Such a life-enhancing stay; maybe life-changing when one realizes one is so much healthier and happier here! For now it is most important to say thank you for the vision and determination it has taken to make this by far the nicest, best place in town. – Alan April 2024
Nice place to chill!! I know the house is beautiful, the views from there are stunning and every detail in the kitchen is amazing but for me the real place was The Pool, I really enjoyed being there with my beer. Cheers!! – Hugo August 2023
Casa Piedra Del Mar was wonderful. It is very comfortable and accurately described. Very enchanting. – Elizabeth March 2023
Beautiful place, and Arturo was always aware of my needs, I felt at home. I felt at home. The place is very peaceful and has a beautiful panoramic view, the starry night is appreciated. Fantastic… – Gustavo Feb 2023
Many STRs now are sterile boring boxes lacking any charm, John’s home couldn’t be more opposite, combining warm beautiful colors, art and comfortable furnishings. You could literally spend days taking in the view from the huge open window across from built in sofa or one of the traditional equipaje chairs, that’s if you ever leave your hammock on the shady roof top overlooking the ocean. The area is quiet which frankly is unusual in many Mexican beach towns. La Manzanilla offers plenty of great dining options and be sure to take in the crocodile 🐊 sanctuary. -Holly February 2023
This house was undoubtedly better than the photos! Stunning views from every level, easy to walk down into town, great design and functionality. I definitely plan to return 🙂 – Trevor December 2022
We loved this accommodation and would rent it again anytime. Uniquely designed on the hillside with fantastic views through the huge full opening window, making the living space an open balcony above the village. Wonderfully furnished and designed with many small details, exactly as shown in John’s photos and from his description. Quiet and very private despite second house on property. Good to ventilate and cool with fresh breezes. We left our small rental car in the village. We are almost 70 but the multiple daily walk down and up was well doable for us despite the incline and the many steps on the property. Communication with John was great. His property manager Arturo helped us transport our luggage up and down. Communication with him was also great and he is a very nice person. Thanks to John and Arturo for our wonderful 10 days in April. – Bernhard April 2021
“We have stayed here for many years and it is a very special home and grounds with a few of the bay from every room in the house including the bathrooms!” Dorinda Ennis – Aug 2016 Casa Piedra del Mar.
“An absolutely beautiful home and place to stay. This was one of the best vacations ever.”Bill Robertson – Feb 2016 Casa Piedra del Mar.
“Hi John, just want to let you know, Zeke and I are in your home and it is just perfect. I got teary eyed walking in the door. It is just like your pictures! Juani was so sweet and we are in heaven. Thank you so much in advance. Hope you had great holiday and new year.” – Jan 5, 2015. Susan -Casa Piedra del Mar.
“The walk to and from Casa Piedra Del Mar is a grounding part of being here. The handmade tile stairwells lead to the many levels of carefully chosen artisan and local touches that add a true Mexican feel to every space. Most often, if we are hot or just tired from long walks on the beach, a stop and plunge in the cool infinity pool is almost better than our nightly margarita!
You can feel the thoughtfulness of John and Gus. This is their home, it feels like they really love being here, but also to share it with others(like me!).The kitchen is well equipped for a little cooking, though the restaurants in town are wonderful and diverse. Bedding invites restful nights. There is a genuine feel of respect for community and love of Mexican artists everywhere you look. I barely want to leave and find the peace I long for right here.Everyone who visits spends hours in front of the gorgeous giant window where wild parrots and birds greet the day. The twinkle of lights and the best seats for the expansive sunset are right here and yours in this beautiful casita.I love La Manzanilla and have stayed in numerous places. For me, Nothing compares to Casa Piedra del Mar. I’m already checking open dates/flights so I can return to this very beautiful place. Gracias❤️” Jan 2019, Jesse
“Those pictures of a now far away luxurious paradise make such a contrast with the snow landscape around me…Thanks to YOU, you were a perfect host, so dedicated and sensitive, we loved your place” – Dec 22, 2014. Monique Proulx, Author, Montreal Canada- Casita Driftwood
“From the time we arrived to the time we left we had a great experience staying at this truly AMAZING home… The views of the ocean, sunset, moon, and surrounding hills from almost every room in the house were unforgettable. We took advantage of the fully equipped kitchen and had many meals on the outdoor terrace. This home is a real GEM!! The master bedroom ceiling was one of my favorite architectural details. A big thank you to John for his warm hospitality… we hope to go back soon!!”- Alina Villa -Nov 2011, Vancouver B.C.
“I value privacy as a luxury, and Casa Piedra is luxurious in that regard. It’s architecturally stunning, the beds are comfortable and the view is fantastic through the huge front window that affords a vista of the town and bay below. One never tires of watching those indigo-coloured bluebirds (of happiness) flitting in the treetops. And the house is sufficiently removed from barking dogs, roosters and car noises for restful sleeps, yet you can still hear the murmour of the surf in the distance. There’s a safe place to park a car, a few adjoining villas on the hillside so one isn’t completely isolated, but you walk into town in ten minutes. The place is modern, with plenty of electrical outlets, an efficient internet connection, and two bathrooms, but it’s also unpretentious, comfortable and artsy. With an address like 8 Frida Kahlo Street, it’s perfect for even just a one-week getaway of sunset watching from the rooftop.”– a Canadian author, Summer 2009
Nothing Like PIEDRA DEL MAR”-Eric Mason – Summer 2010 Palo Alto, CA
“We just wanted to share how much we are enjoying your home in LM, It is so well designed and executed that we are continually amazed. Would love to hear about your process of designing and building if you ever have time. We like the new things you have done to the house. Thanks for getting the chairs for downstairs and the table which is currently in the palapa serving its function well.” -Dorinda Ennis- Virginia Beach VA- Feb 2011
“I stayed at Casa Piedra del Mar in April ’11. It was very nice and views were breathtaking. Drove daily to playa Marimar which is in Mazanillo Colima, it’s only about 1.5 hours away. Totally recommend this home away from home to anyone.”- Jaime Topete-San Jose, CA
“We are really enjoying our home here. Gracias John . It is always the perfect place to hang out with awesome ocean views and a short stroll when one wants to swim or shop. It is always full of fresh air. We have loved the Sunsets as well as watching the moon as well. From the living room window, Veda and Kathleen saw Whales spouting off the other day while I was busy luxuriously enjoying the bath while still having a great view of the bay.” Al Reford-Victoria, BC-Jan 2012