Rooftop hammock at Cholla Bay Vista at golden hour, overlooking Cholla Bay and the Sea of Cortez

4.92 from 36 Airbnb reviews · Guest Favorite

Rocky Point Vacation Rental in Cholla Bay: Book Direct with the Owner

Sleeps 103 BR100 ft from the waterFrom $125

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Cholla Bay Vista is a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath vacation home in Cholla Bay, on the quiet northwest side of Rocky Point (Puerto Peñasco), Mexico, about 100 feet from the water. It sleeps 10, has a rooftop patio with ocean and desert views, air conditioning in every room, and a garage that fits a large RV or three trucks. Rates start at $125 per night, and booking direct with the owner means no platform service fees.

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Quick Facts

LocationLaguna Shores, Cholla Bay (Bahía la Choya), Puerto Peñasco, Sonora, Mexico
Bedrooms and baths3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
SleepsUp to 10 guests (4 beds plus 2 pull-out beds)
Distance to the waterAbout 100 feet
Sandy Beach and the resort stripAbout 10 minutes by car
Drive from Phoenix or TucsonRoughly 4 hours, including the Lukeville border crossing
RatesFrom $125 per night (weekdays), $175 (Friday and Saturday), $250 (holiday weekends)
Minimum stay2 nights (3 nights on holiday weekends)
Weekly discount15% off stays of 7 nights or more
ParkingRV garage plus a separate car garage: fits a large RV or up to 3 trucks
PetsUp to 2 pets, $100 per pet
Check-in / check-out3 p.m. / 11 a.m., self check-in with keypad
InternetStarlink high-speed Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace
Cleaning fee$90 per stay
Security deposit$500, fully refundable
PoolNo pool
Guest rating4.92 out of 5 from 36 Airbnb reviews, rated a Guest Favorite
How to bookRequest your dates and get a confirmed quote from the owner within 12 hours

Rates verified October 2026. Holiday weekends excluded from standard rates.

See the House: 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Minutes from the Sea of Cortez

Cholla Bay Vista was set up for the way families and friend groups actually travel to Rocky Point: lots of people, lots of gear, and at least one truck towing something.

  • A primary bedroom with a queen bed
  • A queen bedroom for a second couple or grandparents
  • A bunk room with full-size bunk beds that kids love
  • Two pull-out beds for extra guests
  • 3.5 bathrooms, so nobody waits in line before the beach
  • A fully equipped kitchen for cooking fresh shrimp from the fish market
  • A rooftop patio with ocean and desert views and some of the best sunsets in Cholla Bay
  • Air conditioning in every room, which matters from June through September
  • Starlink high-speed Wi-Fi and a dedicated workspace for anyone who needs to log on
  • Self check-in with a keypad, so you can arrive on your schedule

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Shaded rooftop dining table under the palapa at Cholla Bay Vista with the Sea of Cortez beyond
Living room at Cholla Bay Vista with leather seating and glass doors open to the balcony
Bunk room at Cholla Bay Vista with full-size bunk beds
Cornhole boards on the rooftop turf at Cholla Bay Vista with a view across Cholla Bay

Who This House Is Best For

Best for: families and groups of 6 to 10, multi-generation trips, anglers and boaters who need to park a rig, ATV and UTV crews, guests traveling with dogs, and anyone who wants a quiet base with easy access to the rest of Rocky Point.

Not ideal for: travelers who want to walk to downtown nightlife or who want a private pool or resort amenities like a pool bar and spa. For that, see our honest comparison of Rocky Point hotels versus a vacation rental.

Why Guests Choose Cholla Bay Over Downtown Rocky Point

Cholla Bay is where Arizona families have been coming for generations to slow down. It is quieter than the Sandy Beach resort strip and downtown, the streets are relaxed, and the bay is famous for tide pools at low tide and calm water at high tide.

What Is Close to the House

  • The water, about 100 feet from the house
  • JJ's Cantina, a Cholla Bay institution since 1984 for food, drinks, and sunsets over the bay, right across the street
  • Tide pools that appear when the bay drains at low tide (check the tide chart)

What Is a Short Drive Away

  • Sandy Beach and the resort strip, about 10 minutes
  • Downtown Rocky Point, the Malecón, and the fish market, about 15 to 20 minutes
  • Fishing charters, sunset cruises, and ATV rentals (see things to do)

Learn more in our local guide to Cholla Bay.

Book Direct and Save

When you book Cholla Bay Vista on our site, you pay our nightly rate plus cleaning and taxes. You do not pay the guest service fee that booking platforms add at checkout. You also deal directly with the owner, which makes it easier to ask for an early check-in, bring an extra dog, or plan around a fishing trip.

Here is how it works: pick your dates on our calendar, see your estimated total instantly, and send a request. Erick confirms your quote within 12 hours and sends a secure payment link.

Your stayNightly ratesEstimated subtotal
Weekend (Friday to Sunday)2 x $175$350
Midweek (Sunday to Tuesday)2 x $125$250
Holiday weekend (Friday to Monday)3 x $250$750
One week (7 nights)5 x $125 + 2 x $175, minus 15%About $829

Plus a $90 cleaning fee, $100 per pet if you bring pets, and taxes.

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Plan Your Rocky Point Trip in Three Steps

  1. Bring the right documents. Adults need a passport, passport card, or other approved document to drive back into the U.S. See what you need.
  2. Buy Mexican car insurance. Your U.S. policy is not enough in Mexico. Here is what to buy.
  3. Plan the drive. Rocky Point is about 4 hours from Phoenix or Tucson. Phoenix route | Tucson route | Lukeville border tips

Wondering about safety? Read our honest answer from an owner who makes the drive.

Read What Guests Say

Cholla Bay Vista is rated 4.92 out of 5 from 36 Airbnb reviews and holds Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. 92% of reviews are five stars.

CategoryRating
Communication5.0
Cleanliness4.9
Accuracy4.9
Check-in4.9
Location4.9
Value4.9

Guests mention our hospitality more than anything else (21 reviews), followed by the view (14), everything nearby (12), and the location (9). Families and beach lovers come up often too.

Ratings as of October 2026. Read all 36 reviews on Airbnb

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Rocky Point from Phoenix?

Rocky Point is roughly 215 miles from Phoenix, usually a drive of about 4 hours through Gila Bend, Ajo, and the Lukeville border crossing. Border wait times can add to that, especially on Sunday afternoons heading north.

Is Cholla Bay part of Rocky Point?

Yes. Cholla Bay (Bahía la Choya) is a beach community on the northwest edge of Puerto Peñasco, about 15 minutes from downtown Rocky Point. It is quieter than the resort strip and known for tide pools and sunsets.

Is it cheaper to book directly with the owner?

Usually, yes. Booking direct avoids the guest service fee that platforms add at checkout. Our booking page shows your estimated total before you send a request, and the owner confirms the final quote.

What time is check-in?

Check-in is at 3 p.m. and check-out is at 11 a.m. The house has a keypad for self check-in, so you can arrive on your own schedule after 3 p.m.

Is Cholla Bay Vista pet friendly?

Yes. Up to 2 pets are welcome at Cholla Bay Vista for $100 per pet. Tell us about your pets when you request your dates so we can include them in your quote.

How many people can stay at the house?

Cholla Bay Vista sleeps up to 10 guests: a queen bedroom, a second queen bedroom, a bunk room with full-size bunk beds, and 2 pull-out beds, with 3.5 bathrooms.

Check Availability and Request Your Dates

Pick your dates, see your price, and send a two-minute request. Erick replies within 12 hours, and no payment is due until you approve your quote.

Questions first? Call or text Erick at (520) 261-1537 or email etprospero@gmail.com.