The
small town of Mismaloya has become known to the world from the hotel "La Jolla
de Mismaloya". Made famous by movie director John Houston,
when he filmed scenes for his movie "The Night of the Iguana"
in a local restaurant, that later changed its name in homage to
the movie; this place is still a top choice for tourists from around
the world, especially people who remember Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton in their
golden years.
As we reach Boca de Tomatlan, a fishing town on the south most part
of the bay accessible by car, the road starts turning into the mountains, leading you towards the majestic shores of Costa Alegre.
From Boca de Tomatlan, water taxis provide service to reach the quaint, sleepy towns surrounding the Bay. From Las Animas and Quimixto
to Yelapa and Cabo Corrientes, each tiny village has
a unique beauty. Accessible only by water, they remain untamed and
uniquely in touch with nature. Many hotels, and houses can be rented
out in these areas. Locals run delicious seafood restaurants and you
can find many activities like hiking,
snorkeling or bird watching. During winter months, whale watching
is highly recommended, which is easily done from the beach or on a tour.
Currently there are no new developments being planned in the Mismaloya/Garza Blanca area. However with the leaps and bounds the real estate market has taken in the past years, it's only a matter of time before developments start popping up in this area. If you are interested in purchasing a condo or home either beachfront or ocean view there are several re-sale options available along the Mismaloya coastline. Homesite's and newly finished homes and condos in the Sierra del Mar area are also an option if your looking for peace and quiet outside of Vallarta but you still want to be close enough to enjoy all of the amenities the city has to offer. Prices for the Sierra del Mar area start in the lower $200,000 for a lot while beachfront condos start around $650,000. For a beachfront villa or home prices range from $715,000- $2,000,000.
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