Affordable Villa/Sandy Beach/Pool/Internet/Cook/Sleeps Upto 10 Akumal, Quintana Roo Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 45498

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Location: Akumal, Quintana Roo, Yucatan, Mayan Riviera, Mexico (A Quiet, Reef-Protected Bay, 60 Miles South of Cancun)

Accommodations:  Villa Home, 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths (Sleeps 7)

The village of Akumal is the oldest SCUBA diving center on the Yucatan. It is also a prime location for deep-sea fishing. It is the antithesis to Cancun NO hustling-bustling, vendor-laden, tourist strip with all the ‘attractions’ of the Hotel Zone.

South Akumal (one and a half miles south of Akumal) has 25 homes (no hotels, condos, or time-shares) in a gated community rimming a very private, secluded, sandy-beach bay. There is a reef about 100 yards offshore, giving it a protected lagoon of water from four to ten feet deep and 100 yards wide for its own private aquarium (one almost always has the entire bay to themselves, when swimming). It is a laid-back, easy-going community of retirees and vacationers. It is for the family who wishes to escape, be reasonably secluded, and achieve near-total relaxation with relative privacy.

Our home is ocean-oriented. The upstairs master suite and main living areas have the ocean as the primary focal point from each of its rooms (every room other than the garden casita has a full view of the ocean and the reef). Sleep in air-conditioned comfort, or open the windows, hear the surf, and feel the gentle breeze assisted by the ceiling fans. For the hardy - try the hammocks.

This villa is Available for Year Round Rentals. Maid-service, change of linens, and all cleaning is included. Have Maggie fix your dinners for you (three are included - you cover the groceries), or dine at some of the finest, nearby restaurants on the Riviera Maya. Shopping for necessities, groceries, and the like are within one and a half miles from the house.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning
  • Linens Provided
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • VCR
  • Stereo System
  • Private Pool
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
• Communications
  • Free Long Distance
  • Broadband Internet
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Smoking Not Allowed
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Boating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Windsurfing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Fishing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Horseback Riding

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*40%-50% Discount Nov 28 - Dec 19*Dec 19-26 ALSO DISCOUNTED!*
Oct 31, 2009--Nov 28, 2009                $2,200/wk  ($150)*
Nov 28, 2009--Dec  5, 2009                $1,100/wk  ($150)*
Dec  5, 2009--Dec 19, 2010 -40% discount- $1,320/wk  ($150)*
Dec 19, 2009--Dec 26  2009 -20% discount- $4,000/wk  ($250)*
Jan  2, 2010--Apr 24, 2010                $3,100/wk  ($150)*
*Rates are for 7 (SEVEN) People + $150 or $250 per 'extra' person
*Maximum Occupancy: ..............10........... 12% Tax included

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 06/24/08
  Positive Rating
  Andy Sytsma , Granite Falls, WA.
  • I went to the Villa with my wife and 3 other couples for a week. Yes we left the kids at home! We have been to the Cancun area 2 times before at an all inclusive and I have to say I much prefer the Villa for the simple reason of privacy. No one there to bother you. The location of the Villa is another plus. There are alot of things to do there if you wish. You are at the hub of activities. Everything is only a few miles away. My 2 favorite places were Yal-Ku Lagoon and Xcacel beach. Xcacel beach is the locals favorite beach becouse it has large waves and a cenote at the south end. Go on week days, there is hardly anyone there; on weekends the locals are there. Xcacel beach is located just north of Xel-Ha on the highway. The town of Akumal is a small charming town without commercial influence. Akumal has great eateries; for example Lucys and our very frequent stop Lol Ha beach bar resaurant. Make sure to order a Mayan Coffee after your evening dinner. Very relaxing atmosphere. We went to lots of places and to name a few good ones is Xel-Ha (get the all day inclusive!), Cozumel island, and a fun stop was Hidden worlds. I can go on and on. If you just want to stay at the Villa and relaxe it is a perfect place to stay. A clean beach and the house is cleaned every day as well as the laundry! I will not be going to a resort any time soon after staying at the Casa de Acacia!
• 04/15/08
  Positive Rating
  
  • Our family reunion at the Casa de Acacia was a real treat, and rather well-priced I feel. With ages ranging from 3 and 4, through teens to parents and grandparents, the home and property accommodated us quite well, as did the nearby overflow Casita. Maggie cooked one excellent fish menu and was helpful in our need to find a hospital for a sick child. The location on the beach, and the view from the patio across the palm-shaded, sandy garden to the beach and water were lovely, and I would have no hesitancy in returning. All ages enjoyed the hammocks and chaise longues, and the wee ones especially enjoyed the splash pool, shelling, night time hermit crabs and occasional iguana visits. The large bird shadows that would suddenly appear belonged at least once to a frigate bird, and more often to the pelicans. And the Caribbean breezes were as balmy as ever, providing good memories and a good trip!
• 03/19/08
  Positive Rating
  , West Des Moines, Iowa
  • What a wonderful week we spent at Casa de Acacia. The house was a perfect setting for a relaxing vacation - Casa de Acacia has the absolute best entry point along the whole beach. Every necessity was provided for us and we loved spending the entire day just enjoying the beauty of the area. Everything was so clean and well-kept. We are already hoping to make it back soon to Casa de Acacia.
• 02/20/08
  Positive Rating
  Donald Williams , Oregon
  • 02/19/2008 We just returned from two wonderful weeks in Casa de Acacia. The house was very comfortable and accommodated our needs very nicely. We had a wonderfully relaxing vacation with our son, daughter-in-law and three young grandkids who absolutely loved the pool! With snorkeling and kayaking available right out the back door we were in heaven! We hope to be back in the future.
• 01/13/08
  Positive Rating
  , Bosque County Texas
  • My biggest concern with booking a very special family vacation through the internet, was not knowing if the charming pictures of the Villa were outdated or if the lovely description was poetically inflated. The moment we arrived, my worries evaporated and everyday my appreciation for the property and the extremely gracious staff grew more and more. I was the hero of the family for finding this jewell of a setting for 5 (very hard to please, well seasoned) travelers. This will be the first of many trips to Casa Acacia. Book this property with full confidence that you will be completely pampered in a tranquill and hospitable vacation Villa.
• 08/08/07
  Positive Rating
  Susan Hardage , Marietta, GA
  • Well I never thought it could happen but it did. Last year I had the most wonderful week at Casa de Acacia with friends.Thought it couldn't get any better but it did. This year I brought my new husband along. We even got to watch a loggerhead turtle lay her eggs right in front of the Villa! Maggie kept the Villa spotless and cooked us the best meal on our last night there.(You just must try her chicken taco soup!) My husband fell in love with the peaceful relaxed atmosphere of the Villa just as I did last year. We look forward to next year when we will be held again in the peaceful embrace of this paradise.
• 07/31/07
  Positive Rating
  Nathalie Michel , Candiac (Quebec)
  • On a scale of 1 to 10, we give Casa de Acacia a 25! WE WISH WE COULD HAVE STAYED THERE FOREVER!!!The place is incredibly beautiful!!!! The sea is warm and calm so it's perfect for snokeling and kayaking. The villa is huge with a great roof top deck, ideal for shooting stars sightings!!! We were 6 people (a family of 4 plus a couple) and everybody had their own space. But we spent most of time in the pool, hammock or chaise longue!!! Akumal is a quiet place but there are many things to do if you feel like it. We had the wonderdul opportunity to see a turtle lay its eggs right on our beach and the next day, we released 80 baby turtles!!!! Our youngest daughter even swam with a giant turtle in Akumal bay. We went to extraordinary Yal Ku Lagoon,saw millions of colorful fish, we ate great meals with our feet in the sand, we went to Tulum. WE HAD A WONDERFUL TIME!!! WE DEFINITLY RECOMMEND CASA ACACIA TO EVERYBODY!!!!!!
• 06/20/07
  Positive Rating
  Sharon Wahl , Blue Mounds, WI
  • Casa Acacia is a very relaxing home. We had four young adults and children and they were never board. Great snorkeling right outside your doorstep. Plenty of room in the house with a large group - there are two living rooms. Quiet beach in a secure neighborhood. We even forgot what day of the week it was!
• 06/06/07
  Positive Rating
  Rene' Suruda , Auburn, Washington
  • We loved Casa de Acacia!!! It was truly a great vacation. The house was perfect, the beach great, Magy was wonderful and Jorge kept the grounds beautiful. We would like to return...it was an easy place to relax and feel like were were in another world!
• 04/10/07
  Positive Rating
  Bonita Kolb , Salt Lake City Utah
  • Casa de Acacia is a haven for the world weary traveller seeking paradise. Here you can escape from the frenzy of Cancun and the rest of the "gringo strip".South Akumal Bay is so tranquil, perfect for kayaking or snorkeling. Maggie and Jorge will treat you like family. Tropical birds lured by the Villa's lush garden will visit you each morning. Climb the stairs to your rooftop in the morning and watch the sun climb out of the sea or, wait until twilight to watch it slip down into the forest across from the villa. No tengo las palabras. You have to experience this place to understand.

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