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Exterior
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Cabo Pulmo, BCS
  • Cabo Pulmo Watersports
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - South
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Los Arbolitos Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)
    ‪122 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cabo Pulmo

In Cabo Pulmo .At this villa, you'll be steps from Cabo Pulmo Watersports and within a 10-minute walk of Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California. Also, Pila Trailhead is within half a mile (1 km) and Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - South is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Cabo Pulmo Watersports - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - South - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - North - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Los Arbolitos Beach - 14 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Cabo Pulmo National Park - 23 min drive - 7.2 miles

Getting around

  • Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tacos & Beer - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Tito's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪la palapa - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Pelicano - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Coral Reef Restaurant - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea

El Encanto is an artful, luxury view home with generous patios and private landscaped grounds. We offer three charming suites—ideal for families or multiple couples. See other listings for individual suites.

Art is a central theme, with folkart collected over years of Mexico travel, plus contemporary nature-inspired works, and whimsical touches that will surprise and delight. An eclectic mix of handcrafted furniture, traditional wood windows, and oriental carpets throughout convey an intimate timeless feel. Many people have said that it is like living in one of Diane's paintings.

Comfort-designed for southern Baja's famously mild climate, rooms spill out onto generous covered patios, sheltered from stiff winter nortes and open to the gentle breezes of summer. Private walled gardens put some of Baja's showiest natives on display, complemented by desert-adapted plants from throughout the world. Flowers attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, plus birdbaths and feeders, keep the gardens lively!

Our home is close to beach, restaurants, dive center and other local services—all in easy walking distance, and our English speaking property managers will assure your best vacation ever. They can help you arrange massage, diving, kayaking, fishing trips, etc.

This house is truly a labor of love. See more details on our website (link below). We think you'll be delighted!

Features:
3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
4 outdoor living spaces
Home entertainment system with great DVD movie collection
Gourmet kitchen (coffee/tea and spices provided)
Outdoor shower
Palapa (palm thatched) roof
Solar powered
Gorgeous succulent garden with hummingbird feeders
Privacy walls surround garden
Beach gear including snorkeling for guests
Filtered water
2 minute walk to the beach
90 minutes from Los Cabos Airport
Cell phone service available (Telcel)
Safes in each bedroom
Fans over each bed
Hand-painted furniture

Air conditioning available for bedrooms (extra charge)
Wifi (limited to web surfing and email--no streaming or downloading)


WE KEEP OUR CALENDARS UP-TO-DATE!

Keywords: House

Property manager

Diane Varney

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only

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
Onsite 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea Villa

Frequently asked questions

How close is El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea to the airport?

This villa is 55.1 mi (99-min drive) away from the Los Cabos Intl. Airport (SJD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.

How close is El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea to the beach?

This villa is 3.5 mi (13-min drive) from Los Arbolitos Beach and 13.6 mi (34-min drive) from Punta Colorada Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea offer free breakfast?

This villa does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea?

No, there is no casino at this villa.

What time is check-in at El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea?

Free parking is not available at this villa.

Does El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea have a pool?

This villa does not have a pool.

Does El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea have a spa?

This villa doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea to downtown Cabo Pulmo?

This villa is 0.1 mi away from Cabo Pulmo.

El Encanto - Artful Luxury in a Rustic Setting by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Francois B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Like a dream

Wonderfull !!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brady D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best rental in Baja?

This may be the best rental in all of Baja. The place has so much character and is so well thought out. Everything a person would need is provided. We had friends over for dinner one night and it was great for entertaining as well. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina S., St. Louis USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Architectural wonder

The most beautiful place on the beach! This house is a living work of art! The furniture and decor is exiting, amazing and one of a kind. Our stay was super comfortable. We had all the amenities necessary to make us comfortable. Would have loved a hair dryer that I did not bring but otherwise everything was excellent. The garden is s paradise full of birds and song and the views from the top floor breathtaking . Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rod P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay

This was our 3rd stay, second time with friends. The design of the whole compound works so well by providing great gathering spaces, yet plenty privacy if you want it. We spent a lot of time just enjoying the desert garden, the fountain, and the wildlife (at least 12 species of birds visited the garden). Discovered a new slogan folks are using for Cabo Pulmo: Bad Roads, Good People. So true.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alaskans luv ElCanto

We had a wonderful stay at ElCanto, with its beautiful gardens, artwork, upper and lower porches, lovely cabana, and beautiful bedrooms w baths. So lovely. We cooked together, played music and hiked and swam at Cabo Pulmo reef. Thank u & we will look forward to our next visit. Hamre family
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb in every way

Incredibly beautiful location (Cabo Pulmo) inspired this lovely artists getaway… beautiful inside and out, fabulous garden of succulents, active bird life, walls hung with the owners own lovely artwork. Each family member had gorgeous alone space as well as family together apace. Beautiful space, beautiful time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

cristina c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday dream

We come back as much as possible. Magical place!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A week in paradise

A week in this wonderful and comfortable artistic home in Cabo Pulmo is the perfect antidote for dreary winter Seattle. El Encanto sets the stage for bringing your senses back to life. If you love the desert air, the sun on your back, and the chorus of birds in the morning you couldn't find a better location. This sleepy little town is remote and quiet enough to truly get away. Diving, hikes in the desert, and the hot-springs and waterfalls outside of nearby Santiago offer plenty to do. But the rich aesthetic of this colorful home is such that you could easily enjoy a week with family simply watching hummingbirds off the veranda and dining together on the balcony. Pick up your supplies (esp limes and tequila) before you reach Cabo Pulmo. But count on fresh fish from the boats arriving late morning to the beaches south of the town. The owner promptly answers all queries. Junior, the caretaker, is cheerfully at your beckon call. After many years of returning to Baja this town remains our favorite spot and staying in this exquisite home was a joy.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Retreat

The house was beautiful from the garden to the art and all the thoughtful details. We planned the trip to get away from it all, enjoy hiking, swimming and snorkeling. This home checked all the boxes! While we loved to explore the beaches and hiking in the area we were also just as happy to stay at the house, cooking, reading, painting, and relaxing. It was a true gift!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

Peace and tranquility in a pristine and authentic Mexican setting

This is a wonderful spot to experience what I think of as the best of Mexico. The very comfortable and well-laid out house is perfect for a family. Considering the very remote location, Diane has the house very well supplied. Diane is super at quickly responding to any questions and very helpful. The house was comfortable and charming. You fall asleep to the sounds of the waves on the beach and wake up to the roosters and chirping birds. The night sky is stunning with the sight of the milky way and the planets/ stars. The beaches are beautiful, the water is warm. There are a lot of interesting underwater things to see if you like diving or snorkeling. The Mexican people in the village are super nice. For me, everything about the stay exceeded my expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Breathtakingly beautiful and a welcome retreat from reality!

Our group of six had a lovely 4 night stay at El Encanto, which is not only beautiful, but very well-equipped with everything one could imagine--including snorkeling gear, beach chairs and ice chests and every cooking item. We were so comfortable here we didn't want to leave and can't wait for our next opportunity to visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Johanna B., Palisade Colorado

coolest house I've ever seen!

I'm conflicted about telling someone (anyone) how amazing this property is because I'd really like to have it all to myself but it's beautiful and Cabo Pulmo is not to be missed. Just a wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2017