Villa rental in Playa Las Tortugas / Turtle Beach, Mexican Riviera - Villa Michelle at Playa Las Tortugas, Tropical Sunshine and Warm Soft Sand - Property 177757

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The Setting: “The next morning, about 15 miles down the coast, I find my Shangri-La, the place I could recommend without reservation or caveat. I almost miss it as I vacillate about whether to follow a dirt road because of a sign that simply states Playa Las Tortugas.” The Washington Post .......... Imagine a setting with miles of sandy beach, tropical warm waters, clear blue skies, coconut palms, deluxe villas, exotic birds, sea turtles, natural beauty, tranquility, colorful sunsets, starry nights, and one of the most favorable climates in the world. .......... The beach front villas at Playa Las Tortugas provide a peaceful romantic setting for an easy-going tropical vacation at a destination of unspoiled beauty. Whether you surf, swim, kayak, ride horses, help save baby sea turtles, or just relax, at our eco-friendly destination you can experience the beach vacation of your dreams.

Activities: “Each day, I would ride a boogie board in the perfect surf, kayak the pristine estuary that borders the property, do a little birding or horseback riding, and tour by car and foot the scenic Sierra mountains. Then, about 9 p.m. each of the three nights I was there, I’d walk a few hundred yards from my villa to the research station. There, I worked alongside trained staff, spotting nesting turtles, then digging up the eggs for incubation..” The Washington Post March 5, 2006 ......... At Playa Las Tortugas you can pursue a wide variety of activities, or simply relax—it’s up to you. Choose activities just outside your door or adventure out for whale watching, splashing in a waterfall, climbing a volcano, and more. From yoga and massages to surfing and fishing, it’s all here for you.

Environmentally Friendly: 'It's an idyllic spot for eco-loving families, located at the end of 11 miles of pristine white-sand beach, between the beach and an 1,100-acre salt-water tidal estuary that 's home to more than two dozen species of birds including herons, egrets, pelicans, and storks.' The Sunday Republican, Springfield, MA. .......... “A residential development dedicated to environmentally conscious living”. ~ Robb Report Vacation Homes .......... “In the future our main concern will no longer be can we travel to every place on earth. Our main interest will be that it is worthwhile arriving there.” (Herman Lons, 1908)

Golf: The closest golf courses are at Tepic (about 1 hour 15 minutes) where you can play all day for about $40 USD while your family enjoys the swimming pools and tennis courts of this local country club, and the 'Flamingo' (about 1 hour 40 minutes) towards Puerto Vallarta, There are a number of courses around Vallarta including a Jack Nicklaus course at the Punta Mita Four Seasons.

Other Activities: Wave-surfing in the kayaks or on boogie boards, Canoeing and Birdwatching in the calm waters of the estuary, Sea Turtle Conservation.

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