Vacation Rentals by Owner

Absolutely Top Notch

Guest: Robert W.
Date of Stay: 03/13/12 Review Submitted: 03/27/12

The house was absolutely beautiful, and impeccable service. The house was very well appointed, and everything was of excellent quality. The staff was amazing. At one point, I declared that if I was on a desert island, and could only eat one thing for the rest of my life, it would be the chicken fajitas the staff made.

Owner response:Thanks Robert!

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A truly first class experience

Guest: John N.
Date of Stay: 03/13/12 Review Submitted: 03/27/12

My wife and I got married at Casa Buena Suerte on March 17, 2012, and everything about it was absolutely amazing. The premises are beautiful, the house is very spacious and nicely appointed. The outdoor space and pool are particularly special, and we enjoyed much time relaxing out there with our guests. The roof deck is very cool as well. As for the staff, I can't emphasize enough how incredible they are. The level of service was first class and everyone was so friendly and helpful, often going above and beyond what was expected. The food was delicious and we found ourselves wanting to stay at the house and eat rather than go out. In short, the villa and it's staff exceeded our expectations and we can recommend it highly without hesitation. 

Owner response:Congratulations on your wedding. We are thrilled to have made it a successful event for you!

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Amazing Vacation

Guest: Meg S.
Date of Stay: 03/03/12 Review Submitted: 04/23/12

We had the most amazing vacation at Casa Buena Suerte! Our family, 11 of us from age 2 to 71 stayed for a glorious 10 days. Marc is so wonderful to work with and he made sure every detail was taken care of before our arrival. The house is amazing! I can't say enough about the property. its spacious, comfortable, beautiful, clean, just incredible. The outdoor space is just as wonderful as the indoor-between the outdoor dining space, lounge area, pool, beach, etc-you just can't go wrong here. The staff is really top notch. They take of your every need and go way above and beyond to make cetain this is a stay of a lifetime. We can't wait to go back!! Thanks for such a wonderful experience and stay.

Owner response:Thanks for writing in Meg. We're glad to know that CBS met your expectations and hope to see you back on beautiful Soliman Bay soon!

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Great Location with Something For Everyone!

Guest: Mark R.
Date of Stay: 02/01/12 Review Submitted: 03/13/12

We stayed at Casa Bueana Suerte with our family that included 5 couples and 5 kids. Marc the house owner answered every little question we had and arranged all the details for us to make this trip seamless. I can’t imagine another place offering the attention to detail, location, staff and house. Hugo the House Manager was there to greet us each morning and after each excursion. He paid attention to all the little details we needed even before we realized we needed them. He set us up with a few beverages; fruit and snacks, even brought the two toddlers a little gift back from the store. The bedrooms were all arranged for us and had travel cribs set-up and high chairs set out in the dining room. They had frozen margaritas ready for us when we arrived. Each bedroom had a great layout and having private bathrooms was nice, no one felt left out. You can tell Marc is and expert at his job and knows how to design a home. The food prepared from the menu everyday by the chefs was second to none and not having to shop, cook or do the dishes, somehow made it taste even better, if that was even possible… Renting the house was perfect with the little ones as it was easy to put them down for naps and bed whenever they were ready and we didn't have to worry about going out to eat. The fresh coffee, orange juice and morning breakfast by Sophia was wonderful to wake up to everyday. The beach was raked each morning but would leave any of our previous days sand creations :) and chairs and cushions set out. Hugo was always there and ready to set up our day. He arranged our transportation and recommended places to go or companies to use for each activity. He would check with us before he went to town and pick up groceries and drinks and with 15 people making arrangements wasn’t always easy but he was able to accommodate everyone and make arrangements for all of our activities even if it was letting us enjoy the house, just chill on the beach or by the pool. Favorite activities of our group were scuba diving the cenotes with Mexi Divers and in Cozumel with Scuba Tony, flats fishing with Boca Paila, Xcaret, Xplore, Xel-ha, going to the beach in Tullum to body surf and hit some restaurants right on the ocean (which Marc recommended a few different places and they were great), we rented a catamaran through Fat Cat and went snorkeling with our family which was a lot of fun. Pool time, playing in the sand and being able to snorkel right by the house was amazing.

Owner response:Thanks Mark - We're glad that you got to enjoy so many activities. The Riviera Maya has so much to partake in and it is truly a snorkelers paradise. Next time you must visit some of the archaeological treasures like Ek Balaam and Chichen Itza. Thank you for the terrific review!

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Better than we expected!

Guest: Mark R.
Date of Stay: 02/01/12 Review Submitted: 03/08/12

It’s been a month now since we’ve returned from our family vacation to Mexico. We realized how different CBS was from other vacation home we have rented before we even arrived in Mexico. Right from the beginning we knew that this trip was going to be spectacular, not only because of how awesome the place looked from the website but by how much care and attention Marc put into his work pertaining to making sure that we had every bit of info we needed and ensuring we were going to be looked after while on vacation! From the moment we stepped off the plane (ALL FIFTEEN OF US!) we were welcomed by, who would turn out to be our driver for the rest our trip, David from MOTMOT tours. MOTMOT was suggested to us by Marc and looking back I think this was truly the way to go. We arrived late that night to CBS and were welcomed by Hugo the house manager. Aside from the obvious beauty of the actual home our group immediately took to Hugo’s contagiously happy personality, especially our daughter! Upon the sun rising the next day we actually got see what paradise really looked like in the day light, BREATHTAKING! It did not take our family long to get on the kayak’s to explore Soliman Bay and be astonished by the marine life only a short 5-minute paddle to the reef. The snorkeling at the reef was amazing, how often can you see sting rays, turtles, and multiple brilliantly colored fish and even a barracuda, 5 minutes after getting out of bed? The house, staff and location was why we booked this trip we still had to venture out to see some sights and local culture, which having Hugo to arrange it and David to pick us up made this effortless. Given the fact at how close CBS is to Tulum and some other excursions we took full advantage of it’s great location to enjoy the fantastic beaches and restaurants suggested by Marc and the CBS staff. One of the excursions included a day trip to Cozumel to do some sightseeing and diving for a few of us. After our first wall dive we were headed back to the beach club to have some lunch and on the way our guide at Scuba Tony’s noticed a pod of Dolphins. They got the boat near them and we were able to jump in and swim with them. Seeing the visible excitement from our dive master and her explanation of how rare this occurrence was that we were swimming with “WILD” dolphins, actually one of them even was playing with us, what an experience!!!! MUCHO GRACIAS CBS!!!

Owner response:Thanks so much for your input! We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed the villa but even more happy that you were able to really see the beauty of Soliman Bay. It sounds like you had a great family adventure. Hope to see you back at CBS soon!!

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Can't wait to go back!!!!!!

Guest: Laura F.
Date of Stay: 01/24/12 Review Submitted: 02/02/12

From reservations to our drive to the airport this was a great trip! We were never disappointed the house, the staff, the beach. Will try and return next year!

Owner response:We will be happy to reserve your date for 2013!

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The Perfect Mexican vacation home!

Guest: Jeff A. (Tucker, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12 Review Submitted: 01/26/12

We cannot say enough good things about our week at Casa Buena Suerte. It was fantastic. The house and the grounds were beautiful and immaculately maintained. The seating area outside on the lanai was our favorite. We would gather in the morning for coffee and usually for cocktails before dinner. We were not quite sure what to expect from the food. Boy were we surprised. The food was unbelievable. Not only the flavorful taste but the presentation was always perfect. Even our lunches were gourmet. The salads and the home made touches were always a surprise. Did I mention the desserts. WOW! Jose and George were great chefs, met every need and exceeded every expectation. The Fish tacos for lunch were the best we ever had and were our favorite. From David and his crew picking us up from the airport to our final toast with the house staff, we had a most enjoyable vacation and could not recommend Casa Buena Suerte enough. Thanks for the champagne and making the house so inviting. Can’t wait to return!

Owner response:Thank you Jeff!

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Semaine extraordinaire

Guest: Lynda D. (null)
Date of Stay: 01/04/12 Review Submitted: 01/27/12

C'est un endroit magique,féérique. En arrivant nous sommes éblouie par la beauté de cet endroit. La propriété est à couper le souffle. Hugo était toujours là pour nous. Il était toujours de bonne humeur et toujours prêt à nous aider pour quoi que ce soit. Nous voulions visiter des cenotes et Hugo nous a référé un endroit qui était si beau et même plus encore. Ce fut une journée mémorable. Sophia elle s'occupait de l'entretient ménager qui était fait quotidiennement et toujours avec un beau sourire. Quel bonheur de se lever le matin avec un café et assiette de fruits frais fait par le chef Jose et Rojer qui nous disaient buenos diaz pour ensuite se rendre au bord de la mer et prendre conscience de ce magnifique paysage. Ils nous préparaient le diner et nous préparaient des soupers sublîmes. Tous les matins on voyait Aurelio nettoyer la piscine ou l'extérieur de la résidence ou encore le bord de la mer. Et quoi dire de la mer.....prendre les kayak pour faire de la plongée un peu plus loin ou l'eau est d'une tranparence inimaginable et y voir toutes sortes de poissons et si vous êtes chanceux y voir des tortues. Le soir tout était parfait. Un peu de musique, un ver de vin à la main, luminosité du site parfaite. Le paradis quoi et pour finir pourquoi pas de la musique un peu plus forte et qui fait bouger tout le monde dans le sable sur le bord de la mer. En résumé, c'est un endroit féérique, calme, relaxant, d'une beauté sublîme avec une équipe merveilleuse. C'est à refaire.

Owner response:Je vous remercie beaucoup. Nous espérons avoir votre visite sur notre villa de nouveau dans un avenir proche!

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a private Four Seasons

Guest: mary p.
Date of Stay: 11/16/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

Our third recent trip to Casa Buena Suerte was (something none of us thought possible) our best yet. The gardens have become so lush there are even more intimate nooks to escape to with a good book. The natural beauty of Soleiman Bay coupled with the grace and lavishness of the villa make one feel like you died and went to heaven! We ate in more frequently this time, (not wanting to leave even for an evening) and were impressed with the professional Chef Jose. He made a different meal every night and each one was delicious. To gather around the beautiful stone table inside or outside in the sunken dining room under the stars and arbor, after sunset cocktails on the roof deck, made the perfect finish to each glorious day. Hugo, the manager was there for any little thing our hearts desired, filling in the blanks discreetly and kindly, Sophia served us the best breakfasts and quietly cleaned and straightened up our mess, Aurelio watered and cleaned the infinity pool, raked the beach and fluffed the cushions!! We all agreed we had never enjoyed a week more. The Thorwarth clan, who never agrees on anything, voted unanimously to book for 2012. Thank you CBS, Mary Thorwarth

Owner response:Thank you Mary! We look forward to seeing you again soon.

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Un coin de paradis

Guest: Claude P.
Date of Stay: 11/12/11 Review Submitted: 02/06/12

Une heure au sud de Cancun, il y a un petit coin de paradis. Casa Buena Suerte dans la baie de Soleiman. Une reunion de famille nous a rassemble sous le soleil mexicain. Hugo qui gere la villa nous a accueilli tres amicallement et au long de notre sejour etait attentif a nos questions et demande d’informations ( principalement des recommendations des meilleurs restaurants a Tulum et quoi ne pas manquer). Un superbe concierge. Casa Buena Suerte est comme un petit hotel **** avec l’avantage d’etre independent. Jose le chef nous a prepare des repas classics Mexicain . Soupe de tortilla , steak Harracherra , homard Caraibe et autres specialitees digne d’un grand chef. Et puis tous les matins , Buenas dia de Sophia avec un fabuleux petit dejeuner avant qu’elle aille a ses autres occupations. De la nous etions tous impatients de nous disperser soit a la piscine qui sort d’un magazine ou la plage avec les palapas pour l’ombre (mon endroit prefere avec un bouquin )et kayaks si vous voulez faire du tuba pres du corail. Ce qui m’a impressione est le confort est l’attention aux details . La villa a etait concue par un decorateur de New-York . Demeure tres intime ,toujours possible de s’isoler mais aussi de regarder un film dans les grands sofas dans la salle de sejour. Nous avons tire au sort pour le choix des chambres toutes sont tres luxureuses . Pour terminer merci Hugo, Sophia, Aurelio et Jose de rendre notre sejour si agreable.

Owner response:Merci beaucoup de vos commentaires. Nous nous réjouissons de vous voir de nouveau à la Casa Buena Suerte

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Absolutely Amazing!!!

Guest: Dino P.
Date of Stay: 11/12/11 Review Submitted: 12/05/11

We stayed at the Villa with a group of 5 couples. Every day exceeded the one before. The house was beautiful from top to bottom. Meticulously cared for and decorated. Each bedroom suite was equally comfortable and enjoyable. The Property had all the benefits of an all-inclusive resort with the privacy and flexibility of being home. The staff was willing to cater to our every need and went out of their way to make a birthday celebration extremely special. Hugo was there to greet us with a smile and frozen pina coladas and continued to see that all of our needs were meet throughout our stay. Sophia started our day off right with fresh juice and breakfast. The crowning glory was Jose and his assistant who made each meal a 5 star dining experience. Not only were the meals delicious but they were prepared with love. Not to be forgotten was the beauty and serenity of the beach and surroundings. Having Massages on the beach in front of the palapa was a slice of heaven. We each left a piece of our heart at Casa Buena Suerte and took with us memories that will last a lifetime. Marc the owner is to be commended for his professional and courteous manner in which he handled everything from initial inquiry to departure day and check-in's during our stay. No detail was left undone. We can't wait to return someday soon.

Owner response:Thank you for your review; we look forward to your return. We wish you and your family a Happy Holiday Season...Buena Suerte!

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A fabulous house in a spectacular location

Guest: hallie m.
Date of Stay: 08/31/11 Review Submitted: 09/04/11

Casa Buena Suerte in Soliman Bay is the perfect destination for a family vacation. We spent the last week here and we are just heartbroken to leave. We have enjoyed kayaking and snorkeling with the entire family; we have been exhausted at the end of each day and awaken refreshed each morning ready for another day of water and sun. Sofia greets us each day with fresh squeezed orange juice and pancakes or french toast – what a joy to have someone do this for us and with such a sweet smile. Hugo has made wonderful suggestions and is always there with whatever we may need. We rent vacation homes frequently but some of the amenities were an unexpected surprise; more typical of a boutique hotel than a rental home. The house itself has enough space for four or five families. The house would work well for children of any age; plenty of space for toddlers or young kids to play and enough rooms for older kids to find privacy when preferred. The palapa is the perfect place for a couple without kids who might be joining a larger group (or for in-laws who prefer some time to themselves). There’s a lovely sea breeze so we can really enjoy the beach. It’s like a private beach club where we are the only members and the weather has been perfect! Overall, I would say this has been one of the best vacations we have ever had and I look forward to coming back soon.

Owner response:We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. Thanks Hallie!

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

5-Star Gem

Guest: Martin D.
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/12/11

Casa Buena Suerte exceeded all expectations on our much anticipated vacation to the Riviera Maya. This exquisite and secluded villa was like stepping into a painting. The accommodations and the tireless staff added to a week of wondrous perfection. The glistening infinity pool and vibrant grounds, the meticulously designed interior (the beds are like clouds) and personalized meals, plus the natural backdrop of Soliman Bay made for a superfine vacation experience unsurpassed. Whether kayaking and snorkeling in what seemed your own private seascape or just sitting on the beachfront deck relaxing to the gentle breezes and sound of the surf, one was never in need. We were a group of 10 and there was plenty of space for privacy. The suites are all unique, the palapa like stepping back in time, or if you can imagine, into a romantic Bogie/Bacall film. The upper kitchen was very convenient. We just adored the rooftop deck with so many spectacular views; the large vaulted living room and widescreen TV with satellite; the lovely breakfasts prepared by Sofia and the delicious preparations by chef Jose. It seemed futile to leave the premises but, although secluded from bustling tourist crowds, it was easy to get to the area's attractions with special care from the concierge Hugo. He was wonderfully entertaining with his stories as well. One week here was just not enough even to explore the potential of property. Didn't want to leave and the experience continues to linger weeks later. We are hoping for a repeat trip next year, definitely.

Owner response:Thank you for sharing your experience. The Tulum area is great for people who are not into large crowds and mega hotels. We are so blessed to have the architectural ruins of past civilizations so close by. On your next visit, you must swim in a cenote. The area has many cenotes which are fresh water pools that lead to underground rivers that were formed thousands of years ago when an asteroid shower hit the area. These underground waterways and tunnels are truly fascinating to visit and great for a family adventure as well.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Bravo

Guest: Alex
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/19/11

I spent a week at Casa Buena Suerte and I'm only sorry that it was not longer. The home is beautiful, elegant and chic. I have seen many beach houses, but none this fabulous. My kids were entertained all day in the pool. My wife and I relaxed in the sun, snorkeled in the bay and enjoyed margaritas on the roof deck at sunset. We had never been to Mexico or The Riviera Maya and we were surprised at how beautiful it is. None of the big hotels and crowded beaches, great snorkeling, our own kayaks to use, our own chef to serve food and drinks - what more could you ask of a vacation spot? Bravo!

Owner response:It's refreshing to hear that you have discovered the true character of the Riviera Maya. Unlike Cancun and the other mainstream vacation areas, Tulum and Soliman Bay maintain the unspoiled quality that attracted us to this area. We love to hear that our guests appreciate what Casa Buena Suerte has to offer. Thank you!

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

World Class

Guest: S P.
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/19/11

Casa Buena Suerte is more than just a villa - it is a luxury vacation spot that rivals any of the great vacation destinations in the world. My family and I experienced a private river cruise in France last year and much to my surprise, our week at CBS was just as enjoyable. Our biggest surprise was the private chef. We enjoyed fresh caught local fish and authentic Mexican and Mayan specialties, all presented magnificently and all delicious! The staff could not have been more delightful from the warm welcome to the spotless upkeep of the villa and the grounds. My wife is very conscious of cleanliness and our kids are always crawling around so we really appreciate when our environment is well kept. The overall experience was so delightful that we have already started to talk about our next visit. Truly a World-Class experience.

Owner response:Thank you for your observations. Our goal is to be the very best we can be at Casa Buena Suerte. We appreciate your kind words and support!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fantastic Pool!

Guest: Caetlin B.
Date of Stay: 07/09/11 Review Submitted: 07/18/11

As a swimmer I have to say that the pool at Casa Buena Suerte is fantastic! I swim 50 laps every morning at home and I really appreciate a big swimming pool. The pool was great for my laps in the morning and perfect for our kids in the afternoon. The surface of the pool is smooth cobalt blue tile and there's an extended shallow end so the kids can feel safe while the adults enjoy the deeper end. We enjoyed going out in the kayaks; the sea is clear and blue and we were able to tie the kayaks up to a buoy to go snorkeling. The location is awesome -we saw squid, stingrays, barracuda and sea turtles. Back on shore, we appreciated the expert staff and the obvious planning that went into the creation of the villa. There are areas for reading, relaxing, dining & entertaining and there's plenty of space so you can have a massage in total privacy. The villa has a great spa menu and the two massage therapists that we used were wonderful. We loved it and hope to return very soon!

Owner response:We're so glad you enjoyed the pool and sea at Casa Buena Suerte. The villa is situated on the second longest coral reef in the world and we love to hear that our guests are enjoying the sea life at our doorstep. Thank you!

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

What a way to go!

Guest: Peter T.
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 08/11/11

We had the pleasure of spending a week at Casa Buena Suerte and the vacation was second to none. The house itself is spectacular with spacious rooms and private bathrooms/terraces for each individual room. With 3 kayaks and snorkeling equipment provided, we took full advantage of the beautiful beach 20 feet from the private pallapa. If the beach isn’t inviting enough, you can relax and do nothing in the amazing infinity pool that makes you feel like you’re at the edge of the beach. We originally had a list of restaurants in the area that we were eager to check out but Jose impressed us from the beginning and we wound up eating all but 1 dinner and 2 lunches prepared by Jose, not to mention the complimentary fresh fruit, baked goods and hot breakfast served by Sophia every morning. Hugo was the best catering to all our needs be it transportation, grocery shopping or just a basic question about the area. The location was far enough from the crowds yet being 10 minutes from Tulum to the south, 10 minutes from Xel-Ha to the north and 45 minutes from Playa Del Carmen provided plenty of options without much traveling. Overall a wonderful experience that we hope to make an annual event.

Owner response:Thank you so much!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Blount Family Vacation

Guest: Texas 14 (Joaquin, Texas, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/11/11 Review Submitted: 06/21/11

I can hardly express how much we enjoyed our trip to the Mayan Riviera and especially CASA BUENA SUERTE. It more than met our expectations. Each room in the common areas was beautifully laid out, the bedroom suites were luxurious and the outside of the property was the best. The kids lived in the pool. I'm sure, if there were neighbors, they had an earful of games of tag and 500. The website is very good and we had a good idea of what the place was like, but photos and descriptions cannot capture the essence of being there. When we entered the gate, we were blown away with the overall effect of the grounds. It was breathtaking!!! But the very best part of the house is the staff. They were so friendly and helpful in every way. It seemed that we could just mention something and Hugo would be there to take care of it. He even arranged for a birthday cake for our son-in-law, candles and all. Sophia had her hands full with our big group, but she did an excellent job of keeping the place clean. My daughter with the 16-month old couldn't believe that she didn't have to wash a bottle the whole week. Each staff member played particular attention to our little Carolyn and she ate it up! Even Jose filled her bottle for her to her delight. Jose and Jesus became dear friends as well. We wanted to bring them back to Texas with us. The meals were so delicious and so easy. It is difficult to take 6 kids our to restaurants. Having the chef service became the highlight of the trip. Thanks, also, for recommending David to us. We used his transfer service and also took a snorkel trip with him. He was most courteous and showed a lot of patience with such a large group. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We will return!! Gene and Betty Blount - Joaquin, Texas Travis, Gena, Sophie and Zane Bunn - Longview, Texas Jonathan, Dorinda, Benjamin and Rowan Williams - Houston, Texas Steve, Kelli, Trajan and Carolyn Falk - San Antonio, Texas

Owner response:Thank you for your wonderful comments. Our goal is for Casa Buena Suerte to be the best villa experience on the Riviera Maya. We are so happy to have exceeded your expectations and we look forward to your return visit! Best Wishes to you and your family!

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

Ideal Family Vacation

Guest: Swedenborg
Date of Stay: 05/08/11 Review Submitted: 06/12/11

Lovely spot. Hugo, Sofia & Jose (& Carlos) were marvelous. An excellent spot for a family break, marvelous quiet time... cool breezes, well let's just say it was ideal! Thanks for a great week. Swedenborg Clan

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Amazing Time!

Guest: Brown Family
Date of Stay: 04/23/11 Review Submitted: 06/12/11

17 of us spent 11 days at CBS and had an amazing time! We are 4 families who have been taking an annual spring vacation for the last 8 years. (9 children ages 6-10) and 8 adults. We have traveled to some of the most amazing places and have stayed in some gorgeous villas and we all agree that CBS exceeded our expectations!! The villa is beautiful but the staff truly made our stay! Hugo was so accommodating and helped us arrange day trips etc., Sofia kept the house tidy, beds clean and greeted us each morning with a smile and a great cup of coffee. Aurelio kept the beach clean and groomed and Jose always served fresh delicious food. We have always made a point to take this vacation in different places so the kids can experience different things, but we are already talikng about returning to CBS. A special thanks to Marc, who called to check in on us during our stay. He has created a lovely vacation spot tucked into the beautiful Riviera Maya!! The Browns, Allens, Singers & Carrabas

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Wonderful

Guest: Guy
Date of Stay: 04/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/12/11

We didn't know what to expect when we decided to book a villa instead of an all-inclusive for our family vacation this year. We were fortunate there was an opening in a home large enough to hold our family of 15. What we found was paradise in Casa Buena Suerte. From the first evening we arrived until this sad day of our departure every detail was taken care of. Jose & Carlos cooked delicious fresh foods and always enough for our big eaters. Sofia and Aurelio were always on hand to keep the place sparkling and help if we needed them. What a great staff!! Thanks for a wonderful week in a beautiful home!! The Guy Family

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Wonderful

Guest: Guy
Date of Stay: 04/02/11 Review Submitted: 06/12/11

We didn't know what to expect when we decided to book a villa instead of an all-inclusive for our family vacation this year. We were fortunate there was an opening in a home large enough to hold our family of 15. What we found was paradise in Casa Buena Suerte. From the first evening we arrived until this sad day of our departure every detail was taken care of. Jose & Carlos cooked delicious fresh foods and always enough for our big eaters. Sofia and Aurelio were always on hand to keep the place sparkling and help if we needed them. What a great staff!! Thanks for a wonderful week in a beautiful home!! The Guy Family

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cayenne

Guest: cayenne (Atlanta, Ga. USA)
Date of Stay: 12/04/10 Review Submitted: 01/12/11

We had the pleasure of staying at Casa Bunea Suerta for a week in early December of 2010. There were 14 aduts and one child and we were treated to an exceptional week. The staff was gracious, on time, provided everything we asked for and the hosue manager made our excursions all run well. Every time we needed a taxi or a late afternoon beer or wine run or anything else it was provided. The cooks were a splurge from our host and what a treat that was. The 2 chefs purchased all the food and prepared lunch and dinner every day at 12:30 and 6:30. They made fresh salsa and guacamole every night. They bought good quality meats and prepared them very well. even took into account a few special dietary needs. The Casa was remarkable. Every room and bath had unique features. The size of the rooms and showers were enormous. Every detail was grand. The sheets and linens and bedspreads and decoarting made us feel like we had small, well designed hotel to ourselves. The beach was well equipped with chairs and kayaks and life vests. We hiked out every day around the point on both sides and enjoyed bird watching and just walking along the rocks and shore. Even though we were up late most nights about 8 of us gathered every moring at sunrise on the beach. The beach had been raked, all the equipment put back in place from the previous day and cleaned from the debris from the tide. I am telling you this entire stay we experienced service with a smile and the privacy to do what we wanted with prompt assistance when needed. The pool and grounds were beautiful in both design and upkeep. As was every single room of the house. The kitchen and layout of the main floor were excellent for entertaining. We enjoyed the big screen Tv ( go Falcons) and when we could only get a spanish station the house manager somehow found an english channel. The rooftop deck was a great place to have cocktails and watch the sunset. Again the amenities were great.There were large confortable sofas and we spent every evening up there waiting while dinner was prepared. We would definately rent this Casa again and refer it to everyone we know. If you are discerning and like to stay in well designed and well maintained homes with great views and access to great areas this is the place, We were ten minutes from Tulum by cab. We went snorkeling did zip lines, we snorkeled in caves and we swam in the river. The Casa was so nice we coudl have stayed there all week.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Cape May, NJ
Date of Stay: 10/02/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

Casa Buena Suerte was everything we expected and more. The house itself is like a private boutique hotel. One bedroom is more beautiful than the other. No one felt they had been shortchanged since all 5 bedrooms offered something special, e.g bovida ceiling, individual terraces, shower under the sky etc. The "public areas" are many and inviting. It is as easy to find a shady corner with pivacy as it is to gather in either the comfortable outdoor AND indoor living rooms with friends and family. Being foodies, we were apprehensive about dining. The villa offers a changing daily buffet breakfast, generous and delicious. A private chef is available for a very reasonable cost and cooked Caribbean lobsters to celebrate our 60th birthday plus other delicious meals. It is also easy and fun to go to Tulum where delicous and cheap restauants are open serving all types of food from Thai to local Mexican; all offering great people watching and beautiful views of the spectacular beach. However, we were always happy to return to the quiet and privacy of our own beach, pool, palapas & terraces from rooftop to beachfront. As a swimmer, I was blown away by the size of the infinity pool. It is tiled sides and bottom in cobalt blue against a beautiful earthy red wall. Undoubtely the most inviting pool I ever experienced. Needless to say I spent many hours floating on the chaises and sitting on the pool steps. All 10 guests came away from this vacation feeling we had gotten more than we ever expected for the price we paid.

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Guest: Scarsdale, New York
Date of Stay: 08/28/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

Staying at Casa Buena Suerte was one of the best experiences of our lives. My husband and I spent our 10 year anniversary on Solimon Bay at Casa Buene Suerte (CBS). We flew Jet Blue into Cancun, rented a car and drove to CBS. We pulled up to a gated home and were met by Hugo the houseman and chubie the yellow lab. When the gates opened, we could not believe our eyes, it was like a shan-gri-la! We saw a sumptuous swimming pool, and beyond the bluest water you can imagine, all surrounded by palm trees, fountains, and beautiful greenery. We went into the house, and were thrilled to see a giant open living space, a gorgeous (fully stocked) kitchen, and dining space only to be surpassed by our bedroom. We entered a comfortable room with a giant vaulted ceiling, huge bed, big bathroom all with a large patio overlooking Solimon Bay. CBS has all the amenities of a Four Seasons but the privacy of your own villa. We enjoyed breakfasts at the breakfast bar, with fresh fruit, pastries, coffee each morning. We then headed out to the beach for a long walk. We spent the days lounging by the pool or under the palapa reading. Cocktails on the roof top deck were unforgettable. There are many things to do to fill your time during the days, from cave diving, to the eco water parks, to charming towns to explore. We had many lovely dinners. A couple were prepared by the chef at the villa, and we tried some terrific restaurants in the area. Every single day we had gorgeous weather, one day was more beautiful and perfect than the next. Not only the days are beautiful, but one of the most incredible things about Solimon Bay, and the surrounding areas, is the night sky. continued....

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Guest: Hamilton, Ontario
Date of Stay: 02/13/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

Casa Buena Suerte is a beautiful home on a quiet, lovely bay in the Mayan Riviera. It was a perfect place for our family of 8 to relax and spend the week together. The home itself is so gorgeous; beautifully decorated and has every amenity you could imagine. Hugo is there to greet you and he is available to help with anything for the entire time you are there. His "wife" Chubie, who is a sweet lab, loves to play with guests. Sophia and the rest of the staff do a great job to make sure that you never have to lift a finger during your vacation. You must get Jose to come and cook for you. He is not just a cook; he is an amazing chef and he will make anything you want and present it in a perfect way. You must try his lobster!!!! With Jose there, there is no reason to go out to eat. The snorkelling out in the bay is good; our son saw an eagle ray, which is quite uncommon. All in all, Casa Buena Suerte is a great place to go to unwind, relax, and be pampered for a few days. You will not be disappointed.

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Guest: London, UK
Date of Stay: 02/04/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

A few friends and I stayed at Casa Buena Suerte in February and it was a dream escape from rainy London! The house is absolutely beautiful and the amenities are of a 5 star hotel if not better. Each bedroom/bathroom suite was spacious, comfortable, peaceful and with fantastic views. The beach is calm, quiet and gorgeous, and there is tons of space both inside and outside to hang out with your fellow guests. I especially loved the awesome roof deck with lounge couches and hammocks. The staff at the house is courteous and helpful, and the chef cooks delicious food- an entire lobster feast one night that was so fresh and so good. Tulum is a short drive or cab ride away, and is a charming town with a lot to see and plenty of good, afforable restaurants and local beaches. We really had a fantastic vacation at Casa Buena Suerte and I will definitely be returning...

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Guest: New York, NY
Date of Stay: 01/23/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

My family had a spectacular time at Casa Buena Suerte. It was everything that was promised and more. The house itself is designed with such good taste; that in itself is extraordinary for a vacation villa. We have stayed In other villas that were nice, but not quite as tasteful. The grounds are beautiful with lots of lounge chairs and a great pool, and the beach is sublime. My kids went out on the kayaks and snorkeled every day. The staff took care of our every request and made us very comfortable. We felt at home, comfortable and secure. What more could you ask for?

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Guest: Lincoln, Nebraska
Date of Stay: 01/16/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

I had the pleasure of taking my family of 14 to Casa Buena Suerte in Jan. My mother of 86 to my grandkids of 1. We had the vacation of a lifetime. It was absolutely perfect for what all my family was dreaming of. Perfect isolated secure bay, a lovely new large villa with everything we ever needed, and a perfect, wonderful, comfortable staff. We basically never left the villa. We did do the ruins, very nice. Otherwise never got out of ours suits. The bay and snorkling was fine for what my family needed. I liked the calm, very clear water. Beach has some rocks and shells, but we liked it that way. Sand very clean. Got lucky on wheather. Windy. Villa was 10++. Had chef service which was invaluable for 14 people, great. The manager on site became a member of the family. He was perfect in every way. For what we wanted it was PERFECT. We are ready to return today. RD

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Guest: Columbus, OH
Date of Stay: 01/02/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

Casa Beuna Suerte is a luxurious home located in a little piece of paradise. what I like best about staying there is you get the amenities of a five star hotel without all the people. We got three meals a day, Jose was a wonderful cook and we got to sample lots of authentic mexican food. The 5 bedroom house was cleaned daily and they even had beach towels for us to use. The location is great you are close to lots of graet places: theruins at tulum(they have a beautiful beach too), Akumal for snokeling and diving, Hidden Worlds cenote park, Xel-ha, and next time we want to check out Xplore. There is lots to do but if you need to relax you can take your favorite book and a towel and head out to you private white sandy beach on the shores of the most beautiful blue water.

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Guest: Bucks County, PA
Date of Stay: 10/17/09 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

We would prefer to keep Villa Casa Buena Suerte a secret,and not let anyone know about it! the villa was amazing and our stay incredible. Prior to our stay we had spent 9 years vacationing in St Barts however after you experience this magnificent place it will become your number one vacation spot as well. I have traveled the world and the attention to details at this villa are incredible. One does not know which part of the stay is better the outdoor living or inside. Casa Buena Suerte is truly a four plus star experience.

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Guest: Los Angeles, CA
Date of Stay: 09/19/09 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

The aqua blue of the shimmering sea, the sapphire blue blue of the sheltering sky, the cobalt blue of shadows dancing on the infinity swimming pool, the silver blue of the cascading fountains...the deepening blue of dusk descending like a dream into midnight blue. All set off by the brilliance of white sand and exquisitly tended green grass, tropical blossoms, welcoming hammocks, converstion areas, outdoor dining, sheer relaxation. And this is only the setting for Casa Buena Suerte, truly a palatial paradise, a temple of luxury and exquisite design, craftsmanship and decor, where your every wish and whim is instantly gratified by a staff with one objective: your comfort and enjoyment. Spacious luxurious bedroom suites with equally luxurious adjoining baths...balconies for enjoying morning coffee while gazing out to sea and planning the days activities... a rooftop salon for stargazing. The perfect and perfectly stunning vacation spot, bound to elicit exclamations of "I can't believe how fabulous this is!" BELIEVE IT.

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Guest: Philadelphia, PA
Date of Stay: 01/10/09 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

Terrifically Hospitable. Comfortable Hacienda. Well Planned Property.The Beach was great to walk along,there were very few people and I loved shell hunting.If you must leave this refuge during your stay, there is a short drive to shopping AND very kool Temples and ruins. I am not a spicy food person,the restaurants we went to were very accomodating to my sensitivity. All special requests at Casa Buena Suerte were handled with the greatest of ease, and the food was Fresh, carefully washed and prepared and it was delicious. Sunny Perfectly Warm Weather. Private Infinity Pool. Palm Trees. It was an easy drive from the airport. It is a perfect excuse for a decamp. BOOK IT! (Not when I want to go)

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