Location: Barra de Navidad, Jalisco, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (20 minutes from Manzanillo International Airport) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6)
Keywords: House
Barra de Navidad, on the Costa Alegre, midway between Acapulco and Puerto Vallarta, is a picturesque, friendly little fishing town built on a sandbar that extends into the Bahia de Navidad. For swimming and water sports, you can choose between the calm waters of the lagoon, the beach on the bay or one of the spectacular neighbouring beaches. At the far end of the Bahia de Navidad is the bustling town Melaque. Barra is a 20 minute drive from Manzanillo International Airport, two hours from Colima and 3 hours from Puerto Vallarta.
Many of the cobblestone streets are open to pedestrians only and the village is easily explored on foot. Across the bay, accessible by road or water-taxi, in Isla de Navidad, is the 5 star Grand Hotel, with marina and a world class golf course. Barra abounds in good restaurants, great sport fishing, excursions and all variety of water sports.We have breathtaking sunsets,a tremendous variety of birds and we are blessed with warm, delightful people. Time for REAL REST.
Our casa is a spacious,well equipped, comfortable two-storey family home. We have neighbourhood shopping a few steps from the house, we are two blocks from the beach and within easy walking distance to the town centre. The property which is on a large double lot, is fully enclosed for complete privacy and security. Within the 8-foot walls are the large palapa, two separate outdoor eating and bbq areas, tropical garden, fountain and a good sized pool. The living/dining area on the ground floor is open and spacious...we have recently added a pool table! There is also a full kitchen and bathroom downstairs.Ceiling fans throughout. Upstairs; the den/ TV area, 2 full bathrooms and 3 bedrooms (king, double and 2 twin; all with fans) with large front and back balconies. The house is fully equipped, plenty of towels and linen, lots of books, games CD's and DVDs for relaxed and easy living.A WIFI connection has recently been installed and available to visitors.
Maid, gardener and pool maintenance come twice weekly.
A no smoking house
No pets please.
More photos available upon request.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking : gated secure parking
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Crib
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Pool Table
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Gazebo : palapa
- Communications
- Telephone : fax
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Restaurants
Rate Details (In USDollars)
May-Oct .... $ 800 week
Nov-Apr .... $ 1000/week
Christmas and Easter.. $1500 week
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Private,Secure Family Home; Short Stroll to the Beach
Year Purchased: 2002
Why the Owner Chose Barra de Navidad
On our very first visit to Barra we were completely smitten. The location, the sun, the sea, the relative social stability, the delightful people, the enchanting village, the energy and the hospitality were overwhelming. Within three days we bought our wonderful casa and we have not regretted that impulsive decision for a moment since.
The Unique Benefits at this House
One of the marvellous aspects of spending time in Barra is the many alternatives possible. You can stay put.... totally... hang around the pool, shop in the barrio, eat at home, play pool, listen to music or you can explore the village and immediate surroundings; Melaque, La Manzanilla,La Colimilla, lunch at the Grand Bay, golf, fishing or water sports. For those curious folks who can stay longer, we are two hours from the wonderful, colonial town of Colima, four hours from Ajijic and Guadalajara, the artisanat center of Mexico, and La Ticla, some of the best surfing on the coast. Bustling Puerto Vallarta is only three hours north along the coast with marvellous beaches and exclusive hotels along the way.
Property Photos
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- Front of House, secure with private parking - Barra de Navidad, Mexico Vacation Home
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- side garden - Barra de Navidad, Mexico Vacation Home
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- poolside - Barra de Navidad, Mexico Vacation Home
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- pool
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- palapa
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- garden and fuente
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- palapa dining
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- fountain & garden with a glimpse of the pool
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- living-dinig area
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- living-dining area
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- pool table
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- Master Bedroom front upstair balcony
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- second bedroom
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- palapa
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- margarita moment on the beach
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- Barra sunset
Traveler Reviews (3)
Barrio beauty
Guest: rob job
(white rock bc)
Date of Stay: 12/18/09
Review Submitted: 06/12/10
We have been to Barra 5 or 6 times, having stayed at Alison's house twice.It is handy to walk just a block or two to the barrio to be able to deal with local merchants for food and drink.The town and beach are also close to the home, which is most cool, even in the heat of the day.The kitchen is well stocked with utensils and cookbooks and Alison is very easy to deal with on a personal level.A nice home away from home.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, age 55+, families with young children.
Guest: Dale & Joanne
(Red Deer, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 05/06/08
Review Submitted: 05/06/08
We had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful casa for a week in April 2008. The casa is very private, very well equipped and so charming. The pool, palapa and tropical garden are fantastic and very well taken care of. The location is very close to all amenities. Muchas gracias!
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Guest: Cheryl & Don
(Wasilla, Alaska)
Date of Stay: 08/02/05
Review Submitted: 08/02/05
We stayed at this marvelous home in March 2004. We loved it so much, we're returning in March 2006. The home is well maintained, fully equiped, private, and secure. The pool and outside grounds are fabulous. Barra is a family oriented town with some nice restaurants & shopping, convenient to the airport and close to Manzanillo. The neighboring town of Melaque also has good retaurants and shopping. We highly recommend this Mexican retreat in Barra.
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