This vacation home places you within a leisurely stroll of Lake Atitlán and Cerro Tzankujil. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.
Panajachel Municipal Market - 35 min drive - 15.4 miles
Los Elementos Day Spa - 36 min drive - 11.9 miles
Getting around
Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos) - 112 min drive
Restaurants
Circles - 10 min walk
The Alegre Pub - 15 min drive
The Hidden Garden Atitlan - 11 min walk
Lush Apartments - 13 min walk
Jakuu - 16 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.
MAIN Earthship cabins with EPIC lake view and spring water!
Stay in a home designed to waste nothing. Our Earthship is an architectural marvel built from recycled materials, including tires, bottles, and cans, and is crafted using world-renowned Earthship Biotecture principles and traditional Mayan craftsmanship. This unique property overlooks the breathtaking Lake Atitlan – a supervolcano crater lake surrounded by volcanoes and indigenous villages.
Location & Community
We are situated high above San Marcos La Laguna, Guatemala – a hub for yoga, meditation, and holistic healing. The Yoga Forest is next door, and our neighbor roasts fresh local coffee you can enjoy in the shared outdoor kitchen. San Marcos is a spiritual community with yoga schools, massage therapists, herbal classes, and traditional Mayan culture interwoven with an international expat presence.
Property Overview
This listing is for the entire Earthship property, which includes:
Two main Earthship suites (Portside & Starboard)
Shared outdoor kitchen & community areas
Extensive food forest with coffee plants, fruit trees, medicinal plants, and more
Please Note:
The cabana can be rented separately. The cabins can be rented individually (this listing is for bigger groups that require more space and privacy.
The manager lives onsite in the room under the kitchen. Contact her directly via the information in the listing for rental arrangements or assistance during your stay. If you encounter any problems, contact the owner, Baba John.
Property Highlights
Spectacular panoramic views of Lake Atitlan and the surrounding volcanoes
Designed with permaculture principles: food forest, medicinal plants, tobacco, coffee
Spring water – the best in town
WIFI from high on the mountain for digital nomads
Shared hot shower and wet/dry compost toilets
Gas stove in cabins plus outdoor kitchen (common area)
Staff onsite to assist with errands and comfort
CABINS
Portside Suite (Cabin)
Three-level living space built into the mountainside
Bottom level: twin bed, built-in desk, storage
Second level: built-in bed (extra sleeping or storage space)
Top level: queen-size foam pillow mattress with large windows and stunning lake views
Cozy, cave-like, eco-friendly ambiance with artistic design
Starboard Suite (Cabin)
Spacious suite with queen bed on main floor
Opens directly to kitchen and commons
Three story
3 beds for kids (parents sleep on big bed on main floor)
NOTICE: There is a short hike from the top of the cemetery. Not for the elderly or disabled. Also, we cannot control the neighbors who have events, nor the dogs in the village (which you will hear barking from anywhere).
The vacation home features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include an electric kettle, a desk, and local meal delivery service. Housekeeping is available on request.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
No elevator (single-level property)
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
In the mountains
Things to do
Farming classes
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Bed sheets changed on request
Composting
Comprehensive food waste policy
Farming classes
Garden
Grey water recycling system
Housekeeping (on request)
Living plant wall
Local culture and ecosystem education
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Property does not allow children
Reusable cups
Towels (changed on request)
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
This property doesn't allow children
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses a grey water recycling system
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 11:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
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.
No parking is available onsite.
This property uses a grey water recycling system.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
Long-term renters welcome.
Property is also known as
Earthship Cabin Cave Apartment With Epic Lake View
2 Earthship Cabin Cave apartments with EPIC Lake View
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see close to this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in San Marcos La Laguna, a short 7-minute walk from Lake Atitlán and also 13 minutes on foot from Cerro Tzankujil. You'll also find La Calle de los Sombreros and Calle del Café within a short drive.
Will I be able to park at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.
Is this vacation home associated with a casino?
No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?
No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.
Is MAIN Earthship cabins with EPIC lake view and spring water! a good place to stay for couples?
Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a kitchen and a meal delivery service in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.
Does MAIN Earthship cabins with EPIC lake view and spring water! have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
This vacation home offers breakfast for a surcharge.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?
No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Quetzaltenango (AAZ-Los Altos), which is about 18.8 mi away.
Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at MAIN Earthship cabins with EPIC lake view and spring water!?
Yes, every accommodation at MAIN Earthship cabins with EPIC lake view and spring water! comes with a balcony with some featuring lake or mountain views.
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8/10 Good
Bruno M.
Mar 28, 2019
Nice place
Liked this place a lot, but just be aware that you will share the kitchen/bathroom with other people :)