Location: Majahual, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (Four and A Half Hours South of Cancun By Car)
Accommodations: Single Family Home on the Sand, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Please ask about our "couples only" rate of if you are coming VERY soon ask about our "last minute" specials for odd and open days within 30 days of your arrival. The new malecon is in, beach front in town. We are far enough away from the construction and cruise ships (6 miles) that this will not impact your stay, yet it is close enough to drive to if you'd like to mingle with the Cruise ships tourists!
Casita Dragonfly is one of the very few affordable single-family homes for rent in the Mahahual area. 11 kilometers south of downtown Mahahual, you find Casita Dragonfly. Our humble casita Offering two bedrooms with Queen Bed with additional fold out Futon Upstairs, Double Bed Downstairs and two bathrooms on a property that you will enjoy all to yourself. This is not a resort, or a duplex or a complex. It’s your very own beachfront slice of paradise. Please see links below for tons of photos of the house, beach and area!
Only one house next door, with caretakers house in between, plus one house a few lots to the north this is a peaceful parcel of paradise, which will not only serve a family of up to four, but is a perfect romantic getaway for two.
Downstairs you find a living room, dining room, bedroom and spacious kitchen plus immediate access to the large shaded beachfront Palapa porch and the white sands of the Costa Maya. Upstairs, accessed by an exterior staircase is a cozy master bedroom with a spectacular view on three sides plus a roomy ocean view terrace and small bathroom
Experience sunrise with a cup of French press coffee, (as the house sustains itself with solar power and back up generator we do not offer an electric coffee maker, microwave, toaster, toaster oven or any heat producing electronics and they are prohibited in the home--please do not bring your own..even hair dryers are expressly forbidden--using those items will leave you with no power and us with a very expensive solar system to replace)Bring your lap top to stay in touch with the world if you'd like!
The reef protected waters offer an amazing snorkeling experience straight out to the reef on our two kayaks. Although the water in front of the Casita is nice enough to float in and cool off in you will find seagrass a healthy part of the reef system. We suggest bringing your own snorkel gear for a perfect fit for many of the snorkel areas close by.
Standing Fans, Bedfans, and an almost constant ocean breeze keep you more than comfortable on all but the hottest of days. If you are sensitive to the tropical heat we do not recommend our home as we are almost at one with nature, with no means to supply air conditioning if the wind stops. It's rare, but it does happen and we cannot predict when. All windows and doors are screened negating the need for mosquito nets in the evening, although there is one upstairs if you chose to use it.
If you find you are warm outside, enjoy our outdoor shower, cool and refreshing! Please though, do remember to help us conserve water, one of our most precious commodities. Conserve, conserve conserve!!!!
Six short miles to Mahahual via either the beach road or the very close access "new" road you will find restaurants, tiendas, wonderful beachside palapas for a fabulous breakfast, lunch, dinner or refrescas. We are happy to give recommendations. Town is still in progress-- rebuilding after Hurricane Dean but The local people are unchanged-- friendly, helpful and geared towards you having an unforgettable vacation.
So are we.
Please ask about our "couples only" rates available April-November
or our Last Minute Deals if you are coming very very soon!
We ask that you don't blast music or party all night. This is really not a party house--it needs to rest over night too! We have few neighbors, but sound does travel and we hope that you would respect other families and other's vacations, and although we have plenty of solar power the system can be ruined by leaving everything on all night.
If you are sensitive to the heat or live for loud late nights, party scenes and pampered luxury, this is not the house! We are unpretentious, but with everything you need for a short or long getaway! Perfect for those looking for clean comfy creature comforts, but off the beaten path!
Adventurers Welcome!
Please see our guest comments---which speak for themselves!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Linens Provided: There are plenty of linens to get you through a one week stay. Please help us conserve water and do not go for a 'fresh' towel every time!
- Off Street Parking: Long driveway with lots of Mangrove offer much privacy from the beach road
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Room for at least 3 cars, and your RV Boat or Trailer
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Queen mattress in master bedroom upstairs. Loveseat size futon for children sharing room with parents upstairs.
- Double Bed: Double mattress in guest room downstairs. Yes, tall people can be comfortable also! We did not believe it until we tried it out ourselves!
- Convertible Bed (2) : These are actually the living room sofas--click on owners website to see more photos. Extra long and deep, no corner table to shorten the length. Lots of pillows also! Easily sleeps two kids or adventurous adults!
- Entertainment
- Video Library: If you bring your own lap top our small selection of DVDs will help you pass the time, if you choose, and yes, the solar will charge your lap top, cameras, phones, etc.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Everything from measuring spoons and cups, a french press for coffee, a blender--utensils, pots, pans and matching dishware will easily serve six...probably more! No toasters, toaster ovens, microwaves--these draw too much power and would destroy our solar power. Please ask if you need to learn how to make great coffee with our french press!
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Use your best judgement in the wind and around Palapa roof. Bring your own charcoal!
- Deck/Patio: See photo...It's rare that you won't catch a beautiful ocean breeze here both day and night, you may never want to leave the Hammock even to sleep...we have a mosquito net that fits right on it if needed.
- Balcony: With it's outdoor double bed, this is a spectacular spot to catch the sunrise, (ask for photos or click on owners website)it's worth getting up for
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Right on the sand! beautiful gardens and artistic touches front and back Please feel free to ask for additional photos!
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: Satellite internet included at no extra cost. Bring your own lap top
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): If your phone is equipped with wi-fi capacity or if you have a lap top wi-fi card, the reception on the beach and upstairs is great. However, plans purchased outside of Mexico cost a fortune to use in Mexico, please contact your local provider for the astronomical detail on web browsing using your wi-fi.
- Other Amenities
- Home runs beautiful on solar power, we provide a French Press for your morning coffee and have added an outdoor shower to cool off under, 25 meters of beach front is all yours, One house is next door with a full time care taker on premises. If you have a cell phone with international plans and internet capability you may be able to use it. Our own cell phones pick up both calls and intenet perfectly (although depending on your carrier, it may be quite pricey) We offer two kayaks with paddles and leashes for your use! Great place to Kayak to the reef (no life jackets supplied, please use your best descretion)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: $50 Deposit, $10/night per dog, $5/night per cat...MUST GET ALONG with other dogs (and caretaker has wonderful children)
- Kid Friendly: Due to the steep EXTERIOR staircase to get to the master bedroom, some children may feel anxious being separated from you while they are sleeping downstairs, you could consider sleeping in the downstairs bedroom, while they sleep on the couches, but if this is the case, We have a brand new 'double' sized futon that can be folded down so that they may sleep upstairs in the same room with you! you may all share the spectacular view. Water is very calm in front of the house--it is reef protected
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Renters must be at least 25 years old (kids with adults is fine!)
- Smoking Allowed: Smoking is allowed ONLY outdoors, and there is a lot of outdoor space on lot that is 25 meters beach front, 88 meters deep, Please always be aware of the wood deck and palapa roof
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Other Activities
- Some Mahahual Dive Shops offer access to the Chinchorro banks. Snorkeling tours can also be arranged. The ruins in this part of the state are stunning and more off the beaten path than those up north, such as Chichen Itza and Tulum, these beautiful ruins, within a few hours drive, you often have all to your self, we are happy to provide directions and recommendations, our one guideline, never drive at night
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season Jan 6-April 31) $150 per night $950 per week plus 12%
Mid Season (May 1-Aug 15) $135 per night $850 per week plus 12%
Low Season (Aug 16-Nov 14) $120 per night $750 per week plus 12%
Mid Season (Nov 15-Dec 19) $135 per night $850 per week plus 12%
Holiday Season (Dec 19-Jan 03) $1150/wk 7 night min plus 12%
Security Deposit of 150.00-500.00 Extra person over 4 $15 dollars per night.
Credit Cards Accepted Through Paypal Only (add three percent)
Minimum of 3 Nights Rental 50% of Balance Due Within 7 Days of Booking.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Majahual
We were looking for an area almost untouched by man, so far this is the place. the last truly uncorported area on the East Side of the Yucatan. Yes there is a town, but it's 6 miles away. There you can get almost everything you need for a vacation (except electronics) but at the house, you are on your own little piece of paradise. Powered by the sun, quenched by the rain, you decide what you want to do or not. We bought this house for ourselves, simple, sweet and right on the sand. We bought because it's not Cancun, it's not Puerto Vallerta, it's not Cabo. We've been to all and were taken in by Mahahual immediatly. Quiet. Just you and nature.
The Unique Benefits of this Single Family Home on the Sand
The best of Mexico's tropical climate and ambience, but with nice comfy bedding. If you've stayed in Mexico a lot, you know how this is appreciated!! You'll see few people if you choose.
You'll be awakened by the sunrise and you won't mind. They are beautiful, the ocean breezes which are usually plentiful will be your best friend. The palapa porch, we think, is the best in the area...plus we have internet so you can send postcards to your friends!
Property Photos
- View of Casita Dragonfly from the Waters Edge - Yucatan Vacation
- Outdoor bed on patio connected to Master Bedroom, upstairs. - Yucatan Vacation
- Brand New French Doors for Even Easier Access to the Beach - Yucatan Vacation
- Upstairs Bedroom also has small bathroom and attached ocean view patio.
- With Hammock and dining table you'll spend a lot of time Under this huge Palapa
Guest Comments (12)
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Hi Whitney... Everything was perfect. The house clean and beautiful! Full power and water the entire weekend (even for 6 of us!). The caretaker took good care of everything, making sure we had everything we needed and keeping the beach clean. It was really paradise for us! It was also brilliant that our friends could bring their dogs too... I think they may of enjoyed it more than us, they love the beach and swimming... they even followed us out to the reef on the kayaks!! We all live in Mexico... me and my partner lived in Mahahual for a while before Dean and really wanted to return now that it's recovering so we brought some friends along too! We're thinking of returning too to do some diving in Chinchorro so maybe you'll be getting another mail from me!! Michelle
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What a great time at your house in Mahahual! Wish we'd stayed there longer/ Very comfortable..........We enjoyed dining out and needed more time for more restaurants! had fun in and around Mahahual having a beer, eating, sitting beachside! Never had to start generator! Estaban ran the water pump twice! What a great guy! he netted us sardines for fishing. He had a much fun as we did. We caught snapper, yellowfish, grouper. Nothing big, but more than sizeable enough for a fish fry....We gave the second bunch we caught to Estaban and his family! We couldn't eat them all! He (or his wife) made us tamales and empanadas.....Soooooo good! Our adult kids are as excited as we are to head to Mahahual again! They want to go with. THANKS AGAIN!
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Whitney, We all absolutely loved Majahual and The Dragonfly. It was an extremely enjoyable and relaxing vacation. I'll let you know when we can get away to visit again. We've had a LOVELY visit and look forward to returning soon. We love your casita! Thanks again for your fantastic hospitality! Take care, Elayne
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Whitney, How are you??? Our stay in Casita Dragonfly has been just WONDERFUL!!! We love it and are having a great time and very productive too, considering how hard it has been to work and not snorkel all day long!! Thanks a lot for your help… and let´s keep in touch.. We are Casita Dragonfly Fans!
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Jane , Austin, TX
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Other than internet and phone issues (mine wouldn't work anywhere in Majahual- my provider uses CDMA, not GSM), we had a wonderful time. The house was perfect, the view and the beach were stunning! We had a bit of rain and a lot of sun and wind. We ate well, drank well, read lots of books, took the kayaks out a couple of times. We even ventured into town while the cruise ships were in and had a good laugh. Now were back home, and there is snow on the ground. Quite a shock as it hardly ever snows in Vancouver. I uploaded a couple of pictures to my facebook account (I couldn't help but want to show off what a beautiful part of the world we visited!). Thanks again, Melissa
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Lance D , Los Angeles. CA
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Dear Withney, We had a WONDERFUL time at your house! It´s just perfect! Really nice, good atmosphere, lovely decorated and of course, so private! We were just amazed when we saw it and we enjoyed every minute of it! thank you so much, indeed a paradise... We didn´t do much, but read, go out for diner and swim. Unfortunately there was too much wind to snorkel. I also met your friend Sarah, she came to the house to check on us, which was very nice. We had dinner at the Luna Maya with the dutch people and the food was very good! We also ate at the Luna de Plata and at the Travel In which was just open at our last evening. To make a long story short: it was just perfect. Also Estaban is very nice. Thanks again for a perfect ending. With very kindest regards! Carlijn & family
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Hi Whitney, We--Ken, Corinna, and I--had a lovely time there. Our trip started with 3 nights in Tulum, then a drive south to Mahahual. We seem to arrive in the midst of thunderous downpours everywhere, and Casita Dragonfly was no exception. By the time Estaban had shown us around, the rain had stopped, and we were ready to settle in. Our 6 nights were just fine. As Ken put it, "Everything we wanted to work, worked," and the place was comfortable and spacious. Estaban and Deb were helpful without being ovely_present. We really have no complaints. My family of 3 had simple requirements: sunshine for those who wanted it, comfortable shady spots when needed, and reasonable beds and cooking facilities. We were happy as clams--would we have changed anything? Maybe one more comfortable place to sit inside ( 2 people sprawling on the built-in couches had to be convinced to move to accommodate a 3rd), but really, not much else. I kayak'd and walked the beach, Corinna sunned herself endlessly, Ken sought out the shady spots--we were all content. We made gallons of guacamole and pico de gallo, and drank plenty of cerveza and tequila. If we had been there another week, we would have done more exploring--up and down the beach road, Bacalar, etc--but for us, it was enough to know those places were there if we wanted, We had a great stay, read lots of books without running out, could have stayed longer easily. I'd return in a heartbeat. Many thanks, Pam
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We had a great time. We had a couple issues while we were there - none of these were of too much concern to us, but perhaps it will help you in some way: 1. There were ants in the kitchen when we arrived. Estaban did something amazing the second day and managed to eliminate them all from coming in the house. 2. There was a leak in one of your upstairs water tanks - some nice canadian folks came and replaced one of your valves. That's it. Like I said, it was a great time and we were only minorly inconvenienced by those items. Deb came by and was incredibly friendly and helpful - she recommended visiting Chacchoban and Cenote Azure in Bacalar - which we did, and really enjoyed. They started paving the road along the beach in majahual while we were there - looks like things are progressing along quickly.