Hacienda Alegre (official owner site): Beachfront, Groups, Pool, Tennis, Gardens

HACIENDA ALEGRE Hacienda Alegre is a large two-acre estate in a gated community that has three houses and unobstructed, sweeping waterfront views. It is ideal for families, reunions, and business retreats (accommodates up to 18 people but we prefer groups up to 16): there is a five bedroom main house, a three bedroom guest house, and a two bedroom pool house surrounded by two acres of lush gardens (very tranquil). Enjoy your own private swimming pool and tennis court on this beach-front property (legendary surfing right in front of house). Hacienda Alegre is in the gated community of Punta del Burro and is 40 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta and 5 minutes south of Punta Mita. This property offers a broader range of features, including: * Wonderful staff -- local manager / concierge, housekeepers, groundskeepers. Chef services (mandatory) are not included in the rental rate but our chef is the highlight of our guests's vacations. * Classic 180-degree vista of the Pacific Ocean and the mountain-rimmed Bay * Ocean front, 30 steps down to the beach * Best surfing beach this part of Mexico * Large, lush, tropical gardens with fruit trees and exotic plants with private paths and places for reading and meditation practices * Tennis court and large swimming pool * Amazing bird (jungle and ocean) watching and migrating whales in front of house * Gated community security THE EXPERIENCE: Hacienda Alegre is a 2-acre nature experience with the main house overlooking the beach with sweeping, uninterrupted views east to Puerto Vallarta against a back drop of mountains around the horseshoe-shaped Bay of Banderas. To the west, you look along the rugged coastline towards the Pacific Ocean. Surfing is a daily delight. The sunsets (and cocktail hour) are magical from the large patio. During the winter and early spring, the bay is visited by whales, dolphins and other interesting sea characters. Every day, summer or winter, the lines of pelicans gliding above the ocean waves never cease to amaze. Maximum 16 guests (including children/babies) - *** Please note that VRBO shows rental rates for groups up to 12 guests. Groups of 13+ guest incur higher rental rates: please enquire. We will consider groups of up to 18 with prior approval from owner, and for an additional charge. *** We welcome non-smokers and no pets. We do not encourage bachelor groups and weddings. We try to keep Hacienda Alegre a relaxing nature retreat. All bedrooms and common areas have ceiling fans and/or air-conditioning; all bedrooms have decks/patios overlooking gardens and/or ocean views, and ensuite bathrooms. Main House Upper Level - large kitchen, living room, tv room/library, internet office Bedroom 1: 1 king-size bed, bathroom with shower, deck overlooking the ocean and garden Bedroom 2: 2 single beds, bathroom with shower, overlooking the ocean and garden Main House Lower Level- 2 bed/2 bath apartment with mini-kitchen and dining area: Bedroom 1: 1 king-size bed, bathroom with shower, patio with ocean and garden views Bedroom 2: 1 double-size bed and 1 single bed, bathroom with shower, patio with ocean and garden views Main House North-Corner: Bedroom 1: king-size bed, bathroom with shower Second House-casita with kitchen, dining and living area and outdoor barbecue area Bedroom 1: 1 king-size bed, bathroom with shower, patio facing garden Bedroom 2 and Bedroom 3: Each with 2 single beds, shared bathroom with shower, patio with garden views Pool House with a mini-kitchen area Bedroom 1: 1 double-size bed and 1 twin bed, bathroom with shower, deck overlooking pool, tennis court, and garden Bedroom 2: 2 single beds, bathroom with shower, deck overlooking pool, tennis court, and garden Features & Amenities Satelite TV, DVD player, CD player, Internet Outdoor Features: Direct beach access, swimming pool, 2 barbecue areas, private tennis court, ping pong table at pool area, gazebo and palapas at the beach and in the gardens. Staff & Services Manager, 2 housekeepers, and 3 gardeners. Cook services additional but mandatory. Policies: --Payment: 50% deposit at time of rental booking; the balance to be paid no later that 60 days prior to start of rental period. --Cancellation policy: No refunds. Credit issued for alternative future bookings, subject to availability. -- Security Deposit: Rental agent to hold US$1,000 security deposit in case of damages on the property caused by renters. This deposit is returned by rental agent to renters after their stay. -- Property manager / Concierge can be contacted by phone or email to assist in arrival and departure arrangements and assistance in all other renters' needs. - Chef Services are mandatory and not included in rental fee. Daily charges are dependent on number of guests. Staff will take customer’s laundry off-site (additional cost). Rental car is recommended. We are located: 40 minutes north of the Puerto Vallarta Airport 5 minutes south of Punta Mita 30 minutes to Sayulita 20 minutes north of Bucerias 10 minutes north of La Cruz Huanacaxtle Nearby activities: Surfing, swimming, sport fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, golf, eco-tours, shopping and wonderful varieties of restaurants, etc.