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Property Description

“I have the privilege of experiencing a working sea-turtle camp firsthand because I am staying at Playa Las Tortugas, a charming, ecologically minded property on an otherwise uninhabited stretch of pristine beach.......” Alaska Airlines Magazine

Property Details

The lovely, vine-draped, "Casa Luna" (Moon House) at Playa Las Tortugas offers a wonderful tropical experience.

Playa Las Tortugas lies on the west coast of Mexico just 70 miles north of Puerto Vallarta and the Bay of Banderas, in a setting with miles of sandy beach on our west and hundreds of acres of mangrove estuary on our east, nesting habitat for sea turtles and more than 125 species of birds.

Your scenic drive north through areas of old-growth jungle which border the coast is simply spectacular. Before arriving you might select a variety of fresh fruits and coconut products in stands along the road. Optionally we can arrange for transportation for you to and from the airport, and meals prepared by our wonderful cooks can be arranged.

Our Casa Luna is the perfect spot for those interested in visiting a quiet area amidst great natural beauty; for being away from crowds and traffic of the resort beaches in a cleaner environment; where you can enjoy one of the most favorable climates in the world; and, a place that your children and families will enjoy visiting.

Arriving you'll find each of the two large bedroom suites, decorated with rustic furnishings from the artisan community of "Tonalá, has a view directly down through the rows of the coconut palm grove and gardens to the beach. The suites are complemented with colorfully tiled bathrooms in the "Puebla" and "Dolores Hidalgo" talavera tradition. King-sized beds, desks, and access from each bedroom to the beckoning gardens, pool, and ocean help to make your visit enjoyable.

The main floor is comprised of living room, dining area, a well-equipped kitchen including dishwasher, breakfast bar, and a half-bath, designed with comfort in mind. Take the opportunity to enjoy a traditional meal prepared by one of our cooking staff, or make yourself at home in our complete kitchen.

Individual shaded terraces, with that "big blue" Pacific ocean view, connect to the living and dining areas providing a nice space for a relaxed breakfast or afternoon nap.

Up above you'll find a peaceful terrace that spans the entire rooftop, with its own woven-palm shade "palapa". This is a fabulous spot for enjoying the sounds and views of the ocean and estuary, sunbathing, and grilling lunch or dinner. Add a margarita or piña colada and every element is in place for the perfect tropical vacation.

Surrounding Area

Our entire state of Nayarit area enjoys one of the most favorable climates in the world. Average daily year- round temperatures range from highs of 80-85 degrees (perfect beach weather) to lows of 60-70 degrees (perfect sleeping weather).

Swim year round, but consider packing a light sweater for the evenings in the winter months. Rain, when it falls, generally occurs between June and September as night-time or pre-dawn thundershowers.

You can visit small typical Mexican villages, enjoy fresh fish and other local seafood at small rustic beachfront restaurants, tour a tropical river and waterfalls, see historic San Blas, and drive up through the foothills of the Sierra Madre mountains to colonial Tepic where crafts of the Huichol Indians are found.

Playa Las Tortugas has kilometers of uncrowded, clean sand beach, and a number of activities both on property and nearby such as Surfing, Wave Kayaking, Boogie Boarding, Fishing, and Shelling, Canoeing, Whale Watching, Bird Watching, Walking or Running on Miles of warm Sand Beach, and Sea Turtle Conservation activities (during season) at the Sea Turtle Conservation Camp.

Frequently there is one festival or another in small towns within an hour of our location. There are a number of excursions you might take, with or without a guide.

Playa Las Tortugas is located on a section of coastline which is nesting habitat of several species of sea turtle in the beautiful state of Nayarit, Mexico 70 miles north of the Puerto Vallarta (PVR) International Airport and about 50 miles west of Tepic, the colonial capital of Nayarit.

We are happy to arrange transportation for you in our private shuttle, you may rent a car and drive your self which a large number of our guests do, or if you'd like to be more adventurous you may decide to come by bus and local taxi. We can send you details on the numerous car rental companies, or instructions on which buses and local taxis to take including approximate costs.

It's quite easy to find your way from the Puerto Vallarta (PVR) International Airport to Playa Las Tortugas, and the roads are normally well-maintained. Your valid driver's license is accepted in Mexico, and the driving rules are virtually the same as most countries. Write us for a copy of detailed driving instructions and a map. Your scenic drive north from the airport takes less than 2 hours and goes through areas of old-growth jungle and coastal hills.

“ ... a gorgeous, coconut-producing plantation, an 1,100-acre estuary teeming with exotic birds and a turtle camp protecting the endangered olive ridleys ... stylishly designed villas for rent to vacationers or for sale ... Entree Magazine

Visit us to enjoy miles of warm sand beach at Playa Las Tortugas!

Activities

Beach, Surfing, Wave Kayaking, Boogie Boarding

Shelling, Canoeing, Whale Watching, Bird Watching

Walking, Running, or Riding on miles of sand beach

Fishing, Deep Sea Fishing

Shelling, Canoeing, Whale Watching

Sea Turtle Conservation activities

Bicycling, Hiking, Boating

Horseback Riding

Whale Watching

Children's Pool

House Amenities

Air Conditioning: Super quiet mini-split air conditioning for bedrooms

Beachfront: it's a very short walk (less than 100 yards) to the beach and you have a great beach and pool view from our house

Canoes and kayaks available

Ceiling Fans

Cook available

Daily maid service

Entertainment: TV, DVD, CD Player, Stereo System

Full Kitchen: Complete kitchen with cooking accessories and cooking utensils, Blender, Stove, Toaster, Coffee Maker, Oven, Dishwasher, Large Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave

Meal Catering Available: Enjoy meals prepared in your home by our wonderful cooks

Gas BBQ Grill: Weber gas grill beachfront on the upper palapa terrace

High speed internet wireless available

Large covered terrace and sunning terrace, palm-roofed palapa on the upper deck with BBQ grill and hammocks --- our favorite place to relax

Linens Provided: Linen change at mid-stay or every 3 days

King beds in bedroom suites with full baths

Off Street Parking: Parking spaces on the property

Outdoor shower

Pool: Large pool with palapa for the homes at Playa Las Tortugas, includes shallower children's section

Washer: Laundry service available on request Dryer: Laundry service available on request

Pets not allowed

Smoking Not Allowed: No smoking inside please!


Policies

Rental Details

We accept MasterCard and Visa.

Ask about our special "couples" and summer turtle nesting season rates

We are glad to send you more information on activities and meal plans. It's necessary to arrange meals before arrival if you would like to have one of our friendly local cooks prepare traditional Mexican meals for you.

We are happy to arrange transportation for you in our private shuttle, you may rent a car and drive your self which a large number of our guests do, or if you'd like to be more adventurous you may decide to come by bus and local taxi.

There are several acres of common area gardens to wander through, with well over one hundred different types of tropical plants and trees.

The ocean and pool water is warm enough to swim in all year round. There is a property manager on-site to help you with any questions or needs.

Rental Policy

Deposit and Final Payment:
A 50% deposit will confirm your reservation. The balance is to be received 45 days prior to arrival. A deposit is required against damages, as listed under rate information on the Rates & Policies page.

Check In and Check Out:
Check In is available after 4 p.m. on the arrival date of your reservation, or could be earlier the same day by arrangement depending upon occupancy. We will do our best to be flexible with Check In and Check Out times, again depending on occupancy, as we know flight times vary. For travel purposes please take into consideration that Playa Las Tortugas is on MST while the Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR) is on CST, one hour later.

Length of Stay:
All requests will be considered based on availability.

Value-added and Lodging Taxes:
Rental rates include value-added and lodging taxes as applicable.

Cancellations and Refunds:
All rental deposits are 100% refundable until 45 days from the reservation arrival date. Within less than 45 days of arrival deposits except deposits against damage are not refundable unless the property can be re-rented for the dates canceled.
Deposits against damage are 100% refundable if a reservation is cancelled prior to arrival, and the guest will be credited within 10 working days of the cancellation date. For reservations that result in a lodging stay, deposits against damages are refunded within 10 days of departure if no damages were caused by the guest(s) during their stay. If a guest is charged for any damage, a description of those damages will be noted and sent to the guest at their registered e-mail or physical address, and the balance of their deposit against damages will be refunded within 10 working days of the departure date.

Non-Smoking Villas:
Please remember that our home is “Non-Smoking” and that your security deposit may be forfeited in its entirety if you choose to smoke inside of the home.

Third Party Visitors:
The policy of Playa Las Tortugas is to permit only owners, their guests, and rental guests to make use of the facilities. Rental guests are not permitted to invite third parties to visit the property or to use the facilities of Playa Las Tortugas.

Holiday Rentals at Playa Las Tortugas:
Normally only rentals of at least 7 nights will be considered for Christmas, for New Year’s, and at least 5 nights for the Spring Break at Easter. Christmas and New Year’s rentals cannot include both Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve unless the rental is for at least 10 days. Other holidays may require a minimum stay of three nights.
Mexico and U.S. Holidays: Christmas/Navidad & New Year’s Day/Año Nuevo weeks from December 19th thru January 4th; Easter/Semana Santa y Semana de Pascua; Día de la Independencia (weekend and Monday of 16 September); Día de la Revolución (weekend and Monday of 20 November).

Maid Service:
Light maid service is provided every day. Linen changes and more thorough cleaning occur every three days or mid-stay for weekly rentals. There is no maid service on Sundays. Full maid service can be provided on a daily basis for an extra charge.

Arrival Times

11 am

Additional Rate and Deposit Information

Couples** Regular Season (Nov - May) ..... $1100/week or $175/night, 2 guests maximum

Regular Season (Nov - May) ..... $1450/week or $230/night, 3 to 6 guests maximum

Christmas/New Year ...... $2200/week, 1 week minimum, can not include both Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Couples** Summer Season (Jun - Oct) ...... Sea Turtle Nesting Special $925/week or $150/night, 2 guests maximum

Summer Season (Jun - Oct) ...... Sea Turtle Nesting Special Rate $1275/week or $200/night for 3 to 6 guests maximum

Security Deposit of $250 required.

Amenities

• Air Condition
• Washer and Dryer
• DVD Player
• Stove
• Stereo
• Hi-Speed Internet
• King bed
• Pool
• Beachfront
• Ocean View

Rental Rates

USD 150.00 to USD 230.00 per day
USD 925.00 to USD 2,200.00 per week

Owner Details

Name: Adriana Ortiz
Phone: 1-877-287-8905