Epic Mountaintop Jungle Hiking Retreat

Refugio Mountain Retreat is a one-of-a-kind off-grid mountain hideaway for families, friends and romantic getaways! Rejuvenate in mild temperatures during an unforgettable stay, including miles of private groomed hiking trails with 360 views; comfy beds; locally sourced coffee; open air spa treatments; seasonal tropical fruits, and mountain spring water. So much to do, or NOT do: read, nature watch, practice yoga, or visit some of Puerto Rico's best local rivers and waterfalls! The space The Epic Mountain Jungle Retreat is a combined listing of our two other "Guest Favorite" Airbnb listings. If you don't need room for 6-8 people, you can book either the Cottage - sleeps 5 (https://airbnb.com/h/refugio-mountain-cottage) or the Casita - sleeps 2 (https://airbnb.com/h/refugio-coffee-house) separately depending on availability. The "Cottage" and the "Casita" both located near the top of a mountain on an old coffee farm, with expansive views, fresh air, blue skies, pure mountain spring water, and an assortment of in-season tropical fruits. The Retreat sleep ups to 8 persons and is the perfect get-away for friends and families. The property encompasses 40 acres but is surrounded by hundreds of acres of pristine jungle and mountain ridges along with miles of hiking trails with some of the most scenic views in all of Puerto Rico.The property is also located within driving distance of spectacular river and waterfall locations like Cañon Blanco, Rio Tanama and Cueva del Arco, as well as the Taino ceremonial grounds in Utuado. THE COTTAGE The larger rental has two floors and can accommodate 5-6 people depending on configuration.. The upstairs features two spacious, charming queen bedrooms with very comfy beds, and a newly renovated bathroom (shower). The first floor includes a sitting area/living room, a dedicated workspace with a large desk, a comfortable convertible couch (to a bed), and a full kitchen stocked with everything you need to cook meals, including gas stove (4 burner), large toaster oven, microwave, instant pot, tea kettle, blender, coffee maker, baking dishes, large refrigerator with ice maker, etc. Just outside the kitchen door is a spacious covered porch with a coffee station, hammock, swinging chair, and a large dining table from which you can enjoy while dining or relaxing, the expansive views of the valley below and the tropical yard surrounded by herb gardens and banana trees. THE CASITA Located just nearby to the Cottage is the Casita which features a queen bed, a private bathroom with a window looking off a lovely jungle valley, a small desk, and a small kitchenette with everything you need to cook full meals: a microwave, induction burner, toaster oven, instant pot, blender, and an apartment-sized refrigerator. Additional space includes a covered rooftop terrace above the Casita for additional relaxation space and nature watching enjoyment, as well even more opportunities to take in panoramic views of the valley (and ocean) below, as well as our epic sunsets. The terrace includes a dinette table, a hammock, and comfortable furniture to lounge. Combined, the Cottage and Casita can accommodate up to 8 people with a configuration of 3 queen beds, one full size sleeper sofa, and a comfortable cot. There are two full bathrooms plus you'll have access to the outdoor shower and two additional toilets. There are many opportunities for sitting in nature on the lawn or on various patios. Be sure to utilize our luxurious relaxation and healing services in our new open-air spa overlooking a jungle ravine. We will send you a brochure of spa services (and one-of-a-kind excursion adventures) once you have booked your stay. Per guest comments, we recommend at least a 3-night stay to be able to fully enjoy all that this special property has to offer and we offer a 10% discount for 3 nights or more as well as a 15% weekly discount. Note: Your hosts will be sharing some of the same outdoor spaces as the Retreat and occasionally walking by your rental unit. If you are looking for absolute privacy with no hosts or staff on hand, please consider booking a different Airbnb location. As of January 2026, we are no longer allowing children under 8. While we love young families, we find the wear and tear to be too impactful on both indoor and outdoor spaces. Other things to note Our property is remote and ideally suited to guests who are looking to unplug, commune with nature, find spiritual and emotional healing (inquire about our many therapeutic services), and/or guests who also want to explore some of the nearby attractions, like the well-known Canyon Blanco, or Tanama River. There’s also the option of booking one of our guided experiences to a special off-the-beaten-path adventure. Our property includes several miles of epic self-guided hiking trails. In order to take full advantage of our property and surrounding attractions, we encourage guests to book 3 nights or more when possible. The town of Utuado is about 30 minutes away by car on a narrow, winding road and we are located at the end of a steep 1/2 mile dirt road. We will meet you at the start of our neighborhood and then we will transport you from a parking location near the start of our property to the house if you do not have AWD/4WD. When renting a car, it's helpful to at least have a car with front wheel drive. Once you are here though, you'll literally feel like you are in paradise! We are located about an hour and 45 minutes from either the San Juan airport or the Aguadilla airport and we are about one hour driving distance both Arecibo and Poncé. We can arrange airport transfers for a fee, either from the airport or to your next destination on the island.