Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake

9.9

Outstanding(24 Reviews)

House in Sololá Department

12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

We have a lakefront property with a private dock, large deck with a Palapa roof over the lake. The house is a large 3 bedroom, 3 1/2 bathroom modern villa. Magnificent views of the lake and volcanoes.

The Palapa over the lake is one of the most unique features of this property. Ideal for weddings, parties, yoga, or just lounging in the sun. It consists of a 1000 sq ft deck with a palapa roof over half of the deck, providing ample sun and shade. Deck furniture, lounge chairs, hammocks and swings.

The house is a grand villa with huge bay windows looking out over the lake from the living room, dining room and bedrooms. There are three very large private bedrooms, each complete with a private bathroom consisting of double vanities, shower and tub. The master bedroom has a king sized bed, while the two guest rooms consist of 3 beds each (1 King sized, 3 doubles, and 2 can be rearranged to suit your needs). The house also has a fully equipped kitchen, patio, dining room, living room, and meditation room. Perfect for groups of couples, families, or individuals. The house can comfortably sleep up to 12 guests.

The house has a beautiful yard with palm trees, plenty of outside sitting and hammocks, outside furnished patio, lakeside hot tub/jacuzzi, WiFi Internet access, hot water, and a full kitchen with appliances.

Our house sits on the main lakefront path that runs from Santa Cruz to Paxanax. There are hotels and restaurants to enjoy within a 10 minute walk from our home. You can also reach any of the other villages around the lake for day trips by boat. The first public boats begin by 6 AM while the last ones return at 5:30 PM. Private boats can be arranged to pick you up or drop you off at our private dock at any time.

Enjoy the spectacular views of Lake Atitlán and the volcanoes while relaxing in comfort at Casa de Larry. We offer the perfect place for you and your guests to experience the wonders of Lake Atitlán.

Guest Access:

Guests renting the house will have full use of the entire house, yard, palapa deck, and private dock. We have a small casita behind the house where the onsite caretakers live.

If needed, we can recommend private shuttle transportation from the Airport in Guatemala City to the docks of Panajachel and a private boat ready to take you to our private dock. The cost is usually about $150 for the private shuttle for 6 people from Guatemala City and $20 for the private boat. My son and daughter-in-law, Larry and Sarah, are live in caretakers who live in the casita behind the main house part of the year. They will greet you when you arrive and be glad to answer any questions you may have about the property and the surrounding lakeside. Part of the year, we will have a property manager/housekeeper/cook Elena who will be available to assist.

The Neighborhood

Our house sits on the main lakefront path that runs from Santa Cruz to Paxanax. There are hotels and restaurants to enjoy within a 10 minute walk from our home. You can also reach any of the other villages around the lake for day trips by boat. The first public boats begin by 6 AM while the last ones return at 5:30 PM. Private boats can be arranged to pick you up or drop you off at our private dock at any time.

Getting Around

The only way to arrive to Santa Cruz is by boat. If you arrive by car you can easily leave it parked in a secure car park in Panajachel called Kayucos Marino for 100Q a night, located right next to the public docks to Santa Cruz. Public boats run from the docks in Panajachel every 20 minutes and service all the villages from Panajachel to San Pedro. The rate for a public boat from Pana or San Pedro is Q25 per person, while a private boat can be negotiated for around Q150.

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Sololá Department

Nearby attractions

Parque de Aventura Xejuyup

47.8 mi

Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake

9.9

Outstanding(24 Reviews)

House in Sololá Department

12 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this house rental

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Smoking allowed

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Hot tub or spa

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Sololá Department

Nearby attractions

Parque de Aventura Xejuyup

47.8 mi

Reviews

9.9

Outstanding(24 Reviews)

10.0

Aug 2024

Loved loved loved this place! My family loved the location and the view is just amazing!

10.0

Jul 2024

Beautiful and peaceful location with views of volcanoes and lake! I loved that any question I had, was answered quicly. We lost lights the second day and we were given steps on how to turn on the generator! This is our second time at Casa de Larry and we enjoyed our stay there. I will definitely stay there again!

10.0

Jun 2024

We loved staying at Casa de Larry! What a unique place to stay and visit. Our stay in Santa Cruz will be the most memorable of our entire Guatemala journey. The host was very responsive and also helped us in some ways to navigate the country even away from the house. The house was like it was described in the listing with many places to relax and it was just a short walk to the main dock in Santa Cruz. My only regrets were that we didn't book a few more days and that we chose a hazy time of year to come. The view across the lake wasn't as nice as the pictures, but nothing can be done about the weather.

10.0

Jun 2024

Very impressed. Casa de Larry is absolutely beautiful. There is nothing more youll need! Pictures do not do the house justice. Once you arrive to Casa de Larry, it's breathtaking. Equipped with everything for your comfort. I will definitely be staying here again.

10.0

May 2024

Everything was great. We were only 5 people but the house could easily fit more, so there was plenty of room for us to spread out. The housekeeper cooked us a few meals and did laundry which was a nice option and reasonably priced. Having a private dock allowed us to have a private boat drop us off with our bags right at the house. The outdoor and lounge areas were great too. Highly recommended.

10.0

Apr 2023

Casa de Larry is perfect for a relaxing escape from daily life. Eleven of my close friends and family and I enjoyed our stop at Atitlan along our trek across Guatemala. Casa de Larry afforded ample space to socialize in every setting on could seek. Soaking in the sunset and stargazing from the spacious deck and playing cards in the groovy lounge were favorite experiences at this exceptional property, enhanced with lavish gardens and exquisite views, with all the conveniences of home. The private dock made transport to Panajachel easy and the jacuzzi soothed all of our muscle aches from daytime hikes. Our only regret is that we couldn’t stay longer. Highly recommend.

10.0

Apr 2023

This is a wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of the lake. It’s totally comfortable with beautiful gardens and views. The kids loved jumping off the dock and swimming. Elena, the housekeeper, is a great cook which was much better than going to restaurants. It was easy to get around. Lots of cozy places to read a book and relax. I would highly recommend staying here!

10.0

Mar 2023

Ideal location: spectacular unbroken view of Lake Atitlan guarded by 2 volcanos, garden beautifully cared for with a riot of colors, many outside "rooms", mid-century modern house, clear water swimming off the dock, hot tub with view, 5 minute walk to Santa Cruz. Larry, is easy to reach, quick to respond. Look no further!

10.0

Oct 2022

This property was exactly as advertised. Perfect, quiet location right on the lake. Great communication with the host and housekeeper.

10.0

Apr 2022

Casa de Larry was an amazing place to stay to unwind and enjoy beautiful views from sunrise to sunset. As a frontline worker, this trip was cancelled for me at the start of the Pandemic. Working hard thru the pandemic as an ER nurse, this was exactly what was needed to forget and relax a bit. Larry is an amazing host and a great communicator. I will definitely be back for a family reunion that will include my three boys, who would love to jump into lake Atitlan!

10.0

Jan 2022

Thank you Larry for sharing your beautiful house, my family had a great time. Hope to return soon.

5.0

Aug 2021

We all agreed Casa de Larry was our favorite stay in Guatemala! Check in was easy so was check out! We were given advise where to eat and boat prices. Swimming at the lake was our favorite activity so enjoyed that there was a dock to jump off of. All rooms were spacious and the kitchen was stocked with needed items. And yes, we will definitely come back and stay our only wish was that we stayed longer!

10.0

Feb 2020

We are grateful for having had an opportunity to stay in Larry’s incredible home set on the loveliest part of the lake. Everything was perfect and we hope to come back here again someday. Thank you for everything!

10.0

Nov 2019

From the start Larry was very attentive to our request, when we got there we were met at the dock and helped unloading of our stuff, I highly recommend this beautiful place and the staff! We will be back to this slice of heaven away from home! I just can't say enough! Perfect vacation!

10.0

Mar 2019

We very much enjoyed our stay at Casa de Larry. With it's beautiful views and lakefront location, it's very hard to beat. Larry was very helpful throughout our stay.

5.0

Feb 2019

Perfect location on Lake Atitlan, close to the village but with private deck on water. Well set up in house, comfortable, and rustic. Perfect host with lots of valuable information.

5.0

Jan 2019

My family of 12 stayed at Larry's house for Christmas for 3 nights and it was the most amazing experience. He welcomed us at his private dock when we arrived from Panajachel and helped us take all of our luggage and things in. The house was very clean and fully equipped! We made christmas dinner there for our entire family and he had enough kitchen supplies for everything. Even had some things in the fridge and said we could use (honey, juice, strawberries). There was also a helper than came in to help us clean up the kitchen, wash dishes, sweep, etc. All twelve of us comfortably fit in the home and there were various communal spaces around the house to enjoy. We really liked that because there was space for the older people to just sit down and talk but also another space with couches where the younger ones could play games without disturbing the rest of the group. (There is also a game closet that we took full advantage of) The house was picture perfect with a private palapa with comfy couches that we sat on to see all of the fireworks from the surrounding towns on christmas eve. We had such an amazing view of the lake from the front door and even the master bedroom. What a beautiful sight to wake up to! We were able to get into the lake right from the private dock too! Overall Larry was an amazing host, and truly gave my entire family a magical christmas that we will never forget. Thank you Larry for sharing your amazing home. We really hope to be back one day.

4.0

Dec 2018

The home itself was lovely, right on the water and the views to dye for. We were without electricity for 2 days, so that made it a bit awkward! If it happens frequently, Larry should think about getting a generator like other rentals around us. There is one thing I might add, the owner is staying in the casita on the property and although he was helpful, you might feel that your privacy is invaded as he likes to sit where I would guess he considers 'common property'. It was not a problem for us but it might be for others.

5.0

Apr 2018

The house was as described and the view was spectacular! Larry Jr and his wife were so hospitable and helpful. They prepared the house for us and stocked the fridge in advance with all our favorites. Ice is not plentiful and Larry was kind enough to have the freezer well stocked!!!! They offered the best recommendations and were extremely knowledgeable about Lake Atitlan and Guatemala in general. Their recommendation of Xocomil Tours helped us throughout our stay because Frederico and Andreas went above and beyond! Highly recommend this villa!!!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Sololá Department?

The average price for a rental in Sololá Department is £31 per night. This rental is £206 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake

House in Sololá Department

Reasons to book

About this house rental

Amenities

Map of Sololá Department

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Sololá Department?

Is parking included with this house?

Is there a pool at this house?

Is Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Casa de Larry, Lakefront 3 Bedroom Villa, Private Deck and Palapa over the Lake?

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