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Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special!

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Outdoor living at it's best!
The house from the street with the mountains in the background..
Rear park residents' tennis court. Tennis raquets and balls provided.
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3 bedrooms
5 bathrooms
6 guests
30 nights minimum
Holiday Rental House
Situated in a lovely gated community close to all amenities (walk to the village, Walmart and numerous restaurants). The community has 24/7 security, quiet cobbled streets and two spacious (residents only) parks which include adult and children pools, a tennis court, basketball, and soccer fields (we provide the racquets and balls). The house is a one-level bungalow with a spacious front porch, master bedroom with 'his' and 'her' en suite bathrooms, 2 large guest bedrooms with beautifully tiled en suite bathrooms (one has 2 Queen beds, the other a King. There is a fully equipped modern kitchen indoors with granite counters, a lovely dining room with handcrafted furniture, an outdoor secluded patio with tiled eat-in kitchen, and sitting area surrounded by flowers as well as a fountain. The...Situated in a lovely gated community close to all amenities (walk to the village, Walmart and numerous restaurants). The community has 24/7 security, quiet cobbled streets and two spacious (residents only) parks which include adult and children pools, a tennis court, basketball, and soccer fields (we provide the racquets and balls). The house is a one-level bungalow with a spacious front porch, master bedroom with 'his' and 'her' en suite bathrooms, 2 large guest bedrooms with beautifully tiled en suite bathrooms (one has 2 Queen beds, the other a King. There is a fully equipped modern kitchen indoors with granite counters, a lovely dining room with handcrafted furniture, an outdoor secluded patio with tiled eat-in kitchen, and sitting area surrounded by flowers as well as a fountain. The office is equipped with WI-FI which is accessible throughout the house .There is also a fully equipped utility room which includes a washer and dryer. Cable, internet and telephone included as well as housekeeping services once a week and gardener three times a week. The house is fully equipped with kitchen supplies, china, linen, towels and cutlery. Tourist License / Licencia de turismo N °: 431-522-911More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: Ask
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Bathrooms
1 Half bath, 4 Full baths
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About the Owner
Geraldine C
Languages spoken:English, Spanish, French
Response Rate:63%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:August 2010
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Reviewed 22 August 2019
always wonderful

we...5 of us...spent 9 glorious days in this house in ajijic….second time in the house...8th time in ajijic….first time in ajijic in the summer...loved the nighttime thunder storms......this house is special...sitting enjoying the gardens or cooking outside....new tvs and fans this time....no compalints about house...More

Date of stay: August 2019
1  Thank dgibson2017
Reviewed 25 January 2018
I didn't want to leave...ever!

Stayed at the Hotel Casa Blanca in Ajijic. We were given such a welcome and such great care. The amenities were wonderful...spacious, well equipped, beautiful with SUCH character. The staff could not have been more helpful and warm. The location was excellent...walking distance to everywhere...More

Date of stay: January 2018
1  Thank valerie T
Reviewed 9 August 2017
Great home base for working - (but feeling like a holiday).

We rented this property to use as a "home base" for 2 1/2 months (May-Jun-July) whilst working on a engineering project nearby. I found the property to be excellent in this function. 3 spacious bedrooms and multiple living areas allowed 3 work colleagues to live...More

Date of stay: May 2017
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GeraldineOttawa, VR Owner at Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special!, responded to this reviewResponded 9 August 2017

Wow! Thanks for such a complete and thoughtful review - it is much appreciated.

Reviewed 27 January 2017
wonderful house

four of us stayed in this house feb and march of 2016. we also had 3 small dogs. we loved everything about the house. the two lovely cleaning women were a delight. great location.beautiful inside and out.

Date of stay: February 2016
2  Thank dgibson2017
GeraldineOttawa, VR Owner at Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special!, responded to this reviewResponded 29 January 2017

Thanks for your kindness. Gerry

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Reviewed 10 January 2017

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Date of stay: January 2017
GeraldineOttawa, VR Owner at Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special!, responded to this reviewResponded 11 January 2017

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Reviewed 24 January 2016
A delightful place to kick back among the Tulip trees and do as little as possible

If you're looking for a lazy holiday filled with great food and a delightful sleepy town to explore look no further than Ajijic which is 30 minutes from Guadalajara airport and nestled along Lake Chapala with a picturesque view of the hilly shores opposite. I...More

Date of stay: January 2016
1  Thank jenga20152016
Reviewed 22 January 2015
Lovely, clean and secure house in Ajijic

We stayed in this lovely home for a month over the Christmas Holidays, a very busy and noisy time of year in Ajijic. This beautifully renovated house is in a gated park-like community with 24-hour security and is close to all amenities. Three large bedrooms...More

Date of stay: December 2014
2  Thank Sue S
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Reviewed 24 September 2014

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Date of stay: August 2014
Reviewed 25 February 2012
a wonderful place to stay

We recently stayed at this house in Ajijic. We have stayed here before hence a repeat choice of accommodation. The house is spacious with en-suite facilities. One room has a huge shower, and there is also a large bath-tub available. The beds are very comfortable...More

Date of stay: February 2012
4  Thank Dan W
Reviewed 20 September 2011
The house is great, Ajijic not a good vacation spot.

The house is very nice including the grounds and outdoor area with pond. Good beds,large bedrooms & bathrooms. Good kitchen and lounge area at the front.Well maintained inside & outside. We stayed there in January and central heating would have been niceas it was quite...More

Date of stay: January 2011
5  Thank Nat_Hrynuik
Management response:Responded 20 September 2011

Having had my Mother visit in her late 80s I know what you mean about wheelchair accessibility, but if you had ventured a little further afield, say to Guadalajara you...More

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Amenities
Pets Allowed: Ask
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
DVD Player
Alarm Clock
Balcony
Grill
Blender
Books
Children's Pool
Suitable For Children Under 5
Dishwasher
Dryer
Fax
Fireplace
Freezer
Refrigerator
Hairdryer
Housekeeping Included
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Local Guides/Maps
Microwave
Mountain Views
Outdoor Dining Area
Paper Towels Provided
Patio
Playground
Porch
Private Garden
Safe
Cable/satellite TV
Secure Parking
Shared Outdoor Pool (Unheated)
Shared Tennis Court
Shared Garden
Soap/Shampoo Provided
Stereo System
Cooker
Telephone
Terrace
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
VCR
Washer
Wi-Fi
Long Term Rentals (Over 1 Month)
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About the neighbourhood
t has good off-street parking and public transportation stops outside the community on the highway. There are 50 houses in the community. Guadalajara with its wealth of historic buildings, restaurants, and places of interest is 45 minutes away. Walmart and the newest upscale shopping plaza are a 2 minute walk, Ajijic is a five minute walk. It has numerous galleries and restaurants catering to a sophisticated international clientele. For golfers the Chula Vista golf club is five minutes away and a fifteen minute drive gets you to the natural hot springs spas.in Juan Cosala.
Getting around
Buses to Chapala and from there to Guadalajara stop right outside the community's gate. Guadalajara airport is 45 minutes away. Excellent taxi services are present in the community. If you use your own car the parking is private and secure with convenient gas stations within a few yards.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special!
  • Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special! is able to accommodate up to 6 guests. See all property details.
  • Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special! has 5 bathrooms available. See all property details.
  • Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special! has 3 bedrooms available. See all property details.
  • Stays at Ajijic/Lake Chapala: Something special! must last at least 30 nights. See all property details.