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Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico

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Casa de la Alegria entrance
full, well equipped kitchen
Interior
Living area
Room

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
La Penita, NAY
  • Bridge of Life
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Tianguis Market
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Playa Beso
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Garden bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico

Welcome to Casa-Pacífico in beautiful Nayarit, Mexico. This unit (Casa de la Alegria) is one of two on the property.

This property is truly a walk-to-the-beach home. Stand in the street in front of the house, turn to your right, and the Pacific Ocean beckons you -- 100 steps away. In addition, there are several cafes in the neighborhood as well as small markets. 6 blocks will take you to the center of La Penita where you will find shops, markets, banks, restaurants and bars - just about anything you need.

The casita itself is a two bedroom, one bathroom unit. A/C for bedrooms. Sit outside in the garden right outside your door for morning coffee, or in the evening, take the stairs to your roof at sunset, while you listen to the waves and catch the ocean breezes. Maybe you'll be lucky enough to be here during one of the many meteor showers! This casita is a detached unit, separate from the main house, and adjacent to the pool. A full kitchen allows you to eat in whenever you like but you are still close enough to town to head in to one of the outstanding cafes and restaurants. A short walk down the beach will take you there in minutes. Or purchase tamales and tortillas from the street vendors in the neighborhood.

A large bathroom and a roomy living space make this the perfect home base while you explore all that Riviera Nayarit has to offer: colonial buildings in nearby towns, surfing in Sayulita, jet-skiing, mountain drives, markets, ruins, hot springs, volcanoes, and miles and miles of beach. You can easily explore the other towns in the area - San Pancho, Rincon de Guaybitos, Los Ayala, and Lo de Marcos. You will be about an hour from Playa las Tortugas and the turtle camp there. San Blas is another hour beyond.

All linens and towels are supplied (including beach towels). Both queen beds have pillow toppers and high thread count sheets. I have tried to equip the home with everything you will need - basic spices, cooking oil, bottled water, etc.) but if there is anything else you require, just ask. The property has two rental units as well as the owner's home. They all share a courtyard and garden as well as a pool.

I am located in Colonia Pescadores in La Penita. This is an authentic Mexican village, not a flashy resort town. It is a quiet, laid-back neighborhood with a true flavor of Mexico. The street is a mix of homes, small local businesses, a few hotels/rentals, a school across the street, and lovely neighbors!


Property manager

Lissa Young

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Pool not fenced; no child proof safety features
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Events

No events allowed
Prior approval of owner; must rent both units
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property. No drug use. Recreational marijuana is NOT legal in Mexico!
No third party bookings. Guests must sign a customized rental agreement. Sample is available on this listing.
Pool and common areas are for guests STAYING at Casa Pacifico only.

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
Note from host: prior approval of owner; must rent both units
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

La Penita de Jaltemba

Located by the sea, this holiday home is in Los Pescadores, a neighbourhood in La Penita de Jaltemba. Bridge of Life and Fisherman's Memorial are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit San Pancho Nayarit Market and Tianguis Market. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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La Penita, NAY

What's nearby

  • Bridge of Life - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Tianguis Market - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Fisherman's Memorial - 6 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Playa Beso - 12 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Playa Freideras - 18 min drive - 7.6 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BBQ Ribs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪En la playita de guayabitos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Avanti - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante la Avenida - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Yesi - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mexican village! 1/2 block to beach! Pool! Casa de la Alegria at Casa-Pacifico located?

Located in Los Pescadores, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Bridge of Life and within 3 miles (5 km) of Fisherman's Memorial and Tianguis Market. Playa Beso and Playa Freideras are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

casa Pacifico

Excellent location. Kind considerate hostess who is also an excellent baker. All as advertised. Recommend without reservation
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J.

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

Fantastic!

Great spot, walking distance to everything. 1/2 a block to the beach with ocean swimming (as long as the waves aren’t too big - that happened only 1 day when we were there). Pool area is nice and you can move the chairs around to get sun all day. Nice little town, quiet, great restaurants and friendly people.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina E.

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

Wonderful In Every Way

We stayed in La Peñita for five days. This property was exactly what we were looking for. close to the beach, two beds, air-conditioned bedroom, full kitchen and a shared pool. We used the pool every day. It was wonderful. There was actually a recliner in the living room, which was great for my back after traveling. The beds were very comfortable. There was plenty of space in the unit, so we didn’t feel cramped at all. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

juan m.

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

Family vaca 2023 2nd rental

Our stay was an amazing one. The room was absolutely beautiful. We had air conditioning, smart t.v., full kitchen set up, beach supplies as well as acces to a pool and pool and a laundry room. The beach was a few feet from the property so their was always a breeze in our balcony. Lisa, the owner of the property was a absolutely wonderful and helpful. She was there whenever we needed help with anything. We travel to La Peñita and guayabitos every year and we usually stay at hotels, but this year our stay with Lisa was by far the best one yet, and we will definitely be coming back again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter W.

Super Clean, Quiet and Very Enjoyable!

Yes, it is really only 1/2 block to a beautiful non-crowded beach! We were either in Lissa's very clean pool or at the beach every day of our trip! Lissa was a great host with a wealth of information, ideas and suggestions about things to do in and around La Penita. She provides a comprehensive book (in the casita) which is very clear and answers a lot of questions. She has done an excellent job making sure you have everything you need - pots, pans, coffee maker, clean beach and bath towels, beach bag, boogie board, reusable shopping bags, dish towels, TV with Netflix & Amazon Prime...you get the picture. We had many questions for Lissa and she was always very accommodating. She even offered to drive me to the store to get medicine for my wife during a heavy tropical rainstorm. Her personal (local) restaurant suggestions were spot on! Make sure you ask her about Lucy and Alex's restaurant which is a 3-minute walk from her place. It is one of those places where you have to know its there because it is basically two people (mother and son) cooking out of their house! There are just a couple of items on the menu and they are only open in the evening on Fri, Sat, Sun but it was some of the best food we ate. My kids who are finicky eaters loved this place! The other place she recommended was La Casita de Irma. This place was absolutely GREAT!!! Definitely, one of our favorites!!! The interesting thing about both these places is they were tastiest, cleanest food and drinks we experienced and they were both the LEAST expensive...Imagine that! Getting back to the Casita (ours was called Casa de Alegria, Casa Pacifico is the entire property) where you will at least be spending some of your time...did I already mention it was clean? No, I think I said Super Clean! It was also really cute and color coordinated inside. The air conditioner worked very well. The water pressure in the indoor shower was very low. That might be a problem for some but it really wasn't a problem for us. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Amazing!

Casa Pacifico is the place you want to stay in La Penita. You won’t be disappointed
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

rod d.

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

lovely place

Lissa's place met our needs perfectly. An easy walk to the beach and town, it was more than comfortable.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene Z., Calgary, canada

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

Casa pacifico

Lissa was an exceptional hostess. She was very helpful and gave us great ideas on what to see and do. Great location, 1/2 block to the beach. We also enjoyed the wonderful private pool and quiet yard.
Stayed 29 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

A vacation oasis in a real Mexican town.

We had a wonderful 24 days at Casa de la Algeria! The property is exactly as pictured and described. We were delighted to find that it is equipped with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and convernient. There are beach chairs and umbrella, pool toys, a generous supply of towels, comfortable poolside lounges, and a marvellously well equipped kitchen including a full size refrigerator and propane stove. Just outside this vacation oasis you step into a real Mexican town with all that that involves including cobble streets, a school, friendly locals, corner stores, restaurants, and of course dogs. We loved it! Lissa is most accommodating; she was kind enough to take us to a local doctor when needed. Her ‘in casa’ visitor guide is helpful and comprehensive. Thanks Lissa. Love to Cricket! We look forward to staying again.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna O.

Nice and welcoming place with great beach nearby

We spent a wonderful Thanksgiving week here in 2016. The house is comfortable, clean and large enough for a family of three. The photos posted by Lissa reflect exactly what the place looks like and it is really pretty and cozy. A/C and ceiling fans made a big difference, especially in the evening. The house, including the kitchen and the bathroom, is fully stocked, and whatever we couldn't find (bar of soap, corkscrew) we bought on Penita's main strip. We got groceries at the supermarket on the way from the airport and ate at least one meal a day at the house. At night, neighbors played loud music, but inside the bedroom we couldn't hear it. The private pool was nice, but the ocean blew it right out of the water. The beach is a few doors down, a two-minute walk. It's about a mile long, and most of the time, there were very few other people on it. The water was very warm and swimmable. Lissa is great. She lives in another house past a beautiful little garden on the same property. Her advice was always spot on. We enjoyed our privacy, and Lissa was there most of the time and happy to help if we needed her. La Penita is a good hour from the airport. We suggest renting a car. We drove around and explored beaches and towns along the coast. Ask Lissa for car rental recommendations. We forgot to and got ripped off, at least a little. The beach was hands-down the best part of the vacation. Staying away from touristy places like Puerto Vallarta was definitely the right decision, too. We had a peaceful and relaxing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Doug L.

Great location

Spent 6 nights and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Our casita was comfortable, and didn't lack in anything we could find. My only caution would be that the 2 bedrooms are only separated by a partial wall, so privacy could be an issue foe some. The patio and pool were lovely, and always provided a shady spot somewhere for those hot Mexican afternoons. The location was great, being about 2 minutes from beach, which was always near-empty when we were there, and made for a really nice walk to Centro, and especially back at sunset. The owner is a full-time resident, and happy to provide suggestions about the area (ie. Go for the Limonada at Irma's, delicious and super refreshing). If you're looking for a true Mexican town, LA Penita is a perfect example. Great people, authentic food, dusty cobblestone streets, chickens and laid back dogs everywhere. If you're uncomfortable with that type of area, stay at a resort. If you're looking for real Mexico, I'd highly recommend staying here.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and fabulous

I enjoyed my stay in this casita immensely. It is definitely not the resort experience-thank goodness! Pros: inviting enclosed courtyard; hammocks in the shade; pool with pool floats; small, but well equipped kitchen; ceiling fans throughout; bedrooms air conditioned; walk to the beach is super short; beach towels and beach chairs provided; outdoor shower to rinse off sand and salt; washer and dryer; walk to Avenida shopping and restaurants took only ten minutes or so. Cons: street is dusty and cobbled like all the other ones in town. Owner added tables next to lounge chairs by the pool the last day I was there. Remodel of kitchen and bath scheduled for April, I am excited to see the changes! I will definitely stay here next time I take a Mexico vacation.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

deb f., Illinois

Not As Described.

I began email discussions with the owner on November 25, 2015 about renting the place for a month beginning February 7, 2016. I arrived the evening of February 7 and on February 8 was told to vacate the premises. The owner was insulted that I told her that her place was not as described in the numerous emails we shared, or her ad on VRBO. It was different in so many ways, that I asked for a refund. She complied with a check for two-thirds of my rental and then stopped payment on the check after she EVICTED me. This remodel sits between two empty derelict bldgs. The owner designed a bathroom area for her dogs right when you walk in the entry-way. Be prepared for the look and smell of urine and dog feces as you enter the grounds just to the right of the door. The two dogs are not excessively noisy but they do bark. The casita itself...the front door only opens 1/3 of the way. The beds are comfortable and the sheets have that high thread count that she mentions in all her advertising. Supposedly this makes a huge difference in the quality of your vacation, but she neglects to mention that the window screens have rips and tears that mosquitos get thru...and this side of town has lots of mosquitos. The bathroom hardly accomodates one person and the shower is moldy and mildewy with very little water pressure from a shower spigot that is plugged with years of scale. And bugs...if you like your bathroom with bugs, this one is crawling (literally!) with them. In and out of the shower drain, along the baseboards. She will tell you that every place has bugs. I will tell you, that is simply not the case. There is no chance you will feel the ocean breeze in the small, cramped courtyard. Nor will you hear the surf from this location. The bungalows are directly across the street from a schoolyard playground. The kids are out there early. There is also a marching band with an enthusiastic snare drum player. They practice late into the evening. If the school is not in session and the band is not practicing, you can hear stereophonic rock and roll cranked up to its loudest volume from the numerous apartments and parked wrecked vehicles in the area. When I mentioned the noise to the owner on the morning of February 8, 2016 she became very offended by my "abusive" attitude and asked me "what should she have said?" Lol...how about "there is a school directly across the street." Sadly the ocean is not 100 steps away. It is a few blocks away and main street is a long dusty walk
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey K.

Excellent stay

The casita on this property was very cute, clean, and an all around great place to stay while in La Penita. I came with two friends on a girls trip and we had plenty of room. We loved the pool right out front, and felt very safe! The beach is very close, a short walk away. We had a great time!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kathryn A.

Authentic experience in La Penita.

I had a very good stay at Lissa's casita. Lissa is a terrific hostess; she went out of her way to make sure I had dinner on my first night along with a trip to the grocery store, and was always ready with advice and contacts to provide whatever I needed. The casita is surrounded with a lovely terrace, pool, lounge chairs and hammocks, and has good beds and all that is needed to cook. It's still a bit of a work in progress as the rooftop terrace is soon to be finished, and some of the furniture is still to be replaced. It is as advertised, just a block to a nearly empty beach, even in high season. Just an easy 10 minute walk along the beach leads to town which is not overly tourist filled. You will however find plenty of N. Americans who come to stay for longer periods. This is not a fancy resort town but a more authentic Mexican experience, just what I wanted. You will encounter chickens, dogs barking, lots of children, and there is a school across the street. The nights were peaceful and I loved swinging in the hammock and watching the stars. Lissa also has a one bedroom apartment with a large private terrace that she rents more on a long term basis. I can't stress enough that Lissa is warm and helpful and made it very easy to get set up in the town. I recommend her and her rental!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing , quiet, but close to everything

My stay in this lovely casita was just what I needed to de-stress! The beach was not cramped with people, and the waves were soothing (not roaring for surfers as a few miles down the coast). Even though the ocean is so close, the pool felt like heaven after shopping and sightseeing. The amenities were plentiful: towels, nice sheets, bottled water, kitchen stuff, etc. the owner was considerate and gracious with good knowledge of restaurants, shopping, etc.

About the host

Hosted by Lissa Young

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I'm a native of Colorado but have traveled all over the world. I kept returning to Mexico. I usually stay in rental homes, and decided I needed one of my own. After a career in an office, the openness of the beach and the Pacific appealed to me. When I retired, I chose La Penita as my new home.

Why they chose this property

I love Mexico, its people and culture, and its climate. I see the Pacific right down the street every time I leave the house. What's not to love? I wanted a place that was close to an international airport for the convenience for family and friends, but far enough away to be out of the frenzy of the tourist areas. My neighborhood is a slice of Mexican life - families, businesses, a school, recreation, great neighbors - and I am in the middle of it, drinking in all that La Penita has to offer.

What makes this property unique

The location to the beach is a big plus. I enjoy the walled courtyard and pool as well as the detailed brickwork in the homes themselves. The neighborhood provides a realness that is often missing in the resort areas. Since I live on the property as well, I am available should you need anything. I'll leave you alone if you want, but am here if you need assistance or recommendations. Need more space? Ask about additional one bedroom on property!

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