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Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows!

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 84623 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Puerto Peñasco, Sonora
  • Place, CEDO
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Playa del Este
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, El Malecón
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Puerto Peñasco

Located in Las Conchas, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of sights such as CEDO and Playa del Este. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • CEDO - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Playa del Este - 2 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • El Malecón - 11 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Bonita Beach - 12 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Encanto Beach - 39 min drive - 17.6 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Mannys Beach Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Al Capones - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Toxic Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hanta - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Combo Taco - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows!

WELCOME TO YOUR BEACHFRONT LUXURY RETREAT IN LAS CONCHAS
Experience unparalleled beachfront living in this expansive two-story home located in the exclusive gated community of Las Conchas. This privately gated property offers four spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms, ensuring both comfort and privacy for your group.

ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN
The home features stunning artistic brick domes in the dining and master bedrooms, along with floor-to-ceiling tinted glass that showcases breathtaking views of the Sea of Cortez. The great room is crowned with a 22-foot high cathedral brick dome ceiling topped by a gold cupola, allowing natural light to flood the space. The home is furnished with imported pieces from the Philippines, including a unique whale’s tail coffee table, grand white pillars, an automatic gas fireplace, and a Bose stereo system.

KITCHEN AND DINING
The large fully equipped kitchen includes a side-by-side refrigerator, high-speed halogen cooking center, dishwasher, microwave, drinking water system, and satellite HDTV. The dining area is surrounded by tinted glass walls, offering stunning ocean views as you dine.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS
The master bedroom features floor-to-ceiling ocean views, a king-size bed, and a cathedral brick dome ceiling. The master bath includes glass block walls, custom cabinetry, and granite countertops.
The second main floor bedroom offers two queen beds with hand-carved headboards and a private custom bathroom.
The downstairs Whale bedroom includes a hand-carved king-size bed and a large custom bathroom.
The fourth bedroom also serves as a TV center, with a memory foam queen-size sofa bed and a private bathroom.

OUTDOOR LIVING
Enjoy a large private upstairs veranda with a gas barbecue, perfect for relaxing afternoons or stargazing. The property also features a covered porch, beautiful whale mosaic, hot and cold water beach shower, and easy beach access.

AMENITIES
Central air and heat, fans in every room, WiFi, satellite HDTV, and a drinking water system are included for your convenience.

HOUSE RULES
No smoking inside the home. This home is pet friendly with prior approval; the pet fee is $75 per pet. The maximum occupancy is 8 adults. Exceeding this limit without authorization will result in a $1500 penalty. Sheets and towels are provided.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a TV with satellite channels and a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a sofa bed, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 4 private bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 4,623 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Whale Tale Spectacular House Puerto Peñasco
Whale Tale Spectacular House
Whale of a Tale Spectacular
Whale of a Tale 3 BR 4 BA House in Puerto Peñasco Sleeps 8
Whale of a Tale 4 BR 4 BA House in Puerto Peñasco Sleeps 8
1911-89454

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Las Conchas within a short 18-minute walk of CEDO and also 20 minutes on foot from Playa del Este. Mirador Beach is also within a driving distance of 4.1 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows! good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring ocean views.

Does Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows! have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows!?

Yes, every accommodation at Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows! comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Reviews

Whale of a Tale features panoramic beach views with floor to ceiling windows! Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 71 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jase C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Owner should have house better preoared

Architecturally beautiful great beach location. Oceano, the management company was outstanding at responding to issues. A/C worked great. Cons: lots of ants on cabinets, mouse dropping in every lower cabinet, no umbrella on deck, micro and oven not functional (manager got fixed), TVs did not work (management fixed small tv), not so much as a broom for cleaning(I.e. a broken glass, or if someone got sick), mouse ran across kitchen 2x while cooking (we elected to eat out every night after), no access to a washer and dryer. House is for sale and in need of updating. None of this was managements fault..I would rent again from them but probably not this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great trip with some disappointments

We stayed in the house with our children and grandson for a total of 6 nights. The house is beautiful, kitchen is decently stocked with most things that you need for meal prep. The balconies, sitting room and kitchen areas were the most used, missing the beautiful beach views. On the first day that we checked in we arrived after the office had closed but our keys and a map were left and we had no issues finding the house. A maintenance guy even stopped by and made sure we had his number should the need arise. Everyone was nice and accommodating. On day 5 we lost water in the house. we called the maintenance guy and the rental office, leaving several messages with no response. A repair person from the leasing office showed up and was going to take care of the water issue. it took 6 hours for us to get water again with no follow ups or updates what so ever. water went out again the following day with a better response time. Customer service is severely lacking, even when brought to their attention that customer service needs improvement still no improvement. no one from the leasing office apologized for the inconvenience- first step in customer service. I asked several questions and most were ignored and never responded to. there was no compensation or further follow up regarding the issue. I was informed that the leasing company was going to see what they could do for us regarding some sort of compensation and a week after we checked out we continue to be ignored.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Denise D.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing stay

Given the price point for this property we were extremely disappointed. No working TV, house was dirty upon arrival, no measuring cups, no hand mixer, fans were loud and not in good condition (unusable), bottom floor smelled of cat urine, no working lights in the master bedroom, dishes were chiped, cups, utensils, and plates were dirty in the cabinet, 4th bedroom isn't a bedroom-it has 2 pullout sofas, and no way to lock the house when going to the beach unless you went out the front door and walked all the way around! We love going down and we do go down every few months-this house will not be chosen!
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beachfront and Ahhhhmazing!

This house is right off the beach, setback for privacy, has a great secluded patio, huge open area with fireplace, and large bedrooms with large bathrooms. Everything is updated, but remains an iconic, Las Conchas beach house, with Mexican flair, and simple vibes. Great pace for family or groups. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

wendy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house

The house was amazing with expansive views
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue M., Manhattan Beach, CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Paradise

If you need a break this house is for you. Quiet and serene. Clean, clean, house
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teri M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

This home it’s a very beautiful property! It was super clean and really well maintained. We had no problems whatsoever during our stay. It is directly on the water although there are some sand dunes with shrubs right between the property and the waterfront so it’s set back just a bit from the beach. But not much and we had direct access and unlimited views of the sea. The fourth bedroom is actually a sofa bed in a family room, but it was downstairs with its own bathroom and a door that closed so privacy wasn’t a problem. I do wish the property provided bottled water since most rentals do that. The filtered water at the sink and refrigerator was a mere trickle and not functional. 100% I would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

This is the perfect place where we were all able to just relax an study.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Miriam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

cupula azul

we had mice in the house, the internet was not good and one of the bathrooms the toilet was not working properly, we ran out of water the good thing was more water was provided
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous property

Enjoyed every minute of this stay! Loved the property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Gary L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whale of a Tale

Whale of a Tale is a beautiful house, right on the beach. We have stayed here before and loved this house, so we returned this year, even though we were charged a full five day payment when the owner's strict cancellation policy would not let us postpone a visit to Rocky Point during the pandemic. We enjoyed our return visit this year, with a few caveats. There was only one trash bag in the kitchen, no paper towels, and no broom. Oceano, the local management company, did provide us with a broom and a few trash bags. The other problem we had was that one of the refrigerator door shelves was not fastened properly when we arrived, so we lost a bottle of wine and two bottles of salad dressing when the shelf fell out of the refrigerator. On the other hand, it is a lovely home, and generally well maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Merilee R.

great house and location but could have been cleaner

House is awesome, views from patio are wonderful, location on beach could not have been better. Bring your own bottled water because the filtered water in kitchen and fridge do not work. downstairs and bedrooms windows were dirty inside and out, all window shades were filthy, loads of dust everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L., Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness

October Getaway

This was our second visit here. We very much enjoy this home and its proximity to the water and the fish market shopping and dining area. We lost power for a few hours but spent the time on the deck with a full moon for light. It was beautiful! We are already planning another trip next month.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ahreum L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Boyfriends 40th bday stay

The pictures do no justice! When we first walked in we were amazed at the size and the view of this property. It had a relaxing energy and loved how beautifully they designed the place. The ceilings with the dome light and bricks were a great touch. It was literally steps to the beach. The A/C and ceiling fans worked great and all kitchen amenities were included so it was very convenient. Each bedroom has its own huge bathroom and there was an outdoor shower to rinse off the sand after the beach! The driveway was gated so we felt secure leaving our cars on the property. We were all very happy with this property! We will definitely book here again when we’re back in Puerto Penasco.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing.

The home was significantly more beautiful in person than as advertised, exploring the tide pools was equally exciting… I only wish we could have stayed longer.

10/10 Excellent

Patricia O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good review

Everything was good. Only thing was they wanted all of us to have rist bands and they charged me an additional $75 a night for the 9th person which was my 5 year old son.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Very clean and gorgeous house
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary Trip

My husband and I were celebrating our 28th wedding anniversary. The house was beautiful. Quiet, private, and right on the beach. Our stay was peaceful, relaxing, and so much fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L., Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness

March Trip

Awesome! Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kent D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome. Perfect. Incredible.

WOW!! What a place. This was like renting our own private beach. From the time you walk in the front door and look out the large glass wall of windows at the beautiful Sea of Cortez it is breath taking. The home owner has gone above and beyond on the interior and exterior of the home its drop dead gorgeous. We could not have picked a better home and we all had a whale of a time. Thanks again!

2/10 Terrible

Christopher V.

Disliked: Cleanliness

RUN!! We were robbed and the owner could care less

We showed up to find that there was a water leak and the water had to be shut off. They sent over 2 workers to fix the issue. Once they left we discovered that $440.00 and a pair of sunglasses had been taken. We contacted the owner and he said a "massage person" from the beach might have done it. Problem is all the doors were locked and the only people with access was us and their workers. The next day the water pipe was gushing water out the garage so we called again. What was our compensation for having no running water for the better part of the first day and being robbed??....$100.00 Frank the owner thought this was a fair compensation. The home is dated and the fourth bedroom is a pull out couch. If you are reading this rent another home!! This one is not what it's cracked up to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Vacation Rental

Family was so happy with the location and view from this house. Enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lance J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome experience

When you walk in the door, that view is everything. The rooms are spread out nice, the kitches is huge, the balcony is great with plenty of chairs and a gas grill. The walk to the beach was a little longer than we liked but thats ne nitpicking. Loved this house. Wifi worked great fyi.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Diana G., Chula Vista

The impression if the property was good. The house looks nice on the pictures.

My experience at whale of tale was not a good one at all. To start of the A/C did not work on te downstairs floor. The fourth bedroom is not really a bedroom it's a converted living room into a bedroom where the only TV in the house is there. There is no bed but rather a sofa bed. The house is infected with cockroaches LOTS of them. To get to the beach you have to go around a few bushes and rocks. It's not really a beachfront home. The dinning room had no light as we were never able to turn it on nor the patios. So they are a waste at night. We mentioned it to afew maintenance guys who came around while we were there and they only said someone else would come fix and never did. We ran out of water everyday we were there and were left without any water service for 5+ hours. Our overall experience at whale of a tale was bad and would difenetly not stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

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