Eco-chic beachfront villa, embrace the ocean breezes and white sandy beach!

Villa Mariposa, a private beachfront getaway located on Tankah Tres beach in between Tulum and Akumal features an open and airy home inspired by the Maya in design and decoration.

Steps away from this beautiful home one may relax in the loungers on the white sand beach under the shade of the palapa, swim, snorkel or take the two kayaks out for a paddle over the turquoise water of the bay. Freshwater Manatee cenote is a short walk from the villa along with three area restaurants and one dive shop.

Upon arrival, you enter the spacious circular living room designed to catch the sea breeze with a gorgeous view of the Caribbean sea that is crowned by a traditional Maya style palapa roof. French doors open the the oceanside patio from the living and dining areas. The house is designed to provide ocean views from each room. The fully equipped kitchen with bar area is the perfect place for entertaining and socializing. The dining area seats six comfortably.

The beach level master bedroom has a king size bed, private tiled shower, ceiling fan, and patio area. A sliding door connects this area to an outside shower that faces the sea. Going up to the second floor there is a large landing that overlooks the living room. On one side there is a second master suite with king bed, ceiling fans, shaded patio and private bath with shower. The third upper-level bedroom is furnished with two twin beds, ceiling fans, en-suite bath, and a private shaded patio. From the upper level take the circular staircase up to the rooftop deck and enjoy the sunrise and spectacular sunsets.

Head up the circular stairway to the second floor to the large landing overlooking the living room. On one side is the master suite with a king size bed, a private furnished shaded deck, a private bathroom with two sinks and an amazing white and green tiled garden shower with local plants.

On the other side of the second floor is the third bedroom with two canopied twin-size beds, a private furnished shaded deck, and a turquoise tiled bathroom.

From the second floor, a circular stairway takes you to the roof where you will see magnificent sunrises and sunsets, enjoy views of Tankah Bay and the jungle, or you can watch the ospreys and pelicans dive.

Sustainable architectural design: The villa's unique design is inspired by local architecture, using open windows to create a breeze that works as a sustainable passive cooling system. The house does not have mechanical air conditioning.