Evening view of the Honeymoon Hut and pool
Location: La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico (On the Beach 15 Minutes from Downtown La Paz) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 1 Bedroom + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2)
Keywords: Cottage
We call it the Honeymoon Hut, but this little jewel of a guest house can be your waterfront getaway any time you want to unplug and unwind.
Not for the disco divas and party-hearty tourists, we cater instead to people like you: thoughtful, busy people who want the time and place to rest, relax, and rejuvenate themselves. Our guests have come to begin new relationships, celebrate marriages, or just enjoy the healing peace of living a life where time is measured by the sun and sea, and not by calendars and clocks.
What can you do here? Almost anything you want, from walking on quiet beaches and mangrove forests to kayaking, to driving into town for dinner or ice cream. You can wade, windsurf, swim in the sea or in our salt-water pool, or just go searching for shells - we’ll even let you borrow a pail and shovel.
After dark, you can wrap yourself in one of our soft, white robes, and enjoy evening coffee on the deck, while watching the city lights flicker across the water. Later, you can go back inside to your cozy reading nook, and curl up with a favorite novel, or use our free Wi-Fi to check on things in the ‘real’ world, before slipping into the blissful softness of the 400-thread count cotton sheets that adorn your wicker sleigh bed.
In addition to free Wi-Fi, the air conditioned Honeymoon Hut comes with a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious bathroom with plenty of hot water for your shower. Drive into town for dinner, or just buy groceries and cook ‘at home.’ If you’d prefer to picnic, we’ll provide canvas and teak sand chairs, a miniature market umbrella, a cooler for your food, and directions to our favorite beaches.
The neighborhood is surrounded by a federal biological preserve, and the far end of the beach plays host to a research institute. Sixty species of birds, including a pair of Great Horned Owls, make their nests here, and you’ll see osprey and hawks enjoying the wind currents over the house and pool.
Cancellation policy: 30 days and 45 days in December.
This property and owner are properly registered with the Mexican government.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : We help make your dreams sweet with: 400 thread count sheets, fluffy towels and plenty of them, washcloths for make-up removal and regular wash cloths. 6 bed pillows, beach towels, and kitchen linens. All linens and towels are high quality, soft, and there's plenty of them. We supply soap and toiletries.
- Washer : Washer and dryer are for the exclusive use of the Honeymoon Hut guests, it is in a separate room with a separate entrance.
- Dryer : Washer and dryer are for the exclusive use of the Honeymoon Hut guests, it is in a separate room with a separate entrance.
- Off Street Parking : Our ample driveway is gated and has room for your car or RV
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Plenty of room for RV or boat and trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Wicker sleigh bed extra pillows, reading lamps and bedside tables, wonderful, soft linens.
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Private Pool : The salt-water pool is like swimming in silk, pool toys available. Swim at sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and know you are in paradise
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Everything from wine bottle opener and glasses to 8 place settings of china, hand mixer, pots, pans, condiments, table lines, coffee maker, filters, good coffee, breakfast items and some surprises from the owners.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : We know what it is like to want to make a nice meal and not have the basics. We have more than the basics. You can bake a cake, muffins, cookies, a gourmet meal.
- Refrigerator : New and sparkling clean with ice cube trays always full upon arrival. freezer has a surprise or two from the owners
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Weber "BaBy Q" food prep area with sink. cook your fresh catch of the day or a steak.
- Deck/Patio : The pool is surrounded by a nice patio with an umbrella and lounge chairs. there is a bistro table and chairs for dining al fresco.
- View/Location
- Beachfront : You are right on the beach, and the best shell collecting is here and on an adjoining beach. Watch sea and shore birds hunt and swoop and soar. The view is breathtaking and ever-changing. Shallow calm water for swimming and kayaking.
- Mountain View : Enjoy the views of the mountains across the bay and watch how they change in color and shape as clouds, and light change. Watch the moonrise from behind the jagged peaks.
- Communications
- Free Long Distance : You can use SKYPE over your laptop and our WI-FI. We also have a call back service you may use to call the US or Canada.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your laptop and we'll give you our password to get onto our WI-FI
- Other Amenities
- We have a wonderful massage therapist that will come to you by appointment, she also does manicures, and pedicures, and, haircuts by appointment. Beach chairs, umbrellas, beach bag, small cooler, picnic ware for you to take to other beaches. We have arranged for discounted rental car rates.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Not Suitable for Children
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Children 12 and up if accompanied by a responsible adult. Sleeping is for two people only.
- Smoking Not Allowed : No smoking in the Honeymoon Hut or on the terrace.
- Activities
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- La Paz is the center of eco-tourism there are outfitters to take every skill level of diver or snorkeler on a safe and beautiful expedition. And there are locals that provide horse back riding on the beach.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season .. Jan 06-May 31 ..... $99/night (3 night min) .. $625/week
Mid Season ... Oct-Nov ........ $99/night (3 night min) .. $525/week
High Season .. Dec 01-Dec 15 .. $120/night (3 night min) .. $625/week
Christmas .... Dec 15-Jan 05 ............................. $725/week
Low Season ... June-Sep ........ $72/night (3 night min) .. $450/week
60 day notice required for cancellation. 70 days at Christmas
There is a 20% cancellation charge.Reducing a stay after bookin: 20% fee
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2005
Why the Owner Chose La Paz
We were already living in El Comitan when we sold our first house and moved two blocks and a world away and built on the beach. La Paz is a Mexican town, the home of eco-tourism. It has a slow, peaceful pace. A lovely malecon, fine dining, espresso shops, a 15 screen theater, and lots of gorgeous crystal clear waters for snorkeling and diving We are surrounded by a biological preserve, and have a gorgeous, ever changing view of the sea and La Paz,especially the city lights. When we walk the beaches, we walk in the footsteps of Jacques Cousteau.
When you come to the HoneyMoon Hut you are visiting our home. You will have all of the privacy you want. We are here to make your stay perfect. We want to share the special beauty of La Paz with as many people as we can.
Owner's Map of La Paz
My husband and I came to La Paz in 2000 we left Silicon Valley with our hair on fire. My daughter started a poll among our clients to get their opinion of how long I could stay away. No one thought it would be more than 6 months before I returned to the "action". Well 9 years later we are still here!
We built our dream home on the beach in 2005 which includes the HoneyMoon Hut. We decided to start offering it as a vacation cottage in 2008. Within minutes of listing it we had our first guests who called to say they were coming the next day for 10 days! And we have been very busy ever since.
We have guests that return often, and those that plan on returning. Everyone has been a delight, and they have left lovely notes in our guest book.We have made the HoneyMoon Hut a perfect retreat full of the amenities that we often found lacking in our travels: extra pillows for the bed, (you get 6), bedside tables and bedside reading lamps(we provide 2 of each). We make sure you have lots of extra wash cloths, a completely equipped kitchen. the latest issues of the local papers, maps, and guidebooks. We will recommend tours,cafes,restaurants, and help make reservations for you.
I write for many print and electronic magazines and have a blog that my gusts say they love to read. My husband is the science editor at the biological research agency at the end of our beach. He walks to work along the beach, and walks home for lunch.
Property Photos
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- Evening view of the Honeymoon Hut and pool - La Paz Vacation Rental - Beachfront, Pool, Wi-Fi
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- Its your vacation you don't have to do anything - La Paz Vacation Rental - Beachfront, Pool, Wi-Fi
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- everything you need to make a gourmet meal or just a snack
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- Read, rest, relax to the sound of waves and sea birds
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- plenty of fluffy towels, and linen- lined baskets for your clothes
Traveler Reviews (7)
We stayed at the Honeymoon Hut
Guest: Leanne and Paul
(Vancouver BC Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/18/09
Review Submitted: 03/21/09
Here are some words for you to include as our Review. Feb 18th - 23rd 2009. What a relaxing, and at the same time, exciting stay for us in the Honeymoon Hut. We travelled from snowy and cold Vancouver BC, to look at the La Paz area, and in particular, some property to purchase. The Casita at Susan's was perfect for us! We came and went at our own pace, had all that we needed to be independent, (wireless internet, well equipped kitchen, privacy, view). Susan and her husband are a wealth of local knowledge, from restaurants to beaches to property! We loved it all so much, we purchased some land nearby, and look forward to spending more time in the HoneyMoon Hut as we prepare and plan to build. Leanne and Paul Vancouver, BC
Owner response:Leanne and Paul, It was totally our pleasure hosting you! And we look forward to having you as neighbors as well. Come back soon! Saludos, Susan
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Awesome place - Highly recommend
Guest: Tim & Norma
(Collinsville, IL)
Date of Stay: 04/09/11
Review Submitted: 06/03/11
We celebrated our 25th Anniversary in La Paz at the Honeymoon Hut. We enjoyed everything so much. Ira and Susan are amazing hosts, they are available to provide almost anything you could want or need and also give you as much privacy as you want. We enjoyed an excursion to swim with the sea lions very much. It was the most amazing thing we have ever done. We enjoyed our quiet time away from the touristy activity when we relaxed here and also enjoyed a day we spent at a beach club/resort in town to get the pampering side of vacation. We made use of their massage therapist and had great massages outside on the patio. Just a note for anyone concerned about the safety of traveling to Mexico. We never once felt unsafe. We rented a car and drove from/to Cabo San Lucas airpport(about 3hr drive). Susan provided excellent directions. We drove into town (La Paz) almost every day. I think if you use common sense and know that you are in a foreign country there is nothing more to be afraid of than in the USA. Also, Mexico's tourism business is hurting due to the bad press lately and everyone was more than friendly and accomadating while we were there, it was obvious that the locals were happy we were there to support their economy. We highly recommend staying here. We also enjoyed being able to cook for ourselves. Everything you would need is provided and the local Walmart made food shopping very easy. Thanks Susan & Ira!
Owner response:Tim and Norma, It was totally our pleasure having you stay with us and we hope you will cime back again. Kindest Regards, Susan
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Honeymoon Hut Review
Guest: cardone
(Portland, Oregon , USA)
Date of Stay: 03/10/10
Review Submitted: 03/30/10
We recently went to LaPaz & had a terrific time partly because of our choice of places to stay. Honeymoon Hut was clean, modern w/a large pool & right on the beach. You could just relax & stay here or rent a car and go to the downtown area within 15-20 minutes - if you wanted to get around, a car rental would be essential. The owners were gracious & helpful about the nearby community or area sites. Restaurants were terrific & ranged in price. Our Favorites:Secreto - exceptional fusion cuisine (Chilean trained chef) gracious wait staff, pleasant music , (2) il Rustica - romantic with herb garden, fab wait staff & outdoor seating w/birds chirping in the trees& fab food from well prepared pasta, salad & soup dishes to gourmet pizza. Our favorite beach was Balandra. The main street in LaPaz was beautiful - lovely sculptures, friendly people, great seaviews & an array of great places to shop or eat.
Owner response:Thanks G & J! We loved having you stay with us. Hope you will return soon. Susan
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.
Peace in La Paz
Guest: KKC
(Kansas City, Mo.)
Date of Stay: 08/01/08
Review Submitted: 12/26/08
Susan and Ira were the perfect hosts. They provided us with worlds of info about the area and never seemed to tire of our questions. They were extremely gracious. Their pretty and immaculate cottage was perfect and contained everything we needed and more. There is the pool and sea with a wonderful beach view out of your window. A perfect, tranquail get-away!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
Serenity
Guest: ClaudeeandBuzz
(UK)
Date of Stay: 11/26/08
Review Submitted: 12/07/08
We were looking for a place to get out of the way and just do as little as we felt like. This quiet little cottage could not have been better. Our host's Susan & Ira were fantastic in every way. They made sure that we had everything needed, including a home made pumpkin pie for thanksgiving. They were mindful that we were on vacation and ensured we had plenty of privacy. They have a great deal of local knowledge and made some excellent suggestions for places to visit and to eat. This cottage sits right on a great little beach where you can enjoy a quiet days reading, or just by the pool and watch the clouds drift by. There are other fabulous beaches within easy driving distance. If you are so inclined there is good SCUBA diving and kayaking especially around the island of Espiritu Santo. If you are a photographer or a birder then this place is excellent with lots of big skies and interesting vistas as well many species of birds. The cottage is well maintained and clean, there is plenty to do in the surrounding area, but you will need a car. For the two of us it was just nice to be able to relax here in the peace and quiet and to cook for ourselves in the great little kitchen right inside the cottage. I can't wait to be in the southern Baja again just so that I can return. Thank you Susan & Ira
Owner response:We try to spoil our guests with little surprises like the pumpkin pies, or some cookie dough for them to bake into cookies. Once we had a visitor that forgot to pack panties. I had just returned from my semi-annual shopping trip in the US and had purchased some panties in the wrong size. so I was able to hand over some pretty panties! We love meeting new people and we adjust to the needs of our guests, if seclusion and privacy is what they need, We stay in the background. If they like to socialize, we are ready to join them.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Feel the Rhythm of Moon and Tide
Guest: MissMelysse
(DFW, Texas, USA)
Date of Stay: 12/19/07
Review Submitted: 11/29/08
Susan & Ira's Honeymoon Hut (or Palm Hut - it's got a serious palm theme going on) is, as one would expect, comfortable, spacious, and scrupulously clean, with every detail accounted for - want to go build sand castles? There's a shovel and pail available to borrow. Is a picnic more your speed? They have beach chairs and a cooler. The kitchen - and it's a full kitchen - has the necessary accoutrement for almost anything a hungry guest wants to make, whether it's toasting a bagel and making coffee, or a more elaborate meal, and all of the small appliances color-coordinate. As well, your hosts graciously allow the use of their outdoor grill. The best thing about staying here, however, is not the mattress that leaves your back singing because it's got such great support, or the bathroom large enough to spin around in, either, it's the way you slip into a new rhythm after just a day or so. My husband and I are nocturnal, but within a couple of days within these walls, I was waking at dawn, and and going to bed not long after moonrise. I spent early mornings on the sand, and fell into the habit of an afternoon nap on those days where I had evening activities planned. Not only did I return from my Baja vacation well rested and refreshed, the amount of walking and fresh food with only essential seasonings meant that I am probably the only woman on earth to return from Christmas vacation having LOST a few pounds. (Results not guaranteed, your mileage may vary.) Susan and Ira are low key hosts. If you need something, they'll provide it. If you're desperate for company, they'll be pleasantly sociable, but if you want to be left along to simply enjoy the sun, sand, and sea, you'll be granted that pleasure. Most of us go on vacations claiming we want to get away from it all, and then finding places that echo our home lives. The honeymoon hut really DOES get you away from it all, but never fear: if you're a news junkie, their free wifi will keep you well connected.
Owner response:Thank you Melissa! It was a pleasure hosting you. And we now have lovely dishes in a palm tre motif. Thank you again! Susan
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Romantic and private
Guest: melinbaja
(Rancho Nuevo, BCS, Mexico)
Date of Stay: 04/10/08
Review Submitted: 11/11/08
We have stayed with Susan and Ira in this delightful guesthouse and loved it! It has all the ameneties you could ask for, and more. The attention to detail feels five-star. The location is great -- close enough to La Paz yet quiet and secluded, with the beach outside your door. You will feel pampered and totally relaxed by the time you leave this beautiful spot. Melanie & Guenter
Owner response:Make your reservation soon so that we can pamper you as well. We try to have all of the little niceties that we expect when we stay in a hotel or vacation rental...and then some. Like good coffee, coffee filter, a good coffee maker and carafe. Oh and for you tea drinkers, we have luscious teas as well. And from our herb garden, fresh basil and rosemary for when you cook "at home." We have beach chairs and an umbrella for you to take along to other beaches, a cooler, picnic ware, and pails and shovels for your inner child! And we have a car rental deal for you as well. What are you waiting for? We are waiting for you!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+.
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