Looking for sunshine, beautiful beaches, exciting gastronomical variety and tropical nightlife? Escape to paradise in the gated resort community of Dorado del Mar! Immerse yourself in tropical surroundings in this solar powered Mediterranean Beach Villa. In 2022, I was recognized by Airbnb as the BEST SUPERHOST OF THE ENTIRE ISLAND. As Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory, no passport is needed. It's just 4 hours from New York, 2 1/2 from Orlando, and 2 from Miami! The space COVID-19 UPDATE WE HAVE VERY STRICT CLEANING PROTOCOLS IN PLACE. WE USE PREMIUM DISINFECTANTS AND CLEANING PRODUCTS TO CLEAN THIS PROPERTY. I PERSONALLY SUPERVISE THE HIRED MAID SERVICES TO ENSURE THEY COMPLY WITH OUR CLEANING PROCEDURES. WE ARE NOT SKIMPING IN POOL CLEANING CHEMICALS. BE CAREFUL WITH PROPERTIES MANAGED BY SOMEONE WHO LIVES 3000 MILES AWAY THE HOUSE Looking for plenty of sunshine, beautiful beaches, exciting gastronomical variety and tropical nightlife? Search no further for your escape to paradise than Casa Playa Dorado, tucked along the gated resort community of Dorado del Mar! Immerse yourself in tropical surroundings in this solar powered Mediterranean Beach This charming and cozy house powered by solar panels and Tesla is perfect for your beach getaway. Upon entering the property, coastal decor immediately makes you feel in a beach atmosphere. The interior’s gorgeous hues of whites and blues harmoniously blend to create a seaside backdrop. For those nights you stay in, enjoy your favorite programming with the family room's streaming-ready 4K Smart TV Home Theater System or play table games like dominoes. Stay connected with friends and business with the property's whole home 3 Gbps Wi-Fi speeds. Relax and have a toast with your friends and family at your own very private pool. Complete with an outdoor terrace, BBQ, patio seating and surrounded by palm trees, the welcoming backyard is the perfect setting to unwind and soak up the Caribbean sunshine. The house includes a living room, kitchen, family room, 3 spacious bedrooms, and 2 1/2 bathrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped it includes a stove top, utensils, full tableware, glasses (water,wine,Margarita's) basic cookware, an oven, rice cooker, blender, coffee machine, microwave oven, toaster, refrigerator and freezer. The master bedroom has its own bathroom, TV, and a small workspace. Beach towels are provided, and the use of washers and dryers is free. The residence has 2 parkings in an open garage, and 2 more spaces are available in front of the house. A comprehensive welcome book (made by María!) offering recommendations for activities in Dorado and nearby towns are included in the residence. DORADO DEL MAR Casa Playa Dorado is situated in the gated resort community of Dorado del Mar. The resort grounds have two beaches, tennis courts, and a basketball court. The community also has a golf course (which is scheduled to reopen in 2020 after concluding with repairs from Hurricane María). Wide streets and well-kept sidewalks make it perfect for jogging. The house is strategically located near the main gate, three blocks from the tennis courts, and a 2-minute car ride from the nearest beaches. Soak up some sunshine, listen to the waves crashing, and enjoy beautiful sunsets in the two beaches that lie within the resort. The first, located right in front of Dorado del Mar, is lined with palm trees and protected by a natural reef. The second beach, located in the Embassy Suites, can be enjoyed free of charge (if you walk from a designated path). DORADO/THINGS TO DO Founded in 1842, the picturesque town of Dorado is emblematic of Puerto Rico’s cultural diversity. Its mixture of Spanish heritage and a presence of residents originating from the U.S. mainland brings vibrancy and dynamism to the community. Additionally, Dorado is widely regarded as one of the island’s prime beach towns. The lively public beach, Balneario Manuel Morales, is adjacent to Dorado del Mar's beach, and is less than 5 minutes by car from the main gate. You can rent a kayak and take it for a spin around the gorgeous blue waters. If you’re hungry, indulge delicious tropical drinks and famous local cuisine in beachside open-air kiosks and restaurants. The establishments near the beach are perfect spots to "chinchorrear", the local term for hanging out. Have a culinary experience by savoring Puerto Rican eats by the beach, such as fried fritters, fresh seafood, "mofongo", piña coladas, "alcapurrias", and "empanadillas". When going out for dinner, try the diverse cuisine Dorado has to offer. Just minutes away from the main gate lies a treasure trove of restaurants, bars, and outdoor establishments that cater to a variety of tastes. From traditional Puerto Rican dishes and Cuban-style food to Mexican cantinas, Chinese food, Sushi, food trucks, Spanish tapas, teppanyaki, bistros and refined Italian dining, Dorado’s vast culinary scene will satiate your desires. Dorado and other nearby towns are home to golf courses. (More information is provided in the home's welcome book) Additionally, if you’re looking to dance and sing to Caribbean rhythms (such as salsa and merengue), the Embassy Suites hotel frequently hosts live music on Fridays and Saturdays. DAY TRIPS: Go one day and enjoy the capitol city, San Juan. Wander through castles and cobblestone streets in one of the oldest cities of the Americas, Old San Juan (40 minutes away). ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Consistent with our philosophy of sustainability and self-sufficiency, the property boasts a solar-powered water heater, energy efficient inverter air conditioners, and a water cistern. The house has back up solar power to support you for a few hours in case the power grid is not functioning. The solar panels and batteries should run the house during the day in the event the grid is unable to provide power. At night, if you save energy the battery should give you power for a few hours. Please note, that is a benefit of our house as most short term rentals in PR and USA have no power back up systems. Other things to note I feel honored having received the recognition as Best Super Host of Puerto Rico. This means a lot to me, as Airbnb recognizes all the hard work hostesses do, and being the best in my country feels great.