Adorable Refuge in Gringo Gulch! Downtown (Viejo Vallarta), Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 166073

Casa Melodía, up charming cobblestoned street

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Location: Downtown (Viejo Vallarta), Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (25 minutes from Puerto Vallarta International Airport)

Accommodations:  Apartment, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)

This bright, colorful apartment within a private residence enjoys an ideal location in the original "foreigners'"settlement along the river that bisects Old Vallarta, two blocks from Liz Taylor's former residence. Walk to a huge variety of restaurants or dine in your own comfortable, homey apartment on food purchased in authentic local markets. The beach, shopping venues, tours of all sorts, live theater, historical sites, and the central plaza with its cathedral are all within a 5- to 15-minute walk, yet the house is tucked back along a cobblestoned street still traversed by horses and donkeys. This is your alternative to sterile "could-be-anywhere" hotels and resorts!

Bring your laptop and keep up with the world via WiFi, or kick back in the garden with a book to enjoy the sunshine, flora, and fauna. A comfortable futon couch sleeps an extra two persons in a walled-off, private living area. Your friendly hosts can help you with advice, translation, and other extra services. We are offering a very competitive rate for this spacious, excellently located apartment.

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• Amenities
  • Washer: Stacked washer/dryer in patio
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided: Beach towels included
• Beds
  • Queen Bed: Mexican Queens are slightly smaller
  • Convertible Bed: Double-bed size futon couch; also a pump-up double mattress for floor
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • Video Library: List of videos to borrow from owners
  • Private Pool: Four-person-size, unheated dipping pool is for relaxing, not for swimming. In winter a viewing deck tops it, as "cooling off" is not needed.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen: Spices and other basics in pantry
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio: Long, narrow, private garden patio with tropical plants, outdoor seating, dipping pool or view deck depending on season.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: This is a lower-level apartment with very large windows. There is a view of the surrounding mountains from them and of the river from the view deck.
• Communications
  • Free Long Distance: Use of owners' telephone for limited number of calls to US/Canada. Also limited use of local phone for reservations, etc.
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet): Bring your wireless-enabled laptop!
• Other Amenities
  • Library of travel guides and other reading materials; games; constantly updated lists of owners' suggestions re: restaurants, shops, etc.
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly: Dogs must be cat-friendly! Must walk dogs outside with pooper scooper and provide litter pan for cats.
  • Kid Friendly: Parents are responsible for children's safety
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters: No groups of minors.
  • Smoking Not Allowed: Can smoke in patio garden.
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Zoo/Wildlife Park
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Parasailing
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Surfing
  • Mountain Biking
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Botanical Gardens, Luxury Home Tours, Whale-Watching Tours, Mexican Fiesta Night Trips.

Rate Details (In US Dollars or MX pesos)

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Nov–Apr .. $ 80/night
May–Oct .. $ 50/night
Holidays ..$100/night
(Holidays include Thanksgiving, Christmas/New Years, Easter Week, Spring Break)
Extra charge for more than two persons may apply

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 04/14/09
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  Asma Stewart , Redwood City, California
  • It has been four months since our 5-night stay at Casa Melodia, and my husband and I can't stop talking about it. After visiting four cities in Mexico, coming to Casa Melodia was like coming home. The apartment is so cheery and beautifully decorated. The owners have thought of everything and include information on their favorite restaurants in every price range, so you can feel like a local. They also provide a local shopping guide, which helps in avoiding some of the tourist traps. We can't wait to go back again.
• 02/09/09
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  Steve & Wilma , Port Orchard, WA 98366
  • We enjoyed our stay very much! The unit is nicely decorated & attention is given to details to make you feel just like you are home. Our experience at this unit was enjoyable. The cobblestone streets added to our Mexican Experience! Thanks so much!
• 10/17/08
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  Joseph Gerace , St Croix, US Virgin Islands
  • Like a home away from home. Definately the most relaxing place we stayed in Mexico compared to all the hotels. Even our dog was more relaxed there. Pam wasn't even going to take renters while she was getting the house repainted, but warmly took us in when we couldn't find another place for us and our service dog. Decorated colorfully but not tacky, the place was bigger than our apartment in St.Croix! Pam refilled the dipping pool for us (which we gladly used) and her small library on Mexico helped us figure out the rest of our 3 week trip. Also, her restaurant recommendations helped us find one of the best meals we've had, but at half the price, at the Back Alley Grill. Thank you for making our stay in PV, Pam!
• 04/15/08
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  Martha McCormick , Mission Hills, Kansas
  • My two teenage daughters and I stayed at Casa Melodia in Gringo Gulch for spring break 2008 and it was the perfect place for us. The location is beautiful and convenient -- we walked everywhere. You can walk a very short ways to catch a taxi or local bus if you want to travel up or down the coast. The apartment is roomy, pretty, and has all conveniences. The first night we wondered if night noises would be a problem because the rooms are all open-air and we're accustomed to utter silence in our midwestern suburban neighborhood. In fact, the far-off strains of music and laughter as well as the occasional rooster cry and donkey bray were a marvelous lullaby and we never slept better. The apartment owners are knowledgeable, helpful, and kind. We look forward to returning to Casa Melodia soon.

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