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Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Gym
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  • Washer
    WasherWasher

Explore the area

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Río Grande, Río Grande
  • Popular LocationEl Yunque National Forest3 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarabali Rainforest Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationWyndham Rio Mar Golf Course11 min drive
  • AirportSan Juan (SJU-Luis Munoz Marin Intl.)26 min drive

About the neighborhood

Río Grande

In Río Grande .You'll find El Yunque National Forest and Mandara Spa at the Westin Rio Mar Beach Resort within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Coco Beach Golf and Country Club and Bahia Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • El Yunque National Forest - 3 min drive
  • Carabali Rainforest Park - 11 min drive
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course - 11 min drive
  • Wyndham Rio Mar Casino - 13 min drive
  • Luquillo Beach - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ekelekua - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sabor Chino - Villas de Rio Grande - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Punto Latino Río Grande - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Yucca Yurt

This private yurt on the property not far from the farmhouse features a private living space with a king size bed, and bunk beds with one single bed on top and double bed on the bottom, great for a family or a group of friends. There is electric, a compost toilet outdoors looking towards the peak of the rainforest and an outdoor rainforest shower coming soon. Just a ten to fifteen minute walk to the river, said to be one of the cleanest rivers in the Western Hemisphere.

Things to remember:

- Ubers and taxis can be hard to find, make sure you plan your rides ahead of time. Having your own rental vehicle is advised.

- If you're a light sleeper, bring some earplugs.

- Mosquitoes are abundant especially during the rainy season. Bring bug spray.

- Critters and crawlies tend to sneak in even through the tiniest of holes so do not be surprised if you see one. We do not have any dangerous critters or crawlies living in the rainforest.

-Power and water outages are normal in the area especially during bad weather. We only have back-up power (solar) at the main house. We are in the process of getting more solar panels to power the entire property.

- Our dog Tootsie is a Rottweiler-Labrador mix. She's the biggest sweetheart but she can be a little mouthy sometimes. She's great with kids though! We also have plenty of cats, chickens, ducks and a turkey.

- There is a designated parking area. Make sure you leave space for other guests to park. We're in the process of renovating our parking area to accommodate more cars in the future.

- Wifi is only available in common areas.

Property manager

Jyl Lalwer

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property Registration Number 686535

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Yucca Yurt to the airport?

This vacation home is 20 mi (26-min drive) away from the Luis Munoz Marin Intl. Airport (SJU) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Yucca Yurt have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Yucca Yurt to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.6 mi (16-min drive) from Luquillo Beach and 5.6 mi (14-min drive) from Bahia Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Yucca Yurt offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Yucca Yurt?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Wyndham Rio Mar Casino (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Yucca Yurt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Yucca Yurt?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Yucca Yurt have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Yucca Yurt have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Yucca Yurt to downtown Río Grande?

This vacation home is 0.8 mi away from Guzmán Abajo.

Yucca Yurt Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 12 reviews" "
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8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Avinash

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
this place was a great experience for me and my wife. We had reached to the location midnight but it was slightly hard for us to findout the location of the hut. We got help from a fellow resident who showed us to the hut. it was extremely dark and no lights were there but once we got in the hut it was extremely beautiful with moon light coming from the top of the tent. it was kept clean. and in the morning the views are just breath taking. Showering in the open area in the middle of a forest was a great experience. The only thing that we didn't find pleasing was the cats. even though we had locked the doors in the hut the cats crawled in from a huge gap on the top of the door and hut. we had to cover those with pillows because the cats would constantly disturb us. Other than that if you want a pure nature experience i would totally recommend this place and make sure you take a bug repellant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Kalina V.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Hard to find, harder to get water
We went to three different addresses connected to the listing before trying several different phone numbers listed. The first couple went to voice-mail. The address was not correct, the contact was not accurate, and no check in instructions we received. Eventually I received a call back with helpful directions. Upon arrival the yurt was extremely hot and there was no running water. The property was gorgeous and the pets adorable, but the lack of ability to shower after hiking and then sleeping in a toasty yurt ruined the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Eliza

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun, unusual place to stay. You’ll definitely feel like you are part of the rainforest while in the yurt.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful area, wonderful staff
Great stay at La Casa de Vida Natural! The property was beautiful and the accommodation was comfortable. The staff and volunteers were helpful with providing recommendations, making us feel welcome, and even teaching a yoga class for us! Would definitely recommend for those wanting to connect with nature!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joani

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very unique, fun, property. The description was exactly as stated.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cool experience
The yurt was a neat experience. Tucked away near the Yunque but not far from civilization and the food truck park 👌 the place was cute, ran a little humid because of the rain but it wasn't bad. Didn't have big issues with bugs or anything, and the property animals were a plus too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Glorified Camping with a Private Outhouse/Shower
I compare this to glamping...and I loved it! We chose the yurt which is HUGE! King size bed then a double with a twin on top bunk bed. TWO sitting areas and a full dining table. They have a changing screen if you need privacy fyi. The toilet and shower are out back and yours to use solely. I don't even think someone could see you if they had binoculars but there is a door on the toilet and a shower curtain you can pull around if you want. Everything was cleaner than I expected. Bedding and towels provided. There aren't any dishes but they have a a common kitchen area you can use up at the main house where you check in. There is a pitcher and bowl provided for easy rinsing if you need. There are two floor fans that keep it pretty cool at night actually but the day time gets a bit muggy as would be expected. There are rescue dogs and cats as well as ducks and roosters running around. BE CAREFUL the black cat will steal your heart! I was there only 2 nights and I cried leaving her lol! If I didn't live state-side I would've adopted her no problem. Overall I absolutely loved it and would love to go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
two nights in a yurt
Past reviews have stated that as long as you know what you're getting into, the experience is great. We concur. We also were looking for an experience such as this so we loved it. Our intent in the local area was to spend a day or two hiking El Yunque. The location of this property was ideal to allow us to do so. We also like looking at the wildlife, in this case frogs, lizzards, toads and yes, even bugs. Since the property was located near the forest we were able to spot lots of these during both night and daytime hikes around the large plot of property. We were able to access the main part of the National Forest within a 20-30 minute drive from the yurt. The yurt itself was in great shape and clean save a few lizards that found their way in. No big deal, we just showed them the exit. It was exactly as advertised. I only have one critical comment and that is that the mattresses could have been a tad bit more firm. But, very tolerable for two nights. The yurt is part of a larger complex containing some rooms and a larger house. There are many animals on the property such as cats, chickens, ducks a turkey and an awesome dog named Tootsie. Tootsie is everyone's best friend who doesn't know she is as big as she is! We hung out at a common area when we weren't off exploring. There you can have coffee, tea, etc. although we did not, you could probably cook for yourself in the kitchen. We enjoyed talking with the caretakers and other guests when we were there. We mostly interacted with Jyl and Eunice who were two of the care takers. They were great and recommended many good places to eat and to check out. All in all it is a different place to stay compared to a standard hotel, but that was exactly what we were looking for and we are very happy with the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Arlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Buen lugar para una estadía corta.
La caseta está localizada en un lugar con mucho potencial, pero es calurosa por dentro y no tiene un lugar para sentarse en el exterior a disfrutar el paisaje. Yo sugeriría despejar un poco los matorrales laterales para poner un banco y un par de sillas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying in a Yurt was very interesting and being located so close to the Rainforest made it even more so! The birds chirping and the overall scenery was absolutely amazing! You have to walk a little ways downhill but there a giant concrete stepping stones in the shape of feet that lead the way so it wasn’t that big of a deal. The inside of the Yurt was so cool and the furnishings added to that appeal. I was in constant contact with the owner and got very good directions. Highly recommend this place if you want a unique lodging experience! Two thumbs up from our family 😉
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Anya Lee C.

Yurt
We had a fabulous 3 night stay in the yurt. We were prepared to “rough it” a bit seeing as how the toilet, shower and running water were outside. We knew this going in. Did not know the shower would only run cold water. The staff and family living in the grounds were great and gave recommendations on things to do. Beware there are HUGE spiders. We had a few inside the yurt and my children freaked out. Also carrying the luggage all the way down to the yurt was not fun as it cannot be rolled. Other than that we had a great time. Would recommend as long as you know what you’re getting into.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021