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Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)

Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)

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Entry to house
Entry to property
Outdoor dining area adjacent to kitchen. Pass plates through the window!
Gourmet kitchen
Outdoor seating area

Overview of Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)

10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Cabo Pulmo, BCS
  • Popular LocationCabo Pulmo Watersports3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCabo Pulmo Trailhead - North5 min drive
  • Popular LocationLos Arbolitos Beach13 min drive
  • AirportSan José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.)98 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)

This listing is for only the Main House (first floor). It is suitable for two people (portable beds available for extra charge).

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:
1 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
2 outdoor living spaces
Home entertainment system with great DVD movie collection
Gourmet kitchen (coffee/tea and spices provided)
Wifi (limited to web surfing and email--no streaming or downloading)
Filtered water
Outdoor shower
Palapa (palm thatched) roof
Solar powered
Gorgeous succulent garden with hummingbird feeders
Privacy walls surround garden
Beach towels, chairs, umbrellas and snorkeling gear for guests
2 minute walk to the beach
90 minutes from Los Cabos Airport
Cell phone service available (Telcel)
Palapa (palm thatched) roof
Safes in each bedroom
Fans over each bed
Hand-painted furniture
Original art
Air conditioning available for bedrooms (extra charge)


WE KEEP OUR CALENDARS UP-TO-DATE!

Property manager

Diane Varney
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted outside

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Cabo Pulmo

Located in Cabo Pulmo, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cabo Pulmo Watersports and Pila Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Eco Adventures and Cabo Pulmo National Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Cabo Pulmo Watersports - 3 min walk
  • Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - South - 14 min walk
  • Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - North - 5 min drive
  • Los Arbolitos Beach - 13 min drive
  • Cabo Pulmo National Park - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • San José del Cabo, Baja California Sur (SJD-Los Cabos Intl.) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tacos & Beer Cabo Pulmo - 5 min walk
  • La Palapa - 5 min walk
  • El Caballero - 2 min walk
  • Los Tornados - 2 min walk
  • El Pelicano - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Main House at El Encanto de Cabo Pulmo (1st floor) located?

This family-friendly Cabo Pulmo holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 10-minute walk of Cabo Pulmo Watersports, Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California and Pila Trailhead. Cabo Pulmo Trailhead - South and Liz'a Arroyo Crossing are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul G F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Village, House is a work of Art
We enjoyed our 5 night stay in March 2024. We stayed in the main house. It has a full kitchen with everything you need to cook yourselves a great meal. There are few restaurants in the village a 10 minute walk away. The building is a work of art. Quiet and just on the edge of town. There was someone there each morning asking if we had any needs. They fixed a few minor things right away. There is snorkeling gear, beach chairs and umbrellas that you can borrow from the house. The owners gave a detailed run down on how to get there and what to pick up in San Josue del Cabo, as there is only a convienence store in town. And the hiking trails in town.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible Property
The attention to detail in everything in El Encanto is beautiful. The gardens are filled with diverse, unique plants, the yard is filled with birds, and the house is filled with fun art and artistic details. We love the simple, friendly town at the end of the road, and the "Tacos and Beers" restaurant on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sande C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property—everything we needed
We love to be surrounded by art, and El Encanto is indeed a work of art. Charming and comfortable is a combination that can’t be beat! The bed was nice and firm (and we’re picky about that because of my husband’s back issues), the kitchen well appointed, and the book and DVD selection divine. There was even a book written by someone I know. The property manager, Junior, is wonderful—responsive and meticulous, and a wealth of information. He was very helpful with advice on snorkeling locations, although we didn’t get to do as much as we’d like because the wind kicked up. We also enjoyed visiting with the other guests who were staying in the casita. If we had any recommendations, one would be that the mosquito netting over the bed should be unfurled between every guest so the debris can be removed, and inspected for holes. We didn’t actually use it or need it, but it looked a little worn. All in all, though, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

M S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As magical as Cabo Pulmo
We absolutely loved this property. We had the main house (with a full kitchen). It is beautiful. The desert landscaping, the beautiful art, the many places to watch the birds - it was all so lovely. And holy cow was the kitchen ever stocked - they had almost every implement you could imagine. Our favorite part was waking to the sound of the waves.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming property
We had a wonderful stay at El Encanto. The property is even nicer than the pictures show. A true Mexican home. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need (clearly the owner enjoys cooking). You need to stock up on groceries before you drive to Cabo Pulmo. There is no grocery store in Cabo Pulmo and once you’ve made the trek there, you won’t want to go back. We dove on our first day and then the weather changed and got cool and rainy, so we relaxed at the house for the rest of our stay. The gardens around the house are very “bird friendly” so we enjoyed reading on the porch and watching the birds. There were several books at the house to help us identify the various species. The other fun activity was star gazing at night. Absolutely spectacular! Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Diane Varney

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Rob and I designed El Encanto to be the kind of place we'd love to stay in with integrated indoor/outdoor living bringing us in contact with nature and full of art. We thought of the house and gardens as a giant art project. It was truly a labor of love and took us two years to build, working closely with local craftsmen.

Why they chose this property

El Encanto is the nicest property in Cabo Pulmo and if you are interested in design and artful living, this is the place for you. Comfort and beauty!

What makes this property unique

It is rare to live with so much beauty and art and nature, and El Encanto provides a truly unique vacation experience which is sure to be memorable.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish

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