Stunning View of Ensenada Bay

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Explore the area

Rancho Packard, BCN

La Bufadora Overlook6 min drive
Puerto Escondido13 min drive
Ensenada, Baja California Norte (ESE)41 min drive
Playa Hermosa53 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

A whale breached right in front of our eyes on the first visit to our home, so we named it Casa Ballena, Whale House. Off the beaten path, house sits on a bluff-top spot offering breathtaking 180 degree views from Ensenada to Todos Santos Island. The house is fully stocked, WIFI, satellite TV, fireplace, hot showers, and a user friendly kitchen. Big glass doors and windows give great views from all rooms, and the expansive L-shaped patio outside with a gas grill lets you soak it all in in style.

Open living room and kitchen with soothing blue ocean and sky views. Moroccan rugs, original art. The master has a king bed, en suite bathroom, large closet. The second bedroom has full bed, queen bed, large bathroom. Wood is provided for fireplace. Overhead fans in all rooms. Outdoor gas grill. Beautiful garden, bird feeder to attract quail, scrub jays, doves, board games and books.

And of course, the blue water and sky view all around you that makes Casa Ballena peaceful, yet an energizing home away from home.

Property manager

Kim Snyder

Amenities

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Pl

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please conserve and use water wisely! Please no toilet paper flushed in toilets.

Fill the deck bird feeder with seeds stored in a large can by the outdoor grill. Roadrunners, scrub jays, quail, dove, ravens, and lots more!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cabo Punta Banda

Located in Cabo Punta Banda, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Riviera del Pacifico Cultural and Convention Center and Riviera Cultural Center are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos and Macroplaza del Mar Shopping Center. Traveling with kids? Consider Caracol Museum and Antigua Aduana Maritima Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Rancho Packard, BCN

What's nearby

La Bufadora Overlook - 6 min drive
Puerto Escondido - 13 min drive
Avenida Adolfo Lopez Mateos - 34 min drive
First Street - 34 min drive
Playa Hermosa - 53 min drive

Restaurants

La Bufadora Restaurante Blanquita - 6 min drive
Lidia's - 5 min drive
La Marina Restaurant - 11 min drive
Habana Banana - 6 min drive
La Buf'Adora Tequila Grill - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning View of Ensenada Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B., San Diego, CA

23 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful retreat

We had a lovely stay at Casa Ballena! The home is secluded, lovely, and comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

20 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unbelievable bluff

Excellent luxurious accommodation. You feel like your on top of the world, fantastic views. We were only two nights but we will plan to return. About 25 mins to central Ensenada, we’ll worth the extra drive.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

7 Oct 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brandon O.

6 June 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa Bellina is a hidden gem in Baja

Owner is extremely easy to work with. The pictures do not do the casa justice I’ve stayed at places all over the world and this is one of the cleanest nicest you’ll ever see especially in Baja. The most spectacular views you could ever imagine We felt very safe and secure during our entire stay I would recommend this place above any in the punta banda area. Thank you again we will be back soon

Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amrit S., SAN DIEGO

13 Aug 2018

Just book this. Seriously. One of the best houses in Ensenada. Period

Casa Bellena was easily one of the best properties I’ve ever stayed at in Ensenada. We are regular visitors and Kim’s house was absolutely outstanding in every way. The views are absolutely incredible with floor to ceiling beauty from every room. Amazing panoramic views both day and night, truly instagram worthy. From the high end appliances, down to the brand names of the soaps, everything is so well appointed and tastefully placed. The welcome bottle of wine and the thoughtful handwritten notes truly made us feel at home, after a long drive. I would blindly book this venue and not even think about it. We’ll be coming back for sure!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Kim Snyder

I grew up in Arizona but spent every summer in North County San Diego. After graduating ASU, I moved to Texas and founded 2 Montessori Schools - my passion is Early Childhood Education. My other passion was to live near the beach, which I finally accomplished 15 years ago. Gratefully, I now live in Leucadia, Ca! Passions 3, 4, and 5, in a mixed order is our grandchildren, traveling and gardening.

Why they chose this property

Five years ago we visited a friend that lives in Baja and fell in love with the area. We found the perfect house, Casa Ballena, for the view, but also that it had tons of new space for us to garden.

What makes this property unique

The view from Casa Ballena fills the house with ever-changing light. From afar we get to see ships come and go through the bay to the Ensenada harbor. We can watch whales, dolphins, seals, and fish boils from the house and the deck. At night the lights of Ensenda twinkle across the bay. And the sunrise is epic.

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