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Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!

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The Caribbean Ocean is your “front yard”!...
Newly remodeled
Open terrace downstairs
Bar and "happy hour" area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Culebra
  • Place, Playa Melones
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta Melones
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Culebra Ferry Terminal
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!

Beautiful wooden cabin right on the beach! Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets right on the water. Have your morning coffee with your toes on the sand and gorgeous views of Vieques and Luis Peña islands! The house sits right next to the Marine Biological Reserve. The best snorkeling in Culebra right at your front door! Only about a 10 minute walk from town!

Air conditioned. It has 2 rooms with queen size beds, 1 room with 2 dbl bunk beds. Nice L shape balcony upstairs with views of the beach. The kitchen and the bathroom are located downstairs along an open/airy terrace were you can lounge on the many hammocks available to snooze the afternoon away!.

Two showers available (1 hot water, 1 outside shower). Cottage comes with linens, regular towels (sorry no beach towels!), kitchenware, micro, blender, ice chests, lounge chairs on beach, hammocks. The owner will be more than happy to receive and welcome you into his house and to make your stay an unforgettable one! We know you will be back to our beautiful hidden getaway!!!

Suitability - NO SMOKING in premises, perfect for a large family, two small families or 2-3 couples looking for an adventure getaway, NO PETS!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Strict enforcement...wooden house, nature reserve

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
On-site 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 614965

About the area

Culebra

Located in Culebra, this cottage is on the beach. Culebrita Lighthouse is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Flamenco Beach and Culebra National Wildlife Reserve. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Culebra

What's nearby

  • Playa Melones - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Punta Melones - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Culebra Ferry Terminal - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Flamenco Beach - 9 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Playa Tampico - 9 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Culebra (CPX-Benjamin Rivera Noriega) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mamacita's Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blac Flamingo Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culebra Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dinghy Dock Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Cocina Del Navegante - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!! on 1 May 2026 start from AU$460, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Beach! Best snorkeling in Culebra!!! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Culebra cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Punta Melones and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Flamenco Beach. Playa Melones and Culebra Ferry Terminal are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 101 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 101 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tulio’s house was absolutely perfect. The hammock lounging, beach access and proximity to town made our stay very enjoyable. The house had everything we needed for a week in Culebra and Tulio was a great host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

karen c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and the private beach were incredible. Very private and the outdoor kitchen/living area was very pleasant to use -- wonderful place to hang out. It's a special place. The only thing to be aware of is that you must go on outside stairs to reach the one bathroom from the bedrooms, so it might not work for all groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is fantastic, can't beat waking up to the sound of the waves and relaxing in the hammocks at night. Wonderful snorkeling on secluded beach, comfy beds, all the basic needs, and host is fantastic. We would definitely stay here again, a special place!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith Miller C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tulio is a very attentive and personable host. We really enjoyed our stay at the Yellow House, having morning coffee on our own beachfront, with a view of the boats and across to Vieques. The kitchen was well equipped and easy to work in. We snorkeled right out front as well as just down the road, so close. The access to get in and out of the water was convenient and fairly easy to accomplish. The house is in a great area, near the town but it feels very private and isolated. Being so low, the dirt road did flood when we got a couple days of heavy rain, but Tulio was right on it, and worked on getting things back to normal quickly. We were glad to have rented a Jeep. Bring bug spray (being so close to the water does have a tradeoff!) I would certainly recommend the Yellow House for a family vacation. Very peaceful, just what we needed!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay. . . Departed reluctantly.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Beach Bungalow

We stayed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Loved the private beach and snorkeling out front!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

janet c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wish we could have stayed longer !

What an amazing location, private beach, close to everything but still feel secluded. You can hear the waves while rocking on the hammocks. Very relaxing, clean with adequate space. And our daily visit from a tall bird lol
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful stay

This is the second time we've come to stay at this property, the location right by the beach is wonderful & the outdoor kitchen/hammock space makes it where you never really have to hang out inside (unless you want to). Home is secluded enough for privacy but still a few minutes walk from food, grocery, rentals, etc. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stop on our honeymoon!

The property was beautiful, the host was very responsive and helpful. The snorkeling was great and accessible by foot!! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

This property was located a very short walk from Culebra’s best snorkeling spot. Great views and great outdoor seating. The owner was great about communicating and happy to share local knowledge!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay and excellent host.

A refuge from the hustle and bustle of life in the city. A calm, relaxing beach house steps away from the ocean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Loved the house and the location!! Tulio was very attentive and accessible.

Very private and beautiful. Definitely will go back !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zina D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hammock haven

Sweet place in a quiet, private location, but close to everything. Host was great, place was clean and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great beach house with snorkeling

We loved the location and eclectic cottage at Melones Beach! As advertised, short walk to one of the best snorkeling spots on the island and 10 minute stroll into town. Host was responsive and helpful and had clear, informative instructions about the property!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Place!

Everything about our stay at the yellow house was great. It's exactly as described. If you want a very private, relaxed and authentic experience while on Culebra this is the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable for 5 adults

We loved the open air living and the hammocks. It was lovely to take our coffee down to the water to look out over the ocean in the mornings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house

Fantastic trip. The location was incredible. Loved the house. This was our second trip to Culebra. We would come back and stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Picture Perfect and so relaxing

Hated leaving It was as perfect as it could be! I have reset and relaxed Cannot wait to come back
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of heaven!

We will be back!! The beauty and serenity we found at Tulio's place was exactly what we were in search of. Living so close to nature whilst safe & secure in the comfort of the yellow beach house. My husband took no part in the planning.....it was all on me. He was elated with the results. We explored the island… We bashed in the privacy of our own little beach. We can't thank you enough. I highly recommend.!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walk to town and Melones Beach

The cabin is rustic but comfortable. The snorkeling at nearby Melones Beach is really spectacular. In the evenings we closed up the upstairs and turned on the air conditioners to keep the bugs out.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVE LOVE LOVE

We had the BEST time ever. The house was exactly as shown. It was perfect for the four of us. Super close to town, and the beach is literally right there!! Tulio is a fantastic host. He met us at the ferry to make sure we knew where to go. How cool was that?? Highly recommend booking with Tulio. You won’t be sorry!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible in every way!

This space was absolutely perfect for our family vacation. Traveling with two little kids can be a challenge, but thanks to Tulio’s incredible hospitality, our visit to Culebra was comfortable and easy. Tulio not only provided a pack and play and bug net for our infant, but even came to the house to help set it up and offered for us to bring those with us when we left the house. What a difference this made!! The space was beautiful, check in and out a breeze, and all of it left us wanting to return again. Thank you for a wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noelani S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Hideaway that's close to everything!

Tulio's place is lovely. Clean and airy. The upstairs has a view to the ocean, which is literally steps away from your home. Tulio was incredibly helpful, with all sorts of great resources. Rent a Jeep if you plan to go to all of the beaches (and you should). Every beach is beautiful and different - same for the snorkeling and rock scrambling. We were there in off season, so not a lot open during the week, but enough restaurants and grocery stores to sustain us. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Really nice location and so peaceful. It’s rustic but with all the necessities we needed. Hot shower, toaster oven, hammocks galore! Our kids were entertained with hermit crabs, chickens, iguanas, and some sweet shy snakes. The beach access and short walk to town for groceries or a meal out was a treat. Good to rent a vehicle (golf cart) to get to further away sandy beaches. Tulio was a text away for any questions and his place was clean and just we wanted in a getaway. Internet is there but we also didn’t use it much! Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tulio Ortiz

Host profile image
I grew up in San Juan but spent all of my Summers, X-mas breaks, Easter vacations, and holiday weekends living in Culebra with my grandparents and family. Joined the USNavy for 5 years at the age of 19. I graduated from Loyola University in New Orleans and after 12 years of living in the US mainland returned to PR. I have three beautiful children.

Why they chose this property

My family has lived in Culebra since 1886. Back then, Culebra was pretty much developed as an agricultural project by the Spanish Crown. My great great grandfather came over from Spain and became owner of some land, bought some more, and the rest is history. Sardinera beach II (Melones we call it!) has been owned and loved by my family and friends forever. Come share it with us for a while!

What makes this property unique

From the moment you disembark or fly into the island you will fall in love with it. It's hard to describe but, if you ask anyone that has been to Culebra and they will tell you. The moment you get off the main road into the access road you will feel transported into a different world. Pass the tunnel of acacia trees and at the end you will see the yellow house sitting in the sunshine. A nice open area downstairs filled with brightly colored hammocks invites you in! But what really catches you eye and ears is the view and the sound of the ocean right in front of you. Lots of trees run along the beachfront. They provide a nice shade for when the Caribbean sun gets a little too frisky. Pass the trees and on the edge of the water, you'll see the island of Vieques in the distance. The small waves that run along the top of the reef in front of the house come towards you to die at your feet! If it's late in the afternoon you can just have a seat on the sand and enjoy one of the most spectacular sunsets you will ever see! Make sure you have a 'sundowner' in hand. Want to eat out? Town is just a 8 min walk away. Want to snorkel in the Biological Reserve? Walk 20 steps into the water,
swim to the right, and you are there! Want to go to world famous Flamenco beach, Soni beach, Tamarindo, Carlos Rosario? Take the public transport or better yet, rent a golf cart or 4x4 and go exploring. Want to go to Tortuga beach in the island of Culebrita, or Luis Peña? Want to go diving? We'll arranged it for you! Come on down and enjoy!

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English, Spanish
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