Stone Tree Little Ceynot - Pueblo Tulum in Tulum

This romantic private home is enclosed in a high walled garden with many trees and tropical plants and a sit-float pool with a waterfall.  It is centrally located in Tulum Pueblo, in the original Maya neighborhood, a land the Chan Santa Cruz Maya have inhabited for centuries.  The Pueblo is separated from the lovely white sand beaches and ruins of Tulum  by two miles of dense jungle and the house is located a block from where the jungle begins.  It is an easy 7 minute drive to the beaches by car or taxi.  Be local or tourist as you like in this culturally rich and friendly village.  It is 5 blocks walk to Town Plaza, restaurants, shops, bank etc.  Houses have wifi internet access, fans throughout and all bedrooms in main house and each cottage unit have air conditioners.

There are 2 houses on the property.  The Main House and a Cottage.  The Cottage has 2 separate units; one ground floor and one on the 2nd floor.  Each Cottage Unit is a studio room with a full service kitchen in the room.  Occupancy 2 or possibly 3; (2 adults and a child) in each unit, lower floor unit and upper unit; each a studio room with a full service kitchen and bathroom.

The Main House has 3 bedrooms; 1 downstairs and 2 upstairs.  The upstairs bedrooms each have large terraces overlooking the garden below.  It has a full service kitchen, 2 bathrooms; 1 upstairs and 1-downstairs, a Living/Dining Room combined.  The Living/Dining room has 2 single beds that can be used separately or placed together to form a King bed.  There is 1 Bedroom on the 1st Floor with a Double and a Single Bed.  The 1st Floor can be rented only if you are 4 or 5 people (see Rates for this option), or you can rent the entire house including the upstairs bedrooms and terrazas and bathroom.  Upstairs is a small room separating the bedrooms and bathroom with a small refrigerator.  If you are 5-8 people, you will need to rent the entire house.  There is an outside covered stairway leading to the 2nd floor.  There is another outside stairway leading to one of the upstairs terrazas and bedrooms.  Rates for entire house are listed below. 

Both houses have roof terraces for star gazing.  There is an outside shower for removing sand after beach excursions and before entering pool.  The pool is shared by all guests.  The Main House has a small private garden area with Barbeque.  Hammocks provided. This property is as safe and private as they come and lends itself to large groups, singles and honeymoon couples. Guests come from various countries. The calendar on this website does not facilitate which house or unit is available on any given night so it is only marked unavailable when all units are reserved for a specific night. You need to inquire as to availability.

The houses are very private from one another in this garden of joy. The small pool and front garden area are shared by all guests.  There are many restaurants, small stores and markets 5 blocks walk from the house, banks, internet cafes etc.
This is one of the first houses with bathrooms in Tulum when I started building in 1985.   Local Maya continue to do the work on it.   Hurricane Roxanne destroyed both houses down to the floors about 13 years ago. I rebuilt them of solid stone like "the 3 pigs" said the neighbors! They were all wood and vine and thatch originally. Now they are built of solid stone with fine local hardwood doors and windows.  The style of the houses, well I call it accidental architecture. I do make plans but it never seems to turn out that way but even better than I imagined. For me, they have everything I need for comforts of home and not too much. A great place to bring a group of friends and family for reunions/weddings or just to enjoy the unique privacy of a home in a Maya village in Mexico. Tulum is growing fast in all directions but my neighborhood is protected and has not changed too much. Once you enter the high walls of this preserved tropical garden, you are in your own world and this is great for children also.
The advantages of staying in the village as opposed to the beaches are many. Prices for everything are half or less in the town and there is a wider selection of restaurants, etc. It is much safer and no sand in the beds, 24 hour electricity (beach resorts have generators and/or solar). You can enjoy interacting with the locals and not only be with other tourists. Both houses have very high ceilings, thick stone walls, large trees shading and fans throughout. This creates a very cool atmosphere indoors and out.  The pool is a lovely spot to sink into after excursions or to just plain chill out with a cold drink and children love it of course. It is not a swimming pool but adults can float in it and it has built in seating under water; very safe for children and nice to dip into before bed or after excursions.
 House cleaning is done after every 3rd night w/bed and towel changes unless you wish more often for an extra charge.
Other services: We offer guests the following other services not included in rental cost: Pre-travel shopping and meal prepared for arrival. Wi-Fi and Cell phone rentals. Babysitting and Laundry. In house meal prepared, served and clean up after. Daily maid service.
Testimonials:
     Tulum feels alive. So many good restaurants, very cheap. Delicious sweet pineapples, $4.usd at home�here $1.50 or less. Incredible! We also found our way to the pastry shop and ended up trying one of almost everything. I guess it wasn't a good idea to go there after diving all day but we certainly enjoyed our dessert brownies and pastries the next morning, by the pool, were quite a treat. We ate at several of the places you mentioned and also discovered a couple on our own. The food was inexpensive and quite tasty and the casual atmosphere (shorts, tshirt, barefoot accepted) sure made it easy to go anywhere for a great meal.  Tulum is bursting with color! The beaches were beautiful and it seemed as if everything was in bloom -- so unlike things in Indiana. We spent a day a Tankah Caleta and it was truly one of the most relaxing days of my life. We got there fairly early in the morning so we had the place to ourselves until early afternoon. It was so nice having a week where I only had to worry about finding a shady palm tree to lay under; one that would provide plenty of sun for an afternoon nap. It was a
fantastic vacation! I'm really glad I did the web search and found your house. The house is beautiful and so very comfortable. It is easy to relax and wind down. Lots of wonderful memories and time well spent with my family. Peg Main House
     This was our first trip to Tulum and we feel really lucky to have found your place. Your insights & advice about the great spots & not so great ones was a huge help in making this a great experience. We absolutely love your place and everything you have done with it.
Rita & Peter Main House
     We were starting to fanaticize that we would never have to leave. We could live here easy. Everything we need is close by. The townspeople are so kind and beautiful. There is so much here to do and see and be. Thank you Donna for being our host. Do you rent by the year? Tira & Patrick Cot. March 2005
We enjoyed your lovely house. The courtyard and gardens are perfect. We spent hours here. The beaches are the prettiest we�ve ever seen�.Kathleen & family, Main House
     Heartfelt thanks for sharing your little piece of paradise. The garden and sitting pool provided a peaceful reprieve. We had so much fun going out to eat and dancing at the local bars and restaurants. Thanks so much for the good tips and helpful information. I only wish that we could stay longer. Dan and Patricia-Cottage
     What a fantastic house. Our 4 Yr. Old spent the first 2 days in the pool. Binda & Richard, Main House
     The Casa was mucho bonita. We love the cat and will miss her. Our time in Tulum has been magic. Thank you. Jason, Lauren Daniel & Hart, Main House
Thanks so much for your hospitality and providing this wonderful house. Masumi is especially thankful for your advice on how to cure her poison tree infection with the natural antidote ; the tree bark your friends found for her. We enjoyed the shady garden with your beautiful landscaping and I enjoyed every moment to talk to you. Thanks.
Jergen & Masumi, Main House May 2005
     We returned Tuesday after almost three weeks in Mexico. We had a great time exploring the Yucatan, and our stay at your house was wonderful. After living in very close quarters for most of the trip, the whole family really enjoyed being able to spread out a bit. Our 15 year old daughter loved the loft bedroom and pronounced the bed up there as the most comfortable on our trip. Our 10 year old son quickily made friends with the cat and he was fascinated by the cenote. I spent a lot of time reading in the courtyard and enjoying your lovely garden. The fountain is the perfect touch. We loved Tulum and found the beaches to be the most beautiful of the many we visited on this trip. We really enjoyed exploring the town, and especially enjoyed the lively atmosphere on Saturday night. Thank you for sharing your lovely house with us. We hope to visit again someday. Best Regards, Kathleen"(Family of 4-Main House
     We very much enjoyed staying in Tulum and I would rent your house again. I liked being in town, a real town. I think it was very good first experience for my niece...authentic Mexican rather than mega-resort. Complete with Mama Pig and 6 piglets on one back street...It was wonderful, went too fast, and I'm ready to go back. I'm an ESL teacher and it definitely rekindled my desire to teach in Mexico.
Gracias para la casa! Lynn"

All kitchens have what you need to do your own cooking.   All units have coffee makers, blenders and sufficient cooking utensils.  provided.  Special services are provided by my manager, Soco, a multi-talented, grandmother.  He cooking is wonderful.  She also will babysit at home or with you on excursions.  Guest love her and so do their children!  She will do pre-travel shopping and cooking for you if desired and do your laundry and arrange for daily cleaning if desired.

Cleaning included:  Maid service; make beds and clean house after 3rd night.    All sheets and towels are 100% cotton

Beds:  Kings, queens and singles and 1 Fold down couch to make a single

Entertainment:  Cable TV w/many channels,

Communication:  Wifi access.  Cell phones for guest use require total refundable deposit of $75.00 each.

Activities There are many and if you stay at Stone Tree, I will give you a list of my special discoveries and you will find new ones! The beaches in Mexico are all public 20 meters from the shore, so access is not a problem. If there is a resort on them you may need to pay a dollar if you wish to use a beach chair or cabana on a resort beach. Buy a drink or a dinner and they will be well pleased by your visit. I love going to the beach and coming home to 24 hour electricity, no sand in my bed or on my floor and the rooster crowing to wake me up next door; my frig. etc., a home and a place to rest from the immense energy of the sea and sand and to enjoy the community
of the village. I like seeing the variety of flora and fauna in the garden and village that thrive in the less intense atmosphere. Ceynots dot the area all around Tulum and there are many to explore; a must do. The cool crystal clear fresh water is lovely for swimming, snorkeling or cave driving. T. Maya Ruin sites are also abundant. To name a few; Tulum (5 min.), Coba (30 min drive, Xhel Ha( 20 min.), Chitzen Itza (1 Hr.) Fishing and boat trips for snorkeling on the reef. Guided trips can be arranged by tour guides if you choose. Chetumal has a terrific museum and many more ruin sites (2.5 Hr.) More to do there also. I continue to find the newly discovered ruins and ceynots after 20 years. Come! You will not be disappointed and if you choose my place to stay. We welcome you and put forth our best efforts to share with you and make your stay one in keeping with the comfort level we enjoy and to share with you this place with respect for those who are natives to the area.

Year 2009 Reduced Rates

Rates per Week USD.  Minimum 3 nights.   G = Guests

May-Oct: Main House-$1190/wk (6-8 G), 1st Flr- $735/wk (2-4G), Cottage $420/wk(2G)

Nov-Dec 18: Main House-$1400./wk (6-8 G.), 1st Flr- $825/wk(2-4G), Cottage $455/wk(2G)

Dec 19-Jan 5:Main House-$1960/wk(6-8 G), $1960/wk(2-4G) Cottage$770/wk(2G

Jan 6-Apr 30:Main House-$1470/wk(6-8G). 1st Flr-$980/wk(2-4G) Cottage $525/wk(2G)

Cottage Rates are for each Cottage Unit.

$20./Night for Extra Person

3 Night Minimum Stay