Corky Carroll's Saladita Surf Adventure
Surf/SUP Adventure in Playa La Saladita, Mexico
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About this property
Mexico Surf Trip Adventure
The Home
The home is beachfront, with a swimming pool, television, internet (bring a laptop) and three guest rooms available. Bookings are available from one to six people per stay. You are provided with lodging, all your meals and drinks, personal surf coaching one on one from Corky, if desired, and pick up and drop off in Zihautanejo. Let us know your eating and drinking preferences and we will customize your stay to insure you the perfect vacation. The house staff will take incredible care of you. This is a very romantic setting and is a great destination for couples as well as surfers in search of a great surf adventure.
This is a chance of a lifetime to hang out and surf with one of the true legends of surfing as well as experience one of the most beautiful and tranquil spots on the planet. It is an amazing trip for surfers and non-surfers alike.
Tranquil Surfing Village
Located just 35 minutes north of Ixtapa and 45 minutes north of Zihautanejo's airport, Saladita is located on Mainland Mexico’s most fertile surf coastline, right at one of the premier left hand point breaks in the world.
Surf and Surfboards
We have a number of surfboards and SUP’s available for our guests at NO EXTRA CHARGE. You're a 5 minute beach walk from La Saladita point break, one of the longest lefts in Mexico. The wave breaks over smooth cobblestones and is great for beginners all the way through advanved. For those looking for bigger or punchier waves, the Ranch is a short drive away. This is not just another Saladita vacation rental but a chance of a lifetime to hang out and surf with one of the true legends of surfing
We also have a number of surfboards and SUP’s available for our guests at no extra charge. (NEW: we can build you a custom CORKY CARROLL SPACESTICK and have it ready when you get here, with enough notice. Info and prices available)
Activities
As options we can also arrange for massages, day trips to historical sites and other activities that are available in the area.
Weekly Rates
(Rates do not include Mexico Hotel Tax of 16%)
Pricing for couples:
Pricing for individuals:
Trips shorter than a week are pro-rated.
To reserve your stay a 50% deposit holds your space, balance due 30 days before arrival. You pay airfare and tip the house staff ($100/ week per person or $150 per couple).
What to Bring
Passport (and a photocopy of it)
Sunblock
Hat
Sunglasses
Surfwear (rashguard, boardshorts, bikini, etc.)
Leash
Lots of tropical surf wax
Good book
Great attitude!
What NOT to Bring
Wetsuit
Dress clothes
Cold water wax
Frown or poor attitude
Drugs (of ANY kind!)
Amenities
- Pool
- Boards Included
- Board Rentals Nearby
- Beginner Surf Lessons
- Kid Friendly
- Outdoor Shower
- Washer/Dryer
- Wireless Internet
- Television
Activities
- Spa
- Hiking
Rates
Period | Cost |
Per Night | $200 |
Per Week | $1,400 |
Per Month | Call for Info |
Surf
This property is located near La Saladita. La Saladita, aka the Wave Machine, is an exposed reef/point break that has consistent surf and is usually rideable year round. SW swells are ideal for this loooong left. A goofy foot longboarders dream, Saladita surf sessions offer long rides, good vibes and beautiful surroundings.
Surf Type
- Point break
- Beach break
- Left
- Short board
- Longboard
- SUP
- Beginner/Learn to Surf
- Warm water
Surfer Reviews
Phil and Jill took a Wavecation in December
Posted on Saturday, December 29, 2012 - 11:54pm from San Diego, California
Favorite Break: Saladita
Wave/Swell Conditions: Always something to ride. From wiast high to overhead. This spot is consistnent!
Thoughts I want to pass on:
I just came back from my fifth trip to Corky's. Now I'm back at my desk job frequently distracted with memories of the week of great
surf I just scored and fantasizing about the next trip. Five trips. Different times of the year. Never disappointed with the surf. From
the moment of my excited arrival to the emotional departure I was in Corky and Raquel's friendly and secure hands. The family style meals, the people, the stories, the jokes, the dogs and cats and goat, the 80 degree water and of course the fantastic surf. It really doesn't get any better than this.
Phil and Jill, San Diego
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Creighton took a Wavecation in September
Posted on Saturday, November 9, 2013 - 8:58pm from Newport Beach, California
Favorite Break: Saladita
Wave/Swell Conditions: Fun everyday
Thoughts I want to pass on:
I have always experienced wonderful times on my surf trips to Corky's. From the time I am picked up from the airport to the time I am dropped off everything is taken care of by Corky and his staff. Great surf, warm water, amazing food, Corkys custom drinks, comfortable private rooms, internet access, professional coaching and more is Corky's way of saying Mi Casa Su Casa. At any level of surfing everyone will have a surf trip of a lifetime.
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Reggie H took a Wavecation in January
Posted on Friday, April 19, 2013 - 11:00am from Tampa, Florida
Favorite Break: La Saladita, El Rancho
Wave/Swell Conditions: Saladita always has waves. I've surfed solid overhead swells or knee high peelers. Usually somewhere in between.
Thoughts I want to pass on:
Corky and Raquel are the perfect hosts to what, in my opinion, is the ultimate surf getaway. Raquel is a fantastic cook and Corky is, well…. Corky. There is none other. He can improve your surfing with just a few words and make you laugh your head off with many. It’s like staying with friends without the pressure of having to deal with what “they want to do.” This trip is all about what “you” want to do. I have come by myself, with my family and with a couple of pals. Each time the adventure was fantastic. Their massage girl, Hilda, is incredible. The neighbor, Timoteo..”the Iguana” Dorsey is an adventure in himself…..you will love him. This is an upscale surf trip for those who want something better.
Reggie - Tampa, Florida
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LarryT took a Wavecation in March
Posted on Thursday, March 29, 2012 - 7:02pm from Chino, California
Favorite Break: 1
Wave/Swell Conditions: 1
Thoughts I want to pass on:
Their home is beautiful, the food is to die for, the surf is incredible, the water is perfect, the vibe is tranquil and peaceful, there is everything you need right there and both my wife and I love it. Corky taught my kids to surf and improved my skills in only a few days. We plan on becoming regulars.
Larry - Chino, Ca.
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Bruce R took a Wavecation in May
Posted on Thursday, July 7, 2011 - 9:03pm from Huntington Beach, California
Favorite Break: Saladita
Wave/Swell Conditions: Loooong rides! Waves were always rideable, usually about chest - head high.
Thoughts I want to pass on:
After one trip to Corky’s house I felt like part of the family. After a dozen I know I am because if I misbehave he makes me sleep with the neighbor's goat. Raquel is wonderful and has the best hair in the world. I keep a board there and try to make it at least two to four times a year. You can get in more turns on one wave at that spot than you can in a whole month in Huntington Beach.
Bruce - Huntington Beach, Ca.
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Mark & Kathy took a Wavecation in January
Posted on Monday, February 4, 2013 - 11:04pm from Norfolk, Virginia
Favorite Break: 1
Wave/Swell Conditions: 1
Thoughts I want to pass on:
It was the best trip we ever had, anywhere. It is sort of like if you were a golfer and got to spend a week at Arnold Palmers house. What would you pay to hang with Arnie, play golf everyday with him and get pointers? And on top of that have his wife cook for you every night and listen to stories about golf that would blow your mind. This is like that for a surfer. Corky is a very fun dude and his wife is not only beautiful but really a sweet person. We became instant friends with both of them.
Mark and Kathy - Norfolk, Virginia
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Dr Wireless took a Wavecation in October
Posted on Friday, February 12, 2016 - 2:54pm from Torrance
Favorite Break: La Saladita for long boards and SUPS, and fishes. El Rancho for shortboards
Wave/Swell Conditions: Always great. I go twice a year (May and October)
Thoughts I want to pass on:
If you want to just step off a plane, sans boards, relax and enjoy an amazing place with amazing company, here it is! Of course you can bring boards but Corky has an extensive quiver of everything at your disposal. Board shorts, T-shirts, sandals, leashes and sunscreen are all that is needed. I have been going to this region since 2000 and have stayed at Corky's twice a year for the last three years. Yes, there has been some violence in several parts of the state of Guerrero but I feel far safer in this area than I do in Los Angeles. Don't let our State Department's warnings scare you off. There is a very cool expat community in both Los Llanos/La Saladita as well as Troncones which is 15 minutes south. Make sure to go to Roberto's Steak House in Troncones. On Saturday nights (seasonal) they release baby turtles that they protect, have live music, salsa dancing, and great steaks. Leave your wetsuits at home because the water rarely drops below the upper 70s. Corky is the happiest dude on the planet and staying with him in Paradise with his lovely wife Raquel and housekeepers Javier and Rosa is about as good as it gets. They have an awesome little community that makes me feel more at home than at my local breaks in Los Angeles. Warning, if you enjoy just going to places just once, don't come here! They'll make you feel like family by the end of your first trip and you'll be scheduling your return trip before you leave. Can't wait to go back in May as this year, may have been the best year ever down there for quality waves.
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Property Images

Casa Corky Carroll, you're home away from home

Pool view from the Casa

Stay with Corky in his home as his guest

Surfing La Saladita point break

A big day with great form at Saladita

Saladita is one of Mexico's most consistent waves

Corky will take you out each day for one on one surf

Corky on a nice Saladita top turn

Corky Carroll surfing a solid Saladita swell

Corky Carroll's house seen from the beach

View of the pool and beach...gorgeous