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One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit

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Front room with queen size bed with firm pillow top mattress.
Front view of Casita.
Living room sofa and chairs.
Dining area seats up to eight people.
View into the Casita from the front door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Lo de Marcos, NAY
  • Lo de Marcos Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lo de Marcos Plaza
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • San Pancho Nayarit Market
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit

Practical, simple accommodation one block from the beach! Great for experienced travelers who want to unplug and enjoy local culture.

Minutes from the downtown square, public transit, restaurants, sports bar, and grocery stores.

Beautiful, older casita with hacienda style vintage furniture and lots of natural light. One block from the beach. You can hear the surf from the patio and with the windows open.

Fully furnished living, dining, lounge, patio, and bedrooms. Comfy mattresses and quality linens and pillows. Kitchen equipped for those who love to cook - new hot water heater and gas stove with oven, fridge, toaster, blender, frying & sauce pans.
Open plan due to first bedroom divided off by decorative concrete block and second room without door. Curtains provide partial visual privacy. A small safe is provided for your valuables.

Two boogie boards, beach chairs, beach umbrella and 2 beach towels provided.

***PLEASE INQUIRE for lower Monthly / Summer Rates***

NOTE: bedrooms are not closed off from one another and it has more the feel of one big open space. This is traditional in many local homes. While the casita can sleep more than 4, please consider the open floor plan before booking.

House has WiFi but internet in village is inconsistent. House has four ceiling fans for ventilation. No air conditioning nor clothes washing machine. There is a full service laundromat three blocks away.

Bathroom, while functional, is old with oxidation on grout and old fixtures.

SAFETY for CHILDREN / ACCESSIBILITY: There is a recently constructed upper shaded patio with a minimal hand rail and narrow, spiral stairwell. Some electricity is surface run and homes in this area are not wired with grounded outlets.

NOISE: Casita Estrella is located in the vibrant center of town where there can be much activity. Neighbors have chickens, dogs and roosters. It is next to the local Catholic Church and the bells are loud. Once or twice a week, there is a "Rooster Mass," as the locals joke, meaning the church bells are rung at 6:30am in time with the local roosters crowing. Also, the house is off a square used for basketball and soccer play, so games go on a few nights a week. We love hearing the locals (adults and children) playing sports, like having a live sports feed. There can be a game playing or a bouncing basketball until 11pm at night. Basketball and soccer ball provided. Neighbors play traditional music loud on occasion.

Property manager

Jennifer Jako
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Best for older children. No outlet protectors, etc
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Pets must be taken outside to go to the bathroom.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets must be taken outside and off the property to go to the bathroom.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lo de Marcos

Located in Lo de Marcos, this holiday home is in the city centre and by the sea. San Pancho Nayarit Market and Tianguis Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sayulita Beach and Lo de Marcos Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lo de Marcos, NAY

What's nearby

  • Lo de Marcos Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lo de Marcos Plaza - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Pancho Nayarit Market - 14 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Playa San Francisco - 27 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sayulita Beach - 31 min drive - 18.4 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Su Pancha Madre - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mariscos Barracuda - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Olivia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Orgánico - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Paraiso - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is One block to the beach! Three blocks to plaza, stores and public transit located?

Located in the heart of Lo de Marcos, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Lo de Marcos Beach and Lo de Marcos Plaza. Campo de Ensueno Golf Course and Las Huertas Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great stay. Character, comfortable, great neighbours, close to beach, great communication with host.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aline T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Location

The location was great! So close to the beach!The restaurants and food were amazing! The beach chairs and umbrella that came with the unit was great! Used them everyday! Would definitely book again! The only negative thing was the church bellsringing at 6:30 am on Sunday. And the basketball court out front can get loud! But it would eventually quiet down!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanneke v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely casita close to the ocean

We enjoyed our stay in this authentic casita in calm and friendly and tropical Lo de Marcos. Two times a day in the ocean, the beach almost to ourselves. Small shops and restaurants nearby. Off the beaten track. Many thanks
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashlynn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

We loved staying here! It's clean, and close to everything we need.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feels Like Home

This was my 3rd time staying at this home.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for our stay!

I was looking for the best place to stay without spending very much money and this may be it! The listing matched the description and the reviews. Jennifer and her Housekeeper Annie were great communicators. 1 block from the beach, across the street from my favorite LDM coffee and crepes, not to mention Pepe and Alex’s tacos!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Deanna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location

Excellently located from beach

The unit provides all you could want for fun with the family entertainment- only downside is the noise from basketball court right outside the door and church bells start very early Sunday! Otherwise 👍
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I didn’t want to leave!

Everything about this rental was wonderful. It was comfortable, clean, and located very conveniently near the beach and everything else. The location was safe and the house completely secure. And there was a great place to park our vehicle right outside the door - a bonus. The house itself had everything we needed for a great vacation which, in our case, included cooking, relaxing, outdoor activities, beachtime, movienights, and sleeping. We live in Mexico and so are familiar with vacation rentals here and I can tell you that the bed linens are usually terrible and uncomfortably hot (which is a big negative as we all spend about half our lives in bed). So it is worth noting that this was not the case at Casita Estrellas! We were delighted at the plentiful pillows and cushions, and high quality bed linens and towels (particularly the comfy cool bedding). And then there was the service… the property management & housekeeping service by Ani and her team went beyond expectations in terms of friendliness, helpfulness and response time. Example: I needed a medical specialist for an injury and Ani was able to quickly refer me to what turned out to be the best osteo doctor in Nayarit. Ani’s response time, no matter how trivial the matter, was fast and helpful. Ditto for the owner Jennifer who was very friendly and extremely helpful as well. I could sit and write a long list of all the things I loved about our stay at Casita Estrellas but I don’t really need to because I can sum it up in one word… “fabulous!” I would love to return and very highly recommended Casita Estrellas. Muchísimas gracias Jennifer & Ani!!!
Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The place was very clean, and had everything you need to go to the beach. Jennifer was very helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

shoshon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great place to stay!

I loved this location! So close to the beach, swimming, surfing, and sunsets, but also within walking distance of any shops and restaurants in town. ALL the systems worked perfectly,-electricity, internet, fans, plumbing, hot water, stove, movie screen. Plus the amenities were great- bicycles, snorkeling gear, stand up paddleboard, beach towels, beach bag, etc. I would stay here again in a minute, already dreaming of travel for next year!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Greig J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in Lo De Marcos.

Clean and well kept house, steps to the beach and restaurants. The owner was fantastic to deal with and very prompt in responding to any questions. Cute, quiet town. We'll be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Carolyn M., Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

Lo De Marcos

We had a beautiful stay in Lo De Marcos at Jennifer Pako's casita which is only a three minute walk to the beach. All necessary amenities in the casita are available and anything else is nearby such as grocery stores, fish market, bakeries, and restaurants. We loved this little town and we will be back again. Thank you Jennifer.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

val m., Kelowna BC Canada

The property was exactly as shown. Jennifer was very attentive and always there if needed.

Lo De marcos was awesome. Everything was close and convenient. Food at local establishments was delicious. Barbeques at home were great as local meat and fish markets had lots ready and available. Always fresh fruit and veggies to purchase at local markets and daily trucks. 200 steps from front door of casita to the beach. Ani was very pleasant & thorough on cleaning days. Beds are comfy, casita is spacious. Beach chairs & umbrella very handy! Bikes and cart to tow along were great for grocery day! Buses and cabs were easy to catch if wanting to explore outside of town. Casita Estrella is a gem! Looking to book again next year.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

bluesdeeper

Awesome property and location!

I had a wonderful time. The home is as advertised. It's really just 100 meters to the beach, not a block. You can hear the surf with the windows open. The people of Lo De Marcos are really helpful and always ready to smile. Jennifer, the owner is super!! She will go out of her way to make sure you have enough knowledge to make your stay stress free. It's such a nice village I've decided to retire there and already leased a home. Come visit, you'll be happy you did. Thanks Jennifer!!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume N.

What a wonderful casita! So close to the beach!

What a wonderful casita, so close to the beach. It had everything we needed and even more. Jennifer made sure we had everything we needed before our arrival and during our stay too. She made sure that everything was perfect. We really felt at home as soon as we got there. The beds are comfortable, the patio is awesome and you walk two minutes and your at the beach. At night you can hear the waves from the casita. We are definitely going back. Thanks for everything.

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Amazing

Wow...... What we experienced here in Lo De Marcos is quite frankly indescribable. The casita and Jennifer’s attention concerning our comfort and needs went above and beyond what we could’ve imagined. My girlfriend and I highly recommend this accommodation for a wonderful visit to Lo De Marcos.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Jako

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I traveled much of my life and love children, animals and art! My child is the center of my world. I adore drawing and photography. I am half Italian and half Hungarian. I speak a few languages, including Spanish, Italian, French and English.

I work as a project manager in public health. I worked as a PM/designer focused on commercial interiors and fixturing. I am a lifelong activist, primarily in reproductive health. I spent quarantine working at my local health department to prevent Covid-19 in the community.

I look forward to staying in your place or hosting you at ours!

Why they chose this property

Location, location, location! Close to everything in the pueblo and a block off the beach. Lo De Marcos has a tranquil and slow pace. I've traveled to Mexico ever since I was a little girl. I learned to walk, talk and swim in Campeche on the Gulf of Mexico and have watched the Riviera Nayarit grow into an international destination.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests