Balam Ek is a beautiful oceanfront home on the caribbean in Akumal

Villa Balam Ek:
is an ocean-front, private home located ½ Mile from central Akumal.
This beautiful house is designed taking advantage of the Caribbean breeze and the view to the ocean from every room in the house. There are simple and elegant Mexican decorations in every detail of this villa.   The patio leads out to a ocean and snorkeling access into Half Moon Bay.  

The beautiful small round pool is seating in a large tiled deck where the panoramic view invites you to relaxation with the drink of your predilection in reclining chairs.

In the upper floor is the master bedroom with a king size bed, a large dresser closet and a full bathroom. There is a balcony in the master bedroom with panoramic view of the Caribbean. There is also a small bedroom with a single bed and private balcony next to the Master bedroom.

The second bedroom upstairs it have two queen size beds and one single bed, also this bedroom has full bathroom and a large window looking out to the ocean.

Down stairs is the third bedroom with a king size bed, it has a
large sliding glass door that leads out to a private terrace surrounded by plants and the beautiful ocean view.  All Main house bedrooms, has ceiling fans and air conditioning.

Living room: The living room down stairs has spacious area, very comfortable and relaxing, with concrete embedded furniture, details in wood and colorful Mexican style cushions; There is a  TV/DVD, videos, Music CD´s, satellite TV. also a radio-stereo with CD Player, and speakers for Ipod. (bring your own Ipod)

Dining room: The dining room has a big wooden table with six chairs which are upholstered in a colorful fabric.

The Kitchen: is decorated with a Mexican style beige and blue colored Talavera tile. It's fully equipped including, refrigerator, stove, microwave, toaster, blender, coffeemaker; in the pantry you can find all the utensils, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, casserole baskets for bread and tortillas, purified bottle of water, cooler, candles, lighter, etc.

In the large terrace there is also a Grill, if you wish you can have your own meal prepared at home. (Cook is extra, the housekeeper is also the cook).

This beautiful vacation home also have an attached two story studio, this guest house has a beautiful delicate decorated; upstairs is the bedroom with a king size bed, closet, full bathroom with a Jacuzzi, and large balcony with hammocks and chairs to enjoy the great view of the coconut trees and the turquoise water of the Caribbean sea. Downstairs is the living and dining area with complete kitchen, stove, refrigerator and  utensils.  There is also a terrace with Chaise lounges and chairs for a sunbathing. This is perfect for a couple. 

Maximum occupancy number of guests is 12
·Main house 3 and 1/2 Bedroom (2 king size beds 2 Queen size beds, 2 single beds)

·Studio 1 bedroom (1 king size bed )

Amenities:
· Air conditioning in bedrooms (main house only)
· Ceiling fan in all bedrooms, living & dining area, kitchen. 
· Table fans.
· CD Player
. Ipod speakers
. CD´s
· TV/VCR/DVD and satellite
. Internet access (bring your own Laptop)
· Books.
· Pool.
· Ocean view.
· Maid service 6 days a week.
· Fully Equipped furniture kitchen.
· All linens and towels furnished. 
. Hair dryer
· Security box for your valuable
. Portable Crib
. High chair
. Purified bottle of water
. 3 Kayaks (2 doubles, 1 single)
. Cook available upon request  (Extra cost)
. Massage available upon request

Diving:
Open water, cenote, cave and cavern diving excursions and tours throughout the Riviera and Dive trips can be arranged through “The Akumal Dive Shop”, You also can have dive package included with the rental of the house and great discounts.

Go for a Bike Ride
Because Akumal is a small place, renting a bike is a good idea and is a great relief from long walks in the heat and definitely good fun. There is a dirt road next to the new high way, where you can reach by bike the different sites of interest, Aktun-chen, xelha, Xpu-Ha, or just ride as a method of transportation within Akumal two and Yalku lagoon.

Jungle walk:
The caribbean sea is an obvious attractions for those seeking the warm, invigorating water and relaxation under the sun. There is more to see and do, this area open the door to new adventures in to the jungle where you learn more about our marvelous flora and fauna. The wonders of the wilderness unfold while taking a walk.   You can take a trail with colorful species of tropical birds fly through forests of towering trees, Mayan Ruins and cenotes in the
heart of the exotic jungle you can see.

Sport Fishing & Diving are available at the Dive Shop, which has great guides fishing tours with all the equipment, and excellent guides and you can go  with your family, and after the catch of the day you could take it to the nearest restaurant and have them cook it for you.  Is the best!

Yoga
Breathing, stretching, alignment and relaxation techniques. We also have Yoga class in Akumal everyday, morning or afternoons, great teachers from all over the world. Check the schedule in the information folder in the house. 

Restaurants and night events.
Akumal offers excellent variety of restaurants with local and international specialities, Mexican, Italian, seafood, etc.  At LOL HA Restaurant, Enjoy dance shows with your dinner, wednesday is flamenco night, Mondays the Playa Cultural Dance Group performs regional Mexican dancing and Fridays Jazz and Blues live band.

Also at the Akumal Stage there are great presentations, live music with national and international bands, theather groups, dance group and much more. Not to be missed!!! 

Everything is close at hand and easy to get to. Most of the attractions and ancient archaeological sites are less than an hour from Akumal. Tulum 27Km. And Muyil 37 South of Akumal, Coba located 42kM. northwest of Tulum. Along the high way 307 you can find most of the site of interest: Cenotes (sinkholes), lagoons, beaches, Theme parks like Xcaret, Xelha, Aktun-Chen cave, jungle, Biosphere reserve and more….

Rates 2009 Main House

August 21 - November 20.           $2500*
November 21 - November 27.      $3500*
November 28 - December 17       $2500*
December 18 - January 2, 2010.  $8000 (Including guest house)
*Note:  Add $500 for the guest house

Rates 2010 Main House
January 3 – April 23                     $3500*
April 24 - August 27                     $3000*
August 28 - November 19            $2500*
November 20 - November 27       $3500*
November 28 - December 17       $3500*
December 18 - January 2, 2011   $8000 (Including guest house)
*Note:  Add $500 for the guest house