed here in July 2023. The home was situated with views overlooking a lush landscape of native plants and mango, breadfruit, banana, and other trees. In the far distance you could see the ocean. Looking upslope you are delighted by majestic, cloud-cloaked mountains. The home is very clean, simple, with cheerful colors, comfortable. It’s everything we needed as a homebase and Ramon was very on top of call communications. We would definitely stay again! Thank you Ramon!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bengt I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Near El Yunque

Appropriate lodging for me, as close to El Yunque trails. House was clean, relatively quiet. Host very responsive. Spent 8 nights there. Parking is off street. Had three short power outages, from 15 minutes to 4 hours (longest). Puerto Rico is known for electric grid issues. House does not have back-up generator. Bring external power source to charge cellphone. Overall, well-priced in my opinion.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aretta C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!!!!!!!

When I tell you that this place EXCEEDED any expectations that we may have had, I mean, seriously, this place changed what had started out as a pretty stressful trip (issues with another listing that required unexpected relocation) into the best "home away from home" stay thus far! Our vibes and spirits were very low from the disheartening change in plans but when we arrived here, we knew it was meant to happen exactly as it did and our moods were instantly refreshed! This place was so much more than the pictures do it justice! The views/area: 10/10 The cleanliness: 10/10 Hospitality of hosts: 10/10 Space for families: 10/10 Comfortability: 10/10 Accomodations/Extras: 10/10 Proximity to all the cool stuff: 10/10 Seriously, I would love to keep this place a secret and all to myself by not exclaiming how amazing it is (so it is always available when I am ready to come back; HaHa!) but it's just too great to not share! Kudos to Vicvelyn for being a wonderful host with a gorgeous tucked away dream place! We WILL be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024