Villa Preciosa | Charming 3 BR in Best Location

Summary:
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The Space:
Villa Preciosa is a charming 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom apartment nestled in the heart of historic Old San Juan, Puerto Rico. This vibrant retreat offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and old-world charm, making it the ideal base for your unforgettable Puerto Rican adventure. Villa Preciosa is conveniently situated on the second level of a historic building, and here's what makes it truly special: it's the only unit on this floor! This unique feature ensures complete privacy and a serene atmosphere during your stay. Please note that there is no elevator access, but the short climb to the second floor is well worth the exclusive experience.

Villa Preciosa offers a simply spectacular location right in the heart of Old San Juan, walking distance to a variety of shops, restaurants, and all the tourist attractions this wonderful city has to offer. Whether you’re here to explore San Juan or simply unwind in style, our colonial apartment promises a stay to remember.

Additionally, the unit is equipped with a washer and dryer in case you need to do laundry during your stay. The machines are not seen in the pictures but they are located in the living room area, behind one of the doors visible in the pictures.

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: The building next door is currently undergoing construction. Please expect construction noise during working hours (7 AM - 4 PM), especially on weekdays, but may include some weekends.

LIVING AREAS AND KITCHEN

​​Villa Preciosa offers a cozy living space, featuring a sofa and flat screen TV. The living room seamlessly connects to a fully stocked kitchen and dining area, making it convenient for meal preparation and dining. Additionally, there's a full bathroom adjacent to this area for your convenience, ensuring a comfortable stay during your visit. The living areas open up to an inviting outdoor terrace.

The kitchen was recently updated with new cabinets and modern countertops. You will surely spend time socializing and cooking in the beautiful kitchen that features a dining table with seating for 4. There is a coffee maker, 4-burner stovetop, oven, microwave, and fridge. It is a small but fully equipped kitchen perfect for an extended stay.

OUTDOOR TERRACE

As you step outside, you'll find a barbecue grill ready for outdoor cooking adventures, and a spacious dining table for 6 guests where you can enjoy your meals al fresco. This seamless indoor-outdoor connection allows you to relish the fresh air and dine in a picturesque setting right from the comfort of your living area. This space is the perfect place to gather your group after a long day exploring the enchanting city of Old San Juan.

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Villa Preciosa boasts three cozy bedrooms featuring connecting doors, you'll enjoy the flexibility of maintaining easy access while still enjoying the comfort of your own space. It can comfortably sleep 8 guests, ensuring a restful night's sleep for everyone. Each room can also be accessed directly via the outdoor terrace.

The master bedroom features a king bed with an ensuite bathroom that has been recently renovated, a comfortable chair, a closet with hangers and a smart TV with video streaming applications such as Netflix & Hulu. The second bedroom has a queen-sized bed a fully renovated bathroom and an armoire with hangers to accommodate all your belongings. The third bedroom has two queen-sized beds, an armoire with hangers and access to an outdoor shower. All bedrooms have air conditioning.

Villa Preciosa boasts 3 full bathrooms, ensuring everyone has their own private space to freshen up. It has an additional outdoor shower for the more adventurous guests.

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.

LOCATION

Staying in Old San Juan is a truly unique experience filled with charm and character. From Villa Preciosa, you can comfortably walk anywhere within Old San Juan. The apartment is located on one of the quieter streets but still steps away from all the action. We recommend taking a cab or Uber from the airport and using Uber while you stay at Old San Juan. Renting a car is not necessary unless you are planning on road tripping. This is a truly walkable location with everything you need a short walk away. The apartment does not include parking. Nonetheless, there are convenient parking lots close to the apartment.

There are many things to do in the surrounding areas, here are some of our favorites, all within walking distance:

Explore the El Morro Fort. There are daily tours of the fort and the large green areas have spectacular ocean views. Take a tour, have a picnic, and fly a kite. This is a must-do.

Explore the iconic Calle San Sebastian nightlife. There is a large assortment of bars on this strip which is a favorite among locals on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.

Breakfast at “La Mallorca”. This is a Puerto Rican landmark well known for its locally inspired breakfast and pastries.

Savor Stuffed Avocado. Healthy and "trendy" spot where you can create your own avocado bowl.

Take a stroll around “Paseo La Princesa”, a waterfront walkway which you can start off at El Morro and finish of the walk with a rum tasting at Princesa Gastrobar at the end of the trail.


GETTING AROUND

This property does not include parking. If staying within the general San Juan/Metro area, we recommend moving around via Uber. If you decide to rent a car, there are various paid parking garages around Old San Juan - pricing varies as some charge by the hour and others have a flat rate.


AMENITIES

West Indies strives to deliver top-notch service and amenities to guarantee our guests feel at home while visiting our properties. All of our properties are outfitted with freshly laundered bed linens and towels. We provide 2 bath towels per guest and 1 beach/pool towel per guest. Our properties typically include at least 2 beach chairs and an ice cooler.

West Indies provides the disposable amenities necessary to get your vacation off to a comfortable start. These amenities include 1 set of hotel size soaps and shampoos per bathroom, 3 garbage bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 dish soap, 1 dish sponge, and a small amount of laundry detergent. We do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is your responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock with whatever else may be needed for the duration of your stay.


HOUSE RULES

Check-in time is at 4:00 pm
Check-out time is at 11:00 am
NO SMOKING: Smoking is strictly prohibited. A smoking fee of $500 will be charged if violated.
NO PETS: No pets are allowed at any time. A $300 fine will be charged if violated and you will be expelled from the property.
The host will not pay for a hotel, vacation rental, or transportation expenses incurred because of an interruption in water or electrical service. If water or electricity is interrupted for more than 3 hours, guests have the option of canceling their reservation and requesting a refund for the nights not used. Under no circumstances will we refund consumed nights.
All bookings are contingent on signing a short-term rental agreement that will be sent via email. It must be signed within 48 hours of booking or before entering the property, whichever happens first.
Maximum occupancy of 8 adults/children at all times. This includes visitors.
Max. occupancy is strictly enforced and exceeding it may result in immediate cancellation of booking or being expelled from the property.
Towels and linens must only be used for their intended purpose. Do not stain them with food, grease or any other substance. Do not use towels to clean up any mess. Stained towels/linens will be charged.
Do not hang towels from the balcony or windows. A $100 fine may be applied if you break this rule.
Subletting not allowed


INTERACTION WITH GUESTS:

The West Indies Vacation Rental staff is eager to ensure everything about your vacation is 5-stars. Once you reserve, our Vacation Planning Team will send you detailed property information, suggestions on where to eat and what to do, as well as the contact information of the Property Manager that will be available to assist you during your stay. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you want additional suggestions and expert opinions on what to do during your vacation. We want to make your experience the best it can be!

San Juan Municipal Short Term License Submission Receipt #5f46c93bbc8a402