You’re not alone if you’re asking yourself… “Is Thanksgiving celebrated in Puerto Rico?” As a U.S. territory, Thanksgiving is indeed a well-celebrated holiday throughout the island, but with a slight island twist to the menu, of course. A traditional Puerto Rican Thanksgiving menu most often includes Mofongo stuffing, Arroz con Gandules (rice with pigeon peas),…
There is something magical about the crystalline sands of Maria’s Beach. While the surf can be rough for swimming, when the waves are gentle there is nothing that can be compared to standing in the water and feeling the ocean surround you. In the distance, you can see the shadowy, misty figure of Desecheo Island…
Whether you’ve had a long day of riding the waves at Maria’s Beach, spent hours perfecting your tan under the hot Puerto Rican sun or have been sauntering the streets of Rincón stopping at the shops along your way, eventually the time will come when you need to take a few moments for yourself, sit…
Regardless of where your travels take you on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico, you would be remiss to overlook at least a day trip to the capital of San Juan. This stunning and historic city offers history, shopping, entertainment, dining, beaches and endless views of the city skyline and the ocean. Whatever your interests…
Many people who stay in Rincón fly into the airport in Aguadilla. The Rafael Hernández Airport is located only 45 minutes from Maria’s Beach, making it the airport of choice when visiting the west side of the island. While in Aguadilla, why not take in some of the sights the city has to offer? Here…
Service learning is the marriage of educational learning objectives with community service, the final outcome being one that assists in the meeting of societal needs. Progressive schools and communities have been collaborating on developing service learning opportunities for several years and have experienced great success with well designed and implemented programs. With an ever-growing emphasis…
At some point along life’s journey, each of us finds ourselves in a situation where we need the assistance of others. Whether it be mental, emotional, physical, financial or otherwise, the need for assistance, and our often reluctance to admit, seek or accept that help, is a common thread that we all share. In many…
If you’re planning a day trip to San Juan during your stay at Maria’s, there are many sights you won’t want to miss. Old San Juan will provide you with a number of visual delights, from the incredible architecture and vibrant street art, to the centuries-old fortresses that stand overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. And, while…
No matter where you travel in Puerto Rico, it’s likely that you’ll see beautiful art that has taken to the streets. Colorful murals adorn walls, buildings, even stairways. Some of the art depicts Puerto Rico’s rich history, while other art is simply meant to beautify and revitalize areas. Still a third, and emerging, part of…
When you visit Puerto Rico, one thing you may not be prepared for is the wildlife you’ll encounter. Just as likely as it is in the United States to witness squirrels scurrying across lawns and in the park, in Puerto Rico you’ll probably see iguanas doing much the same thing. At first it can seem…
There’s probably nothing more relaxing than a day at the beach – especially when that beach is located on an island paradise! If you’ve been thinking about taking a trip to Puerto Rico, you should know the Rincón area is full of beautiful beaches that are sure to suit anyone. In fact, there are more…
As a resident of the island of Puerto Rico, you know the island is a beautiful tropical paradise from coast to coast. But if you and your family are in the mood for a relaxing getaway, why not consider Rincón? When you choose Rincón for your staycation destination, you’ll find that the people living there…
Many people come to Rincón, Puerto Rico for the beaches here. In fact, the beaches in Rincón are among the best in the world for surfing. Maria’s Beach, where our beautiful villa is located, is world-renowned for surfing. ABC’s Wide World of Sports covered the 1968 World Surfing Championship there, marking the first time a…
If you’re planning a vacation in Rincón, Puerto Rico, you’re sure to find many interesting adventures awaiting you. Our island is rich in culture, history and natural beauty, and as we’ve mentioned before, visiting places of interest is as easy as going for a drive. There is so much to see just by taking a…
Did you know that most of the Caribbean music heard in the continental United States hails from Puerto Rico? Much of the traditional music of the island comes from the Taíno people, and the most recognizable instrument that can be attributed to them is the guiro, which is a hollowed out, notched gourd. Puerto Rican…
When you think of where your coffee comes from, you probably envision places like Mexico, Colombia or even maybe Hawaii. But did you know that Puerto Rico is also a large coffee-growing area? The National Coffee Association, or NCA, shares some interesting information on Puerto Rican bean, and how it’s making a comeback. According to…
When you’re planning a Puerto Rican vacation, you probably have a few choice destinations in mind. Puerto Rico is rich in history, and there are many amazing sights to see during your visit, both man-made and natural. When you stay with us at Maria’s, of course you’ll enjoy beautiful beaches and all the amenities you…
Have you been thinking about going on a second honeymoon to celebrate a milestone anniversary? Many people consider it, but sometimes life responsibilities make it difficult. What if you could take a sensational second honeymoon somewhere with private beach access, hot tubs, a swimming pool, and amazing sunset views of the ocean – but you…
If you and your sweetheart are planning an island getaway this Valentine’s Day, you should know there’s no shortage of romantic adventures in Rincón, Puerto Rico. Simply relaxing with your love in a tropical paradise can give you some special bonding time, but taking in all that the island has to offer can provide you…
One of the perks of going on an island vacation is trying the many fun, delicious new flavors the area has to offer. When visiting Puerto Rico, you can expect that a lot of the cocktails you might enjoy on the island contain rum. In fact, the island’s chief export is rum, and there are…
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Last updated 6/15/2023
My husband and I had our wedding and reception at Maria’s. We rented the property for three days/nights. We wanted to make our destination wedding as accessible as possible for our family and friends. Maria’s was the perfect place. Twelve of our closest friends and family shared the house. I was so impressed that Maria’s had everything we needed, even little things like laundry detergent.
We had our wedding on the beach and our reception on the property. It was perfect.
Maris’s Luxury Ocean front Vacation rental is exactly that! The house is amazing and beautiful. The location is perfect right on the doorstep to the beach and the pool is awesome along with the two hot tubs! You can walk to Calypso bar and have a cocktail or grab some delicious fish Tacos from Jack’s Shack. We loved sitting on the balcony watching the sun set or enjoying the surfers. Elizabeth and the staff at Maria’s where very accommodating and responsive. The house has everything you will need to have the vacation of a lifetime. All 19 of us enjoyed our time in paradise and we didn’t want the week to end but can’t wait until we return! Thank you to Maria’s for a wonderful family vacation!
We had a wonderful stay at Maria’s. The facility and grounds are perfect on a beautiful beach setting. All the amenities were as described. Christine was wonderful. We highly recommend the place.
We recently traveled to this site for the wedding of our daughter. We shared the facility with our family and the groom’s family. The rental has two separate entrances with a shared pool and beach area. It is spacious, well insulated, and beautiful. I highly recommend the location, facility and the weather in this beautiful surfing town.
Maria’s is an ultimate vacation property that is ideally located and tastefully appointed. Beautiful beach frontage with gorgeous sunsets, a pristine pool with dazzling nighttime lighting, and comfortable living spaces throughout define this amazing house. Every amenity to ensure comfort and relaxation is included. We had a once in a lifetime vacation to Rincón due primarily to the luxuries of Maria’s and look forward to a return visit. Maria’s impresses in every regard and is definitely not to be missed!!
My boyfriend and I visited Rincon and visited several properties before picking this one. We planned a vacation with friends and this place was perfect! Its right on one of the major beaches in Rincon to surf. When we went in December it was packed but going in may was very empty but peaceful. Having calypso the bar/restaurant calypso right behind the house is very convenient because people were able to walk and get food/snacks and drinks. The house is new, clean and everyone loved the property. We had a private chef come out and a yoga instructor. Can’t say enough great things about this house!
We as a family spent a week at Maria’s. As beautiful as the pictures are, after seeing it in person it was even more spectacular! Every room was spacious, with high ceilings, wonderful amenities with breathtaking ocean views. Being right on the ocean was amazing for a morning cup of coffee or a walk on the beach. However, if you’re not an ocean person the salt water pool is great to float around in as well. Outside of Maria’s are two great bars where you can clench your thirst overlooking the Atlantic! Just a beautiful get away~ spend it with family, friends or both!!!!
I was hoping to find a special place for a family gathering last year and started my search on Tripadvisor. As soon as I saw the listing for Casa Maria, I looked no further. The house exceeded my expectations and was even more beautiful in person then in the pictures shown. The house was in a perfect location, was beautifully decorated, and included everything we needed to accommodate 16 people. I loved it there and felt as though I had stopped the world to get off for a 7 days in heaven! I plan to go back with my family next year and can’t imagine staying anywhere but at Casa Maria!
