Lake Front Paradise, - Nature, Adventure & Mayan Culture Collide
Central America/Guatemala/Lake Atitlan Vacation Rental
3 bedroom, 1 bath vacation home sleeps 6 (1 double, 2 sets of twin beds)
Nestled in the small highland bay of Paxanax, below the village of Santa Cruz La Laguna, our villa provides tranquility and stunning lakefront views of 3 unsurpassable sentinel volcanoes.
Space
• Open space living area with fire place and fully equipped kitchen with WIFI
• 3 double bedrooms (1 with Queen Bed, 2 with 2 twin beds). 1 bathroom with bathtub.
• Exterior stairs lead you to the Master bedroom with uninterrupted tree-top views of the lake and the volcanoes.
• A large front terrace with hammock & with lake views used as eating/recreational area doubles the size of the house
• WIFI, a book library, DVD's, wooden floors, fireplace and views to die for
• Lake front garden filled with tropical flowers and fruit trees
• A private dock available for sunbathing, or to take long cool swims
• Cleaning included in price (should you want it)
• Public lancha (boat) goes back and forth every half hour or hour or let us arrange a private boat
• enjoy paradise while you rock in the hammock to the rhythm of the waves.
• Fresh groceries can be purchased in Panajachel every day or at La Iguana Perdida at their Saturday's fresh farmers market
• Lake Atitlan provides a multitude of interesting daily tours and activities around the Mayan villages (see our manual)
• Yoga Classes, massages and other therapies are available nearby at Villa Sumaya
Although Aldous Huxley's comment that Lake Atitlan is the ''most beautiful lake in the world'' His actually words were: 'It is really too much of a good thing.' Come and judge for yourself, we will be delighted to host you!
Guest access
We will send you an email a week before arrival with a code for the lockbox by the front door where we keep the house key. Flor can arrange your pick up to take you to our Villa. You have access to the whole house. Mi casa, Tu Casa :)
Guest interaction
• Our manager, Flor, in Antigua, is just an email/phone call away.
• Our caretaker, Santos will be close by too to help you rent kayaks or get more bottled drinking water.
• We provide you with a list on favorite day trips, restaurants and walks etc... and also tips for "off the beaten path" travel.
Neighborhood overview
If you're looking for a "different and authentic" vacation experience, Casa Paxanax is your perfect option. Located on the shores of famous Lake Atitlan. Santa Cruz is an authentic Mayan village, which is situated at the top of the hill, from where the house is located. Feel free and safe to walk around. If you are interested in Mayan culture, this is a must! There are several nearby bars/restaurants within walking distance to connect with other fellow travelers.
Getting around
In the village, get around by walking to any of the nearby restaurants/bars or retreat centers. Santa Cruz is a 15 minute boat-ride away from the main town of Panajachel, but situated close to several bars and restaurants for easy access to entertainment and meeting other fellow travelers. Otherwise, you can always take a boat to one of the nearby villages to explore the lake!
Other things to note
• The home is located a short boat ride away from Panajachel. The public boats run daily, leaving every half an hour from 6am to 6:30 pm (cost is 10-15Q ($1.50-$2.00 per person).
• We can also arrange a private boat for you from Pana, (cost around $25)
• You will need to park your car in Panajachel, by the dock Kayucos Marina private packing. The cost is Q75/night.
• Shuttle service or Uber is also another way to arrive from Antigua, Xela or the City. We can help you organize your shuttle.
Special Features of this Vacation Rental
Linens & Towels Provided
High Speed Internet
Credit Cards Accepted
No Pets Allowed
No Smoking Allowed
Amenities of this Vacation Rental
Situated on the shores of the world-famous Lake Atitlan (5,100ft/1,555m), Casa Paxanax provides privacy and tranquility, along with unsurpassable views across to the lake's three sentinel volcanoes. This lake-side property is on the small bay and community of Paxanax, nestled below the Mayan village of Santa Cruz on the north side of Lake Atitlan.
From the shore a pretty path winds up a colorful and lush garden, to a charming two-story home with a large, covered terrace. The cozy open-plan living area and kitchen lead to a bathroom (with bath tub) and two single bedrooms. Via exterior stairs the master bedroom is accessed, and has an uninterrupted, tree-top view of the lake.
The large terrace, which doubles as an eating/recreational area, greatly enlarges the atmospheric property. It is the perfect spot for a family meal or to just laze in the hammock with a good book and soak up the atmosphere.
The garden is full of local fruit where you can pick your own bananas, papayas and lemons. Or else fresh fruit and vegetables are readily available at the daily market in Panajachel (Pana). There also a couple of good supermarkets offering all other groceries.
The house also offers a private dock to sunbathe on, or take long cool swims in the calm morning.
Accessible only by boat, it is just a 7 min lancha ride to the main hub of the lake Panajachel. Public lancha go back and forth every half hour or hour.
LAKE ATITLAN
Lake Atitlan provides a multitude of interesting day trips to other Mayan villages around the lake e.g. Santiago Atitlan, Santa Catarina, San Antonio, San Pedro and San Marcos, as well as more adventurous activities like paragliding and kayaking. For those who wish to indulge and pamper themselves, the nearby Villa Sumaya boutique hotel offers yoga classes, massages and various therapies.
Although Aldous Huxley's comment that Lake Atitlan is the “most beautiful lake in the world”, is in fact a misquote, it would be hard to dispute this statement.
His actually words were: “It is really too much of a good thing.' Come and judge for yourself, and see where nature and Mayan culture collide, creating an unforgettable experience.
Amenities of the Resort/Surrounding Community
Situated on the shores of the world-famous Lake Atitlan (5,100ft/1,555m), Casa Paxanax provides privacy and tranquility, along with unsurpassable views across to the lake's three sentinel volcanoes. This lake-side property is on the small bay and community of Paxanax, nestled below the Mayan village of Santa Cruz on the north side of Lake Atitlan.
From the shore a pretty path winds up a colorful and lush garden, to a charming two-story home with a large, covered terrace. The cozy open-plan living area and kitchen lead to a bathroom (with bath tub) and two single bedrooms. Via exterior stairs the master bedroom is accessed, and has an uninterrupted, tree-top view of the lake.
The large terrace, which doubles as an eating/recreational area, greatly enlarges the atmospheric property. It is the perfect spot for a family meal or to just laze in the hammock with a good book and soak up the atmosphere.
The garden is full of local fruit where you can pick your own bananas, papayas and lemons. Or else fresh fruit and vegetables are readily available at the daily market in Panajachel (Pana). There also a couple of good supermarkets offering all other groceries.
The house also offers a private dock to sunbathe on, or take long cool swims in the calm morning.
Accessible only by boat, it is just a 7 min lancha ride to the main hub of the lake Panajachel. Public lancha go back and forth every half hour or hour.
LAKE ATITLAN
Lake Atitlan provides a multitude of interesting day trips to other Mayan villages around the lake e.g. Santiago Atitlan, Santa Catarina, San Antonio, San Pedro and San Marcos, as well as more adventurous activities like paragliding and kayaking. For those who wish to indulge and pamper themselves, the nearby Villa Sumaya boutique hotel offers yoga classes, massages and various therapies.
Although Aldous Huxley's comment that Lake Atitlan is the “most beautiful lake in the world”, is in fact a misquote, it would be hard to dispute this statement.
His actually words were: “It is really too much of a good thing.' Come and judge for yourself, and see where nature and Mayan culture collide, creating an unforgettable experience.
Rate Information for this Vacation Rental
Nightly
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$99
Gardener and Guardian included and daily maid service for 1 hour/day
No Security Deposit for Short Term Rentals :)
Taxes included too :)
This makes is easy for you!
All rates subject to change without notice. Please confirm with owner.
3 Month Availability Snapshot for this Vacation Rental
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Paxanax, we found the house really comfortable and cosy, the VERY well equiped kitchen was perfect for cooking all the delicious ingredients purchased at the local markets, and having Parsley, rosemary and chiles in the garden helped. We used the boat and driver, but it is really easy and lots of fun to flagdown a taxi/boat to head for any destination, that is with many interesting stops, for less than a dollar ( 5 Q) We had lots of fun with the ping pong table and the kids loved the fact that they could watch a movie in the evening while we enjoyed our glass of wine and the breathtaking view. "
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Linens & Towels Provided 
High Speed Internet 
Credit Cards Accepted 
No Pets Allowed 
No Smoking Allowed