From 100.00 Per Night Sweet Deal! Beach Casita Mahahual South

• El Turix in March

  El Turix in March

  • Guest jess f.
  • Date of stay 03/19/13
  • Review Submitted 04/02/13
  We had a great stay at El Turix and found Mahahual minus the cruise ship part to be a lovely place to visit! It was so quiet and still. The caretakers, Deidier and Reyna were most helpful. They offered to open fresh coconuts for us each day, helped us score dinner from a local fisherman and kept the beach very clean. Thank you! We all really enjoyed meeting the community of ex-pats in Mahahual. A tequila tasting at the Travel'in with local expert, Fernando was most memorable. Thank you again!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, pet owners, girls getaway.

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• Casita Dragonfly - The House, The Beach, The Mahahual Blues, The People That We Will Never Forget

  Casita Dragonfly - The House, The Beach, The Mahahual Blues, The People That We Will Never Forget

  • Guest Robert J.
  • Date of stay 03/03/13
  • Review Submitted 03/28/13
  4 days prior to embarking on our journey we literally pointed to a spot on a map and determined to discover Yucatan MX, Belize, and Guatemala for 23 days. Intent on avoiding resorts and instead explore the land, the locals, the food, the smells, the life of the land we chose, we booked our flight, reserved a car in Cancun, and found only one place to stay, for one week..at the Casita Dragonfly. For far more reasons than its aching beauty on the powdered sugar soft white sands of the Caribbean, for more than its soul soothing peace and quiet, for it's warm waters, or peaceful evening breezes it was by far our favorite spot of the many we went to. We happened upon Casita Dragonfly on VRBO. It was the only place we even looked at. I sent an inquiry about its availability and must have sounded like a flake because I knew so little about our plans. I was responded to within an hour or two by the owner who seemed suddenly and genuinely like a friend who wanted my trip to be special. Once we found out that the house was available we were provided bucket loads of information about the area that seemed tailored to who we are and what we were looking for in an adventure. After flying into Cancun and avoiding the hell hole of a resort town and meandering to Mahahual over 5 days, we arrived at the house in disbelief that it could be as perfect as it was described. But it was. It was better than described. The house was extremely comfortable. It took minutes for us to feel like we were living in our own house, except the blue blue Caribbean slapped at the edges of our soft sandy front 'yard'. We wiled away our days bathing in the sun, kayaking the short distance to plunge our grateful eyes into the warm crystal clear waters to witness the life of the second largest reef in the world. We spent evenings in town or at local boutique hotels chatting happily with friendly locals. Whitney helped us find the best restaurants, the best bars, the best spots to see. She even helped us find towns and sites to see far after we left the house. We didn't want to leave the Casita Dragonfly. We are already planning our next trip back. We would recommend this beautiful house to anybody that doesn't require resort style amenities, but instead like to be alone when you want to be, cooking local lobster on a grill in the sand on the Caribbean. Whitney is honest and sweet and a perfect host. Go here. Listen to her. Do what she says. You will have an amazing adventure.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• It was a fabulous trip!

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  It was a fabulous trip!

  • Guest Jim
  • Date of stay 01/15/13
  • Review Submitted 02/03/13
  The Casita was just great. Hours on the kayak and in the ocean sprayed by Dolphin breath. Brandy is such a wonderful tough dog. The caretakers are very thoughtful. Tapas at the Travel Inn-yum! We even enjoyed the flooded road. On our way out the Pelicans were having a feast on thousands of fish being washed out of the jungle. The search for some fresh Sardine bait in Xcalak turned in to an afternoon of fishing with ****** on a dugout canoe his father made 60 years ago. What an amazing treat. Also a day to Santa Rosa where the bridge burned down. We gave our fish to a very hungry family and a monkey drank our beer. I'd like to go back in a couple weeks but no one can get away to come with me. Gee it's fun to be home......I busted through the ice on the pond yesterday... went up to my knees.

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• Doesn't get any better than this!!!

  Doesn't get any better than this!!!

  • Guest Dempy
  • Date of stay 03/11/12
  • Review Submitted 04/19/12
  This was my 4th year staying at Dragonfly and we say we're going home now instead of on vacation. This year I even saw a mommy and baby manatee while snorkeling right in front of the house. My husband likes to use the kayaks while I snorkel which works out great when I get tired. HE PULLS ME AROUND!! Plus there's an ouside shower to get the salt off or cool down. Dragonfly is far enough from town, Mahahual, to have all the privacy you can ever want on your own private beach, but close enough to run to town for supplies or dinner...Everything you need to cook is provided, except the food of course, but there are also great eats in Maha. Ours favorites in town are !00% Agave, Tropicante, Nahochka(sp) and there are great places on the beachroad to town. Travel Inn, Maya Luna, and The Italian Pizza place top the list. Leave before dark for dinner because the scenery along the beach road is stunning. The usual potholes and topes (ropes),but well worth it for view... Dragonfly is very cozy and decorated nice but every time we get there Whitney, the owner, has added something to make it even more special.....We spend most of our time on the huge porch lounging or eating. The caretakers are there for any little thing you need..... One of the best parts is the upstairs bedroom with the outdoor bed. The breese and waves and view can't be beat. I'd recommend Dragonfly to anybody, couples, families, friends. We'll be booking again soon, but not soon enough!!!

  Recommended for: Pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• Muy tranquilo!

  Muy tranquilo!

  • Guest E and T
  • Date of stay 11/03/11
  • Review Submitted 11/11/11
  We are a couple who stayed at Casita Dragonfly for 4 nights in early November, and wished we could have stayed longer! The house is very cute, with a lot of thought given to the many touches that make it so comfortable, homey, relaxing, and fun. As an earlier guest mentioned, hot showers and internet access are not to be taken for granted in this part of the world. The kitchen is both convenient and cost-saving, but be sure to also venture out to some of the great restaurants in the area (the nearby Hotel Castillo serves really yummy seafood!). While there are lots of things to do and places to explore in the area (e.g., snorkeling, Mayan ruins), the house is also a perfect place to just hang out on the porch or on the beach and unwind, read a book, and enjoy the sea breezes. The owners are very communicative and responsive in general: they are up-front and accurate about what to expect and what not to expect, and they encourage questions (the detailed information provided on the VRBO listing itself is a good indicator of this). They clearly want to ensure that you are well informed about the house and the area so that you will be happy during your stay. Whitney coordinated our reservation and before our arrival provided a ton of information about the house, what to bring, where to eat, activities, etc. This is an especially fabulous place for independent travelers who have been to Mexico or other developing countries before and know what to expect from a less developed region. While the lovely beach in front of the house is raked daily, the adjacent beaches are not, so expect sea grass and some sea trash washed up on the beaches if you go for a walk. Depending on when you go there might be sea grass in the water. If you are animal lovers like us you will enjoy the dogs on the property. They really enhanced our stay. They are very sweet dogs and good companions, and it was reassuring to know that they would bark at anyone who might approach the house. It was pretty quiet in the entire area during this time of year, with a lot of houses and hotels unoccupied. This might make some people feel isolated, while others, like us, will welcome the solitude (although the caretakers are nearby, so you are not completely alone). It seemed like businesses were starting to gear up for high season as we were leaving. I imagine that things will get more lively in general, but that the house has a peaceful and private quality to it year-round.

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• Despite the October Mosquitos---

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  Despite the October Mosquitos---

  • Guest Doug and Debbie
  • Date of stay 10/15/11
  • Review Submitted 11/05/11
  Hi Whitney, I'm sure that D.probably already replied, but I wanted to let you know how much we enjoyed our stay in both of your places. The rain was really no big deal. What's a little rain, right? The mosquitoes, however, were relentless in Mahahual. Still, it was a wonderful time. Your house is lovely and very welcoming as are your caretakers (and the beach dogs!). Loved Mahahual although it is a little (a lot) slow in October. Never thought I'd say this but we actually went into town when the cruise ship was in because all the shops and restaurants were open. The town was definitely rocking and we had a great time. We loved restaurant 100% Agave. For quality of food and service I'd put it ahead of any restaurant in Akumal for half the price. Our time in Mahahual was so limited we stuck to your restaurant recommendations. We did stop at Tropicante, but it was our first real sunshine day so we just had a couple of cold ones and some nachos. I did get a great massage there, wish I could remember the young women's name. Feel free to use any of our comments on your guest pages. I almost forgot, MAS IMPORTANTE!! Deb fell in love with your upstairs bed at Casita Dragonfly. Make, model, mattress, where you got it and the bed fans too? Thanks, Doug Again thanks for sharing and hope to do it again soon. Doug

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• More Pease

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  • Guest Marcella G
  • Date of stay 10/21/11
  • Review Submitted 11/05/11
  Hi Whitney! The house is amazing thanks!!! We want to stay longer... Is that possible?

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  • Guest Lance M
  • Date of stay 03/13/11
  • Review Submitted 03/26/11
  Whitney We had a great time. The house is beautiful. The location amazing. The sea picturesque. All in all it was a great vacation and we will highly recommend your place to friends. Met some very cool people too, Mexican and foreign. Thanks Lance

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  • Guest Santiago L
  • Date of stay 01/16/11
  • Review Submitted 02/06/11
  Whitney, Sorry for not responding earlier. Things have been crazy lately! EVERYTHING was outstanding. We loved your new candles!! And the new housekeepers were AMAZING. The only problem were mosquitoes. We had to buy and use mosquito repellent. However the wind came and the problem with mosquitoes ended. Thank you very much for everything and we hope to return soon. Take care and hope to meet you in one of our visits to Mahahual. santiago

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• Loved it, loved it, loved it!

  Loved it, loved it, loved it!

  • Guest Heather
  • Date of stay 07/21/10
  • Review Submitted 08/12/10
  Thanks again for renting us your wonderful little piece of paradise! Our week in Mahahual has, like always, gone by much too quickly. I really have to thank you for two things: internet and hot water! We had some of the worst rain I’ve ever seen in my life… seriously thought we’d blow into the sea, yet the internet kept working!!! And your shower rules! It was the absolute best hot shower I’ve ever had in Mahahual. Your dogs are sweet babies, and I wish I could have stayed longer just to hang out with them. If my dogs ever found out that these guys get to hang out and play on the beach all day, they’d be furious. While Phantazmo will never admit it, I think we’re almost friends. The house was more than comfortable. I only cooked one night (too many restaurants), but I enjoyed lighting all the candles and playing Jazzy songs on my laptop… add to that a little rain and ocean breezes and it was a really romantic night – not that anyone fell asleep early from a little too much wine:) The master bedroom upstairs almost felt like a tree house…amazing breezes… loved it!! Julie stopped by to check on us… all was good. The caretaker was always available if we needed him, and he raked the beach every morning. My absolute favorite part of the day was sipping coffee under the palapa porch and watching the sun rise. The only sounds were the birds and the sea… it was divine… we had a wonderful time!!!

  Recommended for: Adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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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%
No Whine special  July 1-Nov 1 six  nights, get one more free. Restriction apply
Security Deposit of 150.00-500.00  Extra person over 4  $15 dollars per night.
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Minimum of 3 Nights Rental 50% of Balance Due Within 7 Days of Booking.

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