Villa Tortuga. Luxury Beachfront Family Friendly Paradise in Playa Las Tortugas

The next morning I find my Shangri-La, the place I could recommend without reservation or caveat. I have been in search of the perfect beach since I first saw the ocean, decades ago. Now I have found it. ~ The Washington Post

A charming, ecologically minded property on an otherwise uninhabited stretch of pristine beach ... a true tropical paradise. ~ Alaska Airlines Magazine

The villas at Playa Las Tortugas, 70 miles north of Puerto Vallarta, share 5 miles of creamy beach with nothing but a coconut plantation.~ Ranked #2 in Top 10 Spring Flings, Sunset Magazine, March 2008

We could not have said it better ourselves. A truly special place, secluded and tranquil, nestled among the palms of a coconut plantation, Villa Tortuga is your beachfront hidden treasure on miles of pristine, uncrowded beach.

Villa Tortuga,(formerly Casa Amarilla), is a private beachfront residence in the exclusive gated development of Playa Las Tortugas on the Riviera Nayarit - a scenic drive of less than two hours from Puerto Vallarta through old growth jungle, beautiful countryside and quaint towns. Villa Tortuga has such a secluded location, that assures your peace, privacy, and a vacation like none you have had before.

If you have ever dreamed of getting away from it all to your own private paradise, this is the real-life equivalent. You would need to search far and wide to find the combination of privacy, serenity and yet activity possibilities that await you here. Villa Tortuga is easily accessible by car or a private shuttle we will be happy to arrange.

The beach is an eco-preserve with an adjacent 1100 acre estuary. Villa Tortuga is one of only 13 homes there. Gently nestled amoung beautiful tropical gardens and coconut palms, at over 3700 sq. ft, it is one of the most spacious, well-appointed and luxurious homes in the development.

The house is big, open, airy and right on the beach. The open floorplan lends itself to hosting families and multiple couples up to a maximum occupancy of 8 people including children. The 3 bedroom suites are spacious, beautifully decorated and well-separated from one another. Each bedroom suite is separately air-conditioned and has its own unique magnificent views, private bath and terrace/balcony. Upgraded linens, robes, pillows and hand made organic soaps are found in every room.

The Grand Master Suite, is located on the second floor with a commanding view of ocean. It is decorated in a carefully designed Safari theme with a King size bed. Spa-quality plush robes and disposable slippers are there for your convenience. The bath has his-and-her custom made marble sinks and the spacious shower has a magnificent view of the palms and ocean below.

The beautifully decorated Serenity Suite has a King bed and is located on the lower level with a garden view. The bath is large and the shower has wonderful views of the beach.

The Surfer Suite also is located on the lower level of the house with views on two sides to the beach. It has a Queen bed and is the most private of the suites with an independent access just off of the pool.

The private pool is located on the beach side of the house, just outside the living room, with incredible 180 degree views of the beach and crashing surf. You can watch the kids play in the pool from the palapa, outdoor living room or inside the house.

The gourmet kitchen has most modern amenities including granite countertops, a stainless steel, side-by-side refrigerator and freezer, dishwasher, microwave and numerous small appliances. Bottled water for drinking and cooking are provided.

There are two dining areas: the main indoor dinning room, with direct access to the beach and the outdoor thatched roof palapa for al-fresco entertainment. The main Living room boasts beautifull ocean views and direct access to pool and outdoor living area.

The open floorplan lends itself to hosting multiple couples or families up to a maximum occupancy of 8.

Premium beachfront location with comanding views
2 pools : private pool and community pool
Professionally appointed and decorated
Daily maid service included (except Sundays)
De-luxe cleaning service available
All kitchen utensils and appliances
Cook available upon request
Provisioning available
Laundry service available
Airport pick-up and drop-off available
Personal Masseuse available
On-site property maintenance manager
Satellite TV
Wireless Internet available
DVD movie library
Books and games
Independent remote-controlled Air conditioning systems in each bedroom suite
SPA-quality robes
Disposable sleepers
600 tread-count linens
Plush bath and beach towels
Hair dryers in every bathroom
Hand-made organic soaps
Shampoo, Conditioner, shower gel, lotion presented in environmentally-friendly mounted caddies
Beach chairs and umbrellas
Pool lounge chairs
Relaxing hammocks
Pack-n-go crib
High chair
Toddler booster seat
Additional Inflatable mattresses
Canoe, kayak, boat, surfboards, boogie boards, fishing equipment rentals

Eco-Tourism
Turtle Rescue/Release Camp
Rain-Forests
Leisure Activities:
Beachcombing
Bird-Watching
Surfing
Boogie Boarding
DeepSea-Fishing
Fly-Fishing
Freshwater-Fishing
Hiking
Sound/Bay-Fishing
Surf-Fishing
Whale-Watching
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
Scenic-Drives
Jungle Cruise
Tree-top Jungle Canopy Tour
Volcano
Waterfalls
Hieroglyphic Stone Carvings

Jan 5, 2009 - April 3, 2009 weekly rate : $2650 USD nightly rate: $575 USD 4 night minimum
Easter April 4, 2009 - April 19,2009 weekly rate: $3800 USD nightly rate: $875 USD 4 night minimum
April 20, 209 - May 31, 2009 weekly rate: $2650 USD nightly rate: $575 USD 4 night minimum
June 1, 2009 - Sep 30, 2009 weekly rate: $2385 USD nightly rate: $500 USD 4 night minimum
Oct 1, 2009 - Dec 18, 2009 weekly rate : $2650 USD nightly rate: $575 USD 4 night minimum
Christmas Dec 19, 2009 - Jan 9, 2010 weekly rate: $3910 USD 1 week minimum

Reservations - There are two types of reservations. “Holiday” reservations are those reservations made for the Easter and Christmas Seasons (April 4-19, 2009 and December 19, 2009 to January 9, 2010 and the corresponding periods of subsequent years). “Non-holiday” reservations are those for any other time of year. There are different policies for each of the two.
Holiday Reservations - A 50% initial rental deposit is due at the time the reservation is made along with the security deposit. The remaining rental amount balance will be due 90 days prior to the first date of the your scheduled occupancy. In cases were the rental amount balance is not received by this time, the reservation will be cancelled and the initial rental deposit amount forfeited. In cases where the reservation is made less than 90 days from the first day of occupancy, the entire rental amount and security deposit are due at the time the reservation is made.

Non-Holiday Reservations - A 50% initial rental deposit is due at the time the reservation is made along with the security deposit. The remaining rental amount balance will be due 45 days prior to the first date of the your scheduled occupancy. In cases were the rental amount balance is not received by this time, the reservation will be cancelled and the initial rental deposit amount forfeited. In cases where the reservation is made less than 45 days from the first day of occupancy, the entire rental amount and security deposit are due at the time the reservation is made.

Cancellations and Refunds - The minimum cancellation notice is 45 days for non-holiday reservations and 90 days for holiday reservations. As long as the minimum notice requirements have been met or exceeded, all initial rental deposits are refundable less a cancellation fee of 25% of the total rental amount. In all cases of cancellation prior to occupancy, your security deposit will be returned to you in full.

In the event adequate notice of cancellation is not given, i.e. less than 45 days for non-holidays and 90 days for holidays, all amounts paid, with the exception of the security deposit will be forfeited.

The rental amount balance will be automatically charged to your credit card on file on, or after, the date it is due unless we are notified by you of your intent to cancel in advance of the date due. To avoid any confusion, all cancellation requests need to be sent via FAX.

Rescheduling and Changes – Because the Property is held exclusively for you and we do not “double book” reservations, rescheduling a reservation is considered a cancellation of the initial reservation and the creation of a new one. Cancellation charges will apply.

Security Deposit - A $500.00 minimum security deposit will be charged to your credit card when the property is booked. This amount is based on an occupancy of no more than 6 adults and 2 children. The security deposit does not apply to rent. Your security deposit will be refunded, in full, less any deductions for damage to the property, its contents, or Playa Las Tortugas common areas within 30 days from your last date of occupancy of the property.

For the time that you occupy the property you agree that you are responsible for all damages or loss occurring to the property or its contents caused by your actions or negligence. In the event that damages or loss described under this section occur and exceed the security deposit amount, you hereby agree that your credit card on file with us may be automatically be charged for any damages in excess of the security deposit amount.