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Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break

Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break

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The Spanish style entrance gate to our house in Lomas Del Lago.
An elevated view of our house, Lake Chapala and the mountains .
The house has 2 car ports and one is available.
A side by side clothes washer and dryer are behind the 2 doors on the right.
The front entrance with security grid and screen  leading to kitchen.

Overview of Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4203 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Unknown, JAL
  • Popular LocationChurch of Ajijic11 min walk
  • Popular LocationAjijic Malecón16 min walk
  • Popular LocationLaguna Shopping Centre2 min drive
  • AirportGuadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.)40 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break

HIGHLIGHTS:
- THIS IS MY WELL EQUIPPED PRIVATE HOME
- BRIGHT, COMFORTABLY FURNISHED
- BUNGALOW IN CONDOMINIUM, NICE GARDEN
- SECURE WITH GATED ENTRY
- WALKING DISTANCE TO EVERYTHING
For full details read description below:

Casa Frank is our Mexican home, not just a rental property. This 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom detached house with den is fully equipped for a comfortable stay. The house is in Ajijic on Lake Chapala, 30 miles south of Guadalajara,, in a secure gated community of 30 houses. It is an easy (10 minute) walk to Ajijic plaza (village square) and the amenities of Ajijic.

The house is bright, faces south and has a delightful garden, sun deck and a Mexican umbrella tree providing dappled shade. The covered patio is large for dining, lounging and BBQing. The house has both lake and mountain views. A heated (82oF) pool and hot tub are located at the community centre 50 yards down the street. Owners have the occasional no-host potluck get together on a Friday to catch up on the news, and welcome newcomers.

The house has a 2 car covered port, with one space being available for your car if you drive to the house. If you don't have a car, walking is the normal way of getting around in Ajijic. If you go grocery shopping at Walmart or SuperLake in the neighbouring village of San Antonio Tlayacapan without a car, a bus ride costs 5 pesos (33 UScents) and a taxi 60 pesos (3.3 USD), all very inexpensive.

As to restaurants, the Lake Chapala tourist guide listed 56 restaurants at last look ! Not many offer only Mexican dishes, so North American dishes are readily available. Mexican cooks do a great job on traditional North American dishes. Quite a few restaurants have one day a week that they offer a special, price and dish and these are very popular so an advance reservation is advisable.

Expats at lakeside enjoy a very rich intellectual and artistic life. The local centre of events for expats is the Lake Chapala Society. Events include local theatre, viva Musica outings to. Guadalajara to see opera, concerts broadcast from New York and London. There are 3 local theatres with shows put on regularly at the Little Theatre, the Naked Stage and Bravo, using local talent of which there is plenty. Participate ! I do.

Expats at Lake Chapala are a friendly and interesting lot. The majority are Canadians and Americans who have ended up in Ajijic after having had diverse interesting lives and want to live in a place that offers a 12 month enjoyable life, and a very agreeable climate. Lake Chapala has the top rated year round climate in the world.

PLEASE NOTE: Contrary to the rental rate shown in the Rate section of this listing, the house is rented in equivalent US Dollars not Canadian Dollars. All real estate transactions, whether buying or renting in this area, are transacted in US Dollars The current summer rental rate is USD 1200 per month.
PLEASE NOTE: Your booking is not firm with me until I have received 2 satisfactory rent references preferably at Lakeside Chapala and you have signed and accepted my rental agreement. I can send my rental agreement to you by email.

Property manager

owner/property manager Frank Watson
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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 11:00 AM
Check out before 2:00 PM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Once the lease is signed, you will be dealing with my Mexican rental agent. The agent has and will show you documentation which includes: 1) a house information sheet on how to enter the property, how to operate various equipment. 2) house inventory 3) a copy of the latest homeowners handbook that govern living in a condominium.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ajijic

Located in Chapala, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Monte Coxala Spa and Chula Vista Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Chapala and Sierra De San Juan Cosala. Kayaking and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Unknown, JAL

What's nearby

  • Church of Ajijic - 11 min walk
  • Ajijic Malecón - 16 min walk
  • Laguna Shopping Centre - 2 min drive
  • Chula Vista Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Chapala Malecon - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Guadalajara, Jalisco (GDL-Don Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Donas Donuts Ajijic - 5 min walk
  • Baja Norte Food Bar - 6 min walk
  • Bistro Scallion Ajijic carretera poniente 58 - 10 min walk
  • Alex's Pasta Bar - 10 min walk
  • Min Wah - 1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break have a pool?

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

Is Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break?

Checkout is at 2:00 PM.

Where is Tired Of The Summer Heat ? Casa Frank In Ajijic, Mexico Will Be A Welcome Break located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sierra De San Juan Cosala and Ajijic Malecón. Lake Chapala is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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About the host

Hosted by owner/property manager Frank Watson

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I was born a Brit, lived 19 years in South Africa, brought my family to Canada, first visited Ajijic in 1995 and decided one day I would spend my winters here. I grew tired of renting under-equipped properties each year, I found this house in the condo I wanted to live in and bought it.

An engineer by training and a long time traveller starting with hitchhiking around Southern Africa and back to England after university.

Why they chose this property

This house suits my needs perfectly as to size, features, location and of course climate.

What makes this property unique

A gated community condo is of course secure. The previous owner of my house made doubly sure by adding slidable and lockable steel grids so that you need a welding torch to break in. Probably unnecessary but we do you use them when we leave the house.
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