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Awaken to view of the Sea and Salt Water Heated pool
Awaken to view of the Sea and Salt Water Heated pool
Casita Grande
Heated Salt Water Pool with Cancun view
Property grounds - Private sargazo FREE Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
AU$442
avg per night

Explore the area

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Isla Mujeres, QROO
  • 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.)
    ‪80 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
The current price is AU$442
avg per night

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About the area

Isla Mujeres

Located in Isla Mujeres, this guesthouse is near a water park and on the beach. La Isla Shopping Mall and Puerto Cancun Marina Town Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore West Coast of Isla Mujeres, Punta Cancun, and Punta Nizuc National Park and North Beach. Garrafon Natural Reef Park and Parque de los Suenos are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
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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 - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Dolphin Discovery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Icebar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Playa Tiburón - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Buffet Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪La Carbonera 22 - ‬9 min walk

About this property

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

Cottage Grande is the largest of all of the cottages inside the very private walled Villa Makax. The patio faces the west looking towards Cancun, with beautiful views of sunsets over the turquoise waters of Cancun Bay and the soothing pool. Just sitting here will take your breath away. You can step off the patio into the warm salt water pool or walk a few steps to the beach.

Restaurants and beach clubs within walking distance and the Turtle preserve is a short walk south down our beach. Our guests can be picked up for their Isla Mujeres water tours at our private dock on the laguna side.

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.

The other three cottages at Villa Makax all have private entrances and patios:
VRBO 346507 VRBO 1253993 VRBO 570965

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 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 allowed: in designated areas
Outside
Lost room keys $25 Lost safe keys $50
No guests of guests

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 fire extinguisher

Frequently asked questions

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

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peaceful cottage on the beach with heated pool, sunsets and tropical gardens on 11 May 2026 start from AU$442, 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 with heated pool, sunsets and tropical gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Nestled on the beach, this Isla Mujeres guesthouse 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.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawna Barnes -.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host wonderful experience! Beautiful spot on the beach! we loved everything about the place! We hope that we will get to experience it again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Asa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a truly lovely, relaxing stay in this gorgeous traditional Mexican cottage, with amazing views over the pool and the sea. It was wonderfully peaceful, and the hosts were very welcoming. Juan and his family, who look after the property, were fantastic. Their son-in-law kindly ferried us around the island in his taxi and showed us different places along the way, which really added to our experience. A fantastic stay overall, we would absolutely love to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

greg M.

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

What a beautiful place to relax

Casa Makax is on a quiet part of Isla Mujeres and has only four units with a beautiful pool and an incredible view of the gentle waters between Cancun and the island. If you are looking for a great place to just chill out, this is ideal.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Polly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful property! We were moving from a house on the south side we had shared with our adult children and moved to this location after they departed. We have stayed all over the island but never in Sac Bajo. We would 10 out of 10 come back to this location. Seclusion, peace, beauty, tranquility at its finest. Thanks for an amazing stay, we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey G.

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

Wonderful Vacation

Our stay was wonderful. The Casita was very cozy and had everything we needed. The location on the island was perfect. Steve & Lindell (the hosts) were very nice and accommodating. Juan and his wife keep the property looking beautiful. We couldn't have asked for more. We highly recommend! Thanks for a fantastic vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

Fantastic property and location

We really enjoyed Villa Makax again. Our second visit, and it won't be our last. Steve and Lyndell are terrific hosts and the property is one of the best on the island. A very quiet location with great pool and unbelievable sunsets.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara S.

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

Lovely stay on the beach

We had a wonderful time during our 4 nights at Villa Makax! The property was clean and comfortable, with a view of the pool and the ocean. We loved the privacy and easy access of the beach, and used both the beach and the pool daily. We met the owners, Steve and Lindell, who were so welcoming and fun, and gave us lots of great restaurants recommendations. We rented a golf cart to get around the island and would definitely recommend that for this location on the peninsula. Highly recommend a trip to Isla Mujeres and Villa Makax!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

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

Nice quiet niche property.

We had a great little villa along with three other villas on a private property with pool and private beach. We enjoyed our neighbors in the other villas which was nice treat. Relaxing stay and easy going.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Amazing!

This place was amazing and so peaceful. If your looking for a place to escape from the hustle and bustle this is the place for you. Everyone there makes you feel like family.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dena Jo B.

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

Love Isla Mujeres anVilla Makax

Wonderful 10 days at Villa Makax. Peaceful, private spot where you can relax . All I can add is WOW!
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

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

Time To Chillax!

Well, we picked the right place to stay, for sure! Our cottage was very comfortable and relaxing. A breathtaking ocean view; your own private beach; and, just steps out the front door and you’re at poolside. It just doesn’t get any better!Steve and Lindell (sp) are wonderful hosts who immediately make you feel right at home.And, when we chose to explore the island, we just fired up the golf cart (you rent them) and hit Adventure Trail! Multiple beaches to visit, swim with the dolphins, delicious restaurants and, of course, shopping galore!No doubt about it…we’ll visit again. And, when we do, our accommodations will be the Villa Makax, baby!Ron & Inajo Gray
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave D.

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

Another Great stay!

We have been to Villa Makax a few times now and love it. It is always very quiet and peaceful, which is just what we look for on a get-away trip. We go up to town for some entertainment and nightlife but are glad to get back to a heated pool and beach that are never crowded because of the limited number of guests. Juan and Serviana do a great job. And it is always fun to see Steve and Lindell.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

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

Wonderful Place Wonderful People

My wife and I spent 2 weeks in Cottage Grand. The Villa is exactly as described. The property is absolutely beautiful and kept perfectly by Juan and his family. Steve, Lindell and the fantastic staff have spent years perfecting the property the Villas and the visitor experience. We cannot wait to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

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

Exactly What We Expected

Fantastic! Quiet, private; easy to find, easy to contact, everything about this trip was simple and easy and exactly as we wanted. The chairs on the beach were the best on the island and we had them all to ourselves! Would highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Incredibly relaxing vacation

Steve and Lindell have created a quiet and comfortable paradise to relax and recharge. The views are stunning, villas are clean and well equipped, grounds are immaculately manicured. Cant quite find the words to describe how blessed we are to have spent a week at Villa Makax. Thank you Steve and Lindell! We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna C.

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

Villa Makax

The whole experience was wonderful. Owners are in their cottage and socialize occasionally. They are very nice and helpful. We had a golf cart for the week which made coming and going all over the island very easy. Cottage was clean, bottled water dispenser inside, ice cube trays and full size fridge. Pool was super, about 50 steps to the sea. It's exactly like it looks in the pictures.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie B.

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

amazing stay

Villa Makax was beautiful! Our villa that we stayed in was clean, had a/c and hot water. There was a tv with netflix. The kitchen in our little villa was clean and functional. The property was clean, other visitors were nice as well as the hosts (Steve and his wife). The pool and beach access were absolutely amazing. They answered all and any of our questions as needed.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny D.

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

Relaxing!

This was our second time staying at Villa Makax and we enjoyed both times very much. (I highly recommend getting a golf cart to get around the island.) We love the relaxed atmosphere, private beach and pool. We really enjoyed the newer lounging area, it was nice to visit with other guest and get to know them. Steve and Lindel are super nice and full of knowledge of the island and great places to eat. Juan was quick to help out with anything we needed. 🙂 I highly recommend Villa Makax is you want a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marci S.

So relaxing !

We stayed at Villa Makax for the second time this past month, and enjoyed it even more than the first time! Love the changes made to the property / the new pool is fantastic to cool off in! Hosts Steve and Lindell are wonderful, and the accommodations are super comfortable. Especially the bed and linens. I never wanted to get out of bed in the morning ! We will be back !
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sid P.

Beautiful, relaxing spot to get away from it all.

What a fantastic week we had at Villa Makax! If you you're looking for a quiet, beautiful, safe place on Isla, this is it. Our villa was clean and nicely decorated. The beach and pool were fantastic. Juan will take care of just about anything you need, including having a golf cart delivered. The owners, Steve and Lindell are one of the big reasons this property is so great. They were so helpful and we had the best time talking with them. What a great story they have. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Ideal stay at Villa Makax

We spent the first week of March in the Casita Grande at Villa Makax to celebrate our 25th anniversary and my 50th Birthday. It was exactly as advertised! Clean, comfortable, plenty of room for the 2 of us! Having a golf cart gave us flexibility to set our own schedule and explore on our own. It is a fun 15-20 min trip to the Playa Norte area. The pool and beach areas were used and enjoyed. Only had short interactions with owners and other guests. Enjoyed the dog Pluto and the 2 large bunnies! Felt safe and honestly had the most relaxed vacation we have had. I bought 2 long Turkish lightweight towels with beach chair clips to use and these were a good purchase. Thanks for a great week (it wasn’t long enough!).
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

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

Just perfect for people like us.

You could stay at the famous north beach but you would miss out on: 1. Your own stand alone beach front casita (not a multistory hotel with elevators and stairs). 2. A private beach with shady palapas shared with only the owners and 2 other casitas (not crowds of daytrippers). 3. Your own kitchen. 4. A large private lanai. 5. Sounds of lapping waves and birds (not loud music). But we did enjoy casting our own choices of music from YouTube to the smart TV. We stayed in the "Cottage Grande" (AKA "Casita Grande"). It is actually more spacious than the pictures shown on VRBO, with a kitchen and bathroom larger than those in our Manhattan apartment. The hosts are an amazing couple who built this compound over decades and brought it to its current state of near perfection. We have stayed at many VRBO properties but none compare to Villa Makax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herman H.

Secluded and beautiful, private property

My wife and I stayed at the newly finished Casita Grande and loved it. On the calmer side of west side of Isla Mujeres, the Casita is well furnished and decorated with a nice sized kitchen and sizable shower and bed. Pretty perfect for a couple. Air-conditioned for when you want it. Nice little sitting area on the patio and two great raised-wall areas on the beach for kicking back in a lounger or chair. The property and view is fantastic. Really nice mix of rock, sand, sun, pool, trees and living space. Safe, scenic and really hit the spot for us. The owners are good-natured, friendly and have a fantastic life story. They're there if you need them and otherwise you relax, explore the area or travel about the island as you see fit. Steve gave us great recommendations for food. Lassie the mixed-breed "collie" is way friendly and very well behaved. When not eating or drinking in the Casita, we walked up or down the beach or grabbed a reasonable and readily available cab to some other spots. If you're looking for a bigger beach with more swimmable space that's a little lacking though you can walk up or down the beach for better spots or hit Playa Norte where it really opens up. If you're looking for a quiet, uncrowded space with everything you need for a relaxing vacation you can't go wrong with Villa Makax! Highly recommended!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Steve H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful secluded/private property with beachfront and stunning views

Right from the beginning Steve was very friendly and communicative. Promptly answered ALL of our numerous emails with an abundance of questions. Our cottage wasn't available for the total time we were spending there, so he let us rent another cottage for three days (minimum stay is four) until our cottage was available. The grounds are beautiful, the views are stunning, and the caretakers are very friendly. The property has a friendly dog named Hookah and two very friendly rabbits that we enjoyed while we were there. The beach is just steps from any of the cottages. The pool and sitting areas were well maintained and cared for on a daily basis. There is plenty of parking for vehicles and golf carts. The property is within walking distance to Zama Beach Resort and Izla Hotel where you can catch a taxi; but I would highly recommended renting a golf cart. What I loved most about the property is that it's located on the south end of the island on Sac Bajo away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, just a 20-minute golf cart ride away. The property is quiet, secluded and peaceful. The property has a covered sitting area with very comfortable cushioned patio sofas, chairs and coffee table along with an open bar with water, beer and juice available that all guests are welcome to and usually contribute to upon their departure. It's a great place to sit and have a cocktail, socialize with the other guests or gaze at the beautiful views. I personally loved sitting there, as well as on our patio, watching and listening to the rain. If you're looking for luxury, daily room service and posh amenities this place IS NOT for you. But if you're looking for peacefulness, solitude and relaxation this IS the place for you.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Little piece of paradise

My husband and I stayed in the Cottage Grande for 5 days celebrating our 10-year anniversary. This was our first time to the island, and we had the best time! The cottage was perfect! I list some of my pros and cons as that is always helpful to me when trying to figure out where to stay. Pros.. *Cottage was very clean..floors, kitchen, bathroom, linens all spotless. *The AC in the unit was wonderful. The cottage did not have any musty, humid wetness feel that you most often get in tropical areas. *Loved the no kids policy and the small size of the place. We felt like we had the beach and pool all to ourselves. *The proximity to the beach is amazing...just steps away. We woke up, opened our curtains and laid in bed looking at the ocean. *They have a large water dispenser in the unit, loved that we could just refill our cups and not have to buy bottled water. Tip..bring your own large insulated cups and pop them in the fridge overnight or while you are out and about to have nice cold water when you get back. *Staff and owners are extremely friendly and helpful. *The best was relatively comfortable and not to firm *I like to get all unpacked when on vacation and the cottage had a nice closet with hangers as well as lots of space in the bathroom to put all my products :) *Property is in a great location...10 min golf cart ride to north and south end. *Sunset from the property are amazing. Cons... *Seagrass in the ocean. About 3 ft into the ocean and the whole bottom is covered with seagrass. This is by no means the properties fault but thought I would mention it in case some people would not like it. It didn't bother me at all I still swam and just didn't touch the floor bottom. *Lack of curtains in our cottage. There were 2 windows in the cottage that did not have window covering. I would have liked them covered for privacy. We had a fabulous stay at Villa Makax and definitely would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet. relaxing beach getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022