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Beautiful home on Hillside with million dollar view overlooking Ocean and Bay

Holiday home in San Carlos with kitchen and balcony

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View of the bay and the Sea of Cortez
Sunrise, watching the yachts heading out on their fishing trips
Yacht going out to sea
View of the Sea of Cortez from our home
Watching the boats coming in and going out of the Sea of Cortez

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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San Carlos, Son.
  • Place, Marina San Carlos
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cerro Tetakawi
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Los Algodones
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, Guaymas, Sonora (GYM-General Jose Maria Yanez Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Beautiful home on Hillside with million dollar view overlooking Ocean and Bay

House has two master suites w/full baths upstairs and one double bunk bed and full bath downstairs. There is a terrace on the second floor with a BBQ grill outdor dinning table and fire pit. Another terrace is located on the roof with fantastic views of the ocean and bay. Also balcony's on each floor facing the ocean. There is a single and double kayak for your use. You can enjoy the small beach at the bottom of the hill from our home. There is a rocky beach on the other side of the hill after you go out pass the guard shack take the street to the right in front of the little store. There is a little side road between two trees to the rocky beach you can bring in our kayaks to explore the caves in the area. Guaymas is the closest city approximately 15 minutes away, you can find Walmart and other stores. Also there is horseback riding along the beach, boating, deep sea fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, numerous beaches, restaurants, bars and hiking in the area. Sleeps 9.

San Carlos Sonora was named by the prestigious National Geographic magazine as the "Most Spectacular Ocean View in the World". Its volcanic geography contrasts with the blue waters of the Gulf of California creating a truly magical postcard. So much so, that it is considered the tourist jewel of Sonora.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Small get together are fine (let us know)
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small get together are fine (let us know)
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number PEDB700706A81

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Carlos

Located in Caracol Turístico, a neighbourhood in San Carlos, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Marina San Carlos and San Carlos Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California and San Francisco Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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San Carlos, Son.

What's nearby

  • Marina San Carlos - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • San Carlos Golf Course - 9 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Cerro Tetakawi - 14 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Piedras Beach - 17 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Los Algodones - 22 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Guaymas, Sonora (GYM-General Jose Maria Yanez Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mariscos El Rey - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Combi - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪La Calaca - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hammer Head's Bar & Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Lalo - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful home on Hillside with million dollar view overlooking Ocean and Bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at Beautiful home on Hillside with million dollar view overlooking Ocean and Bay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful home on Hillside with million dollar view overlooking Ocean and Bay located?

Located in Caracol Turístico, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Islands and Protected Areas of the Gulf of California and Marina San Carlos. San Carlos Golf Course is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 112 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danya C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always an amazing stay, this is our favorite place and we keep re-booking it. The house is spacious and comfortable with great views. The kitchen is well equipped. Beds and bathrooms are comfortable and we appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful place with great hosts. I almost don't want to leave a great review because I want to keep it a secret, but that wouldn't be right. Mike is a great host with a beautiful home. I can't recommend his place enough. We come to San Carlos often and we'll definitely want to stay at Mike's place.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joey Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Great house…. Front gate is a little bit of a pain, but the gracious owner is very helpful with sorting it all out. Would stay here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views

Excelent house.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

Really pretty view, we enjoyed the 3 decks were you can see the mountains and ocean. House was clean and everything was just good for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika B., Sedona

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

We had an amazing stay. House was clean and comfortable. The views are outstanding! We love this house and area of Mexico.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best views in SC

Second time staying here and I didn’t want to leave! Best view and comfy house. I love this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Trip

This house was amazing with a breathtaking view. It was very well equipped and in a very safe neighborhood. I would strongly recommend booking this rental property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great home base for a visit to San Carlos.

Enjoyed ourselves thoroughly. Very comfortable home in great location. Unfortunately we had no water for over 24 hours and would have liked the owner to be more available for problem solving.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most beautiful home I have ever stayed at and the views were equally impressive!

Fantastic. Everything we needed was there already. Even had two 5 gallon bottles of fresh water, a bag of ice in the freezer, and a new tub of coffee for the mornings :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Home!

Beautiful home with breathtaking views!! We could have sat out on the main deck all day watching the boats, birds and changing tides! Short walk to a lovely private beach, and easy drive into town and all the great restaurants! Michael and Blanca are awesome hosts, answered all our first-timer questions promptly and gave us great recommendations for food and activities. Would HIGHLY recommend this lovely home and hosts, thank you Michael and Blanca for a fantastic experience!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott L., Mountain House

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

GREAT PLACE

What a nice spot. Ultra clean, plenty of room, all the amenities you need, and a short walk to the water for kayaking in the bay. Great location protected from cars, foot traffic, etc. My family of 4 and 4 other relatives had a blast. If it's open when we want to come, we'll stay here going forward. Have rented 5-6 places in San Carlos over the last 10 years. This one is the best so far.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Home in the Caracol

Very nice home in the Caracol with excellent views. The propane tanks for the fire pit and BBQ grille were empty. We were expecting bath/shower soap/shampoo, but none were provided. I guess you have to bring your own? I would recommend that a night shade be provided for the large window in the master bedroom sitting area. Otherwise, a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property and Amazing Location

The pictures did not disappoint. The home was spacious and beautifully decorated. The beds were comfortable and the views were spectacular. Michael was very responsive when we had an electricity issue and we really appreciated how quickly it got resolved as it was a very hot day. The walk to the little beach was easy and having the kayaks were a great way to see the Bahia and snorkel. The welcome basket with wine and coffee was a nice touch. Already planning our return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay - Will Return When Back in San Carlos

Nice property / Michael (host) was extremely responsive and helpful. Quiet area - great view - has everything you need. Was there on business / pleasure and found it to be a very nice stay. Suggestions for improvement - maybe update the directions to include “follow the number signs” to the property. The streets in this development are a little confusing if you have never been there - but the numbers are sequential and there are signs everywhere telling you which numbers are which way. Initial visit - so that was the only challenge upon arrival - but Michael was available via telephone to sort it out. Once at the property - was a great stay - stayed for one week.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorena G.

Beautiful, well appointed home with great views!

We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed longer but had to leave early due to Tropical Storm Sergio! The home has modern accommodations, is very clean, and Is located close to white sand beaches and restaurants. The views from the patios were magnificent. The kitchen is well appointed and has everything you would need to prepare meals at home. The only thing we would have liked to have was a grill but it is our understanding that some renovations are forthcoming which will include a BBQ. The owners were super friendly and very anxious to ensure that our stay was perfect. Thanks for a wonderful stay. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Danya G., tucson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house with amazing view and location

The house is well appointed, spacious and has everything you would need. However, if you like to sleep cold, the master bedroom is problematic especially in warmer months. While gorgeous, the glass block divider wall severely limits airflow from the mini split in to the bed part of the master, causing the vanity area to catch the cold air, leaving the bed area quite warm for sleeping in the summer. I’m leaving this here in hopes that the owners will do a quick remedy and shorten the glass block wall. Also, there’s a small tile lip on the toilet in the master bath that you have to be mindful of. Other than those two things, we enjoyed the home greatly and wish our stay was longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with a stunning view.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Anna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, it was an excellent view! The masterbedroom didn't have a window covering, so the bright daylight didnt let us sleep past 6am. Other than that, gorgeous property and surroundings!! Definitely recommended!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super clean and comfortable house!

We would definitely stay here again. The house was cleaner than any house I’ve ever rented before. Honestly, that is so important to me and the towels and sheets smell like the four seasons.We fished out of the Marina and caught Marlin, Sailfish and Dorado. The house has a beautiful view, and Michael was easy to communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yaeren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for families and friends

amazing breathe taking views.Property very clean, a lot of parking (we had two cars, could accommodate 3 cars),Kitchen well stock, even though our cooking was limited to just breakfast for the children, Bathrooms were stocked with plenty of towels and toilette paper etc.The community is very secure, calm and quiet. Our entire group enjoyed the location and out stay very very much! A very very short drive down to the beach. We even enjoyed the kayaks that were available. Honestly
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

We only stayed 2 nights for an Epic fishing trip. The house was great! Conducive to relaxing on the many patios overlooking the harbor. Make sure you bring your own shower/bath soap and shampoo. If not the little store at the bottom of the hill will have what you need. Only one smaller TV on the mid level that makes it great for spending quality time disconnected from the world and allows for great conversations and relaxation.Beautiful home!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great views!

Beautiful home situated for a perfect view. We especially enjoyed the rooftop patio for nighttime star gazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bertha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous views

Beautiful home and gorgeous views.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot- Incredible View

Really enjoyed the stay- was too short- house had everything...
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Michael J Boufford

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We purchased the lot in 2004. We took our time building the home paying as we go. We spent our first night in our finished (paid for) home in 2014. We live in Phoenix AZ and get to our home as much as possible. Driving time from door to door is around 7 1/2 hours. We can not get enough of kayaking when we visit our home. I grew up in Florida around water and moving to the desert I missed the ocean. I found the love of my life in San Carlos Mexico and where the desert meets the sea was a bonus.

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