May 1, 2008
From May through November, villas in the Caribbean rent for so very little as to enable large families to enjoy the lowest-cost vacation imaginable
I've referred to the international real estate agent called Rentalo.com too often in recent posts, and this will be the last time for a long while. But currently, it is listing the availability for rent of large Caribbean villas at prices so low that they open up fascinating vacation opportunities for large families or small groups. I have printed below the verbatim descriptions by Rentalo.com of several available rentals, and ask you to note that some of these are beachside villas or swimming-pool-equipped villas, and one comes with a cook/housekeeper -- all for as little as $770 a week:
Villa del Sol, Dominican Republic: $770 per weekWrite and read comments about this post.
A gorgeous villa in Cofresi, which has the best beach on the North Coast, is just 13 miles from the Puerto Plata airport. Included in the rental are the services of a cook/maid/housekeeper, who will prepare meals and teach the kids some Spanish. The house has four bedrooms, three baths and sleeps eight. The beautiful rooftop galleria is the center of life from breakfast to drinks at sunset time. And the picture-book beach, 100 yards away, is a palm-lined, horseshoe-shaped cove that's almost a mile long. The amazing price, from May 1 to August 31, is only $770 a week for four people, plus $15 per person per night for additional people, plus 13% tax.
Chez Nous Villa, Jamaica: $900 per week
This cozy villa is located in Montego Bay's Ironshore villa community, conveniently near the airport, beaches, golf courses, restaurants and nightlife. Included in the rental is an attentive staff of two who ensure guests' comfort. The master bedroom has a.king-sized bed and private bath; the other bedrooms each have twin-sized beds and share a bath. All are fully air-conditioned. A beautiful swimming pool is surrounded by a garden full of fruit trees and tropical flowers. Hiking, golf, tennis, fishing and horseback riding are just some of the nearby activities. The price for six people is $900 a week from May to November.
Hacienda Margarita, Puerto Rico: $1,200 per week
With four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, this luxurious Puerto Rico vacation rental sleeps 10, welcomes children and is perfect for a big family. Located in a gated and secure community with beautiful homes, a swimming pool and tennis courts, it is near the spectacular palm-lined Luquillo Beach and has a fabulous view of the Caribbean Sea and the famous El Yunque Rain Forest. It is also close to golf courses and shopping and close enough to go sightseeing for the day in Old San Juan. From July 1 to November 30, the weekly rent is $1,200.
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