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Lake Front Paradise/Nature & Mayan Culture Collide

Lake Front Paradise/Nature & Mayan Culture Collide

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Overview of Lake Front Paradise/Nature & Mayan Culture Collide

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6140 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Santa Cruz la Laguna, Solola
  • Popular LocationMultiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLos Elementos Day Spa12 min walk

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Lake Front Paradise/Nature & Mayan Culture Collide

Nestled in the small highland bay of Paxanax, below the village of Santa Cruz La Laguna, our villa provides tranquility and stunning lakefront views of 3 unsurpassable sentinel volcanoes.

• Open space living area with fire place and fully equipped kitchen with WIFI
• 3 double bedrooms (1 with Queen Bed, 2 with 2 twin beds). 1 bathroom with bathtub.
• Exterior stairs lead you to the Master bedroom with uninterrupted tree-top views of the lake and the volcanoes.
• A large front terrace with hammock & with lake views used as eating/recreational area doubles the size of the house
• WIFI, a book library, DVD's, wooden floors, fireplace and views to die for
• Lake front garden filled with tropical flowers and fruit trees
• A private dock available for sunbathing, or to take long cool swims
• Public lancha (boat) goes back and forth every half hour or hour or let us arrange a private boat
• enjoy paradise while you rock in the hammock to the rhythm of the waves.
• Fresh groceries can be purchased in Panajachel every day or at La Iguana Perdida at their Saturday’s fresh farmers market
• Lake Atitlan provides a multitude of interesting daily tours and activities around the Mayan villages (see our manual)
• Yoga Classes, massages and other therapies are available nearby at Villa Sumaya

We will send you an email a week before arrival with a code for the lockbox by the front door where we keep the house key. Flor can arrange your pick up to take you to our Villa. You have access to the whole house. Mi casa, Tu Casa :)

• Our manager, Flor, in Antigua, is just an email/phone call away.
• Our caretaker, Santos will be close by too to help you rent kayaks or get more bottled drinking water.
• We provide you with a list on favorite day trips, restaurants and walks etc... and also tips for "off the beaten path" travel.

If you’re looking for a "different and authentic" vacation experience, Casa Paxanax is your perfect option. Located on the shores of famous Lake Atitlan. Santa Cruz is an authentic Mayan village, which is situated at the top of the hill, from where the house is located. Feel free and safe to walk around. If you are interested in Mayan culture, this is a must! There are several nearby bars/restaurants within walking distance to connect with other fellow travelers.

In the village, get around by walking to any of the nearby restaurants/bars or retreat centers. Santa Cruz is a 15 minute boat-ride away from the main town of Panajachel, but situated close to several bars and restaurants for easy access to entertainment and meeting other fellow travelers. Otherwise, you can always take a boat to one of the nearby villages to explore the lake!

• The home is located a short boat ride away from Panajachel. The public boats run daily, leaving every half an hour from 6am to 6:30 pm (cost is 10-15Q ($1.50-$2.00 per person).
• We can also arrange a private boat for you from Pana, (cost around $25)
• You will need to park your car in Panajachel, by the dock Kayucos Marina private packing. The cost is Q75/night.
• Shuttle service or Uber is also another way to arrive from Antigua, Xela or the City to Panajachel. We can help you organize your shuttle.
* For shorter term rentals, there is NO DEPOSIT.
* Utility bills for short term lets are included in the price quoted. For longer term rentals of 3 weeks or more, they are extra.
* It is understood that the house is located right on the lake front in a beautiful and remote part of Guatemala, only accessible by boat. It is paradise, but the terrain can be a bit rocky, so it is NOT SUITABLE for people who are not in good physical health.
* For longer term rentals, the security/damage deposit will be refunded within 20 days from termination of this agreement provided that Guest abides by all terms of this agreement. The damage deposit is to cover breakages and outstanding utility bills in longer term rentals. (So far we have not had to make any deductions for breakages, as we do not include small items, such as plates etc...)
* Well behaved Pets may be allowed - Please enquire with to the House Manager. An additional deposit may be charged.
* In the event of cancellation, a FULL REFUND of rental fees and security deposit may be made dependent on Owner's ability to rent to other parties for the specified rental period.
* I agree to have no more than people than those whose details have been included on the reservation for occupancy.
* CLEANING- We are following COVID 19 suggested regulations. Should you prefer not to have the house cleaned daily (Monday to Friday), to avoid contact with the cleaner, please let us know
* There is no parking on the premises. All cars must be parked close to the dock, from where you need to get a boat to the house which takes around 15 mins.
* I agree to keep the house locked when the house is empty.
* All pet owners shall clean up after their pets
* Residents and guests shall maintain a reasonable level of volume from music, vehicles, pets and day to day activities.
* This agreement shall not be assigned, nor the premises sublet without the written consent of the owner or his agents.
* I will maintain this property in as good condition as I find it and agree to replace or pay for any loss, or damage to the satisfaction of the owner.
* I agree that no occupants will smoke within the house. Smoking is allowed in outdoor areas.
* It is understood and agreed that owner of said premises will not be liable for any damages or injury to Guest or other occupants and their property from whatever cause arising from the occupancy of said premises.
* I agree to vacate said premises upon the termination of this agreement at the hour and date shown above. (Should you need some extra time to check out, we will do our best to accommodate you)
* Upon payment for the property & accepted by owner, this shall constitute a Legal Rental Agreement.

Property manager

Flor Garcia
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Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

About the area

Santa Cruz La Laguna

Located in Santa Cruz La Laguna, this chalet is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tzantizotz Nature Reserve and Cerro Tzankujil, while La Galeria and Pintando Santa Catarina Palopó are cultural highlights.

What's nearby

  • Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin - 1 min walk
  • Los Elementos Day Spa - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante El Atitlan - 30 min drive
  • Delhi 6 - 28 min drive
  • Sunset Bar - 29 min drive
  • Restaurante el chaparral - 28 min drive
  • The Little Spoon - 29 min drive

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible spot!
This house is perfect. Stunning, well-maintained gardens, private dock, comfortable beds. Couldn’t ask for anything better!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elvira Del

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little piece of paradise
The property and the view were absolutely amazing. The contact with Flor could not have been better and she made the trip from Antigua to Santa Cruz super easy by recommending a great driver and boat pick up. I will say to prepare to lose power at least for a little while. We lost it for 24 Hours, but it sounds like that length of time was pretty uncommon. The property and the people we encountered were all amazing. Would definitely recommend it and return.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ferdinand A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazingly unique!
This property and location is amazing! My favorite place sit and take it all in was on the hammock on the front porch! The view off the porch is to die for! Flor and her team did an amazing job communicating with us and making sure we felt special. I thoroughly enjoyed the culture on the lake and everyone on the lake was friendly!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

jason m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and cute little house
Had some bad luck here with electricity being out first night but owner was great to work with and the house is right on the water and close to Panajachel which will be your main hub while staying there. Note that staying here you will take a boat everywhere and public boats just run til 6pm and private boats are expensive so plan to have some chill evenings in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Flor Garcia

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From Britain, but spent my entire adult life in Guatemala, working in the tourism industry. I am now living in the Twin Cities, and trained as an addiction counselor. Very much miss Guatemala, but Paola, our lovely House manager is onsite to help you with one of our rentals. Do give me a call.... I appreciate any opportunity to be able to talk about Guatemala...the land of eternal Spring.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property in 2000, not expecting to live there, but to have the perfect retreat home for weekends. Circumstances changed, and we ended up living in this home for 5 years. Due to my studies, I rent the home out. If you love it half as much as we did living there, you will be happy!

What makes this property unique

The house is situated right on the shores of Lake Atitlan, and is really very peaceful. Nearby, you will enjoy the benefits of a few local restaurants, where it is fun to meet fellow travelers!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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