Villa Pacifica at Mary Lee’s by the Sea

Please review the property details below, and if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us before booking! Come stay with us at Villa Pacifica at Mary Lee’s by the Sea. Villa Pacifica is a unique 5 bedroom 5.5 bathroom oceanfront home in Guánica which has been hosting guests since 1967. The home comfortably sleeps 12 guests in beds and up to 16 guests if you use the two available full size sofa bed. Villa Pacifica boasts a balcony overlooking the Caribbean Sea, en-suite bathrooms in all bedrooms, an interior patio with gas BBQ, a ping pong table, 6 person spa right by the sea, kayaks, a paddleboard, and access to a public dock than can accommodate vessels up to 20 feet. There is AC throughout the home and Wi-Fi (which can be spotty at times due to the location). Located within the National Dry Forest of Guánica, this home is ideal for outdoor sports such as kayaking, fishing, hiking, cycling and running aficionados. IMPORTANT NOTE: SURVEILLANCE CAMERAS For your safety, surveillance cameras are in use on this property. Cameras are located in common areas and outdoor spaces. Please be aware that footage is for security purposes only and is not actively monitored. Exterior cameras face the entrance, balconies, terraces, docks and common areas. KAYAKS Villa Pacifica includes kayaks and a paddle board. Guests must agree to mind the weather conditions, only use the kayaks at their own risk, and to always wear life vests. There are no lifeguards on duty. ICE Ice is a must when staying by the ocean. We have a chest freezer with ice bags for guest use. There are some coolers as well for your day trips. WATER SHOES We recommend guests bring water shoes. The seabed off the public dock has a grassy floor and most people prefer to have water shoes on. STAFF ON SITE Our property keeper and housekeeper will be on-site during the day, maintaining common areas and tending to the yard. At night, the property keeper might need to access the dock via a path adjacent to the house. USE OF THE DOCK The dock is yours to use as much as you like but the dock is not private. GETTING AROUND AND PARKING Renting a car is a must when staying at Villa Pacifica. There are no taxis or Ubers. There is space for 3 vehicles in front of the property. COMMON AREAS Villa Pacifica has ample space for large groups. There is a formal living room overlooking the balcony with seating for 6 and a flat screen TV. The balcony has a 6 person outdoor dining table and chaise lounges for sunbathing. The dining table seats 8 and is directly besides the kitchen which has seating 4 more guests at the kitchen counter. The kitchen has a full size fridge with ice maker, an additional under counter fridge, stove, oven, and microwave. There is an interior patio with a gas grill and seating. A separate family room with flat screen TV. And finally a finished patio area with a 6 person spa. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS The first and second bedroom are both accessed from inside the home and have a king bed, flatscreen TV, and en-suite bathrooms. The third bedroom, also accessed from inside the home, features a queen bed, a desk, an en-suite bathroom, and a sofa bed that comfortably sleeps two additional guests. The fourth and fifth bedrooms are more of an au-pair setup since they are accessed separate to the home. The fourth bedroom can be accessed from the front of the house or the patio and has a two queen beds, flat screen TV and en-suite bathroom. The fifth bedroom is accessed via the patio and boasts a large private balcony, it has a king bed, kitchenette with microwave and coffee maker, a sofa bed that comfortably sleeps two additional guests, and en suite bathroom. 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. SOFA BED USAGE: If your group plans to use any of the two sofa beds in the third or fifth bedrooms, please advise us when booking or no later than 5 days before arrival so we can ensure they are properly prepared. Otherwise, while linens will be provided, the sofa beds will not be set up in advance. LOCATION Guánica Puerto Rico is definitely off the beaten path but that doesn’t mean there aren’t many things to do. Here are some of our favorites: Kayak to Gilligan’s Island. It is 10 minutes away and is gorgeous. We recommend leaving before 10 am before the wind picks up. Kayaking to the island is against the wind, and the way back is with the wind. So if you leave early you can get there easily without fighting the wind. If the wind picks up while you are there, it will push you back to shore. Hike or mountain bike the Bosque Seco de Guanica trail. The Bosque Seco de Guanica is a state park that is unique in the United States. The dry forest, beaches, and cliffs you will find are very picturesque. We recommend doing this early in the morning before it gets too hot. Check out the bioluminescent water from the public dock. This doesn’t happen all the time and you need a new moon (no moonlight). Head down to the dock when it gets dark and splash the water. If you are lucky, you’ll see some pretty cool bioluminescence. Do a day trip to Playa Santa, enjoy the beach, and have lunch at Umami. This white sand beach is a 15 minute drive away. It gets crowded on the weekend so this is an ideal activity for weekdays where you will have the beach almost to yourself. Umami is open for lunch and early dinner from Thursday to Sunday and they take reservations. Visit La Parguera for dinner and nightLife. One of our favorites is the Yacht Club at La Parguera for dinner and from there you can stroll downtown for live music, drinks and dancing. This is about 30 minutes away. Hit Copamarina Hotel for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is 5 minutes away from the property and a great option if you want nearby food and drinks. STARTER AMENITIES At Villa Pacifica, we strive to provide top-notch amenities, ensuring our guests feel at home during their stay. All properties come with freshly laundered bed linens and towels. We provide 2 bath towels per guest and 1 beach towel per guest. We provide a set of disposable essentials to help you get your vacation started comfortably. These include: - 1 set of hotel-size soap and shampoo (per bathroom) - 3 garbage bags - 1 roll of paper towels - 2 rolls of toilet paper (per bathroom) - 1 dish soap - 1 dish sponge Please note that we do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is the guest’s responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock any additional items needed for the duration of the stay. Most properties also include at least 2 beach chairs and an ice cooler. You may reach out to us 5 days before arrival for confirmation. HOUSE RULES RENTAL AGREEMENT: All bookings require a signed Short-Term Rental Agreement, which will be sent upon confirmation of your reservation. Guests must upload a valid photo ID (no selfies) that matches the name on the credit card used for the booking. The agreement must be signed within 48 hours of booking or prior to entering the property, whichever comes first. Check-in instructions will not be provided until the agreement is completed. NO SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. A $500 smoking fee will be charged if this rule is violated. NO PETS: While we are pet lovers, pets are not permitted at the property at any time. A $300 fine will be charged if this rule is violated, and guests may be asked to leave the property. QUIET HOURS: Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM. Please be mindful of noise during these hours out of respect for nearby residents/neighbors. UTILITIES (WATER & ELECTRICITY): In the event of an interruption to water or electrical service, the host is not responsible for hotel, alternate lodging, or transportation expenses. If service is interrupted for more than 3 hours, guests may cancel the reservation and request a refund for unused nights only. Nights already used are non-refundable. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY: The maximum occupancy is 16 adults/children at all times, including visitors. OCCUPANCY ENFORCEMENT: Occupancy limits are strictly enforced. Exceeding the maximum occupancy may result in immediate cancellation of the reservation or removal from the property without refund. WATER EQUIPMENT: Guests can use water equipment at their own risk and indemnify Mary Lee’s by the Sea and the owner from any accidents that may occur. Always wear life vests when kayaking. TOWELS & LINENS: Towels and linens are provided for normal use only. Please do not use them for cleaning or allow them to be stained with food, grease, or other substances. Charges may apply for damaged or stained items. TOWEL HANGING: Please do not hang towels or any other items to dry in areas visible from outside the unit. A $100 community fine may apply if this rule is violated. SUBLETTING: Subletting or re-renting the property is not permitted. CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT TIMES Check-in begins at 4:00 PM, and since this is a self-check-in unit, you can arrive anytime after that. If you’d like to check in earlier, please contact us the day before your arrival, and we’ll confirm availability. When possible, early check-in typically starts around 11:00 AM. Please note that early check-in is subject to availability and depends on our cleaning schedule. If you need a guaranteed early check-in, you will need to book from the night prior to ensure the property is ready upon your arrival. Check-out time is at 11:00 AM. For late check-out requests, please reach out the day before your departure, and we’ll be happy to check availability for you. TRAVEL INSURANCE / HURRICANE SEASON We strongly recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance, not only during the peak months of Hurricane Season (July to October) but also throughout the year to cover unexpected events such as travel delays, pandemics, or other unforeseen issues. Travel insurance is inexpensive and can reimburse travelers for most expenses associated with canceling travel outside of the cancellation window; however, coverage will depend on the policy purchased. Make sure to review and understand the options before purchase. DISCLAIMER: We are not associated with any travel insurance companies. INTERACTION WITH GUESTS We want your stay at Villa Pacifica to be smooth and enjoyable. You can message us anytime after booking with questions. Starting 5 days before arrival, your designated Property Manager will also be available to answer any additional questions you may have prior to arrival. You’ll get all the essential property information 48 hours before arrival, as well as the Property Manager’s direct contact, so you’ll have support when you need it - before, during, and after your stay.