Summary:
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The Space:
Sea Star Villa is a recently renovated 2-bed 2-bath beachfront apartment located at the Ocean Villas Building within the grounds of the Wyndham Rio Mar Grand Resort in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. You will love the ocean views from both terraces, the living room, and one of the bedrooms. The condominium has 3 ocean-front pools and a Jacuzzi, all within walking distance. The beach, also within walking distance, is across the pool and there are lounge chairs available for guest use.
You are a 7-minute drive away from The El Yunque national rainforest, within 10 minutes of over a dozen dining options, and a short 20-minute drive to Fajardo and the boat charters to neighboring islands that depart from its ports.
**PLEASE DO NOTE THAT THE OCEAN VILLAS BUILDING IS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THE WYNDHAM RIO MAR RESORT.**
IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests **are not** authorized to use ALL of the Wyndham Hotel amenities and facilities. Sea Star Villaâs guests only have access to the Iguana's Cocina Puertorriqueña Restaurant and the Hotel Casino, as well as the Golf Courses, Tennis Courts & Spa (all available with prior reservation booked directly with the hotel). The hotel is just a 5-minute walk from the building and they reserve the right of admission.
Please do note that this can change at any time without the hotel informing us and should take this under consideration before booking the unit.
LIVING AREAS
The living room has comfortable seating for six adults. The living room has beach and ocean views and a terrace with a breakfast table for two. The dining room has a four-person dining table and is seamlessly connected to the living room. There is air conditioning throughout the entire apartment. Â
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BEDROOMS
There are two bedrooms. The master bedroom has a king bed with a seating area and cable TV. The master bedroom enjoys golf course and rainforest views. The master bathroom has two doors, one that opens directly to the bedroom and another that conveniently opens to the living room.
The master bathroom is also where you'll find the washer and dryer.
The 2nd bedroom has two full beds, an ocean-front terrace, cable TV, and a dedicated full bathroom.
PACK AND PLAY (SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY):
We can leave a complimentary Pack and Play at the property upon request. This should be requested upon booking or no later than 5 days before arrival. Pack and Plays are subject to availability.
KITCHEN
Sea Star Villa has a small and tidy kitchen that is well outfitted for an extended stay. There is a 4 burner stovetop (no oven), microwave, and fridge.
PLEASE NOTE:: This villa **does not** have an oven.
GETTING AROUND & PARKING
Sea Star Villa includes two (2) parking spots.
Renting a car is a must when staying in Rio Grande as Ubers and taxis are not readily available in this area.
There are many activities within 15-30 minutes of driving distance and the roads are easy to navigate.
LOCATION
This private beachfront villa is located at the Ocean Villas Community, within the grounds of - but not associated with - the 500 acre Wyndham Rio Mar Grand Resort & Spa. The Ocean Villas community boasts three oceanfront pools and a jacuzzi available for use of community residents and guests only. There is 24 hour security and underground parking. The Ocean Villas are directly in front of the beach and include access to beach lounge chairs.
There are many things to do in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico in addition to enjoying the amazing beaches and pools.
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. We can help you plan a hike or participate in a zip-line adventure.
Experience the glowing waters on a nightly a kayak tour in the bioluminescent bay in Fajardo.
Taste the local flavors at the staple Luquillo kiosks on the beach.
Go on a horseback or four-track ride off the beaten path in Carabali Rainforest Park.
Reserve one of the 13 tennis courts and 2 golf courses available at the Wyndham Resort.
Other Things to Note:
STARTER AMENITIES
At West Indies Vacation Rentals, we strive to provide top-notch amenities, ensuring our guests feel at home during their stay.
All properties come with freshly laundered bed linens and towels. We provide 2 bath towels per guest and 1 beach/pool towel per guest.
We provide a set of disposable essentials to help you get your vacation started comfortably. These include:
- 1 set of hotel-size soap and shampoo (per bathroom)
- 3 garbage bags
- 1 roll of paper towels
- 2 rolls of toilet paper (per bathroom)
- 1 dish soap
- 1 dish sponge
- A small amount of laundry detergent
Please note that we do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is the guestâs responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock any additional items needed for the duration of the stay.
Most properties also include at least 2 beach chairs and an ice cooler. You may reach out to us 5 days before arrival for confirmation.
HOUSE RULES
RENTAL AGREEMENT: All bookings require a signed Short-Term Rental Agreement, which will be sent upon confirmation of your reservation. Guests must upload a valid photo ID (no selfies) that matches the name on the credit card used for the booking. The agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or prior to entering the property, whichever comes first. Check-in instructions will not be provided until the agreement is completed.
NO SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. A $500 smoking fee will be charged if this rule is violated.
NO PETS: While we are pet lovers, pets are not permitted at the property at any time. A $300 fine will be charged if this rule is violated, and guests may be asked to leave the property.
QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please be mindful of noise during these hours out of respect for nearby residents/neighbors.
UTILITIES (WATER & ELECTRICITY): In the event of an interruption to water or electrical service, the host is not responsible for hotel, alternate lodging, or transportation expenses. If service is interrupted for more than 3 hours, guests may cancel the reservation and request a refund for unused nights only. Nights already used are non-refundable.
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The maximum occupancy is 6 adults/children at all times, including visitors.
OCCUPANCY ENFORCEMENT: Occupancy limits are strictly enforced. Exceeding the maximum occupancy may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation or removal from the property without refund.
TOWELS & LINENS: Towels and linens are provided for normal use only. Please do not use them for cleaning or allow them to be stained with food, grease, or other substances. Charges may apply for damaged or stained items.
TOWEL HANGING: Please do not hang towels or any other items to dry in areas visible from outside the unit. A $100 community fine may apply if this rule is violated.
SUBLETTING: Subletting or re-renting the property is not permitted.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIMES
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and since this is a self-check-in unit, you can arrive anytime after that.
If youâd like to check in earlier, please contact us the day before your arrival, and weâll confirm availability. When possible, early check-in typically starts around 11:00 AM. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability and depends on our cleaning schedule.
If you need a guaranteed early check-in, you will need to book from the night prior to ensure the property is ready upon your arrival.
Check-out time is at 11:00 AM. For late check-out requests, please reach out the day before your departure, and weâll be happy to check availability for you.
TRAVEL INSURANCE / HURRICANE SEASON
We strongly recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance, not only during the peak months of Hurricane Season (July to October) but also throughout the year to cover unexpected events such as travel delays, pandemics, or other unforeseen issues.
Travel insurance is inexpensive and can reimburse travelers for most expenses associated with canceling travel outside of the cancellation window; however, coverage will depend on the policy purchased. Make sure to review and understand the options before purchase.
DISCLAIMER: We are not associated with any travel insurance companies.
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS
We want your stay at West Indies Vacation Rental to be smooth and enjoyable. You can message us anytime after booking with questions. Starting 5 days before arrival, your designated Property Manager will also be available to answer any additional questions you may have prior to arrival. Youâll get all the essential property information 48 hours before arrival, as well as the Property Managerâs direct contact, so youâll have support when you need it - before, during, and after your stay.
