Activities and Nearby Attractions or Points of Interest:
Welcome to Troncones, Mexico Casa de Oro is approximately thirty-five minutes from the yachters' paradise of Zihuatanejo and twenty minutes from the luxurious resorts of Ixtapa. The quiet village of Troncones feels like a different era. The village is home to about 300 people who farm and fish, as well as a sprinkling of foreigners who have come to Troncones and found the tranquil beauty inescapable. Occasional fiestas, weddings, and other gatherings which provide an authentic Mexican village atmosphere, where all are welcome to join in the festivities. Here is a link to the current weather in the area! Things to Bring with you: Beach Towels Sunscreen Insect Repellant Medications (Prescriptions) Hair Care Products, Hair Dryer Straightener etc Personal Hygiene Products CD's (Villa includes CD player) DVD's (Villa includes TV/DVD player) Flashlights Hats Sunglasses Linens, soap and bottled drinking water are provided. The villa's towels are for bathing and pool use ONLY! Please do not remove them from the property. Area Attractions & Activities Casa de Oro is surrounded by an abundance of natural wonders to be explored and appreciated by all who visit. There are opportunities for surfing, caving, horseback riding, fishing, snorkeling, hiking, bicycling, and beach combing. The area is renowned for its deep-sea fishing and annual competition that attracts serious sport fishers from around the world who compete for grand prizes. Ixtapa has two excellent golf courses and Local info , the Palma Real Golf and Tennis Club, and the new Marina Ixtapa Golf Course. Excellent beachfront massage is also available for $20 - a perfect way to enhance your tropical vacation experience. Also check out Jaguar Jungle Tours for cave tours, nature hikes, surf camp, jungle tours and much much more. Another relaxing way to explore the ecology of the ocean and waterways is by taking a kayak tour. We highly recommend Zoe Kayak Tours for the experience of a lifetime. Brian is the perfect educational guide for local wildlife and is excellent at spotting and identifying the rare and common birds in the area, as well as the beautiful local flora. There are also many choices for very interesting day trips to other charming towns full of cultural and historical interests. Spend a day with world-class surfers riding the waves at their favorite surfing destination Saladita. Enjoy a yoga class in the luxury of your private villa or take a break from the surf and take a LADIES DAY OUT Tour to Zihuatanejo - Hastle free, to enjoy the best local hand-made crafts, jewelry stores and local restaurants. Or perhaps, a relaxing massage and manicure would be more enjoyable. For more information or reservations, contact property manager or e-mail at anatman75@hotmail.com. Dining For a $25.00 fee our property manager Tina, will do any grocery shopping you would like before your arrival. To shop for all your groceries in Zihuatanejo visit the BODEGA AURERRA - Boulevard Zihuatanejo-Ixtapa s/n, near Fuente del Sol. It is on the way and easy to find and is filled with all the groceries you will need for the week. There are a variety of excellent Troncones restaurants featuring traditional Mexican dishes and seafood within walking distance of Casa de Oro. Our favorite place is only a five minute walk down the beach - Burro Borracho is a popular and relaxing destination for all who visit. They have great food and a full bar with delicious margaritas right on the beach and wonderful traditional Mexican folk dancers perform on Sunday nights. Costa Brava is another fine restaurant that will deliver take out to Casa de Oro and pick up the plates the next day! Heading North through Troncones, you enter the charming local village of Majahua where you can dine on freshly caught lobster, oysters, and fish. They also have excellent camarones (shrimp), all freshly prepared over a wood-fired grill with hand-made tortillas. You can enjoy a spectacular sunset with your lovely meal as you relax at the water's edge. The restaurants in Troncones range from family-run "taco" stands, to casual and romantic beachfront dining. There are also numerous "tiendas" for your basic cooking and households needs. See the troncones restaurant link at troncones.com Surf Lessons Tiziano, an experienced surfer, is available for surfing lessons on the beautiful beaches of Troncones (755) 559-2863. Sportfishing If you are interested in Sport Fishing in the Zihuatanejo - Ixtapa area you have come to the right place. All of the captains and crew members are, for the most part, fourth and fifth generation fishermen. They have grown up fishing, most of them starting out as helpers on their fathers' boats and then, going on to buy and operate their own boats. All boats are manned by experienced crews whose goal is to hook you up to a great fight with a Sailfish, Marlin, Tuna, Dorado (also known as Mahi-Mahi or Dolphin fish), Roosterfish or one of the many other smaller game fish that abound in the waters off the coast of Zihuatanejo and Ixtapa. Scuba Ixtapa-Zihuatanejo can offer you WORLD CLASS diving without world class crowds. Average annual water temperature is 79 degrees Fahrenheit or 26 degrees Celsius. For experienced divers it is recommended to bring your own "wetsuit" (3mm) as help against possible scratches. Some of ours first class sites are: Morro de Potosí, Piedra Solitaria, Sacramento, Bajo de Jaime, Bajo de Chato, Bajo del Borracho, Manzanillo, Cueva de la Gata and many others.
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Additional Information:
CASA DE ORO Has become an exquisite beachfront luxury villa, including two master bedrooms and two garden bungalow suites, all with private bathrooms and showers, able to accomodate eight people comfortably. RENTAL POLICIES ( 8 Adults / 1 week minimum / Sat - Sat) Villa is for one rental party Rates $US$ Dollars NO PETS Cribs available for rent Air Conditioning : $12 / day per Bedroom SEASONAL RATES MAIN VILLA 2 OCEANVIEW MASTER BEDROOM SUITES Low Season 4/28 - 11/11 $275 / Day or $1,700 / Week (1 Week Min.) High Season* ( * Excludes holiday periods below ) 11/12 - 4/27 $375 / Day or $2,450 / Week (1 Week min.) GARDENVIEW PRIVATE BUNGALOW SUITES NOT INCLUDED IN ABOVE PRICES 2 Garden-View Private Bungalow Bedroom Suites: Each per night $75 Suite / night : Low season $95 Suite / night: High Season $125 Suite / night: Holiday Rates Air Conditioning : $12 / day per Bungalow Prices based upon 8 adults, Extra Guests: $25 Per Night (10 person maximum) Holiday Rates 12/22 - 1/4 and April and 4/7 - 4/20 $3,335.00/Week (1 Week min.) For a truly relaxing experience, Adrianna is available to prepare and serve a delcious and authentic Mexican cuisine of your choice for you at Casa De Oro. Menus and prices are handled through our caretakers. Betto and Adriana are fantastic resident caretakers and will make sure the villa, the pool and the gardens are maintained every day other than Sunday. Includes: Daily Caretaker and Maid service 50% deposit upon confirmation of your reservation Balance due 30 days before your stay anatman75@hotmail.com
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