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eddie - 12-8-2009 at 08:06 AM

have read so many great things about this location but am not getting any response to inquiries (emails, u2u, etc. to shari) about room availability at juan y shari's b&b... won't be traveling with camping gear, so are other accomodations available here? gracias

Timo1 - 12-8-2009 at 08:14 AM

Hi Eddie
I believe Juan and Shari are in Agua Verde right now
She'll definately get back to you when she gets home

zforbes - 12-8-2009 at 08:19 AM

When I last spoke with Shari, it sounded as if she would have several rentals available after her return. It sounds as if there will be a choice of places for you to stay. She sould be home soon. Zoe

[Edited on 12-8-2009 by zforbes]

Diver - 12-8-2009 at 08:23 AM

Yes, Shari is traveling and will get back to you as soon as they return.
They have numerous rental homes available ranging from very basic to very nice.
I think they are also renting a B&B room as well.
There are numerous tiendas in town for food and supplies and a few nice places to eat.
Also a gas station and agua purificado and much more.

mulegemichael - 12-8-2009 at 08:33 AM

we always stay in their beach house and it is fab!

bahia asuncion

eddie - 12-8-2009 at 08:35 AM

gracias all! sadly, we must begin our trek north this coming thurs (maybe friday - we hate to leave!).... maybe we'll hear from shari in the next couple of days.

David K - 12-8-2009 at 08:41 AM

Agree... the house in town right, not the shack at San Roque?

Very nice... stayed there a couple nights in '07.

The San Roque shack is great if you are camping... right on the beach. The 'beach house' in town is a 2 bedroom with large living room where more can sleep if needed... kitchen, washing machine, TV with VCR and movies (watched a really good movie Shari recommended, Capt. Corelli's Mandolin with Nicolas Cage and Penelope Cruz). House is next to the beach.

Shari and Juan are great hosts! Bahia Asuncion is a perfect fisherman's vacation location!

[Edited on 12-8-2009 by David K]

DianaT - 12-8-2009 at 08:45 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by eddie
have read so many great things about this location but am not getting any response to inquiries (emails, u2u, etc. to shari) about room availability at juan y shari's b&b... won't be traveling with camping gear, so are other accomodations available here? gracias


There is a clean, basic hotel in town with a small restaurant. Very nice people there. You cannot miss it on the main street in town.

Small town and beach is by the town.



[Edited on 12-8-2009 by DianaT]

ArvadaGeorge - 12-8-2009 at 09:04 AM

What are the roads like?
what is the road to tortugas like?

Last reported sighting of shari y Juan

Pompano - 12-8-2009 at 10:11 AM

Dateline December 6-7, 2009
Coyote Bay



An ocean approach - new boat


Kitchen gathering

Stopped by to visit enroute from Agua Verde vacation trip. They should be home by now..or will be very soon.

If anyone is coming by Coyote Bay enroute to Asuncion, please stop at my place and pick up 3 12-volt batteries I have for Shari y Juan. Gracias.

We just completed a trip to Asuncion and we'll be posting a full report here very soon. Roads, stores, campgrounds, fishing, cafes, and good times. ;)

SiReNiTa - 12-8-2009 at 10:17 AM

HI Eddie, i'm Sirena, Shari's daughter, my mom will be back today but in the meantime, i believe we do have several of the houses available, the choices are on my moms website (www.bahiaasuncion.com). Our house phone is not working for some reason but i will u2u my cell number if you need anything. When are you planning on arriving?
And to the question about the road: I was surprised at how much they have paved, such a difference from a few years ago when it took us 3 hours just to go from vizcaino to asuncion...watch out for the pot holes coming out of vizcaino they are getting nasty, take it slow, when you hit the turn to asuncion it's nice and paved 3/4 of the way if not more, only about 10- 15 minutes of dirt road left, and well dirt road will be dirt road (haha) i would say take it slow, it jumbled us pretty good while driving here but it's not as bad as other times. Hope to see you soon!!

See you soon!
Sirena

[Edited on 12-9-2009 by SiReNiTa]

Hi SiReNita

Pompano - 12-8-2009 at 10:29 AM

Hope your folks make it home okay.

Here's a photo of the new pavement..and some dunes trying to cross it.

Go slow at night, folks..there are cattle on some stretches...not to mention those potholes. ;)

Paladin - 12-8-2009 at 10:39 AM

Eddie

Wait for Juan and Shari to get back.

Stay with them

You wont be disappointed

To each his own

Dave - 12-8-2009 at 10:44 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Agree... the house in town right, not the shack at San Roque?


I consider the shack a castle and San Roque a paradise. If I could, I would spend the rest of my days there.

Pomp, If at all possible drive that behemoth out there.

You won't regret it.

boe4fun - 12-8-2009 at 11:01 AM

What Dave said. I love that place! Try staying out there for a couple of nights if at all possible. Other than that, one of Shari and Juan's rentals in town will provide you with all the amenities you need (or might want).

David K - 12-8-2009 at 11:44 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by boe4fun
What Dave said. I love that place! Try staying out there for a couple of nights if at all possible. Other than that, one of Shari and Juan's rentals in town will provide you with all the amenities you need (or might want).


The haunted church and pirate ghosts are the best part!

David K - 12-8-2009 at 11:46 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by Dave
Quote:
Originally posted by David K
Agree... the house in town right, not the shack at San Roque?


I consider the shack a castle and San Roque a paradise. If I could, I would spend the rest of my days there.

Pomp, If at all possible drive that behemoth out there.

You won't regret it.


I wasn't putting down San Roque... I was clarifying which one of the two he was talking about... they are both 'on the beach'.

DianaT - 12-8-2009 at 11:47 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by SiReNiTa

And i promise you would not want to spend the night in the hotel instead of one of the casitas, not until they do some really good fixing up http://forums.bajanomad.com/images/smilies/tongue.gif

See you soon!
Sirena


Very neighborly of you to run down the businesses of others in the community. I am sure they will enjoy reading this as they do follow this forum.

David K - 12-8-2009 at 12:03 PM

Roy stayed at that motel in 2007 when we stayed at the Beach House...

Not only where there issues with the room, but another guest arrived later and blocked Roy's vehicle from leaving the next morning... Was quite an issue with no onsite manager and there was no need to park behind Roy.... but hey, that was 2 whole years ago... and as I said before... One shouldn't judge a place by an infrequent visit! You have choices... a beach house or a motel room on the main street, behind the restaurant... check them out!

The restaurant is great, by-the-way... When we ate dinner there with Shari and Juan... they had TWO choices (no menu) meat or fish. They were both good!

DianaT - 12-8-2009 at 12:10 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by David K
but hey, that was 2 whole years ago... and as I said before... One shouldn't judge a place by an infrequent visit! You have choices...


Very true---things change, and even the restaurant you ate at has been moved and the building torn down.











[Edited on 12-8-2009 by DianaT]

SiReNiTa - 12-8-2009 at 01:02 PM

Diane, I am pointing out the obvious, the hotel still has issues, the people that run it are very nice but the rooms are very small, i had friends staying there once and there are as dave said, issues. But let eddie decide where they stay, i am merely trying to make their stay as comfortable and nice as possible.

Sirenita

DianaT - 12-8-2009 at 01:13 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by SiReNiTa
Diane, I am pointing out the obvious, the hotel still has issues, the people that run it are very nice but the rooms are very small, i had friends staying there once and there are as dave said, issues. But let eddie decide where they stay, i am merely trying to make their stay as comfortable and nice as possible.

Sirenita


Sirenita,
A question was asked, and I answered it---there are choices.

And yes, you should promote your mother's business. But perhaps the best way to do that is not by running down the businesses of others in your community.

Diane

Hook - 12-8-2009 at 01:33 PM

I just got back from BA and would recommend that you bring just about everything you need, especially specialty alcohol (is Kahlua REALLY a specialty in Mexico?). fishing tackle, decent veges especially lettuce. We are getting great cantaloupe over here for 2.5 pesos each right now, so the market must be flooded with them. Look for some on your way down. Very common for the veges, especially the avos and the melons to be overripe to the point of rotting. This was in a solid week of searching. Groceries arent cheap there, either. Totopos are the national brand types.

Of the two restaurants I tried, I would favor 3 Hermano(a)s. But we had a killer meal from Brenda, the wife of Manuel the fisherman, when we returned from fishing with him. Word is that they will be opening a restaurant/bar in about a month. More options is better, IMO.

Still, the beauty of the area far outweighs the minor inconveniences that are not inconveniences at all to many.

Bajaboy - 12-8-2009 at 02:17 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by DianaT
Quote:
Originally posted by SiReNiTa
Diane, I am pointing out the obvious, the hotel still has issues, the people that run it are very nice but the rooms are very small, i had friends staying there once and there are as dave said, issues. But let eddie decide where they stay, i am merely trying to make their stay as comfortable and nice as possible.

Sirenita


Sirenita,
A question was asked, and I answered it---there are choices.

And yes, you should promote your mother's business. But perhaps the best way to do that is not by running down the businesses of others in your community.

Diane


I have a friend coming down over Christmas. How should I describe the motel to him? I don't want to offend anyone? What kind of amenities does the motel offer? I've only seen the place from the outside and a peek in a door from the street.

Zac

God help this place!

ELINVESTIG8R - 12-8-2009 at 03:00 PM

Let's all sing along instead of gouging each other!Can I hear an Amen?

[Edited on 12-8-2009 by ELINVESTI8]

David K - 12-8-2009 at 03:16 PM

Zac, unless it has changed... tell them to bring bath towels... Roy's (The squarecircle) computer is down, otherwise he could add more.

rts551 - 12-8-2009 at 03:31 PM

I have stayed there a couple of times during my ATV trips north. Nothing fancy, just the basics. BUT i was glad to have the room after a couple of days on the road. And we always enjoy eating at the restaurant, I have always found the owners there to be very accommodating.

Some people might try to compare this hotel to areas with more tourists and more competition. Not fair. It was only a couple of years ago that this area was relatively unknown. Tourism is just now starting to come in. I am sure the 5 star hotels will follow. but at the current time its just the basics with the exception of playa Arce/Bondi.

Ralph

Bajaboy - 12-8-2009 at 03:33 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by rts551
I have stayed there a couple of times during my ATV trips north. Nothing fancy, just the basics. BUT i was glad to have the room after a couple of days on the road. And we always enjoy eating at the restaurant, I have always found the owners there to be very accommodating.

Some people might try to compare this hotel to areas with more tourists and more competition. Not fair. It was only a couple of years ago that this area was relatively unknown. Tourism is just now starting to come in. I am sure the 5 star hotels will follow. but at the current time its just the basics with the exception of playa Arce/Bondi.

Ralph


Thanks Ralph. Do you recall about how much a room cost at the time? Do they have tv? Appreciate the info.

rts551 - 12-8-2009 at 04:22 PM

250 pesos last time I stayed. No TV that I remember... but could be wrong there.

Curt63 - 12-8-2009 at 05:37 PM

AMEN

BajaGringo - 12-8-2009 at 06:33 PM

Stay with Juan & Shari - they have a good track record and are active Nomads who have done lots to help many others here on the forum. If the hotel owners (who supposedly read this forum) were to beome active members here more of us might warm up to them as well.

Just my two cents...

rts551 - 12-8-2009 at 06:44 PM

Gringo. pls reconsider that the only good place is associated with an internet forum. Otherwise its only worth two cents!

fishbuck - 12-8-2009 at 06:59 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by Bajaboy
Quote:
Originally posted by DianaT
Quote:
Originally posted by SiReNiTa
Diane, I am pointing out the obvious, the hotel still has issues, the people that run it are very nice but the rooms are very small, i had friends staying there once and there are as dave said, issues. But let eddie decide where they stay, i am merely trying to make their stay as comfortable and nice as possible.

Sirenita


Sirenita,
A question was asked, and I answered it---there are choices.

And yes, you should promote your mother's business. But perhaps the best way to do that is not by running down the businesses of others in your community.

Diane


I have a friend coming down over Christmas. How should I describe the motel to him? I don't want to offend anyone? What kind of amenities does the motel offer? I've only seen the place from the outside and a peek in a door from the street.

Zac


I stayed at the hotel. It was sufficient. I didn't have any problems. The price is right.

BajaGringo - 12-8-2009 at 07:39 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by rts551
Gringo. pls reconsider that the only good place is associated with an internet forum. Otherwise its only worth two cents!


You misread the intent of my post - I never said that. Shari and Juan are known to all here on the forum and there are hundreds and hundreds of posts/pictures/stories of happy campers and their experiences with them. There are only a few posts about the hotel and it appears that the few reviews available offer at best a question mark. Going with Juan & Shari seems like a sure bet.

That is one of the advantages of being active on the forum and not just lurking. Not really sure why that seems like such a strange concept...


:rolleyes:




[Edited on 12-9-2009 by BajaGringo]

DianaT - 12-8-2009 at 07:43 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by BajaGringo
Stay with Juan & Shari - they have a good track record and are active Nomads who have done lots to help many others here on the forum. If the hotel owners (who supposedly read this forum) were to beome active members here more of us might warm up to them as well.

Just my two cents...


Whoa---this is getting really stupid and out of hand.

1. My advice to Sirena was because it is a small town and yes, there are people there who follow the forum and they talk, like they do in all small towns.

2. Her mother's business can be promoted on its merits, and to promote it with negative statements about businesses of other members of the community, IMHO, is not a wise thing to do---especially in a small Mexican village.

3. Even if it was not a small town, if I read someone promoting a business by talking someone else down, well, I would go elsewhere. Shari does not do that and works hard for her business.

4. The hotel is a basic old-fashion Baja Hotel, good for some, and not for others.

5. Shari has worked very hard to promote her business and deserves her success---and Juan is one of the really good guides in town

6. There are a number of people in Baja, including business owners, who can speak some English, read some English but are not comfortable with writing in English. I doubt they would ever join a forum such as this, but they do read it.

7. FYI, the owner of the hotel knows very little English, but some of his relatives know more, they do follow this forum, they do talk, but will probably never become Nomads---that somehow sacred designation. And most the gringos I have met who stay at the hotel are not Baja Nomads ---

I have recommended Shari's business and Juan's business, but IMHO, it is really a shame that unless one has the English skills to join a forum where they can promote their business, their accomplishments, etc., then they deserve less consideration.

It really is a matter of what one wants, expects, etc., and having English as a first language in a Spanish speaking country as a consideration-----well, I guess it will always be that way. Many gringos will seek out those with whom they share a culture and language.

Yes, Bajagringo, Juan and Shari are good people with well deserved businesses, but there are others in that town that deserve some promotion----they just don't have the English skills.

Diane and off my soap box, and outta of this thread. Sirena, take the advice for what it is worth, or not---it is your choice.

Diane





[Edited on 12-9-2009 by DianaT]

BajaGringo - 12-8-2009 at 10:55 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by DianaT

Whoa---this is getting really stupid and out of hand.



Diane, I never spoke ill of the hotel. I even suggested they consider participating in the forum as a means to help them. The op asked for a recommendation and I gave my opinion, as you are free to give yours.

Not sure why you are getting so emotional about it.

:?:

dtbushpilot - 12-8-2009 at 11:30 PM

Diane, I think you are absolutely right and hit it right on the head. As a family member Serena has a different responsibility than a tourist making a comment about a Baja accommodation. Shari and Juan have done a great job promoting their business, and deservedly so. I don't recall them ever saying anything negative about a competing enterprise in their promotion. I'm sure that Serina meant no disrespect of the other motel in town but she shouldn't have made a negative remark about them.

Considering her youth and passion for all things Baja I would give her a pass on this one but hope that she recognizes her position as a family member of a business and that what she says in a public forum will be scrutinized.

Personally, I can't wait to get back to Asuncion and I'd be willing to bet that if Juan and Sheri can't accommodate me they will refer me to their amigos at the other motel in town.....

Just my 2 centavos....dt

capt. mike - 12-9-2009 at 08:47 AM

$250 peons is a damn good price for a bed and shower.
who stays in their room all day?
teenangels don't "get" business yet. some never will - Diana was right in offering mentoring advice in a most polite and inoffensive way.

what's a "nomad" ?? :rolleyes:
a gang or a club, mang...??

this is cyberspace. who really cares?
have fun with it.

rts551 - 12-9-2009 at 09:10 AM

sometimes it is a chicken coup.

Diver - 12-9-2009 at 09:12 AM

There are often personal squables in small towns that go beyond the "normal" business competition.
Let's remember that we can't know all the details.

I have seen most of Shari's rentals and have encountered her wonderful hospitallity when we first arrived in town. Her rental are the best accomodations that I know of in Asuncion. Shari and Juan are doing a great job and I'm very happy for them.

I have never stayed in the hotel but I do like knowing there is an option.
I have eaten in the Tres Hermanos restaurant many times (same owner as the hotel) and have enjoyed their food and Gloria's attention.

I have also eaten Juan's abalone, Shari's french toast waffles, Sirena's sushi, grilled fish, fried pulpo, etc and I am drooling as I type.

Asuncion is growing quickly and as the economy picks back up, there will be more need for all of the businesses in town and more yet.

My only regret is that this economy and my kids' schedules will prevent me from celebrating the holidays with my Asuncion family; we miss you all.

.

ELINVESTIG8R - 12-9-2009 at 10:47 AM

I just want to state something that I find troubling and it only pertains to the person(s) who have in the past made derogatory statements regarding an eating establishment in Baja California owned by someone I consider my family and who I love as my family. You should not correct anyone for something you have done in the past. I did not jump down your/their throat for what you said and you should not have jumped down the throat of the person who made a comment here. That person’s comment was pretty innocent if you ask me. Remember Baja Nomad is also a community and some of us in here have friends or relatives who own restaurants in Baja California.


http://forums.bajanomad.com/viewthread.php?tid=36474#pid3846...

[Edited on 12-9-2009 by ELINVESTI8]

shari - 12-9-2009 at 10:58 AM

Hola amigos....just a couple points I'd like to make here. First off, thanks for your support and kind words amigos. We have worked very hard to create an atmosphere of comfort for our clients. Our rentals also have occasional issues like leaky taps, water problems sometimes, bugs, etc., but we try to address them asap and do the best we can.
Regarding accomodation critiques... what some people find adequate, others find downright awful...so it's always a personal opinion pertaining to one's comfort zone.

Second....the business is Juan's business and as a good wife, I help him with it....it's a famly affair and I appreciate Sirena's help as well.

third...we are happy to promote local businesses here that are well run, cooperative and supportive of our endeavours. Unfortunately ...not using any names....some businesses here who dont want any competition, have gone out of their way to destroy our business, make up lies about us, tell people who ask that they dont know us or where we are, report me to immigration (guess they didnt know I am mexican) and generally make our lives difficult.....typical small town stuff....but it does get tiring. This is not restricted to us either but has also happened to other mexican small business people trying to open competing businesses. So if we dont promote all the businesses here....there is a reason. As I said, we will promote businesses where our clients will be treated well...after all, it's in our best interest to steer visitors to places where they are likely to have good experiences.

And lastly...try to remember when you were 20 folks. Sirenita is just learning the ropes and you can bet we had a lengthy discussion about ethics, politics, internet protocol and general tips on positive ways deal with issues. She is a smart girl but also brutally honest and she has yet to learn that honesty perhaps is not the best policy in some delicate scenarios. I asked her to cover for us while we took a much needed vacation and thank her for that. Most of us are human and have made blunders in the heat of the moment that we think better of in the morning. Life is a learning experience..thanks again for your understanding.

BajaGringo - 12-9-2009 at 11:02 AM

Thanks Shari and welcome back...

pacside - 12-9-2009 at 11:08 AM

Thanks Shari for the post. I appreciate more now of what you go through to operate a business there. From all reports you bend over backwards with your hospitality. You raised an honest, loyal, independent, strong willed young lady and should be proud. It is good you took the time to make this a teachable moment. Life is full of them...

I hope to get down to BA soon.

pacside

boe4fun - 12-9-2009 at 05:54 PM

Welcome back Shari and Juan, Hope you had a great time in Agua Verde. Photos please??? Also check your regular email. Thanks, Pablito

Whaa?

Dave - 12-9-2009 at 06:25 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by ELINVESTI8
person(s) who have in the past made derogatory statements regarding an eating establishment in Baja California owned by someone I consider my family and who I love as my family.


An honest critique whether good or bad isn't personal...

It's just the cost of doing business.

Get over it.

BajaNuts - 12-9-2009 at 06:49 PM

I see Sirenita's post is edited.

I thought she did a good job of "manning the fort", contacting potential customers, sharing information....... with that one little slip up. It may be the truth, and she was probably trying to find a delicate way of saying it. Live and Learn, Girl.....

The downside of being on a forum with 2500 active members with a daily reading count of probably 500 is that if/WHEN you mess up, you WILL be informed of your transgression!

It is hard to be in business in a small community and to know something negative about a competitor/other business and to find an acceptable way to share that information without sounding like a bad-mouth.

Moving on~

I hope the OP's have a WONDERFUL time wherever they stay in BA!

ELINVESTIG8R - 12-9-2009 at 07:03 PM

I guess I failed to communicate my thoughts properly and you did not get it. Well Dave, I am over it as you say. Thank you for your thoughts on the matter.

Skipjack Joe - 12-9-2009 at 11:34 PM

I will always have a soft spot for Gloria's motel and restaurant. Met them close to 10 years ago before Asuncion was 'discovered'. It was dark and a bit scary when we arrived all dusty and hungry. And they welcomed us like family. They are the nicest people you could ever hope to meet.

Wish them the best in partaking in Asuncion's new prosperity. Hope that nomads will consider giving them some of your business. There's room for everyone to make a profit. Their price is right but you get what you pay for.

fishbuck - 12-9-2009 at 11:52 PM

Gloria who?

Skipjack Joe - 12-9-2009 at 11:57 PM

The mamacita.

fishbuck - 12-10-2009 at 12:22 AM

Senora Verdugo?

rts551 - 12-10-2009 at 08:19 AM

:yes::yes:
well said
Quote:
Originally posted by Skipjack Joe
I will always have a soft spot for Gloria's motel and restaurant. Met them close to 10 years ago before Asuncion was 'discovered'. It was dark and a bit scary when we arrived all dusty and hungry. And they welcomed us like family. They are the nicest people you could ever hope to meet.

Wish them the best in partaking in Asuncion's new prosperity. Hope that nomads will consider giving them some of your business. There's room for everyone to make a profit. Their price is right but you get what you pay for.
:yes::yes::yes::yes::yes::yes:

shari - 12-10-2009 at 09:00 AM

gloria's restaurant the 3 Hermanos has moved to a wonderful new location at the beach nearly beside Campo Sirena...nice they now have a spectacular view...but still no menu. Great food though and very nice woman...it's the big pale green house.

rts551 - 12-10-2009 at 09:10 AM

Shari,

The couple of times I have been there she would fix just about anything I asked for. What is the latest on the motel they were building just outside of town?

Ralph

shari - 12-10-2009 at 09:14 AM

the new fancy motel is on hold...and has been stopped for a year now. Lots of rumours about why but I was told it will be finished when the economy picks up. Looks like another smaller hotel is also being started on the other side of the road and a bit closer to town...a local ejido project that will depend on money that has been promised to the ejiditarios for the sale or rent of their land around here....we'll see what happens.

Diver - 12-10-2009 at 09:26 AM

It took us a few weeks to figure out when Gloria was open.
I finally pegged the lunch time and enjoyed her pescado empanizado and oven-roasted chicken.
Gloria would offer a number of entrees and often lose me in the translation due to my limited spanish, she would then take me into the kitchen to see.

That's great news that they're near the campground. Maybe you (Shari) could help her print up a menu and hours she's open and post it at your "locations" in trade for a few free meals or something ?

shari - 12-10-2009 at 10:00 AM

I have all the restaurants listed on an info sheet in all our rentals.

This has been one of the problems with Gloria's restaurant is that her hours are hit and miss. I figure her enlish speaking sons could help her with a menu if she wanted one.