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Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024

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Private Pool
Living Room with Smart TV
Living area
Primary Bedroom on Main Level with Ensuite Bathroom
Main Level kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Guanica
  • Place, Gilligan's Island
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa Cana Gorda
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Balneario Boqueron
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ponce (PSE-Mercedita)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1: Main Level

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2: Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3: Main Level

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4: Poolside Level

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1: Main Level

Bathroom 2: Main Level

Bathroom 3: Poolside Level

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024

Welcome to Casa Ballena! Newly Renovated Two-Story Beach House in Puerto Rico Overlooking the Caribbean with Private Pool

Enjoy a relaxing stay at this newly renovated, two-story beach house, offering beautiful views of the Caribbean. Located in a quiet area, this property provides a comfortable and convenient space for your beach getaway.

Key Features:
• 4 Bedrooms / 3 Bathrooms: The house has four fully air-conditioned bedrooms with blackout curtains and individual closets. It has three bathrooms, each equipped with a rainfall shower and toiletries. Linens and towels are provided.

• Private Pool: A private pool is available for your enjoyment, with views of the sea and a peaceful atmosphere.

• Upstairs Kitchen & Lower Kitchenette: The main kitchen is located upstairs, fully equipped for preparing meals, while a lower kitchenette offers a smaller space for preparing poolside snacks.

• Amenities: The house comes with essentials including blow dryers, beach towels, and toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash).

This beach house offers a peaceful, comfortable space for your stay in Puerto Rico, with easy access to nearby attractions and activities. We look forward to hosting you.

Nearby Activities:

• Kayaking, Snorkeling & Nearby Beaches: Kayaking, snorkeling, and beach activities are available at multiple nearby beaches within a 5-10 minute drive

• Dry Forest Hikes: Enjoy hiking in the local dry forest area.

• Bioluminescent Bay (30 min): A visit to the bioluminescent bay, about 30 minutes away, is a unique experience.

• Private Boat Tours to Gilligan's Island: Private boat tours to Gilligan's Island can be arranged for a peaceful day on a secluded beach.

• Copamarina Beach Resort: Nearby dining and beach resort within a 5-minute drive.

No parties or pets are permitted.

Keywords: Beach House CASA BALLENA

Registration: 702761 last digits

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

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 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
Property Registration Number 702761

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Guanica

Located in Guanica, this holiday home is near the beach. Gilligan's Island and Guanica State Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include United Nations Biosphere Reserve and Castillo del Niño. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Guanica

What's nearby

  • Gilligan's Island - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Playa Cana Gorda - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Bioluminescent Bay - 41 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Balneario Boqueron - 57 min drive - 49.1 km
  • La Guancha - 60 min drive - 56.0 km

Getting around

  • Ponce (PSE-Mercedita) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪4 Calles Liquor Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪El Paladar Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024 have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024?

As of 19 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024 on 26 March 2026 start from NZ$939, 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.

Is Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beach retreat w/ private pool & Caribbean views - newly remodeled in 2024 located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Gilligan's Island, Playa Cana Gorda and United Nations Biosphere Reserve. Playa Ballena and Playa de Tamarindo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great views, loved the pool and the bbq. We had a great stay and enjoyed this space very much. It has everything you need. Host very responsive. Excellent location, very clean. Will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorge B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location an good facilities. Definitely want to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea S.

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

Wonderful stay!

This house couldn't have been nicer and was perfect for our group! The style/decor, room lay-out, pool, view, etc - all perfect. We would have loved to stay for days more!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Downstairs not clean. Prefer lighter thinner bath towels and washcloths as dark heavy ones never dry and sour. Rentals should use white bleachable linens.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marion W.

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

Absolutely fantastic!

We had a wonderful 10 day stay at Casa Ballena! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful experience during our week's stay. The house is very spacious with spaces for every need. The view is spectacular! Waking up to the sunrise over the water was beautiful. We spent most of our time outside on the deck or at the pool. The kitchen is extremely well appointed with cookware, dishes, and utensils. Most importantly, the communication with the owner and manager was excellent. The manager Jeffrey went above and beyond for us when we had some travel issues (not related to the house). He was on his own vacation and still communicated with us to help solve our issues. The neighbors were extremely helpful, too. A fantastic place for a relaxing vacation. As others have said, you definitely need a car to get around when staying there. There are no ubers, taxis, etc. in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an amazing stay! The house was absolutely beautiful – spacious, spotless, and thoughtfully designed. It had everything we needed, from a fully equipped kitchen to comfortable beds and cozy living areas. The location was excellent – peaceful yet close to everything. But the real highlight was the view… absolutely stunning! Waking up to that scenery every morning was unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

betty r.

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

Great location amazing view

Roomy and comfortable. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This beach house just became my favorite place to stay in Puerto Rico. It is very spacious, peaceful, great view to the beach and the pool. I'm definitely coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our family visiting from Texas and some of our locals’ stayed over to avoid the noises from NYE and have a pleasant overlooking at the sea. Casa Ballena didn’t disappoint. Starting with the quietness of the community, the gorgeous views, the lush landscape and well appointed interiors felt truly special. We did the pool daily, visited Playa Ballena, and some of the hidden beaches nearby. We ate brunch at Dolche Salao which is 20 mins away at Yauco, and had dinner at La Parguera’s restaurants, as well as at Umami at Guanica, which was delicious with great local service. This region has some of the best service we have experienced in the island. I want to share that we were there during the big blackout in PR, however we couldn’t even tell since their power generator kicked in and powered almost the entire home. The owners were highly diligent and secured the unit provided service when needed the most, and that it powered the master bedroom and living room’s AC Inverters. Overall, our family is unanimous: we are coming back to Casa Ballena.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

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

Gaze away your days…

Stunning views… feel relaxed just from watching the sunrises, sunsets, and late night star gazing. Location is amazing and for the price, space, and sense of security… you get what you pay for. To be honest, the property is definitely outdated. Beds are uncomfortable. The master bedroom has a bed that feels like a seesaw when you or your partner decide to roll over in the middle of the night. Intimacy/privacy can be a challenge when the master bedroom door doesn’t lock and you’re traveling with your kids and parents. Although the kitchen is well equipped, the burners on the stove are finicky. There’s a leak under the kitchen sink. Linens are provided and clean but stained from visitors from a time long forgotten… mattresses cause more back pain than relaxation. Deck roof leaks when it rains so watch where you sit while watching any rain storms pass by! The property manager, Jeffrey, was absolutely amazing to work with. He is very attentive, cares about his neighborhood and the services provided. Takes excellent care of the property with the resources that he is provided with by the property owners. Yes, I would stay here again but now know to set my expectations a bit lower.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emeshe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pure bliss. The house is located in a very quiet neighborhood tucked in a peninsula that offers breathtaking views. It is tastefully decorated, well equipped (we especially enjoyed the thoroughly equipped kitchen), and impeccably clean. The host was communicative and welcoming. We loved hanging out on the porch overlooking the ocean and chilling by the pool. The town of Guánica and the supermarket are a short drive away. This is a place to relax, be, and marvel at the beauty of the scenery. We’d love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raysa C.

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

Arreglos, mantenimientos, sugerencias

Les recomiendo que en el area de la piscina tengan más alumbramiento, cuando se va el sol es muy oscuro. Dar mantenimiento a las camas o cambiarlas ya están un poco deterioradas. El internet NUNCA sirvió y el cable tampoco. La piscina estaba sucia no estaba limpio el piso. Me encanto el espacio me volveré a quedar pronto
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlos R.

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

Excellent

Beautiful house and nice view , super comfy for a nice family vacation, we love it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila V.

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

Excellent place

The property is a relax place for familias or friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Maribel M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful, quite and far away from all

The place is just as the photos show. The downstairs needs a lot of updates, the appliances are a bit rusty but all the appliances work well. The AC is great and really cools off the place. The only thing is that the location is very far away from everything so make sure you bring enough food to avoid back and forth trips thru the only road to get there which is very narrow and basically driving thru dangerous cliffs. The area is very quite and it felt like being on a spiritual retreat…. Very relaxing. Overall the stay was good and the property manager is great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bobby M.

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

Very Relaxing

Great Experience, Very Relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzzette B.

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

Guanica South beaches the best.

Amazing view, nice spot. House was comfortable and big enough for a large group. Needs a little of upgrade. Common area big enough. All around nice place to stay and enjoy the view. Near a lot of beaches and nice house pool. Equipped with all the house appliances.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

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

Amazing views and sea breezes

The location is stunning, Beautiful views of Gilligans island in the ocean, the homes a little dated but has all the amenities needed, Jeffery the grounds keeper is an amazing person always willing to help, so your in good hands! I highly recommend this location for your next stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jose A.

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

Beautiful water views

Amazing location, home is a little dated but very accommodating, has everything you need for a beautiful vacation, prime location and plenty of beautiful water views and amenities , the property manager Jeffery is an amazing host , care taker and boat guide , he will address your every need and go out of his way to make your vacation spectacular! Thank you Jeffery. I highly recommend this home , just bring food and toiletries and they supply the rest .
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great escape!

This place was excellent, the owner was very helpful and friendly. The view is spectacular for evening dinners and morning coffee. Sitting by the pool with cold beverages during the day with a constant breeze just makes it that much more peaceful and enjoyable. Great place!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria F.

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

Family

Very pleasant stay, great place for family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brunilda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Great time!

Excellent view, nice pool, enough space for everybody. . We have a great family time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Rest and Relaxation

If you want to get away from it all...this is the place!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Tremendo lugar para relajarse

Nuestra estadía fue inolvidable. La casa es acogedora, tiene todo lo necesario para pasarla bien y relajarse. La piscina es tremenda para terminar el día de playa. La terraza con vista al mar es excelente para cenar y pasarla bien. El administrador de la propiedad fue excelente, muy amable y siempre pendiente por si necesitábamos algo. Ya estamos planificando la próxima estadía en Casa Ballena.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

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