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

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The Palapa is the delight of the Casita Celestial.  It is inviting.  And cooling
These stairs lead you home  (Not recommended for guests with mobility issues!)
The Casita is completely surrounded by a stunning tropical garden.  Very private
As soon as you cross the threshold, you'll see right  through to the Palapa.
Notice that the area above the sliding doors is blank.....
Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Celebrate the Sun Bedroom

1 King Bed

Shine On Pacific Moon Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bath in the Moon Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bath in the Sun Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

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
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
It is o.k. to smoke outside.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

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.
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San Pancho, Nayarit

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Maarten R.

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

About the host

Hosted by Melissa Roberts

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A note from Melissa and Bill Roberts:

We have lived most of our adult life in Middletown, Connecticut, where Melissa was a school social worker and Bill was a clergyman for the first half of his career and a consultant for the second half. In 1979 we built a home on Cape Cod for our family -- we have three sons.

The Cape House was very important to our family, but as the boys grew up, moved away and had children of their own, we decided to sell that house and build a three-home complex in San Pancho to accommodate our expanded family as well as friends and other guests.

Why they chose this property

San Pancho. The Jewel of the Mexican Rivera. The Cultural Center of the State of Nayarit. A charming little Mexican town which has not yet lost its character even as it is undergoing a surge in popularity and development. We are so grateful for the welcome we have received from those who have lived here for generations. But we’re also pleased to be part of an expatriate community that respects the people and the traditions of the Mexicans.

Our guests regularly comment that it is wonderful to be a bit removed from the village. It is quiet here. The primary sounds are the pounding surf, the rustling fronds of the palm trees, and the singing of birds -- some of whom cackle more than they sing.

The property provides a perfect combination of surf and turf, in this case the turf is a jungle.

The CASITA is one of three homes on this property. It is completely separated from the other two, entered by its own stairway or, in the other direction, by a path through a tropical jungle garden. It has its own dipping pool, its own outdoor sitting area, and a large palapa, which ushers sea breezes into the house.

What makes this property unique

The palapa, with the dipping pool.
The hammock and reading area the most relaxing places I have ever spent time.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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