Plan a Great Family Getaway to Villa la Estancia in Mexico
Posted on 05/25/2012 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
You’re looking at the calendar and trying to decide on a vacation destination for this summer or next winter. There are so many choices. How about trying something exotic this year with a resort getaway to the beach at Villa la Estancia in Mexico? There are lots of good reasons.
Villa la Estancia is consistently one of the highest rated destinations in all of Mexico. Guests seem to have nothing but rave reviews online: “We had a king suite and lived like rock stars.” is one of our favorites. The staff is carefully chosen and trained to be mindful of your every need. Your stay will be one the entire family never forgets.
Located right on the beach in Nuevo Vallarta, Villa la Estancia is is the picture of beach-side luxury. We have 16 units to choose from, with a good range of pricing too. The resort has a a huge spa with a 17,000 sq ft facility which features 14 indoor treatment suites, two exclusive VIP treatment suites with private Jacuzzi and shower, a spa retail shop, a full-service beauty salon and a fitness studio.
Each of our units is furnished with all the luxury appointments. If you want to forego the restaurants, you’ll have a full kitchen to cook your own meals. If you have a good day fishing, you may want to bake up a gourmet fish dinner for the family. The suites all have a great floor plan geared toward accommodating large groups or more than one family. And since we have so many units available, it’s ideal to book your larger family reunion or church retreat into several of our units. Take a virtual tour of one unit 1502 here.
Pack your golf clubs and enjoy a round or two while you’re away as well. There are plenty of other local activities to keep the entire family busy. Choose from horseback riding, surfing, shopping, historic sites, museums, ATV rentals and boat rentals. We think you should stay at least 2 weeks to take it all in. But that’s just us talkin’!
The on-site restaurants are world class, and you can enjoy the full resort experience with the gourmet selections available from room service. We’re especially fond of the La Casona restaurant. It’s the only restaurant in Nuevo Vallarta to feature Kobe and Angus Certified Beef.
Villa la Estancia is a year-round resort, so if you can’t make it this summer, we’re accepting reservations for your winter vacation. And winter is a very special time to visit.
Each year the nearby historic Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe hosts a 12 day festival starting on the first of December. The festival is a great time to visit with lots of family fun, food vendors and a great fireworks display to culminate the festival. Be sure to book your stay early as the festival is very popular!
We have a variety of units available, and Villa la Estancia offers our guests a great all inclusive package that lets you take care of meals and gratuities. There’s more information about the all-inclusive plan here. Call us at 310-780-3411 or visit our Villa la Estancia page here to view all our units.
Five Star Vacation Rentals Big Bear Guest Testimonials
Posted on 05/18/2012 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
Five Star Vacation Rentals was started in a very different way than most vacation rental companies. That’s one of the reasons we consistently find our guests calling us for return visits. Before we ever got into the vacation rental business we were guests at vacation rentals. We’ve seen first hand the difference quality management can make in a guest’s overall experience. We’ve combined this with our background in hotel management and guest services to create a level of service that we’re confident cannot be duplicated elsewhere.
We’re continually pleased to see guests become regular visitors to our properties. Some find a favorite rental they want to keep returning to, and others enjoy the fact that they can choose any of our rentals with the confidence that they will have a great experience regardless of which unit they choose. Here are just a few of the many testimonials we’ve received:
Softball Team Scores a Great Getaway With Big Bear Cabin #1
“Just a quick note, our softball team (35 and over) were thrilled with the cabin. It is absolutely beautiful and fit the 10 of us to a tee. We appreciate the great deal you gave us, and all the women wanted your website for their future stays in Big Bear. Hope to do business with you again.”
Submitted by DeDe G. after staying in our Big Bear Cabin #1 Bear Mountain 4 Bedroom. Click here to see more info on this cabin.
Big Bear Cabin #3 is “Nice, Clean, and Cozy”
“Hello Kevin,
We just wanted to send along a heartfelt ‘Thank You’ for a wonderful stay at your cabin #3 this last week. We enjoyed our stay very much in this wonderful home at a very nice location. Looking forward to staying with you again soon. May God Bless!”
Submitted by John & Diana C after staying in our Big Bear Cabin #3.
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John D. and his family also stayed in Cabin #3, and sent us this note:
“First off I want to say thank you for the great rental in Big Bear this weekend. We had a great time and enjoyed our stay. We plan to rent from you many more times in the near future. Cabin was very nice, clean and cozy.
Thank you for the great customer service.” View more info or book Cabin #3 online here.
Our Big Bear Cabin #5 Rental Is a Lakefront Dream
“Dear Mr. & Mrs. Cobb,
Had to take the time and thank you. The cabin was well beyond our expectations. It was in a perfect location andit was roomy, comfortable and felt like home. All of us loved it.
We have also now recommended this cabin to two of our friends and more to come. We think you will get a call in the near future from a friend of my husband asking for this or one of your other cabins. A relative from San Diego is also planning on using this wonderful find in the near future. We have a great number of friends who probably will be in contact. We can’t recommend it enough. Again, thank you.
The low hassle and professional handling of this matter was more than appreciated.” Submitted by Patty C. View more pictures and details about Cabin #5 here.
We encourage you to look over all our Big Bear vacation rental cabins and see the many recommendations provided by previous guests. It’s important to us that your experience in any of our cabins builds a great memory that will have you returning year after year.
Call us at 310-780-3411 to book your vacation getaway now. Browse all of our Big Bear cabins on this page. If you’re planning a vacation somewhere other than Big Bear, please be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Park City,Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico. Regardless of where you may go, you’ll have the confidence of knowing that Five Star Vacation Rentals is working to make your vacation relaxing and memorable.
Off-Season Fun At Mammoth Mountain
Posted on 05/11/2012 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
Mammoth Mountain is one of our most popular ski destinations. Skiers from all over Southern California flock to Mammoth each winter for the great slopes. But Mammoth is a great destination the entire year round. There are lots of great places and things to do very close by.
Monster Energy Mammoth Motocross
June 21 – July 01
Are you a motocross rider, or enjoy watching the races? Every summer Mammothhosts the oldest continuously running motocross in the nation. Top riders from all over the country trek to Mammoth each year to compete. This 10-day event is a top destination for motocross fans, and always provides an amazing show filled with fast bikes and lots of adrenaline. There are also slots open for non-qualified racers. Registration begins May 10th. Visit http://www.mammothmotocross.com for more details.
Old Mammoth Parade
4th of July
Enjoy a slice of small town fun with Independence Day in Mammoth. The town hosts a parade that you can watch with the kids, or sign up to walk along in the parade! It’s a great time to don your best patriotic outfits, slather on the sun block, and load the kids up on ice cream. There’s plenty of entertainment for the entire family. The fun starts at 11:00 am at Old Mammoth Road & Main Street.
Calling All Triathletes — of All Ages!
July 7th
The High Sierra Triathlon Club annually hosts what they proudly describe as the “Toughest Race In The Most Beautiful Place.” With events scheduled for entrants aged 6 and up, this is a great opportunity for the entire family to literally immerse themselves in the amazing beauty of the Mammoth Mountain area. Visit www.junelaketriathlon.com to register online. There are plenty of volunteer positions availble for any non-triathletes in the family. The race helps benefit Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra. Slots fill fast, so be sure to book your stay with us and your place in the race!
24th Annual Mammoth Lakes Jazz Jubilee
July 11 – July 15
Mix your favorite jazz music with the scenery of the Sierras, and you’ve got a recipy for a great family vacation. Mammoth hosts this annual Jazz Jubilee in the most picturesque setting you’ve ever seen. In addition to the great music, you’ll also enjoy amazing food and fun activities for the whole family. Tickets are on sale now. Visit http://www.mammothjazz.org for more details.
VillageFest is California’s Highest Rib and Chili Cook-Off
July 27 – July 28
Just mention barbecue ribs, and we all start looking for our car keys. Name the place, and we’ll be there! You are not going to want to miss this one. Whisk the family away to one of our luxury Mammoth condominiums. Be sure to pack extras shirts, because this is gonna get messy! Mammoth’s annual rib cookoff is a delight for everyone. VillageFest has a large variety of amazing food, crafts booths, bands, and local artists. And did we mention amazing food? Visit http://www.mammothvillagefest.com for more info on this absolutely yummy event!
Call us today at 310-780-3411 for more info or to book your Mammoth Mountain vacation rental. View our Mammoth Mountain properties here.
Get a Park City Utah Vacation Rental -- But Leave Your Skis At Home!
Posted on 05/04/2012 in FiveStarVacationRental.com News and Updates.
The mountains outside Salt Lake City are arguably among the most beautiful in the world. Park City is one of our most popular destinations year round. Here are just a few of the things coming up in June in Park City:
Park Silly Sunday Market
Sundays 10am – 5pm, June 10th – September 23rd
This one-of-a-kind open-air street market on historic Main Street has a little bit of everything that makes Park City a fun and unique destination. Mom and dad will love all the amazing antiques, arts and crafts booths, street performers and bands. The kids will love the bounce houses, clowns, crafts, face painting and amazing treats.
Park City Historic Home Tour
June 15th -16th
This annual event is a hit with locals, and we can understand why. It starts on Friday night with a group of renowned local chefs mingling with costumed historical characters to provide equal parts of colorful history and unrivaled taste treats. You’ll head back to your Five Star Vacation Rental that night with a smile on your face and eager anticipation for the next day’s activities. On Saturday, you’ll be treated to to a tour of some of the local historical homes with their proud owners giving you all the details of their intriguing past. This will be followed with another reception full of culinary treats. Bring good walking shoes and a big appetite for a great time.
A Week of Great Music and Family Fun
June 16th – June 24th
For one week in June, Park City hosts some of the most talented artists and performers in the country. The performances start on Saturday, June 16th with Neko Case at the Library Square Amphitheater. Neko has performed all over the world and was a featured performer at Lollapalooza in 2009. Call us at 310-780-3411 to book your stay, and you can buy your tickets online here.
On Thursday, June 21st, grab your platform shoes, tie-dye shirt and floppy hats to join us for an evening with John Fogerty. John will be performing at the Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater. You can count on him providing an amazing evening of songs both old and new that will keep you smiling. Tickets are available online at this link.
And from June 21st through June 24th enjoy the Utah Arts Festival. This year there will be an amazing 66 local bands performing. This annual event hosts street theater and dance performers to delight the entire family. Music lovers will love the eclectic mix of unique shopping, food, and talent drawn from around the Park City area. The kids may ignore the music and just dive in to the hands-on arts, crafts, and mini-film festival that’s a part of the festivities.
Be sure to call us at 310-780-3411 for help planning out your next vacation. We’ll gladly fill you in on local events and be sure to find the best accommodations available from our Five Star Vacation Rental units in Park City.
Planning a vacation somewhere other than Park City? Be sure to look at our luxury rentals in Big Bear, Palm Springs/La Quinta, Southern California Beaches, Mammoth Mountain, and Villa la Estancia in Nuevo Vallarta, Mexico.
