Does Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms located?

Situated in Yabucoa, this golf holiday home is steps from Playa El Cocal and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Playa El Negro. Lucia Beach and Playa Punta Tuna are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Beach Villa Don Rafa with pool and 5-bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

12 Feb 2025

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Lovely, fun place to stay

Such a lovely place with nice grounds and a nice pool.

Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

15 Apr 2025

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Great home!

Our stay at Villa Don Rafa was absolutely amazing! The house was clean, well stocked, and plenty of room for everyone. We had two families that travel together, and the layout worked perfectly. Having the pool was amazing and the beach was a short walk. It was nice to drive to our activities, and return at the end of the day to the peaceful and quiet neighborhood. We hope to be back again someday.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

9 Feb 2025

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Fam

Sylvia was wonderful to work with- she was friendly, responsive, and accommodating throughout the planning and during our stay. The property is perfect, and for our family of 9 perfectly. The area is beautiful, and we plan to make this a regular vacation stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly Z.

22 Jan 2024

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Beautiful spot

Syvia could not have been more responsive and helpful. The location is beautiful and all of the outdoor spaces made the property seem even larger. We would definitely stay there again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer h.

20 Jul 2023

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Beautiful place

This house is absolutely beautiful! And the outdoor space was even more beautiful. We were lost and the owner was kind enough to meet us and guide us to the home. There was a total of 10 of us and we fit comfortably. House is clean. Would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

5 Apr 2025

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Please don’t take our week!

This was our second time here. Don Rafa is such a wonderful place for a family stay! There was ample space for 4 couples. Beds were comfortable and there were 2 en suite bathrooms. It’s the outdoor spaces that really make it so wonderful. We cooked outside a few times. There were so many places to hang out without being on top of one another. The beach is a quick 4 minute walk downhill (meaning the walk back is uphill). Pool floats, beach chairs and collapsible coolers were available. There were ample bath towels and beach towels for everyone. Each bathroom had shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. Cooking basics were provided. Everything we needed was there for a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

chiara g.

1 Apr 2024

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Amazing staying

If I could give 10 stars I would! The location is impossible to beat (3 minutes walking from a private, gorgeous beach), the house (beautiful) has EVERYTHING you can ask for, and IF what you are looking is not there, Carlos and Sylvia will make sure to get it for you. They are extremely helpful and accommodating. They gave us recommendation on tours, places where to eat and answered all our questions. Definitely one of the best stay ever!

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eunyoung o.

7 Feb 2025

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Great place in a quiet neighborhood with beach minutes away

Beautiful home. It was nice to have a separate guesthouse. It provided some privacy with our group of 8. Pool is very nice and there is lots of yardspace, which is landscaped beautifully. Sylvia was great and super responsive. Anything we needed, there was an answer within minutes. There is a private beach minutes away which is gorgeous. They say the water was a bit rough but it seemed fine for us. Either way there is a kind of natural pool that is protected by rocks. Restaurants were about 10-15 minutes away by car as well as the grocery store. My family loved this place.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

4 Feb 2024

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Great 12 year trip for granddaughter

Charming home that offered us privacy for two couples and one 12 (going on 15) year old. Gorgeous plants surround the garden area and the pool is right outside the door. We loved the quiet gazebo in the middle of the property that gave shade on a hot day and the upper deck with a stunning view of the ocean. The feral cats and chickens became friends. The property had everything we needed for a great week.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darlene T.

30 Mar 2024

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fabulous villa

we absolutely loved the property.the outdoor space is wonderful.i especially loved the outdoor kitchen with 2 types of grills.sitting outside in any one of the patios with the ocean breeze was a dream.great space for the whole family.the kitchen has eveything you need to get started.villa was very clean and well maintained.only had one small issue,the master bed was really uncomfortable it seems to have 'dips' and leans to one side. everything else was perfect! i would 100% stay there again.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica L.

8 Jun 2024

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Hillside beach home with tropical vibes

The large property was a perfect fit for our group of nine people. The smaller 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment on the property was very comfortable and gave our family privacy. Both houses were very clean and decorated beautifully. Outdoor kitchen was convenient and we used outdoor seating. Pool felt refreshing and we spent several days enjoying it along with the lush plants and flowers on the property. Sylvia was available and responded quickly to any concerns. Sylvia provided recommendations on local restaurants, trips, and activities.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mendy D.

15 Jan 2025

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Amazing Vacation with the perfect house

This house is amazing. Very clean and full of the Supplies you need to have a comfortablestay. Sylvia was amazing!! Always veryquick to respond and helpful. The beach is just a short walk from the house and beautiful. But the backyard of this house is so amazing it is hard to leave the comfort of home. We were there with a family of 7 adults and had plenty of space and comfort for everyone. Sylvia gave us a recommendation of a private chefto come to the house and prepare a meal. Juan Carlos was amazing. The meal was perfect and incredibly delicious. All 7 of us agree that this experience was the highlight of our trip. It was my son’s birthday and Jan Carlos was more than willing to prepare a cake for our celebration. I can not recommend enough to take advantage of this opportunity. It was a perfect way to indulge in an authentic Puerto Rican meal. Sylvia was so kind to provide me with a birthday banner, candles and birthday napkins. This house is perfect for making special memories to cherish. meal .

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

12 Mar 2024

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Family w/ adult children

What a phenomenal experience! Communication began the moment we booked. Check-in process was easy even though we arrived late in San Juan. The home is as described. We found it to be comfortable and well decorated. Ample bath and pool towels were provided as well as toiletries. We found everything we needed to prepare meals: pots, pans, utensils and plenty of dishes for our party of 8. There’s also a toaster, coffee maker, & blender. The dining table seats 6, but there is room for 2 at the bar- there’s also plenty of seating outside to eat. I think there were tvs in each room, but who knows, we didn’t watch it; there was too much to be done with family on this wonderful island. The property is amazing! There are so many outdoor spaces to just “be”. Want to play a game in the pool- you can! There’s a floating table! We never felt like we were on top of each other and had ample space. The walk to the beach is a little tough on the way back as it is all uphill, but the refreshing shower once you re-enter the property makes you forget it all. The beach itself is not very busy. Most times there were only a few others down there with us. We had a few very minor issues- portable speaker not charging, hot water, smoke alarm beeping- all taken care of immediately! We have been to Puerto Rico a few times and this was the family’s favorite! We hope to be back in the future :)

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Brian C.

5 Jul 2024

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Villa Don Rafa

Positives: The location is private (gated entry) and the community is quiet. Short distance to the beach which is also private (key fob needed) the surrounding area has very little to offer other than a few kiosks with ok food and drink. The beach was very nice. Quiet side for kids where a rock outcrop protects the shore line and a more traditional beach where the sand was nice and the waves were not that rough. Only for experienced swimmers. Very few people on the beach. The house had a well equipped kitchen and sufficient beach equipment, but two of the beach chairs provided were broken. Plenty of chairs outside to lounge by the pool or on the balcony. The billiards table was covered and out of the sun but lining up shots could be difficult with the possibility of slipping off the patio. Outdoor kitchen had two grills and a gas range with refrigerator. Owner was responsive. Negatives: I want to preface that not all the negatives are the fault of the owner. We lost power a total of three times in 6 days. Not weather related. We did have a generator but it ran out of fuel once and failed to start another time. Hard to sleep while running. All activities are minimum 45-60min Drive. The pool was only about 3-4 feet deep. Pool filter was not working properly. Local grocery is far 20-40 mins depending where. Stray cats at house daily 24/7. Stray dogs on beach. Lacks a living room/common area other than dining room table. We had 8 stay here and it felt a bit small. Grade:3.5stars

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda E.

6 Jul 2025

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Relaxing

We stayed for family trip and the hostess Sylvia was awesome, she went above and beyond to accommodate our needs and requests.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn C.

24 Jul 2024

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Family Vacation

Three generations together. My grandchildren met their ‘bisabuela’, my mom for the first time. Priceless moments celebrated in a beautiful home. Rental is just as described. Sylvia & Andrea exceed expectations as hosts.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

4 Mar 2023

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Wonderful place

This property is fantastic. Sylvia and Carlos have done a wonderful job. The places are very clean, safe and spacious. The beach was great. My girls enjoyed the pool, the pool table and the beach. Nothing was overlooked.

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn A.

2 Apr 2022

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Great property!

The house/apartment combo worked really well for our two families (4 adults, 6 kids). The kids had their own space and spent so much time playing pool and in the pool that the adults got a relaxing vacation. In addition to the gorgeous property, we loved the location (short walk to the beach) and area. We enjoyed practicing Spanish at the local stores and restaurants. The property managers were wonderful, and the fresh mangoes they left were delicious and a nice touch.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

7 Jan 2023

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Wonderful!

We truly enjoyed our stay here - the property is spacious and beautiful, and the hosts are quick to respond and provide any assistance needed. They even left a delicious New Years Day cake for us upon check in! There is a grocery store and Walgreens within 10 min and easy day trips to San Juan, the rainforest and the bioluminescent bay. The beach is within walking distance (two minutes away), and never crowded. There is a little swimming area for kids as the waves can be rough for swimming, but lots of open each for splashing in the surf. We would highly recommend for families and groups!! What a wonderful place.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

3 Apr 2023

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Adult Family Trip

Property was awesome! Lived up to all expectations and more. More than enough space for 8 adults, both inside and out. Open aspect of the Kitchen and living area, to the size of the bedrooms. Separate apartment allowed for a little separation if needed. Outdoor space was great with the deck overlook- (especially for coffee in the AM) the pool ,and outdoor gathering areas. And a short walk to the beach gave great options. My wife and I, along with our 3 adult children and their significant others enjoyed the property tremendously. Thank You!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

18 Jan 2023

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Perfect Place off the Beaten Path

All of the reviews left so far are spot on. Our multi-generation family of 8 stayed in Villa Don Rafa and absolutely loved it. The hosts were very responsive to any questions or assistance we needed while onsite. The beach is less than a 0.25 mile walk (or drive) down the hill and we almost always had it all to ourselves. If you are a runner (I'm training for a marathon), get ready for some hill training. Although you can also do quarter mile loops and stay on a flat portion for the majority of your run. You will definitely need a vehicle to get around, but we also loved the time we spent just hanging out at the villa or beach. We would definitely book here again!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTOPHER Y.

28 Jul 2022

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Great Place! Quiet peaceful location

Property was exactly as described. Owners were very quick to answer any questions or concerns. We used the pool day & night and enjoyed mostly everything the property had to offer with no issues. We would happily stay again! Only thing I wish they had was a trash service or a golf cart on property for the trash becuase the property is on a steep hill. Cats will start to come if the trash is not taken out daily!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes M., Bayonne, NJ

24 Jul 2022

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Amazing Staycation!

House was everything stated on Vrbo. Sylvia was great, very attentive and helpful. I recommend this house to Family and friends looking to make life long memories!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hector A.

19 Jul 2022

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The property was amazing the host was so amazing so attentive so kind

Beautiful

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David C.

29 Jun 2022

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You should book here!

Great location and a great host. Would book here again for sure!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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