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Awaken to view of the Sea
Awaken to view of the Sea
Pool
Private sargazo FREE Beach
Complimentary Paddle Boards for guests

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 21 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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  • Place, Garrafon Natural Reef Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dolphin Discovery
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets

Cottage Lee is a quiet private beachfront Palapa styled cottage with 22' ceilings just steps from the water and beach. Once inside the gated and walled enchanted Villa Makax, you’ll be in a world of your own choosing.

Located on the west side of Isla Mujeres overlooking the turquoise waters of Cancun bay . Enjoy beautiful sunsets and the twinkling lights of Cancun from our beach.There are restaurants within walking distance. Guests can arrive, depart or be picked by boat at our private on the lagoon.



Villa Makax's four cottages are very cozy and tastefully decorated. Each cottage has a king sized bed, seating area, smart TV, fully equipped kitchenette, refrigerator, full bathroom with shower, air conditioning and ceiling fans. Relax on Cottage Lee's private sea-side patio to the sound of the gentle waves and spectacular views.

Chose from Villa Makax's 4 cottages on VRBO: 346507, 570965, 1239310, and 1253993.

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
No guests of guests Pool is open until 8PM

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Isla Mujeres

Located in Isla Mujeres, this cottage is on the beach. Ultramar Ferry Puerto Juárez and Iberostar Cancun Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit La Isla Shopping Mall and Puerto Cancun Marina Town Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Beto Avila Baseball Stadium or Andres Quintana Roo Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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What's nearby

  • Garrafon Natural Reef Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Joysxee Floating Bottle Island - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dolphin Discovery - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Crayola House - 5 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Discovery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Icebar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Playa Tiburón - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buffet Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Carbonera 22 - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets?

As of 5 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets on 16 Apr, 2026 start from S$303, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful cottage on the beach,heated pool, tropical gardens and sunsets located?

Nestled on the beach, this Isla Mujeres cottage is just steps away from Garrafon Natural Reef Park and West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park. Shark Beach and Joysxee Floating Bottle Island are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

jill m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location! Perfect hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lynn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steve and Lindell welcomed us after we settled in. Very relaxing setting and mostly calm waters on this side of the island. The golf cart rental we arranged through their contract was superb! Came and refilled with gas whenever we needed it. It was so much fun exploring the island! We will definitely come again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great with the room and the property. Clean, quiet, and great beach area. Very relaxing. 10/10
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

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

Love our stay!

My husband and I stayed on the property for 5 days and thoroughly enjoyed it! Steve and his family were very friendly and the place was nice and quiet! We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn K.

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

Awesome place! Hosts were wonderful. The place had an awesome pool, steps to a private beach.

Relaxing, quiet, helpful hosts. We rented a cart for the week, definitely the way to go. The pool was wonderful, private beach steps from our cabana. Great breakfast place 2 minutes from the front door. We were into quiet, relaxation and local food and drinks, the area did not disappoint.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Excellent

Everything was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

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

Great spot to stay

The owmers came in and very friendly, nice and offered to help in amy way we needed. Property is great. Ocean view, fantastic
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pete V.

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

Tranquil and beautiful

We had a wonderful stay and enjoyed how private the property was but still close to activities when we wanted. Steve and Lindell are wonderful people and we lived how they enjoy sharing their lifestyle with visitors. Thanks for sharing your beautiful home with us so that we could make memories. Villa Makax will be at the top of our list in the future when visiting Isla Mujeres!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim K.

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

5 lovely days

As advertised. Good location. Nice amenities. Access to pool and the ocean.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Peaceful oasis

Palapa Lee is a sweet casita steps from the beach. Fridge, 2 burner stove and dishes were perfect for 2. The pool is steps from the casita, warm, very clean and not chlorinated! There are thatched umbrellas, lounge chairs and tables right on the beach. Juan is very friendly and Teresita the cute terrier on the property loves pets. It’s very quiet and I was able to do a presentation over Zoom without any issues as they have Starlink. A very comfortable bed, pillows and A/C made the time indoors a lovely reprieve from the humidity. Our golf cart rental whipped us to grocery store only 10 minutes away and it’s like a Target/grocery store so shopping was easy. Highly recommend Villa Makax!
Moonlight outside casita’s patio.
Teresita!
The pool
Standard golf cart rental to get around the island
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

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

Great place for Multiple couple

Great place for multiple couple and friend to stay and have the whole place to yourself Great owners and caretakers
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn M.

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

Excellent slice of paradise

Beautiful property, could not have had a better time! Thanks Steve for a great vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Slice of Heaven

Steven has found a remarkable spot on Isla Mujeres. These bungalows sit on what’s basically a private beach because very few people come all the way out to Sac Baja. So you get access to one of the best beaches on the island without all of the crowds you see on Playa Norte. This retreat has friendly neighbors, excellent property management, easy access to the island, and well-maintained amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Paradise found! Beautiful property! Great, comfortable, beachfront room! Fabulous owners!

Loved it!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Woodie P.

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

Villa Makax - A Gem

What a fantastic place, so tranquil and peaceful with fantastic beach and calm waters. We will definitely return
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brittany M.

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

Perfect paradise

The property is incredible! You cannot beat the views or the hospitality! Nice little getaway with a short drive away from the hustle and bustle of the north end.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicki M.

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

Wonderful Place

Everything was Great. No problem with anything. Location you’ll need a golf cart or taxi. Pool was real nice. They have a friendly little dog that’s adorable. We would definitely stay here again, Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

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

Beautiful

Steve and Lindell were amazing. Beautiful accommodations, wonderful salt water pool, and views. We really enjoyed the location on the island, would recommend renting a golf cart.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Beautiful spot. The perfect place to unplug, unwind and decompress.

Steve and Lyn are amazing people. Friendly helpful and easygoing.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

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

A Peaceful Spot on Isla Mujeres

This was the perfect place for us. Away from the hustle and bustle of crowded North Beach, you have your own little piece of the island, right on the beach. The owners were welcoming and the caretaker family were extremely helpful and friendly. We stayed in the Lee Bungalow with our own little porch facing the beach which was just steps away. We could practically fall into the pool from our front door. We rented a golf cart during our stay which we found very handy, though taxis and ubers seem plentiful and cheap if you prefer. We plan to return next year.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

40th anniversary trip

The palapa are such a charming place to stay. We were in Lee which is just steps from the pool and you can open the patio doors and see the ocean. The beach is lovely here as well and the lounge areas next to the water with the palapas are a wonderful place to watch the sunset or enjoy coffee in the morning. Steve and Lindell were wonderful hosts and accompanied us in the pool for chats and laughs! Juan, the groundskeeper helped us with golf cart rental, cabs, or anything else we needed during our stay! Can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave W.

Palapa paradise

When we stayed here we had our morning coffee under the beach palapa while we watched the birds dive for fish in the ocean. At night there is a very nice view of Cancun from the property and some times the hotels will have fireworks. The sleeping palapa had a nice bed, little kitchen and a tile bathroom. It is a quiet and comfortable little house and property, I would totally recommend this place.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

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

Private feeling, good location

There is no longer a quiet part of the island, but this comes closest. We especially enjoyed our shaded veranda with a great view. Steve was friendly, efficient, respected privacy, and arranged for on-site Covid testing for the trip home to US.

10/10 Excellent

Jenni S.

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

Amazing location & fantastic property

We stayed in Palapa Lee in April 2024. We traveled with friends who stayed in Palapa Sam, which is connected to Lee. This was perfect for our group. The property is intimate, private & quiet. Having the beach & pool was such a plus. We rented golf carts to get around & explore the island. We loved being out of the hustle & bustle, but only about a 10 minute cart ride to everything. We are looking forward to returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jiffy H.

Liked: Location

Nice private beach

We really enjoyed the nice private beach but the house made us feel like we were glamping. A few bugs, listened to care taker dog barking all night and a water leak had us checked out early headed fo a different location.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Grupo Makax SA de CV

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Steve and Lindell, the owners of Villa Makax are from Wilmington NC. They arrived here in 1972, and fell in love with Isla Mujeres. In 1975 they purchased an unfinished house on Sac Bajo and over the last 51 years , their love for Mexico and particularly Isla, is shown through the manner in which they carved out this piece of paradise.

Every stone, every block, every tile was placed with care and love for the land. As pioneers of the North American community on the island, they have experienced and participated in the tremendous growth and prosperity of the community. The depth of their combined love for Mexico and Isla Mujeres is reflected in all corners and crevices of the cottages.

Steve and Lindell are best known on Isla for their dedicated work with the challenged children of the island. Commonly known as The Little Yellow School House, Amor a la Niñez (Love of the childhood) was established in 1998 by local women in a small 6 by 8 foot classroom that now is significantly larger and services more than 65 children.The school is supported by donations only, there is no cost to the families.

Visit their website at LittleYellowSchoolHouse.org and their Facebook page”

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Isla on our first trip in 1972. We have been spending 6 months a year here since 1988. You'll see why when you come here.

What makes this property unique

WATER FRONT PRIVATE
The world has changed. Villa Makax “has tuned in, tapped in and turned on all of the newest requirements in order for you to feel safe, healthy and comfortable. Newly renovated and renewed, all cottages have private entrances and patios. Your peace of mind, safety and happiness is our goal.

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English, Spanish
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