Cayo Laurel | Beautiful tropical loft style apartment located in unique La Parguera, Lajas

Cayo Laurel is a beautiful two-level loft-style apartment located in La Parguera, PR. where you can find nice restaurants, bars, boat rentals, and unique water tours. This 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment accommodates up to 6 guests. Cayo Laurel is centrally located right on the “Plaza” where there is live music on weekends, close to bars, restaurants, bakeries, supermarkets, Bio-Bay Tours, Scuba tours, and nightlife. This traditional La Parguera apartment is accompanied by wooden floors that creak with rustic charm. This apartment is overlooking the street – guests will hear some noise at night from Friday to Saturday and that is part of the charm! Please know as you get closer to La Parguera you might encounter smaller/narrow roads, through some towns.

LIVING AREAS:

Cayo Laurel has an open space layout. The dining and kitchen areas are alongside the living area. 

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS:

Cayo Laurel is a 2 bedroom apartment with 1 queen-size bed and 2 full-size beds. The bedrooms are divided into two areas. Once you enter the property you are greeted with the dining area, kitchen & a full-size bed that is accessible with wooden stairs. As you go through the kitchen there is a door that leads to the additional beds. Once you open the door you have a queen-size bed and bathroom with a standing shower on your left side. The additional full bed is located above the queen bed; on the mezzanine level. Both bedrooms feature full A/C.

KITCHEN:

Cayo Laurel has a rustic vintage-style kitchen that is fully equipped for extended stays. Its unique indigo blue tiles definitely bring a unique charm to the property. The kitchen has a full-size fridge, stovetop, toaster, coffee maker, and microwave. It also has a convenient opening towards the living/dining room. There is AC in the kitchen and living area. 

LOCATION:

There are many things to do in La Parguera, Puerto Rico. This part of the island is best known for its great attractions, natural reserves, and its beauty in general. La Parguera is a nature-lovers paradise with ample opportunities for snorkeling, diving, hiking, birdwatching, biking, and so much more. Here are our top picks that you will enjoy during your stay:

1. Explore the large selection of local restaurants. Some of our favorites include Moon’s bar & tapas, La Casita Seafood, Brújula, El Turrumonte, Papo’s pinchos/Frituras Clara & many more.
2. La Parguera in Lajas is a phenomenal destination for all things nature-related. There are mangrove reserves, nature reserves, and a bioluminescent bay, all of which combine for wonderful snorkeling & SCUBA.
3. Experience the magic of the Bioluminescent Bays, there are two in La Parguera. Here you can snorkel or swim as the dinoflagellates light up around you.
4. “Malecón” or the boardwalk is great to visit during the weekends. Great place for food, drinks, music, laughter & shopping too. 
5. Visit La Parguera Nature Reserve is one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in Puerto Rico characterized by one of the most extensive and well-developed coral reefs on the island.
6. Kayaking and Paddleboarding are excellent ways to explore the mangrove channels of La Parguera Nature Reserve.  The waters are calm along the mangroves, kayakers of all levels can enjoy the waters.

GETTING AROUND:

While this property *does not* include parking, renting a car is a must to get to/from La Parguera. Once settled in at Cayo Laurel, you will find everything that you will need a few steps away. At the town’s main square, you will find a lively atmosphere filled with food kiosks, live music, and beautiful views of the Caribbean Sea. Also, there are many activities within 15 minutes of driving distance and the roads are easy to navigate.

AMENITIES:

West Indies strives to deliver top-notch service and amenities to guarantee our guests feel at home while visiting our properties. All of our properties are outfitted with freshly laundered bed linens and towels. We provide 2 bath towels per guest and 1 beach/pool towel per guest. Our properties typically include at least 2 beach chairs and an ice cooler.

West Indies provides the disposable amenities necessary to get your vacation off to a comfortable start. These amenities include 1 set of hotel size soaps and shampoos per bathroom, 3 garbage bags, 1 roll of paper towel, 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 dish soap, and 1 dish sponge. We do not provide unlimited disposable amenities. It is your responsibility to review what is included in the property and stock with whatever else may be needed for the duration of your stay. 

HOUSE RULES:

• Check-in time is at 4:00 pm
• Check-out time is at 11:00 am
• NO SMOKING: Smoking is strictly prohibited. A smoking fee of $500 will be charged if violated.
• NO PETS: No pets are allowed at any time. A $300 fine will be charged if violated and you will be expelled from the property.
• The host will not pay for a hotel, vacation rental, or transportation expenses incurred because of an interruption in water or electrical service.  If water or electricity is interrupted for more than 3 hours, guests have the option of canceling their reservation and requesting a refund for the nights not used. Under no circumstances will we refund consumed nights.
• All bookings are contingent on signing a short-term rental agreement that will be sent via email. It must be signed within 48 hours of booking or before entering the property, whichever happens first.
• Maximum occupancy of 6 adults/children at all times. This includes visitors. 
• Max. occupancy is strictly enforced and exceeding it may result in immediate cancellation of booking or being expelled from the property.
• Towels and linens must only be used for their intended purpose. Do not stain them with food, grease, or any other substance. Do not use towels to clean up any mess. Stained towels/linens will be charged. 
• Subletting not allowed