Location: Akumal, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (Akumal is about 90 KM south of Cancun on Hwy 307.)
Accommodations: House and Casita, 5 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
No Increase in Rental Fees: We're not raising rates for 2010, and now is an excellent time to book your next vacation. Drop us a note to inquire!
SECURITY ALERT and H1N1 FLU: We've been asked by guests and potential guests about safety in the area. Please rest assured, the recent warnings and media articles about travel to Mexico have been misleading. The dangerous places are primarily US/Mexico border towns, not the Maya Riviera or Akumal area. In addition, the problems have involved members of the cartels and the authorities, not tourists. In the same vein, there are no new cases of H1N1 flu in the Yucatan, and all travel advisories have been lifted.
Whether you seek an intimate getaway for two, or a family vacation for 10, the newly-built, 3,200-square foot Casa de Colores and its 600-square foot, two-story casita (Casita de Colores) are perfect for you. Situated on the North end of Half Moon Bay with magnificent, unobstructed views of the Caribbean, Casa de Colores sleeps up to 10 in the main house and two in the casita. Mexico is about color, and Casa de Colores does not disappoint – its vibrant, contemporary design is accented with the exciting colors of the Yucatan Peninsula – from décor to lovely linens.
In the main house, two top floor master bedrooms with king-sized beds and en-suite baths offer complete privacy, as well as sleek, double glass bowl countertop sinks and terraces overlooking the Caribbean. A family room between the master suites also has stunning views and can be a cozy getaway, complete with flat screen TV/DVD. It is beautifully furnished with a comfortable sofa/chaise lounge.
Two additional bedrooms on the first floor have identical private bathrooms with exquisitely tiled showers and above-counter sinks and fixtures. The Caribbean-facing bedroom offers a king-sized bed and terrace; the second bedroom offers an ocean view, but faces the aqua- and cobalt-tiled 10’ x 30’ swimming pool and cool consuela-tiled surrounding terrace. It has both a Mexican queen-sized bed and extra futon sofa that sleeps two. While the incredible breezes off the ocean naturally cool the interior, all bedrooms are air-conditioned, and all rooms in Casa de Colores and its casita have ceiling fans.
The spectacular living and dining rooms also offer Caribbean views along with contemporary, ultra-comfortable furnishings. You’ll enjoy sinking into the hot red sofas after a day of snorkeling in Yal Ku Lagoon, a short walk away, or swimming in Half Moon Bay, about 100 yards from Casa de Colores. Both have spectacular tropical fish, coral and turtles.
The stainless steel and granite kitchen, complete with dishwasher, features a breakfast counter with four bar stools as well as a center island. The sleek dining room table seats up to 10.
The Casa de Colores casita can be rented in combination with the main house -- and gives parties a 5th bedroom. It overlooks the pool, but both the first floor living room and second floor bedroom have Caribbean views. The casita is comfortably furnished with a beautiful blue sofa and upholstered striped chair. It has a flat screen TV. The kitchen is also stainless and granite and the dining area seats two. The bedroom offers a king-sized bed and beautiful bathroom with aqua-tiled shower and above-counter, contemporary sink and fixtures.
Casa de Colores is ready for your next vacation!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: All bedrooms have air conditioning; all rooms have ceiling fans, and the entire house has great ocean breezes.
- Linens Provided: 300+ thread count cotton sheets for all beds; bath and pool towels.
- Off Street Parking: Parking for 2 cars available right outside the gate.
- Beds
- King Bed (4)
- Queen Bed: Mexican Queen
- Convertible Bed: Double size futon in bedroom by the pool. Two single air mattresses with full linens.
- Crib (2) : Pack-n-play cribs, plus 2 high chairs
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: Rectangular shaped pool is perfect for relaxing or for swimming laps -- and the pool side palapa provides good shade.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Granite counter tops, modern appliances, oven and stove.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Catering Available: Please check with our property manager whenyou arrive. Our housekeeper is a gerat cook.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony: Full balconies on the ocean side of the house, and a great balcony overlooking the pool on the casita.
- View/Location
- Oceanfront: Rocky shore, with terrific tidal pools and blow holes. Steps to the sandy beach.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations): Downstairs of thehouse is accessible, although bathroom doors may be tight.
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan 03-Apr 25 .. Main .. $4500/wk; Main and Casita.. $5500/wk
Apr 26-Aug 22 .. Main .. $3500/wk; Main and Casita.. $4250/wk
Aug 23-Nov 14 .. Main .. $3000/wk; Main and Casita.. $3500/wk
Nov 15-Dec 19 .. Main .. $4000/wk; Main and Casita.. $4750/wk
Christmas week ...... Main .. $7500/wk; Main and Casita.. $8800/wk
New Years week ...... Main .. $7500/wk; Main and Casita.. $8800/wk
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
My husband Eddie, our best friends Susan and Nancy, and I built Casa de Colores from the ground up. We opened the doors during the 2007-08 holidays and have not been disappointed in any aspect. It was an incredible adventure. We all live and work in San Francisco -- real estate, law, and association management. We've been friends forever, and love time spent together here, there and traveling in Europe. -- Shelly
Why the Owner Chose Akumal
We've been coming to Akumal for almost 20 years -- we love the quiet pace, warm people, and wonderful water. We've traveled throughout Mexico, and have always come back to Akumal as home. Someday we plan to retire at least 1/2 time to our Casa.
The Unique Benefits of this House and Casita
Casa de Colores has incredible views, breezes from huge sliding glass doors, the colors of the Caribbean, and so much more. The showers are tiled with turquoise pool tile, the bedrooms are each a different color. Art is a combination of local artists and our own photography (4 photo buffs) stretched on canvas. The pool is a great rectangle lap pool and the kitchen's a delight to cook in -- or not. Our end of Half Moon Bay is private and quiet, but an easy 20 walk to the "action."
Property Photos
- Welcome to Casa de Colores. - Mayan Riviera Real Estate
- The pool and palapa await you. - Mayan Riviera Real Estate
- Hot red couches are comfortable reading spots. - Mayan Riviera Real Estate
- A dining table for 10, with views of the ocean.
- Glass sinks in both master baths.
- Master bedroom #1 -- upstairs, the Blue room.
- Master bedroom #2 -- upstairs, the Red room.
- A great 1/2 bath downstairs.
- The Orange room, downstairs, has sliding doors to the pool.
- The Purple room, downstairs, has doors to the ocean side.
- The kitchen is fully equipped -- to cook, or not!
- The upstairs salita has a lounge/couch, TV/DVD, desk, and incredible view.
- The casita is a fully-equipped one-bedroom house.
- The casita has a living and dining room, plus full kitchen downstairs.
- And a fabulous king-size bedroom and bath upstairs.
- Casa's roof offers shade and two hammocks perfect for napping!
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