Villas del Sol, new vacation accommodation with pool in Bucerias, near Puerto Vallarta, Mexico


	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. John Ed, 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 John Ed, Romy 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 John Ed, 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. John Ed is a true host and as he says "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. We will wait for your book, "The Little Innkeeper", John Ed. 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, thanks to Linda and John Ed. John Ed is "Innkeeper Extraordinare"! 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 John Ed, Romy and Linda. 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 John Ed's Southern Hospitality was just great and since I'm really a Southern Boy from Virginia, I know all about it. I have been staying at Villas del Sol since John Ed opened and always had a wonderful time. The Staff--Romy is just great, attending to the Villas. Good restaurants nearby as is the beach. Will return every year! Bacca Dawg aka "BB" Danville, Virginia 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 My husband and I have stayed at Villas del Sol twice now. Once in 1999 and again in 2004. We only wish we could come every year to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere of Villas del Sol. John Ed and Romy make your stay one that you will never forget! This visit John Ed arranged a day trip on a private sail boat so that we could enjoy the whale watching and other marine life of the Bay of Banderas. Romy, as always was efficient and made our stay wonderful. The location is a short walk to the beach for a sunset watch, to the taxi station for a quick trip to Puerto Vallarta for shopping, La Cruz to listen to the blues music at Phillo's or a scenic walk to Bucerias for the quaint village atmosphere. I highly recommend Villas del Sol for anyone wanting a taste of the real Mexico. "Nurse Nella" Woodham Edmond, Oklahoma 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 Great place to stay, clean, friendly, convenient! What a wonderful little complex! John Ed is very pleasant, Romy is efficient and immaculate with her cleaning. Very good location within walking distance to everything in Bucerias and only a few minutes on the bus to downtown Puerto Vallarta. Highly recommend Villas del Sol! We had such a great time, we will be back! Marilyn & Linda aka "Smoked Salmon Sisters" Vancouver, BC, Canada








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