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Casa Bendicion at the Sonoran Sea West 703 and 704
Bruno and Terese Barclay
480-274-7495 text/WhatsApp
teresebarclay@yahoo.com

Welcome to Casa Bendicion, we hope you enjoy your stay and return rested and refreshed. Make yourself at home. Please read thru this document and keep with you for reference either on paper or electronically. There are important tips for entry and check out as well as fun food recommendations. Enjoy!

Directions from Phoenix-The best directions we have is thru Google Maps. They provide the most direct and clear directions. Google and download directions to the “SONORAN SEA RESORT” before leaving home. Insurance for your car in Mexico is advisable. Contact your insurance or read below for a recommendation.

Security/Check-in

You will approach the security station, please give them my name Terese Barclay/your name, and unit West 703 or West 704. They should have your name and exact number of guests. Currently, the maximum occupancy is 4. They will take down the details of your car and direct you to the front desk. Parking is free. Before going to your room, you will have to obtain your wristbands for your stay. There is a $10 fee (cash) per party for the wristbands. The wristbands are to be worn at the resort your entire stay, they identify who is and is not supposed to be there. It is for your security. It is important to note that the reservation made matches the number as those who arrive to the front desk. If there are any “hiccups” with the security stand or front desk, please call me immediately. If you have WhatsApp, the call is free to me. Check in is from 4pm-11pm. Check out time is at 11 am.

Keyless Entry

Our door has a touch screen electronic lock. I will have sent you your access code prior to your arrival. It will be activated the day you arrive and de-activated at 11:00 am on the day of your departure. You simply enter the code and wait for the blue check mark to light up on the lower left side before opening. It is very important to not force the door open before the deadbolt is moving. To lock on your way out, simple press the lock icon on the lower right side. In addition to our solid wood door, the condo has an exterior security screen door. The security screen door locks from the inside and can only be unlocked from the inside. Should one guest in the party “accidentally” lock another guest out of the condo, the guest understands there is no guarantee that “middle of the night service” can be provided to rectify the situation. Refunds cannot be given because a guest in the party locks another out. Should a locksmith service be needed to drill out the lock in the security door, there is a minimal $100 service call fee and additional charge for a new lock.

Cleaning/Housekeeping/Linens

The cleaning fee paid when you booked goes to a thorough cleaning/sanitizing prior and after your departure. Bed and bath linens will be provided for each guest. One bath towel, one hand towel and one face cloth will be available per guest. There is an additional fee for additional requested towels prior to your visit. Thankfully, we have a washer and dryer available to you if you want to freshen your linens during your stay. If you desire to clean during your stay, a broom, dustpan and mop are available in the laundry room. For a fee, you may request our wonderful housekeeper to come and clean during a longer stay. Please bring your own beach towels, our condo towels are not for beach or pool use. Beach towels are available for rent at the front desk. Unlike a hotel, there is not a housekeeping staff for individual condos. Toilet paper and a paper towel roll will also be provided. There is a large trash located next to the elevator for your trash.

Special requests

Casa Benedicion 703 and 704 are special places to our family. Please take care of it as you would your own treasured place. Much attention, care and love went into the remodeling of this home, we want you to respectfully enjoy it and abide by the Resort Rules and Regulations. There is absolutely no smoking inside or on the balcony of our condo. Please keep condo’s items left inside.

Water/Kitchen

We do brush our teeth and shower with the unit’s water without any issue. We bring bottled water for drinking and coffee. We have a Keurig coffee-maker in unit 703 which require pods-bring your favorites. Under the sink, there is a Mr. Coffee for your use, or Starbucks downstairs. In unit 704, there is a Mr. Coffee 12 cup coffee maker. Typically, there are coffee filters stored in the cabinet along side of salt, pepper and cooking oil.

Please note, if there is no hot water running, please check the switch in the laundry room, next to the washer machine, it should be in the “up” position. In addition, if the water is turned off altogether, there is a laminated card in the laundry room to show how to turn on the water supply. Occasionally, the housekeeping staff turn it off between guests. The valve is located in the guest bathroom.

Air conditioning

Our air conditioner runs on an eco-friendly system. All doors to the condo must be closed for the air conditioner to run. Kindly turn off the AC if you want to have the windows or sliding glass doors open. There is a green/red light on the wall next to the laundry room indicating if the doors are opened or not. If green, the AC unit will run, if red, the unit will be disabled until all doors are closed. Please turn off the AC to enjoy the cooler breezes of the Sea. If the AC is bumped too low, it has the potential to freeze the lines and cause damage to the unit. We find 76-77 degrees is quite comfortable during the hot summer months.

Something not working?

You can reach me via text or call at 480-274-7495, teresebarclay@yahoo.com I am also available on WhatsApp which is free from Mexico. I cannot help you unless you make me aware, I am here for you.

Internet/TV/Music

You will find the Internet Network ID and Password on the kitchen counter router/modem sticker. We have 3 Smart TVs for you to enjoy Netflix, Amazon Prime… and DirecTV. Bring your user names and passwords. Log out prior to check out.

Pandora, Amazon Music, and IHeart Radio works in Mexico. Create an account in the states before you leave. For extra beach fun, pack a Bluetooth speaker (small one).

Mexican Car Insurance/Passport

We have used AAA and Portugal Insurance. We always buy it online prior to our leaving. You can buy it in Ajo at the Chevron station as well as many little insurance places. It is a necessity. You will need an updated Passport to return to the US.

What to Bring to our condo-

Bottled Water (you can buy anywhere in town or the resort)
Beach Towels, umbrellas, tent. You may also rent beach towels from the front desk.
Cooler
Sand Toys, Frisbees, Bocce
Spices, Creamer, Condiments, (For health and safety purposes, we only provide salt, pepper and cooking oil.)
Personal items like shampoo, lotion, body wash, sunscreen (we provide small soaps, shampoo and conditioner.)
Keurig Coffee Pods
Paper products, plates, cups

Shopping/Market/Money/Pesos

There is a Sam’s Club (need membership card) 10-15 minutes away and a supermarket called the Super Ley. You can use your credit card at either place. There is a good selection of meats, dairy, beer, tequila, fruits, veggies. We usually pack a cooler of our favorite foods and pick up the rest in town.

Wells Fargo can exchange your dollars for pesos (in the US) if you have an account with them. We typically withdraw our pesos from an ATM machine located inside a bank in Mexico. Money exchange places don’t offer the best rates of exchange but are convenient.

Now the Fun Stuff

We are huge lovers of food in Rocky Point. From street tacos, grilled chicken to fine dining, this place has it all! Truly, there are too many places to list from our “research” but here goes… Google maps works great to most of these places. Tip: Some places take credit cards but many don’t. All will take American dollars or pesos. See my Guide book for more up to date information.

Banditos and Changos-great for drinks, a quick bite, live music and local sports games. Walking distance.
Garufa-fine dining, great cocktails, steaks, wine list, service-ask for Angel-he will treat you right!
Ramon’s-will deliver food to your room-convenient or eat there
Los MTZ - Best grilled fish we have ever had. Fresh and delicious.
Delicias Restaurante-scratch kitchen, reasonable, clean and delicious
Samy’s tacos-chile relleno taco stand across from Burger King
Tacos Brissa-another tasty taco joint-chile relleno taco, por favor
Mi Pollo-yummy Sinaloan grilled chicken, Denise is the grill master
Lucas-popular Sonoran grilled chicken
Casa del Capitan-near lighthouse, yummy margaritas and great views
Pane y Vino-Our favorite Italian restaurant, great view, service, pasta-all from an Italian Chef! Next to Casa del Capitan
La Curva-Mexican food
Combo Taco for fish/marlin/shrimp tacos
Panaderia Cornejo-for all of your yummy sweets and baked goods
Kaffeehaus-Chef is from Germany, his wife from Mexico, always busy and so very tasty! Great for breakfast!
Candy Cake-breakfast and dessert
Wrecked at the wreath/Blue Mare next door to each other, one casual, one fancy. Wrecked has live music most weekends and are very cautious with their COVID protocol.
We love grilling shrimp at the condo for dinner, we have had great luck and honest prices at the Pesquera Mar De Cortez-they have fresh shrimp and fish during the peak season but flash freeze as well for the best shrimp during the off season.
Please add your favorites to our Guest Book

In Ajo

Fresh burritos at the Chevron Station
Oasis Coffee-delish

Checking out

Check out time is 11:00 am-the Housekeeping staff have a 4 hour window to launder and clean the condo prior to the next guest’s arrival. Your code will de-activate at 11:00 am. Before leaving, could you please do the following:

Take out all trash to the receptacle near the elevator
Raise AC to 80 degrees or heat to 64 degrees.
Run Dishwasher-we have the choice for a one hour cleaning. I will provide a couple of DW tabs.
Log out of Netflix/other stations
Notify us of anything that may need our attention, replacement or repair
Lock door from the outside/close sliding doors on Sea side.

For the future…

Thank you for staying at Casa Bendicion 703/704. We hope this place was a place of refreshment for you all. You are welcome to visit us anytime. You may always contact me directly to offer you the best possible rates without the AirBnb fees although, we love AirBnb and they provide a wonderful service.

Warmest regards,

Terese and Bruno Barclay

In Case of Emergency-dial 911

Ambulance: 638-383-2266
Clinica San Jose: 638-383-5121
Santa Fe Clinic: 638-383-4040
Police Station: 638-383-2626
Fire Dept: 638-383-2828
Red Cross: 638-383-2266
Harbor Master: 638-383 3035
Emergency # (when driving from Sonoyta to Puerto Penasco): 01-800-841-1801

US Contacts

ima County Sheriff: 001-520-387-8539
US Customs: 001-520-387-5671
Air Evac: 001-623-247-3822 or 1-800-321-9522
Sky Med: 001-866-805-9624
Ajo Ambulance: 001-520-387-3046 or 001-520-387-5154
Good Samaritan Hospital: 001-602-239-2000
St. Joseph’s Hospital: 001-602-406-3600
American Consulate in Nogales, MX: 01-631-318-0723

Sonoran Sea Contacts (if using condo’s phone, you don’t need to dial the 638)

On-Site Security: 638-382-8251 x4005
Front Desk 638-382-8251 x3000
Ramon’s 638-382-8251 x4002

Sonoran Sea Resort Rules and Regulations

For Sonoran Sea the reservation holder must be at least 25 years old and present state issued ID upon check in.
The HOA maintains a Zero Tolerance Policy on threatening or abusive behavior. Harassment or physical abuse of any person by another is prohibited. Violators of this and or the rules below are subject to immediate removal from the property.
NO offensive, intimidating, threatening behavior will be tolerated. Violators are subject to immediate removal from the Resort.
If anything needs attention, please contact me with any issues with your unit.
Please do not move or rearrange the furniture and avoid taking any items out of the condominium. Everything is inventoried and anything damaged, broken, missing or lost will be charged to you. Please report any noticeable damages immediately upon check-in.
Please do not move pool furniture from pool areas. For your own safety glass containers are not allowed in pool areas.
Fireworks, firearms and drugs are prohibited by Mexican Law. Fireworks are prohibited within 1 mile from the properties.
No music or loud noise that might disturb owners and renters after 9:45 pm is allowed in order to preserve tranquility.
Camping on the grounds of the condos or congregating in the parking lot is not allowed.
It is prohibited to have tents, chairs, towels or to organize games in the green areas (grass).
Room capacity, 2 bedrooms (4 persons). Extra guests are allowed only if we have given prior consent. Please do not show up with more guests than noted.
No additional persons are allowed to stay in the rental than the ones allowed per unit type.
Sleeping inside the vehicles is not allowed.
BBQ grills are not allowed inside the condos or on the patios. BBQ's have been installed on the premises for your convenience. You can purchase briquets in town or bring your own from home.
The cleaning service will be provided after you check out of your unit at 11.
Please do not leave trash in hallways, place all trash in the designated trash areas, next to the elevators.
ATV's, RV's, Trailers, Jet Ski, Motorcycle, bikes and sand rails must be parked along the designated area.
Owners of the condo are not responsible for vehicles or items left in them.
Only condominium renters and owners will be allowed to use the amenities such as the pool and grills. Be sure to wear your ID bracelet provided at check-in at all times while in the common areas. This allows security personnel to easily identify you and keep unauthorized persons out. If you do not wear the ID Bracelet you will be addressed by security and you will be escorted off the property.
No pets are allowed. If you choose to bring a pet, security will take swift action to have pets removed as well as their owner. Additional fees may be added if pet cleaning is necessary. Please note, Mexico has different laws concerning service pets. Please contact me for those guidelines. (Owners are permitted to have pets at the Sonoran Sea, no guests are permitted.)
Owners are not responsible for items left in the condominium please be sure to lock the units.
The beach area is not our direct responsibility. We are not responsible for articles forgotten or left in the beach area.
In case of an emergency after HOA office hours please refer to the security guard gate for assistance.
People under the age of 16 cannot use the gym facilities. Children must be under adult supervision around pool and Jacuzzi areas at all times. There are no lifeguards.
Hanging any sort of clothes or towels on terrace rails is prohibited.
Swimming suits only are allowed in pools. Street clothes are prohibited in the pools and Jacuzzi.
Lost and Damaged Wristbands will have a $ 20.00 USD charge.
This is a NON-SMOKING Facility. Smoking is NOT PERMITTED in the common areas or inside the condos or balconies. Only on the beach. If you are found smoking, security will address it. Failure to comply with this rule may result in eviction/additional cleaning fines.
We ask you to respect our security staff. They are here to keep you safe, remind you of the rules, and to help you have a good time.
Pool rules are posted around the pool area. Please limit the use of the Jacuzzi to no more than 20 minutes so that others can enjoy. Pools close at 9:45 PM. The pool area should be quiet after that.
The use of the facilities is not allowed once check out is completed.
Fireworks are not allowed on the property or beach area in front of the property.
A cleaning truck cleans the beach area early in the morning. Please do not leave tents, umbrellas, towels, etc., overnight on the beach or in any common area. We are not responsible for any loss or damage of any items left in these areas or the parking lot.
Failure to abide the above rules and regulations may result in an early eviction or additional fines.

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