Welcome to Hacienda De Grijalva, an elegant single family home with 2 levels, 3 bedrooms (sleeps 6), 4 full bathrooms, tile floors throughout and is completely furnished with all the comforts of home! Traveling on a budget? You won't find any hotel cheaper plus save money on eating out!
This amazing home has 24hr security, custom murals in every room, and maps for self guided day trips to local attractions with detailed instructions on how to get there, what to do there, and how to get home! So even if you don't speak the language, you can have an exciting, and fun filled vacation experience in Guatemala. REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT equivalent to rental fees & signed rental agreement required (See rental procedure below).
Local Attractions: Lake Amatitlan and Santa Terresita Spa (A MUST DO), Volcano Pacaya, Antigua, Auto Marisco (water park), Auto Safari Chapin (zoo), beaches (Puerto San Jose and Monterrico) and downtown Guatemala (tour the President's home, shop in Mercado Central or tour 6th Avenue statues and fountains).
KITCHEN: Fully furnished with everything you need to enjoy cooking and dining in. See full description below.
The property is located in Palin, Escuintla Guatemala and is close to many of Guatemala's best tourists attractions, two of which, you don't even have to leave home to see! From the master bedroom, you can enjoy a view of the Volcan de Aqua, and the Volcan Pacaya from within the community. Millions of tourists come here each year to climb the Volcan Pacaya. This spectacular volcano is located just 10 minutes away! You can climb the Volcano (with a guide) on foot or horseback. Take in the spectacular views as you climb in elevation and see newly forming lava rivers and eruptions.
HOUSE AMENITIES:
Kitchen: stove, refrigerator, plates, cups, strainer, pots & pans, silverware, coffee maker, blender, microwave, stereo with CD player
Living Room: color TV w/cable, DVD player
Dining Room: table with seating for 6
Master Bedroom – queen bed w/sheets, blanket & pillows, walk in closet, clock/stereo, color TV w/cable & DVD player, dressing table
Guest Bedroom – double bed w/sheets, blanket & pillows, dressing table, view of garden
Guest Bedroom – double bed w/sheets, blanket & pillows, closet & private bathroom, view of garden
Laundry Room: Washing machine
Bathrooms: towels & hot water
Garden: outdoor fire chimney & 2 hammocks and propaine grill
COMMUNITY AMENITIES:
Gated community
24 hour Security
Pool
Fountains and gardens
Restaurants
Bank
Grocery stores
Pharmacy
Hair/nail Salon
Butcher shop
Bread shop
Water delivery
Bread delivery
Internet cafe
Playground
Soccer court
Basketball court
Duck pond
LOCAL TOURIST ATTRACTIONS:
Lake Amatitlan, is located just 10 minutes from your Guatemala vacation rental and is a popular tourist attraction that offers boat rides on the lake, lake side restaurants, shopping, sky cars that take you up the mountain to overlook the spectacular view of the lake and surrounding areas, horse rides, parks, and museum. While strolling the streets, it is not unusual to see bands of Mariachis playing traditional Spanish music in the streets and restaurants. Lake Amatitlan also has a huge outdoor Mercado, which has everything from local fruits and vegetables, hand made - typical Guatemalan items, clothing, novelty items, chocolates and sweets. Or, if you are in the mood for a relaxing day at the spa, the famous Santa Terrisita Spa offers hot springs, massages, pools with heated water, facials and much more!
Volcano Pacaya - Millions of tourists come here each year to see this spectacular sight. The Volcano Pacaya is located just 10 minutes away and can be seen at night outside your front door when it is erupting! Climb the Volcano (with a guide) on foot or on horseback. Take in the spectacular views as you climb in elevation and see newly forming lava rivers and eruptions.
Historic Antigua is a short 45 minute drive from your vacation rental where you can visit ancient churches, ruins, parks & fountains, shopping, restaurants, spas, and take a horse and buggy ride. Visit all the best shops and find treasures only found in Guatemala. Experience the rich, colorful culture of Antigua as you walk the cobblestone streets of this magnificent, ancient city.
Puerto San Jose Beach or Monterrico Beach – You've never seen sand like this before – it's black! Puerto San Jose is only about 30 minutes away. The pristine coastline of Monterrico beach is only 2 hours away and offers shopping, nightlife and restaurants.
See more local attractions below!