Yocelin

Reviews

Superhost

81 total reviews

95% rated 5★

81 reviews

4.95

2021–2026

Cleanliness 4.9

Accuracy 4.9

Communication 5.0

Location 4.8

Check-in 4.9

Value 4.8

81 reviews

Casa Gardenia

Nico Mor

Excellent, 1 month ago

It was a very nice week. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and being outdoors. The inside of the house feels cozy. We hope to return soon

A designer retreat that is great for families and pets. Our stay at Casa Gardenia was memorable. It is a “modern retreat” in San Simón el Alto that balances luxury with the serenity of the countryside. We traveled with two children and four dogs, and the place was perfect. The garden is huge and very well maintained. The vegetation provides complete privacy both inside the house and in the outdoor hot tub, allowing you to enjoy the surroundings in peace. House Highlights: - Nordic design: Architecture created with a lot of love and attention to detail. - Sustainability: Built using local materials, rainwater harvesting, and energy-efficient equipment. - Relaxation: The Jacuzzi area is quite a spectacle. It’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a state-of-the-art design worthy of a magazine. A perfect destination for families!

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Fernanda

Excellent, 1 year ago

The architecture of the property is super nice. The rooms are comfortable, the kitchen has everything a little and Yocelin's service is very good.

We had a great stay in this gorgeous property. It’s so nice being close to the restaurant and the paddle ball court, and we had nice walks in the surrounding area. It is so wonderful to be able to totally open up the house to the backyard. A couple of tips to those who rent this wonderful home: they are concerned about keeping their furniture clean, and since I have small kids who can’t always be depended on to have clean hands, I brought a few bedsheets from home to cover up the couch. There is also some construction happening on the road to the house, and you currently (November 2023) have to take a detour up a steep dirt road. Hopefully it will be done soon, but I would rent a car with decent clearance. That said, the road wouldn’t stop us from coming back, it’s a gorgeous property and the owners and very responsive and kind.

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Alejandra

Excellent, 2 years ago

Yocelin’s place is beautiful and perfect for a weekend getaway in Valle de Bravo. The house is lovely and has a great architectural design. Yocelin is one of the most responsive hosts I have ever met; even though the road to get there was being fixed and was a little of a hustle to get there, staying there was so worth it. Very clean, smelled pristine and very well organized. Highly recommend!

After spending 5 weeks in Mexico City my partner and I were looking for a quiet getaway close to the city in solitude and Casa Gardenia was the perfect place. We had our small dog with us and there was so much room outside for him to run around safely all day. San Simon bakery makes the best steaks and are so kind and hospitable. House was very clean and similar to photos. If you’re looking for a oasis this is the place. I would definitely rebook.

Modern cabin in an environment of nature. Well-designed spaces Owners are interested in their space being very clean and staying in good condition. They have a very detailed handbook with rules. I don't think it's wrong, but I don't think it's the best place to bring kids or pets. You have to be very careful not to get dirty. What I liked: - Quiet place and far away. - Clean and tidy rooms. - The maid service (extra cost) is very good. - Bakery San Simón is a very good restaurant a few meters away a few meters from the property. Wide-angle photos give you the impression that it's a bigger space.

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Bruno

Excellent, 3 years ago

Excellent place

We were delighted with the cabin. It is extremely cozy, and the directions for getting there are accurate. We never got lost. Yocelin and Hugo were very attentive when I needed something. Liz, the cleaning girl, helps a lot and cooks delicious food. I recommend her if you want to go to rest and just do nothing. Another very good point is that they allow pets in this beautiful cabin. Obviously, you have to be responsible for them and not let them get on the furniture, etc. I 100% recommend staying here if you want to spend a few quiet days with your family and recharge your batteries surrounded by the forest.

Amazing host! Great place. I have stayed in different places in Valle de Bravo, and this one beats all. Jocelin makes your stay wonderful, and makes sure you have a wonderful time. The place it’s really clean and wonderfully located. Waterfalls near by, a nice cosy restaurant just steps from the cabin. I went with my wife and our 8 month old son, and we enjoyed it a lot. Jocelin even has books and games for the little ones. Definitly going back soon.

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Alejandro

Excellent, 4 years ago

An unbeatable experience, if you want to disconnect it is the place, the house has everything and is extremely comfortable, the view, the nature, really what a great place. Yocelin is attentive and communication flows perfectly. I would come back a thousand times. Thank you!! =)

The cabin is beautiful, super comfortable, with everything you need for a spectacular rest. Everything in it is of super good quality and good taste. It is eaten spectacular at the San Simon bakery which is a 3-minute walk away, to get there you have to spend a piece of terracería but it's worth a rest in the cabin. Excellent communication with Yocelin, who was attentive to everything and recommended Flor to us. Flor helped us cook and clean the cabin. And Andrés took us to the events we were going to. Excellent and highly recommended experience.

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Gabriela

Repeat guest

Excellent, 4 years ago

This is the second time I have come back and as always is a great experience.

This house is simply SPECTACULAR. The place is super quiet and the house is very comfortable in every respect. From the moment you enter the house, you feel a relaxed and very pleasant atmosphere. I was very surprised by the excellent quality of all the utensils and appliances. The outdoor deck is a perfect place for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a campfire. The garden is also very spacious. You feel like you're in the middle of the countryside. Yocelín's service was first-rate at all times. He was always very attentive to us and made sure that everything went perfectly. I highly recommend staying at this house, and I'm sure I'll be back as soon as I can.

We spent a few incredible days at Casa Gardenia! The house is in a perfect location. It faces west, which gives it a spectacular view of the sunsets. We had very sunny and hot days during the day despite it being December. At night it was quite cold and the house always maintained a very pleasant temperature. I really liked the house's architecture. The layout is quite comfortable and practical. The decoration is very tasteful, simple, Nordic style. The house has everything you need to spend a few unforgettable days with your family, alone, or as a couple. From all areas of the house you can enjoy the view of the garden, which is very nice and spacious. There are two hammocks and a trampoline for children. The house has a terrace where you can do various activities. It has an outdoor table where you can have breakfast, lunch or dinner outdoors or read in the two super comfortable single chairs. They have a Weber grill with all the utensils to be able to grill meat, as well as a fire pit for family gatherings to eat roasted marshmallows. There is firewood already cut for the fireplace, but I loved that there is a log with an axe to have the experience of cutting firewood. The terrace is a very enjoyable space in the house. It has an umbrella and a gas heater. The sofa in the living room is very comfortable. You will surely spend hours watching movies covered with a blanket. They have all the platforms for a movie or series marathon. They have several board games. The internet is good. The kitchen is very practical and has everything except a microwave. But since you know the house, you understand why there is no microwave, which is never needed. It's part of the experience. On the ground floor, there is a full bathroom that serves one of the bedrooms and functions as a guest bathroom. The other bedroom does have a bathroom. The master bedroom is upstairs. I loved it!! The bed is King-sized, and the sheets and blankets will envelop you… I slept like I hadn't slept in a long time. I loved the pillows. I wanted to steal them. The bathroom in the master bedroom is awesome!! It's super spacious. You can literally take a bath in the outdoor tub. It's super romantic for a couple or for bathing the kids after a day of adventures. The bathroom features a terrace and a small table. Features parking for several vehicles. The place is safe and is surrounded by other very similar houses. You can't miss walking in the mornings to buy a shell at the Panadería San Simón. (It is 100 meters from the house). They have freshly baked bread every day. The vanilla shells cost $5, which is unbelievable... and they are spectacular. You can ask for them to be heated and eat them there with a hot coffee or hot chocolate. The pizzas baked in their stone oven are delicious, and you can order them for takeout. A few meters away, also on foot, there is a place where you can rent bicycles and they have guided tours. We spent some unforgettable days. We will definitely be back. Yocelin is super friendly and was always attentive to what she could offer. The house is new, everything is impeccable. Super experience.

If you are looking for an incredible place to rest, disconnected from the hustle and bustle of Valle / Avándaro, this is the place. It's a spotless, incredibly decorated, spacious and close‑knit home. Communication with Yoselin and Hugo was very good, excellent Internet connection (perfect for Home Office), and the Panadería San Simón is just steps from the house (also highly recommended). Treat yourself and get to know this house

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Gabriela

Repeat guest

Excellent, 4 years ago

It's a beautiful house. All Ikea style and super clean. And San Simón el Alto has incredible places for hiking.

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Edgar

Excellent, 5 years ago

Great place with stunning architecture, and a fantastic forest at the footsteps.

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Daniela

Good, 5 years ago

Casa Gardenia is a privileged home if you're looking to connect with nature and spend a few days away from the bustle and day-to-day activities. The design and construction of the house is modern and very tasteful. The garden is huge and allows you to do outdoor activities. You can also contact the guide that Yocelin (Erick) recommends and get to know the waterfalls of San Simón and reach some springs. 100% recommended. Communication with her is direct and fast, plus she's super friendly and always willing to help and answer questions. The house has a detailed and clear instruction manual that specifies what can be done and what is not, I recommend reading it first. In the description it mentions that it is pet friendly, derived from my experience, I do not recommend that they take dogs that are accustomed to being inside the house and to live with you in all areas of the house, get on beds and armchairs, since due to the fine and delicate of the furniture and decoration, the dogs are not allowed to climb. Another point is that I did not see specified in the description or somewhere that there are security cameras in the room and the terrace of the house, I asked and Yocelin assured me that they were turned off while I was in the house, still I felt a little uncomfortable. Now, I decided to spend most of the time out of the house so I didn't miss some point in the manual, especially because my dog could get on some armchair. The house and location are incredible, if they do not feel uncomfortable with the cameras that do not know if they are on or off and/or do not have dogs, or they are not used to climbing chairs this place is totally recommended and the house is very good.

Host Response

Thank you Daniela, in the listing it is clearly specified that the house has security cameras in the public areas and they are only activated in case there is any issue while we are away. The house is pet friendly, but that does not mean that dogs can climb with muddy legs on the armchair like in any other accommodation or hotel pet friendly. We have hosted many families with dogs and we had not had to send to wash the armchair. Regards

We really enjoyed the place. The house is new and with details that are appreciated. The design as well as beautiful is functional. Please mention the design of the bathroom in the master bedroom in which you can enjoy a relaxing bathtub with the windows open. A most visit the San Simon bakery just steps away from the house, the food and the delicious bread with open spaces. The house features a light floor. The neighbor has a very friendly dog wearing croquettes for him if you like dogs. If you don't like them, they go smoothly and don't enter your spaces. Many thanks, we spent very nice days.

We spent a dream vacation in one of the most beautiful houses we have ever met. The house is spectacular, it has everything you need to make you feel more than welcome. The architecture is breathtaking, modern, and with the warmth of a Nordic cabin. Super equipped, the beds delicious, every corner of the house is very well cared for. The main stay is surrounded by windows to see all of nature while cooking. The garden is very large and beautiful, our little dog enjoyed it a lot. The location is unique, you are in the middle of the forest with a delicious climate. Nearby you can go for walks in the middle of the forest, where you can collect mushrooms or you can reach some waterfalls. Hugo and Yocelin were always very attentive to anything we needed to make our stay unforgettable. Adrian and his whole family helped us a lot with house issues. It is undoubtedly a very special and unparalleled place!

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