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Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Beach
Spa
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony or patio
  • Internet access
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Rincon
  • Place, Playa Pools
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sandy Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Punta Higuero
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Aguadilla (BQN-Rafael Hernandez)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views

We are the only vacation rental on beautiful Pools Beach.. Our property includes two apartments that can be rented independently or together as a guesthouse. Each of the 2 units has a master bedroom with AC & a queen bed and a sleeper sofa in the living area. Each apartment can sleep 3 adults or 2 adults + 2 children comfortably.

From your balcony you have an unobstructed view of the beach and ocean, enabling you to see whales, surfers, and spectacular sunsets. The break at Pools Beach is a renowned surf destination in Puerto Rico, calm day wading pools next to the house are a treat for all ages!

We are within walking distance of restaurants and night life but far enough away that you can just enjoy the sounds of waves. A convenience store, surfing lessons/rentals, and beachfront yoga are also down the street.

Our Home is perfect for those seeking a romantic getaway on a quite Caribbean Beach or surfing enthusiasts seeking an amazing beach break. Ours is a hidden gem that keeps quests returning year after year.

The local Econo Supermarket is an easy 7 minute drive and has almost everything you would find in the States… The Lighthouse is only 4 to 5 minutes away and a great place to enjoy a sunset. Many more restaurants and culture awaits you in the Rincon Plaza.
We are dog friendly for pets under 20lbs.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 110856
Property # 4438279
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
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

About the area

Rincon

Located in Rincon, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Beach and Crash Boat Beach. Casa del Árbol and Las Cascadas Water Park are also worth visiting.
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Rincon

What's nearby

  • Playa Pools - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Sandy Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Playa Punta Higuero - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Steps Beach - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rincon Central Plaza - 14 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Mayagüez (MAZ-Eugenio María de Hostos) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beach House Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ola Sunset Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Calypso Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbor Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Big Kahuna Burger - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whale Watcher: beachfront ocean views?

As of 24 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whale Watcher: beachfront ocean views on 5 December 2026 start from NZ$1,647, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whale Watcher Beachfront at Pools Beach with Amazing Views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Rincon apartment building is just steps away from Sandy Beach and Playa Pools. Playa María and Playa Punta Higuero are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fair price, very private and beautiful location on a virtually private beach ( pool beach) , and two minute walk to Sandy Beach (that is excellent for swimming) , there is an excellent view of the beach and ocean from the Terrace, beautiful exterior architecture, the host was very accommodating when I lost my key on the second day of my stay, I was pleasantly surprised to find many many great places to eat in Rincon . The only thing lacking is that the exterior needed a little attention like a broken staircase, try as we did, the hot water was room temperature at best, and we couldn’t figure out how to get the television to work, the interior needs some upgrading, But it was truly paradise and I would go back there in a heartbeat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

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

Great stay

This was our third stay here and we love it every time! You can’t beat the location.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sergei S.

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

Amazing views

We had a great time in the ”Pink” villa!Great, private location next to a sandy blue water beach. Beautiful Sunsets! This villa is definitely on our list to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy H.

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

Best Location

Close to all the best surf spots with the most amazing view. Will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Thank you
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie P.

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

The best views

Waking up to the sound of the ocean every day snd watching the sunsets every night…fabulous!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana E.

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

Couldn’t have asked for more

Even with occasional power outages in the town & lack of water related to (we think) that, we couldn’t have asked for a better place to relax & rest our heads at night. The place is beautiful, private, and just what you need for a relaxing stay at the beach. The view is breathtaking & listening to the ocean all night in bed really set the tone for the trip. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 April 2025
Thank you so much for the kind review and understanding about the outages. We are so happy you enjoyed it as much as we do.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Perfect location for a getaway

This was our second time staying at the property and we had a wonderful experience both times. What you see in the photos is what you get - a nicely furnished condo with the best views you can imagine. Beach access is super easy and surfing opportunities are right at your doorstep. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry W.

An Amazing View!

Accommodations were comfortable and what we were looking for. The view was amazing. Just around the corner from the point at Dome beach. If you can go now, do so. Surf is up from Nor'easters and over 25 foot swells.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Thank you Perry, yes, you caught Rincon at just the right time! Huge waves and perfect temperatures. We are happy you enjoyed our Pools Beach apartments, we would love to have you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shyloah O.

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

Bliss

Our stay at The Pink House at Pool’s Beach was a much needed get away from hectic life. The sound of the waves, cool breezes, gorgeous beaches, and easy access to great restaurants made our vacation pure joy. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The property manager Yazmin was helpful and responded immediately to our questions. Overall, it was a perfect stay. Thank you!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke L.

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

Perfect location

The location was perfect. Restaurants are either walking distance and a short 5 minute drive. The town is quite and beautiful. I unfortunately had to get work done during this trip but the wifi and power were consistent all week to get what I needed done. We'd probably come here again in the future. 10/10.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Thank you so much
Verified

8/10 Good

Hunter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Let me start by saying the property and location are absolutely perfect. Gorgeous views like nowhere else around, a roomy beachside apartment fit for vacationing, and everything in the town is a 10 minute drive. Looks like it came out of a storybook! However, the real shocker came when we went to check in to the upper floor unit we’d rented at 9pm after traveling overseas all day. We followed specific instructions to the upstairs unit (the unit that we booked and paid for) only to walk in and terrify another guest who was in the shower because the same instructions were sent to her as well. Luckily enough, after a phone call to the property manager (not the owner, was not an option) and a 30 minute wait, we were given the bottom floor unit which was fortunately open. What I really struggled with here was the lack of accountability here, while we were left in a situation wondering if we’d even have a place to stay. Not a single apology from the property owner or an attempt to make reparations for a terrifying situation. We were lucky the other inconvenienced guest did not hurt us in self defense or call law enforcement. Yes we still had a place to stay (thank GOD), but the point here was that no accountability was taken, no apology was given, and I would expect better hospitality to have paid hundreds of dollars a night only to walk in on another guest and get a response of, “Can you just stay in the bottom unit?”
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May 2026
The situation did not occur as described.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Homan M.

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

Incredible

This place is at an incredible location with direct balcony view and immediate walking access to your private beach. We ate breakfast on the balcony above the water every day. Indoor decor/coloring/appliances are a little dated and could use some renovating. PR won't have central AC/consistent hot water/consistent electricity like mainland USA so that's not the a ding against any host. There is a working AC unit in the bedroom and both bathrooms had running hot water showers (weather dependent). We had 1-2 blackouts each day that lasted 3-5 minutes. Overall, great beachfront location in a safe and cozy place with lots of food options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gavin T.

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

Whale Watcher

We stayed at Whale Watcher for three nights, and as I sit here writing this review I wish we had stayed longer. The view from the balcony is amazing, possibly the best in the Sandy Beach area. There is no air conditioning in the unit, so it gets a bit damp and hot but we knew that going in. The bedroom is airconditioned, but it may need to be maintained because it struggled to keep the room cool. Aside from that, we loved this place. It is not fancy, it is not new, it is just an amazing beach house with a million dollar view. It is quiet, secluded, safe, and easy to access. The check-in was smooth and the owners even allowed us in a little early since the place was ready for us. Parking was great, location amazing. Spacious for two people, plenty of room for three if you bring a child and having two bathrooms was great. I am so glad I finally decided to rent this house after looking at all the available units. Great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 November 2024
Thank you for the nice review. Super happy you enjoyed it. And I specially appreciate the information on the bedroom air conditioner. I am going to let the owners know immediately. Thank you.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin J.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach

The beach and location are superb. The apartment leaves some things to be desired, but that was expected from the photographs. We didn’t have warm water while we were there, but it was warm enough outside to not bother us too much. They were working on the solar panels that heated the water when we left so that should be addressed for the next visitor. The place is in a great location. You can’t beat the view from the balcony. The property manager and her husband were friendly and helpful. The husband responded to our hot water issue and, even though it was not fixed while we were there, he grabbed a couple of coconuts off the tree next to the property for us, which was a treat to enjoy on the balcony. Great coffee a 100 yards down the street at Java Jakes, and the best fish tacos ever across the street at Jack’s Shack. Three days was the perfect amount of time at this place. Off to find a hot shower! lol
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ewing F.

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

One of a kind property and Rincon Experience!

Pink house is one of the few remaining 'old school' rentals in Rincon, with most of it's coastline consumed by cookie cutter villas and condo towers. It's a simple place with two units, both have oceanfront access and views. The beefy concrete construction means you won't hear a peep from your neighbors, and the large private veranda (20' long!) offers STUNNING views of the surf and open seas beyond Pools Beach. The beach isn't great for swimming due the coral and sandstone formations, but it's super quiet - all week we never saw more than a few people at a time walking or watching the surfers. Keep an eye out at sunset for the handful of pelicans that will roost in the tree next to the unit, they were excellent neighbors. Sandy beach is a 3 minute walk from the back door, but I recommend walking past the restaurant before swimming, the end closest to the Pink House has a pretty serious undertow. Despite a housekeeping snafu that led to us arriving to an uncleaned unit, the property manager quickly arranged for cleaners that evening, and an issue with the hot water (an island reality) was sorted out first thing Monday morning - we can't recommend this place highly enough. The surf sounds with the seas breaking on two sides of the point across multiple limestone reefs alone set this place apart, but the cool, funky vibe and effectively private beachfront make the Pink House a truly one of a kind experience. Someday (hopefully not soon) Pools Beach will fall victim to the cookie cutter condo invasion, so take the leap and stay here while you can - you'll not regret it!
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 September 2023
Thank you so much. Your are a kind human & it was a pleasure having you. The housekeeping error was a first time mistake like that and highly unacceptable. Thank you for understanding and working through it with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah H.

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

Amazing time!

This was the perfect rental in Rincon. Being able to stay right on the beach was amazing. The view from the balcony was breathtaking. The house was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael U.

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

Perfect

Exactly as advertised. Two bathrooms a huge plus. Will look here first next time we are in Puntas.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

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

Private Getaway

Absolutely amazing location where you essentially have a private beach steps from the door. Very clean, definitely a bit outdated on the interior (some windows don’t really open / close). For the surfers, while the private beach is great, you likely won’t be surfing pools right out front, but Maria’s and Domes are a 5 min. drive. Lastly, no hot water was kind of a bummer.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ted M.

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

Crashing waves

Thankfully they had availability at the last moment and were able to fit us in Amazing views and easy access to all
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

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

Vacation stay for 4 nights

This property was everything we wanted out of our stay in Rincon. It was clean, easily accessible, and had everything needed for a good stay. There is a few restaurants close by, and the kitchen also has everything needed to cook in as well. We also really appreciated the binder with tips/things to do. Will definitely stay here again if we visit Rincon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

tania w.

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

3 nights

First day was a very hot day so there was no cross breeze at all.. lots of ceiling fans but was just too hot inside! A/c in bedroom was perfect but if you had another in living room bed was rough!! Otherwise the place and location was great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

great property

Will 100% be returning
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan N.

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

Good experience

Great view and great location. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

daniel b.

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

Wonderful

Location was amazing. This was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

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

Pink House Paradise

Absolutely loved our stay here and would definitely return! Was amazing waking up and getting to check the surfing right out front of our house. From the house you can walk right out to the rocks and watch the sun setting all the way over the horizon :) Doesn't get much better than that!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020

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