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Rancho Pedro Paila - Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve [#175391] | View Property
Tulum
House, 8 Bedrooms + Convertible Bed(s), 6 Baths (Sleeps 16-20)
$1800-$8500/wk
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Traveler Reviews (12)
A Unique and Wonderful Property - Awesome!
Guest: mapman2
(Portland, Maine)
Date of Stay: 04/17/12
Review Submitted: 04/28/12
We rented all three houses at Rancho Pedro Paila for a large family group, from April 15-23. I've been to Tulum each of the past 3 years, and stayed at Mezzanine, El Pez (w family group), and Nueva Vida de Ramiro. Being fairly familiar with the area we had no qualms with renting a bit south of the main beach zone inside Siaan Kaan Reserve/Park. What I am setting up here is this is a remote location, and you have to be willing to trade convenience and nearby activity with serenity and privacy and beauty. This place is a true gem. You drive to the South end of Tulum beach rd, enter park, and drive 10 km on a very rough pothole adventure road. And when you arrive you will NOT want to leave. There are 8 bedrooms between the houses, and each of the 3 has its own kitchen and porch and living area. Our group was 9 adults and 7 kids (age 1 to 13). Any of the houses would be fantastic for a smaller group - especially the main house w 4 bedrooms. It boasts a roof deck, and an upper roof TOP deck that gives vantage to both sunrise to East and sunset to West...awesome. Israel is the caretaker and has a house on site. We took advantage of the meals offer - and it was spectacular. Piles of fresh fruit for breakfast and 6 nights of truly excellent mexican dinners - one night was fish tacos which was a giant red snapper prepared on a grill - the best fish any of us had ever had, bar none. Peter and Tamara were great setting up the rental. And Israel and Irma were great on site. If you want a remote, yet accessible private Tulum beach setting, you really cant beat this place. It is very different from the beach road hotels because of the isolation, but if a private, secluded house rental is what you seek, DO IT. Can't wait to go back. -will mitchell
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Spectacular!
Guest: Michael P.
(Fort Lauderdale, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
We just returned from a 2 week stay at "Ranhco Pedro Paila"... This home was the most wonderful rental home we have ever experienced. The home is perfectly situated being only steps to a pristine, private beach. It has all the amenities that one could imagine. Kayaks, canoes, beach toys and just about anything else you could think of are there for you to enjoy. The kitchen is well equipped, the linens are plentiful, and of good quality. The mornings would be spent on a comfortable shaded veranda sipping coffee. The evenings up on the elevated deck sipping margaritas and enjoying the spectacular sunsets. The wonderful staff is there to make sure your stay is an enjoyable one. One night they even prepared a gourmet dinner for us. Just tell them what you want and they'll take care of it. To sum up - we I felt as if "Ranhco Pedro Paila" was a real home away from home... We most certainly will return to this beautiful rental home.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
A very special place!
Guest: Joe and Byrd
(USA)
Date of Stay: 05/19/11
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
Exceptional, lovely, tranquil, beautiful, quintessential, private, peaceful... Sunrise in the morning from our bedroom or the beach, and sunset at night on the wonderful rooftop deck. We fished, took long walks, body surfed, played and lounged on the beach, read, made trips to Tullum, Koba and a cenote, or two. We ate wonderful food at the ranch prepared by the caretakers, as well as had many delicious meals in the charming little town not far away. This is a beautiful home located in a beautiful area - the Sian Ka'an biosphere - with plenty of room for many or just enough room for two. We loved it and started planning our return before we left! Thanks ever so much Rancho Pedro Paila for a wonderful week!!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
My Favourite Place in the World
Guest: Pearl
(Vancouver)
Date of Stay: 03/01/11
Review Submitted: 05/28/11
After travelling to 50 countries all over the world, from Bora Bora to Thailand, Boca Paila is by far the most beautiful spot I have ever seen. When you enter Sian Kaan you feel a sense of peace and calm, leaving the crowds of Cancun and Playa Del Carmen far behind. One one side of Boca Paila there is perfect endless beach which you have mostly to yourself and on the other side you have a gorgeous lagoon to kayak in with birds and mangroves. You can watch the sunset from the roof over the lagoon and then watch the stars, which are the brightest stars I have ever seen as there is little electricity around the house. The caretakers are lovely and friendly and the house is beautifully decorated and luxurious and very very safe. It is the perfect place for a family or group of friends get away and is the only place I feel I can truly relax and be in nature. THe color of the water is unlike anywhere on earth, turquoise aquamarine blue, with a coral reef close by for snorkellling. Chichen Itza is an hour drive away, the Tulum ruins are close by, and at the end of the day, you can drive away from everyone and everything and rest in the sanctuary of Boca Paila.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Most beutiful beach I have seen!
Guest: Jeremy
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 12/05/10
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
I was a guest at Pedro Paila in Dec 2010 for 1 week and had the most fabulous vacation. The private beach is beautiful- we saw 3 other people walking the beach in a week. The location is perfect- you can just hang out, but if you want to visit the sights, they are close enough for an afternoon trip. Nightly dinner prepared by the staff was delicious. Bring plenty of bug spray and sunscreen, and enjoy swimming in the tropical blue water.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Pristine at its BEST
Guest: sharky
(Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 11/20/10
Review Submitted: 12/23/10
Rancho Pedro Paila is one of the most beautiful remote locations I have ever been to.......and I have been to many. The moment you enter the grounds you feel a sense of serenity and it only gets better as the week goes on. The white sandy beach (looks and feels like sugar) runs for miles, the water is every color of blue and green imaginable and the fishing some of the best in the world!!! Every night a roaring bonfire and the sky filled with uncountable stars. The caretakers Israel and Erma take care of your every need and Erma fills your stomach with wonderful meals. If I ever get married (however unlikely!!), it will be my place, otherwise my special place to visit each year. Thanks again for this amazing spot!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
family reunion in paradise
Guest: Paco
(mpls., MN)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10
Review Submitted: 12/17/10
This place is a hidden jewel. Amazing, clean, unique, great food and service from caretaker family kayaks on the reef and lagoon unforgettable, prices very low by comparison, well maintained, best beach on the entire coast
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Unparalleled
Guest: jon3240
(Minneapolis, MN USA)
Date of Stay: 03/06/10
Review Submitted: 11/21/11
I have travelled to many places all over the world, in particular many locations throughout Mexico and the Caribbean islands. Being especially seasoned in tropical areas, I thought I had seen it all, but this property stands above the rest. The location within the Sian Ka'an reserve is rare in its privacy and untouched beauty. Casa Blanca, the main house, is gorgeous and has all the amenities one could desire. The caretakers are perfect -- when you want them, they are there to help; when you want privacy, they are practically invisible, living set back from the rest of the property. I highly recommend having them cook for you at least a few times -- the food is fantastic. Every morning we watched as one of the caretaker's sons meticulously raked the beach for our enjoyment. The nearby attractions, restaurants, shopping, and activities are endless. For a real adventure, try navigating the road to the end of the peninsula and the small town of Punta Allen. When deciding on our winter vacation location, the conversation is brief. Turks, Anguilla, Little Cayman, again etc.? No, I think we have found the perfect place to return to year after year.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
truly a paradise
Guest: Beachlover
(New York)
Date of Stay: 12/15/09
Review Submitted: 06/25/11
When first stepping on to the grounds, I was impressed with its serene feel. The house was like they described and like in the pics that are posted. The house is warm and inviting. The oversized dining table made it easy to have big dinners together. The view of the beach was spectacular from the house. Also it was marvelous from the rooftop to watch the sunrise and sunset. The bedrooms in the house and villas were spacious, comfortable and tidy. Behind the house is a very private feeling beach. Spending the entire day outside was easy. There was ample beach chairs and shade. There were tons of beach games and equipment the house had. Nearby the beach neighborhood is a cute town that had grocery stores and restaurants. It was a beautiful vacation. I would recommend this place to anyone.
Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
A Slice of Paradise
Guest: Barb
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 04/25/09
Review Submitted: 07/05/11
My week at Rancho Pedro Paila was a much needed break from the stresses of everyday life. It is a paradise with great views, a lovely beach for long beach walks, warm water for swimming & a roof deck for sunset viewing. I stayed in Casa Rosa, one of the delightful guesthouses on the property. Well equipped, I had coffee on the patio every morning looking out at the sea. Then it was time to mosey on over to the main house to see what activities were in store for the day. Mayan ruins are easily reachable and I had my first experience swimming in a cenote, a sinkhole filled with cool, clear groundwater. The caretakers provided excellent meals, including late afternoon snacks to take up to the roof deck to watch the sunset. There is no better place to relax with a margarita in hand! I am dreaming about returning to Rancho Pedro Paila!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Memorable first "real" visit to Mexico!
Guest: BarbOAK
(Oakland, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/18/09
Review Submitted: 06/22/11
I had previously only been to the border towns, and as far as Rosarito -- not truly representative of Mexico. I had heard about this place for years from others who had been there, and finally made a trip with my sister and some friends who had stayed at the property before. It was GREAT! I stayed in one of the casitas. It was fully outfitted with everything you'd need -- extremely tidy and comfortable, with a sliding glass door that gave you immediate access to the beach. I enjoyed walking on the white sand, as well as lounging in a shady spot on one of the hammocks. This is a place where you can really RELAX! Several of our meals were prepared by the caretakers, who live on the property, and are available pretty much whenever, should you need them The food was varied and delicious (unbelievable guacamole!). There's a good market in town where you can find a decent selection of beer and wine (this is a fussy foodie from No Calif talking here :-). In addition, many of the cafes and restaurants on the road as you come into the preserve are fun and casual places, well worth checking out for meals or even just a drink. Make sure you visit the Tulum ruins, as well as Coba. I had a really memorable time at Rancho Pedro Paila, and would enthusiastically recommend it to anyone interested in seeing a lovely, quiet part of the real Mexico!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
The Getaway That Beats All Getaways
Guest: DW
(Pleasant Hill, CA)
Date of Stay: 04/08/09
Review Submitted: 06/21/11
This place is truly paradise! You can walk along the beach for 20 minutes and just maybe, you'll spot a neighbor or visitor. The houses are equipped with all you need and are spotless and well cared for. As you laze on a hammock on the beach, your thoughts will be lost in the gentle waves of the sea and you'll stop thinking about everything else. If you're in the mood for some historical culture, the Mayan ruins are very impressive - Tulum and Coba are not far at all. It's a short drive into a small town where you can shop or stop in a cafe for some authentic Mexican cuisine. It’s also very peaceful to go up on the roof of the main house and enjoy homemade guacamole, sip on a margarita and watch the sunset. Life is grand!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.