Sandy Cove, located by the beach in Aquatika, offers a spacious retreat for large families with modern decor and ample amenities. Unwind in the air-conditioned bedrooms or enjoy WiFi and cable TV throughout. Beyond your private space, take advantage of 5 themed pools and direct access to the beach just 200 yards away.
Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Entire apartment
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8172 sq m
Popular amenities
Pool
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Parking available
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About this property
scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest
Unwind at Sandy Cove, 3-bedroom property designed for comfort and relaxation.
• Best Feature: Beach access and stunning resort amenities, including five themed pools for ultimate relaxation.
• Next Best Feature: Convenient location in Aquatika Resort Complex, nearby El Yunque Rainforest, Luquillo Beach, and Fajardo.
• Prime Location: Less than 45 minutes from San Juan International Airport, and close to restaurants and supermarkets.
• Basketball court, tennis court and mini golf
Hosted by The Marco Polo Collection, a collection of fine vacation rental properties.
*Details about Sandy Cove*
The open-concept kitchen and dining area include:
• A fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, ideal for preparing meals or entertaining.
• A counter connecting the dining space with the kitchen for relaxed family gatherings.
Convenient Laundry Amenities: features a washer and dryer discreetly tucked into the property.
*Peace of Mind Amenities*
• Reserved Parking: For your convenience, two dedicated parking spaces in the secure, gated property. NOTE: We recommend that you rent a car. Public transportation in the area is almost non-existent. We can also help you arrange for a driver, if you do not wish to drive yourself. • 24/7 Security: The resort features round-the-clock security to ensure a safe and peaceful stay. • Advanced Surveillance: Security cameras strategically placed throughout the property for added safety.
*Bedding Arrangement*
• Master Bedroom: Queen-sized bed in a bright, serene space. • Second Bedroom: One bunk bed (full lower, twin upper) and one twin bed, perfect for kids or groups. • Third Bedroom: Full-sized bed offering comfort and privacy.
Bedrooms are fully air-conditioned with separate temperature controls in each room. Living/dining area is not air conditioned, it has ceiling fans and great cross ventilation.
• Private Balcony: Step outside and enjoy the tropical view of the pool area—ideal for sipping morning coffee or unwinding with the sunset colors.
• The apartment is on the 2nd floor. You reach it by climbing 1 flight of stairs.
*Extras Provided*
• FREE high-speed Wi-Fi if you need to catch up on work or to relax with a good series.
• HD TVs with cable TV so you can follow your favorite sport a curl up for cozy evenings with a good movie. Third Bedroom:30” reg TV Living Room: 38” smart TV
• Beach toys, see detail below.
• Basketball court, tennis court and mini golf
*Resort Amenities* • Five themed pools, including options for kids and relaxation. NOTE: The water slide is only open on weekends.
• Direct beach access. • Basketball and tennis courts, mini golf, and a safe play area for children. • Beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, and a cooler for beach outings.
* The local area*
Aquatika Highlights: • 5 themed pools and resort-like amenities for family fun.
Nearby Attractions: • El Yunque Rainforest: 20 minutes away. Explore lush trails and waterfalls. • Luquillo Beach: 15 minutes to the East. A vibrant destination for water sports, foodies and relaxation. • Las Cabezas de San Juan Nature Reserve: xxxx??.
• Las Croabas bioluminescent bay: Discover Puerto Rico’s bioluminescent bay and unique wildlife.
• The ports of Fajardo and Ceiba: Starting point for ferries to the islands of Culebra and Vieques, for day sails to some of the uninhabited islands East of Puerto Rico, and for scuba diving and boat rentals.
Convenience: • Supermarkets 10 minutes away, with delivery options available.
• Heading to the beach? All you need is your bathing suit, T-shirt and sandals. We provide the rest: - beach chairs - beach umbrella - beach towels - frisbee - cooler - volleyball
How “Sandy Cove” Got Its Name:
We name each of our properties based on the character of the property. This property is in a complex that has 5 great, different pool areas. Everybody focuses on that. But what really struck us was that it also has direct access to a really nice, small, quiet beach area. So we named it Sandy Cove.
*Additional information*
Guests have full access to: • The entire apartment, including resort amenities like pools, basketball courts, and tennis courts. • Direct beach access and outdoor recreational areas. • Secure on-site parking for two vehicles.
• Flexible check-in any time after 3PM, and check-out by 10AM.
• Keys will be provided on-site. We will supply the lock box code before guest arrival, on day of checkin.
• A house book with local recommendations for dining, sightseeing, and grocery shopping is provided in the property.
Our guests have the use of all the facilities in the complex, including the 5 pools and basketball court.
Rules are posted and must be respected.
Our team is here to ensure you have a wonderful stay!
• Office Team: Available Monday–Friday, 9 AM–6 PM.
• Supervisor is on duty daily 9AM to 8PM, for any circumstances that require assistance.
• After 8PM our Night Service deals with any emergencies.
• On weekends our team monitors emails.
*Other details to note*
• Minimum age for the primary renter is 25 years. Are you under 25? Ask, you may qualify for a waiver.
• We need to know our guests. So once you book, we will need from you: Contact details (phone number and email). Valid photo ID with address. Acceptance of Rental Agreement. Names and ages of all guests.
• Smoking is not allowed on the property.
• Pets are not permitted.
• No parties or excessive noise allowed— this is a residential area.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Communal pool
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the bay
Things to do
Boat
Golf
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 13-0984
About the area
Medianía Alta, a neighbourhood in Loiza, is home to this apartment. While the natural beauty of El Yunque National Forest and Luquillo Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Wyndham Rio Mar Golf Course.
Carabali Rainforest Park and Centro de Arte y Cultura de Luquillo are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, windsurfing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Loiza travel guide
Is scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest located?
Located in Medianía Alta, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Estudio de Arte Samuel Lind and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Bahia Beach. Espíritu Santo River Nature Reserve and Loíza Public Square are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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scFamily-Friendly Oasis, 5 Pools,Beach Access & Great Location, Near Rain Forest Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Good deal for money. Central location to San Juan towards west or rainforest and other beaches to the east.. beach on site was really nice and private and several pools to choose from
We really enjoyed our week long stay! It was a little scary arriving in the dark, narrow roads and off the beaten path. But in the light of day we could appreciate Loiza more. Convenient to beaches, great food, San Juan and highways to anywhere we wanted to go. The apartment was well equipped and perfect for a family.
We enjoyed our stay at Aquatika! We had a hard time finding the property and felt the surrounding area to be a bit rough and enjoyed the security with the gated property. The property itself was clean but could use some updating. A couple of the beds weren’t the most comfortable. The a/c units are very loud. We enjoyed having washer/dryer. The supplies basic condiments & laundry soap were appreciated. We loved all of the pools, especially the heated pool, the hot tubs and all of the outdoor spaces in general. We would likely stay again.
This was a great place to rest and relax after taking morning day trips to various sites like Old San Juan and El Yunque area. Ocean beach on the North East sides were breezy most days and ocean swimming was at a minimum.
Check in process was easy. Communication with host company was perfect. Description of the property on point. We felt safe and secure while in the property. The only thing was the description of the beds. It has one queen and a full size for the second bedroom it was listed as 2 Queen beds, either way we enjoyed our two weeks while being there.
Overall it was a good stay the beds where hard and needs updating kept getting bite by mosquitoes every night with all the doors always closed lifted my bedding to one of the beds sheets where dirty behind the dressers needs to be swept
This location was great for the price. There were some things lacking (no restaurant on site, limited lounge chairs at the pools, beds were not very comfortable, etc.) but you can't have all the amenities and a low price at the same time. The unit was dated but still clean and I loved that there were spices for cooking so that we didn't have to buy those! The beach was lovely and not too crowded. The patio areas around the pools were terrible and hurt to walk on barefoot but the pools themselves were a nice temp and were clean. The surrounding neighborhood was great and we never felt unsafe on or off the property. I do highly recommend a rental car if staying at this location as it would be difficult to explore the island or even the local area without one.
As mentioned to Managing Agent of Marco Polo group, I found Aquatica itself to be a very nice family resort. However the apartment was not good. Two TVs in unit did not work properly even after someone was sent to check it out. The ac in large bedroom with the bunk beds was not working properly. While I would lease at Aquatica, I would never recommend the apartment to anyone
The area was a great location, the resort was great, esp for my kids. I would stay with the resort again, but I will not stay in this condo again. The furniture is so old and worn out it's ridiculous. The couch cushions don't even hold their shape anymore! The first day my son spilled some water on the floor. When I wiped it up, the towel was dark brown. That floor was so filthy for it "just being cleaned". The dryer was gross and made our towels smell AWFUL.
Dahlie S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carimar
29 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
El lugar es acogedor y con todo lo necesario de primera necesidad al instante, las piscinas tienen buena temperatura el unico detalle es que deben de estar limpias y en funcionamiento aunque no sea fin de semana ya que no es justo para los que estamos en dias de semana no disfutar de las chorreras, etc...
we had high hope for this apartment only to be disappointed . this property was very poorly maintained. there was no clubs for the mini golf course. I asked the property manager to help and she did nothing.. the AC unit leaked large puddles of water. the bathroom reeked of pee no matter how much we cleaned it. And the bed.... they were god Awful!!! they were so old and stiff. its a shame because the property around the apartment was nice. but i would never rent from this owner again. 1 star.
Apt y anfitrión excelente...Complejo puede mejorar
Del apto. Nada negativo excelente!!! Pero del complejo deberían de cerrar piscina al menos 8pm ya que a las 6 si uno llega del trabajo el check-in es 3 uno llega cmo a las 6 y fue 1 día perdido. Pagar tanto dinero para perder 1 dia.
Johanna R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
28 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Would definitely go again under one condition they MUST UPDATE THE BEDS!! Some beds are literally a wood plank with little cushion so it felt like u was sleeping on the floor. The bed my husband and I slept on was horrible I felt the springs in our backs for 8 days woke up with back pains and all. Other than the beds Aquatica is a very clean, family friendly place. They have 3 nice size pools only thing is they are only 3ft 6 inches deep. I mean it was still good enough to enjoy especially in the heat.
Aquatika is a great place to stay with family. Apartments accomodate up to 8 people. The complex has 5 pools, 2 jacuzzis, a mini golf, big playground, basketball courts, tennis court, and access to the beach. Everything you need for recreation and more can be found in the apartment: portable chairs, towels, a golf club and ball, basketball, roller blades, scooter, beach paddles, and dominoes to pay inside. The only thing you won't find are tennis rackets and balls, everything else is there. When we got there, the management had left us some complementary cereal boxes,coke cans, dish soap,and cleaning soap. There is all the cookware that you need but you do need a car to buy the food,shampoo,etc. Everything was very clean. The only complaint is that the mattresses were not firm anymore and some of the pillows were very slim, everything else was perfect. We have stayed here before and we would stay again.
My family and I loved our experience. The location was perfect quiet secluded, beach is on location, and also perfect for small children. The apartment is clean and exactly as described. Luz was very attentive she was one text away. I will def return. Thank you guys.
Massiel M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Robby S.
12 Apr 2019
Great place with very nice pools
Place was very clean with lots of space. Had a nice view of the pools. The AC noise didn't bother me. Its quick to cool down the bedrooms. Beds were a little hard but not too bad. The resort closes access to the beach at 9pm which was a little disappointing but the pool stays open until 1am. Overall had a great stay.