Zamna - Dawn on the Most Beautiful Beach in Mexico

• Wow!

  Wow!

  • Guest Mark
  • Date of stay 01/02/13
  • Review Submitted 01/23/13
  Great house, great location. This was our third trip to Tulum, but our first to this house, and it was the best. Right on a white-sand beach with water so turquoise it almost looks fake. When the wind is up, kite-surfers rip from the beach just down the way. Warm, forgiving waves for kids to ride on boogie boards just in front of the house. With so little light pollution, the Milky Way is ablaze at night. And walking distance, via the beach, to at least a half-dozen excellent open air restaurants, albeit with U.S. prices (fish tacos for $10). The house itself is clean, bright, and open, and situated so that the cooling breeze always blows through. No bugs during our January stay! Spectacular views from the porch of the ocean just a few steps away. Owner offered great recommendations for restaurants and local sights. We bought fish in town and cooked on the outdoor grill, and also made the one-hour drive to Punta Allen (via the adjacent Siam Ka'an nature preserve -- highly recommended) to buy lobster from the local fishing co-op. Our family of five shared the house with friends / family of four, and we had plenty of space for all. Can't recommend this house highly enough.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

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• A Perfect Vacation!!

  A Perfect Vacation!!

  • Guest EMH
  • Date of stay 08/19/12
  • Review Submitted 09/11/12
  This was our second stay at Zamna and it was just as amazing as the first time. We spent 2 weeks for our 10 year anniversary and had several friends come through to stay with us. The house was perfect b/c it has 2 bedrooms with bathrooms and private entrances. Each couple got a key to their room and was free to come and go as they pleased. The view is phenomenal, the sunrise is breathtaking and the beach is practically all your own. We were also lucky enough to get a full moon and saw sea turtles galore. Jose is the caretaker and he is always one step ahead of you -- water, beach towels, dishes, etc. I highly recommend this beautiful home to anyone staying in Tulum -- you will be back!

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• An amazing house in a beautiful location!

  An amazing house in a beautiful location!

  • Guest Jennifer
  • Date of stay 12/26/11
  • Review Submitted 01/04/12
  This house was absolutely perfect for our family of four and two grandmothers. Due to the layout, each of us had our own space: a loft for the kids, a master for us, and a bed and bath for each of the grandmothers on their own floor. The view is fantastic, and the weather was perfect. The porch is absolutely incredible. My only suggestion is to bring your own pillows because they're pretty lumpy. Other than that, pure bliss!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.

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• The best place to have your 60th birthday

  The best place to have your 60th birthday

  • Guest Ginie
  • Date of stay 05/09/11
  • Review Submitted 05/27/11
  This place is perfect, clean, comfortable, beautifully situated and very relaxing. Jose was the best, always attending to our needs. There were nine of us in total. We spent alot of time on the beach. We visited the Tulum and Coba ruins and several cenotes and shopped at local gift shops. I had a wonderful massage by Patricia, Maria's partner. We ate alot of fish tacos, yum. I will definately recommend this home and hope to return someday. Thank you Harriet.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing.

  Owner response: I'm so glad you enjoyed ZAMNA. It's a blessing to share this special spot. I'm looking forward to the coming months that bring sea turtles to the beach in front of the house to excavate nesting holes in which to lay their eggs. 60 days later lucky eyes see the tortuguitas erupt from the sand and scamper to the sea. Appreciating the natural beauty of the area.....I've programmed several birding guides cel numbers into the ZAMNA cel phone. Birdwatchers can see 60 species before breakfast near Muyil.

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  • Guest Will Anderson
  • Date of stay 03/01/08
  • Review Submitted 03/01/08
  Dear Harriet, I realize now that you must be besieged by positive input from previous occupants of Zamna but all I can say is your house was wonderful. We all had the vacation of our lives primarily because we were all able to spend the week together in such a perfect environment. We spent a 2nd week in Akumal (with electricity, Sky TV and a pool) and it was great but we preferred your home over it. My 11 and 13 year old adopted grandkids will remember this trip for the rest of their lives. Our 2 year old probably will remember little but enjoyed every minute and we have it all on video tape so he can check it out down the road. Jose was wonderful as I know you are already well aware. What an asset you have in him and his family. The attention to detail and the quality of the finish work there surpassed most of the work I have seen elsewhere in Mexico. My question now is, what are your monthly rates?. We want to return.........

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  • Guest N/A
  • Date of stay 10/26/07
  • Review Submitted 10/26/07
  My wife and I were married in Tulum last march 2006, on the beach. We stayed at the Zamna house and it was perfect. No distractions, just long white sandy beaches. My parents, my brother and I stayed upstairs, my wife, her parents, and her sister stayed downstairs. It is a magical place. If you are looking for complete relaxation on the beach during the day, and great food at night, this is the place. Try the italian food down the beach, its the best. Small place, chef sits right down at your table and takes your order.

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  • Guest Havorka Family
  • Date of stay 12/29/02
  • Review Submitted 12/29/02
  What a wonderful place to gather family from afar for a time of high adventure and quiet sharing. We were as busy and relaxed as we wanted to be. Jose was wonderful to us as was Claire.

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Additional information about rental rates

For stays of less than a week - 3 night minimum - the daily rate plus 10% will be charged.

Fees:

• Pet Fee: $100
• Taxes Not included

Cancellation policy:

ZAMNA Rental Agreement Tulum beach, Quintana Roo, Mexico Reservation # 1/7/13 - 1/14/2013 Agreement made June 30, 2012 between Harriet Stratton, owner, ZAMNA Beach house and Gonna B. Delighted gonnabedelighted@gmail.com Reservations are for 7 nights Arriving Monday, January 7, 2013 Check-in time after 3:00pm departing Monday, January 14, 2013 Check-out time before 10:00am 4 bedroom, 4 bath, 2 kitchen-sitting areas, covered verandah and balcony 2 beach palapas, barbecue, outdoor table under the palms, 2 king size beds, 3 double beds. beach furnishings provided, daily cleaning, WIFI, Night watch Seasonal Rate: $3630 This rental agreement will be validated and your dates secured on the master calendar with a deposit of half the rental $1815 along with the signed rental agreement now. The balance $1815 is due November 7, 2012. Cancellation Policy: If you find it necessary to cancel the reservation, it will be considered effective upon receipt in my email box. Cancellation more than 180 days prior incurs a 15% cancellation fee. Cancellation more than 60 days prior incurs a 30% cancellation fee. Cancellation less than 60 days prior incurs a 100% fee. The forfeited funds (less $100 handling fee) may be applied to a later reservation within two years. Dates at the discretion of owner. Weather: There are no refunds due to bad weather or hurricanes; including any inconvenience or complications caused by a hurricane's direct hit, near miss, or significant threat. Hurricanes are by nature unpredictable and an act of God. purchase travel insurance to protect your vacation investment. Access: An information packet including directions to access the house and household instructions will be provided via email unon receipt of total rental payment. Maid service, gardener, and night watchman are provided. Linens are changed weekly or upon request. Tenant shall be responsible for respectful care of the Villa and beach and for replacing any breakage, damage or loss caused by Tenant or their guests. Guests will be greeted by multilingual property manager and cared for by José pech, the house cuidador. Harriet Stratton 5931 S Crestview St. Littleton, CO 80120 303-798-9924 hstra10@comcast.net ____________________________________________________________________________________ Print a copy of rental agreement, sign it, and return it with your payment.

If you have any questions please contact the owner.