There is nothing like a vacation that exceeds your expectations, especially when they are fairly high going in. We spent two weeks and could have easily stayed two months, the place is so perfect. The first week we had two couples and spent our time surfing out front or just down the beach, lazing in Hammocks, reading books, floating in the pool or splashing in the ocean waves, hitting Rodrigo and Natali's beach bar (Amor Marino Cocktail Bar) for amazing unique cocktails and of course enjoying Carmen's delicious cooking. It was so nice to have the option of having meals cooked for us (and cleaned!) right at the Casa. One night Carmen even organized a local band to come in and play for us during dinner and we turned it in to a bit of a dance party.
The second week we had two couples , each with a young child and even with 6 people the place still felt VERY spacious. Lots of room to find your own spot to chill or the whole group could sit together and watch the beautiful sun sets (while munching on Francisco and Carmen's famous Guacamole and sipping a Margarita). We tried Horseback Riding on the beach with Octavio and the kids loved it so much that we did it again. This place works very well for both adults and kids, our son was asking when we were going to come back before we had even left. The weather was pretty much perfect our entire stay, mid 80 degree air and almost as warm of water - I hope Heaven is just as comfortable. We surfed almost everyday and I will always remember my son's first time on a board with me catching waves at Saladita, a super fun left point break about 20 min. up the road.
We really felt like we had the red carpet rolled out for us by the staff. The owners are so helpful, answered all of our questions and sent us a VERY detailed pre-arrival information pack that includes excellent restaurant recommendations, (we tried several and we were not disappointed - Johnny's On The Beach and Chenchos were tops, and the ice cream and Cafe Sol was delicious). Upon arrival and during our stay, Carmen and Francisco went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure we had an amazing time, including rescuing us when our car ran out of gas and bringing us special cough medicine for the kids without us even asking for it! We wanted to take them home with us.
Muchas Gracias Casa De Helen for one of the best vacations ever!