Charming Casa Risa Near Town and Hidden Beaches

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Sayulita, Nay

Sayulita Square8 min walk
Sayulita Beach10 min walk
Playa los Muertos16 min walk
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)50 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Casa Risa is a two bedroom home nestled in the South part of town near hidden beaches*, yet only an 8 minute walk (no hills) to Sayulita Plaza and 10 minutes to Sayulita Beach. Perfectly situated so everything is walkable but far enough away from the late night sounds of town.

The Casa has a tranquil beach vibe and offers an open floor plan with high arched ceilings. Risa also has a covered patio surrounded by a garden where you can lounge in a hammock. The living room has 3 large built-in sofas to cuddle up on and watch Netflix when you are not at the beach or touring around town. The bathroom boasts a beautiful walk-in stone shower that is just heaven after a long beach day. The bedrooms are equipped with AC, plenty of closet space, and unlike the rock-hard beds found throughout Mexico, very cozy memory foam topped mattresses.

Casa Risa comes with free WiFi, a full kitchen, AC in the bedrooms and ceiling fans throughout, 100% cotton sheets, quilts and towels, TV with Netflix, Logitech speaker dock, bottled drinking water, kitchen supplies and a few other touches to make your stay enjoyable. We also provide beach towels, boogie boards, and a beach umbrella.

Casa de Risa means “House of Laughter” and we hope that you will create many joyful memories during your stay with us in magical Sayulita.

* Playa de Los Muertos (Beach of the Dead which is named for the beautiful cemetery it is located next to) is a short 15 minute walk. This beach has minimal vendors, plenty of shade and gentle waves. A life guard is on duty most of the time and the roped off swimming area gives you a chance to play in the waves and float around in the water safely. Unlike the North side of Sayulita which has rip currents and is near the water treatment plant, the South side is the more clean and pristine Mexico experience you crave. And in just a 20-25 minute walk from Casa Risa is Playas Carricitos, Patzcuaro and Patzcuarito. While caution should be used while swimming or bodysurfing these beaches, the beauty and remoteness is highly desirable for meditation, yoga, or reading a good book. For more information on these beaches and directions go to:

Property manager

Joy

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Lounge by the lovely pool after a great day.

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Parking on the road is permitted as long as it does not disrupt the flow of traffic.

Do not flush any paper products down the toilet and that includes toilet paper.

Guests are to keep the front gate and house locked up at night and when away. For security reasons, there is a lost key fee of $50.

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 fire extinguisher, 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

Sayulita

This holiday home is located in Sayulita. While the natural beauty of Sayulita Beach and Punta de Mita Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Punta Mita Golf Club. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking.

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Sayulita, Nay

What's nearby

Sayulita Square - 8 min walk
Gringo Hill - 10 min walk
Sayulita Beach - 10 min walk
Sayulita Farmers Market - 14 min walk
Playa los Muertos - 16 min walk

Getting around

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Coco's Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪Sayulita Public House - ‬7 min walk
‪Xochi - ‬8 min walk
‪Cava - Mezcalería y Vinoteca - ‬7 min walk
‪Yah-Yah Sayulita Coffee Shop - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Casa Risa Near Town and Hidden Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Casa Risa Near Town and Hidden Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Where is Charming Casa Risa Near Town and Hidden Beaches located?

Situated in Sayulita, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Sayulita Square and Sayulita Beach. Gringo Hill and Sayulita Farmers Market are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

23 Mar 2024

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

Great getaway

It was just a great place. So quiet great neighborhood. It was our first time in Mexico and we stayed a month and it was way better than we expected. Thanks

Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Manfred B.

29 Jan 2022

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

great location

With some minor improvements this could be a real jewel.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allie W., Provo

21 May 2021

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

Casa Risa

We had the best time. Ali and Joy were super friendly and answered all our questions and concerns during our stay. We loved that we had a clean place with super comfy beds and plenty of clean drinking water. We would definitely recommend this place ❤️

Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

13 Mar 2021

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

Home away from home

We enjoyed Casa Risa where we stayed for 2 months. The terrace became our main living area where we ate most of our meals and worked. Gordon is a painter and I do ceramics so we set up a work area at one end. Our dogs enjoyed it too. It was an easy ten minute walk to a beautiful jungle walk which led to a very private beach. We also walked to town and the beach all the time and even the far end of town was only ten to twelve minutes walk. We did not know we shared our entrance with the upper unit and those people walked past our terrace both coming and going. This was not too inconvenient as all the people who stayed there were very nice, but something we would have liked to know ahead. In general this was good value for the price and suited our needs well. Comfortable bed. Spacious very usable kitchen and living room, good hot water and pressure in the shower.

Stayed 56 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joe H.

16 Mar 2020

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

Great Place!!

First off communication with Leah and Ali was easy, very quick and spot on! That was really important to me as I was going to propose to my fiance. The casa was great.....well equipped, comfortable and best off, quiet. Sayulita can be lots of fun if you know what I mean, but we were sure to get a good night's sleep and be ready for the next beautiful day. The location was convenient and could get to town two different ways which was really nice depending on what we were doing. And if you're wondering, she said YES! Wooo hoo.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Anita G.

10 Dec 2019

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

Worry-free stay at Casa Risa - a wonderful paradise!

Everything was near-perfect for my visit. Casa Risa was welcoming, beautiful and well-appointed with everything I needed. The property manager dropped by and he fixed the loose bathroom faucet handle on the spot!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roberta C.

7 Nov 2019

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

A lovely place to stay

We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Casa Risa. The house had everything we could need and was very clean, comfortable and spacious. Beds were comfortable too! Hosts were available for questions and Jorge and family were very nice and around if we needed them. Enjoyed the nice quiet location. We would happily stay here again and recommend it.

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

12 June 2019

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

loved it!

cute house - walkable to lots in town. leah and ali were great to work with and super responsive. AC was a life saver! highly recommend this little gem.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Diane B., Sedona, Az. USA

22 Mar 2019

Nice house ... quiet, clean & comfortable!

Ali & Leah were informative & the accommodations were clean, quiet, & well equipped. The beds are comfortable & there is AC .

Stayed 19 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean S., USA

11 Mar 2019

Loved it

We had a great time at Leah and Ali Casa Risa. They have thought of everything. It is a fantastic place to stay. We will be back for sure. Thanks again, Steve,Jean, Patti, Jim

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joan H.

3 Mar 2019

Great location, safe and secure.

Casa Risa made for a great 25 day stay in Sayulita. Perfect distance to downtown, restaurants and beaches. The bedrooms were roomy as was the rest of the living space. Used the patio every day. The bathroom and shower were fabulous. Great water pressure and lots of hot water for showers. Our hosts were extremely welcoming and helpful with directions and suggestions for not to miss activities in Sayulita. I would definitely stay there again and recommend to friends and family.

Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

meredyth l.

21 Jan 2019

Great

We really enjoyed our stay in Casa Risa. It was clean quiet spacious and quite lovely

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Jenny F.

16 Dec 2018

Lovely little Casa

Was prepared for the roosters and the walking... not so much for the construction noise and the explosions leading up to the Saint Guadaloupe celebrations. Really really appreciated the super helpful details regarding food recommendations. Neither of us got sick and we even braved some of the local produce and cooked our favorite scramble!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jesse A., Bend

15 Nov 2018

Exceptional

Our stay at Casa Risa was even better than we anticipated, and is so thoughtfully set up and decorated for your comfort and has all necessities for your home away from home! We used the beach umbrella and beach chairs almost every day as well as boogie boards! we loved the hammock and table out front provides a beautiful courtyard with flowers and plants you feel like our in the jungle! The beds are SO comfortable, air conditioning units work great. Kitchen has every amenity you could think of and the neighborhood is quiet. Beautiful open shower and cleaning services once a week. Leah and Ali are quick to respond with any questions and respect your privacy as they live upstairs in a separate unit. We cannot say enough about how wonderful our experience was or how amazing Leah and Ali are ! we will be back!!

Stayed 38 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Daniel A., Pasadena, USA

8 Oct 2018

Amazing!!!

I really enjoyed staying here. The location is perfect because there are many amenities close, such as a laundry lady as well as a convenience store. The main highway to Punta Mita is near making it convenient head out to other parts of the Riviera without having to cross across town. The home was clean when I arrived. The AC was amazing; the house cools in minutes. The kitchen had everything I need to prepare meals: blender, oven, and microwave. There was bottled water available for my consumption. The living room was super comfortable for watching Netflix. The patio was great for hanging out. The shower was impeccable. I was never worried about theft; very secure. EVERYTHING was perfect for my purpose. I highly recommend this place and will, hopefully, be able to reserve again. Thanks Ali.

Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Amber H., Calgary, AB, Canada

8 Sept 2018

Clean, comfortable and within walking distance to the downtown area.

We were very happy with this property, plenty of space and A/C was a lifesaver for two Albertans in the August humidity!

Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

29 July 2018

Very nice

They owners have thought of everything in terms of insuring their visitors are comfortable and well taken care of

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Allen P.

22 July 2018

Amazing place in Sayulita

We had a wonderful three-night stay at Leah and Ari's place.....the location and amenities could not have been better.....and communication with the hosts was timely and very helpful on all accounts.....a real gem in Sayulita

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Shari M.

22 Apr 2018

Wonderful place to stay in Sayulita!

This place was fantastic! We were a group of 4, two couples, and the size was ideal. The beds were comfortable, and we utilized the kitchen, living room, and outdoor space. Leah and Ali are amazing hosts. They thought of everything! The guide book they put together gave us more information than we could have thought to ask, and everything we could have wanted in the space was there waiting for us. We cooked a few meals there as the kitchen was so well stocked. The shower had hot water and good pressure. It's about a 10 minute walk to town in a really quiet area, which we appreciated a lot, as we've stayed in town previously and had trouble sleeping because of the noise. And since we stayed for a week, they scheduled a mid-stay cleaning of the house, which was unexpected and so nice. Highly, highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

6 Apr 2018

Lovely and comfortable

Beautiful property with friendly and helpful hosts. Comfortable and equipped with all the modern conveniences. Safe and secure. We loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

23 Feb 2018

A wonderful place to stay for a relaxing holiday.

This property is everything that we needed and wanted. The directions for arriving there are fabulous and the binder that Leah has prepared was extremely helpful. We strongly recommend booking your next stay in Sayulita here. It's close enough to the town and the beach and yet far enough away to have your own little paradise all to yourself. Be sure to bring sturdy walking/running shoes to navigate the streets. We have already recommended this charming place to friends and strangers.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cami M.

12 Jan 2018

An absolutely perfect family vacation!

We stayed at Casa Risa in January with our 10 month old son and this was an ideal spot for our family. The perfect distance from Sayulita’s Center where we could easily walk in to enjoy the restaurants and bustle but we couldn’t hear the noise when on the property. It also felt like a little more of an authentic experience as neighbors had roosters, we could watch as they repaired a thatched roof, and were friendly to talk to if you spoke Spanish. The hosts were wonderful! Leah and Ali were super nice and accessible if we needed but gave us our space. I would absolutely recommend this VRBO and this town for an easy and enjoyable family vacation.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

4 Jan 2018

Christmas at Casa Risa

Casa Risa was everything it promised to be! Clean, spacious, and conveniently located. The beds were comfy and the foliage in the yard was beautiful to look out the window at. Ali and Leah were helpful and available when we needed them. There is a noisy rooster across the road - nothing the owners can do about that, but packing ear plugs if you're a light sleeper might be helpful. Providing a broom would be helpful, we found that we tracked in sand and would have liked to be able to sweep out the entrance. Overall we loved our Christmas at Casa Risa and look forward to another trip to Sayulita and this charming casa in the future!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betsy F.

31 Oct 2017

Clean hospitable and quiet rental

We loved staying at Ali and Leah's place. Located on a quiet side street it was the perfect place to just be and reflect on the busy town of Salyulita. Thanks so much!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruairi O.

6 Apr 2017

Casa Risa was more than we could ask for!

Leah and Ali are two very knowledgeable and thoughtful property owners who provided us with more than we could have asked for in ,Sayulita. It was the little things that made our stay so pleasant, such as filtered water being provided and a beach umbrella. We were also delighted that there was a spice rack for us to use, meaning we didn't have to buy certain items when wanting to cook at home. We have only positive things to say about this wonderful home, and would definitely recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017

About the host

Hosted by Joy

Hola, we are Leah and Ali. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, we fell in love with the magic of Sayulita and wanted to make it our home away from home. We enjoy traveling, spending time in nature, cooking delicious and healthy food, yoga and meditation, running and hiking, swimming, and having drinks with friends. We look forward to hosting you here in beautiful Sayulita.

Why they chose this property

We have implemented booking and cleaning policies to help protect our guests and our community from the spread of COVID-19. Please ask us for our full policy.