Welcome to our site - Casa Gutman - Vacation Rental in Ajijic, Mexico
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Welcome to The Mexican Jewel House and The Mexican Sunrise House – both homes built to spoil our guests! Just 30 minutes south of the Guadalajara airport, you will find yourself in the picturesque, 500 year old cobblestone village of Ajijic. Your hosts, Leo & Sheila Gutman, have lived in Ajijic full time for many years. They really know the ins and outs of living in Mexico, have built their own homes, speak Spanish and have traveled extensively through out Mexico. The Gutman's can answer your questions about life in 'the village' and really understand why so many North Americans call this slice of paradise- home. National Geographic rates Ajijic as one of the finest climates in the world!
Renting a vacation home in Ajijic is easy. Renting a beautiful home in a great location is more of a challenge if you are new to Lakeside. Leo & Sheila have thought of everything to make your stay memorable in The Mexican Jewel House and The Mexican Sunrise House. Both houses are adjacent to one another for friends and family that desire their own home. They are tucked into the hills of Lake Chapala to give you wonderful breezes and an authentic feeling of life in Ajijic, Mexico - one of the best rated year round climates in the world! If you're considering retiring to Lake Chapala, you should think about renting a home to experience every day life. We do offer an honest portrait of living life in a Mexican village. If you are visiting for a short time, we can suggest activities to enjoy during your stay: golf, tennis, hiking, gyms, massages, pedicures, hair salons, day excursions, shopping, restaurants, Spanish classes, art lessons, English theater, music concerts, houses of worship, and lectures.
The Mexican Jewel House and The Mexican Sunrise House are beautiful homes built by Mexican architects and designed by Mexican artists. Both homes are located on Angel Flores Street in the prestigious Las Salvias area. Every paint color, all the Mexican tiles, each stained glass window and the fountains were detailed by local 'maestros'. The gardens are lovingly cared for and the homes are kept impeccably clean and fresh. The beauty of these homes is that they will delight you with Mexican flair: arches throughout, high ceilings, terraces, hand painted furniture and lots of space to enjoy your days.. Both homes have modern appliances, high speed internet hook up and satellite TV. You will have the best of both worlds when you decide to come and visit south of the border. Both homes are strolling distance to restaurants, artist studios, boutiques and local food shopping.
Our guests continually tell us how welcome they feel from the time they arrive until their departure. We take great pride in making folks feel they are in their 'home away from home': comfy beds, soft linens, plush towels and kitchen appliances that can help you create gourmet meals or warm up local food that so many of our guests indulge in during their visits to Ajijic. Please ask us about our favorite restaurants, local take out food (we also just adore the two sisters who prepare 'tamales' and 'empanadas' every Monday at 5PM until they run out!). The Pan (bakery) is just 3 minutes from your door and you can smell the breads and rolls baking as you walk up the little alley. Folks drive for miles for his freshly baked goods, but our guests just pop over every morning for warm goodies - location, location, location!
Our area is rich in activities that you may enjoy during your stay: tennis, golf, hiking, theatre, music concerts, movie theatres, lectures, Spanish classes, art classes, art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and local outdoor markets.
Many of our guests return year after year in summer and in winter. We invite you to escape to Mexico and experience The Mexican Jewel House and The Mexican Sunrise House. It is our little bit of heaven.
