The Navigators Nook, Overlooking Con Con Bay and Playa La Boca.
The NavigatorŽs Nook apartment sits on the coast of Chile overlooking the Pacific Ocean with views of the Coastal and Andes Mts. Playa La Boca and the Aconcagua River. Located in in the town of Con Con. Neighboring cities include Viña del Mar and Valparaiso. Access to the area either in your own car or by public transportation is quite efficient and easy.
The Nook is very clean and secure. The kitchen is well equipped.
The Nook has high quality Cable TV and Wi Fi.
Towels and linens are provided. There is one parking spot.
All apartments now have access to a new stairway down to Avenida Borgona, the new coastal walkway, bike path and La Playa La Boca.
There are two levels. The first is at street level and includes a half bath, Kitchen and living dinning area. There is a small deck. The lower lever is access by a circular stairway. There is the master bedroom with a comfortable king sized bed. The master bath has a shower and bathtub. There is a large deck off the bedroom.
Apartment is very well insulated, with a northern exposure taking advantage of passive solar energy that keeps it cool in summer and warmer in winter.
There is also access to a garden area.
The Nook is a excellent apartment for either using as a base and traveling the area o just hanging out on the deck, watching the Ocean and beach and enjoying the day with a glass of fine Chilean wine or beer and maybe an Asado (BBQ).
Con Con has been a small fishing village since it's foundation in 1542. It has grown in the past years to become a small city yet it still maintains it's small town attitude and style in most areas. There are many possibilities for practicing different sports or going on different outings. Due to it's location it has access to the whole coast, the inland agricultural sector, and the Coastal and Andes Mountains. All within a days reach or less.
La Boca beach and the Aconcagua river outlet and estuary are a short walk. The area has great surfing and other aquatic sports. There are horses for rent at the beach.
There are many restaurants in Con Con. Being a coastal town the majority of restaurants specialize in seafood. Just down the hill there are many places that serve Chilean empanadas, a favorite with the natives.
Viña del Mar is a short distance by car or bus. ItŽs become a very International cosmopolitan city with big shopping centers, hotels and restaurants. There are also some nice walks along the beach and coast.
Valparaiso is just beyond Viña to the south. ItŽs a UNESCO World heritage City with many historical buildings, nooks and crannies and museums to explore.
We are close to two major wine growing areas. The Casablanca Valley and the Aconcagua Valley. Casablanca has numerous wineries and restaurants for tasting and grommet food.
La Campaña National Park is located inland, with good hikes and climbs. Cachagua and Zapallar are beautiful beaches just up the coast to the north.
Most people that stay here agree that those are nice places to explore but they like getting out of the bigger more crowed cities of Viña and Valparaiso and getting back to their home away here in Con Con.
The Nook rents as a Vacation Rental but can also be rented for longer term. Please inquire for prices and information.
The location and the view were very nice. Surprised on how much fog was there, only two sunny days. But you travel a couple miles inland and it is all gone. The host was very accommodating. We might not return to Con Con, but if we do, we would stay here again. Thanks....
My husband and I stayed here for a few nights on our honeymoon and it was beautiful! It is an older building and some of the dishes were a bit dirty, but it had the perfect amount of space and incredible views of the beach from both upstairs and downstairs. Very close to a lot of restaurants and a very cool surf town, and it was great to have a parking spot for our rental car. Would definitely recommend!
While there are a few bits that can be upgraded/fixed, we had a great time and would recommend the spot. Location is perfect, the vibe of the town is great, the view beats it all...and also very safe.
Staying at the Navigator's Nook in Concon was a perfect location to enjoy local beach and surrounding areas. The view overlooking the beach, close proximity to other beaches, Valparaiso, Vina del Mar and short walking distance into town was ideal. The owner, Mark was there to greet us with info for local places to shop and other sights nearby. It was a great place to stay as our first stop in Chile!
If you're looking for a perfect place to enjoy the Chilean coast, The Navigator's Nook is a great choice. Mark and Pamela were delightful hosts, helpful in every way. We loved looking out over the sea whether it was from the first or second floor balconies. The sound of the waves were the perfect way to start and end the day. It is well located, just a short walk down the hill and you're on the beach. Grocery stores were nearby, the local market sells delicious local fruits and vegetables. We visited the Case Blanca and Aconcagua wine valleys, which were about one to two hours away by car. Shower had plenty of hot water, the bed was firm, the kitchen had gas stove and roomy refrigerator. Highly recommended.
Great view and location in a beautiful seaside town!
We thoroughly enjoyed our five night stay at the Nook. The view from every room, window and deck is outstanding! My wife and I were looking for a quiet spot to relax after travelling in South America for two months, and this place was perfect. We could relax on the decks and watch the surfers and the beach, and yet Concon is just around the corner from a spectacular 45 minute local bus ride along the Pacific to both Vina deal Mar and Valparaiso that costs less than $2 per person.
Nice restaurants and friendly people.
Mark and Pamela were very helpful, particularly in taking care of a few issues on our arrival (the coffee maker and the hot water initially didn't work - but they were immediately replaced or repaired), and in orienting us to Concon.
The Nook's location is unbeatable, on the cliff right above the south end of the beach, with an uninterrupted view. There is a farmers market about ten minutes away that is open on Wednesday and Saturday, a supermarket, panateria and everything else available within a ten minute walk.
The only thing that makes this a four star rather than a five star rating is that the place could use a bit of TLC. The faucets are loose and hard to turn off, some of the lights were burned out, some of the kitchen cupboards were loose on their hinges, and things like the Venetian blinds were pretty dusty, but for us these didn't offset our enjoyment of this great little hideaway!
We loved it and would definitely recommend it for people who want to chill in a beautiful Chilean beachside town?
Marc ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Er hat die Kaution umgehend zurĂŒckĂŒberwiesen.
Wunderbare, groĂrĂ€umige Unterkunft. Konnten die 5 Tage (bei Sonnenschein) auf den zwei Balkonen verbringen und den Surfern am Beach zusehen; Erholung pur.
This apartment is probably best suited for budget travelers who want to be close to Concon. Great view and breezes. Owner is friendly, easy walk to beach. Neighborhood is safe (though we had a bag stolen from our locked car at a nearby overlook) and the kitchen contains essential cutlery, pots,pans etc. Biggest complaint is that the apt is tired and could use a good clean.
Marks place in Con Con is great. The incredible views and proximity to beaches is wonderful. The place is comfortable and has all you need to enjoy your stay. I would highly recommend
This vacation rental was exactly as shown and described in the website. The property was very clean, maintained and equipped with everything necessary for our visit. The owner was very helpful and provided lots of insider tips. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to friends and relatives. We enjoyed this nice little restaurant very close by and were able to get around using local transportation.
We found the place clean and comfortable with a beautiful view of the beach. The kitchen was nice along with the extra bathroom.The town overall did not offer much concerning good restaurants and shopping, however the location of the apartment to other places made it worthwhile. The beach itself was okay but again offered water sports like surfing and a busy but relaxed atmosphere. The owner was great to deal with and very helpful.
We loved our stay here and felt very comfortable and at home. Thanks Mark! The views from every room were just incredible and being lulled to sleep by the ocean every night was a dream. If we come back to Chile we will definitely stay here again!
-The Tobins
Rochester, NY
The apartments are in a fantastic location. I ran into a couple of issues initially but they were quickly resolved by Mark and his handyman Carlos. I would definitely recommend this to family and friends.