Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa

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5 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 22

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Higueria Blanca Playa Litibu, Nayarit Mexico

Litibu Golf Course
‪5 min drive‬
Punta Mita Golf Club
‪11 min drive‬
Punta de Mita Beach
‪14 min drive‬
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Bedroom 1

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Hacienda Style Vacation home 5 rooms all Ocean views private baths Spanish style Bar 1st level Ice maker HI Def TV pool table footbalitol table card table Dart board area tropical garden. kitchen is ready for the professional cook to novice to prepare your own meals ,outside barbecue top patio area to sunbath or do yoga Read a favorite book or relax by the pool lounging area and enjoy the view a perfect place to relax and spend time with family and friends Each Room rents for $140.00per nite (3 night min.) for 2 persons, and $70.00 per night extra for each additional person per room. We have 5 rooms available for $700.00 per nite Contact owner to rent entire house. Vrbo Calender shows only 1 room contact owner US cell 9493752349 or email for availability for other room or to rent entire home.

Property manager

Reginald Wilson

Languages

English, Spanish

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House Rules

Check in after 11:00 AM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No Smoking in Rooms smoking area out side in patio

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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

Parties and events are allowed on site

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 and a first aid kit

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Higuera Blanca

Located in Higuera Blanca, this holiday home is near the beach. Shoppers can check out San Pancho Nayarit Market, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Punta de Mita Beach and Bay of Banderas. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Higueria Blanca Playa Litibu, Nayarit Mexico

What's nearby

Litibu Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
Punta Mita Golf Club - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
Punta de Mita Beach - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
El Anclote Beach - 16 min drive - 7.7 km
Destiladeras Beach - 23 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

‪Árbol - ‬6 min drive
‪Paleta - ‬6 min drive
‪Mezquite - ‬6 min drive
‪Tsuba restaurant japanese - iberostar playa mita premium gold - ‬6 min drive
‪buffet el nopal - Iberostar playa mita premium gol - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Casa Tortuga Litibu, Nayarit Mexico Hacienda Style Villa located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Litibu Golf Course, Higuera Golf Club and Monkey Mountain. Punta de Mita Beach and Bay of Banderas are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

4/10 Poor

William Y., Rancho Santa Fe, California

1 Mar 2024

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

Disliked: Location

Poor Access

Very bad roads leading to property. Uber and other transportation refuse to pick up there. Car service recommended by manager demanded cash from our guests and refused to take them to a bank to withdraw from ATM. Scary situation. Manager would not allow access to pool after 6PM. Manager stays (lives?) on-site. Booking issue on the fault of the manager caused reservation to be canceled for the first night.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik E.

14 May 2023

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

Loved it

We loved this property! Being so close to the beach was perfect. The pool was awesome. The property is lovely. Wifi was strong and reliable. The property owner Reggie was really helpful with any activities we wanted to set up. Him living on the lower level made it easy if we needed anything. I'd highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

11 Jan 2023

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

Great stay at Tortuga

Great place, clean, tons of room. Reggie & Shadow were great Lots of boogie boards, beach chairs, toys for kids. Pool was a good size. Quick walk down the driveway to the beach. We’ll be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

maria O., Whittier

31 July 2022

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

This house was beautiful and I enjoyed how the owner was there if we needed anything at all.

The place is spacious and super clean, you can tell the owner cares about the renter satisfaction.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Christine R.

3 Nov 2021

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private beach

The beach is less than a 5 minute walk and we were often the only people there. The waves were great for surfing and boogie boarding (boogie boards kindly provided by host). The pool on the property was very nice. The kids enjoyed that and the pool table. It would be nice if they added more couches and lounge type seating. The host was very helpful in setting up transportation and COVID testing, as he lives on the property. This property is a bit off the beaten path which means a form of transportation would be helpful or load up on supplies ahead of time.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monte f.

4 Aug 2021

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

The real getaway

Beautiful house in a gorgeous setting, quiet area, quiet beach a 30 second walk away. We had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Val Z.

30 Nov 2020

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

A quiet getaway

Very peaceful and safe. No city noise and quiet beach. Quick drive to several different towns. Great local restaurants and people. We will be back, especially to see their dog, Shadow!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gord P.

6 Apr 2020

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

A terrific place in a troubled time

Our family vacation, 9 people, had been in the planning stages for 18 months. We left Vancouver on March 14 for two weeks in Mexico, the first of which was at Casa Tortuga. This was the start of a new form of March Madness, the Covid 19 outbreak. The world was about to go mad. The night before we left, the family debated for an hour as to the advisability of going on this trip. Significant financial and emotional investment had been made. So we went. And what a treat it was. Reggie and Shadow were there to meet us at 9:30 Saturday night. A quick tour as Reggie explained the house and the procedures we needed to know. Reggie had also arranged for a chef to come and cook us dinner for the 6 nights we planned to be there. So on Sunday morning, we drove off to San Pancho to meet Orlando. What a find! I strongly recommend him and his buddy Freddie if you are looking for someone to cook for you. 1st class meals and a terrific personality exhibited by both men. It was a highlite for us. Reggie can put you in touch. We had 5 adults and 4 kids, aged 4, 6, 8, 11. The pool was a big hit as was the games room. A short walk to the beach where our 11 yr old learned to boogie board. Great uncrowded beach with warm water and no sellers. We used 4 of the 5 bedrooms available to us and each had its own bathroom. The staff cleaned the place daily. Reggie lives on site so was always available for some advice or just a chat. The views from the decks were awesome. Parking was great for our two trucks. With the worsening of the world situation what with closed airports and reduced flights, we elected to cancel our 2nd week and decided to head home early. This involved an extra day with Reggie which he arranged for us at a discount. It was hard to head home after this oasis of calm and beauty but it was a battle that we wanted to fight on home turf rather than in Mexico. How would I improve Casa Tortuga? I would add more lounge chairs at the pool and place a couch or two on the massive decks. Beyond that, this place was perfect for our family. The kids absolutely loved it. Reggie kindly arranged for a pinata for our 11 yr olds birthday. A real Mexican treat. In fact, he could not do enough for us. I recommend renting the surf trucks (Ours from Gecko) rather than a small car. Not only lots of room but the roads are rough in the area. And speed bumps are very prolific! I hope we can come back. This place is a jewel! Thanks Reggie!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Barbara R., Portland, USA

28 Jan 2020

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

Beautiful property

We had a wonderful stay at Casa Tortuga. The views are spectacular and the house is spacious and beautifully constructed. Litibú Beach is a fairly remote area, so the beach was never crowded, and we always felt safe. The house has a great kitchen, and if you are considering hiring a chef while you’re there, ask for Yolanda - she’s a fantastic cook. The pool area is gorgeous, and the owner (Reggie) had done a great job with the plants and trees, making the grounds feel very lush. We appreciated that the property is dog friendly, so we could bring our two dogs. Things that could be improved upon: • Two entrances on the bottom level can not be closed, which meant we had to keep a close eye on our dogs to keep them from wandering off. This could also be a concern for families with small children, especially since there’s no fence around the pool. • The pool wasn’t heated. On warmer days (high 80s) it was cool but enjoyable, but when the temps outside were in the low 80s or upper 70s the pool was way too cold to enjoy. • We longed for lounge furniture where we could put our feet up, take a nap outside, etc. Other than three lounge chairs by the pool, there are only dining style chairs, which aren’t very comfortable for relaxing. • There is a slight musty smell in all of the bedrooms. • The “queen” beds seemed more like doubles to us. • The Wifi service was spotty and very slow. • There was construction underway on the top level of the house during our stay, so we had to put up with a lot of noise most days. A few other things that might be considerations for some guests: • The owner & his family live on the lower level. It’s nice having Reggie nearby when you need help with something, but it does mean you have a little less privacy. • The owner has a German Shepard who has free reign of the property. We liked him and appreciated having him on guard duty at night, but if you are scared of dogs, that could be an issue. • A rental car is a must-have. Relying on taxis here would be challenging if not impossible. Additionally, the road conditions are rough, so the driving to get here might not be in everyone’s comfort zone (lots of potholes and huge speed bumps, and you literally have to drive across a stream to get to the area where the house is located). • There are a lot of stairs, so anyone with mobility issues would be challenged. • Cell coverage for some members of our group (Verizon users) was spotty. Our AT&T phones worked fine.

Stayed 23 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

15 Jan 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful and well equipped for a large family

We stayed with Reginald over Xmas with our "clan" of 13 which included 4 grandchildren ages 5-11. They had so much fun and never ran out of things to do - beach a block away, very nice private pool, 4 levels to run around in, pool table, foosball, etc. Reginald was very helpful anytime we needed something yet gave us plenty of space. His dog, Shadow, consoled us when we missed our own pups. We used the kitchen a lot, even hiring to wonderful women to cook and cleanup 4 dinners. The kitchen was a little dirty in places which Reginald took care of immediately. Litibu is an out of the way place. This meant we had an uncrowded beach. It's also a little hard to find - don't believe google maps - you need to find the Litibu Grill, then cross a small creek to get on the right road. We rented 2 cars from Mex Alliance and got really overcharged. The full insurance and taxes nearly doubled the rental cost. Then they do a trick with the exchange rate - US to Pesos using 21/1. Then the US bank converts it back to US at about 18/1. This alone cost us an additional 15%! Our son rented from Dollar and was also overcharged. We think we could have saved money or at least hassles by hiring a van service when we needed it or even to standby all week. This our only big rant. We'll all had a fabulous time there and together as a family! I highly recommend Casa Tortuga!!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Monte f.

27 Aug 2019

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

Paradise

Great place for our whole family to enjoy sun, surf, proximity to nearby towns with great restaurants, fish market, surfing, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling. The beach is a minute away and was almost deserted for us. Fabulous time.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alejandro R.

5 Apr 2019

Casa Tortuga was great!

The house is huge, very clean and well appointed. It accommodated our large group with room to spare. We made two big dinners and the kitchen had everything we needed. Reggie was excellent, he gave us great tips on things to see an do, even though the house is not on the main road it was just perfect distance-wise form both Punta de Mita and Sayulita, we really enjoyed and appreciated the tranquility and quietness of the house. The beach was great and just a block away. We enjoyed playing pool and swimming in the pool, very very nice! And last but definitely not least, Shadow the dog! I am not a dog person, but I would take Shadow with me in a nano-second! He is the greatest dog, so fun to play with and very well mannered, he was a real asset to our stay. We definitely recommend Casa Tortuga, would stay here again! Thanks Reggie and Shadow!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deborah B.

15 Feb 2019

Beautiful location, amazing views!

Great trip! Loved the large spacious room, enjoyed sitting on the beautiful covered balcony that extends the entire length of the Casa. Very quiet and relaxing experience. Beautiful pool. Highly recommend this spot. Reggie was a gracious host and very helpful in recommending places to eat, things to do. He knows everybody!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Fletcher H.

7 Dec 2018

Epic family trip!

Came down for 5 days with my 2 kids and wife and had a great time! Amazing beach and the accommodations were excellent! Ocean views and super fun pool for the kids. Definitely would recommend this place!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

leonor f.

3 Aug 2018

Definitivamente hermosa una casa muy silenciosa y confortable y el dueño muy amable

Nuestra vacaciones familiares en esta casa tan Grande muy cómoda para dos familias un total de 13 personas y espacio suficiente para todos esas casa es hermosa cómoda y 100% recomendable nosotros desearemos regresar pronto 😘😘😘

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dorraine B.

13 Mar 2018

Casa Tortuga exceeded all expectations! We felt that we were staying in our own private resort.

Even before our arrival Reggie was an attentive host. He helped arrange transportation from the airport, horse back riding and completely managed our expectations to ensure we had the best experience. He and his beautiful family were welcoming, inclusive and gracious. They even sharred their favorite snorkeling spot! This hicenda style home offers spacious suites, private baths and lots of areas for privacy, each with stunning views, the sunsets are amazing! The salt water pool was a huge favorite for afternoon and as with most of this beautiful property, you will appreciate grow to appreciate all the thoughtfulness Reggie has expressed through his keen eyes for design. One of my favorite take always, was being lulled to sleep with nothing but the sounds of the ocean, gently breezes and wakening with the birds. Oh and doing yoga on the terrace!!!! We loved our stay, looking forward to a return trip and sharing this gem with good friends and family! DB Bend Oregon

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

lyn l.

15 Jan 2018

Casa Tortuga

Casa Tortuga is rustic and authentic in many ways with beautiful views of the water and stars from the top deck. It is a short walk to an amazing beach with the perfect waves which had us all boogie boarding daily. The kids used the pool table a ton and enjoyed the lovely swimming pool. We rented the whole Casa (two families) which gave us a lot of room. We were happy to have the whole Casa, as we would have had to share a kitchen and common areas with guests. Reggie and and his partner were around but kept to themselves, yet he was always there to answer questions and give us tips. His information was extremely helpful. As noted in other posts, this Casa is far from restaurants and stores so a vehicle is a must. We enjoyed taking trips to different towns which broke up the days. Cab rides would have been expensive. Though out of the way and in a small village, we felt safe and Reggie's dog, Shadow, was on guard protecting us from the wondering cows and any other animals that may have been in the area. Overall, a neat experience and the kids really enjoyed it.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy M.

13 Jan 2018

Warm Stay in a Warm Place

We stayed at Casa Tortuga over Christmas and New Years this year and it was amazing. Reggie and Shadow (his lovely dog) were great hosts and made us feel welcome from the time we first arrived. Reggie gave us some good recommendations throughout our stay to keep us off the tourist trap and into some great adventures. This is a very peaceful place and our children always felt safe. The beach is a quick walk down the hill and Reggie was kind enough to lend us some boogie boards. The beach is incredible and wide open considering it was supposed to be a busy part of the year. We explored nearby towns and snorkeled too. A car rental is a must... Reggie will show you where to shop for food or good restaurants a drive away. The pool is a nice addition for some time away from the beach. All said, we had a good time and we recommend Casa Tortuga. Barkley and Family

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

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

2/10 Terrible

alicia e.

13 Aug 2017

Bonito y limpio

Es una casa en donde viven más personas, nosotros no estábamos enterados y queríamos Una casa solo para nuestras familias. Nos tuvimos que ir a buscar otro lugar para nuestra tranquilidad. Pero es un lugar bonito y muy limpio

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

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

8/10 Good

Nathan A.

5 Apr 2017

Great house...comfortable, incredibly accommodating host/owner!

Great place to stay. Somewhat isolated/remote, which was just what we were looking for... but still only a 15 minute drive to Punta Mita or Sayulita. Perfect for multiple families to share. Minimal walk to the beach, and 15 minute drive from the most spectacular and relatively deserted beach. Only one major recommendation: build a swimming pool soon! Thanks for a great stay!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

28 Feb 2017

Lovely house, beautiful uncrowded beach

This is a beautiful house that is very accommodating to large groups or solo travelers alike. The beach is beautiful, uncrowded, and goes for miles. It's a 10-15 minute drive south of Sayulita. Reggie is wonderful and will help you with any questions.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2017

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

8/10 Good

Laura B.

23 Feb 2017

Quiet and friendly

I had a wonderful stay at Casa Tortuga and I'm looking forward to returning again. It was quiet except for the sound of the waves crashing on the beach which is just a short block away. The sunsets were spectacular! Reggie was very friendly and accommodating and Shadow his young German Shepard was very sweet and became friends with my Maltese as he loves everyone. Its a quiet neighborhood and I felt very safe. Its just a short drive to Sayulita or Punta Mita but offers clean quiet beaches and is a great place for families.

Stayed 25 nights in Jan 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

17 Jan 2017

Very nice stay at Casa Tortuga w/ Reggie & Shadow

We stayed at Casa Tortuga from January 2nd to 9th 2017, and we absolutely loved it. We're a family of 8 (including the grand kids), and we we're happy with all the space. The place is beautiful, well maintained and the sunsets there are just spectacular. The kitchen is big and well equiped, the rooms are confortable, and the common spaces are pleasant. Reggie, the owner, was very helpful, friendly and available for us. He had good ideas and contacts for activities, but he never insisted when we were not interested. He has a dog, shadow, and has a family who absolutely loves dogs, we we're very happy to see him, and Reggie played with him and pet him ad infinitum; though, the day we arrived, Reggie asked us if we liked dog and Shadow wasn't in anyway impose on us.

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

6/10 Okay

Hope V.

18 Apr 2016

Out of the way with beautiful beach

We enjoyed our stay and were thankful Reggie came to meet us in the town square - he was very available and helpful. Be certain to have a car and bring a few groceries/food upon arrival. The sunsets were breathtaking from the top deck.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016

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

10/10 Excellent

Dana D.

14 Jan 2016

Awesome time in an awesome location

Our experience with Casa Tortuga was great. Litibu has a beautiful beach and a quiet & relaxed vibe. It is close to both Punta Mita and Sayulita if you are looking for a bigger town adventure. The house is beautiful with gorgeous views from all the decks - and a great kitchen. Rooms were nice and a good size. Reggie went out of his way to make sure we had a good stay. He set up massages one day and helped set up a snorkeling boat adventure another day. He even took an afternoon and took our group snorkeling at his favorite local spot. All in all it was a awesome experience.

About the host

Hosted by Reginald Wilson

Craftsman Cabinet and furniture shop in Newport Beach California with over 25 Yrs experience in Mexico Surfing Fishing and Diving enjoy traveling and meeting new people from all over the world

Why they chose this property

Casa Tortuga is Located 45 min north of Puerta Vallarta Airport . the design of the property shares details from old Hacienda Style homes Mexico . That I wanted to share with friends and guests from all over the world .The views are fantastic from each room . The town and the local people are very friendly and the Beach in front of the property is very quite and safe great swimming and surfing nearby. With many activies nearby from snorking horseback riding deep sea fishing and surfing . Many artisan markets nearby to enjoy

What makes this property unique

The property has 5 separate rooms with 2 queen size beds and bath in each room , Kitchen access The 1st level with a pool table shuffle board and fusball for the kids is a TV to watch your favorite sport or movies great for friends to relax and enjoy a favorite beverage there is a private poollounge area only for guests . The second level has 5 suites all with 2 matrimonial beds and private bath and AC in each room . There is a portal patio outside each rooms with seating and excelant views for the ocean you are 2 min walk to the beach for fun in the Sun . There is also a fully equiped kitchen for you to prepare meals for your family the top terrace has a large patio area great for doing Yoga a or just relaxing and enjoying the viewsof the Pacific Ocean

Languages:

English, Spanish

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

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