House in Playa del Carmen, QROO

PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL

PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL

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Casa Alma:  Caribbean View from Solarium showing Beach 200 yards away
Casa Alma's Pool at night
Casa Alma:  Caribbean View from Solarium showing Beach
Casa Alma: Carribbean View from Studio Terrace
Casa Alma: King bed in self-contained Studio.

Overview of PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL

5 out of 5 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 123350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Playa del Carmen, QROO
  • Popular LocationPlaya del Carmen Maritime Terminal9 min walk
  • Popular LocationQuinta Avenida9 min walk
  • Popular LocationPlaya del Carmen Main Beach12 min walk
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)47 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL

INCLUDES:
(1) WELCOME FOOD & DRINKS TO START YOU OFF FOR MIN. 7 NIGHT STAYS
(2) 2 MINUTES WALK TO BEACH!
(3) DAILY HOUSEKEEPING! (6 DAYS/WEEK) BY OWN STAFF.
(4) FREE BOTTLED DRINKING WATER!
(5) FREE PAPER PRODUCTS: T.P., KLEENEX, KITCHEN ROLLS. WITH REPLENISHMENT FOR 1 WEEK AND MORE STAYS.
(6) DISCOUNTS FOR STAYS OVER 7 NIGHTS
(7) CHEF AVAILABLE

Casa Alma is perfectly located In the exclusive Gated Community of Playacar Phase 1 within 200 yards of the beach and close to "La Quinta" (5th Avenue) with it's Restaurants, Bars, Coffee Shops and Boutiques galore!

Whether you seek relaxation or action, Casa Alma will serve as your haven or springboard! The route to town is via pretty Mayan Ruins (see our video taken by “drone” of our location) and takes only 10 minutes to walk. We can accommodate 10-12 people in 5 Bedrooms, all with luxury en-suite Bathrooms, plus a full-size day-bed for the extra guest. Come, chill and be pampered!

Casa Alma's minimalist architectural style and decor is simple and calming; no fuss. But the villa is loaded in a different way; with spaces inside and out to provide alternative places to chill out when sunbathing on the Solarium, reading a book on one of the terraces, watching a movie or gathering around the central kitchen table to play and eat! And the bedrooms with their en-suite bathrooms are super-luxurious, fully equipped and softened with lovely towels and shampoos/liquid soaps. Bottled water is provided and a Welcome Package of kitchen essentials to get you started.

Casa Alma’s Highlights:
1) Location in the private gated, beachside community of Playacar Phase 1, conveniently situated yet in a quiet location away from the hustle and bustle.
2) Personal Service and Pampering! We are unique in Playacar Phase 1 in that we do not use a property manager or agency staff. We manage the property directly and provide a "Concierge" style service that's there only when you want help or advice. Our housekeeper, Sara, has been with us for over 15 years and is part of the family; and is completely honest and trustworthy. Sara provides maid service, 6 days/week for your carefree relaxing stay. She keeps the whole house and terraces completely clean and ensures that supplies of towels, paper products, fresh drinking water, etc., are all available. We also have a pool-cleaning service.

You will be welcomed at the villa and shown around by me, the Owner or my experienced representative and have the opportunity to ask your initial questions. During your stay, you will have access to me via text and we will be available to come to deal with anything that arises. For one-week stays and over, we provide essential groceries for your arrival but, if you wish (at net cost), we can provide your groceries to order for your arrival. Chef services are also available on request.
3) Spectacular Caribbean Sea views from the First Floor, Studio and Solarium.
4) Private lap pool: with terrace on the Ground Floor.
5) Accommodation: Spacious Family Room on the Ground Floor with super fully-equipped modern Kitchen, Bar, Dining and Lounge with TV. Separate TV salon on the First Floor. External terraces on the First, Second and Solarium levels. And just outside, al fresco dining for up to 12.
6) 5 Bedrooms, all en-suite: for a maximum of 10 adults. At a pinch, an extra person can use the full-size single, day-bed in the 1st Floor TV salon. And infants can share their parents' bedroom in their travel-cots.
7) Luxury Specifications: Casa Alma is the 4th house built in Playacar Phase 1 by the Owner, to the highest specifications. From the luxury mattresses and bed linens, fitted closets, clean high-ceiling spaces all in a beautiful neutral colour scheme to complement the ultra-modern, design. Marble floors grace the interiors, throughout and protection is provided by hurricane resistant windows and all concrete construction.
8) Kitchen: Chef's Kitchen with gas oven, separate gas stove, electric oven and microwave and Silestone counters; built-in fitted cabinets with auto-closing drawers; dishwasher, every small electrical appliance, wine fridge. Drinking water on tap. The self-contained Studio also has it's own kitchenette.
9) Technical stuff: High speed WiFi (FIBRA-OPTIC) served by two separate dedicated modems, one on the Ground Floor, the other in the 2nd Floor Studio, for full-home coverage including terraces! The city water in Playa is very hard but we have a water-softening plant that serves the whole villa and a hot water circulating system to ensure immediate hot water everywhere. We have a/c units in all bedrooms and living areas, plus ceiling fans and all bathrooms have ceiling fans.

Neighbourhood overview:
We are very well located within a few minutes walk of Mayan Ruins, the ferry to Cozumel and Playa's town with it's famous "La Quinta", (Fifth Avenue), lovely Mexican artisanal stores and modern international designer stores, bars and restaurants galore! A short walk away is Starbucks and a delightful small French cafe, "Cafe Antoinette", where you can get breakfast omelettes, pastries, baguettes, great coffee etc. The community tennis court is also just a 5 minute walk away and access is free to residents in Casa Alma.

Getting around:
A car is not necessary here. Walking is an easy way to get around because of Casa Alma's convenient location, but if you want to explore, bikes or scooters are available to rent and taxis abound within a 5 minute walk or on-call. Car rental agencies are also plentiful in Playa if you need to get away for the day.

Local Attractions:
'Playa' as Playa del Carmen is known, locally, has almost unlimited attractions: something for everyone! You'll run out of time here before you run out of things to do - if that's your inclination. But you can also just 'be', chill out, relax and enjoy the villa's quiet spaces or the beach, so close to the villa. For the active, Playa's surroundings offer a multitude of attractions, activities and water sports galore! Don't miss our family's favourites: Xel-Ha, Xcaret and Xplor! A day spent in either of these nearby water-parks includes multiple activities plus great eating in excellent-quality restaurants for outstanding vacation memories.

For local Playa restaurants, don't miss our favourites for great food at reasonable prices: Carl Junior (walk-to), Don Mario's (walk-to), Lara & Luca (walk-to), Los Aguachiles (walk-to), Las Tapas (walk-to), Carboncitos (walk-to), and many others....plus the walk=to Ah Cacao Mayan chocolate coffee shop on La Quinta and 2nd Street, our local equivalent to Starbucks, of which there are also many; one within a 10 min walk of the villa. At the same distance there's also a Cafe Antoinette where espresso coffee, etc., and fresh baguettes, croissants and other delicious French fare is available.

If you like to fish, you can fish (early or late in the day) right off our local beach or for greater opportunities, local fishermen will pick you up on the beach near the villa, take you into the deep blue and bring you back with your next meal!

We could go on, but like to respond to specific questions that are more relevant to particular travellers' needs. So please ask! And please note that Casa Alma is not a typical rental property because we live here year-round and are available to guests' needs.
When Casa Alma is rented, we live locally, on hand to provide an information resource and are available for managing the property.

Property manager

DAVID BOWYER

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children under 5 may find the staircase daunting

Events

No events allowed
Check with Owner

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Strictly outside

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Check with Owner
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

This villa is located in Playacar, a neighborhood in Playa del Carmen, and is near theme parks and near the beach. Xcaret Eco Theme Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa del Carmen Main Beach and Maroma Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Xaman Ha Aviary and Cenote Chaak Tun. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 9 min walk
  • Quinta Avenida - 9 min walk
  • Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 12 min walk
  • Playacar Golf Club - 2 min drive
  • Mamitas Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carl’s jr Playa - 7 min walk
  • Senor Frog's - 9 min walk
  • Starbucks - 8 min walk
  • Los Aguachiles - 6 min walk
  • Lara & Luca - 9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is PLAYACAR 1. NEW LUXURY BEACH-SIDE VILLA. 5 EN-SUITE BEDROOMS. 10 PERSONS. POOL located?

This family-friendly Playa del Carmen villa is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Xaman Ha Aviary and Quinta Avenida. Playa del Carmen Main Beach is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Crae B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing stay!
I cannot recommend Casa Alma highly enough. The location is perfect in the beautiful and tranquil Phase 1 of Playacar. There is plenty of space and plenty of bathrooms! The daily housekeeping service is a huge plus for this property. The host, David is as good as hosts get. He personally met us at the property on check-in. He even supplied the house with enough food and drink to get us by for the first day, and provided fresh flower arrangements! If you are considering Casa Alma as your next holiday spot, BOOK IT NOW!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

5/5 Excellent

Bruce Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends Trip
A group of 7 people stayed in the House in March 2023, everyone liked the house, the house was very clean and well kept, the cleaning lady came each morning and cleaned the house. It was a block or so from the beach and within walking distance to 10th or 5th avenue. We would definitely stay here again. You won’t be disappointed
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

5/5 Excellent

Skylee S., Minneapolis, United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Fantastic Find!
Casa Alma was the perfect property for our three (!) families vacationing together. It was as though each family had their own hotel suite, yet we were all able to be and dine together in the living and dining areas on the main level. The kids loved the pool, which was best midday and for evening swims with the lights on. The teenagers loved laying out in the sun on the rooftop spaces, and the adults loved having their morning coffee on the balconies off each of the master bedrooms (there are two coffee pots in the house--necessities for our families!). Everyone benefitted from each room having its own bathroom--a luxury we don't even have at home! But it was certainly a welcome benefit with so many people together under one roof. The location was ideal for us--away from the party beaches closer to town, yet still walkable to tons of shopping and dining options. I also took an inexpensive cab ride to Walmart and grabbed tons of groceries and beach toys that we were able to use up during the week. The beach access was fantastic! We were grateful to have access to the Sunset Fishermen Beach Resort, but we all loved just being able to head down less than two blocks to a great sandy beach spot and jump into the water! The little kids were in love with the sand--it was the softest and finest sand they've ever played with, and had the consistency of kinetic sand when wet. We got boogie boards for the bigger kids and adults and the waves were just right for that. David was an incredible host. Highly communicative and caring. I had asked several questions prior to our arrival (such as transportation logistics) and he had wonderful suggestions ready for us to use. Bruno was also available to help us on-site, and he was quick to respond whenever we had a question or issue. But the (additional) unexpected luxury was having Sara come every day of our stay to tidy up the entire house and make every bed. WOW, she worked so very hard each day and truly made our stay feel like we were at a hotel! We also took advantage of Candy coming to cook with us one evening, also at David's recommendation, and that was such a fun experience and one of the most memorable meals of our trip. We felt so fortunate to find David's Casa Alma for our trip to Playa del Carmen and would not hesitate to come back! We highly recommend Casa Alma to anyone looking for a touch of hotel convenience, yet with more space (and bathrooms!).
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

5/5 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Senior Girls Spring Break
This was the perfect place for moms and daughters celebrating spring break!! The space, location, cook and housekeeping were all amazing. We had the perfect trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

5/5 Excellent

Tiffany M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and host!
What an amazing place to stay! The house was wonderful and fit our two families perfectly. The location was ideal as everything was just a quick stroll away. The addition of being able to use the club was really beneficial to us. David was an epic host !
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by DAVID BOWYER

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We are a British/Mexican couple enjoying a wonderful lifestyle, here in Playa, where we have lived, year-round, for the past 18 years, always in Playacar Phase 1; in seven different properties!

As the ex-patriot, my love of Mexico stems from my business days when I travelled to Mexico, from my base in Washington DC. In those days, I was fortunate to discover many parts of Mexico, especially, Quintana Roo and exotic Playa that offered so much contrast to life in the D.C. fast lane. So in 1998 I bought a condo at Fishermens' Village that became the place to chill whenever I could take a break. Six years later I moved here.

Casa Alma is dedicated to rental use so, these days, I'm here to ensure that our guests have a care-free vacation by maintaining the house in tip-top condition and to provide rapid responses and resolutions to any issues that arise and to provide any information or recommendations to help you achieve that.

From the time you arrive at the airport, we will be in touch by text or phone to be sure to coordinate your arrival. We'll greet you at Casa Alma, show you around and answer your initial questions. Thereafter, we are available, from a house nearby, to help with any questions or to deal promptly with any issue that might arise in response to your text or phone call. We look forward to meeting new guests and to introduce you to our beautiful Casa Alma!

Why they chose this property

Casa Alma is the 4th villa I've built in Playacar Phase 1, each time to live in ourselves. Along the way we've changed many things and the best elements are incorporated into Casa Alma, e.g. all-ensuite Bedrooms, terraces with Caribbean Sea views, Lap Pool, great kitchen and the floating staircase is unique! Also high speed WiFi via 2 modems served by fibre-optique cable. Softened water because the city-supplied water is very "hard" (high PH content). Constant hot water circulation to ensure that you don't have to wait for the hot water to reach the third level!

The villa is an excellent choice for a family vacation or for a large group of friends because of it's private spaces and luxury en-suite bedrooms. And it's location is perfect: just steps to the Beach (200 yards) and less than 10 minutes to Town! But maybe the best part of staying here is that our maid Sara, who has been working for us for 11 years, so is part of our family and is trustworthy, will take care of you during your stay by keeping the the villa spotless and making the beds, 6 days/week and ensure that supplies of towels, paper products, fresh drinking water, etc., are all available. So come and be pampered!

What makes this property unique

"Playa" is a fun place to be! It's all about the exotic, exciting Mexican way of life, at the pace that suits you. And there's something for everyone! We've been living here for 16 years and love the people, area, climate and lifestyle. Our location is privileged and so close to town. We treasure that above all. We've explored many towns and villages, beaches, water-sports, cenotes (a must see and do!), theme parks etc along the coast and towns and ruins inland. Come, let us point you in the right direction......

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