"The next morning, about 15 miles down the coast, I find my Shangri-La, the place I could recommend without reservation or caveat.........because of a sign that simply states Playa Las Tortugas." The Washington Post
Casa Las Palmas in Playa Las Tortugas is your perfect tropical Mexican get away.
Located 70 miles north of Puerto Villarta airport or a 1 1/2 hour drive through areas of old growth jungle and quaint Mexican villages is an isolated open stretch of beach as far as the eye can see. In this coconut palm grove with beautiful manicured gardens, common area pool and active sea turtle sanctuary, is our home away from home.
Our home, with 2 bedrooms on the ground floor each with a full bath, walk in shower and individual beach access with outdoor shower, will meet all your needs.
A winding stairwell guides you to the second floor living/dining/kitchen area with 2 covered patios and 1/2 bath. The views of the beach and gardens are easily enjoyed from this level, while you are cooking in the open kitchen listening to music and visiting with family/guests.
Now take the staircase to the roof terrace with it's own thatched palapa to cook on our grill, sunbathe, play board games, read a book or just sit and listen to the crashing waves on the beach, watch the incredible sunsets, stare at the stars so brilliant you think you can touch them.
The chairs and lounges are so comfortable, the breezes so pleasing and the views so incredible that you may not leave this inviting terrace other than to refill your drink or obtain a snack.
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.
"Playa Las Tortugas is a small, environmentally aware residential community that features rental options on a handful of the striking properties, which range in size from 1,600 to 3,400-square feet, built on what was once a coconut plantation ... A kayak trek around the northern point of Costa Tortuga will bring you to the village of Platanitos. Mexican families flock here for the fresh seafood grilled on wood fires by more than a dozen restaurants ... Coast Magazine
Visit us for great seafood and miles of warm sand beach at Playa Las Tortugas, Riviera Nayarit, Mexico!
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 short walk (maybe 110 yards) to the beach through the common area gardens, and you have a spectacular beach and pool view from our house, framed by coconut palms
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
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!
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.
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.
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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.