My 7yo daughter and I went on a 30 day Mexican adventure this summer and adventure central was Casa Toucan. We had Spanish lessons, we ate out / ate in, we rested, we swam in the pool and the ocean, we snorkeled and went horseback riding. I found local dance lessons, day camps as well as glass blowing and art classes for my daughter (thanks to my friend and tutors contacts). We walked everywhere and we shopped at the local businesses on the main street as well as the Plaza about a half a mile away...fresh, hot chocolate churros anyone?? YUM!!!! Sylvia has done a great job with the house as it is beautifully decorated peaceful and comfortable to lounge in. She and the house manager helped immediately with some technical difficulties that came up due to the storms. And, I should also add that the most important feature for my husband (who wasn't travelling with us) was that it was safe. Hablo un poco Spanish, but that's about it. The gated property and the SUPER kind 24 hr / day staff stationed BOTH in the front and back of the property was very reassuring. The staff greeted us kindly daily, they helped us get early morning cabs to PV or Punta Mita for our snorkeling trips and we also got a call in the middle of the night to bear witness to a mama turtle laying it's eggs. What an amazing treat that was and all due to thoughtful staff!!!! The dipping pool located on our balcony was a fun ritual just before bed and the ocean breeze was a pleasure given the hot days. We've been back a little over a month and I miss it all. I wish I was there and we can't wait to go back (with my husband next time). Stop looking ... if Bucerias is where you want to go, this was the cleanest, safest and most central place to stay in. You will have an amazing time when you go ... Adiós amigos!!!