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Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach

Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach

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Beach nearby, beach towels
2 bedrooms, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Overview of Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
San Pancho, Nayarit
  • Popular LocationPlaya San Francisco1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSan Pancho Nayarit Market6 min drive
  • Popular LocationSayulita Beach27 min drive
  • AirportPuerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)64 min drive

Space details

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4
148 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach

LA CASITA CELESTIAL, as the name implies, is a Heavenly Place. From the moment you approach the stone-embedded welcoming mat, you’ll know that you are in for a “stellar” experience.

Its spacious CENTRAL ROOM is filled with stars – and a small but comfortable sitting area, a HD television with American and Canadian programming, a cozy kitchen and a small but eclectic library including books on Mexico – its rich history and culture, its politics, and, especially, its remarkable arts and crafts.

A large sliding glass door allows you to walk onto THE TERRACE WITH ITS MAGNIFICENT PALAPA, a thatched roof structure used since the time of the Mayans and Aztecs to capture sea breezes and keep COOL.

Under the palapa is your own private, cooling plunge pool (which can be heated if it's too cold), and classic equipal furniture for dining. Surrounding you is lush jungle with its fascinating birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

There are TWO BEDROOMS, each with its own bath and distinctive character, filled with works of Mexican artists from all around the Republic. Keeping with the celestial theme, one bedroom celebrates the sun rising from the east, with roosters standing as a mute reminder that there is a great day a-dawning. The other celebrates the moon shining out over the Gulf of Cortez with owls keeping watch over your deep and restful sleep. To aid in that sleep, both bedrooms have ceiling fans and can be air-conditioned if needed. The bedrooms are separated by the living area, ensuring maximum privacy for guests.

We have also recently made some upgrades to the property. This includes adding a generator, in case of power outages. We now have 2 different wifi services (fiber and Starlink satellite) and a switch that will toggle between them if 1 goes down. We also have an expansive mesh wifi network ensures the entire property with fast wifi. You are guaranteed to have power and internet connectivity.

CASITA CELESTIAL is part of a three-house villa -- VILLA DE VISTAS (The House of Views). LA CASA QUE CANTA (The House that Sings – 6000 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 4 baths) sits on the top of the hill. EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA (The Nest of the Turtle – 900 sq. ft., two bedrooms, one bath) is nestled into the hillside underneath LA CASA.

The property is built on a steep hillside and there are many stairs to reach the Casita from the main road as well as from the parking area. It's not a good place for the mobility challenged, but terrific for healthy children and adults.












Keywords: Casita, Palapa, Terrace

Property manager

Melissa Roberts

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Shampoo
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: It is o.k. to smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling 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)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 1593.1 sq ft (148 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach House
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach San Pancho
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach
Secluded Casita in Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Near Beach
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach House
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach San Pancho
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach House
Secluded Casita Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Beach
Secluded Casita in Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Near Beach
Secluded Casita in Lush Garden Palapa Small Pool Near Beach

About the area

San Francisco

Located in San Francisco, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out San Pancho Nayarit Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Sayulita Beach and Playa Bucerias. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Playa San Francisco - 1 min walk
  • San Pancho Nayarit Market - 6 min drive
  • Sayulita Farmers Market - 13 min drive
  • Sayulita Square - 13 min drive
  • Sayulita Beach - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mariscos Barracuda - 5 min drive
  • Su Pancha Madre - 4 min drive
  • Maria's - 5 min drive
  • Las Palmas Restaurant & Bar - 6 min drive
  • Taquería los Arbolitos - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Casita in Lush Garden, Palapa, Small Pool, Near Beach located?

This family-friendly San Francisco holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Playa San Francisco, San Pancho Nayarit Market and Las Huertas Golf Club. Entreamigos and Sayulita Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maarten R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heavenly seclusion
This is a completely lovely villa. This was our first trip to Mexico, and you might ask how we'd know to compare, but we're avid walkers and went everywhere in town and around the neighborhood, sniffing around and looking at houses, and there's something special about this one. Of the 3 villas in the complex, this one is the smallest, but in our opinion the nicest, and for one reason: it's patio. It is large and shaded. We needed that. Our kids are redheads and got roasted in the sun on the first day. They spent hours on this patio, and exploring the forest around the villa, while the sun was too harsh to go out. The patio is also private and a natural extension of the house. Marie, the concierge, was wonderful, as were the other staff. We'll definitely come again. One thing to note is that there are 93 steps from the house down to the dirt road that leads to the beach. We used this a couple of times a day, but we're the fit types. If you're not, you might struggle. We got a golf cart because the trip tp town is about a mile, and while we walked and jogged it a few times, doing so 3 or 4 times a day for lunch and supper and what not, would be too time consuming. Get a cart!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was the perfect spot for us
We loved San Pancho and we absolutely loved staying at this location. I specifically wanted a place that was nice to hang out in because this was our 13 month old son's first beach trip and I had a feeling I'd be hanging out at the Casita more than at the beach. I was right about that and couldn't imagine a better place to be. The setting was absolutely beautiful, the Casita was super comfortable, the pool was wonderful, and we felt very attended to by Marie and Noemy. It truly couldn't have been a better experience. We drove in from Guadalajara so we had a vehicle with us, which I did appreciate. We walked to the beach from the Casita but we drove into town for dinners and to go to the markets for groceries.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house, location & town!
We loved staying at Melissa & Bills lovely casita for 5 nights. The staff that greeted us and solved (the few) questions we had were friendly and helpful. The casita is perched in heathy forest above the end of Playa San Pancho. Bird sound, waves crashing below, and breezes were the only sounds at evening and morning. A fully appointed kitchen made fixing breakfasts and lunches fun & easy. The gardens, full of tropical flowers and mexican art integrate beautifully with the surrounding forest. A lovely pool area gets full sun or shade depending on your tastes and will tempt you to stay at your house. We visited in the dry season of early April and so hanging out in the lovely evening was possible without any biting insects. Lovely. This house is up from the beach quite a few steps, but the path down to the road/beach is a pleasing 2-3 switchbacks down the hill to a locked gate at the road. The beach at the north end is uncrowded even on one of the most busy weeks of the year. We availed ourselves of the Tierra Tropical Beach Club for a day-pass... pricier than town but quite beautiful relaxing and good food. There is a mezcal bar in the north end of the beach where you can learn all about this green agave spirit. Maria, the friendly consierge who helped us with any questions we had arranged a golf cart that we rented for 4 days to get to town. I was glad for it as I currently have a back issue... however, walking to town is quite easy down the beach in 25-30 minutes . San Pancho itself is delightful, friendly, artistic, musical, full of amazing food and dinner options, a Tuesday farmers market, an fantastic and energized community center. We were here for "Santa Semana" which is essentially spring break for the Mexican folks who flock to the beaches with family for spring break and we found the vibe at San Pancho a friendly, safe, family-oriented, fun party that was super fun in the evening but not overly crowded. Loved our stay and loved San Pancho.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casita Celestial/ A little slice of heaven
Just perfect for me and my sisters. Quiet, peaceful, beautifully decorated and cared for. In a wonderful location. Could not have been nicer!
Stayed 25 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy travelers
The casita is in the jungle off the beaten path. Exactly what we wanted. The property is amazing. Delightfully artistic and peaceful. Felt very honored to be able to spend 4 nights there. Everything provided and staff was so helpful too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Lexi M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for the adventurous person, not really for us
My husband and I went here for our honeymoon, and we were so excited to visit this little town of San Pancho and stay here! The second day we were here, I got sick from some Unknown allergies, so that made our stay kind of difficult. The private beach access listed on the listing is a good 5-10 minute walk from the house, and town is an exhausting 30-minute walk in the dead of summer heat. We didn’t rent a car or golf cart because we thought it was accessible and close, but it’s really not. To stay here, I recommend you be in VERY good shape (to walk up the steps and hills and long walks to town). Town is a little over a mile away, depending on where you go. A car would be nice if you play it safe! So plan to either walk a lot or save for transportation. There are taxis in San Pancho, but we didn’t want to blow all of our money on that for one week. For us, I gave it a three stars simply because it wasn’t what we expected. It had a beautiful view, don’t get me wrong!! The jungle animals are no joke, you don’t really want to sit out on the palapa at night. So our stay had to be spent walking to town or sitting indoors. Also, only the two bedrooms have AC, so the kitchen and living room can get a bit toasty. The appliances and everything worked great, it was a very private place, but just not as idyllic as we dreamed of. The owners and staff were amazing, so that’s another plus. I would say that San Pancho and this house is great if you’re looking for an adventure vacation, not a face-mask-and-relax-all-day vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosalina V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casita
We had an exceptional week in San Pancho and staying at Casita Celestial made it so special! We had entire property to ourselves so got to enjoy the pool! Daniel was exceptional in helping us with any question or need! Robert and Melissa were great in providing us with detailed info and making it a easy trip to plan. All of there contacts were great! Can’t wait to come back with our family! God willing!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alissa G., Portland, OR, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!!!
We stayed in the Casita which had everything we could possibly have needed but also had the entire property to ourselves! It is a bit out of town and off a dirt road so very thankful to have Otto meet us and guide us in the first time. Pool was fantastic for those lazy afternoons and the views and landscaping are just lovely. Beach is a quick walk down the road (take the stairs) and evenings were spent under the palapa!!! Just make sure to get your groceries on your way in!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Peaceful Property
Loved being immersed in the jungle, but within a 5 minute walk to a secluded beach. Owners were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
Our hosts were friendly and accommodating. The house was just as described. Make sure to get all necessary keys.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020