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History of Casa Grande
In 1912 Miguel Morell purchased La Finca de Santa María de Monte Carmelo, a 5,000 acre farm which raised sugar, tobacco, coffee and cattle. The farm stretched to a small town now submerged under Lake Caonillas.
In 1947 the hacienda was built using the railroad tracks as support beams. At that time Miguel’s son Pedro bought the farm and lived in the hacienda with his wife and three sons. His wife taught school to the local children. Horses, cows and mules were kept on the property across the road.
Pedro operated the farm for 20 years. He had as many as 36 farm hands working the land. The coffee was dried in the area now used as a parking lot. Pedro sold 107 acres now comprising the hotel property to his loyal butler Mariano Orquelle for a nominal sum. Orquelle sold to a St. Thomas hotelier, James Pepperdine, who never used the property. In 1971 he traded the parcel for two condominiums owned by Cesar Toledo.
When Toledo, a local “Utuadeño,” first came to look at the property it was so overgrown by the tropical jungle that he couldn’t locate it. In frustration he stopped by the roadside and asked a little boy if he knew of the place. “Oh, la casa grande. It’s over there.”, the boy exclaimed, pointing the way. The place has been called Casa Grande ever since.
In the mid 80’s, Cesar Toledo embarked on construction of the guest cabins, the conference building, and the manager’s residence. In 1988 Casa Grande opened for business.
While guests for four days in 1995, Steven Weingarten and his wife, Marlene, were approached by several of the staff members who encouraged them to buy the hotel. Six month later they owned it. Marlene moved from Long Island to live in the residence and, without any experience in the hotel business, became the resident manager. During the first year Steven commuted from New York spending 9 to 10 days per month living and working at Casa Grande, while Marlene developed the restaurant’s menu.
The business was growing until September 21, 1998 when the 165 mile an hour winds of Hurricane George tore through the valley. Electricity would not be restored for 3 weeks. Phone service was out for 5 weeks and the entire water supply system had to be rebuilt, leaving the property dry for about a month. The hotel was closed for business until late November.
As time went on Steven spent more time in Puerto Rico and less time in New York. He sold his house in Sea Cliff, Long Island and closed his law office. In the year 2000 the couple divorced and Steven became the sole owner of Casa Grande.
Almost 20 years to the day on September 20, 2017, Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico and once again rendered Casa Grande inoperable. The situation was so bad that Steven’s son had to charter a helicopter to get to Utuado to make sure his dad was ok. When he arrived, he found Steven unwilling to leave. He had work to do. He had to rebuild Casa Grande at age 74.
It took him and his three-man crew of Wilson, Hector, and Frank three years, but they restored the property meticulously during these years.
In 2021, the new chapter of Casa Grande began when Jon Vidar, who had been living in Puerto Rico for almost four years was sent pictures of Casa Grande by his lawyer asking if he might be interested in the property. It was the middle of the COVID pandemic and Jon had been focusing on his own personal self growth, while developing a community of likeminded individuals on the island called Treat Your Self.
When Jon and Steven met, they soon developed a deep bond. They became a team in making the deal happen and both worked hard to make sure that Casa Grande would live on.
Jon’s vision is to continue to steward Casa Grande as a place for reflection and relaxation, a place to connect with others, as well as with nature. He hopes to create a space that practitioners of all varieties are excited to bring their own communities and individuals look forward to retreating from city life.
When the hotel first opened it was part of the Island’s parador program and was known as Parador Casa Grande.
In 1997 the name was changed to Hotel La Casa Grande. In 2002 the name once again changed to Casa Grande Mountain Retreat to more accurately describe its setting and intention. And now, 20 years later, we look forward to continuing these traditions and welcoming you to Casa Grande.
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Located in Utuado, 46.7 km from Arecibo Observatory, Casa Grande Mountain Retreat – Adults Only provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.
This 4-star hotel offers luggage storage space. Guests can enjoy a drink at the snack bar or a meal in the restaurant.
At the hotel, every room has a balcony. Featuring a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, some units at Casa Grande Mountain Retreat – Adults Only also provide guests with a mountain view. At the accommodation all rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels.
A à la carte, vegetarian or vegan breakfast is available every morning at the property.
Guests at Casa Grande Mountain Retreat – Adults Only will be able to enjoy activities in and around Utuado, like hiking.
Rio Camuy Cave Park is 43.5 km from the hotel, while Cambalache Forest is 40.2 km away. The nearest airport is Mercedita Airport, 54.7 km from Casa Grande Mountain Retreat – Adults Only.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
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How much does it cost to park there? What are my transportation options from SJU ?
Hello! We have complimentary parking on the premises. We recommend you rent a vehicle to come to us as there is no public transportation in Utuado. ..
Answered on 25 February 2022
Saludos. Puedo separar una habitacion con 2 camas full para 4 adultos? Somos mi esposa, mis dos hijos y yo.
Saludos.
Estamos muy agradecidos por considerarnos para su estadía. Actualmente somos una hospedaría solo para adultos de 18 años en adelante.
Si est..Answered on 9 May 2022
Hello. How do I get from the airport and how much does it cost. Plus, will there be yoga classes available in April?
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We have a person that offers transportation, cost will varies from the number of people that are traveling. Prices start at $180.
Yoga classes are..Answered on 16 January 2022
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Do you offer dinner? Is the menu vegan only?Hi! Our plant-based, farm-to-table restaurant offers full service breakfast and dinner with a menu that changes daily based on local availability. Din..
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What are the transportation arrangement ? Is it better to fly to Aguadilla ir SN Juan?
I’d suggest flying into San Juan. It’s 1.5 hours from the airport.
Answered on 29 August 2021
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Socket near the bed
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
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Hiking
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No internet access available.
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Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
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A damage deposit of USD 150 is required on arrival. That’s about 142.29EUR. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.
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Child policies
Children not allowed.
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Cribs and extra beds aren’t available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
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Located in Utuado, Casa Grande Mountain Retreat has a restaurant, garden and terrace.
Each room in the hotel has a balcony. The private bathroom comes with a shower and free toiletries.
Casa Grande Mountain Retreat serves an à la carte breakfast.
Ponce is 30 km away and Dorado is 44 km away. Mercedita Airport is 32 km away.
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