Sometimes here in the Top Mexico office we just like to go out and have a bit of fun! Just last week we decided to have a little “race†of sorts – not a fair, even or serious race, but certainly a fun one to say the least. We decided to find out exactly how many minutes it takes to get from El Cielo … [Read more...] about Video: The TMRE Super Marathon (Well, Super “Fun†Marathon) to the Beach!
El Cielo Playa del Carmen
A Nice View of Hacienda del Rio, Colonial-Style Homes in Playa del Carmen
A couple of days ago I decided to go take a peak at Hacienda del Rio, which is just around the corner from where I live. Someone from the office made a nice little video I wanted to sharee: This place is coming along really nicely and I'm getting excited to see how it's going to turn out! --- Doug Morgan … [Read more...] about A Nice View of Hacienda del Rio, Colonial-Style Homes in Playa del Carmen
The Beauty of Arches – Hacienda del Rio’s Colonial Charm
One of the most charming things to do in a colonial city is simply to walk under a colonnade of beautiful arches, with their beautiful molding, bright colors and pleasant curves. Even if you're not going to have an entire colonnade in your home, simply the presence of arched doorways and gateways adds a sense of … [Read more...] about The Beauty of Arches – Hacienda del Rio’s Colonial Charm
Video: Why Would Choose to Live in Playa del Carmen? The Hargens’ Answer
Yesterday we heard the Hargens, from Tampa, Florida, tell us about their experience buying real estate in Mexico. Today, let's hear what they have to say about why they chose to buy real estate and live in Playa del Carmen: “Every time we went home, I hated to leave; we started to think about maybe buying … [Read more...] about Video: Why Would Choose to Live in Playa del Carmen? The Hargens’ Answer
Buying Real Estate in Mexico “Was Very Much Like the U.S. – Only Easierâ€!!!
When we hear a good story about buying real estate in Mexico, we expect people to say something like, “Well it was pretty easy for another country.†Not the Hargens. They're story: “it was very much like the U.S. - only easier.†Notice that – easier than in the U.S.! Listen to this part of the … [Read more...] about Buying Real Estate in Mexico “Was Very Much Like the U.S. – Only Easierâ€!!!
Video: July Special Pricing for Awa Condos in Playa del Carmen – Reminder!
Here's a little reminder, as well as a heads up for anyone that doesn't know yet: Special pricing for the last 5 units in Awa Condos is on for the entire month of July! Awa is located just 3 miles north of downtown Playa, and half a mile from the beach. I explain the details in this video:    … [Read more...] about Video: July Special Pricing for Awa Condos in Playa del Carmen – Reminder!
Wrought Iron Adds Visual Strength and Elegant Contrast to Hacienda del Rio
 Iron itself is usually not considered a beautiful thing; yet, as soon as a skilled craftsman leaves his mark on it, wrought iron becomes one of the most beautiful parts of a well-designed home. The architects of Mexico's colonial era knew this. So do present-day Mexicans, and so do the people who designed and … [Read more...] about Wrought Iron Adds Visual Strength and Elegant Contrast to Hacienda del Rio
What Would Life Be Like in Paradise? Well, Let’s Ask the Hargens!
There's a beautiful gated community just at the north end of Playa del Carmen called “El Cielo†that we've been talking about a good deal. The name translates to “Heaven†but I think we could roughly say “Paradise.†I love this community – in fact, I live there myself. And so far, everyone I know … [Read more...] about What Would Life Be Like in Paradise? Well, Let’s Ask the Hargens!