Beach House Vacation Rental Playa Las Tortugas, Pacific Ocean - Nayarit, Mexico
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| Casa Amarilla at Playa Las Tortugas is your quiet oasis on miles of palm-lined beach north of Puerto Vallarta. Experience indescribable sunsets while sipping something fruity and tropical from a coconut, grilling on the BBQ, or enjoying a glass of wine by the pool.
Watch a formation of pelicans fly just over the wave tops, or see whales breach and dolphins play practically in your vast front yard.
"The next morning, about 15 miles down the coast, I find my Shangri-La, the place I could recommend without reservation or caveat. I almost miss it as I vacillate about whether to follow a dirt road because of a sign that simply states Playa Las Tortugas." The Washington Post
Paddle by canoe or kayak through the tidal mangrove estuary to see mulitudes of tropical birds endemic to this
beautiful state. Have a relaxing and intense massage under the palapa by a talented massage therapist. Take in the aroma of blooming plumeria and just....relax.
Enjoy a traditional meal prepared by our wonderful cook accompanied by a glass of Chilean wine or a sip of tequila. Sample the real taste of flan or a tres leche cake or make yourself at home in the gourmet kitchen.
Casa Amarilla has spacious bedrooms with king-sized and queen-sized beds, each with their own private bath, and accented with custom-made cedar doors and windows. Your master bedroom suite is complete with it's own terrace looking right down on the beach.
Each bathroom has a unique and interesting design with custom sinks such as onyx or other stone, and the master suite and second suite have great views from the showers. There's an additional 1/2 bath for your dinner guests.
The living room's domed ceiling has incredible acoustics for your choice of music on the stereo. Furnishings were custom made in the artisan town of Tlaquepaque and Guadalajara, and designed by the owners.
The living and dining areas open out to a large terrace and your own swimming pool. The pool and gardens are a treat, full of color and tropical aromas. Enjoy breakfast by the pool with a cup of robust Mexican coffee and freshly squeezed juice.
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.
"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. Next to a tidal estuary lined with mangroves '''where I spend a glorious afternoon in a canoe, spotting roseate spoonbills and great blue herons,among other bird species''...."this property demonstrates the value of conscientious development." Alaska Airlines Magazine
We hope you'll enjoy our home in sunny, warm Mexico!
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| Amenities
| 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: Over 120 feet of beachront and 180 degree beach view!
Beach towels and beach chairs
Canoes and kayaks available
Ceiling Fans
Cook available
Daily maid service
Entertainment: TV (Satellite), DVD, CD Player, Stereo System
Full Kitchen: Complete custom 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 main terrace
High speed internet wireless available
Large covered terrace and sunning terrace, palm-roofed palapa
Linens Provided: Linen change at mid-stay or every 3 days
King and queen beds in all bedroom suites
Off Street Parking: Parking spaces on the property
Outdoor shower
Pool: Private pool plus Large pool with palapa for the homes at Playa Las Tortugas
TV (Cable/Satellite)
Washer: Laundry service available on request
Dryer: Laundry service available on request
No Pets 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.
Booking Conditions
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.
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.
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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 Casa Amarilla, Playa las Tortugas, as seen from the beach
 Your master bedroom with terrace, full bath, and spectacular view
 View from the master bedroom
 Your own pool on the front terrace, next to the palm-roofed palapa and BBQ grill
 Sunny, well-equipped gourmet kitchen
 Second bedroom suite, full bath, great view from shower
 View from the second bedroom shower
 Stroll, run, or horseback ride down 5 miles of sand beach
 The sunsets are frequently indescribable
 Surfing, kayaking, boogie boarding, and sunning are always in season
 Aerial view of Playa Las Tortugas |