We stay at La Estancia every year. We keep coming back for many reasons - great location in Nuevo Vallarta, the property is very well maintained, nice beach, the pool (and the pool bar), large units with multiple bedrooms, full kitchens and great common spaces, and high quality service.
And this specific rental from Brad and Joey was our favorite of all time. A few reasons why. These units are mostly the same but not identical. Location matters, and this one was right in the center of the main tower, high floor, with amazing views of the ocean. Second, there were upgrades on appliances, such as a really nice washer and dryer. Third, the communication with Brad was very responsive and easy.
And then, for me, the icing on the cake. I have a pet peeve with stays in rental units that are stripped bare before each new renter. Trying to cook something, and there is no salt or pepper or even a little cooking oil? Seriously? This was the opposite, in a good way. The pantry was full of odds and ends - seasonings, dry goods, canned goods, a little pancake syrup, etc. We still went to the grocery store of course, and then left everything behind we didn't eat for the next family. Everyone wins.
All in all, we definitely would recommend this rental from Brad and Joey!