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Hi Marilyn, 

We are back home in Quebec and busy getting ready for the warm weather.

We had a fantastic vacation at Villas Del Sol, the weather there was perfect for the three months we have passed there and everybody at Villas Del Sol made sure that we were like, or better, than at home.

Elaine and Bruce treated us like family and we miss them both. We will recommend to friends and everybody to go and stay at Villas Del Sol ... Service, cleanliness and friendliness is there on a daily basis.

Have a great summer !

Pierre and Gertrude
Gatineau, Quebec, Canada


Hola Marilyn!....Earl and I arrived home safe and sound from a truly amazing holiday at Villas del Sol..."in order" barely touches a description of  this treasure in Bucerias.  We absolutely loved our time there and so very much appreciated the hospitality and cleanliness at Villas del Sol, but more, the many kindnesses, laughter and friendships that grew with staff and guests over the month.  This little jewel in the sun provided us with every convenience, from location, amenities, (that pool is beautiful!) and a full 30 days of glorious, non-stop sunshine.

The staff at Villas del Sol are simply the best--friendly, dedicated, efficient and so helpful.  We explored more, saw more and understood much more thanks to their endless patience in answering our many questions about the area, language and culture......thank you Romy, Rosy and Alberto!  Bruce and Elaine, all the best--thanks for your hospitality--you have a beautiful little spot there and we'd love to come back! 

We honestly can't think of a thing that would improve a visit to Villas del Sol, but one little suggestion might be helpful in keeping the villas stocked with wine glasses.  The glass ones are a very nice touch and I (Ann) do like my wine in a  stemmed glass, but acrylic might be more practical.  With all the tile, glass top tables, etc. it was somewhat challenging to keep four glasses in tact for the month!

Thanks again, Marilyn for all your help......we'll be in touch

Ann and Earl
Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada


This was a fabulous vacation!!  Elaine, you and the staff are wonderful and make friends of all your guests. We really relaxed and enjoyed all of Bucerias. 

We’d love to come back and explore more of the area. Thanks again!

Reni and Dean
Kirkland, WA

 
A very pleasant stay.  The apartments are kept very clean, the pool is a delight and the staff are all friendly and helpful. Thanks to Alberto, Romy and Rossi for all your hard work.  Thanks to Elaine for a warm welcome!

Ted and Maureen
Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Thanks so much for a nice time!

Paisley (Age 1) and Caroline
Calgary, Alberta Canada

 
What a nice, clean and comfortable place! Friendly and helpful staff! We had fun!

Thank you Elaine for everything and best of luck to your future new venture here in Mexico!! Your well kept warm pool was thoroughly enjoyed!!

Audry and Al
Kelowna BC Canada


Thank you Bruce and Elaine for your hospitality during our stay at Villas Del Sol. We have thoroughly enjoyed our stay with you. You are very fortunate to have such a wonderful staff.

Ron and Diane
Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, Canada


Marilyn, our vacation at Villas del Sol was fabulous.  Very nice accommodations.  Most friendly staff.  Very helpful, excellent service.  Elaine treats her guests like family and is most accommodating.  Alberto, Romy and Rosy were great.  Always helpful. 

We stayed a month and felt like a family instead of guests when we left.  It was great!  Sure hope we can swing a trip again next year.  Maybe 6 weeks or so. 

Look forward to meeting you next year, if at all possible. 

Jill and Ron
Forest Lake, Minnesota


Hi Marilyn:

I have to say our visit at Villas del Sol was wonderful, although too short!  We've been home for two weeks now and frequently talk about our trip.  Everything was absolutely perfect.  The service, security, staff, the heated pool, complimentary long distance to call home -- all of it was perfect. 

We do hope to return to Villas del Sol, if not next year, the following year.  Thanks again to Elaine, Alberto and Romy.

Kathy and Tilden
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada


Hi Marilyn:

Very good of you to follow up on our vacation at Villas del Sol.   John and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay and only wish we were still there!  Although we've been to Puerto Vallarta four times previously, we had never stayed anywhere outside the downtown Puerto Vallarta area until this last trip.   Bucerias was exactly what we were looking for, and I doubt if we'd go anywhere else in Mexico now.

Elaine was a very friendly and helpful host.  When John's luggage was lost, she didn't hesitate to get on the phone and get some action from WestJet, which he really appreciated.   She was generous with her invitations for pre-dinner appys -- and has a good handle on knowing when to be sociable, and when to just let guests do their own thing.   The complimentary phone calls to Canada & the U.S. were also a nice touch.    Elaine was very sweet to us, and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable.

Villas del Sol itself is a charming place -- clean, bright and convenient.  We felt we received excellent value for the money.  Each of the staff was helpful and friendly and happy to oblige.   We really liked the fact that it is a smaller-sized complex as it made for a friendly relaxed atmosphere, and gave us a chance to get to know several of the other guests.    Also, having the swimming pool set at such a nice temperature was lovely.  We visited friends up in Suyalita who were staying in a beautiful Casa...but they'd never been in their pool once, because they said it was freezing! 

We certainly hope to return to Villas del Sol next winter (for a longer stay) and thanks for letting us know about the loyalty discount.  In this lousy economy, everything helps!

All the best, Marilyn, and thanks for making our last minute booking so easy and convenient!

Annette & John
Courtenay BC Canada


Hi Marilyn,

Ken and I had a wonderful holiday at Villas del Sol.  Elaine and the staff were awesome and we felt at home right away.  The grounds and the rooms were beautiful as well.  It truly was one of our best holidays.  We went as a family reunion group so the setting there was perfect for us.  We all agreed that we would recommend it to all of our friends.

The use of the Satellite phone and the availability of Satellite TV (just to see how lousy the weather was in Canada) were a great bonus. The phone was very convenient for checking on kids at home and bragging about the great weather.

Elaine is a very gracious hostess and we liked her right away.  Romy was terrific and very helpful as well as Alberto who help us learn a bit of Spanish daily.  Great personalities there!!! 

The apartments are a very safe, secure place to stay and we never worried about leaving our rooms for the day with the shutters open. The heated pool was a real bonus as we all know that that is not the norm in a lot of places in Mexico.  We had use of the Villas' boogey boards for the beach and if we wanted, coolers to hold cold drinks. The staff helped us with directions, recommendations for restaurants and taxis, etc.

Those bats are a crazy site to see!  We now have a video of them.

Bucerias is a quaint little town and Villas Del Sol was a great place to stay. We would go back in a heartbeat. Thank you again. You are bookmarked on my favourites.

Vicky and Ken
Westbank BC Canada


Hola Marilyn!   

We were very pleased with our accommodation at Villas Del Sol and would return anytime.  We have been recommending Villas del Sol, especially for families or groups. 

From what Elaine told us they have done did a lot of renovations as the place looked really great. The staff could not have been more
helpful and nice to all of us and they kept the place "ship shape", as the saying goes.

Grant and Doreen
Westbank BC Canada

 


Hola Marilyn!   

After our week in Sayulita we were so relieved to get to Villas del Sol--the pristine, bright and beautifully clean premises were a welcome sight, and our studio suite was very pleasant, with a good bed, good air conditioning, some perks in the fridge, and everything we could wish for.  Bruce and Elaine were excellent hosts, and Romy a delight, especially watching her negotiate some work on an air conditioner between Bruce and the repairman where there was somewhat of a difference in opinion! 

I enjoyed the pool, and we loved the little terrace and the wonderful view from the bonus terrace upstairs.  The only negative there was we felt we were a little far away from the downtown area, for walking (for us), but certainly plenty close to the beach and the bus.  When we were leaving, Bruce called for a taxi to the airport and negotiated the fare for us, which I think was only 150 pesos. 

My sister and her husband were staying at Rancho Banderas with friends, and we were able to go there, and Bruce and Elaine were kind enough to let us all swim when they visited us at Villas.  That was really nice, and I was so pleased to get to visit several times with my sister -- from Milwaukee. They travel a lot and were impressed with Villas del Sol.

Although we tired ourselves out walking around, it was still a fun vacation and I think we both feel refreshed by the experience and inspired now to continue on doing what we do, and hope spring gets here soon. Your info certainly was helpful, and sometime we may go back. Good to hear of the 10% (loyalty) discount.  I have bookmarked your website for future reference.

All the best and thanks for all your help, Marilyn

Marilyn and Pete
Victoria BC Canada


Hola Marilyn!   

Yes, we are back home!   We enjoyed our trip and our stay at Villas del Sol.  Our unit was very nice. The cleaning staff, Romy and Rosie, did a fantastic job.  Alberto, the gardener was great too.  He was always helpful and took time to help us with our Spanish. They are all  truly great.

It was nice to turn on the TV to get news from back home.  Loved to see the bats at dusk as well.  Also, enjoyed the Friday gathering.

Would we like to come back again.....of course! 

Gayle & Tony
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada


Elaine, you should give inn-keeping lessons to other inn-keepers!  You really have done a great job with your "little jewel", Villas del Sol. Your Villas del Sol Family (staff) are great!  We hope to visit with you all again.

Judy and Al
Elma, NY


Thank you, Elaine for your hospitality.  We so much enjoyed everything, but especially the happy hours, the pool , and of course, the staff.  Best wishes for the future.

Pete and Ann
Brentwood Bay BC Canada


Hi Marilyn:

We are back home -- the vacation (unfortunately) finally came to an end!  We had such a great time at Villas del Sol and (probably like most people) we will definitely go back again.  We loved everything about Bucerias and Villas del Sol.  Bruce and Elaine were wonderful as were all the staff. They had a pot luck supper on Christmas Day (they supplied the turkey and guests brought a dish) and while we did not go, it seemed like the guests who did, really enjoyed it.  We had already planned to have our Christmas dinner at "Karen's Place" on the beach.  It was really good.  

The apartment itself was good, and if we were to go back, we would request the same one, Villa #6.   It is a little far from "town", but we liked to walk the beach, so would often walk that way to get to town.  Bruce and Elaine offer their phone at no charge (it is always left on the table outside for anyone to use) which is a nice touch.  The welcome lunch is also nice, since it gave us a chance to eat and relax and check out everything before having to run off for groceries.  Oh, and having the fridge stocked with beer a really good idea!  In fact, we had everything we needed that first day we didn't even go for groceries till the next day.  We just ran up the street for coffee and milk at the OXXO (convenience store). 

We enjoyed our vacation very much.  There are so many great restaurants in Bucerias to choose from, we hardly made a dent in them.  Of course we found ourselves going back to the same one two or three times if we liked it.  We also walked the beach every morning in both directions.

Bucerias is definitely the place for us.  Thanks so much for all your help, the information you provided before our arrival was very helpful.

Margaret, Gord and Sandy
Calgary Alberta Canada

 
Thank you for the great hospitality Bruce, Elaine, Romy, Alberto and Riuvon.  You are all wonderful hosts, you all made our stay that extra special. We look forward to seeing you again soon! Bruce and Elaine, best wishes in your new endeavor. Keep up the amazing work you’re doing!

Andres, Vicente, Sabrina
Guadalajara, Mexico


A much needed re-birth for Villas del Sol!!  The renovations and improvements are great!  Our “little jewel” Rouii (Romy) is still here… and it was absolutely delightful to meet and welcome you, Elaine!  We hope to see you frequently. 

Best of wishes, you’re doing a great job!

The Kitroser Family
Guadalajara, Mexico


My latest trip to Villas Del Sol was fantastic!  I never left Bucerias to go to Puerto Vallarta. 

This was my fourth stay at Villas del Sol.  Romy and staff are wonderful and most attentive to any needs or requests.  Everything is clean, neat, private and peaceful!  Villas Del Sol and Bucerias are top notch! Ask for the special care of onsite massage, manicure, pedicure, day trips etc.  All will be arranged for you

Adam R
Oklahoma City, OK


Hola Marilyn!   

We have just returned from three weeks in Mexico. We had a delightful time as always.

Villas del Sol is a perfect place to stay--safe and quiet.  Romy and the staff are there for anything you might need or just for information about the area. 

We will be back again next year for sure.

Mary and Art
Calgary, AB, Canada


Hola Marilyn!   

We  had the most wonderful time at Villas del Sol with our kids and grandson. Villas del Sol was exactly what we needed.  We met some wonderful guests and the staff were remarkable hosts and delightful company.   Always engaging, curious and helpful.

Our five year old grandson still cock-a-doodle-doos in the mornings to see who's up and to say "Beunos Dias".  He still is amazed with the evening bat show and the iguana that lives next door in the drain pipe!  :)  It was fun with lots of great moments!

Angie and I would like to come back for Christmas and would be interested in the studio or the same apartment but may not be able to confirm until later in the fall.

We will be in touch.  Thanks again for everything!

Bryan and Angie
Winnipeg, MB, Canada

Jason, Tasha and Aiden
Calgary, AB, Canada


Hello Marilyn:

We had an excellent time at Villas del Sol but wished we had stayed longer.  We plan to spend more time next year--depending on when our children can join us.

Please give our thanks and best regards to Romy and the other staff.

Jacques, France and Family
Quebec City, PQ, Canada


Hello Marilyn:

We totally enjoyed our vacation!  Romy and Felipe were soooo friendly and helpful--made our trip so enjoyable--for sure!  We met another couple from Vernon BC, staying for five weeks in the Studio Apartment and loved spending time with them every day!  We had a wonderful time with our friends from Delta, BC and that was a great treat as we haven't seen them since their retirement five or six years ago! 

Romy was very helpful--calling restaurants for reservations, arranging for massages to the villa, providing beer, etc.  We enjoyed the bat show every evening around 7:00 PM as well! 

We bussed to La Cruz, San Pancho, Puerto Vallarta and the guys golfed one day at Flamingo Golf Course!  We packed a lot of activities into the short week we had there, but we totally enjoyed every minute of each day!  We arrived home not so well rested as I wanted to see and do as much as possible! 

We have already told friends and people at work about our trip and they are looking into your place for future vacations!!  Thank you sooo much for all the information you provided before our arrival in Puerto Vallarta.  It was very helpful and we were very confident on our arrival as to where we had to catch a cab, destination, etc. especially as we arrived in the middle of the night! 

Keep in touch, I want to go again!!

Sue and Henny
Fort McMurray AB Canada

Debbie and Lawrence
Delta BC Canada


Hola Marilyn and Greetings from Bucerias!

I am enjoying my visit to Bucerias very much and wanted to say "thank you" for all your help in making the reservation at Villas del Sol.  My studio unit is very comfortable and the entire complex is very quiet and an easy walk to the bus on the highway. 

My flight was three hours late arriving in Puerto Vallarta!  Fortunately Mexicana Airlines called Villas del Sol so Filipe was awake when the taxi driver called him for directions to the Villas!  He thought the complex was located at the OTHER end of Francisco Madero--but we found it okay.

Romy is wonderful--she even put out clean towels for everyone on Christmas Day.  She is very conscientious and everyone loves her!  I asked for her help today in getting a taxi to the airport on New Year's Day and she was very helpful.  Your handouts were VERY helpful!

I have truly enjoyed my visit--but the time has gone by quickly!  The weather was not as warm and sunny as I experienced in years past but today and tomorrow are better so I'm definitely going to spend the daylight hours soaking up the sun!

Maybe I can stay here again sometime....certainly will recommend it highly to my friends!

Feliz Ano Nuevo!

Robin
Santa Cruz CA


We enjoyed our month long stay at Villas del Sol, making friends with the other guests here.  It is true when you say "we come as strangers and leave as friends". 

We enjoyed the fresh bananas from the tree.  Romy, Rosie, Felipe and Ben made our stay a pleasant one.  They certainly add to the friendly atmosphere at Villas del Sol. 

Gale & Ron
London, ON, Canada


My holiday at Villas del Sol, relaxing around the pool, enjoying the warm Mexican sun and the beautiful Bucerias Beach, was my best vacation ever! 

I enjoyed meeting Filepe, Ben, Romy and Rosie--all such hard workers and delightful, smiling people.  I'll be back to Mexico!

Shelia
Nanaimo, BC, Canada


Hi Marilyn,

We are in the middle of a blizzard so I am longing for Villas del Sol right now.

The accommodation was great and we had an excellent vacation. We really enjoyed to open air concept and being across from each other meant Ben had lots of space.  The staff there was just great...Romy, Ben and Rosie. We also very much enjoyed chats with John Ed and Linda...such a welcoming place and people.

We will certainly consider Villas del Sol again and will pass the website on to our friends.  Again, a great spot and thanks for your help.

The Crockers
Sherwood Park, AB, Canada


Hello Marilyn:

We just returned last evening from Villas del Sol.  We all had a fantastic time!

John Ed is a dear man and I felt as though I was a private guest in his home. Linda said to tell you she is working overtime at folding laundry!  I’m compelled to say it was a very unique experience; one that we want to have again.

Thank you so much for the wonderful information and help at getting things prepared for the “Schmitt Christmas Blast to Mexico.”  You’ll hear from us again. 

The Schmitt Family
Steilacoom WA


Hello Marilyn:

We had a wonderful time at Villas del Sol and enjoyed meeting the staff who were always so friendly and very helpful. 

Thanks again for all your help, and please fell free in the future to use me as a reference as a satisfied patron of Villas del Sol.

It was a pleasure working with you and we will definitely consider another stay.

Ian, Alicia, Ava & Cassandra
Toronto, ON, Canada


Hi Marilyn:

We had a wonderful time at Villas del Sol.  We wanted to sincerely thank Romy for her wonderful attention--she truly is a gem and a real credit to the place!

We will recommend Villas del Sol to friends and family and have already done so to a family thinking of visiting Bucerias in December.

Kind regards,

Shawn & Marilyn
Sidney BC Canada


Hello Marilyn:

Our holiday at Villas del Sol was perfect--we liked Bucerias far more than Puerto Vallarta.  We walked into the plaza most every night to eat coconut ice cream and watch the children play. 

The bus adventures to Punta de Mita to see the whales and to Sayulita for body surfing are embedded in our memories forever.  We released turtles one night down on the beach with the local turtle patrol volunteers and our son did an all-day diving trip with Chico's Dive Shop out of Puerto Vallarta.  He thought it was terrific! 

We rented a car one day just to see more and drove to San Blas and toured the national park with the crocodiles.  We also drove to Las Palmas--that is a tidy spot.  We would have liked to get into the mountains more, but that will have to wait for another day.

John Ed was charming as well as helpful and we love Romy and Beverly!  Yes, they tidied up each day but it was their cheerfulness and creativity that we will remember. 

Thanks again for everything.

The Leytham's
North Vancouver BC Canada


Dear Marilyn:

Just a short note to express our thanks to you for doing your part in connecting us with Villas del Sol and all the helpful information you sent us regarding shopping, restaurants, etc. We had a wonderful time and John Ed is everything you said--what a kick!  Romy is fabulous, as was Bev!

We met some wonderful guests who we will continue to connect with and we will let others know of this unique little property!

Thanks again

Robyn & Robert
Richmond BC Canada


Hola Marilyn!

We had a wonderful time at Villas del Sol and will indeed be returning.  If not this trip, then on our next! 

Thanks to all for making it a wonderful visit.

Kimberley & Mike
Jessie & Cliff
Newport, Oregon


Dear John Ed:

We had a wonderful stay at your lovely Villas del Sol.  Your down home hospitality made us feel so welcome.  What a treasure you have in this paradise of Bucerias!  We appreciate all your suggestions on restaurants and activities.  We found every place to be just as you described or better!  Every restaurant was a gourmet treat.  That peanut butter pie at Xpressions will never be forgotten.  Thanks to you and Marilyn for running such a tight ship!  Romy, Beverly and Edvaldo were a delight.  And, last but not least, your darling Peso will not be soon forgotten.  What a characture!  I hope David didn't over-treat him. 

Until we meet again, thanks for  everything!  We will miss you!

Lynda & David Miller
Aurora, Colorado


We hade a truly wonderful time in Bucerias!!!  We loved Villas del Sol, (Romy is a jewel!) and the town, beach, and surrounding area.

We certainly will consider returning to this lovely spot, and appreciate all of the service and care we received.

The Best Family
Flagstaff Arizona


We all had a great time and thoroughly enjoyed Villas del Sol along with John Ed, Romy and our fellow guests. It was a lot of fun and even better than we had anticipated.

Thanks so much, Marilyn for all the information you sent us.  It was all very helpful

Sue & Tony
Duncan BC Canada
Rita & Bill
Edmonton AB Canada


Dear Marilyn:

It is hard to adjust to the cold weather again as we loved the sunny days and blues skies in Mexico. 

Our trip was lovely and John Ed was a great host.  Almost everyday we used the beach chairs and umbrellas he provided.  The Bucerias Beach was quiet and lovely and I could have sat there all day--much nicer than the busy Puerto Vallarta beaches.  As well, we enjoyed our bus trips to downtown Puerto Vallarta and to Sayulita and we loved the Sunday market and old Bucerias.

Your notes and the Guest Handbook (in the Villa) were very, very helpful.

Thanks for your all your advice, information, and suggestions!

Joan, Michael, Rebecca & Harlan
Minneapolis MN


We just spent three weeks at Villas del Sol with our adult children, their spouses and two toddlers under two.  We were spoiled by all the attention from John Ed and Romy.  Our children and their's had the vacation of their dreams. The interaction with all the other families staying through the Easter holidays will be memories forever.

The villas are beautifully maintained and an easy location for the beach and restaurants. We will refer friends and know our children will return on their own. We were so fortunate to find such a secret hideaway. We miss Romy's smile and John Ed's humor, the sunshine and blue skies.

Jan & Ed Berry
Seattle, WA


Sun! Sun! Sun! 

My husband and I have just returned after 16 days at Villas del Sol.  We had a wonderful time.  John Ed, the owner, was so much fun and the lady who looks after EVERYTHING is delightful!  Her name is Romy, and her English is very good.  We would go back again, "IN A NEW YORK MINUTE"

Mary & Art
Calgary, AB, Canada


Outstanding Hospitality and accommodations. We were delighted with the light, airy, clean rooms, the comfortable beds, and, above all, the helpful, friendly owner, John Ed and staff, Romy. We hope to return often. Food in nearby cafes was excellent.

Dr. Sam R. and Joyce Porter
Dr. Richard and Arla Fowler
Toronto, ON, Canada


Villas del Sol is a delightful and welcoming environment. The friendly and warm reception of John Ed and Romy made you feel right at home. Less than five minutes to a beach that goes on for miles and a short walk up to the buses to explore Vallarta and other nearby beaches.  The accommodation was spotless with lots of both outdoor private space and communal space.  We had a wonderful time and would recommend Villas del Sol to visitors looking for a quiet and safe place to enjoy the warm Mexican sun

Sharon & Jim August
Chigaco, Illinois


Villas del Sol is a wonderful relaxing vacation spot. The host, John Ed Lee provides down-home personal service in a friendly and efficient manner. The villa we stayed in was very clean and outfitted with everything we could possibly need to make our stay in this quaint little pueblo enjoyable. Bright tropical blooms adorn the balconies and grounds, and the pool was a welcome respite from the hustle and bustle of a day in Puerto Vallarta. Evenings spent watching the sunset over the ocean just a block away were very romantic. Thank you John Ed and Romy. WE'LL BE BACK!

Marie & Steve Penner
Langley, BC, Canada

 
 
 
 
   
 
   
   
     
 

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