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LA VENTANA
DOWNWINDER INN: The newest property in La Ventana, owners
Wayde and Char Yates invite you to experience their piece of paradise
with six rooms in a garden setting conveniently located near great
beach launches. Each room has a queen bed, storage shelves, personal
refrigerator, coffee maker, and complete bathrooms with hot showers
for $65/night, double occupancy. Roof tops are available for relaxation
and eye candy to enjoy the fabulous sunrises, sunsets, or just star
gazing like you have never seen. A spacious outdoor community dining
area provides all necessary items from the quick breakfast to a sit-down
relaxing dinner. Free downwinder shuttle service available as well as
wifi internet. www.downwinderinn.com
PALAPAS VENTANA: Founders of the La Ventana Classic Race, owners
Tim and Jimena Hatler’s property is located upwind of the main riding
area where waves often break when there’s swell or a strong El Norte.
You’ll know you’re at the property when you see the palapa roofs of their
quaint casitas with large porches, each overlooking the Sea of Cortez
and Cerralvo Island. Lodging includes authentic home-cooked meals
(breakfast/lunch) served at the convenient restaurant/bar located just
above the launch area or stop in for a killer espresso and wifi. With
a central location to riding, area markets, and restaurants, Palapas
Ventana’s warm atmosphere will make you feel like you have a home
away from home. Sport fishing, diving excursions, and day trips to the
island are also available. www.palapasventana.com
THE BEST OF BAJA
VENTANA BAY RESORT: Located halfway between the main town
and the hot springs, Ventana Bay Resort offers you a choice of
accommodations from beachfront rooms to private bungalows nestled
in the beautiful desert landscape. Their on-site private restaurant
serves delicious and healthy meals. Guests can keep to themselves on
their private patio or join other guests for a cocktail at the clubhouse
overlooking the bay. The Resort also offers lessons for all levels with all
of the latest windsurfing and kiteboarding equipment along with a sports
package with mountain biking, snorkeling, and kayaking equipment.
www.ventanabay.com
VENTANA WINDSPORTS: In the middle of the action but seemingly a
world apart, Ventana Windsports offers a casual laid back atmosphere
in an intimate setting with super comfortable rooms. With a large
launch/land are directly in front of the property and a 2,000 gallon hot
tub for soaking after your session, you’ll also enjoy healthy gourmet
meals (included in accommodations), thick futons, feather beds, and
fine bedding and furnishings, along with plenty of hammocks and
lounge chairs for your “Baja Deluxe” holiday. Lodging also includes
wifi and use of sports gear (SUP boards, kayaks, bikes).
www.ventanawindsports.com
ELEVATION KITEBOARDING: Elevation Kiteboarding is headed by
Marie Leclerc and Mark Bavis. Marie, the reigning queen of the La
Ventana Classic Race, and Mark, the strapless king of the beach,
have been pioneering the sport on the west coast since 2002. Based
out of Baja Joe’s in La Ventana in the winter and Nitinat in Canada in
the summer, the school provides lessons for all levels using the most
advanced teaching techniques. From radio assisted lessons with the
latest waterproof radio helmet systems to watercraft assisted lessons,
Elevation caters to all levels of riders and also offers girls camps,
lessons for kids, island trips, downwinders, and more.
www.elevationkiteboarding.com