Vacation Rentals by Owner

First time in Los Barriles and worth the trip!

Guest: ggb (Bremerton WA USA)
Date of Stay: 02/08/12 Review Submitted: 02/20/12

Perfect place to relax and enjoy the Sea of Cortez. Tim was very friendly and helpful with suggestions for eating out and local adventures. Vista Casita was perfect for the 2 of us and found it just as described. Very clean, all the basic amenities you need, good water pressure, quiet atmosphere and comfortable bed. Weather was wonderful and winds every afternoon were perfect for watching the kite-surfers. We will return again and bring friends and rent both casitas next time! Everywhere we ate in town was excellent but the coconut shrimp at El Barrilto was phenomenal. Highly recommend Naty's salon for a great massage by Janet! Best tacos at El Vieja, margaritas at Campestre Triny's, and pizza at Otra Vez.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place

Guest: Mike (Salida)
Date of Stay: 12/01/11 Review Submitted: 12/07/11

I just returned from this property last week 12/3/11 and had an excellent experience. I leased both units which was perfect for in-laws and give the layout & finishes a ten. Property manager was very helpful and responsive. Location and big yard/views were ideal. Highly recommend this property. Thanks, Mike

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, romantic getaway.

A Relaxing Adventure in Mexico

Guest: dancingdonna (Redmond)
Date of Stay: 10/31/11 Review Submitted: 11/26/11

We thoroughly enjoyed our adventure to Mexico. So very different from our trip to Cabo a few years ago. This was so quiet and relaxing. The location is perfect. With our little rental car we could go in to town or off on exploring adventures. Everywhere you sit, you can see the ocean, even when you wake up in the morning. The casita was great, a nice size and decorated with wonderful Mexican accents.It was very clean and quite comfortable.The property owners and property managers were very available and helpful. In the town of Los Barriles we found lots of places to eat -- the margaritas are wonderful at Las Palmas resort--and we watched kite boarders and just enjoyed the small town atmosphere. Nothing like trying to get the donkeys to move so you can park your car! You have everything you need for a restful vacation.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Very Nice

Guest: Ric (Kootenays, BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10 Review Submitted: 12/15/10

My wife and I stayed the week of November 18-25, 2010. This rental is exactly as described. Very modern, clean and well equiped. Walked out to the beach each day and watched the moon rise each night. It is no problem to get to town from here with a quad. We had the entire property to ourselves and it was quiet and comfortable. The kayak was great once we figured out how to operate it with two people! This is one of the best values for vacationing in Los Barriles. Thanks so much Tim and the property management company was excellent. Hope to return with friends and rent both suites next time. Ric & Joy-Kootenays BC, Canada

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect beachfront location

Guest: Greg and Alma (Portola, CA)
Date of Stay: 06/16/10 Review Submitted: 06/26/10

Alma and I found the Vista Casita to be perfect and very relaxing. The weather was beautiful for mid June. The hottest weather we had within the East Cape was only 88 degrees and it seemed to average around the 84 mark. All in all, with the fishing as good as it was, along with the weather and certainly the location and condition of the Vista Casita, it was the best trip we had ever had........................and we have had many. We sat on the patio and watched dolphins, mobula rays, and numerous schools of fish cruise within 200 feet of the beach. There are small reefs within a one minute walk and they are full of life. I saw a beautiful white and black moray eel while snorkeling in just six feet of water, along with many other brightly colored fish. The casita and grounds were immaculately maintained and the bed was very comfortable. Our daughters slept on the fold-out couch and they were also very comfortable......sleeping to 10:00-11:00 AM on most mornings! We also booked the Playa Casita for our friends, which provided the perfect setting for group meals and drinks, but aloud everyone to have their own personal experiences without feeling cramped or pressured. The only downside to the experience was that we only had a week and had to come home to reality!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic casita, great location, wonderful hosts

Guest: Jeff and Melanie (Placerville, CA)
Date of Stay: 05/02/10 Review Submitted: 05/13/10

We have stayed in other locations near Los Barriles and Buena Vista in the past. Tim and Anne's Casita was by far the nicest place we have stayed. They are friendly and welcoming beyond expectation. The house is beautiful and our room (second floor) was clean and well equipped. The ocean breezes through the windows at night (with the soothing sounds of the waves) were superb. Coffee and huevos rancheros on the large deck with an ocean view in the morning is hard to beat. We highly recommend Casita Del Mar as a romantic, relaxing and overall wonderful experience. Just don't book it during the time we want to return next! We will be back, without question. Thank you so much, Tim and Anne. You are living the dream and we were able to experience it vicariously during our visit. Jeff and Melanie. 5/2-5/9/2010.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway

Our excellent Los Barriles Adventure

Guest: Steve & Melanie (Oregon)
Date of Stay: 04/19/10 Review Submitted: 05/28/10

We stayed at this beautiful property in April '10. Loved it all...Tim and Anne were so helpful with insights into the area, which made us feel all the more adventurous. The 2nd floor Casita was perfect. Our adult son was very comfortable on the couch/daybed in the living room. The kitchen had everything we needed to host a small cocktail party for some people we knew in town and it was fun to have Tim and Anne join the party! The sunrises were spectacular, the beach very clean and walkable. We decided to rent a car after seeing the location, mostly so we could see some sights along the coast. They had great suggestions for local restaurants. It was nice not to be surrounded by big hotels and the noise that goes with it. We would definitely stay here again. We were remiss in getting this review done sooner only because we got home and absorbed back into "the real world". You will not be disappointed in this property!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect Casita

Guest: Dave & Victoria (Fremont, CA)
Date of Stay: 03/16/10 Review Submitted: 03/25/10

The perfect getaway. The casita was exactly what the doctor ordered. Very nice one bedroom casita with covered porch and hammock hung between two palm trees. We loved our stay and will definitely be back. The views are incredible, watching the dolphins & manta rays in the beautiful Sea of Cortez. We walked to Rancho Buena Vista for happy hour and felt like we had the beach to ourselves. Up early each morning to see the amazing sun rise on the Sea of Cortez. It does get any better than this. Thanks Tim & Anne

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Had a great time, our first in Los Barriles. We would return.

Guest: Woody (Grants Pass, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 02/19/10 Review Submitted: 01/09/11

We stayed at Casita Del Mar in Feb.2010 and had a great time. We rented a quad for a couple days and ran up and down the beach getting acquainted w/the area and folks. Tim was very helpful w/area info. We are very picky about cleanliness and we felt very comfortable, the casita was sparkling. We left windows open at night and could fall asleep and wake to the wave/manta sounds. We would return...and may in Feb. 2011.

Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing.

Guest: Tom Diemert (Nisswa, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/15/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/10

My brother and I stayed at this property in early February on a fishing trip. The fishing could have been better but the casa we stayed in was great! We watched the most beautiful sunrises imaginable while whales and dolphins played out in the ocean in front of us. A sea lion even came by to say hi. Very relaxing.

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Guest: Brian and Connie (Calgary, AB, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/03/09 Review Submitted: 04/03/09

We recommend your suite very favourably, it was very comfortable and spacious, the beach was right there and town was just a walk along the beach. We stayed in the main floor suite with its large covered patio - absolutely perfect.

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Guest: Rondi1 (Pueblo Colorado)
Date of Stay: 04/01/08 Review Submitted: 04/01/08

My husband and I just returned from a romantic get away from Casitas Del Mar. This was everything we wanted it to be, secluded, private and incredible scenery. Tin and Anne are great hosts and will make your stay everything you dreamed it would be. The casistas are immaculate and have all the needed conveniences. Wish we could have stayed longer, but will return in the future, hopefully with my daughter and grandsons. Thanks Tim and Anne.

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Guest: Steve33 (Campbell, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/23/08 Review Submitted: 01/23/08

I have stayed here several times and love it. The location and accomodations are wonderful. I took advantage of the great fishing that is available both right on the beach and by charter out in the Sea of Cortez. I also really enjoyed the ocean view patio, escpecially at the end of the day with a margarita in my hands and listening to the mantas jumping in the water. I can't wait to go back again soon!

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Guest: Rachel13 (Mountain View, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/21/08 Review Submitted: 01/21/08

We have stayed here twice and love it. We stay in one of the beachside casitas. The casitas are great - there is a nice living area with a small kitchen, a lovely bathroom, and a nice bedroom. The casita and all the furniture is brand new. There are big windows with beach views in every room. And, there is a nice patio to relax and view the beach. We mostly stayed here and took walks on the beach, kayaked, relaxed. We're looking forward to going back in April!

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Guest: John56 (Portola Valley, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/19/08 Review Submitted: 01/19/08

These casitas and this location are spectacular. My wife and family spent beautiful days and nights on the beach which is right out the door. The view from the casita is unobstructed of the beach. The casita is brand new and beautiful. We highly recommend it.

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Guest: Bernie Harold (Centralia, WA)
Date of Stay: 01/19/08 Review Submitted: 01/19/08

My wife and I greatly enjoyed our stay in the Casita closest to the beach! It was very convenient to Los Barriles for shopping and dining, and the views are incredible. It was really fun to use the 2 man kayak to search for and find the hidden hot springs that are a few hundred meters down the beach, near the Spa Buena Vista.

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Guest: Tom & Staci Reilly (California, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/19/08 Review Submitted: 01/19/08

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at Casitas del Mar. I ended up running into friends staying at Rancho Buena Vista so it was easy heading down there everyday on the ATV for kite surfing, simply 200 yards away. I talked your place up to a bunch of people staying in town at Playa Cortez, Martin Verdugas, and Rancho BV, so you will have many new clients! It is a good central point for kiters since you can go to North Beach or Buena Vista very easily. We were fortunate to have good kiting conditions throughout our stay. Tom & Staci Reilly

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 01/18/08 Review Submitted: 01/17/08

Our family absolutely loved the casitas and our time in Cabo. It was the most relaxing vacation we've had in years. It is amazing that there is still a beach that has so few people on it. We'll be back next year!

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Guest: Kevin17 (-)
Date of Stay: 01/17/08 Review Submitted: 01/17/08

We really enjoyed our time here. My wife and I visited in 2005 and then came back a year later with our newborn. It was very relaxing and the accomodations were good. We loved being right on the beach!

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