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10/10 Excellent
Anne L.
21 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Character, charm and location in Old San Juan
Anne L.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
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Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
- Private pool
- Garage parking available
- Dog-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
Explore the area
San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Plaza de ArmasPlace, Plaza de Armas3 min walk
- Calle FortalezaPlace, Calle Fortaleza3 min walk
- Port of San JuanPlace, Port of San Juan6 min walk
- San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)Airport, San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Common area 1
1 Queen Futon
Main bedroom
1 King Bed and 2 Single Futons
Second bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking
Stay in a 200-year-old colonial home in the heart of Old San Juan, complete with a heated private pool and dedicated parking just steps away. This spacious two-story retreat blends historic architecture, curated Puerto Rican art, and modern comfort, all within walking distance of the city’s best restaurants, shops, and landmarks.
Incredibly spacious historic architectural marvel, Sun Retreat boasts original and restored wood beamed ceilings, simply exquisite woodwork throughout. The home was once the residence of Puerto Rican artist Joaquín Mercado and has long been part of the island’s creative fabric, including serving as a filming location for international cinema. Today, the house continues that lineage through thoughtfully curated art and furnishings. In collaboration with Galería Surco, the space regularly features works by contemporary Puerto Rican artists that complement and respect the home’s architectural beauty. The house has two large bedrooms upstairs and ample space for relaxing, mingling, resting, or planning the next place to explore.
Air conditioning in every bedroom and throughout the house.
Kitchen stocked with local ground coffee.
House stay includes broadband wi-fi, cable, and indoor parking for one vehicle just half a block away.
Incredibly spacious historic architectural marvel, Sun Retreat boasts original and restored wood beamed ceilings, simply exquisite woodwork throughout. The home was once the residence of Puerto Rican artist Joaquín Mercado and has long been part of the island’s creative fabric, including serving as a filming location for international cinema. Today, the house continues that lineage through thoughtfully curated art and furnishings. In collaboration with Galería Surco, the space regularly features works by contemporary Puerto Rican artists that complement and respect the home’s architectural beauty. The house has two large bedrooms upstairs and ample space for relaxing, mingling, resting, or planning the next place to explore.
Air conditioning in every bedroom and throughout the house.
Kitchen stocked with local ground coffee.
House stay includes broadband wi-fi, cable, and indoor parking for one vehicle just half a block away.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
House is not toddler or child proofed
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
House rules documented in rental agreement. Please review and respond with acknowledgement phrase within the document.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 226446
Property # 2848283vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
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
About the area
San Juan
Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Old San Juan, a neighbourhood in San Juan. Shoppers can check out Distrito T-Mobile, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Condado Beach and Escambron Beach. Pablo Casals Museum and Institute of Puerto Rican Culture are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
San Juan, Puerto Rico
What's nearby
- Plaza de Armas - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Calle Fortaleza - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Catedral Basilica Menor de San Juan Bautista - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- San Juan Gate - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Port of San Juan - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
- Roosevelt Station - 11 min drive
- San Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
- La Factoría - 3 min walk
- Drunken Cookies - 2 min walk
- Chocobar Cortés - 2 min walk
- La Taberna Lúpulo - 2 min walk
- Cafetín Serie 1.0 - 2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Old San Juan Home + Heated Pool + Parking located?
Located in Old San Juan, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Plaza de Armas and Port of San Juan. Condado Beach and Puerto Rico Convention Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Response from VrboOwner on 4 April 2023
Anne and her fellow guests were fantastic! Great communication and took great care of the house. Would love to host them again.
About the host
Hosted by Jorge
I'm Jorge, born and raised in Puerto Rico. Recently moved back after spending 20 years in the continental US. I moved into Old San Juan, a life long dream, and have spent the last few years creating an oasis for me and my family. Such an incredible house begged to be shared, which is how I ended up listing it for short term rentals. It keeps the house in use and enjoyed by others.
Why they chose this property
Living in Old San Juan has been a goal of mine since I have memory. After living there for a few years, and seeing how much both locals and foreign tourists aim stay in the old quarters to experience the architecture and charm, it felt right to share my space. I travel often for work which made this arrangement easy to accomplish.
What makes this property unique
Two things this property have that very few do are a private parking spot and heated pool. The old city was built at a time when vehicles did not exist, so parking can be very difficult. The private spot is underground and steps from the house.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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