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Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6232 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views!

A new, modern and luxury home nestled into the mountainside, with breathtaking panoramic views across the natural paradise of Lake Atitlan. This three-story home has been born out of creative collaboration and is a perfect high-grade stay for families and groups of up to six people.

Blue Sky features a soaring 30-foot high wooden vaulted ceiling, a wall of windows inviting in the views and natural light, a Mayan sauna and unique interior decor.

Just a 5 minute walk down to the village center!

Blue Sky is a family-owned private residence with beautiful gardens, surrounded by trees and high fencing for enhanced privacy and security. The spaces to be enjoyed within this incredible property are spread across the three levels of the house and the outdoors:

MAIN FLOOR: Entrance, open-plan Kitchen, Breakfast Bar and Dining area, understairs Bathroom, Master Bedroom with four-poster king size bed and full ensuite bathroom with bathtub.

UPPER LEVEL: Living Room/Chillout area with stone fireplace, large flat screen internet-connected Smart TV, couches, love seat, balcony and spectacular views of the lake and volcanoes.

LOWER LEVEL: Two Bedrooms with queen size beds and a full ensuite bathroom connecting the two rooms.

OUTDOORS: Beautiful gardens and relaxation space, Outdoor Dining area, Temazcal (Mayan Sauna) and stand-alone laundry room with washer and dryer.

San Marcos La Laguna is a small Mayan village along the shores of Lake Atitlan, which receives an all year round spring-like climate. This very special place is also home to an eclectic foreign community and attracts a flow of tourists from all corners of the world.

Blue Sky luxury home is just a 5 minute stroll to the village center and top restaurants, cafes, shops and yoga classes. You can find fresh fruits, vegetables and flowers at the local shops everyday.

Head down to the lake and the Tzankujil Nature Reserve for a swim, nature walk and to hire kayaks. A fabulous way to enjoy and explore the lake!

For travel on the lake, hop on a public boat to visit the neighboring villages. Private boat hire is also available should you wish to arrange a personal tour.

Arriving to the lake is approximately a 4-5 hour drive from the airport and Guatemala City. The best transport options are private taxis and shuttle buses.

SERVICES INCLUDED:

Nighttime Security Guard (optional at no charge upon your request)- To stay at the property during nighttime. Our security guard has a private room and bathroom situated on the lower level of the house with independent entrance and no access inside the house.

Cleaning (optional at additional charge) - At your request, a local housecleaner will attend to the cleaning of the house for 2 hours per day and will change the linens regularly.

Gardener - Our local gardener attends the beautiful gardens of the house, generally on Mon-Fri from 8AM - 4PM.


EXTRA SERVICES:

During your stay at Blue Sky, we can offer you the following services upon request (extra charge):

In-house chef- Local chef available to buy and prepare your meals in-home, per the menu selections that can be found in the kitchen.
Temazcal (Sauna) - We can prepare the wood-fired Mayan sauna for you.
Transport - Arrange transportation to/from the airport or Antigua.
Cacao Tour - Visit local Mayan single mothers producing ceremonial-grade cacao for Maya Moon Cacao. Cacao is available for purchase at your request.
Tours - Visit other beautiful and interesting locations around the lake and across Guatemala.


PROPERTY CREDITS:
Blue Sky has been designed, constructed and decorated by a team of talented and experienced artisans. We give special thanks to these local and international creators:

Your host Maura Sacach (San Marcos La Laguna/USA) and her husband Wayt King (USA) - Owner & Visionary.

Michel Sansonnens (Switzerland) - Architect & Contractor, with 30 years living in San Marcos La Laguna.

Alicia Lima (Guatemala) - Interior Decorator; a passionate artist inspired by her international travels.

Bartolo Sacach (San Marcos La Laguna) - Carpenter, proud craftsman of all the high quality wood work, including the immense vaulted ceiling and the beautiful dining room table/chairs.

Lucas Chiyal (San Marcos La Laguna) - Blacksmith, amazing work and creations in wrought iron throughout the home.

Jacobo Sacach (San Marcos La Laguna) - Project Manager, coordinating all of the construction work and furniture building throughout the house and garden; creator of the wood-fired Mayan sauna.

Carlos Sancoy (San Marcos La Laguna) - Carpenter & Project Assistant, a local family man and solid member of the Blue Sky team. Carlos gifted us with his precision and eye for detail in all of his work, including the crafting of the ornate wood design for the impressive entrance gates.

Ricardo Mendoza, Mayab Batz'ib'al (San Juan La Laguna) - Textile Artisan, creative visionary working with naturally-dyed organic cotton to hand-craft unique soft furnishings, such as the great lampshade masterpiece.

Property manager

Maura Sacach

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2500 sq ft (232 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
San Marcos La Laguna, Sololá Department

What's nearby

  • Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Atitlán - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Cerro Tzankujil - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Church of Saint Peter - 14 min drive - 9.0 km
  • San Pedro Volcano - 18 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffee San Juan - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circles - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Alegre Pub - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sublime - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Moonfish Express - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin and Lake Atitlán. Cerro Tzankujil and Church of Saint Peter are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Dramatic new home, close to center with stunning views! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house with great view and host!
Stayed here with my family as we explored Lake Atitlan. It's truly an amazing house with views of the volcanos and lake. Communication with the host was easy and prompt. Two things to note: There are stairs (~3 stories) required to get up to the house. This was not an issue for us, but it would be very difficult for physically impaired guests. The second was that their was no AC in the house, only fans. The weather was nice enough where this was not a problem. I noticed this with other listings I've stayed in in Guatemala, and believe that it's because the websites don't have an option for fans, so the feature is listed as AC.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Blue Sky
Blue Sky is pure serenity. A beautiful nest in a magical garden. Everything about Blue Sky is delightful, especially Maura, Marce, and Jose who assisted my family daily with our wonderful 9 day stay… from cooking, preparing food, sauna, car rides/tours, cleaning. Pure joy. Thank you with all my heart, would love to return to Blue Sky. Xx
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Carly

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This home is absolutely gorgeous. The stunning floor to ceiling windows let in natural light and a beautiful view of the lake. The only reason for 4 stars over 5 is that we found the beds to be too firm for our comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Special Property in a Lake-Village Setting
This property is all it is advertised to be and is situated in the midst of all-aspects of village life. The pictures on the site do a nice job of capturing the splendid views and open floor plan of the home. If anything, the windows open more than you might imagine to lessen the distance between inside and outside. The arrangements and execution of two dinners and one breakfast prepared for us in the home were highlights of our four days there. If you have not stayed in a small village before, know that the roosters and dogs will make their presence known at various times of the day or night. Likewise, we were not expecting village-wide music and a couple of town meetings to complete our authentic and immersive village experience. On reflection, this is real village living, not primarily a tourist setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022