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PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!

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Beach
Pool
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access

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Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo
  • Place, Puerto Aventuras Marina
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Oasis Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dolphin Discovery
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Master Bath

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!

Open your eyes in the morning to see the beautiful sunrise over the pool and Caribbean from the King size bed in the master bedroom suite! Prime location located next door to the center of Puerto Aventuras with shops, dinning, dolphin experience, scuba diving, marina, golf and tennis. 15 minutes from Playa del Carmen. take ferry to Cozumel. 25 minutes from Tulum. Minutes away from many advertised excursions. Perfect location to enjoy all that the Riviera Maya has to offer!
- Since Villas del Mar is a private and very desirable condominium complex, we work hard at maintaining our exculsivity. The security personnel generally recognize the owners, but a s a new visitor you will be asked to identify your self and family by showing a residential numbered blue card that is assigned to the condo you are renting. we also ask that you refrain from inviting non-Villas del Mar friends from joining you. Anyone unable to identify themselves as a resident will be asked to leave. The horseshoe design of our complex that surrounds our common area helps maintain our privacy. Although, at the same time, echoes and amplifies sound. Villas del Mar in general is a very quiet place although when large families arrive often times they are not aware of how this sound carries. RULES: no pets No smoking in the condo maximum occumancy is 6 Please do not compromise the natural beauty of Villas del Mar by hanging towels on porch railings or littering common areas. Noise must be reduced on terraces and in the common areas after 11:00 pm Do not store or leave items in common areas Only one car per condo is permitted in parking lot Do not park in roadways or access roads POOL/BEACH RULES: The use of the pool and beach is exclusively for the owners and guests statying at Villas del Mar To use the beach and pool chairs it is necessary to show a VDN blue card. No lifeguard on duty. Swim at your own risk. The maximum depth of the pool is 3.5 feet - no diving No glass containers Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. No running in the pool area Music equipment and stereos may be used with individual headphones only. No lounges or chairs in the pool No noise in the pool between 8:00 pm and 8:00 am Guests are no allowed to invite friends or family not staying at VDM to use the facilities. Please respect the responsibilities of our security personnel who act in the best interests of all of us.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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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

About the area

Puerto Aventuras

Located in Puerto Aventuras, this condo is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Akumal Beach and Half Moon Bay, while Xcaret Eco Theme Park and Xplor Theme Park are popular area attractions. Xenses Park and Akumal Ecological Center are also worth visiting.
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Puerto Aventuras, Quintana Roo

What's nearby

  • Puerto Aventuras Marina - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • CEDAM Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Oasis Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dolphin Discovery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Puerto Aventuras Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 79 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Brisas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪El Abuelo - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Bloved Restaurant & Lounge - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪La Caleta - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Ole - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice! on 9 May 2026 start from AU$380, 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 PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PRIME LOCATION! Private Beach, Very Nice! located?

Situated in Puerto Aventuras, this beach condo building is steps away from Puerto Aventuras Marina and CEDAM Museum. Fatima Bay and Oasis Beach are also within 5 minutes.

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. 54 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shelley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay here! We rented for 17 days and spent every day at the beach or the pool. Great snorkeling in the ocean and kids took surfing lessons. If we needed anything, Juan was there to.help us quickly. Highly recommend this place for rest and relaxation! We will be back!
Beach in front of condo
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2026
Thank you for the nice review, Shelley. I am so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We feel we have a very special place there and I hope you stay with us again soon. Safe Travels, Ken
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ken is an awesome host, and Juan who is onsite is helpful and very prompt in any help needed, whether it be an extra jug or water or helping with anything with the property. This was our 2nd yr in a row.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad F.

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

Great place

The condo was great with incredible views and beautiful beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2023
Brad, Glad you enjoyed your stay. We think it is a special place and hope you come back and stay with us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bill T.

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

First time Puerto Aventuras vacationers

Minor issues resolved quickly and to our satisfaction. Stay was fantastic. Beautiful place
Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jan 2025
Bill, thank you for your nice review and we look forward to you coming back. Thanks for booking again with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shemin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our time at this condo. The area is absolutely amazing with lots to do. We felt safe walking around. We would definitely stay at this property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Corey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving in Puerto Aventuras

We stayed for 2 weeks, there were a couole hiccups, but both the property owner Ken, and the property manager Juan dealt with all issues quickly and were good communicators. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2025
Corey, Thank you for your nice review and understanding that sometimes things happen. I am pleased that you appreciate how we address issues when they do come up and take care of them right away. We truly try to treat our guests the way that we would want to be treated. Hope to have you stay with us again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

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

Excellent Time

My family had a wonderful Christmas Vacation here at VDM. The property was excellent, and we hope to return again soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

judy c.

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

Sun and Sand Escape

Wonderful property. Condo had everything we needed and more! Great communication with host. Highly recommend this destination / condo.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for the nice review. We will be going there Thursday. We think it is an amazing place. Hope you choose to return and stay with us again soon! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P.

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

Slice of Paradise

We had a wonderful time. The condo was clean and provided ample space for a family of 4. The pool and beach were spectacular and the location was very convenient.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mag A.

Christmas vacation

We had a great stay here for Christmas. Great location great views of the beach and pool. Ken was very responsive to any questions I had. Tulum is a must visit and the cenotes as well. Overall a great community and spot.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Mag, Thank you for the nice review. We agree that PA is a nice community. We like its unique, private community with everything we need in easy walking distance from our home. We also like how our central location is close to everything. We often go to Tulum and I like diving in the Cenotes! We are glad you were pleased with your stay and hope you choose to stay with us again soon. Next time, may I suggest you check out the ruins at Coba! Thank you, Ken
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mindy l.

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

This was a perfect location and accommodations for our family.

We loved how close the beach was to this property in addition to the gulp kitchen and needed washer and dryer. The location was amazing and we could easily walk out to the beach and back in minutes. We used the coolers we found in the condo each day at the beach and the huge sofa in the living room was perfect after a long day outside. We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2021
Mindy, Thank you for the nice review. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We always tell people we think we have the best location in the Rivera Maya and Puerto Aventuras. I am glad you agree. Location and the private beach is why we purchased this as our dream vacation home. We are happy you gave us the opportunity to share it with you and your family. Hope to have you stay with us again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Charles and Melissa D.

Dean and Missy

This was by far a great vacation experience. The Condo was very clean and the whole complex very well maintained. It was very quiet and perfect for families. Very safe area and plenty of activities to do nearby. We will definitely be back!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Dean and Missy, I am so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at my condo. We look forward to having you return soon! Thank you for the nice review. Sincerely, Ken and Denise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Breathtaking Vacation Home

This is the second time we've stayed at Ken's place and we absolutely love it. The condo is beautiful and is perfectly situated in a safe area, close to the immaculate beach and town. The view and grounds are absolutely breathtaking! Ken and Denise are wonderful to work with, very professional, organized and so friendly. We will not hesitate vacationing here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Denise and I were so happy to have you stay with us again. We are really honored when our guests choose to return to our home. We do think it is a special place and we are so grateful to have quality renters like you. We really try our best to keep our home updated and in great shape. We thank you for the care you gave our home and we look forward to you returning. Thanks again for choosing to stay at our dream vacation home!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Incredible location and unit!

This was a wonderful stay in a beautiful complex. The unit has everything you need, so tastefully decorated and the views were spectacular. I high recommend staying here it felt like a private resort. The grounds were lovely, pool was huge and the beach was gorgeous just steps away. Ken was wonderful to work with and very accommodating. We were traveling there during a tropical storm and the airlines changed our flight over and he was able to accommodate coming in a day later. If you want to feel safe and have a very relaxing vacation in a great location I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
George, So glad the storm did not mess up your vacation! I was very happy that I could help you with the change of plans. PA is a private, gated community and our condo complex is gated with 24hr. security. We too feel very safe there. In fact, safer than many places in the USA. Isn't it a great place to unwind, relax and recharge yourself! Our maintenance crew does a great job and are always working to keep our place in top condition. We feel we are in THE premier place in all of Puerto Aventuras and the Riviera Maya! Thank you so much for your nice review and choosing to stay with us. We hope you will come back again soon! Thank you, Ken
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

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

Exceptional

We will be back! Perfect location. Beautiful condo. I could walk 5 minutes into town to the local grocery store and all the restaurants, and marina to the fishing boat we rented. Nothing beats Puerto Aventuras and certainly Villas del Mar I. We didn't travel anywhere else and you don't have to. It's all there. Thank you, Kenneth!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather K.

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

Perfect family getaway

From booking the condo to the actual stay, we give this unit 5 stars! Ken was quick to respond to any questions, provided helpful info prior to the stay, and Ivonne (property manager) was quick to help during our stay. The condo was perfectly equipped for our family of 5 , even having some beach toys for the kids we didn't expect! We have stayed at Villas del Mar before so we knew the grounds were beautiful with a fantastic location close to the marina. We could walk to dinner every night....and to the Italian Bakery for coffee and pastries in the morning. Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful condo!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Heather, Thank you for the nice review. I am so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay. You were wonderful guests and I hope you will stay with us again soon. This is our dream vacation home and we love it. It is not a rental property to us but our vacation home so we do our best to keep it nice and updated. Thanks again for choosing to stay with us! Ken
Verified

6/10 Okay

Carl P.

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

Great place, construction upstairs is reason for 3*

Beautiful condo in a wonderfully located complex. Gorgeous views from the balcony. Condo was well appointed and had top quality microwave, coffee maker etc. Love the convenient location to the restaurants and Oxxo of PA. Only things to consider improving is alliwing major renovations to occer at that time of year. Isnt supposed to, but was?? Air exchanger in master is very loud and master bath could use a very deep cleaning, but otherwise peefect!! Hopeful managers can better coordinate with owners to prevent renos from occurring in the future outside the designated time periods i instead of saying theyd impose a fee on whoever, which theydhave the option of simply paying and continuing. It was an unfortunate series of events that detracted from an otherwise perfect stay at an amazing property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn S.

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

Better than advertised!

Hands down the best equipped vacation rental we’ve been to. The owners have made sure you have everything you need for a fantastic vacation AND the unit and property are beautiful. A sea and pool view from the balcony for morning coffee or evening cocktails made our stay even better. You couldn’t ask for a better location. The lagoon with great restaurant choices is a 5 minute walk from the condo. We were able to choose from , Mexican, Italian, Tex-mex, Japanese , Thai and American food. The community as well as the condo complex are secure and safe. We will be putting this rental on our return to list. Thank you to the owners for sharing their beautiful home with us!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2023
Lynn, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciate your nice review. One thing that is different about our place, is that we bought this as OUR dream vacation home and not a rental property. This is the place we want to go to when we go to Mexico. The condo is equipped with the things we want when we are there. I am happy you were pleased with what we had and hope you will stay with us again. Thank you, Ken
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

Beautiful Property Beautiful Condo

We just returned from spending 7 days at Villas Del Mar. it was just perfect! The condo was represented well in the pictures very clean and well fitted. We appreciated the beach chair cushions, noodles and coolers that were available for use. On our 1st night the was a problem with one of the air conditioning units, Ken and Yvonne we very responsive and had it fixed right away the next morning and we never had any further problems with it. It was a perfect location with a beautiful pool and beach location. Took advantage of Yvonne shopping for us and having our groceries in the condo, very helpful after a long travel day. The area felt very safe and all of the condo employees were so friendly. If our travels head that way again, would not hesitate to stay here a second time.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Jeanette, I am so glad that you and your family enjoyed your stay. We truly love our place and feel we have the best location on the Riviera Maya! Villas del Mar's location and our private beach is the reason we had to purchase this property as our dream vacation home. I am sorry about the air conditioner problem but am glad you were pleased with the way the repair was taken care of right away. We always try to keep our condo in great condition. I hope you enjoyed the bottle of wine we brought you for this inconvenience. Thank you for the nice review. The satisfaction of our guests is very important to us. We love having our guests return year after year. Hope to have you return soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

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

You NEED to stay here!

I can't recommend this property enough. It was an absolutely perfect location. We had the whole private beach pretty much to ourselves while we were there. The property was clean, quiet and all the staff was so helpful. Ivonne was an absolute Godsend and answered every question I had to help us navigate the property. Taxi's were readily available in a designated section for us to take to Playa Del Carmen, where we went often to eat and shop. On our last day we taxi'd over to the ferry and rode that over to Cozumel for an amazing snorkel trip. Whether staying at the property to enjoy the beach or pool or heading to Xcaret, Playa Del Carmen or wherever you feel like going, you'll be coming back to a place that really felt like home! We were able to make breakfast in the kitchen and there was plenty of fresh water. Again, can't recommend this property enough!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A Stay in Paradise

I arrived in Puerta Aventura and found the most perfect condo in Villas Del Mar. I had hoped this would be a good location and it far exceeded my expectations. The unit is on the second floor with beautiful marble floors and the view from the living room and balcony is superb. The huge swimming pool is beautiful and the beach is sugar white sand with palapas, chairs and lounges. The Omni Hotel is right next door as well as the town center. Everything is within walking distance, including dolphin encounters, restaurants, shopping, excursions, diving, and fishing. You really don't need a car. But what makes this perfect is the beautiful condo and the quiet of this gated community where you feel safe and can walk to the town center or the private beach at night. And the Dugas' have been wonderful to work with. I will definitely return for a longer stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Lois, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. This property is new for us and we too are so excited about this place. We have put a lot of effort into painting and updating the condo. We think it is beautiful. I am glad you liked it! The landscaped grounds, pool and private beach make this place so beautiful and special. I agree with you that the location makes this place like no other. Everything that Puerto Aventuras has to offer is practically right at your door. We are also, enjoying the fact that Puerto Aventuras is in the heart of the Riviera Maya and is perfect for accessing all that the Riviera Maya has to offer. I will look forward to having you stay again. You were a wonderful guest. Sincerely, Ken
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronna B.

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

We loved Puerto Aventuras

We spent ten nights in this great condo. Cool ocean breezes and beautiful sunrises greeted us. The condo is well-located, just a short walk from the beach and pools - and close to parking to bring up luggage and groceries. It's also in a quiet spot (I've stayed in two other units, and this one is relatively quiet). We found the condo very comfortable and well-equipped. All of the appliances worked well. We cooked most meals and had everything we needed. We had minor internet issues, but we expected that. The living room is particularly great, with a comfy sofa and two super-cushy recliners. We ate all but one meal outside on the balcony, which was a real treat. We appreciated the half bath, so that we didn't have to risk waking anyone sleeping in the bedrooms. And the bath and beach towels were plentiful and of good quality. Future guests may want to know that the master bedroom mattress is firm. Communication with the owner was easy. He was very responsive and helpful. We had one minor issue, which the local property manager resolved within 15 minutes. Also, for future guests, be sure to try Mamalona's burger joint just outside the PA gates next to the gas station. Not a great location, but better food than we had at any of the restaurants on the marina. We ate there three times and had consistently great food and service. The burgers and onion rings were so good that I'd be recommending them if we had a Mamalona's in Chicago. The whole family had an amazing time and we look forward to returning to PA.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Ronna, I am so glad to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! Thank you for the nice review. I hope you will stay with us again soon. We would love to have you stay with us again. You are the second person who said how much they liked Mamalona's. I will have to try it next time we are there. Thanks again, Ken
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Perfect vacation

My family loved this condo and this location. It was a perfect vacation for our family of five. Our three daughters, ages 12, 10, and 8 enjoyed the pool and the beach. The restaurants just outside of Villa Del Mar were great, the Farmers Market (available on Saturday and Wednesday) was wonderful. This was our first time staying at a condo in Mexico and not an all-inclusive resort. I am not sure I will want to do all-inclusive ever again. The condo gave us so much more space than just a room at a resort, having the washer and dryer and our own kitchen was so nice. Most mornings we ate breakfast in the condo and usually lunch at the condo too. Having the Weber grill was a plus! My husband grilled our lunch and could wave to us at the pool from the balcony when it was ready. We took a day trip to hike in Tulum and we also swam with the turtles in Akumal. There were also so many nice families also vacationing at Villas Del Mar. We had been worried that our girls might be bored at the condo versus an all-inclusive, that was not the case at all. We walked the beach most every morning and the weather was perfect our entire vacation. This condo is well-equipped, there was not one thing that I wished the condo had, the kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our meals and there were coolers to use for taking drinks to the pool/beach. We went out for dinner most evenings and also made quite a few trips to the gelato shops! All of the food was excellent, in my opinion, much better than the food at an all-inclusive. I plan on returning to this condo and to Villas Del Mar in Puerto Aventuras. The listing is accurate; the property is clean and well-maintained. Ken was very responsive to any questions we had. Ken, thank you for sharing your condo with our family! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Jessica, I am so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay at my home. We too used to always stay at all-inclusive resorts. We liked them very much but I agree with you that they cannot compare to our condo and the location. Located right next door to the Marina, restaurants, shops, dolphin Lagoon, golf and tennis makes it like the best of all worlds and it comes with the beautiful pools and beach! We have had the condo less than two years and we are so pleased with it. There are many places you can choose to stay in the Riviera Maya. Denise and I thank you very much for choosing to stay at our home. Please let us know if you have any suggestions for us. We are always working on making our home the best place for our guests to stay. We try to develop relationships with our renters and want them to feel like our condo can be like their private vacation home as well. That's why we try to listen to our renters. We did not buy this for a rental property. We bought it as our dream Caribbean home. That is why we love to have repeat renters who we get to know and can trust to take care of our home. You and your family would be welcomed back any time. We thank you for your stay and hope to have you back again soon! Sincerely, Ken
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Luann S.

Best Beach Location in Puerto Aventuras

This is our second visit to Puerto Aventuras and our first stay in the Villas Del Mar (Unit D-205). Our neighbors had stayed in the Villas last year and told us how great they were, so we searched out a place when we knew we were going to visit this January. The unit didn't disappoint! The condo has a great view of the center pool area, as well as the beach. Ken (the condo owner) is wonderful to work with, and the condo manager (Gabriella) is right on sight and was very accommodating. The condo kitchen is well stocked with about anything you'd need. The condo has three new TV's, including a Smart TV in the living room and master bedroom. Ken has provided coolers, lounge chair padding, boogie boards, and many other beach items to enjoy during the stay. The Villas Del Mar definitely have the best location on the Puerto Aventuras beach, with white silky sand and a shallow area clear of most rocks, which gets you out to the deeper swim area. There you will find fantastic snorkeling, but the water is so clear, you can just stand there and see all of the beautiful fish. The Omni Hotel is right next to the Villas, and they have a fun swim-up bar with water jets behind the tables. It's a great way to end a day on the beach. Puerto Aventuras has a lot to offer, including a good variety of restaurants. We love Massimo (great fresh fish and Italian food) and Lattitude 20 (also has great fresh fish, lobster and BBQ), where many of the "local" ex-Pats hang out, which adds to the fun. Ken has a notebook that outlines all of the restaurants and activities in PA and surrounding areas. There is definitely a lot to do on the Riviera Maya. PA is a gated community, so it feels very safe to walk around and explore day or night. We use to go to Playa del Carmen, but it has gotten so crowded and commercialized, we now call Puerto Aventuras of favorite destination. We highly recommend PA and Ken's condo at Villas del Mar.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Luann, I am so thankful for your wonderful review! I am pleased you enjoyed your stay at our vacation home. We purchased the condo a little over a year ago and have done much work on it to make it our own. I am glad it met your needs and expectations. Denise and I feel the same way that you do about it being the best beach in Puerto Aventuras. We also think that PA is the best location to be in the entire Riviera Maya. There is so much to do around there. We are blessed to be able to share our home with guest such as yourself. We would like you to feel like our condo is also your vacation home and will return many times. Thanks again, Ken
Archival

8/10 Good

Mary R.

Very nice stay in Villa Del Mar!

We just returned from an 8-day vacation in Villa Del Mar. The condo is well appointed, the grounds are beautifully landscaped and maintained, the pool and beach are lovely and the condo is located within a few minutes walk to the Town Square which has several good restaurants and shops. Beach chairs and loungers around the pool and on the beach were always plentiful, and the snorkeling, especially out past the breaker wall and towards the Omni hotel to the north, was decent (although you'll find more a larger abundance and variety of sea life other places in Mexico). The condo itself had a great view of the pool (we spent many early evenings just sitting on the balcony enjoying the ocean breezes), was well laid out, with a convenient third bathroom and washer/dryer and it was great having coolers and towels provided to take to the beach. We did encounter several minor things that, well not earth shattering, did impact our impression of the unit: 1) The guest bathroom shower did not drain well - it filled up within seconds of turning the water on and you ended up showering in ankle deep soapy water. This didn't happen in the master bedroom shower, so we're wondering if it's something that can be fixed. 2) There was no hair dryer in the guest bathroom. For the $20 it would cost, it would be a nice convenience for your renters so that a single hair dryer doesn't have to be passed between the two bathrooms. 3) We used the kitchen several times, mostly for breakfast. We found several dirty utensils in the drawers by the refrigerator when looking for a whisk, including two pairs of scissors that were kind of disgusting. Also, having a roll or two of paper towel would have been nice (most VRBO properties we've stayed at provide at least one roll initially). 4) There were no paved walkways all the way to the pool or the beach. While not a big deal for most, it does make it more challenging for people using canes, crutches or walkers. One of our party had just had knee replacement surgery and the uneven grassy expanse that you have to cross to get to the pool was challenging. 4) The directions and informational sheets that Ken sent us in advance of our stay need updating. Information regarding the WiFi access was inaccurate, and the blue passes that were referenced in the info (needed for pool and beach access) apparently don't exist because we didn't get them. Other than that, it was a lovely place to stay and we'd rent again. Thanks Ken!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
Mary, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. You are the first 4 star review we have ever received. We have always had 5 star reviews. I want to thank you for the valuable information you shared and your input! I have already instructed my property manager to purchase another hair dryer for the second bedroom. That was a very good suggestion. I will also have maintenance fix the slow drain problem in the second bathroom shower. Thank you for letting me know about this. A roll of paper towels should have been provided for you in the kitchen and all utensils should be clean. Will address this with the cleaning service. This condo, to us, is not a "rental property" It is our dream vacation home so we try to make sure everything is perfect in the unit. Your feedback will allow me to make sure it stays in top condition. and will provide an excellent experience for all our renters. The router needed to be reset and so I will update the information sheet that I send out to my guests. We will work hard to get that 5 star review from you next time! I am glad you enjoyed your stay. We think it is a very special place. I thank you for sharing your concerns with me and am glad you said you would rent with us again. Hope to have you back again soon! Thank you for choosing to stay at our lovely home.

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Dugas

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My wife and I have 3 children and 2 grandchildren. We are business owners with Paramedic and Nursing backgrounds. We love to travel and have always had a dream of owning a place in the Caribbean. In 2014, our dream came true and we feel so blessed to have this place and to be able to share it with othersl

Why they chose this property

We really were looking for a 3 bedroom unit when we came across Villas del Mar D-205. We actually gave up a bedroom and paid more for this condo because we could not pass up buying at this location. The beach and the Caribbean is what we want when we travel. Villas del Mar, in our opinion, had the best beach location in all of Puerto Aventuras! Speaking of Puerto Aventuras, what a perfect place to be in the Riviera Maya! It is the perfect balance between resort and community and has everything you need right there. The gated community is very safe and the additional gate and security in Villas del Mar is so comforting. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. People from all over the world travel to Cancun. However, once in Cancun they book excursions such as nature parks, diving, fishing, seeing the ruins etc. All of these activities are close to Puerto Aventuras! This is the place to be.

What makes this property unique

There are only so many homes with views like this in the world! The pools, beach, palm trees and Caribbean are beautiful. Did I mention location? Couldn't be better!

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