Playacar Getaway | Pool | Patio | Walk to 5th Ave

Summary:
This townhome on lush grounds is perfect for a family getaway to Mexico’s Caribbean.
- Situated in the guard-gated neighborhood of Playacar; a safe and prime location
- 10-minute walk to downtown Playa, the famous 5th Avenue, the beach & golf
- A communal pool at the complex and plenty of lush green areas to enjoy
- Comfortable home for up to 8 with garden private patio & upper terrace
- Wi-Fi, laptop-friendly workspace, washer, dryer & parking.

The Space:
This 1,400 sq ft |130 sqm two-story townhome accommodates 8 people and is a great choice for a family or friends getaway to the Mexican Caribbean. The home is located in the guard-gated community of Playacar (Phase 2) in Playa del Carmen and is considered a safe, upscale neighborhood. The townhome is only a 10-minute walk to the famous 5th Avenue where you’ll find cafes, bars, restaurants, taco and tequila shops, live music venues, boutique and souvenir shops and kiosks, and plenty of people-watching!

The main spaces of the home:

- A luminous LIVING ROOM with comfortable sofas, lots of natural sunlight, and direct access to the back patio.

- A DINING ROOM, just off the living area, with a dining table to comfortably seat 6 for relaxed sit-down meals at home.

- A fully-equipped KITCHEN with all the appliances, cookware, and utensils needed for preparing and enjoying meals at home.

- THREE BEDROOMS to accommodate 8 guests as such:

BEDROOM 1: 1 King bed w/ensuite bathroom & access to the balcony, upstairs
BEDROOM 2: 2 Double/full beds w/ensuite bathroom upstairs
BEDROOM 3: 2 Single/twin beds, downstairs

- THREE BATHROOMS, two private ensuite bathrooms inside Bedrooms 1 & 2 with a third full bathroom downstairs in the common area. We supply a hairdryer too.

- A refreshing PRIVATE PATIO out back with sun loungers, a table and chairs for enjoying the sun or dining outdoors al fresco.

- PRIVATE TERRACE upstairs with seating and a great place to enjoy the scenic lush green views to read a book or enjoy a coffee or cocktail.

- LAUNDRY ROOM with a washer, dryer and an iron.

- FREE PARKING at the home.

The complex features scenic views, green areas, and a large shared pool. You can walk to 5th Avenue from the home and grab a coffee or breakfast or stroll 5th Avenue. You’ll find many dining and shopping options inside Paseo del Carmen Mall nearby. Even the world-class Hard Rock Golf Course is inside Playacar, just across the road from the home!

Plus, there are also so many different things to see and do around Playa del Carmen -- everything from downtown shopping, beach/beach clubs, water sports like snorkeling, scuba, paddle boarding, and boating, eco-parks with underground rivers and cave systems, ancient Mayan ruins, cenotes (natural sinkholes special to this area!), private boat/yacht and fishing tours, golfing, day trips to Cancun or Tulum and so much more!

Guest Access:
You’ll have full, exclusive access to the townhome during your stay.

The Neighborhood:
The townhome is located in the Playamar townhome complex inside of Playacar Phase 2, a family-friendly area in the heart of Playa del Carmen. You’ll have:
- Access to a community pool and common areas
- A 10-min walk to 5th Avenue where you’ll find fantastic shops, restaurants, cafes, and nightlife
- Vibrant shopping malls nearby like Paseo del Carmen (the closest), Quinta Alégria, and the shops at Calle Corazón with loads of designer and chain stores, boutiques and restaurants.
- The nearest grocery store, Chedraui is 2.3 km |1.4 mi from the home
- Hard Rock Golf Club in the neighborhood
- Nearby Playacar beach and beach clubs
- Guard-gated residential community

Apart from that, here are some of our local restaurant recommendations:

- Casa Sofia (Italian)
- Sushi Itto (Japanese)
- Los Aguachiles (seafood)
- Cantina La 20 (Mexican Cantina) downtown on 5th Ave at Calle Corazon
- Chez Céline (French) downtown on 5th Ave at Calle 34

Getting Around:
The townhome is about 59 km or 37 miles from the Cancun International Airport (CUN) and is located in the Playamar complex inside Phase 2 of Playacar. In order to enter Playacar residential area, you'll need wristbands that you'll collect at the Playacar office. We will send the information on how to access before check in.

There’s a parking space on the premises and when driving into town, you can park and pay at the parking meters. We recommend having a car as it's the easiest way to move around and visit the area. If you don't have a car you can rent a bike, take a taxi, or a ‘Colectivo’ (shared-ride van) to get you where you need to go. The Colective stops is at the Chedraui grocery store (2.3 km | 1.4 mi) from the townhome.

Here are some approximate estimations of the most visited/famous places in the Playa del Carmen/Riviera Maya area:

ECO-ADVENTURE PARKS
- XPlor Park (7 km | 4.3 miles)
- Rio Secreto (17.1 km | 10.6 mi)
- Xcaret (8.5 km | 5 mi)

SHOPPING
- Fifth Avenue and Paseo del Carmen Shopping Mall (1 km | 0.6 mile)
- Quinta Alegria (2.4 km | 1.5 miles)
- Chedrau Grocery store (2.3 km | 1.4 mi)
- Bio Natural - Organic/natural store - (2.2 km/1.4 mi)

GOLF
- Hard Rock Riviera Maya Golf Course - onsite across the road from home

Other Things to Note:
All guests staying in Playacar are required to wear a wristband at all times. The cost is $10 MXN per wristband, and they must be collected upon arrival at the Playacar Phase II Condominium Reception. Please note that payment is only accepted via debit or credit card.

Wi-Fi, bed linens, and beach and bath towels are provided free during your stay.

We provide a few bath essentials like toilet paper, soap, shampoo, conditioner & body wash, but please note that these are not replenished during your stay. If you need more, you’ll need to purchase more.

There is no daily housekeeping but if you’d like the place cleaned, it can be arranged for an additional fee. Please message us at least 24 hours in advance and by 5 pm the day before the service.

Electricity is included for short-term stays (2-27 nights). Please help us save energy by using the AC wisely and keeping the temperature at 25°C. Electricity is not included for long-term rentals of 28 nights or more and will be charged as consumed based on a $6 MXN (pesos) fee per KW.

Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation.

A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in, subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met.

If traveling with infants or toddlers, you can rent a pack-n-play with the mattress and a high chair if needed at $5 USD per item per night.

HOUSE RULES
- Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book.
- No smoking of any kind (tobacco or cannabis) is allowed at the property and the use of any recreational drugs on the premises is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty.
- No parties or events are permitted, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise won't be tolerated. No loud music after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors.
- No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. No tent or other structures may be set up on the ground of the property.
- Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if such is needed after their stay.
- Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of checking in or during their stay.
- Please avoid moving furniture.
- Pets are not allowed on the premises.
- Pool and common area regulations and hours must be respected.
- Playacar Administration enforces the following traffic fines:
1. Leaving cars on roads without information: $1,000
2. Wrong-way driving: $10,000
3. Speeding: $1,500
4. Animal abuse/wildlife damage: $5,000
5. Minors under 16 driving: $5,000
6. Not wearing helmets: $1,000
7. Driving on sidewalks: $1,000

Interaction with Guests:
You can check yourself in by accessing the keys in the lockbox with the code. Check-in instructions, how to obtain your wristbands for entry into the Playacar neighborhood, and the lockbox code will be provided to you within 24 hours of your arrival.

You’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days a week. Should you need anything just send us a message.