Xcalak Yucatan Vacation Rentals Presents Listing #43230

Casa Escondida

Villa w/ 2 Bedrooms - 1 Bathrooms - Sleeps 4

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Vacation Rental Description

You are invited to experience a vacation far from ordinary!  You know you want to.  No crowds, no  
merchandise hawkers, no traffic jams, no telephones, no cattle boat dive crowds at typical ocean  
resorts…. Only pristine tropical waters lapping the cool, sandy shore, beckoning you to relax in the  
water or on the deserted beaches.      Casa Escondida (Our Hideaway), located 8 km. (5 miles) north  
of the pueblo of Xcalak, on the Costa Maya,  invites you to indulge in that relaxed, private  
interlude you crave.  We, Tom and Judy Hagmann, live on the main floor and offer two spacious  
equipped villa apartments on the second floor where you can gaze in awe at spectacular ocean  
views.   Sunrise through drifting clouds or huge orange moonlight reflected on glistening oceans  
greet you in the morning and tuck you in at sunset.  Watch the sun set on the lagoon to the west  
from the third story and later, an endless sky filled with more stars than you ever dreamed  
possible.  Glimpse toucans flitting from tree to tree in the jungle in this sparsely developed  
corner of the Caribbean. 
 
THE VILLAS 
 
      We offer two apartments, a two bedroom and a one bedroom villa.  Comfy open living  
room/kitchen areas (each with sofa and love seat) overlook the ocean and open onto a covered  
oceanfront terrace.  Adjoining the living rooms are fully stocked kitchens with utensils and basics  
for your cooking and dining necessities.  Both units contain blenders, juicers, and coffee pots.   
Salt, pepper, cooking oil, and sugar are provided.  The dining areas have ample space with a table  
and four chairs. 
      Kitchens and bathrooms are supplied with purified water and purification drops for washing  
fresh fruit and vegetables or rinsing dishes and teeth.  Bathrooms have showers with hot/cold water  
drawn from the cistern that is filled with Mother Nature’s rainwater.   
     The bedrooms are generously sized and have large windows and closets.  Ceiling fans supplement  
the breezes and are located in all the rooms, including the oceanfront terrace.   
     An open spiral staircase leads from the gated front entrance to the second floor commons area  
where you will be able to snuggle up with books, videos, games, and information about the area.  Or  
pull in some chairs to play cards and board games or darts. 
 
The Leopard: 
     Named in honor of the elusive rare cats in our area, this one bedroom villa is decorated with a  
leopard theme.  The 22x16 ft. living room/kitchen is a relaxing haven with a sliding glass patio  
door opening onto a shaded oceanfront terrace cooled with continual breezes.   It is a wonderful  
spot to chill after a day in the sun.      
     A large, 12x15, bedroom faces the lagoon and has an equally wonderful view of the jungle.  The  
king sized bed can be separated into two singles if desired.   
     The 6x12 ft. bathroom with shower is to die for…not the ordinary tiny compartments of most  
hotels.  
The Tropicale:  
      This two bedroom/one bath villa occupies the upper, north side of our casa.  Its décor  
reflects our love of the sea and jungle.  Upon entering the apartment, your breath will be taken  
away by the ocean view through the octagonal windows of the dining area.  You will feel as if you  
are floating on the ocean in this living room/kitchen area (18x19 ft).   Lounge on the shaded  
oceanfront terrace or enjoy basking in the sun on the private terrace that spans the entire north  
side of the apartment. 
The master bedroom (15x9) provides queen sized comfort and a view of the ocean from your bed through  
the sliding glass door that leads to the terrace.  What a way to wake up!  Once you arise,  look to  
the west for a beautiful lagoon view from the large window.  Ocean and lagoon views while standing  
in one spot, what a treat while you dress. 
     A second bedroom (15x9) captures the joy of dolphins frolicking at the ocean’s edge.  This room  
sports two twin beds (that can be made into a king upon request).  The windows also face the lagoon   
jungle.    
     For more information, visit our website.  We prefer email to phone contact.

Vacation Rental Amenities

A wireless internet service is available 24/7 through our satellite dish.  We have Yahoo VOIP  
telephone service on a limited basis, or use your computer with a VOIP program and our dish. 
    Housekeeping is done daily.  Our caretakers, Manuel and Blanca, live on the premises and will  
graciously help with all you require, as will we. 
    You are welcome to use the barbeque grill, 2 kayaks, bikes, snorkel gear, an inflatable boat,  
and inflatable floats.   
    Blanca will gladly provide laundry and dishwashing service for a small fee. 
    Grocery trucks bring fresh fruit, vegetables, and various staples to our door 5 out of 7 days  
per week. 
    Security is a high priority with us.  We feel you will sleep well knowing that entry into your  
apartment is protected five ways.  An iron gated entrance is locked at night. At the top of the  
stairway is a commons door that is lockable.  Your apartment door is lockable.  Additionally, the  
watchful eyes of two intimidating dogs stay alert through the night.  Our caretaker checks on  
anything suspicious.   
     You are welcome to keep your valuables in our safe which is too heavy to be carted off.  We  
reside here most of the time and will be at your service. 
     The open staircase leads to a third floor roof which has a breathtaking 360 degree view of  
ocean, lagoon, and jungle and is available for private tanning or stargazing. 
     A thatched palapa (being constructed in 2008) will shelter you from too many rays. 
     Hammocks under the palms will sway you to sleep as you read a book and release the worries of  
the workaday world.

Activities and Attractions

Thirty steps from the casa to the ocean, and then excellent snorkeling begins 150 feet from our  
shore with a path leading the way.  You will encounter an abundance of sea life and numerous coral  
heads dotting the inside of the reef.   The barrier reef calms the ocean so the distance between the  
shore and the reef becomes a nursery for many fish and makes for stress free snorkeling and  
swimming. One hundred strokes and you are near the reef where shark, sea turtles, sting rays and  
other exciting marine life have been spotted.    
      Xcalak is not the touristy type of vacation.  If you need lots of entertainment and to be on  
the go constantly with traffic and shops, this may not be the spot for you. 
We want you to be aware of this before you arrive. 
    We offer  an alternative to the ordinary.  
     ~A walk on the beach to collect ancient Mayan pottery chards or discover ancient fishing  
weights washed ashore.  
     ~A snorkel among the coral maze to turn the corner and spy a sea turtle or barracuda eye to eye. 
     ~A swim in the shallows to see a huge sting ray nestled on the sand flats. 
     ~A stretch on the patio with a glass of wine to watch incredible sunsets and twinkling stars. 
     ~A paddle on the lagoon while watching for crocodile or tropical birds. 
 
Then, if you aren’t sated by doing nothing demanding, try these: 
 
~~~~Dine Out~~~~  
 In Xcalak and along the coast, wonderful gourmet restaurants feature local fare with seafood  
specialties or the American standards.  These include the Leaky Palapa, Caribe, Costa de Cocos,  
Mayan Grill, and Sandwood Villas (only 50 steps from our casa). 
 
~~~~Dive & Fish~~~~ 
There are two dive shops in our area:  Costa de Cocos and XTC Dive Center.  
Fishing trips can be arranged with Captain Victor Castro who is becoming internationally famous, as  
well as other fishermen and resorts. 
 
~~~~Tour by Land or Sea~~~~ 
Boat tours can be chartered to Bird Island, a winter gathering ground for flocks of birds. 
Day trip by boat to San Pedro on Ambergris Caye, Belize, to dive, snorkel or shop. 
Charter a boat to Hol Chan to snorkel in a famous cut in the reef where you will be sure to see  
nurse sharks, rays, turtles, lobsters, etc...  
Drive to Kohunlich (3 hours away) or to Chacchoben  (2 hours away) to explore these beautiful,  
quiet, majestic Mayan ruins. 
Bacalar Lagoon, a two hour drive (on the way to Kohunlich) is the most beautiful lagoon in the world  
and at the southern end is Cenote Azul.  Take a plunge off a two story platform into the azure blue  
water of the cenote and snorkel with gigantic tree roots. 
 
You can choose to be busy, or relax and forget the rest of the world.

Vacation Rental Rates

High season: 
January 8, 2009--April 2,2009 
April 19, 2009--April 30,2009        $125 USD double, per night, includes tax 
 
Low season: 
now to--December 13,2008              $95 USD double, per night, includes tax 
 
Holiday rate: 
April 3--April 18, 2009 
December 14, 2008--January 7, 2009     $140 USD double, per night, includes tax 
 
$20 additional per night for each extra person 
Minimum stay of 3 days during high season 
Minimum stay of 7 days during holidays 
Long term rates negotiable 
Prepayment of a 50% nonrefundable deposit is required to secure the reservation.