Vacation Rentals by Owner

PARADISE BY THE SEA

Guest: LoveThoseGoldens (Houston, TX. USA)
Date of Stay: 12/23/11 Review Submitted: 01/13/12

My husband, daughter and I stayed in this beautiful condo over Christmas 2011. It was one of the few vacations we have been on where we didn't want to leave. First of all the condo is wonderful- very well appointed for cooking, dining and overall relaxing. Directly on the beach, the sound of the waves lulled us to sleep each night. Morning coffee and breakfast on the huge balcony started each day. Several mornings we watched the whales migrating. The pool right outside the door was private and quiet and the larger pool offerred every amenity you would expect from a high end resort. The food at the resort was good although a bit expensive. We ordered pizza one night from a restaurant near San Jose and they delivered and it was delicious. The staff was extremely helpful and pleasant. And the grounds are lush and impecably groomed. Another big plus was the wifi in the unit and the wonderful detailed instructions the owner left for operating the TV and VCR. Lots of channels to chose from too. We have stayed at many resorts and condos and this was the most relaxing stay we have had. Very quiet and private and we never felt it was crowded or we were fighting for space at the pool. The beach along this stretch is also beautiful. Lots of white sand and hardly any vendors. We have finally found the spot we will return to again and again.

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

Perfect Cabo Vacation

Guest: JB (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11 Review Submitted: 07/11/11

I had the opportunity to stay in this condo in June 2011. I tend to greet online photos and descriptions of properties from afar with great skepticism, but having been recommended by a friend I trust who had stayed here previously, I took the plunge. And boy am I glad that I did. My every expectation was seriously overdelivered upon. The condo itself is spacious, tastefully decorated, sparkling clean, and brilliantly located. It features a full kitchen with all cooking instruments and implements that one would need. (I loaded up at the hypermarket and made good use of it.) The huge oceanfront patio, with BBQ, affords a spectacular vista and the sliding doors to the two bedrooms enable you to go to bed and rise up to the sound of nothing but the ocean's waves. The bathrooms are spacious and exquisite. Laundry facilities in the condo are helpful. The complex in which the condo is found features a luxury hotel with extensive amenities including pools, tennis courts, restaurant, and bar, as well as a beautiful beach. The condo complex alongside has a dedicated pool as well. I found the location just outside of Cabo to be perfect--close enough to the hubbub, but fare enough to allow for classiness and quiet that can be lacking in town. the owner is very accommodating, kind, honest, responsive, and pleasant to deal with. 5-star all around. Highly recommended. My only complaint is that I didn't have more time to enjoy it for longer!

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

Paradise!

Guest: Katherine (Los Angeles)
Date of Stay: 01/07/11 Review Submitted: 02/07/11

I could not have been more pleased with this condo! La Playa 201 was extremely clean, comfortable and luxurious. It is right on the water- you literally fall asleep to the sound of waves crashing, and it feels like you have your own private beach right outside of the condo. It was obvious no corners were cut in design- stainless steel kitchen with complete appliances, marble and stone bathroom fixtures- and a beautifully designed huge balcony. I highly recommend eating dinner at The Mezquite Grill- dining right on the sand by the water at Casa del Mar- delicious seafood and other grilled entrees. The staff at Casa del Mar was extremely accommodating and helpful. My husband and I loved enjoying a glass of wine on the patio's chaise lounge chairs while taking in the beautiful view. I highly recommend this Casa del Mar experience- a truly luxurious, private stay. I already can't wait to go back!

Recommended for:Girls getaway, romantic getaway.

My Best Vacation all Year!

Guest: Rachel (Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/22/10 Review Submitted: 03/11/11

I'll begin by saying I'm a very picky traveler, so a high recommendation from me carries a lot of weight among those who know me well. I had a great time staying at this condo. It was perfect for a girls getaway weekend. We arrived at night and the staff at Zoetry/Casa del Mar promptly helped us with our bags and showed us to the unit where we settled in. Since it was getting really late, we stayed at the resort for dinner the first evening. We went to the restaurant on the sand and arrived just as they were closing, but the staff was happy to stay open late to accommodate us. There were three servers attending to us and their first priority was making sure we were enjoying ourselves. The next morning, I drew back the curtains and felt I was in paradise when I saw blue oceans as far as I could see. After a lovely breakfast on the patio, we went to the main pool for a day of relaxation. We were greeted by Fermin, who works at the pool and became our new best friend for the weekend. He was extremely attentive and made us delicious drinks. The pool wasn't overcrowded and consisted of a mix of very friendly hotel guests and condo owners. That night, we headed into town (about 30 minutes) to have dinner at The Office, where you dine on the sand. One of my friends forgot her iPhone in the taxi and called the resort to see if they could track it down. Not only did they find it, but they also sent someone from the resort to deliver the phone to her by the time we were done with dinner. The resort has truly incredible service! The next day, we spent the morning at the main pool and the afternoon at Las Ventanas, which is right next door. Definitely visit Las Ventanas during your stay. The third and final night, we went into town again and dined at a great Italian restaurant (name escapes me). Leaving the next day was the hardest part! I can't wait to go back and I highly recommend this condo for its beautiful location within a resort with impeccable service.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Beautiful and Secluded

Guest: Linda (Olympia, WA)
Date of Stay: 06/20/10 Review Submitted: 07/16/10

We stayed at this condo for ten days in June 2010 and it was beautiful. Condo was clean, absolutely oceanfront with beautiful views and it was well-stocked. Three flat-screen tv's with DVRs, free Internet and long-distance phone as well. The owner sends directions on how to use everything, including password info for the free Internet, ours worked great the whole week, even by the pool. The location is great because it's halfway between the two cities and not a lot of people at all on the beach. We used a car service from the airport which stopped at the grocery store for us, which was nice. However, taxi's are VERY expensive ($40 roundtrip to grocery store) and there is only one restaurant at the hotel, so for the money it's better to rent a car. A car would be a must if you're looking for nightlife. The restaurant is just a few steps from the condo, and we had dinner delivered on several nights and ate out on the porch, which was beautiful. The only downside is that if you are not staying at the hotel, you are not allowed at one of the pools which is right down on the beach, this is the pool that has lounge chairs on the beach. The owner of this condo kindly supplies chairs and umbrellas for use on the beach though. The other pools are clean, with great views and swim-up bars, so not being able to go to that one pool isn't a big deal. All in all, this condo is absolutely worth the money if you're looking for a clean, upscale, private experience.

Recommended for:People with disabilities, age 55+, romantic getaway.

Perfect Romantic Getaway

Guest: Penny (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 06/02/10 Review Submitted: 06/20/10

While I stayed at Casa Del Mar with friends, my first thought was to bring my wife back for another stay. The condo is perfect: modern and classy, luxury without being over the top. It is a place that feels like your home immediately as you walk through the door. The layout is very flexible: two couples could feel like they have their own privacy, or a family could split the two bedrooms between parents and children. MY FAVES (for the condo): The deep balcony is luxurious. The view is NOTHING but blue water. You could spend your whole time on the balcony, there are multiple chairs, loungers and a table. The buff colored river stone shower is heaven. Huge, clean, and new. FAVES (for the Casa Del Mar property) The property itself is stellar. Walking through the large entrance to the pool is stunning: ocean, mountains across the water, palm trees. Petals are placed in the fountain by 6AM! Details like this abound. Something I want to do when I bring my wife and kids back: they will serve you a mesquite grilled dinner on the beach, while you enjoy a large fire pit and torches. Finally, a memory for your family that doesn't involve Transformers or Disney princesses. I have stayed at many 5/6 star resorts as the result of being married to the art director of a travel magazine, and I would put my experience at this condo and this resort at the very top. I will be coming back, I can't recommend this Casa Del Mar experience highly enough.

Recommended for:Families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Mexico retreat

Guest: Kenny (Denver, Colorado)
Date of Stay: 05/05/10 Review Submitted: 06/25/10

The description was accurate, as were the photos. The condo and the surrounding property really over-delivered. Great pool and nice gym. I didn't use the spa but it looked gorgeous. I would highly recommend this condo to others. Beautiful view of the sea and there are very few people on the beach. The owners responded quickly via email when I had a question. The restaurant on the property was delicious. The general feel of Casa del Mar is peaceful and clean. I knew we wanted to come back some time in the future so I scouted out a few other condos, but concluded I am going to re-rent this property when we come back next year.

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

Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/27/10 Review Submitted: 02/27/10

We had an absolutely perfect vacation staying here! Everything was wonderful, the condo is perfectly appointed and was everything we could ask for. We rented the condo with another couple so it was four of us plus two infants and it was an excellent layout for two families - we never felt as though we were in each other's way.

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Guest: M Alvin (Cleveland, Ohio)
Date of Stay: 08/27/09 Review Submitted: 08/27/09

This was my first ever visit to Cabo. I love Hawaii and I have continually told my friends that Hawaii is the ultimate vacation. I have to lower the level of praise for Hawaii and will now direct it to Cabo. Specificially Playa 201. The condo looks directly at the water. Everything was perfect. Beautiful scenery. Sleeping with the screen open at night to hear the waves crashing against the beach. I soaked up the sun by day, cooled in the air conditioned condo by afternoon, dined and wined at the best resturants at night and slept to the sound of the sea. How much better can life be? Thank you to the owners of this condo for sharing their paradise home and for being such generous hosts as to provide satellite, free calls to the USA and wireless Internet.

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Guest: Michael Hart (Long Island, NY)
Date of Stay: 08/27/09 Review Submitted: 08/27/09

I just spent a week in paradise! The two bedroom ocean-front villa is the perfect spot for a relaxing vacation but close enough to great night-life and amazing restaurants with killer views. Cabo has so much to offer and this is the perfect place to stay. I had all the comforts of home plus two gorgeous marble bathrooms that belong in NYC or Parisian hotels. The flat screen TVs and Dish Network with DVR allowed me to watch my sports and record my wife's favorite shows. Every night we drank wine on the tremendous balcony. There is a great pool right in front of the villa and there is hardly ever anyone in that pool. I enjoyed walking on the beach right behind the villa to the oceanfront pool and swim-up bar. My wife spent tons of time at the spectacular spa right across from the villa. She even had massages right on the beach...just yards from the villa. This was our third trip to Cabo and by far our favorite. This is the perfect place to stay. I normally do a ton of work (yes, even on vacation) but couldn't help but slow down and enjoy the amenities and beauty of La Playa 201 and Casa Del Mar. Of course the fact that there was wireless access in the condo and a Vonage phone...did make the little business I had to do that much easier. It was also great calling the family to check in once a day in the States. We found the staff to be very helpful and friendly and the owner could not be more accomodating. I have recommended the villa to at least 10 friends in the last two weeks!! My wife and I are already planning next year.

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Guest: Leah Carroll (Austin)
Date of Stay: 08/13/09 Review Submitted: 08/13/09

The accommodations at this condo and the resort itself were wonderful. We loved the ocean views from the incredibly HUGE balcony, in addition to all the amenities at Casa Del Mar. This condo is located just steps from the lobby, the infinity pool, and the pool located right on the sand, which was our favorite. We also enjoyed the US satellite channels so that we could come in from a long day in the sun and be able to watch television that we were familiar with! We were also so glad that we chose to stay a little bit outside of Cabo San Lucas because it was so much more quiet and private. The drive into Cabo was very quick, so the location worked out perfectly. I would recommend this condo wholeheartedly, and the owner was incredibly helpful.

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Guest: Sherry Kiser1 (Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 08/11/09 Review Submitted: 08/11/09

I feel like we hit the jackpot finding this place! Gorgeous views, very private, luxury appointments, nicely decorated, the website really doesn't do it justice. And its totally integrated into the Casa del Mar Resort so you have access to full service hotel amenities--which hasn't always been the case when we have rented condos before . I'm sure the resort's hotel rooms are nice but I don't know why anyone would pay for a smaller room or suite at the hotel when you can have a 2 bedroom location that is literally in front of the hotel and on the beach, and still have access to the hotel's restaurants, spa , and golf course . This unit is really spacious and must have been very recently remodeled because the marble bathrooms (which have Mexican stone detailing and oil rubbed bronze fixtures) and seamless glass shower--all looked brand new and untouched. The kitchen appliances were also brand new. Quite simply: fabulous place, magnificent value. Can't wait another year to return, we've already booked it again

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Guest: Sherry Kiser (Philadelphia, PA)
Date of Stay: 08/04/09 Review Submitted: 08/04/09

I feel like we hit the jackpot finding this place! Gorgeous views, very private, luxury appointments, nicely decorated, the website really doesn't do it justice. And its totally integrated into the Casa del Mar Resort so you have access to full service hotel amenities--which hasn't always been the case when we have rented condos before . I'm sure the resort's hotel rooms are nice but I don't know why anyone would pay for a smaller room or suite at the hotel when you can have a 2 bedroom location that is literally in front of the hotel and on the beach, and still have access to the hotel's restaurants, spa and golf course. The condo is really spacious and must have been very recently remodeled because the marble bathrooms with Mexican stone detailing and oil rubbed bronze fixtures and seamless glass shower--all looked brand new and untouched. The Kitchen appliances were also brand new. Quite simply: fabulous place, magnificent value. Can't wait another year to return, we've already booked it again

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Wonderful place for a family Cabo Vacation!

Guest: Jill (Oak Park)
Date of Stay: 07/11/09 Review Submitted: 07/10/10

Just a quick note to let you know how much we enjoyed staying at your place in Cabo. The hotel property was beautiful and your condo must be the best in the whole complex. The trip was so much fun. When we were planning to go to Cabo we thought we would stay at the Cabo Surf Hotel since my kids surf. But we are so glad we choose to stay at the Casa Del Mar instead. We rented a van and so it was very easy to drive to the surf beaches as well as into town. We loved the long white beach and had a great time riding horses in front of the unit. Most of the time we felt like we had our own private beach….so beautiful! We loved waking up early and drinking our coffee on your balcony. All in all it was the perfect place to vacation and we definitely plan on returning. Actually, I have given your info to a couple of other families who will be contacting you soon!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.