Apartment in San Marcos La Laguna, Solola

Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes

Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes

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Room
Covered front porch with lake view, table and chairs
View from the kitchen
Front porch from the door
Lake and volcano view windows

Overview of Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Mountain viewMountain viewMountain view

Check out the area

San Marcos La Laguna, Solola
  • Popular LocationMultiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin1 min walk
  • Popular LocationCerro Tzankujil11 min walk
  • Popular LocationChurch of Saint Peter14 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes

This private, secure, and comfortable second level apartment has a small kitchen with stove/oven and refrigrator, its own covered porch, and a wonderful view of Lake Atitlan and 7, including some live, volcanos. The short 5 minute walk to town makes it easy for shopping, activities, and restaurants, but far enough for quiet nights. The wood furniture for this apartment was hand built by me, having been a cabinetmaker in the states for 25 years. The queen orthopedic pillow top bed is provided with 100% cotton sheets, and the bathroom, with 24 hour hot water from a brass rain shower head, sufficient towels, and complimentary shampoo and soap for stays less than a week. The sofa converts to an extra bed for a child or third person.

The apartment is located inside a secure walled garden and has wifi internet access and use of the washing machine. There's a wonderful private garden to enjoy and often other guests staying with me in the house, or the other apartment, from all destinations, to chat and exchange information with. We can meet you at the public dock, or at Blind Lemon's Restaurant in the central area of San Marcos to help you with your luggage, or even arrange transportation from the airport in Guatemala City if you like.

Property manager

Carlos

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before noon

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
My casa is your casa, but I expect everything to be treated with care and respect.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

San Marcos La Laguna

Located in San Marcos La Laguna, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cerro Tzankujil and Tzantizotz Nature Reserve, while CHIYA Art Gallery and La Galeria are cultural highlights. Parasailing and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin - 1 min walk
  • Cerro Tzankujil - 11 min walk
  • Church of Saint Peter - 14 min drive
  • San Pedro Volcano - 18 min drive
  • Los Elementos Day Spa - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Alegre Pub - 14 min drive
  • Coffee San Juan - 12 min drive
  • Sababa - 14 min drive
  • Lush Apartments - 11 min walk
  • Vida Cocina Creativa - 10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Elegant Apt + Atitlan/Volcano Views @7 Volcanes located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Multiple Use Area Lake Atitlan Basin and Cerro Tzankujil. CHIYA Art Gallery and Church of Saint Peter are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Chris S.

San marcos
What a great place to stay. Carlos is fun to talk to and very helpful. We could contact him easy. The apartment is very nice, clean and safe. We would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019

5/5 Excellent

Nathalie B.

GREAT APPARTMENT !
We had a wonderful stay in this quality well made apartment. Ludwin took care of everything we needed because Carlos was away. The yard is gorgeous and the view from the balcony or the bed, will make you at peace. They make easy for you to compost and recycle, which is a great plus to us. The apartment is 5 minutes away from anything. We could buy everything we needed from locals and even find places to eat with locals.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Claire P.

Gorgeous apartment in a beautiful location with a great host
I had a thoroughly lovely time staying in Carlos' place. The apartment and furnishings are really nice quality and it is a really nice place to hang out and read/relax. Waking up with the view of the volcanoes from the window and bird song in the forest around the house was a dream. The location was great - close enough to the village that you can pop back and forth, but set back in the woods so you can feel in your own little world. Perfect for getting away from it all. Carlos is a great host and the place is nice and secure so it is ideal if you are travelling alone and want a base to feel at home in. There is a house being built on the plot in front of this one, which is in view from the balcony but doesn't obstruct the view of the volcanoes. I did have a sinking feeling when the workers arrived and put on their music on my first morning. But I mentioned it to Carlos who had a chat with them and they agreed to switch it off for the days I was there, which they did and then everything returned back to peaceful birdsong. Otherwise the construction was very quiet while I was there. Overall, I'm very happy and can't wait to come back again in the future! I will be recommending this apartment to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Christian B.

5 Stars!
Magical! Carlos was the perfect host..there when you needed questions answered or supplies, but otherwise not invasive! His apartment is the ideal perch! AND his blues guitar at his restaurant, The Blind Lemon was soothing to the soul! THANK-YOU Carlos and Kata and Son!!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/5 Good

mandy d., Calgary, AB, Canada

Great apartments!
My cousin and I stayed for three nights, we had the top and bottom apartments. Units were as pictured, very comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Carlos was very accommodating and great to do business with! I do recommend ear plugs for the dogs and roosters in San Marcos! Sunrise is beautiful from the top balcony!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Carlos

Host profile image
I am an acoustic blues musician, who passionately loves pre war country blues. Although I was born and raised and educated in Pennsylvania, I have lived on Lake Atitlan, in San Marcos La Laguna, Solola, Guatemala for twenty years and am married to Catarina, a Maya woman born here on the shores of this lake. I love the Guatemalan people and culture, and also have a restaurant here, called Blind Lemon's which features good food and treating guests to some live blues. I also occasionally have acoustic blues guitar workshops here and also have private students.I have two beautiful guest apartments here in San Marcos that have great views of the lake and it´s volcanos. I have built these with local workers who have been with me for years, and I have done the woodwork and built a lot of the furniture, as I worked for years in the states as a cabinetmaker. I feel that my wonderful quiet, secure, and beautiful compound here is much more enjoyable when I can share it with guests.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property in 1995 and started building my house, which is in the same compound as the guest apartments in 1999. I love the location for the wonderful views, and for being a little apart from the noise and activity of the town. It is very natural and peaceful and loaded with tropical plants and birds.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefits of staying here is that you have a secure, peaceful, and quiet place to relax and enjoy and to explore from. Also my experience living here and with my Mayan family can give you some unique and interesting guidance to discovering and enjoying the culture and environment.
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