Title: EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside Vacation home with kitchen, near San Pancho Nayarit Market ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993600/36cac166.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993600/4b2a0265.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993600/18cb041f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993600/31b11b65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/19000000/18993600/18993600/0daaf8e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to San Pancho Nayarit Market, EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside provides golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA (The Nest of the Turtle) is a little casita nestled into the hillside and cozied up under the Big House (LA CASA QUE CANTA -- The House the Sings). When you enter the courtyard of the property you need to go down two flights of stairs to get to EL NIDO. It is located just a few steps away from the Family Pool, which was designed to be both safe and a constant delight to children of all ages. It has a complete kitchen, a small but comfortable sitting area inside, and a sunny one outside. It has two bedrooms -- the master bedroom has a king-sized bed; the other room is a bunk room with a set of bunk beds. Its bathroom has dual showers. You might wonder what makes EL NIDO special. The initial inspiration came from the fact that San Pancho is a turtle sanctuary and we wanted to honor the great work of Grupo Ecológico de la Costa Verde. Keeping with the sense of a sanctuary, we wanted our NEST to be small, safe, distinctive, and like any self-respecting turtle's nest, grounded. In keeping with that initial inspiration, our architect/interior design team created a tropical forest motif for the bathroom with its two showers and timbers providing the supply of water and lighting. The bathroom sink is onyx. The marble gives evidence of the antediluvian past with all kinds of crustacean fossils. A couple of stone turtles will share this most intimate part of the NEST, the double shower. Likewise the bunk room feels like a tree house. The sitting area and the kitchen are filled with Mexican artifacts -- tiles, masks, wall hangings, carefully and expertly carved pine furniture. 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. EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA is one of three houses in this complex. LA CASA QUE CANTA is above the NIDO. A second home, the CASITA CELESTIAL is further down the hill. The entire property has purified water which means it's not necessary to drink bottled water. If you look at the photo of the back of the property, you can see the entrance to EL NIDO on the lower left side, on the same deck as the pool. It is very private, a five minute walk to the beach and another 20 to town. You will not hear the sounds of any other guests, but you will hear the beating of the surf and the rustling of the palm fronds. You will also hear the singing of the birds and the cackling of the Chachalacas. SAN PANCHO is a haven. It is 50 minutes north of the airport in Puerto Vallarta. It has about 2000 to 2500 Mexican Nationals and a moderate presence of Gringoes, but is now growing rapidly. There is a high level of respect for the Mexican culture among those who have chosen to live in San Pancho. The restaurants are excellent. The beach is beautiful and not overloaded with people. There are many activities available-- from attending polo matches to going on birding walks (we are a bird sanctuary), to being present when the infant turtles are released into the perils of the ocean. And, of course, the weather is ideal. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Concierge services - Housekeeping (limited availability) - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near the sea ### Things to do - Golf - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74490000/74483200/74483173/2fd087f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely 3 Bedroom with Infinity Pool / Private Beach San Francisco - Pool - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=74483173&PinnedHotelID=74483173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34400000/34392600/34392561/4b190ac8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Unique home with fabulous views of the ocean and jungle San Francisco - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=34392561&PinnedHotelID=34392561&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91890000/91884800/91884704/89e56591.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Villa Magnolia, Lux condo, steps from the beach. 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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 transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as EL Nido Tortuga Poolside Cozy Casita Nestled Hillside House EL Nido Tortuga Poolside Cozy Casita Nestled Hillside EL Nido Tortuga Poolside Cozy Casita Nestled Hillside House EL Nido Tortuga Poolside Cozy Casita Nestled Hillside House ## About the area Located in San Francisco, this vacation home is by the sea. Shoppers can check out San Pancho Nayarit Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Punta de Mita Beach and Playa Bucerías. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our San Francisco travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco.dx6053408) [View more Vacation homes in San Francisco](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6053408-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C20.91350%2C-105.40911&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Yjb4wNwf59XIBPj6WPKMU_htN9w=) San Francisco (San Pancho), NAY ### What's nearby - Playa San Francisco - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - San Pancho Nayarit Market - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Sayulita Beach - 12 min drive - 8.4 km - Sayulita Square - 12 min drive - 8.4 km - Playa los Muertos - 14 min drive - 9.6 km ### Getting around - Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 40 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Mariscos Barracuda - ‬5 min drive - ‪La Perla - ‬6 min drive - ‪Cafe Paraiso - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tierra Tropical Beach Club - ‬15 min walk - ‪La Taza de Café - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside located? > Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Playa San Francisco and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from San Pancho Nayarit Market. Las Huertas Golf Club and Angelical Spa are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## EL NIDO DE LA TORTUGA -- A Poolside, Cozy Casita Nestled Into the Hillside Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 40 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alea W. Feb 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay at this Casita We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The space was clean, spacious, and comfortable. It was far enough away from town for relaxing and quiet evenings, but an easy trip in to enjoy all the conveniences of town. We loved the walk to town each day (a bit long for some, but we loved it) and enjoyed the nearby beach. ##### Alea W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwynne B. Mar 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Another lovely week in this idyllic spot It couldn't have been better. A lovely, lovely place that has become our Mexican home away from home. ##### Gwynne B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter K. Apr 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent edge of town retreat Super well maintained retreat on the north edge of the beach. Marie was very helpful and available ##### Peter K. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissy B. Apr 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Stay! We had an excellent stay at this beautiful property. Everything was extremely clean and in great condition. The bedrooms were comfortable and air conditioned. Check in was easy and the guidebook provided us with important information that helped us plan our stay. We (and our toddler) loved ending each afternoon in the beautiful pool. San Pancho is an amazing town and we would definitely return. ##### Chrissy B. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwynne B. Mar 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### FABULOUS This rental was so perfect for our family. The setting is magnificent. The owners are delightful people. Couldn't have been better. ##### Gwynne B. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### toni t., Where do you live? Feb 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nido de la Tortuga My stay was very relaxing. Marie was a helpful concierge and Bill and Melissa were very friendly! Marie set up a ride from the airport to the property and the driver was very good as well. The property is absolutely gorgeous and the pool was refreshing. San Pancho is such a cute little town. Would definitely visit again! ##### toni t. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry G. Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything we wanted and more ... What a beautiful property. Absolutely amazing pool area. Melissa and Maria made us feel like family. It was a great vacation made even better by this gem of a rental and the people who run it. Thank you for the wonderful week in paradise. ##### Larry G. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen W. Jan 24, 2018 #### Romantic This house is wonderful. Fully equipped and in a wonderful location. We rented the Casita and fortunately had the entire place to ourselves during our stay. Short walk to the beach and town and very private. The staff were phenomenal people and so helpful. Looking forward to staying here again. ##### Stephen W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jesse t. Jan 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet tropical getaway We had a lovely time here with William and Melissa as host to there beautiful home. The place was quiet and secluded in between tropical forest and nature sounds. The beach was close walk and the local food was amazing. I would recommend this place to anyone e and we an on coming back. ##### jesse t. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred B. May 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastically Relaxing Jungle Oasis Wonderful unit with all the comforts for a most relaxing visit to San Pancho with the sound of yer ocean and birds chirping away. Full kitchen was a blessing and the swimming pool was fantastic for a dip in the afternoon. The bed was extremely comfortable and it was easy to walk or taxi to town (or golf cart if you so desired). Fantastic restaurants in San Pancho, mercado on Tuesday, incredible sunsets at the beach every night. Highly recommend Villa de Vistas!!!! ##### Fred B. Stayed 11 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### AVq6utsAAACqAQICAHhRqf5uyCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAEoRFPdtaz25DlXpyTf4r5oAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMJbeM2wl3Ra4AXBEOAgEQgC0DhCJRVZvvLZ4cbJyKYmMjhTaxAdYpAzB8D2PWf4wxnfNAm2ItQve1frVdBYOeFtMPM6aynOUx4bH++XLxfMCpjF7X36NQJIgPJ1pwJCw A. Apr 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fun, Sun, and Friends Melissa and Bill were delightful hosts, assisting us with planning and giving us ideas about things to do on our visit. It was like being with family. My daughter, grandchildren, and I had a great time in San Pancho and surrounding communities. It's the perfect location to relax and enjoy the beach, pool, restaurants, and activities such as surfing, boating, and even watching a polo match! ##### AVq6utsAAACqAQICAHhRqf5uyCh4rhrpAEcd0Lr3O2ECPWffSl2fK29sG1pXlAEoRFPdtaz25DlXpyTf4r5oAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb3DQEHATAeBglghkgBZQMEAS4wEQQMJbeM2wl3Ra4AXBEOAgEQgC0DhCJRVZvvLZ4cbJyKYmMjhTaxAdYpAzB8D2PWf4wxnfNAm2ItQve1frVdBYOeFtMPM6aynOUx4bH++XLxfMCpjF7X36NQJIgPJ1pwJCw A. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige W., Aledo/TX Jan 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Getaway The property itself was beautiful! The tilework on every step leading to and from the property and down to the beach was incredible as was the tile mosaic on the pool. It was simply a stunning estate in the midst of a jungle, and we were enchanted! Thank you for the wonderful assistance from Marie and Iris. We hope to come back and highly recommend this place to anyone and everyone. ##### Paige W. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John G. Mar 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Las Brisas Extraordinary hosts and support staff. Accommodations were perfect. Villa de Vistas could only have been created and maintained by a family who love and honor one another as well as their San Pancho with its tropical jungle, peaceful trade winds, warm pool, imaginative dining options and beautiful beach. Hopefully, we can continue to respect, protect and honor this offering to be cherished. ##### John G. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathleen H., Portland, Oregon Apr 6, 2019 #### Special place in a special town We absolutely loved everything about our stay at El Nido de la Tortuga in the gorgeous and generous community of San Pancho. The casita had everything we needed for the four of us (two adults and two kids) to unwind and feel at home. Bill and Melissa were the most gracious hosts, and we enjoyed getting to know the other family staying on the property as well as Rodrigo and Iris, who were so friendly and helpful during our stay. We'll be back in a heartbeat! ##### Kathleen H. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie G. Dec 9, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Very quiet. Beautiful. In the jungle. Felt Like an extension of home ##### Julie G. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carol B., Willits, CA Jan 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Villa We loved everything about our stay. The villa was well equipped, artfully built, beautifully landscaped with a pleasant (though steep) walk through tropical plants and down a road to an amazing sparsely populated beach. We walked to town in the mornings via the beach where there were more people and beach action. The pool was the perfect temperature and we enjoyed coming home and taking a swim at the end of the day. The gracious hosts, Melissa and Bill were in the main house when we were there and we enjoyed meeting them and hearing their story. Marie, the concierge, was very responsive and helpful! All in all, we had a wonderful time & felt very grateful for our relaxing get-away. ##### Carol B. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy A., Victoria, BC Mar 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family beach vacation We loved this property! The kids spent a lot of time in the pool. The village of San Pancho is beautiful but has changed a lot and is getting more expensive. The property is too far to walk to town if you have kids but we rented a golf cart to solve that and it turned out that the kids absolutely loved the golf cart lol. Our hosts Melissa and Bill are very kind and lovely people and it was a pleasure to meet them. Our concierge Marie was very helpful organizing things for us before we arrived like a private chef to come to our place and tours/local advice. We can’t wait to come back! ##### Amy A. Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna S. Feb 24, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, wonderful hosts This property is stunning! The whole villa is just gorgeous - coming home to it every afternoon after a day of explorations felt like a real treat. There are stunning views in a jungle-like environment, a pool perfect for all ages, and lots of space to lounge and eat outside. El Nido is so convenient being right on the pool and deck level. We felt the unit was bigger than we expected, with plenty of room for our family of four. The steps down to the beach are so fun and were totally manageable. Though the beach itself was too rough for us to go in, we enjoyed jumping over waves and just playing in the sand - it's a gorgeous beach! We were lucky enough to be there while the owners and their family were there - all so nice, helpful, and accommodating. This is a really special place and we really can't imagine staying anywhere else in San Pancho now! ##### Anna S. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason K. Apr 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent! Do yourself a favor and stop looking around and book this property! You'll be so glad you did. We really enjoyed our stay here. Bill and Melissa are wonderful people and great hosts!! They were very responsive with our questions prior to booking and throughout our stay. We were on the fence as to whether or not to get a car and we did end up renting one from Gecko in PV. It came in handy to get us to and from the airport, to get groceries for the week on the way to the property, and to Sayulita to get our COVID tests prior to our flight home. We also used it to go to La Launcha beach for some surfing. Otherwise we just walked into town for breakfasts and dinners when we felt like it. The walk was easy either on the beach or on the roads. We really enjoyed just spending time at the property though and relaxing in and around the pool! This vacation was exactly what we needed and Bill and Melissa couldn't have been better hosts. They have put so much work and love into their property and it shows. You can tell it gives them joy to share this beautiful place with others. And San Pancho is totally worth visiting! ##### Jason K. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William B. Mar 6, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful location exceptional service and space We had a lovely time staying in San Pancho - the food was fantastic in town and the vrbo was exactly what we wanted for our family of 4. ##### William B. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melanie M., Park city utah Jun 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luxury vacation home We had a wonderful stay at El Nido De La Tortuga! It was a beautiful, well equipped and meticulously maintained property. Iris was so helpful in getting us to the home and showing us around. All of the caretakers were very friendly. The home was a quick 5 minute walk to the beach and another 10-15 walk in to town. San Pancho was a lovely town, and more our mellow speed than Sayulita, but it was close enough to check out other beaches than San Pancho. Bill's instructions, recommendations and guidance was very thorough and gave us much information to assist us in our stay. Would highly recommend this beautiful property. Thanks! ##### Melanie M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle R. Apr 28, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Propriété impeccable Nous avons adoré notre expérience à la Villa. Tous les petitsplus y était: cadeau à notre arrivée, les bases pour cuisiner (huile, poivre, sel, etc), cuisine complète, propreté impeccable, savon et shampoing. L'endroit est juste merveilleusement beau. Le jardin est incroyable, la piscine parfaite et le personnel est plus qu'attentionné. Mélissa répond dans l'heure qui suit et est une hôtesse très attentionnée. Nous avons passé finalement la majorité de notre temps à profiter de la Villa. Cette dernière est situé à quelques minutes de la plage et à 15 minutes à pied du village. C'est un endroit paradisiaque que je recommande pleinement. À voir! ##### Isabelle R. Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jesse D., Calgary, Canada Jan 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Stay! Bill and Melissa are fantastic hosts and amazing people. We felt very lucky to find their place during our time in Mexico. Melissa has created such a wonderful oasis with every detail thought through. The quality of the Nido is incredible and feels very luxurious. It was also impeccably clean. We were travelling with our 7 month old and it had everything we needed - high chair, full kitchen, pool toys, and even a pack n play. We were initially hesitant with the distance from town before booking but it did not bother us at all! The beach is less than 5 mins away and it is closer to the quieter and nicer end of the beach. The walk to town was a nice 20 min walk along a quiet road or along the beach. If we had an older child we would probably rent a golf cart (and saw many other families do the same!). I cannot recommend this place enough! We will definitely be back to this perfect little oasis. Thanks again Melissa and Bill! ##### Jesse D. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shelley W. May 16, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxation and tranquility Bill and Melissa's property is absolutely stunning. We stayed in El Nido, which was the perfect size, and right by the pool, which was heavenly. You can hear the ocean waves, and all the jungle birds singing. It was like paradise. So relaxing, so tranquil, so beautiful! ##### Shelley W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margarete D. Mar 16, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Jungle Paradise we enjoyed our stay very much. It was quiet (except the noisy Birds) a really amazing Place and close to all Restaurants. ##### Margarete D. 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