10/10 Excellent
Brooke O.
28 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nuevo Vallarta April trip
Brooke O.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Entire home
Paradise Is Waiting For You
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms204 sq m
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Pool
- Washer
- Gym
- Barbecue grill
- Parking available
Explore the area
Nuevo Vallarta, NAY
- Playa Bucerias17 min walk
- Flamingos Golf Club3 min drive
- Art Walk Bucerias5 min drive
- Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)20 min drive
Room options
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The price is AU$783
AU$783
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
20 Nov - 21 Nov
About the area
Nuevo Vallarta
At this villa you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Bay of Banderas and Playa Bucerias. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and villa features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a living room and a TV are also available. Housekeeping is available on request. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site outdoor swimming pool and gym. Added amenities include a hot tub, concierge services and a garden.
What's nearby
- Playa Bucerias - 17 min walk
- Flamingos Golf Club - 3 min drive
- El Tigre Golf at Paradise Village - 6 min drive
- Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 7 min drive
- Nayar Vidanta Golf - 9 min drive
Getting around
- Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 20 min drive
Restaurants
- Riu Palace Piano Bar - 6 min walk
- Samba Vallarta by Emporio Hotel - 18 min walk
- La Botana - 3 min drive
- Rodizio - 3 min drive
- RIU Sports Bar - 17 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.
Paradise Is Waiting For You
Feel the warmth of the sand on your toes as the gentle breeze off of Banderas Bay flows over your body while you sip a Margarita with family and friends. Watch dolphins play near the shore as you walk the beach to the nearby quaint town of Bucerias. Have lunch or supper while in Bucerias at an unbelievably reasonable rate while sitting right on the beach or in one of many restaurants of varying cuisine. Visit and shop the open air market finding treasures made by local artisans. Boogie boarding, paddle boarding, parachute sailing, horseback riding along with other activities are available for those that are looking for a more active moment. At certain times of the year the baby turtles may be hatching right in front of La Estancia!
Your villa includes a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, extensive master bedroom with a huge closet/bathroom space/Jacuzzi, a washer and dryer, and a second bedroom with 2 queen beds and a bathroom. The villa sleeps 6 guests. The balcony terrace runs the length of the villa with spectacular views of the ocean and the pool.
La Estancia is your home away from home and the feel portrays that. After flying into Puerto Vallarta it is an easy taxi ride to La Estancia. There is a market nearby to pick up any groceries/beverages to have on hand at your villa. Or we can recommend where to rent a vehicle that will give you the flexibility to explore areas north and south of the resort.
The grounds are a tropical feast to the senses and include a huge pool with fountains and 4 hot tubs, a swim up bar along with a pool-side restaurant. There is a large elegant indoor restaurant and a small mart at the sister Flamingos facility next door. Work out in the gym and then visit the full service spa. Whatever you choose to do from the varied activities or just sitting and reading a book, paradise awaits you at Villa La Estancia!
Your villa includes a full kitchen, living room, bathroom, extensive master bedroom with a huge closet/bathroom space/Jacuzzi, a washer and dryer, and a second bedroom with 2 queen beds and a bathroom. The villa sleeps 6 guests. The balcony terrace runs the length of the villa with spectacular views of the ocean and the pool.
La Estancia is your home away from home and the feel portrays that. After flying into Puerto Vallarta it is an easy taxi ride to La Estancia. There is a market nearby to pick up any groceries/beverages to have on hand at your villa. Or we can recommend where to rent a vehicle that will give you the flexibility to explore areas north and south of the resort.
The grounds are a tropical feast to the senses and include a huge pool with fountains and 4 hot tubs, a swim up bar along with a pool-side restaurant. There is a large elegant indoor restaurant and a small mart at the sister Flamingos facility next door. Work out in the gym and then visit the full service spa. Whatever you choose to do from the varied activities or just sitting and reading a book, paradise awaits you at Villa La Estancia!
Property manager
Jon and Carol Copeland
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- On the beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Communal pool
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- In-room accessibility
- Lift
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
- Phone
- Safe
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near the ocean
Things to do
- Golf
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Kayak
- Tennis
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Whale watching 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)
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 2,200 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
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
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
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 deadlock
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.
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.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a deadlock in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Villa
Paradise Is Waiting For You Villa
Paradise Is Waiting For You Nuevo Vallarta
Paradise Is Waiting For You Villa Nuevo Vallarta
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Paradise Is Waiting For You?
Yep, Paradise Is Waiting For You is a short 17-minute walk from Playa Bucerias. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, windsurfing and body boarding.
Does Paradise Is Waiting For You have a pool?
Take your pick from a heated pool, a communal pool and an outdoor pool.
What luxury perks are available at Paradise Is Waiting For You?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a jetted bath and a living room.
What makes Paradise Is Waiting For You a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Paradise Is Waiting For You.
Is there a private hot tub at Paradise Is Waiting For You?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Paradise Is Waiting For You?
No, Paradise Is Waiting For You does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Paradise Is Waiting For You?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Paradise Is Waiting For You?
No, pets are not allowed.
Paradise Is Waiting For You Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Alex M., San Francisco, CA
3 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful resort and gracious hosts
Villa La Estancia was a fantastic choice for our family, which includes two young children (ages 4 & 3). The pool area is very nice and the white sand beach is perfect, and neither ever felt crowded even between Christmas & NYE. The small store at Flamingos (affiliated resort next door) was very convenient and room service was good & affordable, so we never needed to opt into VLE's all-inclusive option (~$120 per adult per day). We took an easy 10 minute taxi to Bucerias one night (highly recommend dinner at Mezzogiorno), and would've gone back more often if our kids were older and more mobile.
Jon was incredibly warm and helpful in advance, as well as super responsive to any questions during our stay. He went out of his way to ensure we avoided any transportation hassle at the airport, which we sincerely appreciated. This was our first trip to Puerto Vallarta and we will definitely stay here again. Highly recommend!
P.S. Families with young children should know that the two bedrooms share a common front gate, but have two separate locked doors. One door opens to the kitchen/living room and master bedroom and the other opens to the second bedroom with two queen beds. This is not an "adjoining hotel room" layout, so recommend bringing a baby monitor if you need to hear the kids at night. Worked well for us with a monitor.
Alex M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gilberto A.
10 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to relax
Great place great resort good location would definitely stay again
Gilberto A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Crystal F.
7 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
We love Villa La Estancia
We’ve been vacationing at Villa La Estancia for nine years and it never disappoints.
The owners were great to work with and very helpful. Beautiful Villa.
Crystal F.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Adah J.
13 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Magical
We will be back because we loved this place so much. What a beautiful home and place. Perfect for our toddler.
Adah J.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carol Z.
8 Mar 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous condo
The property was fabulous, owners were great to deal with. The location was perfect. Be aware of the people drawing you into a time share, it was continuous and annoying.
Carol Z.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lynn h.
30 June 2018
LOVED IT!
Wouldn't change a thing! From the start when we booked with Jon and Carol who were so helpful and accommodating and throughout our stay at this beautiful and peaceful resort. The resort is very tranquil and the surroundings are stunning. Traveling with 4 teenagers we thought for sure they would end up hanging out at the sister resort next door but they didn't want to leave La Estancia. We booked a Mexican Fiesta dinner next door where we enjoyed entertainment including Mariachis. The food was awesome and we had such a great time! We absolutely LOVED Villa La Estancia and hope to return some day!!
Lynn h.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
8 May 2018
Outstanding and stunning villa and location and owners that are the top!
From the very beginning Carol and Jon were outstanding with all of their assistance and their villa is beyond beautiful, comfortable, breathtaking view and we so enjoyed our time (9 days). With renting the entire villa - it gives lots of privacy. We had someone in Villa B, someone sleeping in the Murphy bed in the living room and my husband and I were in the master bedroom. With this set up everyone had their own private bathroom including their own shower (the master bath also has a jacuzzi but we did not use it because we used one of the 4 that were poolside or at the beach with a spectacular view). The main part of the villa includes the living room, a large dining table (round), a laundry room and a full kitchen. One of the outstanding things in this villa is the covered balcony. It is large and has loungers, and 2 tables (small and large) will chairs BUT the view that you see here (posted by Jon and Carol) is the actual view that you see from the balcony. They VERY accurately described their villa and did not mislead in any way at all. Rest assured that you are getting everything the way they described it.
It is a very safe location with lots of options. If you choose you can stay all the time at the resort if that is what you want or you can leave and have lots of options for eating, shopping and entertainment. The choice is yours!! Transportation from the villa and back to the villa is very easy with the taxi service. We ate at some outstanding restaurants at the resort and outside the resort.
The beach is clean and maintained with plenty of places to choose to sit and take in the moment. We even saw baby turtles hatching and going toward the beach.
At this resort you can `also go to the resort next door - your choice!! The way it appeared to us (atleast when we were there), this resort is quiet and relaxing and the one next door is more lively. Like I said you have the choice and the choice is yours all day and night.
One more thing, the security at this resort is top notch. We were here because of my sons wedding and after a party one of his guests was coming over to visit. Security followed him and questioned him for over 15 minutes and then they knocked on our door to verify that he was with us. We felt very safe.
I could go on and on.....try it, check it out.......you will not be disappointed.
Thank you Carol and Jon - we will be coming back to stay at your villa!! EXCELLENT owners, villa and resort!
Michelle C.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2018
10/10 Excellent
Tracy E.
11 Apr 2018
Lovely well kept unit. Gorgeous ocean views. In room Wifi the best!
Staff and facilities at Villa La Estancia were top notch. My entire famiy loved our experience. I cannot wait to return. Working with Jon, the owner, truly made our vacation exceptional!!!
Tracy E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
8/10 Good
Todd B.
26 Feb 2018
Clean, lots of space, good view, and a great location.
Our family of four stayed in Jon and Carol's place in February 2018. The condo had more than plenty of room for us. The room was very clean and quiet, with a good view from the patio looking out to the ocean over the pool - it was a great place to hang out. Jon was very helpful with getting us to the condo, letting us know what to expect once there, and restaurant recommendations. Being on the 6th floor, and far from the free lobby wifi, the in-room wifi they had was also helpful. This location is good for easy (and inexpensive) cab rides to Sayulita or south to Paradise Village for activity pick ups, and for short walks to Mega for groceries (we used the pedestrian overpass across the highway). We enjoyed most the easy walk to Bucerias along both the beach and inland path. Villa La Estancia staff throughout the resort, including at the front desk, pool, room service, restaurants, and on site doctor, were very welcoming and helpful. We can only say good things about our week at the resort.
Todd B.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
15 Jan 2018
Beautiful unit!
This was our first time at La Estancia and we will definitely be going back! Jon and Carol were a pleasure and their unit is beautiful!
Jennifer D.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
10/10 Excellent
Emmett H.
27 Dec 2017
Beautiful Property, Great Location!
Our vacation at Villa La Estancia was wonderful!
Jon and Carol (the owners) were great from the start. Very communicative and quick to respond.
The condo was perfect...our 20-something daughters got their own room and my wife and I were more than comfortable in the master. TV's (if you are spending a little down time in the condo) are in both bedrooms and the living room. Internet connectivity was reliable. The condo is on the 6th floor overlooking the pool with a fantastic view of Bandaras Bay. We had one small maintenance problem that was quickly taken care of.
We went to the nicely equipped gym almost every morning (had to work off the mojitos and cervezas!) Several days we went next door to Flamingos to check out paddle boards and kayaks. (Be sure to get there early...once the water gets choppy you can't take them out.) The first day we were out, about 10 dolphins came over and were swimming right with us! It was amazing! The pool bar is the quickest way to get a cocktail around the pool. Service tended to be on the slow side, but hey...you are in Mexico...why rush? Food is definitely better on the Estancia side than the Flamingos side, but there is more variety at Flamingos. Be sure to check out what activities are happening at Flamingos...they usually have something going on at night.
I must say that the key cards proved to be rather frustrating...often they took 6 tries before the door unlocked. But that seems to be true around the resort and the front desk folks are happy to create new cards for you.
We loved the location. It was an easy 20-25 minute walk into Bucerias, a small town just north of the resort. LOTS of street vendors. Great food too! We ate at "Karen's Place" (right on the beach), "Sandrina's" (Mediterranean), and Mariscos El Payo (Mexican, right on the square). All were fantastic! Especially "El Payo"...great authentic Mexican food...if you go, be sure to ask for Manuel...he will take great care of you! We also took a 30 minute cab ride up to a small (but VERY busy) surf town called Sayulita. Definitely worth a day trip up there. (A cab ride was $300 pesos...about $15 US).
We chose not to participate in the "All Inclusive" option...cocktails around the pool are very reasonable ($4-6 US) and we enjoyed venturing away from the resort to try the local food.
We would definitely go back again...the resort is great...the staff is amazing...and the hosts are wonderful!
Emmett H.
10/10 Excellent
Claudia D., WOODSIDE, California
21 Apr 2017
Fantastic, comfortable stay at Villa La Estancia
We've just returned from a fantastic week at Villa La Estancia! After a long few months at work we were looking to just relax and enjoy the sun and we got exactly that.
The condo:
- Large, comfortable and clean - master bedroom with large bathroom, comfortable bed, sitting area attached to a common area with full kitchen, dining room and living room. A separate bedroom with 2 queen beds is also part of the layout. It has a large deck that runs the length of the condo with awesome views and a fantastic breeze all day long. Our family of 5 was super comfortable and with enough room for everyone.
The resort
Fantastic service, especially from the hardworking guys serving the pool. The pool is large and clean and never felt too crowded even though it was Spring Break. The resort next door (which is part of the family of resorts) has SUPs, kayaks and boogie boards for guests to use for free. There are floaties and other pool toys for smaller children as well. The beach is nice, clean and there are plenty of chairs if you want to lay out by the ocean. The ocean was calm and great for kids of all ages in the am but got a little rougher in the afternoon when the wind picks up. We boogie boarded in the afternoons and kayaked in the am depending on ocean conditions.
There is also a full gym (enough of everything if you want to keep up your regular work out schedule), tennis courts (old rackets but didn't have to bring any) and spa.
Location
The resort is at the north end of Nueva Vallarta. It is not exactly walking distance to anything although you can walk to the little surfer town of Bucerias in about 15 mins. We loved it because we could explore downtown, Nuevo Vallarta, and Bucerias. Everything was a cab ride away but taxis are plentiful and cheap. Rates vary so ask how much prior to boarding the cab.
Your hosts
Carol and Jon were amazing! They answered all emails right away, provided as much information as possible and installed a new WiFi router to ensure we'd have proper connection during our stay. They were wonderful to deal with, went out of their way to ensure we had a great stay and we cannot recommend them or their condo enough.
This is a great spot if you want to explore the area, be comfortable in a spacious condo and have options for dinner and activities. Thanks Jon and Carol for a great stay!
Claudia D.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017