Villa Pitirre

Name: Villa Pitirre
Address: Cubuy, Canóvanas, 00729, PR
Telephone: +17872056006
Price range: $$$

Lovely Vacation Home inside of sierra de Luquillo's incredible rain forest. Awesome destinations are located within ½ hour driving distance.

El Yunque House Rental Photos and Description

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, family with cable TV, Veranda, Porch, sleeps 10

NEW! We are now accepting a minimum of 1 night at the following rates, always plus cleaning and tax:

1 night = $800 x 1 = $800

2 nights = $425 x 2 = $850

3 nights = $300 x 3 = $900

For more than 3 nights listed rates apply. On the mountain crest, 45 minutes from the airport, in the flourishing El Verde Caribbean Rainforest, this wooden hideaway captures the essence of nature. Whether it’s the sound of the birds during the day, coquis singing at night, or the falling rain dropping on the zinc lined roof, the clean atmosphere sets the tone for a relaxing stay. Situated on 7 acres surrounded by lush green vegetation, an abundance of verdant fauna, a creek within the property, flowers and trees of all types, the environment is mesmerizing. Featured on Extreme Homes (You Tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gC9Bpc13Kk) this unique lodge has 5 bedrooms, 3 baths, family room with TV satellite, porch for dining and relaxing, patio with a basket hoop, a gazebo by the creek, and covered deck with fireplace foosball and pool table for entertainment. Such as the adjoining El Yunque Rainforest, Luquillo with a magical swimming beach.

10/11/2025

The Legend of Villa Pitirre: A story of patriotic courage and belonging in Puerto Rico

High in the misty mountains of Canóvanas, where the rainforest hums and rivers sparkle like silver ribbons, there is a place called Villa Pitirre — a peaceful nest cradled by nature’s arms.

Long ago, before the villa had a name, the sky above the forest told a story.

The Guaraguao, a grand and powerful eagle, ruled the heavens. His wings spread wide across Puerto Rico, his shadow strong and commanding. He was beauty, strength, and might — but also a reminder of life’s great challenges.

Down below lived the Pitirre, a small gray kingbird with a bright spirit and a brave heart. His song was pure, his flight quick as the wind. He guarded his little nest — his home — with love and fierce pride.

One day, the Guaraguao glided low over the forest, his shadow falling over the Pitirre’s tree.
But the Pitirre did not hide. He rose into the sunlight and called out:

> “This is my home, my sky, my island.
You are mighty, but I am free —
and I will protect what I love.”

With courage far greater than his size, the Pitirre darted through the air, standing up to the giant.
The Guaraguao, wise and noble, paused — and with a graceful turn, lifted his wings and soared away.

From that moment, the rainforest remembered.
The Pitirre became a symbol of courage, of love for Cubuy, and of Puerto Rico itself — small in size, but vast in heart.

And our nest, where his song once echoed, became Villa Pitirre —
a home that celebrates the spirit of our island: brave, magical, free, and filled with love.