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Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone

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Another amazing PV sunset, viewed from the rooftop patio
The rooftop terrace at sunset. Amazing views. Relax with your favorite beverage!
Sunset from the dipping pool
Rooftop terrace right before sunset. The furniture has since been replaced
The terrace, with sunning area, umbrellas, gas barbecue, shower and dipping pool
Reviews
10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 468 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Hot tub
    Hot tubHot tub
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Puerto Vallarta, JAL
  • Popular LocationPlaya de los Muertos2 min walk
  • Popular LocationLos Muertos Pier6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMalecon3 min drive
  • AirportPuerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)31 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Murphy Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone

Casa de Gecko - as seen on a past edition of "House Hunters International" and "Mexico Life" - is nestled into a lush garden hillside, on a quiet, dead-end street just one block from the Malecon, Los Muertos beach, Blue chairs, great restaurants, museums and shops in the heart of The Romantic Zone. The location could not be better.

Located in the Las Piedras condominiums, a small boutique, 5 unit building, Casa de Gecko is a large, 1 bedroom oasis that offers privacy and relaxation, just steps from all that PV has to offer.

Jesse, our personal clean freak, keeps the home fresh. No speck of dust or nasty germs are safe... with Jesse on duty.

For your health and safety, we do not book back to back rentals, to give Jesse the chance to fully clean and sanitize the home. She is fanatical about cleaning and organizing. You're safe with us! She's amazing!

Your home away from home comes complete with a well stocked kitchen, huge bedroom with pillow top bed, bathroom with luxurious shower and stacked washer and dryer, lots of storage, beach towels, umbrellas and beach chairs, cooler and drink koozies. Blazing fast fiber optic internet included. Work from your patio!

There is a queen size Murphy bed in the living area, to accommodate 2 additional guests.

The property also features a large front terrace with plenty of seating and the rooftop patio with dipping pool and shower. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets here or sit and relax in the morning with a cup of Mexico's finest coffee. The condo is located less than a block from a grocery store and also taxis and Uber. You will not need a car!

Do you love the privacy and space of a condo, but want to sit by the pool or with your toes in the sand and have someone bring you food and drink? There are many fabulous beach clubs within a 5 minute walk from the property. Enjoy the best of both worlds!

Please note that the map pin does not show an accurate location. The condo is at the end of Calle Cafeto, which is a short dead end street right in front of the Tropicana Hotel.

Local Property Management, thru Paradise Properties. Joel or Kelsey, our local managers, will meet you at check-in time and make sure that your stay is stress free. If you have any problems, you can also call the owners. We want you to enjoy every bit of your vacation.

Casa de Gecko enjoys almost complete privacy. It's unique setting at the end of a dead end street and in the middle of a lush, tropical setting, gives you the feeling that you're in the middle of nowhere, yet you are only steps away from all of the best restaurants, shops and beaches in the area. You'll sleep like a baby at night without the club and bar noise that most Old Town condos suffer with. Wake to the sounds of birds singing, not to the sound of traffic. You'll love it here!

The condo is 9 years young and has a long history of repeat renters. We purchased the home from the original owners in 2016 and have made many upgrades to make it even more amazing.

The Romantic Zone is the most coveted area of PV. Everything that you need and desire is here. Casa de Gecko is in the heart of this zone within a short walk to anything, everything and maybe some things that you never knew you needed!

Close to bus lines and a short block to a taxi stand. Taxi rides are very inexpensive in PV... almost FREE! Uber is here too!

A security guard is stationed just outside the entrance to the building, 24 hours a day.

Property manager

Randy and Mary Rovang
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking in the unit, or occupancy by more people than what's on the reservation will result in removal from the property with no refund of monies paid
Be respectful of others and keep the noise down after 10:00 pm.

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

Puerto Vallarta

Located by the sea, this condo is in Romantic Zone, a neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta. Cruise Ship Terminal and Nayar Vidanta Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. Travelling with kids? Consider Los Arcos, or check out an event or a game at Act ll Entertainment Stages. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Puerto Vallarta, JAL

What's nearby

  • Playa de los Muertos - 2 min walk
  • Olas Altas Street - 5 min walk
  • Los Muertos Pier - 6 min walk
  • Cuale Island - 13 min walk
  • Malecon - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Palapa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Blondies - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Coco's Kitchen - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Que Bola - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Romántica Churros & Cafe bar - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Perfect Location - 1 block from the beach! In the heart of the Romantic Zone located?

This family-friendly Puerto Vallarta condo is located by the sea, within a 5-minute walk of Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. Malecon is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, 2 blocks to the beach
Nice apartment, one bedroom with one Murphy bed. Great rooftop, with a wading pool, up a bunch of stairs.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isaac R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay!
My girlfriend and I had a lovely time in Puerto Vallarta. This rental was perfect to come back to after long days or nights being out and about. Thank you to the hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Clean location close to attractions
Property is clean and very comfortable, location in Romantic Zone make it an easy walk to attractions and food, yet it is set back and very quiet at night. Roof top pool and lounge area was very nice place to watch sunset and spend some time.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy stay in PV
I had a quick 4 day stay in Puerto Vallarta. The condo is a very easy/ close walk into town & the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette H., West Kelowna BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!
We stayed in Randy’s condo for 4 weeks in April/May. We loved the location! We spent every morning on the great little deck area drinking our coffee and listening to the Amapas area wake up. From our deck we got to watch the squirrels chase each other thru the trees, saw hummingbirds in the flowers, some neighbour hood cats, and a few geckos as well. We cooked breakfast everyday, and the condo had everything that we needed. There is a mini super just down the alley and around the corner to buy salsa, guacamole, precut fruit and almost anything else you would need. The bed was super comfortable, and again it was very quiet for sleeping. We really enjoyed our stay at Casa de Gecko!
Stayed 28 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for us!
This is my second time staying at Casa Gecko. Once again, as far as we are concerned it’s perfect. The location is slightly off the main street. It’s on the ground floor of the building so there are a reasonable number of steps to get to the unit. (About the same number as going up 1 ½ floors). It’s a quiet -something to consider when staying in the Romantic Zone. . Although the unit itself doesn’t have much of a view the Patio in front is large and comfortable. An occasional upstairs neighbor will walk by and say hi. All very friendly. There is nice deck on roof and dipping pool. Casa Gecko is extremely well maintained, the beds are comfortable and the owners easy to work with. My highest recommendation!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd S., North Vancouver, BC, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn't ask for a better pace to stay
What can I say - exactly as described. Good sized condo, well equipped, terrific location (quiet, yet close to everything), and a host who cares about his clients. It feels like living in a neighbourhood with friendly neighbours. Highly recommended - 5 stars.
Stayed 18 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe S., Calgary, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent condo in the best location
We have stayed in this building before but first time in Casa de Gecko. Everything was great. Kitchen was well stocked for those who enjoy cooking at home and of course the location is an easy walk to PV’s best restaurants. Also an easy walk to a few beach clubs and the bars/restaurants by the pier. Randy was very easy to get a hold of should anything need his attention and he was quick to react. As this building only has 5 units we found we had the rooftop deck and pool all to ourselves most days. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roddy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and convenient
Great experience, convenient to everything, host was very accommodating, perfect place to stay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hector B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
I was looking for a clean quiet unit near all the restaurants and am happy to say this unit in indeed nice and quiet. Enjoyed an excellent stay in pv.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nohemi P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and close to beach
Property was very cute and clean. Had all the amenities we were looking for. Even though you’re super close to beach the condo was still very quiet, calm and safe. My husband and I walked pretty much everywhere and enjoyed the malecón aka boardwalk every night. Our only slight disappointment was that it seems they’ve recently built a tall apartment or condo building next to where we were staying so they block the view of the sunset from the rooftop. It was still very nice to sit up there since it was just us but as warned be prepared for the steps lol. We loved our stay and hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leigh E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Walking distance to everything. Beautiful setting. Cozy condo with all you need
Wonderful experience. Loved the neighborhood and all the people around.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul J., Seattle, Washington

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, Location, Location
Pleasant and relaxing stay in location near: the beach, Malecon, and great restaurants. Communication with owner was prompt and accurate. Joel helped us solve some minor glitches-- nothing significant. We would recommend this condo to anyone interested in having a relaxing vacation in P.V.
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

diane l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great property-excellent location!
Stayed 25 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., PLACITAS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Excellent in every way
Perfect location! Nice and quiet yet close to everything
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ned B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice , location , clean, great landlord Would definitely stay here again
5 star
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

shawnna S., Tacoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, quiet, walk to everything
Lovely place with only a few units. Rooftop pool deck is nice for sunset views. Property manager was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric T., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, Quiet, Clean, Comfy
Location is fantastic--just a couple minutes walk to the beach and old town restaurants. Very quiet. A nearby rooftop nightclub brought a little late night noise into the front room, but with door closed, the bedroom was silent. Clean, comfortable, well-equipped. The patio is so pleasant, I relaxed there for hours, eating the best guacamole and chips I've ever had (from the grocery store 100 yards away). Briefly spotted a couple geckos, and wished they hadn't been so shy. There was a slight hiccup with checking in, but the local manager was very responsive and got me squared away. The owner was very responsive and had good suggestions about local attractions and travel considerations. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M., Edmonton, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite, Clean & Comfy!
We had a wonderful week at Casa de Grecko! Very quiet and away from the bar noise but still only a 5 to 10 min walk if desired! The beach was a 5 to 7 minute walk…even with my plantar fasciitis foot(lol)! Most all restaurants were a 15 minute walk at most. The bed was very comfy and the unit was well stocked with everything we needed. The rooftop quickly became our late afternoon, pre-dinner hangout…quiet and relaxing. Joel (caretaker) was really accommodating and friendly. The little grocery store just next door was so well stocked, friendly and really clean…only accepted MX Pesos but that was not an issue. Try their quac & salsa..made fresh everyday! Thanks Randy & Mary!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elliott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. Everything we needed was a few minutes was just a stroll away and easy beach acces
The condo is lovely and had everything we needed to enhance our stay. One minor issue and the owner was on it immediately. The best part was it was QUIET! Look forward to returning. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Holly M., St Paul, MN United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So close but far away
If you are looking for a place close to the ocean, restaurants and nightlife but prefer hear the pin drop quiet then this is the place for you. The bed is easily the most comfortable one I have found in my numerous trips. The condo is squeaky clean and the owner is excellent with any communication you might need. The building is small and the residents were very kind. I highly recommend this property for your trip to beautiful Vallarta!
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Orion C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the location
Set in a garden, a block from the beach. The place is spacious and has all the things one needs. It was great to be able to do laundry and sit on the front porch. Tbh, we never even got up to the pool cause the beach was so close. There is a great little store just out to the right with prepackaged homemade salsa and guacamole. They even make sandwiches. Def make sure to use the blender and the fun selection of colorful glasses.

10/10 Excellent

Mitch M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year’s Eve delight
The property was very clean and close to everything. We were greeted by a nice lady to show us everything at the condo. The beds were very comfortable and felt right at home. Thank you for the lovely time. I would stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Douglas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Location
Location is steps away from beach and restaurants. Very comfortable and inviting floor plan. Everything that might be needed is provided. Nice patio in front. View from the pool deck is perfect for sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

mayola b., Lockeport N.S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
A wonderful rental in an excellent location. Well maintained building in a quiet location. Excellent communication with management.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Randy and Mary Rovang

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My wife Mary and I live on Whidbey Island, in Washington state. We love to travel and Puerto Vallarta is one of our favorite places. We love the climate, the culture and especially the people, who always seem to go out of their way to make sure that you are happy.

When we're not traveling, we enjoy boating in the waters of Puget Sound and spending time with friends and family. We have 2 wonderful sons, Ryan and Nick.

Why they chose this property

We considered buying a vacation rental for many years and after deciding that PV was the place we wanted to eventually retire to, we spent about a year looking before we chose Casa de Gecko. (We probably drove our realtor crazy.)

The mix of location, charm, convenience and the fact that this building is very private and quiet, sold us. We closed on the sale September 1st of 2016 and immediately made some upgrades.

We believe that you'll love Casa de Gecko as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

Why the name Casa de Gecko? Puerto Vallarta is in a jungle climate zone. With the warm weather, come bugs. We treat the property with organic pest control treatments to keep the little critters at bay, but gecko's are the real stars here. At night, you'll see them lurking near the outside lights, ready to gobble down any unsuspecting bugs. They eat close to their weight each night in bugs that might otherwise interfere with your vacation..

And best of all... these gecko's won't try to sell you any insurance!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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