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8 Seat SUV -1 Block to Malecon - Kid/Baby friendly

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Overview
3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
7 guests
4 nights minimum 
Holiday Rental House
Pura Vida is an inviting home located in Esperanza, the quaint fishing town of Vieques as well as the most popular tourist area. The three bedroom, one bath house is located in a safe neighborhood, only 1 block, or less than a 5 minute walk, to the Malecon. We are now 100% Air Conditioned at Pura Vida. All 3 bedrooms as well as the main living space have air conditioning. *** Please visit our web site to view additional pictures, maps of our location on the island, floor plans and real time availability calendar*** There is a lack of rental cars on Vieques, and if not reserved ahead of time, they may all be sold out. Avoid being left without a car to explore Vieques. Our SUV has three rows of seats holding 8 passengers. If you are a larger group staying at Pura Vida, an 8 passenger SU...Pura Vida is an inviting home located in Esperanza, the quaint fishing town of Vieques as well as the most popular tourist area. The three bedroom, one bath house is located in a safe neighborhood, only 1 block, or less than a 5 minute walk, to the Malecon. We are now 100% Air Conditioned at Pura Vida. All 3 bedrooms as well as the main living space have air conditioning. *** Please visit our web site to view additional pictures, maps of our location on the island, floor plans and real time availability calendar*** There is a lack of rental cars on Vieques, and if not reserved ahead of time, they may all be sold out. Avoid being left without a car to explore Vieques. Our SUV has three rows of seats holding 8 passengers. If you are a larger group staying at Pura Vida, an 8 passenger SUV negates the need to rent two vehicles, you can everyone fit in one SUV, thus saving you money on both rental fees, gas etc. We are baby and child friendly! We had our first child in November of 2007, our second in January 2010. We enjoy bringing them to the island and they love Media Lunas gentle waves and shallow beach. At Pura Vida we have a Pack N Play crib, child booster seat for feeding (works well instead of high chair), and two convertible car seats for our Jeep, capable of forward and rear facing. We also have a bunch of beach toys, child snorkel gear, books, games and puzzles to keep kids entertained. That is if they aren't worn out after a long day at the beach. We are happy to provide these child amenities to our guests free of charge, pending no abnormal damage to them. We also have a TV, DVD player, vast library of adult and children DVDs and a Playstation 2 with games for you to enjoy. Although we offer a SUV, our convenient location allows one to easily enjoy much of what Vieques has to offer without driving. Stroll to dinner and dine overlooking the Caribbean, grab a drink at one of the oceanfront bars, spend the day at the park, or experience the beauty (and nightlife) of Esperanza Beach and the Malecon, all within walking distance.
House Rules
Pets not allowedKid friendlyNo smoking
Bathrooms
1 Full bath

Meet the host
Jeff B
Hosting since April 2011
Languages spoken: English
Response Time: Within a few hours

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Reviews (18)
jhoveland
jhoveland
Minneapolis, MN44 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Amazingly well kept house with the 2 best caretakers ever!
Where do I start? This house is located only blocks from the malecon and beach making it a perfect location on Vieques. Joe and Mimi are amazing caretakers that gave us tons of info and helped us with everything we need. We really appreciated having them at our disposal. The house is very well kept, roomy and has an awesome fenced yard. The neighborhood is as safe as it can get and so close to everything. We walked to the malecon, green store and all of the restaurants without issue any time of day or night. The Honda Pilot was great to have since we have such a large family and got us everywhere we needed to go without any issues. Thank you Jeff, Joe and Mimi for an amazing vacation and an awesome place to experience Vieques!
Visited December 2018
Written 18 December 2018. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Venture398775
Venture398775
Wow, Thank you so much for the kind review. We agree, Vieques is a pretty special place for those that get it, and we try and make everyone's stay as comfortable as we can with the amenities we accumulated over the years. As you found out, Joe and Mimi are quite special.
Written 20 December 2018. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

ralph3
ralph3
Bonaire4 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
NIce rental home, in a nice small town.
We felt safe on this quite street. The auto rental was a bonus to get us all (6) out and about. It was our first visit to Veiques and this was a nice place to get acquainted.
Visited July 2013
Written 30 August 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Mike -:- Salem,Va
4.0 of 5 bubbles
PuraVida
My Wife and I honeymooned to PuraVida. Our stay was wonderful! Everything that we possibly could have needed was supplied for Us. From towels to beach chairs to coolers, we were very impressed. We went To Vieques with the plan of relaxing and being beach bums. The Island and the home completely allowed us to do so. We visited different beaches everyday, all in very close proximity to PuraVida. Convenient location to the malecon allowed us to walk to dinner and drinks everynight without worry of driving or not feeling safe. PuraVida was clean and well kept, the caretakers did a good job of making us feel at home and answering any questions that we had. My wife and I will definitely be returning to PuraVida with the plan of doing the exact same thing(relaxing) I would highly recommend PuraVida to anyone looking to do the same! The BioBay trip was something that everyone must truly experience, words can't describe what it's like. The fact that Jeff and Michelle provide your stay with the option of a vehicle is what made this trip special...we were able to get around the island at our own leisure. An SUV is a must on the island for some of the beaches roads were quite rough and washed out. The people of Vieques were all very friendly and we didn't have any bad experiences with anyone while we were there. We went out for dinner everynight and went to Duffys more then once! All in all we were happy with dinners at all places we went, thanks to Joe and Mimi the caretakers. They gave us very good direction and recommendations to good times! We will be returning for anniversary trips and can't wait to take our children and family to see what the Island has to experience. Thanks Jeff and Michelle, I have told many people about our stay, and directed them to your very well organized website!!!
Visited August 2013
Written 22 August 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

6Irwins -:- Napa, CA
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Home away from home in beautiful Vieques, PR
Pura Vida provided us a true home away from home experience during our visit to Vieques. For all who stay there, before the trip, Jeff and Michelle send you an awesome welcome packet that answers any questions you might have starting from when you land in Puerto Rico to when you leave- it's an invaluable resource that personally came in handy when we changed some of our transportation plans just before we left on our trip. Once you get to Pura Vida, you have the additional resource in Joe and Mimi Popp, the caretakers for Pura Vida- they can answer any remaining questions and provide great advice on beaches, restaurants, activities, etc. Pura Vida was a great set-up for our family of 6- you have everything you need to make meals at home but you are also close enough to walk to the waterfront in the cute town of Esperanza for a great meal with a phenomenal view. Pura Vida has some really great amenities. Though we didn't need it as our kids are older, there is plenty of baby gear for those with young children. And although there is no satellite t.v. we didn't even miss it due to the amazing DVD collection as well as board games and a selection of books. The best amenity is the option of renting their SUV along with the house- to fully appreciate Vieques, you need a car to get to most of the beaches and with our large family, it was great not having to worry about getting a car big enough from a rental company. If you have a large group or family, I highly recommend a stay at Pura Vida- it ticks all the boxes for being a home away from home with the additional perk of the great service from the Blandings and the Popps. As for the roosters- as everyone has said, you don't even hear them with the air-conditioning going. Until the time comes that we are able to buy our own vacation home on amazing Vieques, Pura Vida will be our choice for our home away from home.
Visited July 2013
Written 12 July 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you Irwin's for your honest and complimentary review. I am sure other potential renters will appreciate your comments as well. We try and keep the Welcome Guide continually updated, because you never know when Island Time can strike. Whenever you return to Vieques, we are happy to host you! Good luck in your house hunting trip!
Written 12 July 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Chrissy -:- Macedon, NY
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Cant wait to go back!
This was our second time staying at Pura Vida in Vieques and all I can think about is "when can we go back"? Its a perfect location and short walk from the restaurants in Esperanza. No need to worry about driving or parking if you want to go to dinner, for drinks, or to meet a guide for abe's Tours. Banana's has really good banana and mango coladas and I was told by my friends that Duffy's has great fish tacos (I dont eat fish). If you have never had them you must try Tostones (fried plantains). Depending on the season you can also see awesome sunsets over the Ocean from the Malecon in Esperanza. We took advantage of the SUV offered by Pura Vida, which made it easy to come and go to any of the beaches on the island. We did have quite a bit of rain during this visit to the island, but unlike those who took taxis to the beach, we could pack up and head back to Pura Vida for drinks on the porch while we waited on the storms before heading back. The first time we visited the island and stayed at Pura Vida it was just my fiance and I. This time we brought another couple who we knew would enjoy a relaxing low key non touristy beach vacation and next month my cousin and his new wife will get to share the experience when they stay at Pura Vida for their honeymoon. My final recommendations: 50 SPF sunscreen, the sun is much stronger in that area Bug spray, there are mosquitoes abe's Tours - Bio Bay is a must
Visited June 2013
Written 9 July 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you Chrissy for the honest review and kind words about Pura Vida. We agree, one of our many benefits of Pura Vida is our location. If you are in a group of people and some want to walk to dinner or drinks (or stumble home early), it is easy to do so since we are so close to the Malecon. However, we are in somewhat of a secluded street so you do not get much traffic or noise from the Malecon. Practice the 2 medalla rule at the beach, every 2 Medalla apply SPF50
Written 9 July 2013. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

lrauers
lrauers
38 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Celebrating 60!
My sister and I decided that we would take a trip to Vieques to celebrate our 60th birthdays. We booked Pura Vida on the recommendation of my daughter who stayed there a couple of years ago. We had Joe, the manager, pick us up at the airport for a quick tour on the way to the house. He is a great guide with tons of suggestions about what to do (and what not to do). We rented the older Jeep from Jeff, which was great for getting down the bumpy roads to the best beaches. We had a minor issue (our fault, I think) with the car and Joe took care of it promptly. The house is very well equipped, plenty of chairs for the beach, cooler, even a beach umbrella that was a necessity for us. It's only a 5 minute walk to the Malecon or to the Green store, so location couldn't be better. The roosters are an issue, but you can mask the noise by turning on the airconditioner in the bedroom, I slept in the master bedroom and I can honestly say the bed was extremely comfortable. I enjoyed being in a "neighborhood" rather than away from the restaurants, bars, activity. The people are extremely friendly, you get to know them to say hello every morning. We also loved the horses, especially those that would come down the street in front of the house every day. The yard is fenced, there's a big covered porch and a nice little gazebo where we hung the hammock. You will be cautioned about petty theft on the island but we never felt unsafe or uncomfortable. I would recommend Pura Vida for it's super location and the ease of having a rental car on site. Also, our deposit was back in my account by the end of the day we left the island. Jeff is great to do business with and Joe will take care of everthing while you're there. It's really paradise.
Visited May 2013
Written 16 May 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Erin D -:- Downingtown, PA
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Our favority vacation spot =)
This trip marked our second visit to Vieques, as well as our second stay at Pura Vida. The upgrades include a new SUV for traversing the bumpy roads to secluded beaches and a beautiful new kitchen! While the island has certainly been discovered in the last few years, there are still plenty of beaches to explore and most you will still find yourself alone for a good portion of the day. The Bio Bay was even more brilliant than we remembered. You are no longer allowed to swim in it but abe's Snorkeling hosted a wonderful kayak tour that was just as enjoyable (perhaps more so since there were no jellyfish stings!). I would recommend Vieques and Pura Vida to anyone (in fact, I always do!), and we'll be back next year for another relaxing week in the sun!
Visited June 2012
Written 2 July 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you for the glowing reply, we are so glad you enjoyed your vacation and delighted we could be a part of it. Whenever you wish to return to Vieques, we will be glad to host you again. Thank you again! Jeff
Written 2 July 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

Kim Lally -:- Mohnton, PA
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Relaxing, relaxing, relaxing!
This was my third year vacationing at Pura Vida and I cannot wait until next year to come again! Viequez offers everything that I want in a vacation and Pura Vida is the perfect location for relaxing, fun, and feeling like you are in your "home away from home". Within walking distance to the malecon - fun, shopping, and authentic Puerto Rican food, its a wonderful way to transition off the beach.
Visited April 2012
Written 21 April 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

Virginia Griffith -:- Shillington, Pa
5.0 of 5 bubbles
The perfect get away!
This was our 4th trip to Vieques and PuraVida. Each year, 5 girlfriends get together to escape " the real world" and gain some peace and a new perspective on life. We couldn't ask for a better place to have this happen. PuraVida is quaint and charming, yet offers all of the amenities needed for the perfect vacation. A day at the beach, a quick shower, and a walk to the Malecon for drinks and a fabulous dinner...what more could we ask for? Jeff and Michelle, the owners, are continually making improvements to the property to enhance your stay. This year when we arrived, they had replaced the jeep with a 7 passenger vehicle, making the trip to the beach much more comfortable. The caretakers of the property, Joe and Mimi, are a wealth of info, so be sure to call upon their expertise for ideas of where to go, what to see, etc. The one thing people seem to consider a draw back is the rooster population. Well, they are part of the Puerto Rican culture, and should be looked at as such. After the first day, you really don't even notice them. But, if you do, rest assured...there are sound machines and ear plugs in the bedrooms! Let me conclude by saying that if you're looking for a resort vacation, Vieques is not the place to go. However, if you're up for pure relaxation and enjoyment, in a beautiful location, book your trip to Vieques and PuraVida asap!!! Thanks Jeff and Michelle for the use of your home, and all of the wonderful memories!!! Can't wait to return next year!!!
Visited April 2012
Written 19 April 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

ann marie -:- union dale pa
4.0 of 5 bubbles
lazy week in vieques
spent one lazy week at pura vida. mornings at the beach, afternoons at the house napping and reading. the house is very well located, easy walk to wonderful restaurants, perfect for lunch and dinner. the house was clean, airy and well equipped with air conditioners in each bedroom, flat screen TV (no cable or tv reception but many fine movies to watch). can't not mention the roosters in the neighborhood, something you hear through out the town. the air conditioners totally drown out the noise at night, they are quiet in the early evening, you just have to deal with them in the morning and afternoon. we just decided it was part of the local scene and didn't dwell on it. we are going back next year, the beaches are so deserted, the water so blue, the natives very friendly the food so wonderful, why wouldn't we return?? we were greeted by the house managers, given wonderful tips on restaurants, best beaches, grocery stores etc. we found them very helpful and friendly. we have traveled all over the world, rented house in many countries, we consider every trip an adventure, it's never going to be just like home, if you want a sanitized vacation, stay at a resort. if you want to feel like you live in a neighborhood,if you want to experience a different culture, you are up for an adventure, this is the place for you. try all the restaurants on the malecon, we are foodies, we din't have one bad meal.
Visited April 2012
Written 16 April 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you for the review Ann Marie. You are spot on about everything about Vieques and Pura Vida. We could not have said it better.
Written 16 April 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

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What this rental offers
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  • DVD player
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  • Towels provided
  • Washer
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  • Air conditioning
  • Internet access
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About the neighbourhood
We are one block to the Malecon in Esperanza, in a safe neighborhood. One can walk to dinner, drinks or to watch the sunset in less than 5 minutes very easily.
Access
Car advised
How to get there
Most guests take a Publico which is a 15 passenger van to the house. The cost is about $5 per person plus $1 or so per bag. Our care takers will meet you at the house, check you in and explain the island, restaurants, beaches and offer any advice you request.

Things to know
Check in / out timings
Check in after 3 pm • Check out by 10 am
Cancellation policy
  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
  • 50% refund* if you cancel at least 8 weeks before check-in
  • 25% refund* if you cancel at least 4 weeks before check-in
  • No refund available once booking is confirmed
Notes from owner
During the high season on Vieques, demand often outweighs the supply of available rental cars on the island. If rental cars are not booked in advance during the busy season, it is very difficult to find a vehicle for rent. Pura Vida has a SUV exclusively available for the use of our guests. If you shall choose to stay at Pura Vida, a SUV will be available for your use if you choose to rent it. We have a 2007 Dodge Durango for the exclusive use of our guests. Not many rental vehicles on Vieques can hold more than 5 passengers. Our SUV has three rows of seats holding 8 passengers. If you are a larger group staying at Pura Vida, an 8 passenger SUV negates the need to rent two vehicles, you can fit everyone in one vehicle, thus saving you money on both rental fees, gas etc. During the winter months which are High Season on Vieques, rental cars are often nonexistent, as there is more demand than cars available. Our SUV is for the exclusive use of our guests and will be available if you shall choose to rent it. We also have a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee, if you have a need of two vehicles, we can possibly arrange both vehicles during your stay, just ask. Additional fees may apply: - SUV - Dodge Durango | 60 USD per day

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