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Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe

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5 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, music library, video library
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5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 122800 sq ft

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Playa del Carmen, QROO
  • Popular LocationPlaya Paraiso Golf Course5 min drive
  • Popular LocationCirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaroma Beach15 min drive
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)32 min drive

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe

The Secret Beach Shell Villa has long been a favorite of the Mayan Riviera and for some good reasons.

Located in a Very Small Safe Gated (Guard 24/7) Residential Community of High-End Villas - no crowds - very private. Close to all the local attractions but tucked away on the Mayan Riviera's Secret Beach (Playa del Secreto) is known as the nicest beach along the Mayan Riviera that our Staff rakes daily. We are also a Turtle Nest Sanctuary. Its nice time to come is during the Turtle season.

See our 5 Star reviews on the Adjacent identical Villa Homeaway listing #303852 which has been on HomeAway VRBO for more than 20 years and has a review from the VRBO Bear (staff of HomeAway stayed at the villa and left a review)

The Secret Beach Villas are actually three luxury Identical Beach-Front villas all 4 or 5 bedrooms each with its own private pool, part of a three-villa building; You can rent one or two or all three villas if you have a bigger group of up to 32 people. See Fish Villa at HomeAway listing #303852 & Boat Villa #4606574

We have been renting our villas since 1997, we have everything you need from an on-site property manager, to extras like Central A/C, Wi-Fi, Office style Phones in each villa with Free Phone Calls anywhere, and Extensions for our services, All Major Streaming Services in English including Local Channels ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, HBO, Starz, Amazon Prime, Acron TV, BritBox, Parmount+, Disney+ YouTube TV (Miami Locals) just like back home in English, so you won't miss the next Survivor or NCSI episodes. You would be hard-pressed to think of amenities that we don’t have in the villas. We have an extensive list of excursions to offer you as well as maps to local shopping and restaurant suggestions.

Unlike many villas in the area, we are ONSITE OWNERS who manage their own vacation home, we are only 300 feet away (by driveway entrance) if you need us.

The owner is a Professional Chef.

We have become an intuition in the area, one of the 1st to offer beachfront villa rentals more than 25+ years ago - 70% of our guests are repeat customers.


We make your Vacation Hassle Free: The 1st thing every guest says when they arrive, is the Villa & Ocean are more beautiful than even the pictures show, with the ocean's edge 30 feet from the back door, you always have a great view of the turquoise water of the Caribbean. We furnished our villas with real living room furniture all imported from Pottery Barn or Macys. In our villas we want you to feel like your home.

We have all the information and assistance to help make planning your vacation hassle free. We have downloadable maps to Costco, Wal-Mart in Playa del Carmen & Cancun and Hospitals. You can go online thru our site and view videos of activities and reserve online, including Golf Tee Times or a Catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres, and Fishing and Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos. Our FAQ have every question you could think of including a Mayan Riviera Swine flu update. We offer a grocery shopping service that will buy all your grocery’s and have them waiting in the villa for you.

Chef Miguel & Welcome Dinner Menu: The villa owner is a professional chef and will cook your food with the 'Sazon y Sentimiento' (Taste and Feeling) of Mexico, for the 'foodies on vacation' you can schedule an afternoon private cooking class with Chef Miguel.

Here is our Welcome dinner we offer arrival night so guest can relax and get their bearings without having to go out to a restaurant to eat. One of the many dinners on our villas food service menu.
The Mexican Welcome dinner - $18 per person
(Served on Sat. evening for arrivals – you may also order this meal anytime)
• Chicken Flautas
• Guacamole
• Pico del Gallo & Chips
• Beef Fajita
• Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas
• Mexican Rice
• Fried Plantain
• Beans
• Flan
• Margaritas.

All meals come with a pitcher of Margaritas or Pina Coladas or Sangria.
Meals run $18 - $35. Not up for dinner, we also offer 'Happy Hour' munchies and we deliver them right to you, so you can snack at the pool. Kids under 5 eat for Free, kids 5 to 11 eat 1/2 price.

Chef Miguel and Private Cooking Class: Chef Miguel will come to your vacation villa and teach you the in and outs of some of the popular Mayan Dishes along with hands on training... be prepared to be involved with the food preparation as Miguel’s Suez Chefs or grab a stool with a margarita or a cerveza and just watch. It’s a fun and festive afternoon preparing a Mayan dinner along with insights to both Mexican/Mayan Ingredients as well as Cultural viewpoints… afternoon of pure Foodie heaven! You don’t have to be a seasoned Chef…or you could be… but either way you learn recipes that you can easy make back at home. After the cooking is done sit down to a memorable Mayan dinner you have just prepared.
You can go to Chef Miguel's website Cancun Chef and learn about his passion for food. Miguel is a real 'Foodie' and loves nothing more than to talk food the villa guest, many of whom are chefs themselves.

Property manager

Liza Piorkowski

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Printer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water park on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: must book all 3 villas (there is an extra cost)
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

This villa is located in Playa del Secreto, a neighborhood in Playa del Carmen, and is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Maroma Beach and Tres Rios Ecopark can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park, or check out an event or a game at El Rey Polo Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

What's nearby

  • Playa Paraiso Golf Course - 5 min drive
  • Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya - 6 min drive
  • Paradise Beach - 7 min drive
  • Tres Rios Ecopark - 14 min drive
  • Maroma Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cena Trattoria By el Faro - 8 min drive
  • El Cocotal - 7 min walk
  • Don Miquel - 7 min drive
  • Café del Lago - 9 min drive
  • Limon y Sal - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe located?

Nestled on the beach, this Playa del Secreto villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Paraiso Golf Course, Paradise Beach, and El Manglar Golf Course. Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

melissa j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional value
This was a marvelous villa and the beach was a private gem amongst the resorts. The house was perfect for 2 families with elementary school aged children. The pool area is lovely, perfectly maintained and the beach is wonderful. The surf is so fun - big enough to bofy surf but shallow enough to be safe for the littles. We did a number of nearby excursions and felt pampered by daily cleaning lady visits and Chef Miguel dinners - this is a vacation, not a trip. We’ve already recommended to family and friends and look forward to returning. We’re dreaming about a pitcher of spicy margs and plate of guacamole and pico as the sun sets!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandi V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2023
The house was perfect for 10 of us. Liza, Miguel and staff were so knowledgeable helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious the pool was perfect and the Ocean view is gorgeous. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week in Paradise!
This was a family trip - my two sons and their wives, my daughter-in-law's parents, and myself. The home is amazing for a group our size - each with own room and en-suite. The home is super clean and well-decorated. Comfort in every room. We enjoyed the pool and beach very much. It's not the super clean white sand like the hotel zone in Cancun, but I felt it was even more beautiful due to its seclusion (away from the craziness of Cancun). Meals prepared by Chef Miguel were excellent and the portions HUGE. The honor bar was a great touch, and we left behind two half bottles of liquor to add to the collection. Kitchen was very well stocked, but if you're going to do much cooking and are particular about your tools, recommend that you pack your own chef's knife! The beds were comfy with nice linens. And the household staff was friendly and did a great job. Both Liza and Miguel were great with the communication, and we were pleased with the prices and service of the airport transfers and car rental. Super happy with our stay and will definitely come again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our group!
The Shell Villa was perfect for our family! We loved having a Villa to all hang out in and enjoy the private pool and beach area. The seaweed is a bummer but what can you do? The sand is beautiful & soft and the views & sounds of the ocean waves are so relaxing! We took advantage of all of Liza & Miguel’s expertise & recommendations and we booked the airport shuttle, spa services, a private catamaran tour, and had most meals prepared for us. It really is better than an all inclusive resort because of the space and privacy. We also rented a vehicle that Liza helped arrange and it was dropped off and picked up at the Villa. So easy! Definitely recommend getting a vehicle for grocery store trips or going into Puerto Morales for lunch or dinner. The daily housekeeping service was unobtrusive and kept things clean and tidy. They really have a great thing going and we hope we will be able to come back one day. It was a beautiful trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan J., Terre Haute, Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property & owner
Chef Miguel and Liza are great! From day 1 the communication and support was perfect. We loved the property and all the close amenities. Definitely recommend doing dinner and breakfast. We will be booking again. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
So nice!!
We have stayed at this VRBO twice and home to come back again. Clean, nice, all amenities we need, beach, private pool!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Villa, Beach, and Food
Thoroughly impressed with the location, safety, beach, the villa itself, and the food (optional purchase). Would stay again here in a heartbeat!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful hideaway!
The Villa was spotless and maids kept it so throughout our stay. Our Villa was decorated with beautiful shell decor. Our ocean view was amazing - even on cloudy days. Chef Miguel made delicious meals and his helper Anna was a sweetheart. Spa service was exemplary! The weather was cool much of our stay but we enjoyed every minute!! Highly recommend Playa de Secreto!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Monica M., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Far Better than I could've imagined
It was my 50th Bday Trip - and it did not disappoint. Having a Chef as an owner of the property had so many perks. Communication was easy - and not a lot of pressure, we only had 2 issues- the toilet one was fixed quickly - the other was out of the owners control as a excursion they advertised had been purchased by someone and it wasn't what the original package was advertised as anymore - but our group took it for what it was "An Adventure" and not just sitting around but don't get me wrong sitting around at the villa - we all felt so relaxed, at home, and comfortable. Regrets would be: not taking more pics, ordering more of those awesome breakfasts, ordering more of the Guacamole cause it always went fast and of course scheduling more days at the Villa. I couldn't have asked for better hosts, a better location, or better comforts. I do look forward to returning some day again. This villa is better than any resort I've ever stayed in.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Derek C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful secluded spot
We loved the villa and it felt like we had our own amazing beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021