Westside story Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 Why some foreigners prefer moving to the West end of Lake Chapala. 1.The plaza is one of the most spacious and beautiful around the lake. 2. There is rarely a traffic problem in the country like setting. 3. The weekly Thursday outdoor market is very large and provides a great variety of produce, food, practical items, clothing, gifts, toys, homeopathic, pet essentials, etc. 4. During the rest of the week there is the Ma rketplaceopen everyday and a variety of stores where everything you need is provided. 5. The Aurera Bodega which some call the Little Walmart has a great variety of things needed in everyday living. 7. The Lakeside park is one of the most beautifully designed so that you can walk out into the lake area on several docks and enjoy all the wildlife. A variety of sculptures and picnic areas abound to enliven the experience there. 8. A brand new hospital sits on the hill looking down over the lake. 9. Nearby is a unique entertainment experience: a real dolphin and macaw parrot show. 10. Throughout the town of Jocotepec you can find just about anything that you think you might need from Home, Depot, Costcos, Mega, etc but just minutes away instead of having to travel to Guadalajara. 11. The Cultural center has an excellent variety of art and photography exhibits, art classes, Children's library, and a nice quiet garden area for eating your lunch bought from one of the town vendors. 12. Nearby is the popular row of Lakeside restaurants in San Juan Cosala all with breathtaking views of the Lake and its variety of bird life. And nearby is the hot water springs and pools where you can relax and let your body be refreshed by the natural hot water springs supplying the pools there. 13. Surrounding the Jocotepec area are the raspberry, strawberry and blackberry farms where you can go and get a big bucket of second rated berries for the price of a song. Most can hardly tell the difference between the first rated ones being sent to the US and those rated seconds. 14. Talk with the foreigners who chose the West end at Racquet Club, Las Fuentes community or Roca Azul. 15. Shop at the variety of places on Hildalgo, Miguel Arana and Morelo 16 To experience the Mexican culture, language and people rather than having the American neighborhood. 17. Cost of rental or purchased properties is less 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vetteforron Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 18 Good roads also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiny Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 1 hour ago, Westside story said: Why some foreigners prefer moving to the West end of Lake Chapala. 1.The plaza is one of the most spacious and beautiful around the lake. 2. There is rarely a traffic problem in the country like setting. 3. The weekly Thursday outdoor market is very large and provides a great variety of produce, food, practical items, clothing, gifts, toys, homeopathic, pet essentials, etc. 4. During the rest of the week there is the Ma rketplaceopen everyday and a variety of stores where everything you need is provided. 5. The Aurera Bodega which some call the Little Walmart has a great variety of things needed in everyday living. 7. The Lakeside park is one of the most beautifully designed so that you can walk out into the lake area on several docks and enjoy all the wildlife. A variety of sculptures and picnic areas abound to enliven the experience there. 8. A brand new hospital sits on the hill looking down over the lake. 9. Nearby is a unique entertainment experience: a real dolphin and macaw parrot show. 10. Throughout the town of Jocotepec you can find just about anything that you think you might need from Home, Depot, Costcos, Mega, etc but just minutes away instead of having to travel to Guadalajara. 11. The Cultural center has an excellent variety of art and photography exhibits, art classes, Children's library, and a nice quiet garden area for eating your lunch bought from one of the town vendors. 12. Nearby is the popular row of Lakeside restaurants in San Juan Cosala all with breathtaking views of the Lake and its variety of bird life. And nearby is the hot water springs and pools where you can relax and let your body be refreshed by the natural hot water springs supplying the pools there. 13. Surrounding the Jocotepec area are the raspberry, strawberry and blackberry farms where you can go and get a big bucket of second rated berries for the price of a song. Most can hardly tell the difference between the first rated ones being sent to the US and those rated seconds. 14. Talk with the foreigners who chose the West end at Racquet Club, Las Fuentes community or Roca Azul. 15. Shop at the variety of places on Hildalgo, Miguel Arana and Morelo 16 To experience the Mexican culture, language and people rather than having the American neighborhood. 17. Cost of rental or purchased properties is less That's all good now but just wait after the above posting. HAHAHAHAHA Some times it better to be quiet. HAHAHAHA 🤣 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Aurora Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 I think what vetteforron is talking about is that Joco replaced all the cobble stone streets with pavers,real improvement.I lived in Roca Azul for a year when first moving to Mexico in 2008.Growing up in the boonies of Washington State wanted to get back to the rural life to an area of south Lake Chapala.Moved to Puragua for a little over 5years,decided to move to the coast to be living close to the beach in Bucerias,Nayarit.Made it 3 years and decided we couldn't handle the heat and humidity anymore,so have moved back to southside of the lake again a little east of Tuxcueca.We have a 5bedroom 3and a half bath house on the lake with 3 hectacres.Now have 4 dogs 4 cats 11 hens and 2 ducks.My wife will go to the northside once a month to get a few things we can't get around here.Living the good life now.New hiway also helps.When they get the new bypass around San Luis finished this side will take off,not really looking forward to that actually,unless we owned where we live 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 With the rainy season runoff from the mountain, paving the streets in Ajijic and area would be an invitation to disaster. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Aurora Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 I agree Ajijic area probably,Joco no problem 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Berca Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 I would be thrilled to see thousands of foreigners move to the west side of the lake. Sure better than the estimated 200 in Joco now. Keep up the good work Westsidestory and post your reasons on every forum or board possible. I support your goal 100%. Best of luck. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Aurora Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 I'm sure there is more than 200 in Joco,anyway Westside story,never heard of the dolphin and parrot show around there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dichosalocura Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 Where is the real dolphin and parrot show located? And is it a permanent feature? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westside story Posted February 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g15043031-d7854531-Reviews-Recinto_Maya_Kay-Chantepec_El_Chante_Jocotepec.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted February 21, 2019 Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 Well live and learn... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westside story Posted February 21, 2019 Author Report Share Posted February 21, 2019 5 hours ago, Ajijic_hiker said: so, do you have a house to sell in Joco? If you are interested in buying a place, I recommend DELETED It is against forum regulations to make Broker recommendations Mod 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rckrckr Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 1 hour ago, Westside story said: If you are interested in buying a place, I recommend DELETED next to Walmart. Probably a recommendation not appreciated by the owner of this forum. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedros Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 6 hours ago, Westside story said: Why some foreigners prefer moving to the West end of Lake Chapala. 1.The plaza is one of the most spacious and beautiful around the lake. 2. There is rarely a traffic problem in the country like setting. 3. The weekly Thursday outdoor market is very large and provides a great variety of produce, food, practical items, clothing, gifts, toys, homeopathic, pet essentials, etc. 4. During the rest of the week there is the Ma rketplaceopen everyday and a variety of stores where everything you need is provided. 5. The Aurera Bodega which some call the Little Walmart has a great variety of things needed in everyday living. 7. The Lakeside park is one of the most beautifully designed so that you can walk out into the lake area on several docks and enjoy all the wildlife. A variety of sculptures and picnic areas abound to enliven the experience there. 8. A brand new hospital sits on the hill looking down over the lake. 9. Nearby is a unique entertainment experience: a real dolphin and macaw parrot show. 10. Throughout the town of Jocotepec you can find just about anything that you think you might need from Home, Depot, Costcos, Mega, etc but just minutes away instead of having to travel to Guadalajara. 11. The Cultural center has an excellent variety of art and photography exhibits, art classes, Children's library, and a nice quiet garden area for eating your lunch bought from one of the town vendors. 12. Nearby is the popular row of Lakeside restaurants in San Juan Cosala all with breathtaking views of the Lake and its variety of bird life. And nearby is the hot water springs and pools where you can relax and let your body be refreshed by the natural hot water springs supplying the pools there. 13. Surrounding the Jocotepec area are the raspberry, strawberry and blackberry farms where you can go and get a big bucket of second rated berries for the price of a song. Most can hardly tell the difference between the first rated ones being sent to the US and those rated seconds. 14. Talk with the foreigners who chose the West end at Racquet Club, Las Fuentes community or Roca Azul. 15. Shop at the variety of places on Hildalgo, Miguel Arana and Morelo 16 To experience the Mexican culture, language and people rather than having the American neighborhood. 17. Cost of rental or purchased properties is less Many valid points there. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 Did i miss the availability of fast internet or basic phone service...Auerea is a grubby store that sells terrible doughnuts... Home Depot and Costco is an hour drive away 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vetteforron Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 13 hours ago, ComputerGuy said: With the rainy season runoff from the mountain, paving the streets would be an invitation to disaster. Wrong! Joco has mountains I think? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 I thought it would be obvious, but I modified my post to indicate Ajijic and area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rafterbr Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 I agree the west side has much to offer and we bought land near San Luis last year. Have a beautiful view of the lake at a fraction of the cost near Ajijic. Plan to build casa in 3 years. Expect costs to really escalate in the coming years. Probably will sell our place in Riberas or sell at this time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cstone Posted February 22, 2019 Report Share Posted February 22, 2019 It souds lovely and I am glad that you are happy. PLEASE continue to sing the praises of the WEST END and add the charms of the South Shore, too. Hopefully, all these newbies will follow your lead and move there, too. 2 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael2595 Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 On 2/21/2019 at 7:28 PM, lakeside7 said: Did i miss the availability of fast internet or basic phone service...Auerea is a grubby store that sells terrible doughnuts... Home Depot and Costco is an hour drive away Owned by Walmart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lakeside7 Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 31 minutes ago, michael2595 said: Owned by Walmart So what is intented to mean 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngusMactavish Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 8 minutes ago, lakeside7 said: So what is intented to mean I am sure he meant that "Auerea is a grubby store that sells terrible doughnuts." is owned by WalMart. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael2595 Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 32 minutes ago, lakeside7 said: So what is intented to mean Intended for information. Walmart owns in Mexico Bodega Aurrera Express - 1,026 Bodega Aurrera - 520 Mi Bodega Aurrera - 364 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngusMactavish Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 FYI, Oxxo has 17,500 stores in Mexico. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ComputerGuy Posted February 23, 2019 Report Share Posted February 23, 2019 Tim Horton's has 4,613 locations worldwide, including some somewhere in Mexico. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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