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Lake View Mountain Home w/Natural Pool, WiFi, Adventure and More (Sleeps 1-47)
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1 of 33Mist over the lake. Usually in the morning but not every day.
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7 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
47 guests
5 nights minimum
Holiday Rental House
We offer spectacular views, thrilling adventures & memorable experiences while surrounded by lush rain forest like conditions minutes from the Camuy Caves, Arecibo Observatory, coffee plantations, rivers & waterfalls-Easy to reach from San Juan/Ponce.The Sanctuary is a mountain home in a superbly lush area of Utuado overlooking Lago (Lake) Dos Bocas. We allow Pets as long as they don't eat or scratch our furniture:)! The home is very open with an amazing terrace overlooking a beautiful lake. Most guests rave about the mist that grows over the lake and between the mountains every morning as they watch that mist dissapear with the morning sun while drinking their morning coffee.
Everyone that stays here enjoys the seclusion and privacy that our property offers.
Large Groups Must Read T...We offer spectacular views, thrilling adventures & memorable experiences while surrounded by lush rain forest like conditions minutes from the Camuy Caves, Arecibo Observatory, coffee plantations, rivers & waterfalls-Easy to reach from San Juan/Ponce.The Sanctuary is a mountain home in a superbly lush area of Utuado overlooking Lago (Lake) Dos Bocas. We allow Pets as long as they don't eat or scratch our furniture:)! The home is very open with an amazing terrace overlooking a beautiful lake. Most guests rave about the mist that grows over the lake and between the mountains every morning as they watch that mist dissapear with the morning sun while drinking their morning coffee.
Everyone that stays here enjoys the seclusion and privacy that our property offers.
Large Groups Must Read This Before Booking:
UP Date as of August 1, 2018.
Main House (3 Bedroom/2 Bath-Sleeps 14):
Master Room- 1 queen bed, 2 twin beds (trundle style).
Room #2- 1 full bed, 1 twin bed, 1 good cot with springs.
Room #3- 1 full bed, 2 twin bed (trundle style).
Common Area: 2 nice hammock cots that can be moved anywhere in this large home.
Note: Large groups can save money and buy air beds and stay upstairs (no more than 20 guests) or you can rent rooms under the home.
Downstairs (3 Bedroom 1 Bath-Sleeps 16):
Room #5- 1 full bed, 1 twin bed, 1 good cot with springs.
Room #7- 4 twin beds (bunk bed style), 4 good cots with springs.
Room #8- 1 full bed, 2 twin beds (bunk bed style).
Note:
1. Each extra room downstairs is an extra $39 per night.
2. If your group can afford the complete downstairs and upstairs you'd have the complete guest house property to yourselves except that I have room #4 (separate studio apartment) for Cathy and I for now but we keep pretty private (working) unless you need or want to engage with us when you are here.
3. The downstairs area has its own kitchen area and 1 full shared bath.
4. You can request less than 3 rooms to use.
Private Campground (3 Bedroom 1 Bath-Sleeps 12):
Room #9- (12' x 10.5' x 9' Safari Tent). 1 full bed, 2 twin beds (bunk bed style).
Room #10- (12' x 10.5' x 9' Safari Tent). 1 full bed, 2 twin beds (bunk bed style).
Room #11- (12' x 10.5' x 9' Safari Tent). 2 good cots with springs, 2 twin beds (bunk bed style).
Notes:
1. This is a higher end campground experience and it's on the back side of our property. The campground guests do not use any part of the home. They can barely see the home.
Totals:
Guest Home: 8 beds /3 cots
Downstairs: 3 beds/6 bunks/5 cots
Campground: 2 beds/6 bunks/2 cots
35 beds, 9 rooms, 4 baths (sleeps 42)
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Additional Space (Available only for corporate groups. This is my apartment when I stay here) but I will happily rent it to large groups that pay well):
Room # 4 (Studio Apartment w/attached private bath). 1 full bed, 1 twin, 1 good cot with springs .
Totals:
Guest Home: 8 beds /3 cots
Downstairs: 3 beds/6 bunks/5 cots
Campground: 2 beds/6 bunks/2 cots
Studio Apt.: 2 beds/1 cots
38 beds, 10 rooms, 5 baths (sleeps 46)
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Very Important Notes:
-THE POSTED PRICE IS FOR THE GUEST HOME ONLY.
-THE STUDIO APARTMENT, BEDROOM 5,7 & 8 AND THE CAMPGROUND HAVE EXTRA COSTS ATTACHED TO THEM.
- This is a higher end campground experience and it's on the back side of our property. The campground guests do not use any part of the home. They can barely see the home.
Please read carefully and inquire for an accurate quote.
The kennels are available for pets. Pets are charged as a person.
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-No parties, events &/or unregistered guests allowed. No Visitas o Eventos.
-Do not smoke anywhere inside or near the home.
-We lock rooms that are not going to be used by your group. If your home has a washer, you can use it if your stay is above 5 days.
-I encourage you NOT to book with us if you are not lovely, clean, honest & respectable.
-Utility outages are not common but we will not provide any refunds for not having a utility for a few hours if it's not our fault.
-Pets pay
I came to PR on a humanitarian trip with a group as the Marketing Director of the non profit. Our leader chose this home and I couldn’t be happier. It was at a great price, the perfect location and the hosts were amazing. It was...More
Our hosts, Adam and Cathy were such warm and incredible people. They took the time to help us with our humanitarian activities and cooked amazing meals.
The home was simply incredible with breathtaking views and rooms, all immaculate and very comfortable.
I never want to...More
We were drawn in by the pictures of the view and the hosts efficiency in responding to our questions before booking.
My husband and I enjoyed the main home so much. The view is one of the best views I've seen in my world travels...More
Date of stay: October 2018
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adam g, VR Owner at Lake View Mountain Home w/Natural Pool, WiFi, Adventure and More (Sleeps 1-47), responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2018
"We are honored that your trusted us to host your group at our home in Utuado. Hope to have you back soon! Adam, Cathy & Kat"
The Sanctuary is a beautiful home away from home. Spacious and clean home with plenty of amenities to make our stay enjoyable. WIFI, tv’s full kitchen with a range of appliances, beautiful views, and a tranquil environment. This place is more than I expected, and...More
Date of stay: April 2018
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adam g, VR Owner at Lake View Mountain Home w/Natural Pool, WiFi, Adventure and More (Sleeps 1-47), responded to this reviewResponded 4 May 2018
We are honored that your trusted us to host your group at our home in Utuado.
Hope to have you back soon!
Adam, Cathy & Kat
We loved our stay at the Santuary. It was incredibly peaceful and quiet. The house is big, was very clean and well equipped. The internet was quick and reliable which was important as I had to do some work from there. The views from patio...More
We actually had to back out due to unforseen circumstances less than 24 hours after booking and Adam was very good about working with us and responding to our emails to get us our refund. We would definitely recommend his vacation rentals! Thank you Adam!
It has been a rushed and hectic few weeks since returning to the bustle of Chicago, but still my mind drifts back to the relaxed pace and beauty of this secluded Sanctuary. Even this morning driving to work watching a dark cloudy storm front approach...More
wonderful Place, when you can enjoy the mountains, and fresh air. Amazing view of the 'Dos Bocas Lake", tranquility area, spacious house, comfortable Beth rooms, flowers everywhere!!! I highly recommend it.
thank you Adam...
I wanted an escape in the mountains and this property exceeded our expectations. The privacy and serenity are beyond compare.
Adam and his team were awesome and all of the information they sent me helped us put together a great vacation, you have to do...More
Date of stay: August 2015
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Management response:Responded 27 November 2015
We are honored to host you and yours and hope to see you again!
Adam, Cathy & Kat
Our neighborhood is just that; A community of people coming together looking out for one another, and very open to welcoming travelers from all around the world. Many of the locals that you’ll meet in this this area don’t travel much, so it is just as exciting for them to meet you as it is for you to meet them. Everyone I know is very giving, loving, genuine and humble, which is one of the many things that makes you fall in love with our beautiful island. I grew up in these lovely mountains with these amazing people, and It’s an honor and a privilege for us to share this part of the Island with you.
Getting around
You will need to rent a car as there is no public transit up in the mountains. Once you book with us, Katryel sends you a welcome letter w/ written directions, GPS coordinates and extras. The extras is a long list of many things to do in and around the area including local spots to enjoy. All of the roads are paved so any car is fine. Since Hurricane Maria, you have to be a bit more careful going up the mountain from the main town. Its a short 12 minute drive and the roads are accessible.