Where do I begin...I stayed at Encantada for a few days for my Bachelorette party and needless to say, it was the best vacation of my life. To say that the pictures don't do it justice is a huge understatement. As we walked in, we were all speechless at the views we were going to wake up to, the modern design, and the cleanliness of the house. We had 15 people staying at Encantada, and with the vastness of the house, you wouldn't have even known there were that many girls in one house! The safety of the house was also a huge pro for us, with 15 girls celebrating a bachelorette on an island we've never been to, the multiple doors and locks made us all feel immediately safe. Not only did we feel safe while in the house, but we also felt super comfortable walking around Esperanza (the nearby town). We could all walk down the street for drinks, lunch, dinner etc. easily.
Prior to arriving in Vieques, Daniel was extremely helpful and prompt in responding to our questions. Not only would he answer my emails in a timely manner, but the information that he prepared and provided to us was invaluable. He had a very organized PDF of general information about the island, where to eat, where to drink, a list and description of each beach, certain excursions that were must-dos, taxi numbers, travel information, car rental locations etc. We referenced this PDF at least once a day, and none of their recommendations disappointed!
Once we arrived at Encantada, their property manager Karen met us at the house upon arrival (after setting up a taxi to pick us up from the airport!). Karen was extremely helpful, personable and a great resource for us while on the island. She responded to our texts quickly and with pleasure. She was very organized and prepared with all of the information we were going to need for the week set out for us as we arrived.
One day, we went on a horseback riding tour around the island through Esperanza Riding Company (another recommendation we found on the PDF). Let me tell you, from the trails through the woods, to the streets, to the beaches (even the black sand beach) this was more than I could have expected. Elizabeth was knowledgeable and super helpful for our inexperienced riders!
Although I tried to put my experience into words, it is very hard to do so. This was the most amazing place I have ever stayed, the nicest people and the most beautiful island I've visited. I would highly recommend staying at Encantada over and over again!