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El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea [#150158] | View Property

Cabo Pulmo
House, 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
$365/nt US Dollars
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Traveler Reviews (14)

• Wonderful House!

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  Wonderful House!

  • Guest Sara S.
  • Date of stay 08/14/12
  • Review Submitted 10/16/12
  We just spent 10 days in Cabo Pulmo for our honeymoon and it was fabulous! The house is wonderful! It was located close enough to walk to the beach and all the restaurants in town but quiet and relaxing. The house is well equipped with everything you need to cook meals and the outdoor seating is fabulous for dinners on the deck. The fans in the house make it comfortable to be in even when it is hot and they even have games/movies and books so that you can entertain yourself however you prefer. We will be returning to El Encanto, it was a beautiful house and not to mention the beautiful garden and art that is scattered throughout the property!

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• Beautiful! Everything we hoped for and more...

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  Beautiful! Everything we hoped for and more...

  • Guest Sherri
  • Date of stay 07/07/12
  • Review Submitted 10/16/12
  ...every view from inside or out is a work of art. The house and gardens are beautiful. So much more to see and enjoy than photos can show. You won't be disappointed! A chorus of birds quietly sang for us every morning as well as visiting the numerous bird feeders around the property. The gardens are full of interesting plants. I mostly staying in, investigating the gardens and artwork, watched a nice selection of foreign movies and just enjoyed the peace and quiet while my son went on scuba diving trips nearby. The full kitchen, indoor/outdoor sound system, BBQ and nice linens added to our comfort. We left El Encanto relaxed and refreshed. Don't miss out on this gem of a vacation home!

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• Wonderful, interesting house!

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  Wonderful, interesting house!

  • Guest Linda
  • Date of stay 07/01/12
  • Review Submitted 08/30/12
  What a beautiful, comfortable, interesting place to stay! We had a wonderful time, and enjoyed every minute of our time at El Encanto.

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• An unforgettable experience

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  An unforgettable experience

  • Guest B. Farrell
  • Date of stay 04/14/12
  • Review Submitted 10/16/12
  Six of us rented El Encanto to celebrate my daughter's 40th birthday in april. The house was amazing, comfortable, absolutely beautiful, full of art work and sculpture, hammocks, beautiful gardens, birds. The managers were totally accommodating and even baked a chocolate cake for the birthday girl! The library was full of good books and great movies. The top floor offers a fantastic view of the Sea, the town and the nearby mountains, and was a perfect place to observe the stars at night. Each of the three bedrooms offer unique amenities. It's a perfect place for relaxation, good food, diving, kayaking, fishing. We certainly plan on returning.

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• Love your home!

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  Love your home!

  • Guest Scott and Cindy Rawlings, New Meadows, Idaho
  • Date of stay 11/10/09
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  The Vista Suite provided the perfect place to rest and relax while we were visiting and exploring the area in and around Cabo Pulmo. Accommodations exceeded all our expectations and even though the website photo gallery will excite you, nothing will really prepare you for the true beauty of El Encanto. You really do have to see it to experience it! The gardens provided a beautiful backdrop for the many birds we saw--the artwork was original and intriguing--and the colors utilized throughout the home were perfect. Thanks to Diane for the prompt and friendly emails leading up to our visit and to Karl and Kimmie for being such thoughtful hosts. We're already talking about our next trip to El Encanto and Baja California Sur.

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• A Masterpiece!

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  A Masterpiece!

  • Guest Leif Bierer, Ukiah, California
  • Date of stay 05/15/09
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  I don't even know how to begin…. Your house is a masterpiece. I thought I would never be so bold with form and color, but now my eyes are open. Your house is like a dream vacation in itself, stuck in my imagination. Thank you for the inspiration!

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• Prepare to be blown away...

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  Prepare to be blown away...

  • Guest Trish Caron, Santa Barbara, California
  • Date of stay 04/10/09
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  When you pull into the driveway, prepare to be blown away. You walk through the gates guarded by the Bandito and stand in the midst of the garden filled with buzzing bees, birds and other natural wonders. Yes, the website pictures are all true--the colors, the furniture, the paintings--it was all there. You will LOVE this place...from the hospitality of Karl and Kimmie to the DVD collection to the very curious hummingbirds, this place is for sure, a slice of paradise. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

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• • Guest Anonymous
  • Date of stay 02/19/09
  • Review Submitted 02/19/09
  El Encanto Inn is truly an enchanted place created by true artists. Over the four days we stayed there, I continued to notice one exquisite little detail after another. The whole place is a real jewel. Your every want has been anticipated. I could have spent the whole visit just sitting in one or another of the several garden areas to watch the huge variety of birds and enjoy the spectacular gardens. Our only disappointment was the wind which blows intermittently along the coast from November until March so stay a week instead of four days. Do not miss the the waterfall; directions are included in the very informative notebook provided. We will return.

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• A constant delight...

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  A constant delight...

  • Guest Karen and Jack Whitlie, Canada
  • Date of stay 02/13/09
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  We just returned from a week at your desert palace and couldn't have been more delighted! There was everything needed... hand cream in the bathrooms, flashlights in the drawer, hot water in the tiled showers, orange juice maker and coffee in the kitchen... two fabulous hosts who were there when we needed them but never invading our privacy. Kimmie's cooking was excellent... her key lime pie was soo good... even our teenaged grandson raved about her dishes. We kept discovering paintings and folk art and mosaics... like we were living in a museum. The garden sculptures, plants, and birds made for great watching... the fountain a work of art in itself. Lizards during the day and geckoes at night... bat rays jumping in the sea. The second story hammocks and patio were another favorite place for just hanging out waiting for sunrises and sunsets to colour the sky. Thank you for sharing this amazing place... we loved it!

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• Wonderful attention to detail...

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  Wonderful attention to detail...

  • Guest Nancy L, New Mexico
  • Date of stay 02/04/09
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  We have spent the most glorious time at El Encanto. We all want to thank you for sharing this special place. You have created a real haven for the birds. I could have spent all day just watching them. Having all the bird books added to the enjoyment.El Encanto is truly enchanting. I have never been in a place where there is such incredible attention to detail. Everywhere one looks there is yet another charming detail. The colors all work and of course the art is the frosting on the cake.

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• Stunning!

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  Stunning!

  • Guest Jody Volk, Oakland, California
  • Date of stay 10/22/08
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  El Encanto is simply stunning. We didn't expect such advanced architecture in this sleepy town. The builders included a level of design detail that is both inventive and welcoming. And the colors! The landscaping! The art! The entire effect is both luxurious and whimsical. Plus soft linens, full kitchen, hammocks wih a view of the sea, accent lighting, beach equipment, everything! A perfect retreat after a day of snorkeling in the crystalline waters.

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  • Guest Leif Bierer
  • Date of stay 07/15/08
  • Review Submitted 07/14/08
  "I don't even know how to begin…. Your house is a masterpiece. I thought I would never be so bold with form and color, but now my eyes are open. Your house is like a dream vacation in itself, stuck in my imagination. Thank you for the inspiration!"

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  • Guest Karen and Jack Whitlie
  • Date of stay 06/11/08
  • Review Submitted 06/10/08
  "We just returned from a week at your desert palace and couldn't have been more delighted! There was everything needed... hand cream in the bathrooms, flashlights in the drawer, hot water in the tiled showers, orange juice maker and coffee in the kitchen... two fabulous hosts who were there when we needed them but never invading our privacy. Kimmie's cooking was excellent... her key lime pie was soo good... even our teenaged grandson raved about her dishes. We kept discovering paintings and folk art and mosaics... like we were living in a museum. The garden sculptures, plants, and birds made for great watching... the fountain a work of art in itself. Lizards during the day and geckoes at night... bat rays jumping in the sea. The second story hammocks and patio were another favorite place for just hanging out waiting for sunrises and sunsets to colour the sky. Thank you for sharing this amazing place... we loved it!"

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• Trilled to be your first guests!

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  Trilled to be your first guests!

  • Guest Jami Voge, New York
  • Date of stay 12/25/07
  • Review Submitted 12/15/09
  We were thrilled to be your first guests at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo. The home and gardens far exceeded our expectations. We are building a Baja home of our own not far from Cabo Pulmo, and we found your design and details inspirational. I love your colors! And the art everywhere made it such a rich experience. Thank you!

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