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Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023!

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A building with a vibrant orange facade, a decorative archway with flowers, and lush greenery around.
A cozy living room with a sofa adorned with colorful cushions, a coffee table, and a blue side table.
A kitchen with blue tiled walls, a granite countertop, and a gas stove.
A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and a line of trees in the background.
A patio with a round table and chairs, a tiled wall with a blue pattern, and a hammock.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Barbecue grill
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Xcacel Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Tulum, Quintana Roo
  • Place, Xcacel Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Xcacel-Xcacelito Sanctuary
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Akumal Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    ‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023!

Welcome to the freshly remodeled Casa De Las Joyas! All new flooring, new paint inside and out, remodeled kitchen and bathroom, and now with an outdoor shower in the back yard to get the sand off before coming inside! Casa De Las Joyas is still, a colorful little slice of heaven and a wonderful, comfortable place to stay. Now even prettier and more functional! 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.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 224320vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Tulum

Located in Tulum, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Tulum Mayan Ruins is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Akumal Beach and Dos Ojos Cenote. Xel-Há Park and El Toh Ecopark are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Tulum, Quintana Roo

What's nearby

  • Xcacel Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Riviera Maya Golf Club - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Xel-Há Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Xcacel-Xcacelito Sanctuary - 6 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Akumal Beach - 7 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bahia Principe Grand Coba - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant Kukulkan - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cozumel Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Portofino restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Le Gran Tortuga Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa De Las Joyas...Sweet Casita Near Xcacel Beach: Newly remodeled late 2023! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Xcacel Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Xel-Há Park. Xcacel-Xcacelito Sanctuary and Xcacelito Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 68 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 68 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Terese D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in the community. Neighbors were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The casa was exactly as described. We enjoyed the friendly neighborhood. It was a great home base for exploring the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little casita with everything you need to enjoy a low-key vacation away from the crowds.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

J. A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was awesome to stay at Casa de Las Joyas. We loved having two cenotes right outside the door. Xcacel Beach was a dream, and being able to explore Cuidad Chemuyil and Zama from this location was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrianna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy, clean and cute

This home was sooo very cute. It had everything u could need or want in a home away from home.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place. Super safe area

The place was so perfect. Every detail was thought of.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!

We spent a month at this casa. It was a great location and so close to everything. The neighborhood is great and very friendly. We loved every minute!
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best vacay ever!

We had a great trip in the most adorable casita! Beautiful, clean, safe and close to numerous fun activities and sites. Thank you so much Shelley, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Wonderful casa!

This little casa is beautifully decorated and really comfortable. The neighborhood is great, and Xcacel is such a pretty beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, functional house next to Cenotes.

We loved staying at this casita - it had everything we needed with the huge plus of being in a safe and cute neighborhood. The pueblo nearby was very kind and had great restaurants and groceries. The house is close to just about every cool beach or cenote you will want to visit! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parker P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Getaway

The best vacation I had in a long time. Everything was clean with all the amenities. A perfect little piece of paradise indeed!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect. It was close enough to everything we wanted to see and far enough away from any commotion. It was a perfect jumping off point to visit all the places we wanted to see. The decorations were perfect and made it feel like we were coming back to our Mexican home every night!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kitty D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, bad water pressure

We enjoyed our stay in Chemuyil. It's a delightful town and a nice neighborhood. The casa is comfortable except that the water pressure is very low, so that taking a shower is difficult.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan, 2023
Kitty, did you ever talk to the property manager about this? I’m sure it could have been resolved it quickly if you told them. I’m sorry this happened.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mellisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacay!

The casa is adorable and clean. The location was great! The cenotes right outside her home were amazing! We had such a fun time and overall an amazing trip. Shelley was so great with communicating with us and helping with any questions we had. I cannot wait to go back!!!! THANK YOU SHELLEY!! :)
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful.

My friend Cynthia and myself, Linda absolutely loved this Casa. Shelley, the property owner answered all my questions almost immediately when I would text her. She had the Casa equiped with everything we needed to spend time on the beach, which was our prime objective for this great vacation. She has done a fantastic job with the art on her walls and everywhere. I loved her decor. And her property manager was extremely helpful right up to getting her car and giving us a little tour of the nearby town so we could get fresh tortillas, fruit and eggs for our first breakfast to have time to orient. I would definitely come back here next time I am in the area. Loved this little home away from home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vibrant holiday home!

This house has the best location- right across from a park and the larger local cenote. The area is quiet and also full of birds and butterflies-perfect for morning walks! The house is snug and clean— we appreciated the abundance of beach and bath towels and the sink mounted pump for drinking water. The indoor shower had low pressure but we appreciated the outdoor shower. The kitchen is well stocked with stovetop cooking pots and pans, and the bright colors and Mexican decor made it a special place to be at home; loved having breakfast on the back patio and watching birds! The location is convenient to many amazing excursions, near and far- some days we only walked to Cenotes and Playa Xcacel; others we drove to places like Chichen Itza and Ek Balaam, and we had a great excursion to Si’an Kaan Biosphere Reserve, and saw an evening Cirque Du Soliel show. The internet was spotty but we didn’t have urgent work and could use cell data when necessary. We hope to return to Chan Chemuyil one day!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Margot B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Disappointed…

Unlike previous guests we were very disappointed with this rental. It looks pretty from the outside, but the roar of nearby highway traffic day and night was disturbing and depressing (for us). You can’t get to any beach without navigating the busy highway. The living and dining area are very colourful and comfortable and so is the bed. The kitchen is in bad shape. The sink is old and crusty. No real cupboards or drawers. Plastic shelves with mostly plastic plates and glasses hidden behind Velcro curtains. The back patio is neglected and sad.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Mar, 2023
This is rich coming from people who treated the casita like their personal pigsty. Rotting fruit on the table, maggots in the trash, which appeared to never be taken out by the way, and filthy dishes everywhere. Plus you were extremely rude to my kind neighbors. Unless you’re going to stay at a resort at quadruple the price, you’re going to have to drive to a beach, including 2 minutes to the one across the road. You should have done more research about the area. My review of your stay reflects your complete lack of respect. Good riddance. Circling back about the kitchen. There are no plastic shelves or plastic dishes or glasses. I have metal rolling carts for all kitchen items, making them more accessible than shelves under the counter. Green pans for cookware. Corelle for the dishes and acrylic drinkware. Why? Because I learned early on that people break dishes and glassware constantly. For safety, I moved to high quality unbreakable dishware. Utensils are metal. And there is extremely hard water in the area, I replace the kitchen and bathroom faucet hardware regularly because of the build up. The backyard looks exactly like the photos, and I can't control traffic sounds.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

HIMM N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Mexican Village Getaway

Shelley's place was everything we hoped for. It was off the beaten path, away from tourist traffic and activities, but close enough to access the beaches and unique villages in the area. We were on the go a lot, but we could have easily spent much of the week comfortably relaxing there, enjoying the quiet front and back patios and the park and cenote across the street. This is a Mexican casita that feels authentic to the area, and there are a lot of nice touches. We loved the local artwork and vibrant colors. The kitchen is newly remodeled and well-stocked, and it's easy to prepare simple meals. It was very clean, and the king bed was comfy! We made use of the two provided beach chairs and beach towels for our trips to local beaches. There's plenty of privacy on the back patio, and we loved the option to take advantage of the outdoor shower after beach trips. Shelley's communication was great, and she offered a ton of information to help us feel at home and learn about the area. When there was an unexpected problem with the A/C, she was on it right away and worked with her on-site manager to quickly fix it. We felt very safe in the quiet little neighborhood and enjoyed exploring the village of Chemuyil. It's a bit of a drive to Tulum, so look carefully at the map if you want to be close to Tulum activities. If you want a peaceful and authentic experience away from the tourists, you will likely fall in love with this special little casita!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Karly C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Cute neighbour hood and house

Travelling with my partner and our two young children. The good: The house & neighbour hood is charming. Patrictio who came to introduce himself was super kind and welcoming and let us know if we needed anything to not hesitate to contact. There were tons of clean towels to use. Air conditioning in like 3 rooms for such a small place meant if it’s hot, you sure won’t be inside! The master bed was literally one of the comfiest I’ve been in in a long time. The medium: First, the pin on the VRBO map shows the property on the other side of the highway, the beach side. This is very misleading. It is in fact on the other side meaning you need to run across the busy highway to start your walk to the beach. With two kids under 4, this wasn’t ideal. It’s also much longer than a 10 min walk which would be fine except when it’s so hot and humid with kids. The beach hours are super limited (10-4:30). There is a plunger that lives over the drain in the shower which I think is used to keep cockroaches out? I could be wrong but once I moved it off the drain and left it off for a bit we had a visitor so I promptly put it back on. Ants were a little bit of an issue but also we weren’t bothered, bugs are a part of travel a lot of the time. The backyard was cuter in photos. The hammock was very broken we couldn’t lay in it which was probably one of the bigger bummers. All in all, it’s a fine stay at a good price and it is a cute house. We wouldn’t stay again but that’s mostly just due to the location and challenges of travelling with kids. We didn’t reach out for help during the stay as nothing was a big deal to us, but I almost considered mentioning the hammock because having that space to lay would have been lovely. If you stay here, you absolutely need a rental car. There’s also a free cenote in Chemuyil if you ask any locals they can point you to it which is cool. Area felt safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Nov, 2022
Hi Karly, I wish you would have told me about the hammock, I had no idea! I will have the property managers get a new one ASAP. The pin on the map is done by VRBO, I don’t have the ability to move it. I also can’t help that the beach hours at Xcacel are limited to 6 hours a day. It’s run by a Mayan family to preserve the integrity and cleanliness of what is first and foremost turtle nesting grounds. I wish you had reached out, this is the first 3 star review I’ve ever received in the 10 years I’ve been renting out the house.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Eve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nous avons adoré demeurer à la casita, avec sa cuisine bien équipée, son hamac, sa douche extérieure, les cenotes à proximité, le sanctuaire de singes, la sublime plage d'Xcacel et les autres plages vers Akumal. Nous nous sommes senties comme à la maison en peu de temps. Nous avons toujours reçu rapidement des réponses à nos questions de la part de la propriétaire ou de sa gestionnaire de propriété. Je recommande toutefois de disposer d'une voiture pour accéder facilement aux attractions autour.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Real Mexico!

If you want to get a nice, relaxing vacation, this is the place to stay! Sweet little casa right off the highway. Easy access to beach and the local cenotes are pretty much in your front yard. Plenty of towels and supplies in the house for use as well. The Ciudad Chemuyil is the real deal. Children singing for pesos with Our Lady of Guadalupe day coming soon. Restaurants in the tiny town had amazing seafood and service. Would definitely stay at this colorful and cute property again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Carean J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chan Chemuyl

We enjoyed our stay in Chan Chemuyl. The neighborhood is clean and nice. Very charming. We absolutely loved the small cenotes right there within the community. The house is also cute and comfortable. Shelley was accessible via email wherever we had a question and was very helpful. As long as you have a car, this is a great option for anyone who prefers to stay outside of the main tourist area of Tulum and still have easy access to town and the beaches. Tulum beach was about a 20-30 drive (depending on traffic) and town was more like 15 minutes. The Turtle Sanctuary across the street is beautiful but I would still recommend driving as you must cross the busy highway and it is a little nerve-racking on foot ;) Akumal and it's beaches are also only a 10 minute drive from the casa. Overall we had a great time and would certainly recommend staying here. Thanks Shelley!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chan Chemuyil

Gorgeous house in residential area with 10 min walk to pueblo.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon McMullen O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a joyous stay

Shelley's Joyas is a comfortable Mexican art treasure in the small safe neighborhood of Chan Chemuyila with a beautiful cenote that the locals use. Her kitchen and bath are all-equipped; the beds are comfortable with soft sheets. Beach chairs for the playa. Best pescada entera is at Jungle Fish. Bera Beta in Puerto Avanturas and Anita's in Akumal are local gems. Covid testing in Akumal is 45$ at the med clinic. but be sure you have it opened and ready before you go to the airport. Xpuha is a great beach, for $5-- go to the left to get away from the crowd. incredible. Xcacel is also a great beach. Franciso Uh May for great architecture, Vallodolid for bees, and a women's prison where you can help women learn a living by buying a beautiful hammock; El Tigrille "stand" has the best cochinita pibil. Thanks for a piece of heaven and answering sooo many questions! You can map ATMs for pesos or dollars. Sharon
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem on the Mayan Riviera

Truly a beautiful home in a quiet community on the Mayan Riviera. If you want to do tourism off the beaten path, without getting involved in all of the raucousness Cancun/Playa del Carmen/Tulum have to offer, then this staying at Shelley's is an excellent option. Perfect for families, but not only-- we are a young couple and we absolutely loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Shelley

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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 don'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 daughter who loves coming to Chemuyil almost as much as I do. This might become a retirement destination, but that is a few years away, so for now it is my beloved vacation home, and I hope you will love it too!

Why they chose this property

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 , snorkelling, nightlife and boating All very close by.

What makes this property unique

Chemuyil is such a quiet oasis, and I have one of only 5 homes that overlook the little park in our neighborhood. 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 was little she loves the playgrounds in the pueblo, snorkelling in the calm waters of Akumal and Xcacel, 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.

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