From our heart to your soul.
Casa Candelaria was one of the first homes built in an exclusive residential community of San Jose del Cabo, Mexico, back in an era when the Hollywood elite would come to escape the spotlight.
Originally named The Palapa House for its grand palapa roof that covers the living & dining areas, this cozy family beach house was designed for lazy days staring at the glimmering sea and nights of laughter & soulful chats.
After nearly 35 years of coming to this spot with his family, the original owner decided to sell the home and Jackie, the current owner, jumped at the chance to buy it. Not only because it was being sold by the father of her close high school friend, but also because her sis, Gladys, was living in Mexico and who better to co-host this home and share it with travelers wanting a vacation home with soul.
We renamed the home Casa Candelaria in honor of our mom, Maria Candelaria. While she graced this earth, Maria Candelaria was full of pure love, big-hearted laughter, and an elegant style sprinkled with Latina spice. This is the vibe we look forward to you experiencing while staying with us.
Whether curiously exploring the home that’s intentionally styled to spotlight the artistic creations of Latin American designers and other gems collected by Gladys on her travel adventures…
Or simply receiving the beauty of birdsong and the soft waves crashing in the background as you doze off in a sun lounger by the pool…
We’re excited for you to you experience the magic of restoration here and leave Casa Candelaria fully refreshed & inspired for your next life adventure.
Your hosts
Hey! I’m Jackie, the one on the left and I’m so happy to welcome you to Casa Candelaria! I live in Northern California with my husband where we’re creating the farm of our dreams. We have dogs, cats, chickens, goats, cows, sheep…and more heirloom tomatoes than we can keep up with! Aside from all the animal love here, it’s the stillness of nature and the simplicity of life I cherish. Which is exactly what Casa Candelaria is all about. I know you’ll love it there and my sis, Gladys, will be the perfect co-host for you to have a great time during your stay.
Hola, I’m Gladys. After a rewarding yet arduous 20-year career in the San Francisco Bay Area, I reduced my life to two suitcases and my pup, Lovebug, and began my quest to find home. Two years and 17 Airbnbs later, I was still searching. I wanted a space that was more than staged furnishings and nice linens. I wanted to easily drop into my surroundings and feel inspired, creative, & refreshed…even if just for a few days before my next adventure. After not finding what I wanted, I created that sacred space at Casa Candelaria with my sis, Jackie.
Welcome home.