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Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs

Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs

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Casa del Cielo de las Estrellas. Spacious balcony and terrace face the beach.
Property grounds
Ground level terrace. Our favored breakfast spot.
Ground level terrace
view from the house entrance toward the beach

Overview of Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Mahaual, Quintana Roo, Mexico
  • Popular LocationMaya Chan Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationCosta Maya Port18 min drive
  • Popular LocationMahahual Beach28 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Futon

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

downstairs sofa

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

outdoor shower

Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs

Casa del Cielo de las Estrellas is a charming beach front villa located just 5 miles south of Mahahual. It is a tranquil place far from mainstream tourism and full of options for discovery, adventure and relaxation. Enjoy activities like swimming, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, beach combing, or bird watching.

Our two-story vacation home has been tastefully decorated and furnished and is designed to accommodate up to six guests. It is rented as a single unit only. You never have to share our exceptionally wide private beach (210 feet) or its amenities with other guests! This is an eco-friendly, self-sustained house. Our water supply is maintained by rainwater collection and electricity is generated with a solar-electric power generation system.

The villa sits sea-side on an extraordinarily large (1.5 acre) and delightfully landscaped beach lot. It is very secluded and private. The caretaker casita, with the caretaker family providing assistance and 24/7 security, is in 200 feet distance from the main house and neighboring lots are not developed. For additional privacy and security access to the property has been restricted with lateral fences and a fence at the beach road. The beach road does not cut through, but is set behind the property in 200 feet distance from the main house.

The house has two full bathrooms with warm water showers. Downstairs the house features a large kitchen- living-dining area with a fully equipped kitchen. A beautiful catalox (a native hardwood) dining table and rustic spiral stairs around a hardwood tree trunk set special accents to this room. Custom-build very large arched mahogany windows open to the ocean side for unobstructed views and optimal ventilation. The tiled front porch is shaded by the balcony and is our favored breakfast spot. A seating area behind the house is accessible through the back door. Here you can fully enjoy the beauty of our lush tropical garden and jungle park and observe birds and other animals. It also provides tranquility and shade during exceptionally windy days.

Upstairs our villa features two cooling-fan equipped bedrooms, each with a double bed and a roll-out bed and one of the rooms with an additional couch. A small locker room for storage of suitcases and cloths also contains a security lock box for valuables. Independently from both bedrooms, you can step out onto our spacious shaded balcony, which is a favorite place for hanging out in hammocks and catching a fresh sea breeze during hot afternoon hours. It is also a great place for an unforgettable moonlight dinner and to enjoy the spectacular sunrise over the Caribbean Sea. Stairs from the balcony lead to the tiled rooftop patio, which offers panoramic Caribbean views. It is ideal for tanning during the day (nude sun-bathing possible here) and for fantastic stargazing during the night (hence the name of the house).

Our private beach has many fruit-bearing coconut palms and for additional shade we build a palm-thatched hut for guests to recover from the intense rays of the Caribbean sun. You can string a hammock to one of our Sea-Grape trees and relax listening to the waves or reading a good book.
Instead of converting our beach into a sand desert– unfortunately the common practice at most beach properties– we landscaped our beach by retaining and planting native salt-tolerant plants that interlace in large patches open sand areas. These patches are not only much more beautiful, but also prevent erosion and provide diverse habitats for beach-dwelling animals.

The drop off at our beach is very good and in contrast to other Costa Maya beaches you don’t have to wade through very shallow water for hundreds of feet before you reach greater water depths, but you can swim and snorkel directly from the beach. The Mesoamerican Barrier Reef in front of Casa del Cielo de las Estrellas is arguably the finest snorkeling site in the Mahahual region. Minimal tide action, the lack of currents and of high waves provide for safe swimming and kayaking conditions, even for beginners.

In addition to free bottled water, weekly changed fresh towels and linens, propane gas, board games, CD player, etc., we also offer special amenities to make a beach vacation enjoyable: These include the free use of kayaks, life vests and snorkeling gear, an outdoor grill and the availability of a large and diverse library that includes a comprehensive collection of Caribbean and Mexico nature guides.

Last but not least, our very friendly caretaker will be always happy to assist with your problems, questions and special needs and to help making your visit at Casa del Cielo de las Estrellas an unforgettable pleasant vacation.

For more information and for picture galleries with many additional photos please search the internet for Casa del Cielo de las Estrellas, Mahahual, where you find the link to our mahahualbeachhouse website.

Property manager

Rudolf Jung
Premier Host
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Languages

English, German, Russian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Consider heat can be problematic for a small child

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
Please inquire if your pet is suitable

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside on balcony and terasses is allowed
Please keep complimentary equipment/items (e.g. kayaks, life wests, snorkeling gear) in order and clean after use
Please do not leave items belonging to the property unattended outside and on the beach
Please do not remove or rearrange furnature or any decorations (shells,etc.) from the house or property

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mahahual

Located in Mahahual, this holiday home is on the beach. Costa Maya Port and Maya Water Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mahahual Beach and Maya Chan Beach. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Maya Chan Beach - 4 min walk
  • Mahahual Lighthouse - 16 min drive
  • Costa Maya Port - 18 min drive
  • Maya Water Park - 22 min drive
  • Mahahual Beach - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Krazy Lobster - 17 min drive
  • 40 Cañones - 15 min drive
  • Malecon 21 - 14 min drive
  • Yaya Beach - 16 min drive
  • Nohoch Kay - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enchanting Beach Villa- Snorkeling, Fishing, Kayaking Costa Maya Reefs located?

This Mahahual holiday home is on the beach, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Maya Chan Beach, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Mahahual Beach and Costa Maya Port. Mahahual Lighthouse and Maya Water Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Nancy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Beach house
Mahahual is a great little village but now growing due to cruise ship visits. The house is about 8.5 k from the village down a very bad road with many huge potholes but we made it a few times in and out! The house itself was ok but it seems like it needs some TLC and maintenance. There is no oven or microwave so plan around that. There are many books however in a humid climate they suffer. The grounds were landscaped but are now very messy & need to be cleaned. Unfortunately we didn’t have hot water during our 3 day stay but the caretaker tried to fix it. Hayhu restaurant (south) is excellent and the Travel In’ restaurant was great. You have to call them 24 hours in advance & select your food. We didn’t get in the water much due to storms.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlie Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Quiet Getaway
Such a privilege to stay in this beautiful casa on the beach. It was quiet, private and peaceful. Kitchen had everything you need. The beach was well maintained and you can snorkel right from the shore. We used the kayaks to get to the reef to snorkel. Magical time!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
The villa is really lovely, it is very private and peaceful. It is really worth the drive from Cancun to get away from the crowds. Rudolph and caretaker Darvey were very helpful and accommodating. The time of year that I came was not the best because the sargassum had already taken over the beach but this is a problem all along the entire coast unfortunately so I would recommend to be mindful of that when choosing a time to come to the area - Rudolph made me aware of this when I booked and said that I could have a refund and check out early if I wanted so that was very kind of him but I still really enjoyed the property and would love to visit again! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bevon K., Whitehorse, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great people.
This is a special place. If you love nature and love to feel a bit off the beaten path, than this is for you. Rudolf the owner was incredible. The area hsd some sargassum and he contacted me beforehand and offered full refund. I am so glad we did not take him up. This shows what an honest good guy he is. He was so concerned about my vacation. The sargassum was there but the great caretaker and me forked a way through it to snorkel and fish. Not so bad at all. House is really cool and eclectic. Neat decorations. Lots of books. Cool staircase. Bug nets. No ac but fans are good enough. A fewbugs so the nets were a must. If i had have a critique it would be that a couple mod cons would add greatly. Namely an electric blender and an electric toaster (their are racks for making toast over stove). Cool place, cool people, cool location.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten path gem
Truly spectacular setting well off the beaten path. Pictures and descriptions are accurate - the caretaker, Darvey, was very attentive and took care of everything we needed right away.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rudolf Jung

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We are two families from Germany (by profession a biologist, an artist and medical doctors) who previously have been travelling widely. More than 25 years ago we discovered the enchanting beaches of south Quintana Roo, the area which is now called the Costa Maya. We came back to Mahahual every year ever since. In 1994 we purchased our beach property. After experimenting a few years with living on the beach in simple palm-thatched huts (palapas), we decided to build the house in 1999. Our experience with the local climatic conditions helped us to design a house that is enjoyable year-round and that can withstand strong tropical storms. Since 2001 we have been opening our villa for guests to rent.

Why they chose this property

First of all- we choose the Costa Maya, because we wanted a beautiful place that is as far as possible away from mainstream tourism, yet reachable from the US or from Europe within a reasonable amount of travel time. Within the Costa Maya area we looked for a property with good elevation, a good water depth at the beach that allows swimming, and a beach which has the barrier reef close to it and protecting it from high waves and currents. We choose our particular 210-feet wide and 300-feet deep lot for it mostly intact beach- and coastal jungle vegetation, because this gave us the opportunity to create -through careful landscaping- a lush tropical garden-park by maintaining native plants. Finally, this sparsely populated location 5 miles south of Mahahual attracted to us because it is close enough to town for easy grocery shopping and restaurant access, but far enough to avoid town tourist activities.

What makes this property unique

Our house is very secluded and private. The beach road is 200 feet behind the house, the property is 210 feet wide and neighboring properties are not developed. Since we never rent the house to a second party, guests will always exclusively enjoy our entire beach and our other amenities. The natural environment our property offers is without peers. A lush garden-park surrounds the house and is home to countless tropical animals and birds that can be observed. A freshwater pond is a special feature of our garden, providing drinking water for birds during the dry season and a breeding place for tree frogs. We maintain about one third of our 1.5 acres as a private coastal jungle reserve. Our land is therefore one of the few places in the Costa Maya with over 50 old-growth Chi’it palms (a protected palm, elsewhere almost extinct). Also our beach-area has been carefully landscaped by us and therefore retains beautiful patches of native salt-tolerant plants and flowers that not only prevent wind- and water erosion, but are also an invaluable habitat for beach-dwelling animals. The barrier reef in our area (5 miles south of Mahahual) is considered the best snorkeling site in the Mahahual area. Healthy coral gardens with huge brain and elk-horn corals and a large quantity of colorful fish and other marine life can be explored on the wave-protected side of this reef. Snorkel enthusiasts will appreciate our artificial reef, which can be visited in just 50 feet from the shore. While this site is easily accessible even by children or not so firm swimmers, it is teaming with almost all the same fish species that can be found in the barrier reef.

Languages:

English, German, Spanish, Russian

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