Location: Ajijic, Lake Chapala, Jalisco, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (30 Minutes from Guadalajara Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5 Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House
Mexican Sunrise House...Hola! Your hosts are the Gutman's who reside in Ajijic.
Wake up every morning to a Mexican sunrise in a Brand New Home. Why not rent your very own two-story Mexican designed home? The Mexican Sunrise House is located in the most desirable area of Ajijic-Las Salvias area. This exquisite home is in walking distance to everything and set into the hills with a lake and mountain-view. Did you know that Ajijic has some of the best year round climates in the world? No wonder it is called "the land of eternal spring" and hosts "the" largest number of U.S. and Canadian ex-pats in the world!
Are you considering retirement? This home will certainly give you the true flavor of our village. Ajijic is an excellent getaway to a mild climate and a chance to experience the authentic Mexican life. Enjoy a brilliant sunrise, church bells, fragrant flowers and be peaceful in the hills of this village. This BRAND NEW home is secured and located in a very safe area where you can walk the village streets- Ajijic is a 500 year old romantic cobblestone village.
Centrally located, the Mexican Sunrise House is a charming two story home with two bedrooms and a full bathroom on the upper level. The downstairs includes a large living room with French doors and large windows, open concept kitchen, breakfast bar, half-bathroom and covered terrassa for outdoor dining. There is secure parking if you choose to bring or rent a car during your stay in Ajijic. Our guests tell us it is a home away from home.
The spectacular terrace off the master bedroom has exceptional views of the lake and mountains. Don't be surprised if it calls you to sip your first cup of coffee in the morning while watching the sun rise over the village. The master bedroom has an American queen-size pillow top bed, custom built in closets and high "cupola" ceiling. All linens and towels are quality fabrics, understanding the needs of spoiling our guests. All the rustic furniture is hand painted by a local artist. The master bathroom includes: Mexican tiled sink, shower with a built in tiled sitting bench, and stained glass windows.
The second bedroom has a high-riser(day bed) that sleeps two, feather beds for that European comfort, as well as an elegant hand painted rustic desk to set up your laptop computer. High speed internet access is already set up for you. A large window with views of the mountain creates a quiet charm and rustic beauty.
As you descend the staircase an artistic stained glass window allows light into the home and adds more Mexican charm. The downstairs area has lots of windows and French doors to create a bright and airy feeling. Mexican arches and nooks are set off by dramatic lighting and "boveda" Mexican styled ceilings. Relax and watch your favorite TV programs or listen to your favorite music on the satellite TV with hundreds of stations: sports, CNN, BBC, movies, music, etc. (we have Canadian and U.S. programs)
The Mexican crafted kitchen has all the modern appliances and designed for easy living. You can prepare meals while still being part of the living area. The kitchen includes a large pantry, gas oven and stove top, microwave oven and triple filtered water.
Protected from the sun you can enjoy the downstairs terrace and enjoy dining out in the evening. A Mexican tiled fountain provides you with a quiet Zen moment and you will understand why you are in paradise as the tropical ceiling fans provide cool breezes.
For your convenience: US washer and dryer, storage room for golf clubs and sports equipment, secured off street parking.
We also like to remind you that we have another home, The Mexican Jewel House-VRBO #104029 that is close by for families and friends that want to enjoy their visits together, but maintain their privacy and comfort. Just ask for both homes if you are considering multi-family/friend visits to our village.
Maid and gardener services are included as are gas, electric and local phone calls. There are absolutely no hidden charges!
We've taken the pleasure to supply you with a list of our favorite restaurants, shops, village outdoor market days and full day outings to artistic and historical cities. We enjoy stocking the fridge with a few goodies to get you going the first day you arrive and you can certainly pop down the street for some fill-ins. This home is so well located that many visitors never use their cars. Just three streets away you will find a variety of small fruit and vegetable markets, 2 fish markets and a small grocery store. You can stock up on our local produce and enjoy the fresh foods.
Only 3 minutes from The Mexican Sunrise House, we have our very own baker (Pan). Walk down the cobblestones to the original rustic bakery and buy warm fresh rolls every morning, croissants, sweet rolls (pan dulce) and have an authentic experience with our local baker who speaks English! Once inside this amazing bakery-you can special order: bagels, baguettes, whole wheat croissants and cactus bread.
If you are here for affordable plastic surgery, dental work or medical treatments-this home is a perfect place to be peaceful. A complete dental cleaning is just $40, hour-long massages are $28 and you can choose from more "spoiling" during your stay.
Remember – location, location, location! Just a short stroll away and you are at the main plaza with over 40 international restaurants, local artist galleries, shops and the true Mexico, at your feet. Walk the cobblestone streets, get caught in the local sights and sounds of the village, and enjoy what over 7,000 North Americans call home.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- Other Amenities
- Ceiling fans in every room, Mexican crafted ceilings, stained glass windows, hand painted furniture
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly : We take a $500 deposit for children.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Spanish classes, tours of Guadalajara, trips to Tequila, San Miguel Allende, Mexico City and other cities in the vicinity
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
May 1st - Sep.30th $550/week $1900/month
Oct. 1st - Apr 30th $700/week $2400/month
Any guests in addition to first two are $50/week (or fraction therof) per person
Any additional night is $110 per night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Property Photos
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- Mexican Sunrise House - Lake Chapala Rental House
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- Mexican crafted kitchen - Lake Chapala Rental House
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- Enjoy your morning coffee watching a Mexican sunrise - Lake Chapala Rental House
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- Mexican bedroom, queen bed, 'cupula' ceiling, and outside terrace
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- Covered downstairs 'terraza'
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- Mexican tiled bathroom
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- Stained glass window
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- Comfortable living area
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- An evening view of main church in Ajijic. Lake Chapala in background
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- Tranquil fountain for your relaxation
Traveler Reviews (33)
Nice central spot in Ajijic
Guest: Gail
(Victoria BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/21/11
Review Submitted: 02/04/12
Excellent house for two , could handle four in a pinch. Location was perfect for us a we could walk to every where in the Village , busses just moments away to all lakeside communities and Guad. We did not need a car for three week stay . House is well stocked ,well cared for and our host Leo was helpful and gracious . We like Ajijic !! W & G
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
Georgette(New York)
Guest: g p.
Date of Stay: 01/14/12
Review Submitted: 01/28/12
Our recent vacation to this home was great. The house is immaculate and beautifully decorated with Mexican tiles and stained glass. Very comfortable furniture and beds, made for an enjoyable relaxing stay. Neighborhood people are very friendly. Very close to town and no need for a car..all within walking distance. Thanks for the company of Cali, the belgian shepherd. We will be back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Best Sunrise view over Lake Chapala
Guest: Dundee
(Memphis,TN)
Date of Stay: 12/26/11
Review Submitted: 01/14/12
My family and I spent a wonderful couple of weeks in the Mexican Sunrise House this past December 2011. Leo is a very gracious host that has put a great deal of effort and thought in his homes. Leo is attentive to details and his "info pack" that comes with your booking was invaluable - best restaurants, directions, do's/dont's etc. Very tasteful decor, clean with all the furnishings you expect from a high end rental. On site parking was important to me as we had a rental. Neighbors were friendly. Walking distance to town and all "attractions" but far away from traffic noise. Garden with fountain is imaculate and restful to the soul. "Cali" to Austrian Shepherd comes and visit every day too - give him a hug from me. Kick back and enjoy! We did!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Christmas in Ajijic
Guest: cyn
(USA)
Date of Stay: 12/18/11
Review Submitted: 12/30/11
Everything for our stay was very well provided for including Leo, our gracious host, checking periodically to make sure we were comfortable. Great way to experience Ajijic.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Chris and Carol
Guest: Chris
(Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 10/31/11
Review Submitted: 11/12/11
This house helped make our trip a wonderful experience! We could walk to the Plaza, restaurants, and the beautiful malecon along the lake. Groceries and a good take out chicken place are just a few minutes walk away. The Charter Club tour office is only a few blocks away and their range of day tours are well worth checking out. We went to the Teuchitlan pyramids and also the Guadalajara tour. Leo is the perfect host and helped make our week there at Ajijic a really great experience. This is a great house and a great location. It fully lived up to its description. Thanks, Leo!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
A Wonderful Experience
Guest: Joe
(Palm Springs, Ca.)
Date of Stay: 07/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/08/11
Leo is extremely helpful, charming and witty. We thoroughly enjoyed his company. His philosophy and focus helped us to make up our minds and we are now planning to move to the Lake Chapala area. We can't thank him enough for his kindness and direction. Both houses are beautiful. Hoping to see you soon Leo.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.
Esta casa es el mejor lugar para alojarse en Ajijic! No se puede pedir más!
Guest: Karen
(Pennsylvania)
Date of Stay: 07/22/11
Review Submitted: 08/05/11
(This house is the best place to stay in Ajijic! You can't ask for more!) This casita should be called "Heavenly House" because once you walk inside, you'll find a peaceful, calming environment where everything you could possibly want is provided. Beyond the delighful goodies in the fridge, you'll discover a fully equipped kitchen, water so pure you can drink it directly from the faucet, and a shower with plenty of hot water and pressure....not to mention an incredibly comfortable queen-sized bed for a solid night's sleep. The location couldn't be better, too! A short walk to get a meal or a loaf of bread (Leo will direct you to the best baker ever!), this house offers you the opportunity to live amongst the locals and experience a "real" Mexico....something you won't be afforded in a hotel or bed and breakfast. I think most of the reviewers here and anyone else who is fortunate to stay at Sunrise would agree -- you'll never want to leave! Kudos to Leo (an incredibly kind and generous host who understands your needs, concerns, and want for privacy) and to Cali (what a wonderful, friendly, fun "little" puppy!) for offering Sunrise House to visitors!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.
cute house in Ajijic
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/27/11
A very pretty and very comfortable 2 bedroom house just off the main street through Ajijic, only about 10 minutes' walk or a couple of minutes' drive from the Lake Chapala shoreline. Would highly recommend if staying in the north shore area of Lake Chapala; only about 25 minutes drive to the airport at Guadalajara.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Home Base in Ajijic
Guest: Steve
(San Francisco, CA U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 04/19/11
Review Submitted: 05/11/11
We recently spent our spring break in the Mexican Sunrise House and had a wonderful stay. We came to Ajijic to visit friends who recently moved there from the SF Bay Area, and we never would have discovered the area if not for them. Four of us (mom/dad plus two teenagers) enjoyed the comfort and tranquility of this roomy and tastefully decorated home. Downstairs, the fully-equipped kitchen and living room was perfect for breakfasts and daily happy hour. Surprisingly for us, we never cooked a meal there because we spent our days touring the area, and we sampled many of the local restaurants for delicious and affordable dinners, from the outdoor taco stand to the upscale Argentinian steak house, and everything in between. Upstairs the master bedroom is spacious, with a view of Lake Chapala and a patio deck. The kids shared the other bedroom with the pull-out trundle, and the home is so tranquil at night that we all slept like babies every night (or was it our exhaustion from the daily touring?). The home is located a short walk from the town's central plaza with its nearby shops and restaurants, and it seems that each day was full of activities in Ajijic and surrounding villages. One bonus was that our spring break coincided with "Semana Santa" (Holy Week), with its very impressive Passion Play. Highly recommend the Mexican Sunrise House for anyone visiting Ajijic!
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Amazing Home, Fantastic Location, and Gracious Host!
Guest: Brian and John
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 04/02/11
Review Submitted: 04/11/11
Two days ago we returned from our stay in the Mexican Sunrise House, and we are ready to return tomorrow...if we only had more vacation time! All of the previous postings are right on the mark - superb! The home is as described, if not even better. We took the red-eye flight into Guadalajara and arrived early Saturday morning. Upon our entry into the home we discovered the fridge stocked with eggs, bread, milk, juice, and jelly. We quickly made a hot breakfast...and our vacation was off to a great start. Mexican Sunrise is in a perfect location. Thanks to Leo's thoughtful list of restaurant recommendations, we enjoyed a different restaurant every night. We were originally going to rent a car, but there was no need. We walked everywhere. The Mexican people were welcoming and friendly. On our second night Leo invited us over for drinks and local delicacies - yummy! I could go on and on about the accomodations and our one-week visit to Ajijic, but it can all be summed into two words - ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+.
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