Panoramic Ocean View Estate 75 Yards to Sayulita Beach 20% Off
- Minimum stay:3 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Just 30 minutes from the Puerto Vallarta airport where the jungle meets the ocean on a beautiful gently sloping hillside with 360-degree views of ocean and jungle, and only 75 yards from the ocean sits Casa Rana Verde, a tropical paradise in wonderful, sunny Sayulita! The fully-furnished home features ocean and jungle views from every room and one-plus acre of private, gated land with wading and adult pools connected by a cascading waterfall, that cascades onto an ocean viewing bench to watch the sunset over the ocean! Our ocean view pool is the best in Sayulita!
We live right next door to the estate to assure that your vacation will be all you expect it to be. All 3 bedrooms are very large with extra built in beds. They are furnished with the finest amenities such as Ralph Lauren towels, 250+ thread count all cotton sheets (only natural fiber products are used throughout), down pillows, televisions with DVD players and a DVD library of TV sets & movies, iPod player, Guatemalan fabrics for all curtains and pillow covers, our personal art collection from travels throughout Mexico/Guatemala, furnishings that will allow you all the comforts you need while enjoying our incredible villa. Our kitchens are stocked with as many small appliances, coffee cups, wine glasses, plates, bowls, etc. as you have in your own homes. The kitchen ware is matching Fiesta ware. Everything is in abundance.
The villa is located at 'Villas Rana Verde' Sayulita's premiere estate property, with almost 1 1/2 acres of private land, we are one of the largest pieces of estate property in Sayulita. The beach across the street is one of the most pristine, sandy, private beaches with the cleanest water in Sayulita. It is not unusual to be the only person on the beach for 1/4 mile in each direction. There is great surf fishing on the beach right across the street from the estate. The fisherman regularly catch snook, sea bass, grouper and many other varieties. It is a nesting grounds for Leatherback turtles who can be seen in the early morning hours and late evenings during summer months laying their eggs or hiding the nests before their return to the ocean.
We are located about 1/2 mile from the village in an area of private villas away from the night noise of the village with its roosters (why do they have to start crowing at 2:30AM?), cantinas, and Saturday night disco, and all night drum circles. Your quiet night of sleep is assured. We are across from the most pristine, private, sandy beach you have ever seen, just a 2 minute walk on a cobblestone path. The short 10 minute walk to town can be along the beach or a quiet, low traffic paved road.
We provide everything you need for a luxurious and relaxing stay. Hair dryers in every bathroom, organic fruit from the estate for your table, every day maid and pool service, optional cook, beach towels (chairs and umbrellas too), fresh flowers, the best of everything, all in the very private setting. Our villas can not be seen by each other or by the surrounding villas. Our driver can pick you up at the airport in an air conditioned Suburban with cold drinks of your choice. If you are looking for a very private getaway without even leaving the estate, our cook can prepare the best Mexican meals. She brings her masa dough for tortillas, along with her wooden press (many guests enjoy pitching in and making their own tortillas, it is lots of fun with Lucia), and she prepares salsa, guacamole, rice, beans, and 2 entrees with your choice of chile rellenos, shrimp, fish, chicken, pork or beef. Most guests tell me this is one of the highlights of their trip.
Our lovely estate is home to the most beautiful birds that you are likely to witness outside the most complete aviary of exotic, tropical, colorful birds. We have identified over 100 varieties of these magnificent creatures. There is an even larger abundance if you venture into the nearby jungle.
The best tropical garden in Sayulita is at your doorstep all within the private, gated compound. We have so many varieties of palms, sweet smelling exotic flowers, flowering trees, organic fruit for your table, and much more for your enjoyment. If you love to garden, this is a once in a lifetime opportunity to live your dream in a tropical paradise. Meander through our many cobblestone pathways into a tropical botanical paradise seldom seen on private grounds.
We have the best home, pool, garden, location, view and amenities in Sayulita! Check out the 'comments of previous guests' below to find out how truly great our home is!
Experience Mexico at its best. Outside Magazine calls Sayulita 'the best place to hang a hammock.' Check out why AARP magazine article calls Sayulita one of the best places in the world to retire. Good Morning America called Sayulita one of the best places to take a family vacation. The New York Times, San Jose Mercury, LA Times and many more have all written fantastic articles on Sayulita. You will not experience a more beautiful, untouched paradise anywhere!
Wow! This incredible villa can be combined with our other villas on the same estate property, Casa Pajaro & Casa Mikayla for an unbelievable multi-family or extended family experience with 4 pools, 3 kitchens, 7 bedrooms, 10 baths with built in beds for 17, in a tropical paradise in the lap of luxury!!
Keywords: Villa
Property Type
- Villa
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Considered
- Non Smoking Only
Bedrooms
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 9, Beds for 9
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Convertible bed(s)
Bathrooms
- 5.0 Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
- Bathroom 4
- Bathroom 5
Kitchen & Dining
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
Amenities
- Babysitter
- Clothes Dryer
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Television
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
Communications
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Access
- Wireless Internet
- Telephone
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
- Balcony
Location & View
- Car Not Necessary
Activities
- Restaurants
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Deepsea Fishing
- Hiking
- Wind-Surfing
- Sailing
- Basketball Court
- Surfing
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Golf
- Water Skiing
- Kayaking
- Cycling
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Jet Skiing
- Fishing
- Tennis
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Walking
- Whale Watching
- Sound/Bay Fishing
- Shopping
- Shelling
- Sight Seeing
- Boating
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fitness Center
- Massage Therapist
- Horseback Riding
- Surf Fishing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Amazing Vacation
Amazing Vacation
- Guest Jill
- Date of stay 03/16/13
- Review Submitted 04/02/13
What a fantastic spot for a vacation! Thanks Barry and to all the staff at Rana Verde! our group had an amazing time and felt so cared for. Your beautiful estate is incredible. The amazing location, views, the quiet, the cleanliness, the charming decoration- it was wonderful! thank you so much! we will definitely be back.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
Owner response: We have had 4 yoga groups attend retreats at our lovely estate this year and all have loved it. Our huge living area is perfect for yoga practice, group meals, or relaxing and enjoying the peace and quiet serenity, incredible panoramic ocean views and sunsets. Our talented cook has made meals for most of the groups over the years and all have raved about her delicious meals. We have yoga mats here at the property for those who choose not to bring theirs from home. We love yoga groups and look forward to many more in the future. Thanks to everyone who has attended!
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Perfectly Excecuted Vacation Rental Property
Perfectly Excecuted Vacation Rental Property
- Guest CaliforniaCouple
- Date of stay 12/18/12
- Review Submitted 01/07/13
My partner and I spent an incredible 5 days at Casa Rana Verde. Having such a welcome place to call home during our stay really made the difference in our vacation from being good to outstanding. The owner was very welcoming, the house and the property were tranquil and extremely close to the beach. The property is located in what we considered to be the perfect location. Not downtown (you really don't want to be sleeping on that side of town), yet close to everything (its a small town so that's not a huge stretch!) We felt very relaxed, safe, and carefree. Sayulita has a wide array of restaurants, but for a really nice treat we were able to arrange a home cooked meal prepared for us right in our own kitchen. Although Sayulita has some great food, this was our favorite meal. The pools are a nice touch, and from the property there is an incredible view of the ocean where you can see and hear the waves while watching the sunset in the evening. We are already planning our next trip to Sayulita and will be planning our trip around the availability of this vacation rental. It was such a pleasure to stay at Casa Rana Verde.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Perfectly Excecuted Vacation Rental Property
Perfectly Excecuted Vacation Rental Property
- Guest CaliforniaCouple
- Date of stay 12/18/12
- Review Submitted 01/07/13
My partner and I spent an incredible 5 days at Casa Rana Verde. Having such a welcome place to call home during our stay really made the difference in our vacation from being good to outstanding. The owner was very welcoming, the house and the property were tranquil and extremely close to the beach. The property is located in what we considered to be the perfect location. Not downtown (you really don't want to be sleeping on that side of town), yet close to everything (its a small town so that's not a huge stretch!) We felt very relaxed, safe, and carefree. Sayulita has a wide array of restaurants, but for a really nice treat we were able to arrange a home cooked meal prepared for us right in our own kitchen. Although Sayulita has some great food, this was our favorite meal. The pools are a nice touch, and from the property there is an incredible view of the ocean where you can see and hear the waves while watching the sunset in the evening. We are already planning our next trip to Sayulita and will be planning our trip around the availability of this vacation rental. It was such a pleasure to stay at Casa Rana Verde.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Perfect Vacation!
Perfect Vacation!
- Guest Shannon
- Date of stay 03/17/12
- Review Submitted 04/05/12
We recently rented all 3 villas, with 7 adults and 5 kids under the age of 5. The main outdoor living room was perfect for keeping track of the kids and feeding them because it has gates to keep them contained but they could run and play. It was so nice to have different pool options so we didn't have to be quiet while the different naps were going on. We could easily walkt to and from the beach even with toys and the villas had cooler and chairs including backpack straps to make it easy. The car service was great and didn't even charge us for the 1 1/2 hour Mega mart run on the way from the airport. They even brought carseats. The pack n plays were perfect for the kiddos. Plenty of sun and shade options. love being at the peaceful beautiful north end of the beach instead of right in town, and also thought the walk to twon was perfect for alittle exercise. Barry was available by phone for anything we needed and checked in on us a few times. The decor, colors, art, bedding, tiles, and design made us really feel like we went ot Mexico and got away. We really had a perfect time and would love to go back soon!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Living a Dream
Living a Dream
- Guest Travelgirl
- Date of stay 02/25/12
- Review Submitted 04/05/12
My brother rented Casa Rana Verde and Mikayla for the week of my niece's wedding. When we walked up to the terrace, we were speechless. The view of the ocean and Sayulita a short distance away is breathtaking. That terrace became the gathering place for the 10 of us, a place to visit over breakfast or share cocktails at sunset. In the late afternoons, after sightseeing and shopping, people also gravitated to the beautiful pool or took the short walk to the beach. Casa Rana Verde offers a variety of spots to visit or just enjoy a book and each of them has its own beauty. The rooms at Casa Rana are very private and each is uniquely decorated. Many of the artworks are for sale. In fact, two members of our group took lovely pieces home. The rooms are separate enough that the Casa works well for a larger group. But because of the layout, it could accommodate a smaller group just as easily. We had two of the units and never saw the couple in the third, who had their own entry and pool. While Casa Rana Verde is an impressive property, what really makes it stand out are the people who run it. Barry, the owner, lives next door and checks in often to make sure everything is okay. Lucia and her helper in the kitchen are fantastic cooks and are available to prepare delicious meals. We entertained large groups four different nights, including 20 people the day after the wedding, and they took care of everything. Angel, who took us back and forth from the airport, was prompt and personable. The gardener and cleaning crew also did an excellent job. When I review a place, I try to also mention any negatives that I noticed. In this case, there were none. I would come back to Casa Rana in a heartbeat.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Perfect Sayulita Vacation
Perfect Sayulita Vacation
- Guest Relarajada
- Date of stay 03/24/12
- Review Submitted 04/03/12
Our three-generation family stayed at Casa Rana Verde and had a fabulous vacation. The location of the house -- close to the beach and town, but outside of the fray -- was ideal. We loved the design of the palapa and houses, with each of us enjoying privacy and togetherness that the property afforded. Barry and Connie were perfect hosts. We felt pampered and looked after yet without interference. Every detail was accounted for on the well-maintained and -appointed property and with the booking. We loved the palm trees around the terraced pool, the home-cooked meals by Lucia, the artful touches in the ample rooms, the super-comfortable mattresses and soft sheets. There was room for doing everything (yoga, entertaining, cooking) and nothing at all. This place would be great for couples, a group of friends, and families of all ages like us. We will be back!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Gracious living above Sayulita Bay
Gracious living above Sayulita Bay
- Guest joanie
- Date of stay 01/25/12
- Review Submitted 02/02/12
We arrived at Casa Rana Verde just in time for our first sunset. What a view and what a great property. Our rental was divided on 3 levels making a visit to Sayulita with a friend and another couple very comfortable and fun. Barry provided everything we needed - a great kitchen, a wonderful housekeeper and all the amenities from boogie boards and beach chairs to yoga mats. We took his suggestion to have Lucia cook us dinner one night - what a treat! We had a wonderfully restful and fun week. We will definitely return!Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Relaxing post wedding vacation
Relaxing post wedding vacation
- Guest Kay
- Date of stay 05/22/11
- Review Submitted 07/05/11
We came here for a relaxing post wedding vacation with 6 adults. We chose Casa Rana Verde because of its authenic Mexican look, beautiful views and grounds and privacy for each couple. It did not disappoint. Barry is willing to help you with anything and Lucia and Chuey take excellent care of the house and grounds. We had excellent meals prepared by Lucia with lots of leftovers. The pool area is perfect as you can sit in the shade or sun and comfortable chairs are provided.There is a large area to meet in the outdoor living room and eat a relaxing meal while you watch the sun set. The only thing to consider if you are coming here is your physical condition. It is built on a hill and if you want to walk to the beach or town, it does require you to be in good shape. We loved it as it provided some much needed exercise while enjoying the foods and beverages of Mexico. A good walking/running trail is close by or you can run into town and enjoy a nice breakfast while there. If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing vacation this is the place.Recommended for: Romantic getaway, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thanks for the great review! FYI: most all properties in Sayulita have some slope. Ours is relatively minor. The slope is about 30% and is 30-40 yards in length. For most people this has not been a problem.
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Villas Rana Verde
Villas Rana Verde
- Guest Judy
- Date of stay 01/30/11
- Review Submitted 02/22/11
For anyone interested in hosting a large group in Sayulita, especially for the purposes of a retreat, this may be your place! I recently held a movement retreat at Villas Rana Verde in early February, 2011. I can confidently say that, after my many months of research and deliberating, I made the best choice. We were a group of 17 (15 of whom stayed on the property; 2 people stayed up the road at Casa Susana) Everything about the setting was ideal for our purposes. The property is very quiet, (but for the wonderfully exotic sounds of the crashing waves and tropical birds) and is a perfect distance from town. Moreover, there is plenty of privacy and quiet between casas, and even between rooms within the casas. Having multiple kitchens proved very helpful with such a large group. The rooms and grounds, evidently very clean and well-maintained, were all very much enjoyed by my participants. Most significant for our purposes was the terrace: we made very good use of it, for breakfast first thing in the morning, dance and meditation, general hanging out and sunning, beautiful sunset dinners, and laying under the stars until the wee hours. We were able to play music (with great acoustics under the palapa!) and could turn on lights and candles as it grew dark. Lucia (the cook/maid) and Chuy (the gardener/maintenance man) are helpful and responsive. Lucia and her crew of lovely ladies made us breakfast each morning, and 3 dinners - they obviously contributed a great deal to our experience, such that received a few standing ovations from our lively group :) Owner Barry is committed to his guests having a satisfying stay. I found him to be quick to respond to my (many!) emails leading up to my trip, and generally thorough in the information he shared. The one glitch of this trip was that Barry was out of town for the bulk of our stay, namely upon our arrival; I had a few surprises during our stay that would have been much less challenging had he been around, or even had I known in advance that he wouldn't be there. That said, Barry was still in quick contact with me by phone (when in range) to help me handle any situations as they arose, and went out of his way to make sure my guests (and I) were happy, even from afar. It was notable to me that most of my participants commented that the property was ideal, that "it couldn't have been more perfect", and that some of them even plan to return with their own guests. I highly recommend Rana Verde!Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: Although this review is glowing, I want clear up a couple of comments. First, although I did not arrive until the 3rd day of a 7 day stay, my daughter and manager who live next door to the estate were here for any questions that arose, of which the client made me or my manager (who checked in with her twice in the first day) aware of no glitches. Also, of the over 30 emails I received from this guest, all were answered within 2-3 hours, usually immediately, by phone. We try very hard to give the utmost service, and pride ourselves in our determination to give the best possible response to our clients needs. This guest booked the estate for next year!
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Thanksgiving at Casa Rana Verde Compound
Thanksgiving at Casa Rana Verde Compound
- Guest Bibi
- Date of stay 11/20/10
- Review Submitted 01/02/11
We rented the three casas (Rana Verde, Pajaro and Mikayla) for a week over Thanksgiving to celebrate my husband's 60th. There were 14 of us including kids, spouses and grandkids. It was a FABULOUS experience! From the moment we were picked up by Angel at the airport (Barry arranged transportation for all of us from and to the airport), our needs were totally met. The houses are set in such a way that everyone could have privacy and yet gather on the large palapa to be together. We chose to have Lucia cook all our breakfasts and dinners and either ate leftovers or went to town for lunch (Chocobanana was a big hit). We got to choose our menus and Lucia (and Rosie) did an astounding job of figuring out how much food to serve for all of us- she even accommodated our various food allergies by serving a dish made two ways- one regular and one without, say, dairy. Everything was delicious! The compound is located at the quiet north end of Sayulita within easy walking distance of town. The beach is a short walk away and even though it was Thanksgiving week, it was so uncrowded that it felt like our own private beach. Connie and Barry live next door and made sure everything was perfect. Their attention to detail was amazing in every way. The furnishings and design of the place are unique and fun. The quality of the linens and towels are excellent. There are beach towels, beach chairs, boogie boards available. The entire family has decided that our next family reunion will be in Sayulita at the Casa Rana Verde compound!Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 3 night min stay |
$429 | $3000 | ||||
| Peak Season Nov 1 - May 30 3 night min stay |
$429 | $3000 | ||||
| Summer Season Jun 1 - Oct 31 3 night min stay |
$286 | $2000 | ||||
Additional information about rental rates
20% off all bookings for occupancy during May 2013!!
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Location
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- Nearest Airport: Puerto Vallarta at 25 Miles
- Nearest Motorway: route 200 at 3 Kilometres
- Nearest Barpub: Terrazola at 1 Kilometres
- Nearest Restaurant: Terrazola at 1 Kilometres
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2003
About the owner: Barry & Connie Dumont moved here from Santa Cruz, CA in 2003. They had been Realtors there for the previous 20 years. They have four children, one of whom moved to Sayulita with them and owns and operates Galeria Gypsy in the village of Sayulita. They have always had a keen interest in Mexico and south, and were frequent visitors during the 70s and 80s to Mexico, Guatemala and Columbia. Once the four children had grown, they renewed their love affair with Mexico and made the move to Mexico full time in 2003. They live next door to the villas. They travel to the interior of Mexico and as buyers for their daughter's store several times a year, and when in Sayulita are surfing and enjoying the fantastic laid back lifestyle.
Why the Owner Chose Sayulita:
My wife and I 1st came to Sayulita in 1995. We immediately loved the wonderful ambiance, weather, ocean, beaches and great people. We were living in Santa Cruz, CA at the time, which we love for many of the same reasons. As the years went by we were spending more time each year in Sayulita. We met the previous owners of the property and thought what an amazing piece of property it was and never dreamed that we would one day own it. We thought it had the perfect combination of great ocean views, easy beach access, privacy and great location. After we bought the estate, we moved here full time in 2003 and have never regretted a day. We live next door to the villas full time, so we are here to be sure that your vacation is all that you expect it to be. There is a reason why everyone is talking about Sayulita, but that reason is actually many reasons. It is just a fantastic place to live or visit! Come and visit us and discover why so many of our guests describe our villas in superlative terms. We make it great for you!
The Unique Benefits at this Villa:
Our estate is a fantastic venue for any size group of up to 15-20 people, depending on whether there are families, couples or singles. In addition to Casa Rana Verde there are 2 other villas on the property that will accommodate a larger group if you need it. Each of the 3 villas have their own private pool. Nothing is shared between the villas except the parking area and gated entry. Each villa also has its own kitchen and gardens. Our full acre plus property is landscaped with the finest garden in Sayulita. Due to the extensive 15 year garden and other landscaping, there is total privacy everywhere. There is maid & pool service six days a week. There is a fantastic cook that prepares, serves and cleans up after an 8 plate meal for $9.50/adult plus the cost of the food. We use only the finest for your bedding, cooking, bathing, etc, so that when you come here, the comforts are much like what you are accustomed to at home. Our driver will pick you up the airport, insuring your comfort and safety to and from the villas. Our ocean views are unsurpassed in Sayulita. It is just a 2 minute walk on cobblestone to the sandy, pristine beach from our front gate, and only a 10 minute walk to the village of Sayulita by sandy beach or quiet paved road. We live next door to insure that your needs are fulfilled. We care about your stay and want to make it the best it can be!
Contact us
- Primary: (831) 420-8417 (California, USA)
- Secondary: +52 329 291 3 914 (Mexico)
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Photos
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Enjoy beautiful sunsets from our huge ocean view deck!
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Sit on ocean view bench with waterfall cascading on u watching sun set on ocean
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Alfresco living room has fantastic ocean breezes year round!!
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Kitchen is bright, sunny, with lounging area, fully equipped, bottled water .
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Relax, enjoy, kick back, your luxury and privacy are assured!!!
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views of town, surf breaks and beyond from deck
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Living room is 50 feet across w panoramic ocean views/sunsets/whitewater!!
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Watch the surf break from the living room! Great views of the village!!
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Upstairs master has ocean views from every window, fantastic ocean breezes!!!
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Huge downstairs master with private ocean view patio to relax at!!
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Ocean view adult & child pools w cascading waterfall & sunset watching bench!!!
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Huge ocean view patio has room for everyone!
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