Casa Sara is a real treat—perfectly situated in Esperanza just beyond the Malecon, walkable (if a healthy trek) to several gorgeous beaches and hikes, and spacious enough for a family. While it hasn’t been updated recently, the house (along with the market a block away) has everything you need for a delightful and affordable stay on this beautiful island. Vieques is not the place for an anodyne vacation; the “animal droppings” (left by the beautiful horses that roam the island free) are part of its charm. A fence keeps everything but the local chickens out of the yard itself. The owner was very solicitous and made our check-in as easy as possible. If you want luxury, then I’d advise finding an alternative—perhaps the resort up the road. But if you are game for rustic-yet-convenient, then I’d highly recommend Casa Sara!