Walk to Everything! Beachfront Home in Downtown LB - Houses for Rent in Los Barriles, Baja California Sur, Mexico

The Space

Casa de la Playa is a spacious four-bedroom home located on the beach in the heart of downtown Los Barriles. It is the first house to the north of Las Palmas de Cortez Hotel. The Sea of Cortez is just outside your door, providing easy access to kiteboarding, snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, fishing, and kayaking. You can easily walk to town, use an ATV, or take the beach cruisers.

From the moment you enter this property, you will be drawn to the tranquility of Casa de la Playa. This home is centrally located yet offers a peaceful atmosphere. The large front deck features multiple seating areas for observing the beach and the Sea of Cortez. The home has a great connection to the beach, even from inside, while still providing privacy.

This one-story home has all bedrooms and bathrooms on one level, with a solid walking surface from the parking area to the house. A portable ramp is available upon request for the one step to the house.

Bedrooms

• Master Bedroom:

  • Located on the Sea of Cortez
  • Wall-to-wall sliding glass door with privacy shades
  • Master bath features double Talavera sinks and custom Parota cabinetry

• Second Bedroom:

  • Peaceful and quiet with two full-size beds
  • Equipped with a TV, DVD player, and a collection of DVDs in a hand-carved armoire
  • Netflix access available

• Third Bedroom:

  • Queen-size bed
  • French doors opening to a large shaded area with a wicker sofa set

• Fourth Bedroom:

  • Freestanding with its own entrance
  • Queen-size bed, French doors opening to the garden, and a private half bath

The main bathroom, located between the second and third bedrooms, features Mexican tile and a custom Parota cabinet with ample storage for toiletries. Each bedroom is equipped with air conditioning and fans, and the beachside windows have shades to keep the house cool while maintaining the view.

Kitchen and Living Areas

The kitchen is well-stocked and offers views of the Sea of Cortez. It opens to the living room, which also has sea views and multiple dining areas, both inside and outside. The kitchen features handmade Mexican tile and custom Parota cabinets. Bottled drinking water is provided, and the entire house is on a water purification system, allowing you to wash vegetables and drink water from the tap.

The beachside deck includes a barbecue and plenty of seating and lounging areas where you can watch for whales, dolphins, and rays. In the morning, you can observe the fishing boats going out, and in the afternoons, you can enjoy watching kiteboarders or fishermen returning with their catch.

Off the kitchen, there is a courtyard with another wicker lounge area and table, as well as a shaded media area on the garden side of the house.

Amenities

• Two beach cruisers for riding to town
• Two stand-up paddleboards and a tandem kayak for your use
• Access to the pool and hot tub at Las Palmas Hotel (day use fee may apply)
• Private palapa on the beach
• Two outdoor showers for rinsing off sand and salt
• Recently upgraded Starlink internet for consistent, high-speed connectivity
• Equipment for recreational activities: pickleball racquets, bocce balls, books about the area, sand toys, throw blankets, and beach towels

Location

Casa de la Playa is conveniently located within walking distance to many great restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. Guests often rent ATVs to explore the town and take day trips to nearby attractions, such as Punta Pescadero. There are mountain biking trails accessible from the house, and a local shop offers bike rentals.

You can hire our Property Manager, Victor, who also runs the local taxi service, to take you to Cabo Pulmo for diving and snorkeling or to La Paz to see the whale sharks. There are also hiking opportunities to waterfalls and swimming holes. Depending on the time of year, you can take kiteboarding or windsurfing lessons or go fishing.

Guest Access

Guests will have access to the entire property, except for the garage. Additionally, guests may enjoy a margarita at the bar and use the pool and hot tub at Las Palmas Hotel, subject to a potential day use fee at the hotel's discretion.