Villa in State of Michoacán
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 5 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this villa rental
Was once Olavaquero, remodel completed October 2022.
Castillo de Arena is a surfers paradise, a romantic getaway, or a place to gather family & friends. Who knew paradise really did have it all?
Guests will arrive at a gated driveway off the Coastal HWY 200, then proceed through the mango orchard, which opens up to the private beachfront oasis, “Castillo de Arena”, the Sand Castle.
With 4 air conditioned King Suites, one being ADA compliant, private beachfront pool, fully equiped chefs kitchen, 2 large lounging areas, & expansive views out every window.
The perfect place for your next getaway, retreat, surf trip, or family celebration.
Featuring a “chefs kitchen” with 3 sinks, ample countertop space, full size fridge, fully stocked utensils & plates. Hire a private chef or enjoy the space to cook your own cuisine. Outdoor bbq & fire pit area, soft sand & shady palapa with hammocks waiting to rock you to sleep. Splash in the private beachfront pool, then head up to the 3rd floor viewing tower for sunrise/sunsets, watching the whales, & taking in the breathtaking views.
Walk the beach to Barra de Nexpa (10-15min) for basic necessities & quaint beach front restaurants. At the Nexpa rivermouth you can splash and enjoy the warm water, a great spot to hangout & watch surfers ride the world class waves of Rio Nexpa. Afterwards, take some shade & sip a fresh fruit smoothie or a Modelo under a palapa restaraunt operated by one of the local families. Nexpa has surfers & travelers from around the world come to stay and enjoy the waves. Or head in the opposite direction, towards the cliff and explore the private beach, where you will find driftwood sculptures & treasures.
Drive to the thriving seaside town of Caleta de Campos (6km) for an array of groceries, restaurants, shopping, & the amazing swimming bay of Bahia Bufadora. Fresh seafood, delicious drinks & inviting waters surrounded by beautiful cliffsides. The town is family friendly, with a beautiful plaza & a rich local culture.
Castillo de Arena —
4 King suites with AC, 2 half baths, 3 outdoor showers
Ground floor
“Hummingbird Room” > Ground floor ADA compliant 1 King Bed, 1 Twin daybed, AC, walk in shower, pool & ocean views
Second Floor
“Sea Turtle Room” >1 King Bed, 1 Twin daybed, AC, private balcony, walk in shower, ocean, sunset & cliffside views.
“Jellyfish Room” >1 King Bed, AC, private balcony, walk in shower, ocean, sunrise & surf views.
“Butterfly Room” >1 King Bed, 4 Twin beds as Bunkbeds, AC, walk in shower, mountain & sunset views.
Community space offers 5 twin size daybeds. Free wifi for guests. Onsite property manager. Daily bedmaking & floor sweeping provided.
If this sounds like your version of paradise, book now!
We are always happy to answer questions, please do not hesitate to reach out for help with airport transportation, special requests, & booking events.
The beach awaits you…
3hr North of ZIH/Ixtapa 2hrs North of Saladita 1.5hrs North of Playa Azul 2.5hrs South of La Ticla
Castillo de Arena is a surfers paradise, a romantic getaway, or a place to gather family & friends. Who knew paradise really did have it all?
Guests will arrive at a gated driveway off the Coastal HWY 200, then proceed through the mango orchard, which opens up to the private beachfront oasis, “Castillo de Arena”, the Sand Castle.
With 4 air conditioned King Suites, one being ADA compliant, private beachfront pool, fully equiped chefs kitchen, 2 large lounging areas, & expansive views out every window.
The perfect place for your next getaway, retreat, surf trip, or family celebration.
Featuring a “chefs kitchen” with 3 sinks, ample countertop space, full size fridge, fully stocked utensils & plates. Hire a private chef or enjoy the space to cook your own cuisine. Outdoor bbq & fire pit area, soft sand & shady palapa with hammocks waiting to rock you to sleep. Splash in the private beachfront pool, then head up to the 3rd floor viewing tower for sunrise/sunsets, watching the whales, & taking in the breathtaking views.
Walk the beach to Barra de Nexpa (10-15min) for basic necessities & quaint beach front restaurants. At the Nexpa rivermouth you can splash and enjoy the warm water, a great spot to hangout & watch surfers ride the world class waves of Rio Nexpa. Afterwards, take some shade & sip a fresh fruit smoothie or a Modelo under a palapa restaraunt operated by one of the local families. Nexpa has surfers & travelers from around the world come to stay and enjoy the waves. Or head in the opposite direction, towards the cliff and explore the private beach, where you will find driftwood sculptures & treasures.
Drive to the thriving seaside town of Caleta de Campos (6km) for an array of groceries, restaurants, shopping, & the amazing swimming bay of Bahia Bufadora. Fresh seafood, delicious drinks & inviting waters surrounded by beautiful cliffsides. The town is family friendly, with a beautiful plaza & a rich local culture.
Castillo de Arena —
4 King suites with AC, 2 half baths, 3 outdoor showers
Ground floor
“Hummingbird Room” > Ground floor ADA compliant 1 King Bed, 1 Twin daybed, AC, walk in shower, pool & ocean views
Second Floor
“Sea Turtle Room” >1 King Bed, 1 Twin daybed, AC, private balcony, walk in shower, ocean, sunset & cliffside views.
“Jellyfish Room” >1 King Bed, AC, private balcony, walk in shower, ocean, sunrise & surf views.
“Butterfly Room” >1 King Bed, 4 Twin beds as Bunkbeds, AC, walk in shower, mountain & sunset views.
Community space offers 5 twin size daybeds. Free wifi for guests. Onsite property manager. Daily bedmaking & floor sweeping provided.
If this sounds like your version of paradise, book now!
We are always happy to answer questions, please do not hesitate to reach out for help with airport transportation, special requests, & booking events.
The beach awaits you…
3hr North of ZIH/Ixtapa 2hrs North of Saladita 1.5hrs North of Playa Azul 2.5hrs South of La Ticla
Amenities at Beachfront, AC, Pool, Surf Rio Nexpa, Caleta de Campos, Turtle & Whale Watching
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of State of Michoacán
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviewsOlavaquero offers a perfect surf vacation with spacious accommodations, amazing views, attentive caretakers, delicious meals, and a variety of surf spots nearby. It's a paradise off the beaten path!
8 / 10Excellent·Jun 2018
Olavaquero is the perfect place to take your family for a peaceful and relaxing surf vacation. From surfing the long lefts at the river mouth to surfing the punchy & peaky shore break right out front, there are many options for you to choose from and all of it is within walking distance from Olavaquero. In fact, you can check the surf out front while laying in your bed! It's a very nice setup to say the least.
The house is huge, well laid out and the pool is awesome. The crows nest (tower) is also nice for checking the surf. What we enjoyed the the most about the house was eating our meals in the downstairs open area where you could literally watch the surf or check out the sunrises/sunsets while you were eating.
Our caretaker Alejandro was a great host and his cooking skills are absolutely amazing. He can cook anything you desire and I promise you will not want to eat at any of the local restaurants once you try his cooking. Whenever we got tired of surfing, he took us to tunnel beach (amazing) and also the local waterfalls which my wife and daughter really enjoyed. My family and I had a hard time saying good bye to Alejandro. We look forward to the day we come back to visit him and Olavaquero.
The owner James was very responsive and he answered all of the questions I asked him....which was plenty. At first, I was a bit nervous about traveling to the area with my family (wife, 4 year old girl) for safety concerns but James reassured me there would be no issues. He was exactly right! We had no safety concerns at all and the people in the area are some of the friendliest people I have ever met in my many travels.
My family and I truly enjoyed our experience at Olvaquero and we will definitely be going back to visit one day in the hear future. I highly recommend this house for anybody seeking a quiet, relaxing yet fun filled time literally off the beaten path.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2018
Great house and great location. Alejandro, caretaker and chef really does make this a wonderful place to stay. He goes out of his way to be very attentive to all our needs. Looking forward to our next stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2017
We really enjoyed our recent stay at Ola Vaquero. The house is in a great location- very close walk down the beach to the waves at Rio Nexpa. The owner was super responsive and helpful and the onsite caretaker and chef Alejandro is phenomenal. He cooked really good local cuisine for a very reasonable price and is a really great guy. Another bonus was the quiver of boards available which allowed us to not have to lug boards down which made travel much easier. Great bang for your buck here. Again, big thanks to James and Alejandro for helping make our trip so easy and fun.
5 / 10·May 2015
If youre looking at this home as a possibility for your surf adventure, I have to warn you that this is not a surf trip. Olavaquero is an experience of a lifetime. Please dont do as I did and wait...A trip here will change your life. It seems incomprehensible that there not be waves to surf at the point, if not world-class as mentioned. Being in warm water, amongst old and new friends, with great waves - would have been enough, but to return to the property itself, I can only reiterate everything that has been said in the other reviews. It is masterfully designed and situated, its so comfortable in the afternoons and at night. You will settle into the rhythms of the area, and it will ruin you for what you thought was a vacation. What I can not express is how wonderful the entire experience is. Watch the Pescadores show you what a fisherman is, by watching the ocean for an hour, then wading casually into 8 liquadora with a hundred pounds of rusty tackle. Then returning to retrieve 5 different species of fish. The best part of Nexpa, however, are the people. You will meet amazing people, in the lineup, on your travels, and most importantly, as your hosts. Manuel and Rebecca and their family are simply wonderful! Your mind will be blown by the food she prepares and by how genuine they are. The home is well appointed with everything you need and the info provided by the owners is just spot-on and the rental process is simple and easy. You will be emotional leaving this place, and you will vow to return, as we will. Thanks so much Pat and Jordan y Muchas, Muchas Gracias Manuel, Rebecca, Yareli y Valeria!
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Top rated by guests
9.8Outstanding
(36 Ratings)
Olavaquero offers a perfect surf vacation with spacious accommodations, amazing views, attentive caretakers, delicious meals, and a variety of surf spots nearby. It's a paradise off the beaten path!
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