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Private Oceanfront Home

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View from the Upstairs Master Balcony
View from the Sea Wall
View from the Living Room
Upstairs Master Bedroom (king)
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Bucerias, NAY
  • Playa Bucerías
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private Oceanfront Home

Description:
Nestled between the quaint towns of La Cruz De Huanacaxle and Bucerias, Casa d' Azul is the perfect getaway destination for those looking to unwind. Our vacation home sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms: a master suite, a queen bedroom and a twin bedroom upstairs, and another master suite downstairs, making it ideal for couples traveling together or a family on a getaway vacation. Our spacious beachfront Casa, with a private pool and well-tended yard, sits on the 25 mile coastline of beautiful Banderas Bay. Take a few steps down to our sandy beach from where you can walk to La Cruz if desired and if the tides permit. With its vast coastline, and unspoiled beaches to the north, Banderas Bay is dotted with unique small towns and is the perfect area to experience the vibrant culture and unique atmosphere the NY Times Travel section dubbed the 'Mexican Riviera.'
The small but vibrant town of La Cruz, where you can shop the outdoor fish and farmers markets or have a drink and watch the sailboats come and go in the Marina, is a 30 minute beach walk or 10 minute drive. To the south of Casa d' Azul is the town of Bucerias. Bubbling with restaurants and boutiques, Bucerias (Population roughly 4000) is a fantastic place to eat Mexican Haute Cuisine at beachfront restaurants or grab a couple of the world's best, hand made tacos at Tacos Linda.

While taxis are relatively inexpensive and are a good alternative for those who like to stay "close to home", we recommend renting a car to see more of the local area. it's easiest to pick one up at the Puerto Vallarta airport when you arrive. We are located across Banderas Bay, 20 miles from Puerto Vallarta. Having a car gives you the flexibility to make the quick trip up to Sayulita, famous for its surf break and handcrafted gift shops, or head to Punta de Mita to snorkel, sit at an ocean front palapa with your favorite beverage or charter a deep sea fishing boat. Both north and south of Puerto Vallarta, you will find some of the most spectacular scenery in all of Mexico. Fire up the charcoal BBQ and grill fresh fish, lay around our pool at night and look at the lights of Puerto Vallarta twinkle off the bay or head into Bucerias and hear any number of great local musicians while eating dinner in the beautiful atmosphere of western Mexico.

Casa d' Azul, is a 2.5-story, four-bedroom, 3.5-bath, beachfront home. This beautiful home has a large, private master suite with a deck overlooking the pool and bay, with a sitting area and an ensuite bathroom on the top floor (just a few steps up from the second floor). The second floor has a full bathroom, and a queen bedroom and a bedroom with twin beds which share a deck overlooking the pool and Bay. On the main floor you will find another master suite with a private bathroom and a king bed. Also on the main floor are the living room, dining room and kitchen and 1/2 bath. All rooms except the 1/2 bath have pool and water views. The kitchen is well equipped and there is a washer and dryer. However, there is no dishwasher.

Casa d' Azul can accommodate 8 people and is available for a 3 night minimum stay.

Casa d' Azul is located on the north shore of the Mexican Riviera 20 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta airport via Federal Highway # 200. Our property manager will greet you when you arrive.

*Please note that we do not allow events or parties.
Our home and property can only accommodate 8 people at all times.

Please use the calendar to find our rates, as they change from regular to holiday season. Listed prices in the calendar Prices in US dollars and based on 4 persons. There is an additional $50 per person fee / per night for additional guests.

Our check in is at 3:00pm daily. Check out is 11:00am.

Additional Reviews:

'A great place to relax on the Mexican coast! We just returned from our stay at Amanda and Bob's private ocean front home, and we recommend it highly. The hosts responded promptly and making the reservation was easy. Vanessa met us on arrival and make sure we were all set. This lovely home could accommodate several couples in comfort, but with just two of us, the ground floor had everything we needed. We like to cook most of our meals for health reasons, and we found the kitchen fully equipped with gas range and all the pots, plates and utensils you could want. The Mega market just 10 minutes away had a great selection of ingredients. Except for the occasional gardener who comes to trim the plants, the only sound you will hear round the clock is the wonderful surf. No noise from neighbors. The weather was just perfect, but if we felt at all warm, a dip in the pool awaited. We had some great long walks on the beach - just turned left from the back yard and in 45 minutes on foot we reached Bucerias. (recommended there: Rosa Restaurante Mexicana) If you're looking for some laid-back time in the PV area, we don't think you can do better than Amanda and Bob's place.' customer from 2014

'Great House! And Amanda and Bob were super easy to deal with. Top notch all around.' customer from 2013

'This is such a great find! This house was perfect four our Thanksgiving group of four young couples (each with a baby/toddler). Spacious, comfortable, awesome pool, right on the beach. The neighbors are friendly, to boot! (The house is a row house, but you definitely feel like you are in your own private beachfront estate.) The beach is quite rocky, so while it's fun for rock hunting, catching sunrises, birdwatching, and digging in the sand, for a more swimmable beach (especially with little ones), just walk a couple hundreds yards down the beach, still within eyeshot of the house. Amanda was super-accommodating about our last minute stay, too. Great hosts overall.' Customer 2013

Property manager

Bob and Marianne
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Please contact us for details or exceptions.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please see the Rental Agreement for rental rules.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

La Cruz de Huanacaxtle

Located in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle, this holiday home is on the beach. Nayar Vidanta Golf and Cruise Ship Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Los Arroyos Verdes and Splash Water Park Vallarta are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Bucerias, NAY

What's nearby

  • Playa Bucerías - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • La Cruz Square - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Art Walk Bucerias - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
  • El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cevicheria la Cruz - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Cruz Yacht Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Ballena Blanca - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Peska - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪El Potrero de Chavez - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Oceanfront Home have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Private Oceanfront Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Oceanfront Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Oceanfront Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Oceanfront Home located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Cruz de Huanacaxtle holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerías. Playa la Manzanilla and Marina Riviera Nayarit at La Cruz are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Retirement trip

Fabulous!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Fantastic out of the way Gem

Pool, beach, big space, well equipped, clean and very quiet. Wiukd abaolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sue S.

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

Excellent Vacation

The property certainly met all of our expectations. The fact that it is situation right on the ocean with views across the bay was both mesmerizing and peaceful. The constant sound of the waves really is an added bonus. Unfortunately a newly erected sea wall at Punta Esmeralda (resort next door) prevented us from walking into Bucerias along the beachfront, however, we were able to enjoy daily walks along the beach heading towards La Cruz. The home is large, clean, well landscaped and has everything you need to prepare meals. A vehicle (rental, uber or taxi) is definitely required to get into Bucerias and surrounding areas. A couple of issues came up during our stay and Jose the building manager was very quick to respond, thank you Jose! Would I stay here again? Absolutely and look forward to it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie I.

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

Fun in the sun

Lovely accommodation with everthing we needed! Beautiful pool, beautiful view, walking distance to La Cruz fish market. Short cab ride to Bucerias Perfect for a group. Loved the iguanas that live n a pipe beneath the retaining wall…we named them Mr and Mrs Monty!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard K.

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

La Crux stay

It was very good. Great views. Chef Renée was awesome and food excellent. Jose was great showing how everything works. Pool was wonderful. The beds were hard and poor running water upstairs. Otherwise, wonderful experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camden K.

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

Awesome!

It is actually as wonderful as the pictures appear! Too many times, I've rented a place it just wasn't quite what the pictures lead me to believe... but this place is truly that great! Jose and his team keep the place tip-top - and he was super helpful and responsive. In fact, I don't think this place would be nearly as wonderful if Jose wasn't so on it!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy G.

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

Home in paradise

Everything about our stay was perfect. Jose could not have been nicer and more attentive to us. Not that there was anything to fix since everything was in perfect working order. Enjoyed long walks to Bucerias and La Cruz and all the fabulous restaurants. We will be back for sure
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy G.

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

What a treasure!

Wish I had more time to write this review. The entire stay was lovely. I do recommend renting a car.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Angela M.

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

Lovely Stay

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. My BF and I brought our kids here for spring break and it was so relaxing. We each had our own bedroom, 3.5 bathrooms was amazing and plenty of hot water when showering. Beautiful and comfortable house, perfect size swimming pool, water temp was great and being right on the ocean was a gorgeous setting. Also, the property is next door to a condo complex and this allowed us to order food and drinks from their kitchen and bar which was convenient and amazing! I wish I could give it 5 stars but there are a couple of things I would improve:1. There is no shade in the backyard. I recommend the owners provide a big umbrella, similar to the neighbor's house, that can provide some shade when laying on the lounge chairs. I like to lay in the sun a bit, but also want a break from the sun and would love to be able to lay on the lounge chairs and read in the shade. There is a table with an umbrella in the middle, but this only provides shade if your sitting at the table, 2. House sits right on the ocean, but not in a swimmable area- not too big of a deal as you can walk a few minutes away and be at a sandy beach. Overall, great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen R.

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

Perfect Mexican Getaway

Casa Azul is a fantastic property, perfect for unwinding and spending time with family and friends. The house has everything you need to cook your own meals, and it's easy to get into any one of the towns nearby for shopping and dining out. The hosts were exceptional in answering questions and I look forward to my next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marcia F.

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

Beautiful House

I stayed at this house for three weeks with my family in January 2024 (6 of us, all adults) and the house is wonderful. We did have a couple of requests that Marianne & Jose (the property manager) took care of us immediately. It was lovely to have our own pool and enjoyed swimming in it daily! The pictures on this site do not do the house justice, it is very roomy and the yard with the pool is a good size as well. The yard does offer some shade as well. We have talked about returning to this property. Marcia
Stayed 19 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

brenda a., Albuquerque, NM

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

Beautiful beach front home

Loved the quiet relaxing yet convenient location for a short car ride to the market
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

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

Great stay! Perfect for a relaxing “not an all inclusive “ break.

Check in here was seamless. Jose is literally a gem. Having housekeepers was amazing for a mom of three boys who needs a break! Pool and beach ( not swimming too rocky) but great for a beer, chair in the water and a good book. Besides a couple geckos , and a big lizard fella who took his morning swim( expected lol) this place was just great. Close to La Cuz and it’s fresh fish market, ten minutes drive to Bucerías for lots of fun. 25 minutes to so many beaches.I’ve travelled the world being a travel agent, but this was a topper for a good family retreat . Clean, fun, lots of space. I’ll be recommending this to my friends Thanks for the memories! Only cons: Night club down the beach could hear music until late, fireworks No Tupperware ( mom thing) Upgraded some spices for new comers they humid out Leaky water cooler but no biggie Jose was awesome when the hot water tank broke and WAS ON IT.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M., San Jose

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

Wonderful time

We had a wonderful time at this home. The design and features of the home were beautiful. My kids enjoyed the pool and the quick access to the beach. Very quiet, clean and relaxing. My only issue was the beds were a bit hard and uncomfortable for my taste. Regardless of that, we would definitely recommend this location for a wonderful vacation getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn & Ryan L., Clear Lake, MB

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

Excellent Property

Beautiful home equipped with everything we required. We walked into Bucerias a couple of times and when we did need a ride we used the app indrive which is similar to Uber and the drivers got us everywhere we wanted to go. Special shout out to Jose the property manager as he went above & beyond with his communication and anything we needed.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory V H.

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

Great vacation getaway!

Jose made sure that our stay from check in to check out were flawless! Two suggestions to enhance the guest experience would be to include an English speaking news channel or two. FOX & CNN? Also a gas grill would have been nice. But overall we enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Gordon C.

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

Stay at Casa de Azul

We enjoyed our stay at Casa de Azul! We had stayed there a few years ago and they have made some good and needed improvements. Hot water in the showers was at times limited. A new water heater might help! The owners and property managers were good to communicate with. Parking at this place is a little awkward and less than ideal, but adequate. Over all this is good place with a beautiful view!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wilnisha S., San Diego

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

What I weekend I had at this breathtaking property!!!!

So, let me start by saying WOW! I just got home today and had to write this review because our stay was amazing. Me and My two sisters rented the property so we had soooo much space but that was the vibe we were going for. We could have stayed in PV and in any hotel we wanted but my goal for our vacation was exclusivity. That's exactly what we got! wow. what an experience!! From the start to finish! My followers on social media were in awe just as much as I was lol. Jose the property manager was very responsive and helpful. I need music at all times and forgot my speaker. Jose brought me a very nice/loud speaker that helped set the vibe even more. We hired the chef that the property managers referred and that was a 5 star experience. Food was amazing and worth every dollar. We also used the list of resturants, drivers, things to do, and such that was given to us when our plans got mixed up (totally on our end). The list was a life saver for us. I really wanted to go to Mar Y Vino in PV but didn't want to drive a hour out (we rented a car like advised which we found helpful. BUT if you don't know how to drive aggressively or you've never driven in Mexico I don't advise you to do such. It can be scary for some folks. ) So I read the list after we got there (should've read it before and even before booking activities) and we hired a driver that was suggested and he was very responsive as well as kind. We contacted him the day of and he made time for us. I'm so grateful for The Barnes and their thoughtfulness they put into every detail. Marianne was extremely responsive and accommodating. Felt like I was renting from family. I will for sure be booking again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna O.

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

The perfect vacation spot!

We loved everything about our stay. The location, the pool, the comfortable interior. We’re already talking about coming back.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Daphne D.

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

Wow is all I can say!

As soon as you walk in you know you are on vacation. Family of 7 ages 10 and up and the house was perfect. Marianne was a breeze to work with, answered my millions of questions within a couple of hours. Jose, the new property manager, is amazing. He was always available for questions or small issues that popped up. A few notes...beach out front is not playable for the kiddos (if you are thinking beach chairs and sand castles) but right next door, at the new condo, there is a lovely beach...the new condo bar and pool area is literally attached to the side of the house and I imagine when it finished, it will be noisy...the beach is not easily walkable if you are thinking long morning beach walks...you definitely need to rent a car (no nearby bus service and taxis can be tricky), we used Gekho Car Rentals and they were amazing, made it very easy for our first time ever driving in Mexico. The pool is awesome, the house is very clean and has everything you would need. My understanding is they are stopping rentals for the summer to do some major upgrades and landscaping, cant wait to see it finished! We stayed for 2 wonderful weeks and would definately go back.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maureen S.

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

Great house for families to gather!

Casa Azul was absolutely perfect for our two-week getaway to the perfect weather of La Cruz! The location is excellent with easy access to both Bucerias and La Cruz towns, Playa Manzanilla and Playa Destiladores (both gorgeous) and other points. Being right on the water - walking out the door to the pool or the rocky beach out front was delightful. The pool is actually a decent size and though not heated, it was refreshing and I enjoyed floating on the supplied various pool toys;-) The house itself is well laid out with a private king suite on the first floor - very convenient. The upstairs has two distinct sections, each with its own bath. That worked out very well when our 2 visiting couples overlapped. The kitchen is well supplied with cookware and serve ware, if you chose to dine in. There is a plethora of great little restaurants nearby, however! We had a few minor home maintenance issues (e.g., light fixtures) at first but they were quickly taken care of. Vanessa, the local property manager was very responsive as was Marianne, the owner. The house itself is quite soundproof, but be prepared to hear music wafting across the water from Bucerias in the evenings. It was usually over by 11 or so. If it's bothersome, you could close the windows and turn on the AC I suppose - we never did as it was so comfortable without it.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey D.

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

Large home with private pool beach view

We stayed 5 nights. House was perfect but needs some updates (which they say are going to happen). Located near La Cruz which was nice for exploring that area and close to Bucerias.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

DeeDee M., Tacoma, Washington

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

Great house, great location.

Really enjoyed our stay. During this crazy covid time it was so nice to have our own private pool. Great location with easy access to main highway to Bucerias and LaCruz.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie & Dwaine K.

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

Spacious, attractive and comfortable vacation home

We had a relaxing holiday in this clean, attractive , spacious vacation home. The furnishings, particularly the beds, were very comfortable. We enjoyed the wonderful view of the Bay , the glorious sunrises over the mountains , the friendly neighbours and the private pool. There is lots to see and do in La Cruz de Huanacaxtle , Bucerias and Puerto Vallarta as well as places north of the house like Punta Mita and Sayulita. We appreciated Marianne 's responsiveness when we were booking the place in particular the detailed instructions for finding the property as the access is quirky. This is an older property so , similar to our own home in Canada, repairs ,replacements and upgrades will always be needed . However Vanessa, the property manager , was quick to respond to our questions and quick at addressing several minor but immediate concerns . She also told us that a couple of needed fixes around the property were in the works. We were a bit disappointed that most of the TV channels were Spanish or Spanish dubbed over English. There is no house phone . As well, in this part of Mexico there is a condo building boom so it is impossible to get away from construction noise. To sum up, the pros far outweigh the cons so we would still highly recommend Casa de Azul and we definitely plan to return to La Cruz next winter. Leslie & Dwaine, Canada
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lana G., Wolfe Island, Ontario, Canada

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

Wonderful stay with family!

Beautiful quiet neighborhood. Vanessa, our property manager was fantastic responding promptly to our needs. Spacious house with plenty of room for our family of eight. Had a memorable stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2021

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