We have stayed in many places all through Mexico but none as good as this.They thought of everything,comfortable beds,great bedding,views,pool,dock,you name it they had it. The owners made us feel welcome,so welcome we already reserved for next year. We has a tour in their ponga,we swam,had bbqs,played games,sat around the pool and visited the other guests,it was so much fun.My... More

We stayed in the Premier suite. It was perfect for my wife & me. The location is within easy walking distance to most everything in Barra and Barbara & Barry were the best. More

My wife and I vacation every winter in Barra. We have previously stayed at Cabo Blanco Hotel and Casa de Marco apartments. This year we stayed at Villa Santa Barbara, in the "Penthouse Suite". It was perfect! The spacious, comfortable and private suite made our trip. Barb and Barry are super hosts......friendly and helpful but not too hovering or intrusive.... More

We spent two weeks in January 2012 in the two-bedroom penthouse at Villa Santa Barbara. Was our first trip to Barra and the Melaque area. When we arrived late in the evening, Barb had stocked our unit with lasagna, salad, beers, wine, tequilla, milk, eggs, fruit and more. It was a very nice surprise! The unit was very roomy, very... More

My partner and I stayed in the Primere suite at Villa Santa Barbara and loved it,Everything was clean,comfortable beds,and well equipt. We cooked,swim,enjoyed happy hours with the other guests and our hosts went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and at home.We spent alot of time reseaching but this place is number one,we have already made plans to... More

In all of our travels to Mexico I don't think we've ever felt more welcomed or more at home as when we stayed in Barry and Barbara's Junior Suite at Villa Santa Barbara. Upon our arrival, after mentioning we'd be happy with a coffee pot and some coffee for our room, we were presented with a fully cooked, freshly prepared,... More

A unique property including 3 separate suites, an outdoor kitchen and palapa and a pool. Very quiet on a canal that always has something to watch. A "french bakery" panga comes by ringing his bell most mornings. Wonderful beds, linens and satellite TV and Internet. All the amenities of home! We are looking forward to a return visit next winter.... More

My eight night stay at Villa Santa Barbara was excellent. From the moment you walk through the gate you feel like you have entered your home away from home. The place is immaculate and the shared set up outdoors with the pool, kitchen and cabana is very cool. Barb and Barry are awesome people who are genuinely friendly and kind.... More

From the moment we arrived, Barb and Barry made us feel part of the family. You will feel as if you live in a very special part of Mexico. The location is perfect, just a short walk into town, but far enough away to have your quiet time by their pool. They have a really cool bar with outside kitchen... More