Location: Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (10 minute walk on the beach at the North end of town) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1.5+ Baths (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: House
Totally charming two-bedroom home on the north side of Sayulita. Beautiful gardens, ocean/sunset view, large veranda with porch swing, wonderful kitchen and outdoor living space.
Full bath inside plus an exceptional outdoor shower on the back patio surrounded by lush greenery and tropical birds and flowers. A five minute walk to the beach and ten minute walk to the center of town.
The house is quiet and private and very amenable to hanging out or having a romantic getaway. It is simple and unpretentious and everyone who goes to La Joyita ("The Little Jewel") finds it to be just that.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer : There is a washer/dryer however it is not for renter use. Renters can ask to have clothes washed while in residence.
- Dryer : See washer.
- Linens Provided : There are plenty of towels, beach towels, bed linens to accommodate any length of stay.
- Off Street Parking : The house is at the end of the road with parking right next to the front gate.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : One bedroom with a queen sized bed.
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : One bedroom with two twins.
- Convertible Bed (2) : On the front porch there is a single bed hung from the ceiling beams. This bed is more than adequate for sleeping, but does not have mosquito netting. There is also a sofa that can be used as a bed in the kitchen.
- Entertainment
- CD Player
- Music Library : People generally bring their own music. There are ipod speakers available and a CD player.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : The kitchen is fully equipped with everything one needs for comfortable living.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : All dishes, pans, silverware etc.. are available. There is a coffee maker, coffee grinder, blender, and toaster oven in addition to regular kitchen appliances.
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio (2) : There are two patios, one in front with a view of the ocean and one in back surrounded by jungle and totally private. The front deck has a fabulous ocean view. There is a table and chairs, single bed hommock swing and sitting area on the deck.
- Lanai : This is the same as the deck.
- View/Location
- Beach View : The house has a 180 degree sunset view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a 3 minute walk at the most to the beach.
- Ocean View : The house has a 180 degree sunset view of the Pacific Ocean. It is a 3-5 minute walk at the most to the beach.
- Communications
- Cell Phone : Most American cell phones work from the house, but a Mexican plan is required. Mexican cell phones are available for purchase in Sayulita.
- Other Amenities
- Full Kitchen with Refrigerator, Stove, Coffee Maker, Toaster Oven, Cooking Utensils, Linens, Hammock, Books, Games, Maid Service twice a week
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Pets are fine as long as we know about them before hand.
- Kid Friendly : The house is great for kids. It is at the top of a hill so carrying small children up the hill can be strenuous if someone is not in good shape.
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Other Activities
- You can see more photos of the house at www.la-joyita.com. The house is very private and quiet. It is surrounded on three sides by jungle and therefore one can see birds, butterflies and some wildlife. It has a beautiful sunset view and is a 10-15 minute walk to the center of Sayulita and 3-5 minutes to the beach.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$800/week, but will consider longer stays
and pro-rating by the day. Off-season rates vary.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
La Joyita: the Little Jewel
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Sayulita
Sayulita is our favorite town in Mexico
The Unique Benefits at this House
La Joyita is the perfect small house. It is tucked up on the hill above the beach with beautiful ocean views and a quiet, peaceful atmosphere. The house stays cool in the heat with nice breezes coming up from the ocean. It truly is "the jewel".
Owner's Map of Sayulita
Laurie Greig and Driscoll Robbins co-own La Joyita. We both reside in Seattle, WA
Property Photos
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- La Joyita - Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico - Vacation Rental Just 40 Kilometers From Puerto Vallarta!
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- View from the front porch - Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico - Vacation Rental Just 40 Kilometers From Puerto Vallarta!
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- Covered front porch of LaJoyita - Sayulita, Nayarit, Mexico - Vacation Rental Just 40 Kilometers From Puerto Vallarta!
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- Private driveway in front of house
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- Private outdoor shower in the back yard
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- Front Porch and outdoor table
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- Sunset
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- Long Beach just North of the house
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- View from house in mid-December.
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- Relax on the lower patio.
Traveler Reviews (6)
Betsy and Bill
Guest: Bill
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 02/05/12
Review Submitted: 02/06/12
We have stayed at La Joyita almost every year since 2003 and have referred a number of people to the property. It is a truly remarkable find. Close to the beach and to the lovely town of Saylita, it is quiet, restful, and oh so comfortable with plenty of room for four adults. It is clean and well-maintained with flowers and plants that enhance privacy. It sits on a hill with an unparallelled view of the ocean and the area nearby. La Joyita will continue to be our #1 choice in Mexico!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
wonderful little jewel
Guest: Betz
(Seattle)
Date of Stay: 11/02/09
Review Submitted: 02/04/12
My husband and I first traveled to Sayulita 6 years ago and stayed at the little jewel - La Joyita. We loved it. Away from the village with a direct path to the beach. Tucked away on the hill , it is everything we dreamed about. The porch swing was my favorite and many evenings , I feel asleep listenting to the ocean. The main bedroom has a great bed (I have a bad back and mexican mattresses are like cement) and the second room with two twin beds is great for kids or single adults. The house is clean and the garden well tended. You eat your meals out on the huge porch . And there is a well suppled lending library. I highly recommend this spot...I think it is a bargain and would always stay north of the village.
Recommended for:Pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Owner Review
Guest: Owner
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Date of Stay: 12/01/11
Review Submitted: 02/02/12
I apologize to the guest who had trouble sleeping because of the jungle noises. This, to many is a delight and obviously not something over which we have control. The sun changes with the seasons which means the later in the season the more the sun. Town is less than a mile away from the house, so it generally takes 10-15 minutes to walk to the center of the village. Unfortunately, the tip information was written incorrectly and now has been changed to the same amount for a group, not person.
Recommended for:
We loved La Joyita!
Guest: SuzyQ
(Wisconsin)
Date of Stay: 02/11/11
Review Submitted: 01/14/12
La Joyita was absolutely perfect for us. It was so quiet and restful and we loved the birds and butterflies in the morning and the jungle sounds and geckos at night with the consistent rhythm of the waves all day and night long. The house was clean and Juana the maid/gardener was wonderful. The quiet location at the north end of town suited us well. I highly recommend La Joyita for a sweet, private, pristine, romantic getaway.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
La Joyita - Quite alot of noise
Guest: frogger40212
(Vancouver)
Date of Stay: 12/31/11
Review Submitted: 01/12/12
There are some pro's and cons to this unit: Pros - Is quite secluded from the main part of the town - Fully loaded kitchen, bedrooms, and bathroom - Has a nice front porch - Has a nice sitting area in the front Cons - Quite a walk away from town (20 min or so) - There are screened windows with shutters but there is no glass in the windows. This creates an airy feel to the place but allows the noise of the jungle to keep you up at night - The front porch does not receive the morning sunshine nor the evening. It is very nice but is only sunny from about 12:00 PM to about 3 PM - The place is VERY noise from jungle bug noises. We needed to sleep with ear plugs - Directions on how to get to the place where not clear and we got quite lost trying to find the place - There is an expectation that the maid be tipped $10 per person per week and the person who delivers water 5$ per person per week. Overall recommendation: I would not stay here again or recommend a friend stay at La Joyita
Owner response:Adam, I am so sorry for your inconvenience. I have posted a review in response. The tip information left at the house should have read per group, not per person. It sounds as if your trip did not go well and for the parts we had any control over, I apologize. We are currently putting a map on the site, although the road to the house has no name as you know, so it is tricky.
Recommended for:
Hillside retreat
Guest: Sally
(Kalispell, MT)
Date of Stay: 04/01/10
Review Submitted: 07/16/11
La Joyita is a beautiful little retreat perched on a hillside wild garden of trees and flowers and firds looking out over the ocean. The house is open to the ocean breeze so we slept, ate, hung out in the fresh air the entire time we were there. We've stayed three different times and it feels like we are coming home each time. The house is comfortable, and offers a quiet contrast to the the busy little village and beach of Sayulita. The house is well cared for and the kitchen has everything needed to cook up meals. The outdoor shower in the backyard garden is a great feature. It's a perfect getaway from the cold climates of the north in spring.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children.
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