Casa Ocean Breeze*180° Ocean Views*Eco-Friendly

Casa Ocean Breeze PR, one hour west from SJU airport, is a modern eco-friendly oceanview home in Arecibo, on the coast of the north shore. We host ONE group at a time so why stay in a cramped hotel room when you can s-p-r-e-a-d o-u-t! Our hillside home is on a quiet dead-end road just off main Hwy 2. All bedrooms have ocean views & are spaced apart - no shared walls! Great for couples*families w/ older kids*friends*work travel*stores*beaches*food nearby. *Sorry, NO kids under 10 years old* HOUSE OVERVIEW: Casa Ocean Breeze can accommodate up to six (6) adults and is spaciously laid out across 2,000+ square feet on 1 main level which includes 3 extra large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. Note this is a 2 family home on 3 floors. Your rental includes the ENTIRE TOP FLOOR. The lower 2 floors are not guest accessible. You will enjoy spacious living, kitchen, dining and bed rooms. Outside, there is free street parking, a pretty frontier lawn with a covered patio & 3 more panoramic (2 are covered) oceanview balconies, great for socializing or spending quiet time alone. The home is furnished with modern decor, light & bright furniture with tropical accents. ______________________________ MINIMUM AGE / BOOKING REQUIREMENTS: *NO kids under 10 years old, no exceptions *This includes infants *Primary renter must be at least 25 We intentionally do not permit young children under 10 years of age due to insurance requirements. We're sorry this home is not well-equipped/safe/furnished for young ones. ______________________________ Primary Renter: anyone 25+ Adults: anyone 18 and older Children: anyone 10-17 years old 0 months to age 9: does not meet our minimum age requirement _____________________________ *Please indicate the correct no. of adults and children in your booking message to avoid disappointment and confusion*Once you are ready to book, you confirm/consent that you have read our listing in its entirety and agree to ALL house rules. Your booking message should include the following info: * purpose of your visit * state your relationship with each guest (spouse, sibling, friend, in-law, etc) ______________________________ *** NO A/C OR TV IN THIS HOME *** We made an intentional decision to NOT provide air conditioning or smart TVs in the home. This helps keep monthly costs down and makes it possible to offer our guests more home and value at a lower nightly rate. If you and/or any member of your travel party feels that air conditioning is a necessity to have a more pleasant experience, this may not be the home for you. We much prefer that you choose another home where you will be completely comfortable. Please understand that we cannot provide air conditioning at this price point for a home of this size. We provide ceiling and floor fans throughout the house and plenty of fresh ocean breezes to keep you cool. Be mindful that some days are breezier than others and everyone’s heat tolerance is different. Generally, from November thru March, temperatures are cooler than the rest of the year and evenings may even get on the chilly side. ***Covid-19 Update*** There are Covid testing requirements you should research before booking your flights. The island's beaches are now fully open with social distancing measures in place. Restaurants, museums and other businesses are at 75% capacity. There is no curfew in effect at this time. Many attractions/tours may still be closed or may have long lines/wait-times. Island-wide, you will be expected to wear face masks in public. Many businesses take your temperature as an added entry requirement. Please fully research travel advisories online, check social media pages or call individual businesses/tour operators before booking your trip to manage your expectations. We want you to book with confidence. ***It is wise to pack plenty of masks!*** LOCATION: Casa Ocean Breeze is situated just behind Highway 2 in between Plaza Del Norte in Hatillo and Plaza Del Atlantico in Arecibo; both are major shopping malls along the island’s north shore in the heart of Arecibo’s busiest commercial area. You have quick and direct access to major roadways (no sketchy side streets to maneuver). Within 10 minutes drive or less, you’ll find Denny’s restaurant, Krispy Kreme, Burlingtons, Sam’s Club, Super Walmart, 2 movie theaters (Caribbean Cinemas), Home Depot, JC Penney, TJ Maxx, Cold Stone, supermarkets, bars, plenty of American fast food chains and endless local restaurant options offering Puerto Rican fare. Our closest swimming beach, Playa Sardinera is our personal favorite at just 10 mins away and always offers gentle waves and a truly local vibe. CONTACTLESS FLEXIBLE CHECK-IN: Our check-in process is 100% contact-less as we have always utilized a lock box for access. We offer a flexible check-in time. If you plan to check-in before 10am, you must book the night before so that the home will be 100% ready for your early arrival. We will continue to practice high standards of cleaning and sanitation, ensuring we follow CDC and Airbnb guidelines for best practices. In addition, we pay special attention to high touch areas and will provide some cleaning products to use during your stay for added peace of mind. We observe a minimum 72 hour gap between reservations. Off-Grid/Solar: Puerto Rico still experiences periodic power and water outages. Our guests do not need to worry about being stranded without power as we are now fully equipped with solar panels and Generac brand batteries. In the event of a rare water outage, we have TWO 600 gallon water tanks (cisterns) on site for added peace of mind which is supplied with 100% rainwater then filtered for your safe use and consumption. LIVING AREA: A beautiful set of glass and iron doors open to an oversized living room with a large comfortable sectional couch for you to curl up in after a long day of exploring! Or you can swing along with the steady ocean breezes from our comfy blue hanging hammock chair. From here, you might even spot an iguana or three catching some sun or munching on grass. At night, you might be really lucky to spot a coqui singing nearby. KITCHEN: You'll be prepared to make a delicious meal in the fully equipped kitchen loaded with glassware, utensils, pots/pans, and new appliances; gas stove/oven and above-the-range microwave, full sized fridge and small appliances like a toaster and blender. Grab some groceries at one of many nearby grocery stores (Econo, Super Walmart, Hatillo Kash N Karry) and your home cooked meal possibilities are endless. We also have a coffee/tea station with all the fixings. Under-cabinet lighting helps brighten the counters at night. DINING: The living area leads directly to the dining/kitchen areas thru a beautiful archway where your party can comfortably dine on a home cooked meal. The focal point in this room is of course, a direct view to the ocean with close proximity to the kitchen. The ceiling fan is a welcome feature on warmer days. Talk about dinner with a view! 3 BEDROOMS/2 BATHROOMS: Each bedroom is equipped with the following: - Name brand comfy mattresses with lightweight, breathable sheets, pillows and lightweight quilts - Remote controlled ceiling fan/light - Floor fan - Table lamp w/ USB outlets - Luggage rack - Hangers in full size empty closet w/ full length mirrors - Dedicated desk space with chair to rest your personal items or to get work done on your personal computer devices - Master bedroom has an en-suite master bathroom w/ jacuzzi-style tub and on-demand hot water shower heater - Guest bath is fully tiled w/ stand-up on-demand hot water shower heater - Plenty of bath and beach towels Starter Amenities/Laundry Facilities: We provide hammocks, rocking chairs, and general outdoor seating/tables for lounging outside, as well as everyday household items including a hair dryer, iron/ironing board, shampoo/conditioner, toilet paper and bath soap. We provide a starter selection of perishable kitchen/bath items commensurate with the length of your stay like a full bag of local coffee and one full roll of Bounty paper towels. You are responsible for purchasing items beyond what is provided at the start of your stay. On the front patio, you will find beach chairs, an umbrella, cooler, snorkels and floaties for the beach. We provide a sand-washing station on the front lawn for beach gear and clothing lines for bathing suits & towels. There is a laundry area in the lower level with a washing machine. Note that the laundry area is only available to guests that book a minimum of ten (10) nights. The dryer is NOT available for any guest use due to the high cost of electricity. Live like a local and hang your clothes out to dry! It’s eco-friendly :) On rainy days, you can lounge around, read a book on a hammock, settle into a rocking chair, play board games or cook a meal to enjoy with your travel party. Whatever your reason for visiting Puerto Rico, we're confident that our home will exceed your expectations. We knew it was the vacation home of our dreams the moment we stepped onto the balcony and gazed out to the Atlantic...