6/10 Okay
Mary S., Madison, WI. USA
11 November 2019
Breathtaking views, really roughing it though!
VRBO search led us to this spectacular-view property. Listed tips:
---*extremely* glad we had a 4WD vehicle, lots of unpaved/hole- and trench-laden roads.
---Specific arrival directions were not sent until our arrival day, so access was limited while traveling; we found them after arrival.
---Montezuma itself is a very small town with a few restaurants, Mini-supers and B&B/hostels, mostly surfers and some locals; we would hesitate to drive in there after dark (which happens at around 6:00 pm) so dinner in town is out unless you can find a local ride or walk it (also dangerous).
---On-site caretaker, Santiago, speaks minimal English.
---anything we needed we had to WhatsApp with Peter who would then contact Santiago. Both are kind and well-intentioned, but some better oversight of the property would likely help
---a rough first night for a bunch of random reasons---the small bathroom sink faucet broke off the first time we tried to use it, no toaster as advertised (all our meals involved toast), no working oven/stove (unplugged apparently). Eventually all resolved, but few options to work around once you're there.
---Get groceries in town on the way in as told, cooking utensils/equipment are sparse. Plan to eat simply if you eat there.
---Owners' pool for use on property but was somewhat dirty
The cabin is just that---a cabin---with very rustic interior and furnishings. It is very quaint, charming but not the cleanest; if you are prepared for near-camping it's fine, but we had not been, I guess. The shower is outside with limited warm water and flow (fine, it's private and enclosed), the WC is also outside the main cabin which is a trick at night. One must climb up a steep ladder to the sleeping loft and then crawl over to the mattress bed; ventilation provided by two screened windows on either side (which must be shut if any rain.). The deck, the patio and their view are OUTSTANDING, as is the abundant wildlife.
In short, the owners/caretaker are kind, well-intentioned people. This place has a breathtaking view, as does the entire area. It is a commitment to be there and one is limited in realistic access due to travel (we were there during the rainy season, so may be better in dry). There are rough surf beaches and coasts to explore along with waterfalls. The cabin itself requires some tolerance and could use a good cleaning (dusty and musty). Would look at others with similar views for $110/night. But we made do!
Mary S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
