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Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise

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Living Room
Terrace/patio
Dining room
Living room with local textiles. Kitchen and dining area behind.
Bathroom 1 with sunken shower

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
San Pablo Etla, OAX
  • Auditorio Guelaguetza
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Santo Domingo Square
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Zócalo Square
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Oaxaca Intl. (OAX)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise

With vistas spanning the mountains behind and views of the best sunsets in Oaxaca across the valley below, you will never want to leave this country paradise. Casa El Barco was built years ago to capture the cool breezes and the vistas of the local hills above Oaxaca. Only 20 minutes from downtown Oaxaca, it is the ideal destination for those wishing to take advantage of all the city has to offer while returning home to the quiet and clean air of San Pablo Etla, a traditional Zapotec village.

Built of adobe and decorated in a rustic Mexican style with crafts from all over the state of Oaxaca, the house features modern facilities with an old world charm. El Barco offers outdoor dining, private patios for relaxing, Wi-Fi indoors and out, comfortable beds, gardens filled with flowering plants and fruit trees, and a shared communal in-ground pool with palapa. The house is also adjoined by 'La Casita del Barco' VRBO #170310 a very private casita that can also be rented for larger groups.

Available for the first time ever as a vacation destination, this house has been a private family home until two years ago and has all the appointments of a house that has been lived in and loved.

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Keywords: house, rustic Mexican, adobe, country house

Property manager

Adele Hammond

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Unfenced pool
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

San Pablo Etla

Located in 3a Sección San Pablo Etla, a neighbourhood in San Pablo Etla, this villa is in a rural area. Santo Domingo Square and Plaza Bella Oaxaca are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cerro del Fortín and Benito Juarez National Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Auditorio Guelaguetza or Technological Stadium of Oaxaca. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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San Pablo Etla, OAX

What's nearby

  • Auditorio Guelaguetza - 13 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Oaxaca Cathedral - 13 min drive - 11.3 km
  • Santo Domingo Square - 14 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Zócalo Square - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Church of Santo Domingo de Guzmán - 15 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Oaxaca Intl. (OAX) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cerveceria Doble Filo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Tacos Don Beto - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tlayudas Oaxaca Antiguo - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pollo Brujo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Los Combinados. - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Mexican Style Country Paradise located?

Located in 3a Sección San Pablo Etla, this villa is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Iglesia Santa Cruz Etla and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from San Pablo Trailhead. Balneario Las Brisas and Oaxaca Institute of Technology are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keenan D.

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

lovely

beautiful house, excellent view of the valley, and a very chill and hospitable property manager + crew. we had a great time staying here.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Muertos/birthday

Second time at El Barco - Fantastic! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frances S.

Wonderful

We were so relaxed at this property. It was beautiful. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MARY M.

Retreat

El Barco was the perfect choice for a relaxing vacation.The photos don't lie and the home feels like a real home.Rare to find such a jem.

10/10 Excellent

Ann-Louise S., NYC, USA

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

Lovely home, gorgeous setting

We spent nine lovely days in this beautiful home. The wonderful Mexican folk art throughout the home made us feel connected to the history of this part of Mexico -- a kind of immersion experience. And we much appreciated the gracious help from all of the staff.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B., San clemente ,CA

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

Oaxaca Casa

Really enjoyed property. Very peaceful and beautiful location. About a half hour from centro. But that was fine with us. Good to have car. Manager Florecio was great. He arranged breakfast in house one morning in house which was very good. Very nice walks from house which was a plus. Would definitely stay here again without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Lovely Mexican Country home

What a treat to spend several days in this home. I don’t know where to begin. The property manager was so attentive and helped us with everything possible. We thoroughly enjoyed the authentic meals we had prepared for us . If you want to stay in a home that gives you a feel for life in the Mexican countryside, this is perfect. Located In the hills of Oaxaca, you get it all: views, comfort, gorgeous landscape authentic Mexican art textiles, furnishings, to the stonework and tiles. The home is beautiful. It’s only a short drive to the city center , yet it’s a peaceful retreat to e turn to after a busy day. We very much want to return and stay longer!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nila B., San Diego, USA

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

Peaceful Countryside Retreat in Oaxaca

From the moment our driver pulled into the idyllic driveway of El Barco I knew we were in for a treat. My multigenerational family had the time of our lives during our stay. My 3 young kids immediately felt at home with all the space to run around; my father was enamored by all the books, music and the beautiful view; and I was enchanted by the inspiring folk art and creature comforts that assured me I would be able to care for everyone in a hassle free way. Cooking is a breeze in the well equipped kitchen, the water is hot in the showers, and there is just the coziest feeling inside the home. We had an afternoon of heavy rain and I was so grateful to be quietly tucked away with my family in Adele's retreat as opposed to Oaxaca's city center. Despite the relatively cold water, my kids loved the pool. The property manager and his family feel like dear friends to us now and were so helpful regarding transportation and any other question we had. Sarai delighted us with her cooking for a couple of meals which was also a real treat. This home is gorgeous and Adele and her family have clearly embraced the local community and it's people and traditions in the most sincere way. Somehow this authenticity resonated in throughout the property. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Hacienda Minutes from Oaxaca City

This is one of the most wonderful and unique places we have stayed in Mexico. It has all the modern comforts, yet it is situated on a hillside in a rural area around 20 minutes from downtown Oaxaca. The original adobe house has wonderful touches of the many fine arts and crafts from throughout the state of Oaxaca and is located with in a small complex with two other homes owned by friendly Americans. Let's face it, sightseeing at the many fascinating archeological ruins and small artisan towns around Oaxaca, and just being in the bustle of downtown Oaxaca can be exhausting. This property is fabulous because after a hard day of sightseeing, you can escape to the country and relax over cocktails at the newly-built swimming pool deck overlooking the valley to the west and the sunset, which is spectacular. Also, Oaxaca can be hot during certain times of the year, so it's great to take a dip in the morning or evening, or just relax at the pool the entire day. We loved this house with its many patios and decks with great views of the valley, beautiful landscaping, and friendly neighbors. There is also great hiking above the house in the communal forest lands. So overall, we just loved this place. There were so many thoughtful details, we felt as if we were at home. We had great access to the many treasures Oaxaca has to offer from a historical and cultural standpoint combined with our private hacienda and five-star pool and views. This is an experience not to be missed!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jean G., Vancouver, Canada

Wonderful traditional-style Oaxaca house

Stay at El Barco if you love silent mornings where you can watch the sun coming over the mountain to wake the beautiful Etla valley below (while eating the mangoes, bananas and papaya you bought from the women who grew them). Stay here if you want to hear nightjars serenading you to sleep and owls hooting in the night. Stay here if you want to buy homegrown organic greens and free range eggs from a farmer who arrives each Tuesday morning at the door. Stay here if you want a well-equipped Mexican- styled kitchen with lots of beautiful local pottery to serve your meals at the table formed from local wood. Stay here if you want to sip a cold Marguerita you have made from the limes you bought from a farmer in the Etla Wednesday market, while watching the sun set over the valley. Stay here if you want a property manager (Florencio) who will help you in every way he can. In short, stay here if you want a real home to come home to (or hang around in all day if you're feeling lazy) with two villages within an easy walk and to have a sense you're part of a community. My husband and I stayed in January and February 2017 and found the house ideal for 2 - 4 people. There is a separate master bedroom cottage and another large bedroom for a couple in the house. In addition there are 2 single beds (one of which is up a steep spiral staircase). There are several terraces for outdoor meals or relaxing. If you are interested in birding or hiking in the mountains there are excellent guides that can take you. Oaxaca has so many fabulous restaurants I won't bother to mention any by name. We tend to go exploring during the day and try out a restaurant then come "home" for dinner. If we were tired we stopped at one of the roast chicken stands on the road for an easy, tasty meal. Whenever we come back to Oaxaca this will be our home base. Thank you Adele for sharing your beautiful home and artwork with us. We will return.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christophe S.

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

une maison avec beaucoup de personnalité

Accueil très sympathique de Florencio, qui nous a organisé un diner Mexicain à la maison ( cuisinière à domicile) La maison est grande, très bien équipée, une salle de bain pour chaque chambre, coffres forts….on se sent en sécurité . La deco est dans le style ranch mexicain, beaucoup de charme ! . enfin, les exterieurs sont très bien vegetalises e,les enfants ont adoré la piscine. merci Adele de nous avoir ouvert les portes de votre petit paradis ! Christophe
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

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

Gorgeous

What a wonderful two weeks we spent at El Barco! The place feels just right, very homey and not like a rental at all!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

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

Tranquility in the country

This is a special place to stay. The casita is tastefully decorated with local art, and the provision of fruits, vegetables and fridge items was appreciated. The pool and gardens are very beautiful and allowed for watching sunsets and birds. Adele was easy to communicate with. Florencio, Sarai and family made us feel welcome and comfortable with flowers coming to the door and transportation. This place is an absolute gem
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph P.

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

Beyond Expectations!/¡Fuera de nuestra esperanzas!

Beyond Expectations! We were looking for a place that was in the mountains of Oaxaca, that was close enough to Oaxaca de Juárez but also something not in a city/town (it is isolated but can go down the hill to the small pueblo for supplies, or go a bit more for more options). The pictures are very accurate but you don’t get a sense of how amazing the surroundings are until you are there! Beautiful views, lovely flora on property, and a warm, loved-in atmosphere in the house. Everyone involved from Adele the owner to Florencio the property manager (who also speaks English) to Rosa, Magdalena, and all the others who were around, unobtrusively taking care of the property, were lovely! We wanted to just relax and our two weeks there were all very peaceful and great. The place is rustic and not ‘pristine’ or ‘fancy’ (so there IS wild life/nature all around, sometimes in the house) although everything is well appointed and clean; it’s a wonderful, great place—every morning we just opened up the large, screened doors and windows and enjoyed being there! We do hope to come back again sometime, so I highly recommend it—in fact, I already have to friends who asked about it when they saw my pictures on Instagram!
Stayed 12 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patti G.

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

Beautiful

Beautiful The house was gorgeous location was magnificent and the people were very kind and helpful would love to come back soon thank you for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

cynthia m.

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

enchanting!

a week in Shangri-la, actually. We could not have been more pleased with this home, the thoughtful hospitality, and the welcome/helpfulness of Florencio, Rosa, and the neighbors. We are so grateful, Adele, that you could share your home with us. Cynthia in Massachusetts
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

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

Fantastic Refuge Close to Oaxaca City

this is such a wonderful place... close enough to oaxaca to make trips into the heart of the city painless, yet removed enough to offer a peaceful refuge. we absolutely loved our stay here. comfortable. peaceful. beautiful. thoughtfully stocked with basic supplies. attentive and professional management. comfortable beds. fantastic views. such a gem - would wholeheartedly recommend without reservation.

10/10 Excellent

Mitch K.

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

Pretty dreamy

Our stay at El Barco was so lovely. Reset button fully pressed after seven days there! The house is charming with lots of little surprises here and there as you explore. Leaving the doors open all day, hearing the outdoor sounds coming through with a little breeze... Many nights spent on the patio with new friends from the little casita next door.. Neighbors in the compound are so friendly. Pool not so usable during the winter months unless you are looking for a polar excursion! Adele provided all the info we needed, whenever we reached out with random questions. Florencio and his wife were great and we even had their kids over for a play date with our 8 and 6 yo kiddos. Neighbors at Casa Raab are pretty awesome folks as well; Dog rescue = lots of puppies for the kids to snuggle :) Thanks a lot, Adele! We highly recommend this property A+
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Greg H.

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

Why is there no '******' rating?

We came to Oaxaca for the birding, the food, the archeology, the art and to relax. All five goals were reached...and beyond. Great birding including several endemic species and northern migrants. Many right around the house. Delicious food; including local take-out, fancy restaurant, and a home cooked meal prepared by the property manager's (Florencio) wife and delivered to the house. And some mezcal tasting. The Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban are a site to behold. Get a good guide (see below). Art is everywhere, including all through the house! If you can't relax here, you can't relax. Adele, the property owner was extremely thorough and prompt in her communication. Thank you Adele. And lastly, I HIGHLY recommend that your hire Lupe the bus driver. But he is much more than a driver. He speaks excellent English, is knowledgable, charismatic and funny. And best of all, he traces his heritage back to the original culture of Oaxaca; the Zapotec. Lupe gave us great insight into Zapotec culture and the history of Monte Alban. All very safe, quiet and spacious.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W., Washington, DC

Absolutely Wonderful!

This property is so fantastic, we had the most lovely stay! It is peaceful, clean, charming, great landscaping with the most incredible pool and view. We enjoyed waking up and having fresh fruit we had purchased from local markets before heading out to sight see during the day and coming back in the late afternoon to enjoy sunset by the pool with stunning views. There were 4 of us (two couples) and we had more than enough space. There are also so many small and wonderful touches that make the house really exceptional (awesome decor and rugs, pool/beach bags and hats by the door, plenty of towels, lots of kitchen essentials). The house is super comfortable and well maintained, and the property manager Florencio is extremely responsive. We arranged for his wife Sarai to cook us a traditional Oaxacan meal and it was delicious! We rented a car to get around, which we would recommend as it made it super easy to get into the city and beyond. We ended up spending 3 nights in the city and 4 at this lovely property, which was a nice balance. Overall a fantastic stay!!

10/10 Excellent

Terre M.

A treasure of Oaxaca

My family’s stay at this villa will stay in my heart always. We took such delight in the beautiful rooms full of folk art, the terraces and pool set in amazing botanical gardens so well kept. Staff was so kind and Florencio was a real blessing, so available and spoke English so well. When we sat outside on the terrace with our coffee we could hear roosters, donkeys, goats, and new bird calls coming from the village below. Enchanting!

8/10 Good

Eduardo S.

Lugar muy comodo y excelente vegetación

Nos gustó el lugar, la vista, la vegetación, la distribución de las habitaciones. La seguridad es muy buena. La disposición del gerente para atender de manera rápida y efectiva algunas fallas menores en el lavado de un baño y en lavandería. Hubo algunos incidentes con insectos (arañas) dentro de las habitaciones.

10/10 Excellent

Norbert W.

Awesome house built in mexican style plus the best view around from an infinity pool

Adele built a very nice house which we can truly recommend. We will book it again !
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Amazing property - brilliantly managed!

Staying at Casa Barcol was the highlight of a brilliant month in Mexico - The property is beautifully decorated but also well equipped and relaxed - my daughter took photos of the art for her GCSE mexican folk art project! Pool is fabulous and the manager is extremely helpful and attentive with excellent English. We really wished we had booked for longer...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jimena S.

Really beautiful , great taste, private , no owners near.

We have stayed in other properties up here because we like to be off in the country side. This property is perfectly remote. Everything in it is tasteful.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Adele Hammond

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Adele Hammond, artist, and founder of Abrazo Style (a fashion accessories company that works directly with indigenous artisans in Oaxaca and Chiapas, MX), lived in Oaxaca for five years with her husband, John, and daughter, Siena.

Why they chose this property

We love Oaxaca, its culture, its climate, its art and living in a small village on the shoulders of the local mountains.

What makes this property unique

What we love most about our place is that while other people are caught in traffic and fighting the congestion of the city, we are watching the sunset at the pool with a glass of wine, listening to the birds after having spent a lovely day in town.

Languages:

English, Spanish