Location: Tulum, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (Between Akumal & Tulum)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Keywords: House
Casa De Las Joyas is a colorful little slice of heaven and a wonderful, comfortable place to stay. the casa is located in a neighborhood of small homes originally built for locals within walking distance of Xcacel Beach. Xcacel Beach is home to turtle nesting grounds, and therefore protected by the Mexican government. Several publications have listed this beach as one of the top ones in Mexico, if not the world.
Decorated and painted in true Mexican style this "jewel box" is perfect for those who are looking for a more traditional Mexican holiday experience. Much of the furniture was made by local artisans as we like to support our Riviera Maya economy. You might want to spend part of the day relaxing in the hammock in the backyard, listening to the gentle rush of falling water. Or you may want to take your morning coffee in the front yard, while admiring the park, listening to the native birds and enjoying the large fountain.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Individually controlled in the two bedrooms and living room. All rooms have fan to circulate the cooler evening air.
- Linens Provided : All linens are high thread count, long staple cotton, and include deluxe, luxury mattress pads. Eight large soft bath towels, hand towels and washcloths are included, as well as seven premium oversized beach towels.
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Brand new bed with luxury linens
- Convertible Bed : Second bedroom has a full sized futon, with the highest quality mattress, linens are included and are high thread count cotton.
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : Large TV in the second bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library : A great variety of newer movies for your enjoyment.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Bring your Ipod, as our stereo system has a docking station to accomodate all styles of Ipods.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Kitchen includes all the amenities you can imagine, and MORE! All kinds of drinkware (including shot glasses) dishes, serving pieces and silverware. All brand new!
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Brand new, and high quality. Includes toaster, blender,coffeemaker, forged knife set, pitchers, bowls and more
- Refrigerator : New!
- Microwave : Large capacity.
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Please contact us if you would like to have a cook come to the casita and create local dishes.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Brand new!
- Deck/Patio (2) : Both the front and back yards have beautiful decks for relaxing. The back deck has a hammock and wall fountain, with table and chairs. The front has a beautiful free standing fountain and chairs made by local artisans.
- Lanai (2) : Both front and back decks are partially covered to create ample shade, yet allow light in.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Walking distance to Xcacel Beach, 3 bicycles (two adult and one child's bike), fountains in front and back. This casita is across the street from a pretty park with a beautiful cenote. Toiletries and hairdryer in bathroom.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Parasailing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- Many cenotes and caverns nearby for diving. 2km from Xel Ha Eco Resort.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$595/week May 1, 2011-October 31, 2011 ($85/night)
$630/week November 1, 2011-December 18th, 2011 ($89/night)
$840/week December 19, 2011-January 2, 2012 ($120/night)
$665/week January 3, 2012-April 30, 2012 ($95/night)
Discounts available for 10 nights or more, please inquire.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2008
My name is Shelley, and I'm a native Californian. I hate to sound ungrateful, because I live very near the Pacific Ocean, but I LOVE the calm waters of the Caribbean. I never dreamed I would own a home in Mexico, partly because I can be kind of a Four Seasons type of gal, and didn't want to have many responsibilities when I go on vacation. So I put a lot of amenities into the house so it feels like you're taking a high end vacation, but it just doesn't cost nearly as much!
I live near Pismo Beach, CA and I have a young daughter who loves coming to Chemuyil almost as much as I do. This might become a retirement destination, but that is many years away, so for now it is my beloved vacation home, and I hope you will love it too!
Why the Owner Chose Tulum
After falling in love with the Akumal area in the early 90's I never made it back until 2007. I still loved it, but couldn't believe how much development had happened over a decade. Chemuyil is only 4 miles away from Akumal, but it is a sweet reminder of how Akumal used to be 10 years ago. When an opportunity came to purchase my home I couldn't pass it up! The pueblo (pop. 1000)is terrific, our little neighborhood has been lovingly updated and I love being so close to beach club action (Tulum), Snorkelling (Akumal) nightlife (Playa del Carmen) and boating (Puerto Aventuras). All very close by.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Chemuyil is such a quiet oasis, and I have one of only 5 homes that overlook the little park in our neighborhood (and the only one of the 5 that is available for rent). Sunrise and tea in the front yard admiring the park, morning and early afternoon at the beach, or Xel Ha or a cenote or shopping or...okay, the list goes on and on!! Late afternoons lounging in the hammock in the back yard, maybe sipping on a cerveza or margarita (I admit it, Happy Hour starts a little earlier for me in Mexico!). Evenings out at a small restaurant in the pueblo, or something near/on the beaches nearby. Okay, the casa has a perfectly lovely, fully stocked kitchen, and I do occasionally cook there! When my daughter is with me she loves the playgrounds in the pueblo, snorkelling in the calm waters of Akumal or going to the eco parks.
One of my favorite things is that I can relax from day one down there, knowing I can do as little or as much as I want, because it feels like heaven on earth to me.
Property Photos
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- House Front - Chemuyil Vacation House near Beach
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- Backyard - Chemuyil Vacation House near Beach
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- Living Room - Chemuyil Vacation House near Beach
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- Master Bedroom
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- Xcacel Beach a 7-10 minute walk away
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- Kitchen area
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- Dining area
Traveler Reviews (2)
Guest: Tim L.
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Date of Stay: 03/15/10
Review Submitted: 03/15/10
We just spent 3 great weeks at Casa de las Joyas. If you are looking for a vacation rental away from the crowded resorts but still in the Rivera Maya, this is it. It has two large bedrooms, it is nicely decorated with local Mexican crafts, and is fully furnished. It is located in a quiet, safe neighborhood with only a short 10 minute walk to one of the best beaches we have ever seen in Mexico or Hawaii for that matter. The beach has a wide sandy beach, crystal clear warm water, and most tourists do not know about it. The home is a short drive to Mayan ruins, great snorkeling spots, ocean front restaurants, and shopping. Shelley, the owner, has put together a great notebook of suggested things to do and restaurants to try in the area. The house has a full kitchen should you decide to eat in. The snorkeling equipment, beach towels and beach chairs provided are a nice touch. We would highly recommend this home.
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Guest: Tony51
(Los Angeles, CA)
Date of Stay: 01/30/10
Review Submitted: 01/30/10
My wife and I stayed at this 'sweet casita' around the holidays and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The casa is amazingly clean and well-maintained, with all the amenities and luxuries of home, except it's in the Riviera Maya! The casa is located in a very cute neighborhood with lots of friendly locals and gringos. Our little girl loved to swim and play in the cenotes near the house and the proximity to the ocean (maybe 3 minuyes away by car) was key. The nearby pueblos of Chemuyil and Akumal were wonderful with convenient stores and great restaurants. Back to the casa, which is smartly appointed, with a living room area, bathroom ,kitchen and two bedrooms, TV and DVD player, two adult bikes and a kid's bike, not to mention my favorite amenity, the hammock in the back patio! It's clear the casa's owner cares about the property and its upkeep as this place was cleaner than most fine hotel rooms we've stayed in. Our daughter cried when we left as she didn't want to leave her spacious bedroom and the cute gecko she made friedns with in the gardens out front. All in all, a wonderful stay and we plan on booking again for next year!
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