Condo 203-AA. Location: Ajijic Jalisco Mexico. Real Estate Office: El Dorado PRC. Wake up to inspiring panoramic views! This condo offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms which is more than accommodating for your paradise getaway. The condo is finished with top of the line marble floors throughout and marble counters in the bathrooms and wet areas. The kitchen is finished with granite breakfast countertop and backsplash.

Libramiento Ajijic – Chapala No. 98, San Antonio Tlayacapan, Jalisco 45915

One of the only Condo’s left on the west side of the El Dorado Tower A building. These sold out faster than the Villas. Panoramic views of Lake Chapala and all of West Ajijic. You wake up to these views in any of the 3 bedrooms it has. Finishes include marble floors, cantera stone on terraces, granite kitchen counter-tops, 9mm railing glass, pvc sliding windows, water filtration system, Hunter Douglas shades and UV film in windows.

Give us a call today or e-mail use with to schedule a showing. 495,000 unfurnished and 15,000 USD extra to include all the furniture.

Libramiento Ajijic – Chapala No. 98, San Antonio Tlayacapan, Jalisco 45915

Do I Have to be Able to Speak Spanish?

By Kay Davis

No. Not at all, especially if you are visiting a popular tourist area. English is a required subject in Mexican schools, and many people are eager to practice their English with tourists. But they will be delighted if you attempt to communicate in Spanish, even just a word or two within a jumble of English.

For example, “I would like huevos y tocino, scrambled, por favor.” You just ordered bacon and eggs. Now, revueltos is scrambled, but that’s harder to say unless you know how. If you maintain a sense of humor, together you build a friendly relationship. And notice that, in resort areas, menus are usually in both English and Spanish. Try ordering from the Spanish side from time to time. It’s good practice and good manners. If you start traveling around Mexico, you’ll need to read some Spanish.            Another good idea is to buy a phrase book, or better, an electronic translator ($40 – $50) before making the trip. There is one at $550, but that’s not necessary unless you plan to become a globe trotter. That pricey little unit is multi-lingual.

Whether you prefer the simple phrase book or something digital, practice some simple phrases in Spanish. Buenos Dias. (Good morning.) Gracias. (Thank you.) Que tenga un buen dia. (Have a good day.) Carry the phrase book or pocket translator with you. Language can be a challenge or an adventure, but if you find ways to communicate, you’ll also have a few laughs with your hosts as well.

You can travel the entire country on English even though Mexico recognizes 68 indigenous languages besides Spanish. Having said “no, you don’t need Spanish” (and that’s true), the longer you choose to stay, the closer you come to the answer, “yes, you need to go beyond pocket conveniences”. You will need to speak Spanish better because life anywhere requires more than basic greetings.

I know a lady whose decision to live in Mexico was based on an old-fashioned pioneer spirit. She came alone, and she didn’t speak a word of Spanish when she arrived. When I met her, she had a thriving business she had built on her own and she was fully bilingual. All it took was exposure and a desire to learn. Remember, Mexicans are very polite. It’s part of their culture to try to help.

Since I live on the north shore of Lake Chapala, one of the popular tourist areas, I can testify to the ease of communication. When I first arrived, knowledge of Spanish was a strong recommendation, but now there are retirees who never learn more than a few words of Spanish.

Lakeside we have many conveniences, like WalMart and other supermarkets. There are many restaurants offering the foods North Americans prefer along with traditional Mexican foods. But try a few of their foods. You might find some real treasures.

Doctors speak English. Car mechanics speak it too. You’ll also find that shopping here is wonderful for those items that catch your eye, and the clerks speak English. Art and music abound, and there are delightful functions to attend, including Lakeside Little Theater, where performances are in, you guessed it, English.

You also don’t have to know Spanish to recognize some of the Mexican love songs because they were translated into English for our enjoyment, so when we visit Mexico, we ask the troubadour musicians for our favorite songs and enjoy them in the outdoor setting with sunsets over the lake and a cool breeze wafting through the palm trees. Some means of communication are universal – smiles, music, body language, humor. C’mon down. See for yourself.

Beautiful 2 bedroom w den home located in the most prestigious gated community (El Dorado) in the “Ribera de Chapala”.  This home is ready to move into now and the furniture is included.  Once you walk in to the house you will enjoy beautiful Boveda Ceilings (brick domed), walk into the kitchen and enjoy the granite counter tops with stainless steel appliances and lots of space to store your kitchen items along with a separate pantry.  You will also enjoy the luxury of sitting out on your covered terrace with small landscaped yard in front and back along with a covered upper deck (Mirador) to enhance and enjoy beautiful panoramic views of Lake Chapala and the surrounding mountains.  One you walk out of your home El Dorado Boutique Community offers you much more to enjoy.  Steps away you will find two tennis courts, an 85 foot heated infinity pool, Jacuzzi, a fully equipped gym and the clubhouse to enjoy playing billiard, reading, cooking or just relaxing and enjoying a spectacular view wherever you are on the property.  You may also count on 24/7 security.  Once you are in El Dorado you will also see that minutes away you have all the conveniences one seeks.  By car or foot you are close to Centro Laguna (Brand new Shopping Mall), Wal-Mart, the town of San Antonio, Supper Lake (mini supper market that one may find anything from around the world), La Paz liquor store (the largest and most extensive inventory lakeside) along with many more restaurants and shops to chose from.  Give yourself the gift and pleasure of experiencing this home along what El Dorado Boutique Community has to offer.

SPANISH:

Único lujoso fraccionamiento ubicado en la rivera de Chapala El Dorado, cuenta con amenidades de lujo que no encontraras en el área, calidad incomparable y de disfrute, ven conoce nuestra casa Figueroa está hecha con terminados inigualables, la cocina tiene cubiertas de granito, carpintería de maple y los artículos de línea blanca en acero inoxidable, las bóvedas de catalana y los espacios que la hace ser una casa ideal, terrazas techadas, jardín  y mirador donde puedes disfrutar la vista al Lago y a las Montañas, atardeceres inimaginables. Ven a conocerla, comunícate con Lupita Flores para hacer una cita, llama ya!!!!!

Penthouse 503 is located on the last floor of El Dorado and is a 2963.4 ft² (275.31 m²) unit that has 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large walk in closet, laundry room, 2 person jacuzzi tub, vaulted ceilings, a large terrace and 2 covered parking spaces with extra storage. All El Dorado Private Residence Club owners have full access to all existing and future amenities including a infinity pool, full gym, 2 tennis courts, temazcal, our Wellness center/Spa, 21 seat cinema room and deli. For more information about this or any other units please contact us. Developer Financing available!

Penthouse 502 is located on the last floor of El Dorado and is a 2963.4 ft² (275.31 m²) unit that has 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large walk in closet, laundry room, 2 person jacuzzi tub, vaulted ceilings, a large terrace and 2 covered parking spaces with extra storage. All El Dorado Private Residence Club owners have full access to all existing and future amenities including a infinity pool, full gym, 2 tennis courts, temazcal, our Wellness center/Spa, 21 seat cinema room and deli. For more information about this or any other units please contact us. Developer Financing available!

Libramiento Ajijic – Chapala No. 98, San Antonio Tlayacapan, Jalisco 45915.

Penthouse 501 is located on the last floor of El Dorado and is a 3,603.11 ft² (334.74 m²) unit that has 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large walk in closet, laundry room, 2 person jacuzzi tub, vaulted ceilings, a large terrace and 2 covered parking spaces with extra storage. All El Dorado Private Residence Club owners have full access to all existing and future amenities including a infinity pool, full gym, 2 tennis courts, temazcal, our Wellness center/Spa, 21 seat cinema room and deli. For more information about this or any other units please contact us. Developer Financing available!

Units at El Dorado are available for sale and through Fractional ownership

Email us using the form and we will be happy to contact you and answer any questions..

• Double paned windows and doors on north side.
• Marble floors.
• Cantera stone on terraces.
• Marble in bathrooms.
• Hydro massage tub in master bath.
• Granite countertops in kitchen.
• Two underground parking spaces with their own storage units.
• Stainless steel kitchen appliances(fridge, stove, hood range and dishwasher).
• Garbage disposal unit.
• Luxury tempered shower doors.
• Tempered see-thru glass railings.
• Fire sprinkler system.
• Standard custom millwork for each unit.

Libramiento Ajijic – Chapala No. 98, San Antonio Tlayacapan, Jalisco 45915

Units at El Dorado are available for sale and through Fractional ownership

Email us using the form and we will be happy to contact you and answer any questions..

• Double paned windows and doors on north side.
• Marble floors.
• Cantera stone on terraces.
• Marble in bathrooms.
• Hydro massage tub in master bath.
• Granite countertops in kitchen.
• Two underground parking spaces with their own storage units.
• Stainless steel kitchen appliances(fridge, stove, hood range and dishwasher).
• Garbage disposal unit.
• Luxury tempered shower doors.
• Tempered see-thru glass railings.
• Fire sprinkler system.
• Standard custom millwork for each unit.