We simply echo other reviews: top drawer place. get the upstairs apt for the amazing view during breakfast and/or happy hour. Carlos is a great host and, as a bonus, owns a nice bar/restaurant only 5 min away. this place made our stay so much better than we expected - a treat.

I stayed for a month and a half in this clean, modern, beautiful and safe apartment with stunning views of the lake and lush countryside. Everything Carlos builds, including his nearby restaurant, is of high quality and this apt did not disappoint. High quality bed and bedding, luxurious shower and fully stocked kitchen with nice cookware, all contributed to a feeling of beig tucked in and happy.

We spend few memorable days at this apartment. The view, the setting, the kitchen, the decoration of the apartment everything was perfect. We loved sitting on the balcony absorbing the beauty of the lake and all seven volcanos. Place was very secure and short walk to the center of the village. Carlos hospitality is outstanding. We would definitely return for a longer stay and would recommend this place to friends.

This small apartment was an excellent fit for my daughter and me. Carlos quickly answered all of our emails throughout the booking process. Every time we had a question during our stay there he would be right there to help us out. Sitting on the front porch was the best place to have morning coffee and breakfast and afternoon drinks and dinner. The kitchen has what one needs to prepare simple meals. However we usually ate out as there are many good restaurants in San Marcos including Carlos's Blind Lemon. My Spanish teacher came to the house for lessons right there on the front porch. There was always an ample supply of hot water in the shower and plenty of drinking water. We always felt safe at the house and on the short path to the main road in town even at night. This is a quiet village. The people are friendly and helpful. You can easily take a boat over to visit other villages around the lake. The apartment is definitely a great value for the price. I would definitely stay there again if we get to return.

What can we say? I am not sure which is better, Carlos as a hospitable host or the beautiful apartment? We arrived in San Marcos and instantly knew we wanted to spend more then a few nights. We contacted and looked at a few long term rentals and every time we walked away to think about it and discuss it in private. However, when Carlos met us to show us the place instantly we felt comfortable. The Beautiful apartment we wanted to rent was booked for a a few days so Carlos offered us a private bedroom in his house, with access to the kitchen. When we discussed the options I asked my Girlfriend if she wanted to go have a coffee and think about it. We both agreed that there was nothing to think about. The apartment is beautiful and has one of the best views of the volcanoes and the lake in San Marcos. it is a 4 minute walk to the heart of town and we always felt very safe. San Marcos in general feels very safe. Carlos invited us to hang with his friends whom he had over for a little wine and cheese garden party. He also took me to a nearby town to watch him play at a local music festival. I seriously can not say enough about this property and Carlos. Had he not already had the place booked out, we would probably still be there!!

We arrived in San Marcos on new year's eve and Carlos was waiting for us in his restaurant, Blind Lemon's. He got one of his guys to help us with our bags as we walked up the small hill through the village to the apartment. He lives in another building next door to this one in a complex which is protected by a wall and locked gate to prevent any trouble. The atmosphere in town this night was a little unusual given that everyone was in party mode but Carlos made us welcome and after dinner we enjoyed watching the fireworks across the lake from our balcony, which was also a stunning spot for breakfast or to watch the sun rise. Carlos built the place and furniture and it is really well made with nice touches like the bathroom which is a pleasure and the pretty well provided for kitchen. When we wanted a bigger pan Carlos was happy to provide one and he went and purchased a couple of items we thought were missing from the inventory. He was friendly and we spent a great evening down at Blind Lemon's with him playing tunes for us, some from an album he produced in London, and telling stories. He is a great guitar player and you should take the opportunity to see him perform while you're here! It happened that Carlos needed to travel to Guatemala City airport to pick up his sister on the day that we were leaving and he very kindly offered us a lift. This was awesome as we were able to get to know him and his wife a lot better as we exchanged stories and it became clear how much of a fan of renting and sharing his property he is. It was a thoroughly enjoyable journey, we stopped for an excellent breakfast on the way and then hung out with him for an hour in the city as he ran errands since we were early for our flight. I would not hesitate to recommend staying here - it is a real home away from home.

We live in Los Angeles and I traveled to San Marco with my 79 year old mom, 8 yr old daughter, and a friend. We stayed at Seven Volcanoes' two new apartments (top and bottom floor) and felt very much at home. The apartments were built with beautiful wood ceilings and the showers are stylish and modern. We loved the views of the volcanoes from our balcony and my mom said, "I am going to just stay here, there is no need to go anywhere!" We enjoyed the complimentary coffee and tea and cooking our own food. The brand new gas stove is powerful enough for you to cook anything! My mother and daughter enjoyed picking bananas and oranges from the garden. Carlos is a wonderful host, architect, builder, and musician. Just ask him about anything and he will be happy to share. He played the blues for us at his restaurant, Blind Lemon, and we had a blast learning about the history and culture of the blues. We definitely recommend Seven Volcanoes and plan to stay here again the next time we visit!

We arrived after travelling from Vancouver, Canada to a beautifully built & newly completed apartment with stunning views of the volcanoes from our balcony. The workmanship literally takes your breath away & the showers are so artsy & fun, there is also a nice outdoor shower as well. My son & I spent a month here and felt like new people when we left, as it is such a magical & holistic area of Lake Atitlan. I cooked a lot of our meals and was happy that the little kitchen had just enough in it. We ate the freshest bananas everyday off a perfect bunch that was calling to be eaten, & also such amazing citrus on the property. Carlos is a fantastic host and a wealth of information & also an incredible musician. His family are like family and made us feel completely at home & were able to help us with everything we needed or were curious about. The apartment is a short 5 min. walk up from the town of San Marcos & Carlos's restaurant "The Blind Lemon" which has fantastic music and food. We felt completely safe walking around day or night & his place is in a gated compound so we were never worried about our belongings or safety because someone was always around keeping everything beautiful. A great base to visit the other pueblos from, either by boat or tuk tuks! It was hard to leave but we were booked at the beach in El Salvador for the holidays. You won't be disappointed & will have enchanting memories forever. The people of San Marcos are very happy & extremely welcoming. Thank you Carlos y familia.

We live in Guatemala City and go out to the lake every one to two months. We have stayed in several different towns, but this was our first time to stay in San Marcos. Carlos's place is located right outside the main area of San Marcos and easily accessible via footpath. Our dogs loved this short nature walk. They also loved his enclosed yard where they ran around free. We loved the view from the balcony. His apartment is well furnished with everything we needed for the weekend and also provided us with complimentary tea and coffee. The shower is amazing with sun light shining right down through the skylight and always had hot water. Unlike other places in the area that depend on solar panels, his system is heated by gas, and we had hot showers even on cloudy mornings. I definitely recommend 7 Volcanes and plan to stay there again the near future.

The apartment is nothing short of excellent. It is spacious enough that you can really get comfortable without there being too much space if you know what I mean. The bed is firm yet cloud like with probably one of the most spectacular views in San Marcos. I would wake up for early morning yoga and would see the sun rise over the lake as soon as I opened my eyes. I think that was my favorite part of the room. The bay windows in front of the bed are just heavenly. There is immaculate level of detail in every part of the architecture--from the hand cut stone in the bathroom to the beautiful hand made furniture to the cozy front patio--the overall room just has a great vibe. The kitchen is perfect for small meals and a good cup of coffee or tea. It is a very safe and secure location with a gated wall around the entire property. To be honest, though, I never felt threatened as a young female traveling alone. The location is ideal as it is walkable to every attraction but very quiet in the evenings. The landscape around the house is beautiful too. In all of my travels, I think I slept best here due to the good vibes of the room and decor and the clean, crisp air. Carlos was a great host, nothing shy of excellent. Not only was he very integrated and connected with the local community, he has a great personality--someone you can really shuck and jive with. He was friendly enough to make sure that I felt comfortable in the area but also did his own thing and gave me plenty of space to explore. He has a great restaurant in San Marcos, The Blind Lemon, that offers great food, company and blues guitar. I was lucky to have the opportunity to catch a couple live performances. I was so impressed as Carlos is just as good of a host as he is a blues guitarist. I would highly recommend this apartment to anyone who is traveling in Guatemala. It is worth a long weekend or even a long months stay. My week stay was honestly too short--I am sure I will be back.

My wife and I recently spent a wonderful week at the casita of Carlos Funk, who also owns an excellent local restaurant and blues club. More about that later. We rented the second floor of a two-floor cottage, which is located next to Carlos’s own beautiful house. Our casita experience started with an incredible view of Lake Atitlan and several volcanoes. If you’re an early riser, the sunrises are amazing. However the inside is equally attractive and appealing. In addition to being an outstanding blues guitarist and singer, Carlos is an excellent builder, carpenter, and cabinet maker. He built the house, then the restaurant, and most recently the casita. All are beautiful examples of local architecture with close attention to detail. Carlos made all of the furniture in the suite: bed, armoire, tables, even the lamps. We were blown away by the quality of his work. The suite even has a beautifully-tiled, walk-in shower, with good water pressure and an ample supply of hot water. The kitchen allows preparation of small meals, coffee, or tea, and also makes a convenient bar for drinks on the balcony overlooking the spectacular sunsets reflected on the lake and the volcanoes. Carlos is the perfect host. From arranging your transportation to and from the airport, to entertaining with his music and his humorous stories, to making sure you have everything you need, Carlos clearly wants to make sure you have a wonderful visit to this beautiful guest suite in his corner of the world. Carlos’s restaurant and blues club, Blind Lemon’s, named after an obscure country blues player, rates a separate review, but I’ll tell you about it here because it becomes an integral part of your experience at his casita. The restaurant is run hands on by Carlos’s wife, Cata, a lovely Mayan woman. The food is the best in San Marcos. At lunch, we found the burritos to be particularly good, with different sauces for different fillings. The hamburgers are also excellent. The dinner menu also meets high standards for the American or European visitor: the lemon chicken, the blackened tilapia, and even the steak were all outstanding. I was especially taken by Cata’s mushroom pasta. The food is prepared with great care, one dish at a time, sometimes seeming slow by American standards, but allowing time to soak in the ambiance. With very little arm twisting, Carlos will play a few blues songs right at your table. Overall, this is an experience not to be missed when visiting Guatemala.