LARGE EXECUTIVE HOME on the beach of the Sea of Cortez with ocean and mountain views from every window. Beautifully furnished with artistic Mexican furniture. From materials and colors celebrating the local culture to being bathed in natural day light you'll enjoy a great kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a professional full-size pool table opposite a spacious living room. Outside there's an outdoor grill, large patio, swimming pool and even a rooftop observation deck and bar. The space Baja's East Cape is a vacation paradise. You can enjoy everything on your own, or, we can make arrangements to have our local Mexican friends and their families take you fishing and sightseeing. Our friends Victor and Victor Jr. are licensed charter captains, and our other friend, Hector is a licensed taxi driver. Hector's wife Cuca is also an amazing chef. Guest access You'll have full access to the entire house, and the grounds. You can also walk or drive up the beach to Hotel Rancho Leonaro, where you can enjoy the bar, restaurant, pool and views. Other things to note There are many things to see, from Missions dating back to the 1600s, beaches, snorkeling, hiking, horseback riding, touring an old silver mine, hikes up to "Flattop" the mesa nearby, hikes up in the Canyon near Santiago, to a freshwater pool, to many beautiful "out of the way" things you just don't see at home. How about the piano museum in El Triunfo? We can arrange for you to be guided to all of these things if you prefer. Or, instead, I can mail you a "things to do" and you can explore on your own!

## The Space

This large executive home is situated on the beach of the Sea of Cortez, offering ocean and mountain views from every window. The interior is beautifully furnished with artistic Mexican furniture, featuring materials and colors that celebrate the local culture. Natural daylight fills the space, enhancing the inviting atmosphere.

The house includes:

- A well-equipped kitchen
- Four bedrooms
- Three full bathrooms
- A professional full-size pool table located opposite a spacious living room

Outside, you will find:

- An outdoor grill
- A large patio
- A swimming pool
- A rooftop observation deck and bar

## Location

Baja's East Cape is a vacation haven where you can relax independently or enjoy local experiences. We can arrange for our Mexican friends and their families to take you fishing and sightseeing. 

Our local contacts include:

- Victor and Victor Jr., licensed charter captains
- Hector, a licensed taxi driver
- Cuca, Hector’s wife, who is an exceptional chef

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the entire house and grounds. You can also walk or drive along the beach to Hotel Rancho Leonero, where you can enjoy the bar, restaurant, pool, and scenic views.

## Things to Do

The area offers a variety of attractions and activities, such as:

- Visiting historic missions dating back to the 1600s
- Exploring beaches and snorkeling spots
- Hiking and horseback riding
- Touring an old silver mine
- Hiking to "Flattop," a nearby mesa
- Exploring the canyon near Santiago
- Swimming in a freshwater pool
- Discovering many beautiful, off-the-beaten-path locations

Additional points of interest include the piano museum in El Triunfo.

We can arrange guided tours to these sites if you prefer, or provide a detailed "things to do" guide so you can explore independently.

Beautifully furnished with artistic Mexican...

Don And Carla

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Home in La Ribera

This accommodation is very beautiful. The house is super comfortable, facing the ocean, with a heated jacuzzi, a well-equipped kitchen, about 2 hours from Los Cabos, with everything you need to enjoy yourself. Just keep in mind that the Wi-Fi doesn't reach the secondary rooms, but there is good coverage in the main room and the rest of the house. My family loved the place.

Este alojamiento es muy hermoso, la casa super cómoda, frente al mar, con un jacuzzi climatizado, la cocina bien equipada, a unas 2horas de Los Cabos, con todo lo que necesitas para disfrutar, solo hay que tener en cuenta que el wifi no llega a las habitaciones secundarias, pero si en la habitación principal y en el resto de la casa hay buena cobertura, a mi familia le encanto el lugar

We thought it was very nice, quiet and with a very nice view. You can go out and go to restaurants. The beautiful beach, the sunset The house was better for us than the photos I would definitely have it back

Nos pareció muy lindo , tranquilo y con una muy linda vista , puedes salir y hacer tus viajes a restaurantes La playa preciosa, la puesta de sol La casa para nosotros estaba mejor que las fotos Volvería sin dudarlo

Outstanding property, perfect condition, beautiful, private, and quiet. The pool was glorious and the showers are luxurious. We were comfortable in the ample space. The hosts are helpful and responsive. I'd go back in a heartbeat!

Don and Carla. As we are set to leave Casa Marlin Azul here in the next hour, I wanted to say thank you. Beautiful home and location. The best part was Diana. She was such a huge help. We appreciated her very much.  And although sea sickness cut out fishing trip with Victor short, I could really tell that he wanted us to catch fish so badly. Everyone here is wonderful. Best first experience in this area ever.

Inta, we greatly appreciated your visit and your family.  Everyone was so enjoyable to serve.  We hope to see you again one day.

Wow wow wow. I couldn't have dreamed up a more perfect place for our two families of four to stay. The house is gorgeous with a beautiful open layout and easy access to cook and grille on the patio with a view of the sea. The beach is virtually empty with calm clear blue water perfect for children. The pool is beautifully maintained and you can watch the sky become streaked with pink over the desert as the sun sets. We were even visited by wild horses one night. And Don and Diana were incredibly responsive and hospitable. The two nearby towns are fairly accessible -- La Ribera has roaming donkeys and chickens and Los Barriles has great beachfront restaurants and little tourist shops. My only hope is that this little part of the world stays peaceful and quaint for our future visits. It was an unforgettable week.

Kristen, I'm so glad that you and your family and friends enjoyed our home.  I think your review captures the good energy we all feel when we are there.  I wish you great luck in your future(s) and hope you come back again one day.

Don and Carla’s Casa Marlin Azul home was pure paradise. What a glorious spot. Stunning views directly on the beach. It was a fun and super relaxing time for 4 gals escaping the gray days of the Pacific NW. Don and Carla and local hosts, Hector and Diana were a great help in organizing the airport shuttle and also setting us up with a rental car which was delivered to the house. We did have our airport shuttle driver stop for us to pick up groceries and alcohol near airport before we headed to the beach house so we didn’t have to leave later to get provisions. Waking up to morning coffee on the patio and then walks along the deserted beach, pure nirvana. The beach is pristine and very swimmable. The house is in a beautiful, quiet but growing neighborhood, close to La Ribera and about 25 minutes from the sweet town of Los Barriles. The house was super clean with everything we needed. We used the kayaks and the pool. We loved star gazing from the wonderful hot tub at night. Thank you!

Patti, we are humbled by your praise.  I will say that Diana and Hector are both special and excellent people and very helpful, and I’m glad that as a team we could make your stay a good one.  We hope you return one day.

Beautiful place in a beautiful location. Wonderful remote location for beach vacation. Great hiking in the area as well.

Amazing location and home. We had a perfect couple of days . Thank you

This house was absolutely amazing. La Ribera is a gem. We had an incredible time, felt safe and had a trip of a lifetime with our two sons 10 and 12. The house had everything you need  and is really beautiful. Our boys loved playing pool and I even took pictures of all the rugs because they were all so beautiful. We hope to come back to this magical place. Diana the house manager was amazing and very responsive .  Everything was easy and done well.  We hired her to  cook a dinner for us our last night. and it was the best meal of our whole trip! It was windy and the water was choppy... but We rented a 4 seater ATV from Quad girls that was delivered to the house and drove up the royo to Santiago and la cascada de mayo. It was incredible. I am so greatfullfor the time we were just able to give in this home. Thanks Don and Carla.

Don's place is much more than I originally thought, not only the beautiful house but also especially the communication with Don and Carla. Since it was the first time to visit Mexico and I was orgnizing all the things, including rental car and travel to La Paz for my whole family, it was full of fear about the security and things I should be aware of.  Don and Carla provided all the tips and advices that I need, which was crucial for my trip. Thank you, Don and Carla. Of course Diana who locally helped all the things I need.

Heeyong, I enjoyed our conversation and am so glad you enjoyed our home.  I’m glad you found Mexico’s East Cape to be safe wonderful.  The earth and sea in our area is full of “good energy!”

Great house in a great location. It’s off the main tourist track—but that’s the point in going there. Hosts were extremely quick to respond and help with local intel. Owners and local property manager know the area and make recommendations beyond what is easy to google.

Wow!  What a beautiful spot!  A stunning home complete with ocean waves, mountains, beaches and wild horses.  Every imaginable amenity was thoughtfully included and our hosts’ recommendations for in-home massage and a beautiful dinner cooked at home were magnificent. We have nothing but wonderful things to say.

Thank you Heathre!  We try very hard to please.  Glad you had a fantastic trip!

This was an incredible stay. The house is truly incredible. It had everything we needed and more. It was comfortable, it was beautiful. The kids loved the pool, the beach right outside the house was deserted and calm. Waking up to a morning swim on a beach I had to myself was something else entirely. There was a working desk that I was able to use for work (as well as a printer, but I didn’t try it). The WiFi was good enough to take several work calls, and worked both inside and outside the house (on the patio). There’s a pool table that we enjoyed (surprise!) and though we never came around to use the kayaks the paddle board was super fun. We are 100% going to need to come back for a longer stay. We’ve had to move on to our next adventure for this trip, but are sad we allocated so little time to this little patch of paradise. Also, Don/Carla were super responsive and friendly throughout. We’ve stayed in tons of Airbnbs over the years, this is easily in our top 2

One of the best vacations we have taken. Clean peaceful and beautiful beach

Thank you for being wonderful guests Shayan!  We are so happy you had a wonderful stay!  Our home and area are full of good energy for sure!

Another fantastic stay! This was our second time renting this beautiful house, and it was just as amazing as we remembered. The home is spacious, well-maintained, and has everything you need for a relaxing getaway. Being right on the beach with such easy access was a huge highlight—we could go from the pool to the ocean in just seconds. I had to work part of the time during our stay, and the house was set up perfectly for remote work—quiet, comfortable, and with strong Wi-Fi. The owners are excellent communicators—responsive, helpful, and kind. The house manager truly goes above and beyond to make sure everything runs smoothly. We can’t wait to come back again!

Better than advertised! Our family had a phenomenal time at Casa Marlin Azul. It was our 2nd time staying at the casa and I hope we’re able to get back for a 3rd time in the not too distant future. Don (owner) / Diana (host) were incredibly helpful and proactive in their communication making check in a breeze as well as recommending things to do: fishing charter, snorkeling / diving adventure , and restaurants (in La Ribera, Los Barriles, etc). After a fun packed day thepool was a great spot to cool off. Perfect spot for families…there were 7 of us (including 3 kids under the age of 8) and everyone had a blast. Shells & sea glass to collect, kayaking / paddle boarding / swimming, fishing from the shore. Casa Marlin Azul has it all. If you’re looking to escape the hustle and noise of Cabo…La Ribera / East Cape (and specifically Casa Marlin Azul) is the spot to do it. We’d give it 6 stars if we could! Thank you Don & crew for helping us make some family memories that will last forever!!!

This was our second time visiting, and we love coming here with our family. This time, we rented quads, which made it super easy to get around when we needed more groceries. The weather was perfect, and we already can’t wait to come back again!

Don is a great host. Always responsive, as is his local host Diana. His place is truly special. We watched whales every day, snorkeled off his quiet beachfront and enjoyed an authentic dinner cooked by his recommended private chef. Just a fantastic stay. Highest recommendation. Photos don’t include rooftop sunset viewings which are a must.

I have nothing but good things to say about Don and Carla's place RIGHT on the beach! We brought two teenaged girls who were in heaven! We took advantage of the kayaks, paddle boards, pool table, pool, hot tub and the best of all the beach!! Everything was there that we needed and TBH you are a ways out there but we knew that going there from the other reviews but totally worth it!! We went snorkeling at Cabo Pulmo which is actually a national park and we had no idea. I highly recommend going if you're looking for something to do. We will definitely be going back. There is also a little hike to get your blood pumping right behind the house with amazing views!!!

Great place to stay. Our families had so much fun and the house had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.

We had a great stay at Don and Carla's. Everything you need was fairly close by and we always had a fun drive to and from.

Great place, relax 100% will stay again …  away from the city noise…

Beautiful home! Perfect for a family gathering and with friends. Loved the privacy of the location and the house is very beautiful, clean, and comfortable. Will come back!

Loved Don and Carla’s place, as other reviews say, the photos don’t do it justice. The rooms and bathrooms where fantastic, the privacy of the home and closeness to the sea is absolutely stunning… my children enjoyed having sand next to the pool, they played for hours and hours! We will for sure come back and we’ve already recommended this place to friends and family. Thank you so much Diana, Don and Carla!

Casa Marlin Azul was a wonderful house to rent. Don and Carla were communicative during the entire time. Diana checked us in and made a dinner there for our first night. The house is in a great area, close to La Ribera and only 25 min to Los Barriles. Very nice beach right behind the house. Nice hike 5 min down the road, turn right on Eurika, go east, the trail head is on the left where a small break in the fence is and parking just to the right off the road. The layout of the house is great, master on one side and other bedrooms on the other. There was everything we needed at the house. Very nice attention to details by Don and Carla. Toilet paper, tissue paper, towels, all kitchen items you’ll need, coffee maker and filters, water out of the filter in fridge was good to drink. Some homes don’t have the basics, but they did. We had a great stay here, and would definitely come back. Thanks Don and Carla for a great place to stay and for your communication!!!

We had a great stay at Marlin Azul.  A sweet spot nestled on the beach and a great place to unwind. We took advantage of the pool, hot tub, and the beach that was right outside the gate.  Hosts were very helpful. It’s a bit of a drive to town but that’s part of the charm.  A great find.

What a great place with beautiful views and right on the beach. Our family loved the place with everyone getting thier own bedrooms to sleep in as long as they wanted making it feel like a real vacation. Great space for families or a group of friends. Feels like your in the middle of nowhere but its only 20 minutes to Los Barriles to the North and 10 minutes to La Ribera to the South where you can find plenty of resturants, shopping, and supplies.

It is slow location the house is very comfortable with many amenities and an amazing view!!

Es lente ubicación la casa está muy cómoda con muchas amenidades y una vista increíble !!

Before our arrival Don provided many local recommendations that proved to be useful during our stay. We especially enjoyed our trip to El Triunfo. Don provided some history and recommendations and it made it even better. Both Don and Diana, the house manager were exceptionally responsive to any questions or issues that arose. The home itself was well stocked and included everything one would need to make the long, sandy beach enjoyable including cooler, shade, chairs, kayaks and paddle boards. During our stay, we were lucky enough to see turtles lay eggs and hatch during. We also enjoyed long walks on the beach and the adjacent desert. We loved Casa Marlin Azul and hope to return one day!

Beautiful home right on the beach. Would be great for a family or 2-3 couples.

We had a great time at CasaMarlin celebrating my parents 50th wedding anniversary. Plenty of room for our family of eight. Don was very responsive as we planned our trip and the amenities are great. We did a fishing trip with Victor Jr., got enough fish for our entire stay and my husband hooked a marlin! We did a dinner with Diana our last night which was great but we all decided it would have been better our first night as it was so easy and would have been great after traveling. I was worried about shade but the beach tent at the house worked well, we’re getting one for home in San Diego now! Thanks for a wonderful visit, we’re already talking about “next time.”

We have stayed in La Ribera area before We stayed at casa Martin azul and loved it Hot tub works great Very private rental Safe Pool table was a nice bonus We caught mahi mahi and a striped marlin as well as other fish and cooked them on the grill We would recommend this house to anyone wanting privacy and quiet

Beautiful home! Don was easy to work with and the house manager, Diana,  had the place perfect when we arrived. We enjoyed everything about our stay and would stay there again.

Thank you Carrie!  We enjoyed your group!

We LOVED this place! Can’t say enough about it! Spacious, clean, comfortable and right on a beautiful beach! Pool and hot tub were perfect! Large bathrooms and bedrooms! The photos don’t do this place justice!! We will definitely be back! Highly recommend fishing with Victor! What a fabulous experience!

Juli, you and your family were special guests.  Thank you.  You are always welcome at our home.

Don and Carla’s home exceeded our expectations. The pictures don’t capture how truly amazing it is. Both Don and Hector, the property manager, were proactive in communicating before our trip, as well as super responsive and helpful with our questions. They made our stay easy - from setting up a couple nights of authentic Mexican meals cooked in the home, where to walk for great snorkeling, and fishing with Victor Jr. The house was perfect with our kids. We felt safe, and it was so nice to have the privacy of the pool, hot tub, and the beach right out the back door. We had the best vacation as a family and wish we would have stayed longer! We will definitely be back!

The house is amazing, right on a beautiful and clean beach, we saw dolphins and whales from the house, you can go and have a closer look with the kayaks. The amenities are great, the heated pool and jacuzzi amazing during the cooler nights. We were 2 families with 2 children each and everybody had their space and privacy. Thank you so much for a fantastic stay in a amazing area.

Two families of four stayed at the house and it was perfect. We pretty much had the entire beach to ourselves. It was spectacular. The house comes with kayaks and paddle boards to use. The pool and hot tub were great to have also. The local property manager, Hector, was extremely responsive, and we had some local ladies come over and cook dinner for us one night. It was the best food we had the whole trip. The location also felt very safe. I highly recommend this rental.

I can't say enough good things about tour stay. The home was beautiful, right on the beach. The pool and the spa was amazing. The property manager, Hector, was very friendly and helpful. Hector helped with getting us an ATV rental and helped with chefs for in-home cooking. I highly recommend staying here and I hope to stay here again! Definitely a great option to stay in Mexico and away from the crazy Cabo San Lucas area.

From when I booked our vacation, the hosts were quick to respond and friendly. The house was easy for us to find, and when we got there, check in was a breeze! The house was clean and everything was in working order which can be an uncommon theme for anyone who knows Mexico! The beds were comfortable other than the twin bedroom, our son slept in. He found them very hard but some people like a hard mattress. The spa was initially confusing to figure out but Hector was fast to help us figure out how to use it properly. It was so wonderful to have a nice HOT tub!! The beach was amazing and sandy! We’re used to Los Barilles’s rocky beaches, so this was a real treat! The first day the ocean was calm enough for the boys to take the kayaks out and get close to some pilot whales, which they said they will remember forever! The house was well stocked, and the knives were generally sharpened. All in all definitely one of, if not the best place we’ve ever stayed! Well be back soon

The beach was right out the window. the swimming pool was easy to take care of. they had pool guy come and clean it every 3 days. everything about it was was great. it was what we were looking for in did held up to all of our expectations

What a fantastic vacation!!! And it's all because of the oasis Don and Carla have created on the beach in La Ribera. Renting this house was THE best decision for our first trip to Baja—it was absolute perfection! Set RIGHT on the beach in a very quite town, this place is the perfect base to really experience what Baja has to offer. We lounged by the pool and the clean beach with spectacular views of the mountains; took walks; and enjoyed watching the sea birds, manta rays jumping, and SO MANY WHALES!!! They were tail slapping and breaching almost every day. We ventured into nearby La Ribera and Los Barriles for lunch and wandering. Everyone we met was lovely and welcoming. We headed to La Paz one day for a boat trip and whale shark swimming adventure with BajaCo—we HIGHLY recommend. Hector hooked us up with a UTV to drive on the beach and to a waterfall. We recommend having Carolina and Paula make you dinner—we did 3 nights and it was amazing!!!! Our kids were in heaven.

Awesome stay at a lovely home. Great for two families with five kids. Hector was great and the location right on the beach plus the pool+spa were invaluable for our setup. The only issues we had were the interior control panel for pool+spa was inconsistent in its connectivity (jets/blower and temp mgmt) and the bunk bed frame seems like it may need to be shored up, as there was a lot of movement in and squeaking from the frame when users reposition during sleep. Overall, we would highly recommend, thanks again y'all!

Don and Carla's place lived up to the great reputation you see in previous reviews. The scenery is beautiful, the amenities were great and in working order, and the connections and resources they provide with cooking, transportation, and local recommendations was so helpful. Don was super communicative leading up to our trip with a lot of local recommendations, and Hector was there for everything we needed during the trip. Everything from meals, providing transportation, and even getting us on the water for a fun day of fishing, Hector was a star. The scenery speaks for itself, but the extra stuff is what made this one of the better stays I've had with Airbnb. A big thanks to Don, Carla and Hector for making this a memorable trip. I'll absolutely look to come back if I get the chance.

Beautiful home in a beautiful location. We had a wonderful stay!

We are happy you enjoyed your  stay, Kelsey!  Thank you!

Beautiful home Amazing location Everything was super easy . Host was great

The house and location are beautiful, the view is unbeatable, the jacuzzi was enjoyed by the infants of the family and by the adults (hot and rich water). The house has all that a family needs for their vacation, we went through the super before because there is no close to the house (only an oxxo about 7 minutes away) In December the Sea of Los Cabos is cold and we were very cloudy and very windy but despite everything we enjoyed it. If you're looking for a place of peace, this house is a great option. Thank you very much for everything!

La casa y la ubicación son preciosas, la vista es inmejorable, el jacuzzi fue disfrutado por los bebés de la familia y por los adultos (agua caliente y rica). La casa tiene todo lo que una familia necesita para sus vacaciones, nosotros pasamos antes por el super porque no hay cerca de la casa (sólo un oxxo como a 7min) En diciembre el mar de los Cabos es frío y nos tocó muy nublado y mucho viento pero a pesar de todo lo disfrutamos. Si buscas un lugar de paz, es una gran opción esta casa. Muchas gracias por todo!

The house was beautiful. The pool and patio were amazing and relaxing. Very responsive host.

Nice and neat. Working hot tub. Nice appliances. Comfortable stay overall. No reliable wifi.

My family of six had an incredible stay at Don and Carla’s, lovely and responsive hosts. The house is decorated in a local artisan style with a comfortable layout with three bedrooms and three bathrooms and a large dining/living room area and pool table. The location of the house is perfect on a calm stretch of beach 45 min outside of Cabo next to the Four Seasons…we spent most of our days on the beach unwinding. We chartered a boat to go fishing with Victor and caught two mahi mahis …the marina was 5 min away. Carolina cooked breakfast for us each morning and we rented atvs for a day. Definitely rent a car if you don’t plan on cooking everyday and need to eat out and if you do plan on cooking…make sure you buy everything you need before coming to the house as it’s a bit far to get to a grocery store.   We also saw two whales from the beach, rode horses and saw turtles hatching on the beach in Los Barilles. It was magical and would highly recommend!!

Awesome place. The pictures don’t do it justice. Much easier than I expected to get there and there are some great stops in between landing in Cabo San Jose and driving to La Ribera (Casa Marlin Azul). Our two kids (ages 7 & 5) loved the pool + spa. The stars at night are amazing. It was too windy to go out on a boat for fishing but Don / Hector / Victor got us situated with some surf fishing gear which was perfect. Caught a couple fish right in front of the house. Also got the surprise of the trip when we noticed a group of freshly hatched turtles making their way from the sand into the surf. Really cool to witness. If you’re looking for an alternative to the hustle & bustle of Cabo. This is the place to go. Quiet, peaceful, and surrounded by stuff to see and do via daily baja adventures. Don’t hesitate to book it and experience it. Thank you Don! Appreciate all your support throughout the booking process. Phenomenal family vacation for our family. Already planning our return trip!

Our group of friends had a great time at Casa Marlin Azul! The location is a bit remote, but we had a van for day trips, and loved just hanging by pool and relaxing. On the days we stayed at the house, we would start the day with a beach run, or a run/hike to the mesa which was 4 miles round trip. After a quick rinse in the outdoor shower, the pool was refreshing and relaxing. We also did day trips to hike near Los Barriles, snorkel at Cabo Pulmo, Santiago to the waterfall, and La Paz to swim with the sea lions (highly recommend). The mercado in La Ribera was easy to restock on supplies and we ate most meals at the house in the well-stocked kitchen. We tried to eat at the Rancho Leonero as the host recommended, but needed a reservation, so headed to Los Barriles where there were plenty of options. The house is set up perfectly for a group, with plenty of room, extra towels, kayaks to use, and a great roof top for sunsets. We would love to come back for another vacation!

All the rumors are true. This place is an absolute gem, one of those rare places that are better than the photos. My wife and I stayed a week for our anniversary and only used a portion of the expansive space. The house is immaculate. The beach was what we came for and being able to walk right out onto the sand, with no one else in sight, was magical. It really felt like we had the whole coast to ourselves, priceless! The beach is ideal for swimming, sandy warm, shallow and calm. I am missing staring out over that water already, watching the fish jumping and birds diving. There is a stunning lagoon about a half mile down the beach with amazing birdwatching too. Don and Carla were friendly, hospitable and super fast to respond. I had lots of last minute questions and their answers were extremely thorough and thoughtful. Hector was super friendly and he always texted us back immediately. This is one of the best airbnbs I've ever stayed in.

Beautiful place in a beautiful area of the country. We didn’t know the area and were worried it was going to be boring or ugly, but it turned out to be a great find! The house is very well kept with comfortable beds, swimming pool and on a sandy beach with great shallow water perfect for spending the day in. The Don and Carla were super friendly before our arrival and when we got there Hector took care of us and was ready to help with all of our enquiries and requests, including organising a horse ride from the house and a delicious dinner made at home by two great cooks. A fantastic place for a family or group of friends!! Thanks!!

The place is right on the beach with a great pool. House is very comfortable and has everything you might need. They did a great job cleaning the house in a hurry because they had a late check out and Don was always attentive and responsive. The same can be said for the local contact. We only stayed for one night but we would gladly do it again for a longer stay.

This house is really the most perfect place for a big family.  Our family of 7 each had our space and we didn’t feel like we we’re constantly on top of each other. The house itself is beautiful, but the location makes it absolutely incredible.  We were often the only ones on the beach. We were able to see several cool fish right off the shore. We also kayaked and used the SUP’s. They were all great. La Ribera is the perfect spot!  If you want to do some shopping or go to a great dinner, go north 30 minutes to Los Barriles. If you want excellent snorkeling and scuba, go 45 minutes south to Cabo Pulmo. If you want to hike to the most amazing spring fed waterfall, go to Santiago, which is less than an hour away. We also hiked the mesa (the flat top hill) that was only 5 minutes away. This was the best trip we have ever had!

Amazing house and location! We will be back!

Perfect place if you want total privacy, beautiful beach and peaceful surroundings. Far from town and not easy to get to. I will strongly recommend to get a local to pick you up from the Cabo airport to drive you to the house, the property manager Hector will help you arrange it. The house is very comfortable, great pool and grill area. We had a great time, rode horses on the beach, and went to Cabo Pulmo to snorkel and dive which was another unforgettable experience. The rest of the time we spent at the house, relaxing at the pool , enjoying the beach and the unbelievable sunsets. We loved the area and are hoping to repeat our vacation with other family members. Highly recommend it.

Great house right on the beach. The hot tub and pool were amazing!

Casa Marlin Azul is fantastic in every way! If it’s available, book it! Spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Extra towels were provided for the pool/beach and there are plenty of hooks on which to hang them. Home location is very easy to find and mostly private. We watched whales and dolphins from the fabulous hot tub. We enjoyed the home’s pool, paddle board and kayak. It felt as if we had our own private beach. Grill was a nice bonus along with the washer and dryer. They even supplied the necessary soaps. We enjoyed the home and activities so much that we ventured away only twice. Don and his team are exceptional hosts. Don was prompt with communications and offered recommendations perfectly suited for our family. He and Hector went above and beyond. Hector is available and ready help when needed. Check in and check out were seamless. Casa Marlin Azul Exceeded our expectations. Would love to visit again!!

We had a wonderful week at Don and Carla's -- such a beautiful spot on the Sea of Cortez.  We has some excellent weather, at times the ocean was like a big lake it was so calm.  We enjoyed the Hot Tub/Pool, taking the kayak's out, enjoying the sunsets and sunrises from the beach, stargazing from the rooftop.  We took day trips to El Truinfo, Barrilles and Cabo Pulmo.  Luckily, they were having annual Spring Festival in El Truinfo that weekend so they had a big market set up, traditional dancers from Baja and other states in Mexico.  Excellent Paella at El Minero.  The snorkeling at Cabo Pulmo was excellent -- did some on our own one day and a tour one day -- the tour takes you out to snorkel with the Sea Lions!  Fished with Victor Jr. as well - he is very nice but we had a slow day on the water.  You can fish off the kayaks in front of Casa Marlin Azul too if you like - caught a nice Sierra Mackeral near the red bouy off the beach.  We will be back for sure!

We had a wonderful week at Don & Carlas. We were there in February and it was COOL. We booked this place because it has a hottub and the pool gets a little hot water overflow - we used it almost every day. Most other spots we found had non-heated pools in winter. The house design was perfect as the main bedrooms are on separate sides of the house. So, the grandparents got one side and we stayed on the other with our daughter and it was quiet/spacious. Love the remoteness and the beachfront view. Don sent us a helpful guide about where to eat/what to do. We went to hotsprings and Cabo Pulmo. Hector is the local contact and he was VERY responsive and helped with an easy check in and all our needs/questions. You definitely want a car that is heftier than a sedan. Lots of dirt road driving. We definitely hope to stay here again! *Make sure you find the homemade tortilleria in Los Barilles, on the block behind Chapitos. That was a real treat.

This stay was Amazing!!  We (2 couples) had spent a week in Cabo and then came here for a “vacation from the vacation”!!  It was Incredible!!  Such a beautiful home in the most relaxing and beautiful setting!  We rented UTV’s for the week which allowed us to get around to La Ribera, Buena Vista, Los Barriles, and even into the interior mountains to Santiago and El Churro!  What fabulous experiences!!  The home had everything we needed and more, and the pool table provided great evening entertainment!!  This stay is Highly Recommend by all of us!!

This was our second time staying at Casa Marlin Azul and it was just as wonderful as the first time. Very private and beautiful house with many activities nearby. We will definitely be returning!

Our family of 5 spent the first week of February at Don and Carla's, and we had an absolute blast. We had rented a side by side with a local company in Los Barilles and enjoyed endless miles of beach and fun. After travelling to many beaches in this area I can honestly say that the beach in front of the house is one of the best. We watched whales , dolphins, manta rays and sea lions from the house as well  We hope to be back!

Mark, we are so glad you had a great trip.  I’m impressed that you saw rays and sea lions from our house?  Hope to host you again one day.

Absolutely perfect vacation spot for a quiet getaway. This Airbnb is exactly as advertised. Beautiful location, home, and amenities. The pool table was a great addition. Short walk to Flattop Mountain hike with a great view. And so many humpbacks visible from the back patio! We had a magical stay.

We had a great stay, a week in a little paradise! Quiet, secluded, cozy, everything we were looking for! The house is well located, Hector is dedicated and available. The boards were appreciated by our teenagers! The available chairs, pool and spa are a plus to enjoy the place. Everything was perfect! 😊

Nous avons eu un excellent séjour, une semaine dans un petit paradis! Tranquille, isolé, confortable, tout ce que nous recherchions! La maison est bien située, Hector est dévoué et disponible. Les planches ont été appréciées de nos adolescents! Les chaises disponibles, la piscine et le spa sont un plus pour profiter de l’endroit. Tout était parfait! 😊

My family and I had a great visit! It exceeded our expectations and I’m picky, so that’s not easy! We are already planning our next stay. It was an amazing home, clean, well maintained, the pool and hot tub were perfect, the beach was walkable and swim-able, and we had an added bonus of extremely nice wild horses walking by. I was even able to pet them. Close to Cabo Pulmo, the hot springs in Santiago, and not far from Las Barrriles. We enjoyed every minute of our stay!

Had an incredible stay! The perfect place to spend a week as a home base for all the wonderful day trips and adventures the area offers.

Beautiful house!  Beautiful pool!  Beautiful beach!  This house has everything you could want or need.  We spent many evenings in the jacuzzi looking at the sky.  The location is perfect for a private quiet get a way.  There are also many resources for when you want to get out and do activities.  The PM Hector was very responsive.  He was also helpful in arranging a ride for a couple of our family members from the airport.  It was comforting to know they would be taken care of.  Five star experience!

The house is AMAZING!!! It has everything you could need. It is on the out skirts of town but we loved our private oasis. Very helpful to have a car with high clearance for the dirt roads. Hector is a great at helping with anything you might need. We booked fishing with Victor Jr and it was incredible. Great fishing guide! The pool and hot tub were our favorite part of the house. Also the rooftop views were out of this world. We had a couple issues with the stove but Hector was so wonderful and came over right away to fix the issue. We would absolutely stay here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful; relaxing getaway.

Great experience and all was as advertised. Will return in future.

Don and Carla’s place is amazing. This was our second year in a row spending a week there. The new pool is an amazing addition. I highly recommend staying here!

Absolutely loved our stay can't wait to be back. It's so hard to travel with kids felt safe with our little ones, was perfect with big beautiful big doors to Knock out sound during nap time. We used Hector and his family during our stay to do grocery store runs and pick up drops from the airports, it was so easy and made our trip stress free. I think next time we would rent quads to do our own runs. We loved the beach access and pool was perfect there was a little waddling area made it great for the little ones learning to swim to hang out on. The sand area inside the gates next to the pool was also convenient we popped out the tent and the kids were building sand castles right there.

This house is a gem . we loved it so much.Can’t wait to go back. Don, Hector, victor sr, victor sr. were amazing. . It has a very lovely design. Great flow for the house. outdoor shower is great. The pool is incredible. The fishing was great. we rented quads on rode on dirt trails. we saw sea turtles  nesting right in front of the house. pool table is great. kitchen is great . shorts are great. I can’t wait to come back

Thank you Daniel.  We are so glad you came.  Thank you for recognizing both the property and our commitment to our guests!

Amazing hidden gem! Don and Carla were fantastic hosts and gave us great recommendations for the area. The house was perfect and very private. We highly recommend staying at Casa Marlin Azul!

we really love this vacations, the house is amazing it has everything you need, the view is breathtaking and the pool is just great to relax and chill with the family. Don was very welcoming since the beggining, always answering my questions and trying we had a terrific time. the check in and check out really flexible just you need to stay in touch with Hector. I mean this experience was great, we are already planning our next vacations here!!... don't hesitate to book this property is AMAZING!!... and the best thing is that is private, we were all by ourselves the 5 days, nobody was in the beach just us, we even saw a turtle in front of the house!!. So if you are looking to relax and be just with the family and had a great time, this is the TO GO house!!...

our family had a wonderful time at Don and Carla's house, we always had communication with them and their property manager Hector who was aware of the check-in and check-out , the truth is that we had a wonderful time, the house facing the sea , with a pool and jacuzzi and we had all the comforts , it is special for families and couples ,the decorated Mexican style is very nice ,  the kitchen is equipped with everything you need , there is hot water, wifi, air throughout the house , washer and dryer, BBQ, in short, it has everything you need to spend a wonderful vacation, we will definitely rent this house again, thank you very much for everything.

nuestra familia pasamos un fin de semana en casa de Don y Carla , siempre tuvimos comunicacion con ellos y con su Property manager Hector que estuvo al tanto de el check in y check out , la verdad nos la pasamos de maravilla , la casa frente al mar , con alberca y jacuzzy y tuvimos todas las comodidades , esta especial para familias y parejas ,el decorado estilo mexicano muy lindo ,  la cocina esta equipada con todo lo necesario , hay agua caliente , wifi, aires en toda la casa , lavadora y secadora, BBQ, en fin tiene todo lo que necesitan para pasar unas vacaciones maravillosas, definitivamente volveremos a alquilar esta casa , muchas gracias por todo.

This was a great place for our group of friends + kids. Private with a fenced yard and right on the beach. The new pool was an added bonus! There are mini supers and taco stand around but not much development or easy to find restaurant options. The house is well equipped though and the beds / bathrooms are amazing!

We had a wonderful stay at Don and Carla's beautiful home! It is spacious, stylish, and well appointed, with everything you need to relax and enjoy the remote surroundings- and the fun extras like the pool table and Netflix were appreciated in the evening after a day of adventuring! Don connected us with his amazing fishing guide friend Victor and we had the best fishing experience we've ever had in Baja. We also highly recommend trying some of the excursions suggested in the guidebook. And of course there's the beautiful empty beach to enjoy every day! Overall it was a great stay and a nice chance to explore another part of the East Cape.

Don and Carla's house is wonderful, the location on the beach is incredible and fairly isolated. We only saw a few other people on the beach in the two weeks we were there. The en suite bathrooms made it perfect for a family trip. Beds are quite firm but comfortable. We were here in January and got a few calm days at the beach but it is the windy time of year and was quite windy for most of the time. Be aware that you are a 10-15 minutes from La Ribera or Los Barilles on dirt roads. If you want a relaxing and quiet place in Baja this is it.

This bnb is stunning! We totally enjoyed our stay, the communication with the co host (Hector) was great. The beach was totally the best part. It was a nice and relax family travel. We highly recommend this Airbnb, it is one of the best we’ve stayed.

If you want solitude this is the place. My son and I sat on the beach for 3 days and saw one other party. Can be quite windy in the afternoon so take advantage of the calmer mornings. The place is well equipped, clean, and spacious. Wireless works well. There is a golf course and marina being developed just south of the property so catch it while it is still quiet. Don and Hector had great suggestions from the hotel bar just a short walk to the North along the beach, and then there's Los Barriles if you have transportation about 15 minutes to the North.

We had a terrific stay at Don and Carla‘s house. It’s in a great location on a beautiful beach with everything you could want. We hope to be able to come back before things get too developed around there.

This seaside home is comfortable for 8 people and up to 10. There are three bathrooms and the gathering spaces are ample.

This house is located on one of the most beautiful beaches on the east cape. It was clean, comfortable and laid out well for traveling with family. The beds all very comfortable and we will for sure be back!!!

Amazing location and accomodations! We can’t wait to return. Hector makes everything very easy and can help with all questions and needs while in La Ribera.

Don and Carla’s place is great and we would definitely go back. You can’t beat the location and we had the beach all to ourselves for the entire week. Hector was extremely helpful throughout our stay arranged for several dinners for our group. Fishing with Victor was awesome!

Awesome house, so private and tranquil.  If ya a wanna get away from it all, this one a your place, kayaking, paddle boarding and beautiful sunrises

Great location, spacious, clean, well-appointed. Highly recommend having Cuca come cook a delicious dinner for your group. We loved it here and can’t wait to return!

The setting was great, the house is located on a gorgeous swimmable beach, the rooms are all big and nicely outfitted. The house manager was responsive and took care of minor issues quickly.

Great stay! Very comfortable and incredible location. Couldn't be happier with the place. Really good communication and Hector was very responsive and helpful.

Beautiful house and beach. We had a wonderful experience, and enjoyed the beach. Thank you Don for hosting us and for your kindness. We followed all your tips and recommendations, and will keep this trip forever in our hearts. I'm particular thankful for having had the opportunity to meet Hector. He was absolutely wonderful and we are in awe with his kindness and willingness to help. Fishing trips with Victor Jr. were also great.  It is clear that you have formed deep friendships, and your friends are eager to help your guests have the best time during their visit. We feel incredibly lucky to have been in your house. THANK YOU

Don and Carla were very helpful and their communication was great. My fiancé had a broken food and they were very accommodating with our travel details. The house is beautiful and Hector the property manager was fantastic. He had food stocked in the fridge, fishing trips booked, and a rental car waiting for us with just a single request. We are looking forward to coming back!

What an awesome place! Right on the beach with very clean and spacious accommodations.  Quite the way to celebrate a birthday with friends. We will definitely be coming back!

The house is very big, much nicer and spacious than we expected. It's 10 minutes from the nearest store, it's a dirt road so the ideal is to go very well prepared with food. The quality of the house is impeccable, everything works perfectly, it is equipped with everything you need to sleep, wash or cook, even for bathing. A very pleasant experience, we hope to return very soon! Don and Hector's attention, the house manager is excellent, they were always attentive to us during our stay :)

La casa es muy grande, mucho mas bonita y espaciosa de lo que esperábamos. Esta a 10 minutos de la tienda mas cercana, es un camino de terracería entonces lo ideal es ir muy bien preparado con los alimentos. La calidad de la casa es impecable, todo funciona a la perfección, esta equipada con todo lo necesario para dormir, lavar o cocinar, incluso para bañarte. Una muy grata experiencia, esperamos volver muy pronto!! La atención de Don y de Héctor, el encargado de la casa es excelente, siempre estuvieron pendientes de nosotros durante nuestra estadía :)

Don and Carla's house is lovely and sits in the most beautiful location. Don is very responsive and shares a lot of helpful information about the area. It was perfect for our group!

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