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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
A heated pool
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice!

This is where it all begins, casa libra is here for your relaxation, get away and hang out, fun party destination, or excuse to get to the sun. Puerto Vallarta has been written up in many publications and For you to experience it just give us a visit, we feel you will want to come back over and over. Our house will be more than you expected. This is a true Mexican hacienda with open air hallways, kitchen, and living space. All bedrooms but the one downstairs have AC for your convenience in the hot times of the year.

Property manager

John/Patricia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking can be done outside away from pool

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing 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)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not 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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Puerta Vallarta, JAL

What's nearby

  • Cuale Island - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olas Altas Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Los Muertos Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Playa de los Muertos - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Malecon - 2 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl. Airport (PVR) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mantamar Beach Club · Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Pancake House - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Studs Bear Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Catedral - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Otros Blondies - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice!?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice!?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice! located?

Located in Romantic Zone, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Manuel Lepe House Museum, Playa de los Muertos, and Bay of Banderas. Malecon is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) away.

Mexican Hacienda, Relaxation With Sun Or Shade, Your Choice! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Dylan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Such a great property. Amazing view from the upstairs bedroom. We loved having breakfast on the terrace every morning and relaxing by the pool in the afternoon. Effie and Francisco were great. I speak minimal Spanish but we got by. You will definitely get your steps in if you stay here. We’ve stayed in the hills before so we are used to it. Getting a cab is no problem though. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tim H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa Libra February 2024
we were a group of seven older adults enjoying Casa Libra. This property has a wonderful authentic Mexican feel. We loved the pool area and being able to open up all the bedrooms and kitchen / living area to the open air. House was generally clean but we did feel that the kitchen could benefit from some deep cleaning. Master bedroom is amazing and the secondary bedrooms were very comfortable. The fourth bedroom is quite small but it okay for a single person. The location is generally quiet but there were a few annoying cats fighting through the night. We did not experience any construction noises that were noted by earlier reviews. Travellers with mobility challenges should be aware that getting to the shops/restaurants may require taxi's to be used as the house is "up the hill". If mobility not a challenge, the steps are fine.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peurto Vallarta getaway
Lovely hacienda with a great view of the old town. All the amenities including a nice pool. We got our exercise going up and down the stairs to eat and explore in the local neighbourhood and beyond. Lots to do there. It was a very nice vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Chris B.

Nice view, spacious
Lots of stairs, not great for anyone with mobility issues. Location was also very steep and hard to walk around, Uber was our friend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful space and Effie is amazing
Magical place to stay that is an easy walk down to Zona Romantica. There is a challenging walk back up the stairs, but it’s close by. Effie was lovely and did not speak a ton of English, but communicated well with my very basic Spanish. She offered to wash our clothes toward the fourth day of our trip and did a great job cleaning. There is an envelope for tips for her and the gardener/pool person. There is some construction at the condo nearby, but only during the day. I never noticed it in my room. The fourth bedroom under the stairs does not have air conditioning, but does have a very powerful fan. I was tired enough after each adventure day to not notice, but if you have trouble sleeping without ac, keep that in mind. The pool was clean and well cared for, with plenty of towels for everyone. There were cooking supplies, but we didn’t use them. A large jug of processed water is always full, so we didn’t have to worry about buying water bottles. Overall a great place to stay and I plan to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa, Walkable! Still Construction
This stay was one of our favorites. Effie was so welcoming and very accommodating to us. The place was great! It was perfect for what we needed. It was private and easily accessible to everything. The house's private pool and open windows made it such a different feeling! There is still construction going on next door, no beach naps were taken due to the incessant jack hammers from 9-4 pm. We would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Khadija B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Proper
This was a beautiful property! From the welcoming that came with Margaritas and homemade guacamole and pico de gallo! The spacious open area Wes well kept and clean. The pool was also heated which was a nice surprise for early morning swims. We used the kitchen to cook one meal and everything was readily available in the home to make a steak and potato dinner. The master bedroom was my favorite part of the house but the overall rustic look, the artwork, and endless plants and greenery makes this vacation part of my top 5. Would def stay again and would def recommend. On another note was in constant contact with the owners who made check in and check out seam less. Effie the house keeper was on call for us and the pool maintenance was done once during our stay to ensure chemical levels were up to par. Love this rental!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

June p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Hacienda
Home gives you the sense that you are in a beautiful Hacienda. Lots of tile work, unique art objects, beautiful architectural features. Effie, the housekeeper, welcomes you with margaritas and guacamole. She is a delight! Do have her prepare a meal or more for you. We had the most amazing breakfast and another day we enjoyed a lunch that was absolutely delicious. Homemade tortillas, homemade salsas, birria, quesadillas, all the trimmings, it was really a wonderful experience. The only downside of this beautiful place is that it is on a very steep, narrow cobblestone street. So do plan to use Uber which is very accessible and very reasonable wherever you’re going unless you are a trained athlete, or perhaps a mountain goat. There was some noise from the condominium construction but only a minor distraction in the morning and daytime. This is a lovely property, a very welcoming and wonderful housekeeper, and responsive owners. My family and I enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation
Great property and location
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Saskatchewan, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation!
Casa Libre was a great place to have a family vacation. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. Plus lots of group spaces. It was really nice to have our own pool with a lounge chair for everyone. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. Effie does a great job of keeping the house clean and everything in order, and even did our laundry. She had 6 frozen lime margaritas waiting for us when we arrived complete with salted rims. Plus guacamole, salsa and chips. Perfect snacks for arrival. Effie also found a couple important items we left behind when checking out. Luckily our shuttle was a little late and she got it back to us before we left. Five stars for Effie. Francisco worked hard keeping the yard and pool in order. Always happy and cheerful as he worked. Beautiful yard made you feel like you were the only ones around. Note for future renters. The BBQ uses briquettes which can be purchased at the nearest Oxxo. We had many delicious family BBQ suppers. We would definitely check this property out again for a large group.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Majestic Beach by S., Panama City Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Inside and Out
Really had that old world feel. Loved Effie, the housekeeper. She’s a great cook. Went above and beyond assisting us throughout our stay. The condominium previously mentioned in reviews is near completion. Some noise but not awful. Updated photos are needed to reflect the new view. Much, not all, of the bay is blocked by the condo.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil E., Fanwood, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay in a great location
We had a great time staying here. The property looked even better in person. Lots of space to lounge and the pool was a huge plus. There are a set of stairs (a lot of them) just outside the entrance that leads you right into town. We were a little worried about proximity to restaurants, beach, etc before arriving, but found everything to be a quick walk. You will get a workout with the stairs, but calling an Uber for further locations was really simple. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique hacienda
Casa Libra is such a special property in PV! A real hidden gem not far from all the sights of the romantic zone, but very private and secluded in Alta Vista. Beautiful Mexican style artwork all over the property, almost like a small art museum. The pool is a perfect mix of sun and shade all day. Effie was a great help stocking the house with groceries. She also left us fresh made guacamole, pico, and two pitchers of margaritas to enjoy on our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Roseanne G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Positive criticism and critique for casa dr Libra
This is a beautiful traditional old Hacienda. Initially the neighborhood was questionable but after staying therefore awhile and Walking around we became accustomed to it and felt perfectly safe. The main issue with this property is the extreme deferred maintenance. I took a lot of photographs of upholst try that was stained,dirty, tattered and torn essentially worn out. slip covers should have been replaced, Decorative pillow Covers should have been replaced., Sinks were chipped and worn, Some faucets were completely rusted And one of the faucets had a broken off handle Which made the hot water inaccessible in that particular bathroom. Neither of The bathtubs Had stoppers so bathing was not available. We did buy a stopper for the tub with the jets and left it on the premises. . The other tub was in such poor condition We would not even put our feet in it let alone our entire body. The equepalli furniture was worn and torn And needs to be replaced. Overall the Cleanliness of the kitchen was not up to our standards. The scrolled wrought iron table bases and bed frames Had lots of old dust built up on them and the stack of magazines on the fireplace was so filthy I could write my name On the top of the one on top of the stack. I could go on and on about this as we were all quite taken aback. We felt that for the money they are charging this place should be up to par and it is truly Neglected. At one point we all talked about moving to a different accommodation and asking for our money back. We were happy with the location and proximity to everything we wanted to do and we were very happy with Effie. She was hospitable and help us navigate taxi's My advice for the owners is do a sweep of the premises replace all of the old worn tattered torn and broken items in the home And retain a cleaning service to come in once every quarter to do a deep cleaning of walls ceilings beams windows, fans light fixtures (as there were dead bugs in several of the light fixtures.), the insides of all the drawers and closets. I realize handling the deferred maintenance all at once can be a Costly endeavor but it will make a world of difference for your guests. Right now the house seems untended and uncared for. ThT was a Big disappointment. I would like to add that we have visited port of the art several times and have stayed in various accommodations That we have been thrilled with so that is why this was A true let down.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
We had an excellent time! The house really is even better than the pictures. Great vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glendia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Host
Great property - Effi was amazing! Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family had a great time staying at this lovely home.
The Property was magnificient, Even better than the pictures show!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Andraya C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
If you are looking for a larger property off of the town, this is the place for you! Effie the housekeeper is amazing! She was there on time for check in and check out. As many others have said, there is construction going on across the street. They start around 7:30-12:00ish and then start back from their siesta around 2:00-5:30ish. Honestly it became white noise for our family. Overall, a wonderful property.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply incredible
I can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed this property. The pictures certainly measure up. The communication with the owners was so reassuring and the staff onsite were kind, accommodating, and really made our stay. We can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duncan A., Brooklyn, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than the pictures
Everyone in our group said it...this is the first rental they had stayed at where the place was nicer in person than in the picture. Tons of character and charm. Only downside is you get a workout walking up and down the hill...but good for burning off all those tacos you're bound to eat. Also, Effie the housekeeper was great and cooked us an amazing breakfast one morning.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Edward E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and accomodations
Occupied home with a total of 9 people. I think the highlight to the home was the service received by housekeeper Effie She welcomed us with amazing guacamole and margaritas. A few days later we plannned a bday breakfast with mariachi. She was instrumental in helping us locate an amazing mariachi. she also cooked posole for us and serviced the setup of the meal. The house unfortunately is located to really loud construction. I would recommend brining ear plugs.... The noise was not enough of a deterrent for me to not book again. Please take advantage of the outdoor shower.... Absolutely amazing House is drenched with beautiful plants everywhere and nice pieces of art. Pool was a little high in chlorine.... But didn't stop us from enjoying. Sitting area is a little uncomfortable only please to really lay out and relax is pool beds or your actual bed. The house gets an amazing breeze. Beds were comfortable. We also really enjoyed the separate that two of the rooms had away from the other two rooms. I would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous villa, easy location
Immaculate villa vibes makes the stay at casa libre feel richly lived in! Truly a delight, cannot recommend this property more highly. The hike up the hill can be a lot and there was some very loud unexpected construction first thing in the morning — neither of which can be helped. Taxis are cheap and construction ends eventually! Relax here and take an easy stroll down hill for beach and nightlife. Everything you could need in zona romántica at your doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas H.

Liked: Cleanliness
March 2022 stay
The house is amazing and beautiful. We loved the open air feel with views of the city / bay and all of the beautiful plants. Effie the housekeeper went above and beyond to make sure we we had a nice stay, and cooked an amazing dinner and breakfast for our group. The only 2 downsides of our trip were the construction noise and some of the showers did not drain well. Although we read about the construction noise in previous reviews, we feel this should be called out in the general description / notes of the house until the construction is completed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Evan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Great property, nice pool, close to the romantic zone. Only issue was with there not being great lighting in all the bedrooms and a shower head was broken when we arrived.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house and location!
Charming house and great location. Would be great for groups as everyone has their own space. Outdoor space is wonderful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022