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Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge

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Welcome to Casa de Colores
The pool and palapas await you.
Best view in the house! These lounge chairs capture the ocean view perfectly.
Living area
Living area
Reviews
10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    PoolPool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Akumal, QROO
  • Popular LocationHalf Moon Bay1 min walk
  • Popular LocationYal-ku Lagoon7 min walk
  • Popular LocationAkumal Beach3 min drive
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

B1-Upstairs Blue

1 King Bed

B2-Upstairs Red

1 King Bed

B3-Downstairs Blue-Green

1 King Bed

B4-Downstairs Orange

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

B5-Casita Blue

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge

We can tell you about the beauty of our home and its surroundings in the lovely small village of Akumal, but as our guests attest, you really have to see it for yourself. The location is stunning and we have designed and maintained our home to meet your every need, no matter the occasion – family vacation, reunion, quiet getaway, bachelorette party or special birthday celebration. Up to 10 people can be comfortably accommodated.

Here’s what just a few of our guest reviewers had to say:

Spectacular house!: Casa de Colores was even better than we had anticipated. The view is gorgeous, the house spacious and comfortable. Gabby and Zulma are friendly and helpful and keep the house in great shape. We loved feeling the sea breeze blowing through the windows and relaxing by the pool. The nearby snorkeling was wonderful at Yal-Ku and only a 5 minute walk away. The people of Akumal were friendly and welcoming. My family and I plan to return in the years to come. -- April 2023

A perfect spot: The space was perfect for our get-together of three couples with small kids. Being right on the ocean - hearing it all night, having the views throughout the house, etc - is simply extraordinary. The beach isn't a swimming beach but it was fun to explore the rocks and the sea life with our little kids. In general, the house is very comfortable for families and the staff is extraordinarily accommodating. We expected a little more interaction with the team but they are reserved and we had our space - that was just fine for us. USA Transfers was a great option for roundtrip airport transportation ($199 USD for our group of 10 people). We loved that Shelly gave such detailed recommendations and in general felt the space very well equipped for the family-oriented experience we were seeking. -- March 2023

Exceptionnel: Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux, la villa est superbe, de grandes chambres avec sa propre salle bain ,une pièce à vivre très grande face à la mer, rien ne manquait. Tout est fait pour que l'on se sente chez soi. Gaby et zulma sont très discrets et toujours là pour nous donner un conseil.. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés. -- March 2023


Have you rented a vacation home and arrived to find that someone was going to get the bedroom that left a lot to be desired? Was it under the stairs, windowless, dark and maybe a little depressing? You won’t find that at Casa de Colores – all four bedrooms in the main house have en suite bathrooms and lovely views – whether of the Caribbean or our beautiful pool. The two master suites upstairs are perfect for two vacationing couples – both offer a full view and spacious bathroom because we designed our home for two couples to share equally. If you need a fifth bedroom, our adorable casita will fill the bill – this two-level charmer has its own kitchen, dining and living room and a circular staircase leads to the King bedroom and full bathroom above – with views of the Caribbean on both levels and a balcony overlooking the pool on the second floor.

We designed, built and furnished Casa de Colores in 2007, but our guests will find our home as fresh and beautiful today as when we opened. We want you to have the same wonderful experience we have every time we visit. Casa de Colores is as comfortable, convenient, safe and enjoyable as possible.

Casa’s ideal location on the northern edge of Half Moon Bay, facing the Caribbean, brings fresh breezes off the sea and provides perfect access to the Bay and its renowned snorkeling experience. From our terrace, watch a blue heron catch its dinner, or walk on the beach at the Bay to check out the turtle nests. Snorkel over the abundant coral reef with its lively array of colorful tropical fish or walk five minutes from Casa to the spectacular Yal Ku Lagoon and have the snorkeling experience of your lifetime.

Our pool is protected from the wind by its location on the non-Caribbean side and it’s also larger and somewhat deeper than most pools in the area. The expansive terrace offers plenty of comfortable lounging space and two palapas provide shade for the sun-averse.

Our property managers Monica Estrada and Juan Antonio Huerta will welcome you and assist with any/all questions you might have – they are available to advise or troubleshoot should the need arise. Long-time staff, Zulma and Gaby, keep Casa pristine inside and out. If you’d like meals cooked for you, we can recommend a chef service.

When you leave Casa de Colores and Akumal, our goal is that you love your visit and your experience as much as we do ours.

Please give us a call or email-- we can provide more information on our house, and help you arrange additional housing very close to Casa de Colores.

Keywords: House and Casita

Property manager

Shelly Rodrigues

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Akumal

Located in Akumal, this villa is near theme parks and by the ocean. Xel-Há Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Half Moon Bay and Akumal Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Akumal Ecological Center and El Toh Ecopark. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Akumal, QROO

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay - 1 min walk
  • Yal-ku Lagoon - 7 min walk
  • Akumal Beach - 3 min drive
  • Akumal Ecological Center - 4 min drive
  • Riviera Maya Golf Club - 9 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sports Bar Sirenis - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bayou Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Rancho Steak House Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mezcal Lobby Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mediterraneo - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Architecturally Distinguished Colorful Casa on Water's Edge located?

This family-friendly Akumal villa is located by the ocean, within 1 mi (2 km) of Half Moon Bay and Akumal Beach. Akumal Ecological Center and Yal-ku Lagoon are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
We stayed at Casa de Colores as a group of nine, age range from teens to seniors. The house and grounds are beautiful, and the information from Shelly is super helpful to plan your stay. Everyone had their own space and there was so much to do in the surrounding area, or just to stay at the house and relax!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular house!
Casa de colores was even better than we had anticipated. The view is gorgeous, the house spacious and comfortable. Gabby and Zulma are friendly and helpful and keep the house in great shape. We loved feeling the sea breeze blowing through the windows and relaxing by the pool. The nearby snorkeling was wonderful at Yal-Ku and only a 5 minute walk away. The people of Akumal were friendly and welcoming. My family and I plan to return in the years to come.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andres Alfonso O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location
The space was perfect for our get-together of three couples with small kids. Being right on the ocean - hearing it all night, having the views throughout the house, etc - is simply extraordinary. The beach isn't a swimming beach but it was fun to explore the rocks and the sea life with our little kids. In general, the house is very comfortable for families and the staff is extraordinarily accommodating. We expected a little more interaction with the team but they are reserved and we had our space - that was just fine for us. We ended up hiring a different chef than the one that was recommended and had out-of-this-world meals at a very affordable price. We appreciated being able to bring in our own service provider. USA Transfers was a great option for roundtrip airport transportation ($199 USD for our group of 10 people). We loved that Shelly gave such detailed recommendations and in general felt the space very well equipped for the family-oriented experience we were seeking.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crissie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location and house!
Neighborhood was cute - nice to walk to restaurants, stores, activities, etc. House was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our group of 10.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie-ange D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionnel
Nous avons passé un séjour merveilleux, la villa est superbe, de grandes chambres avec sa propre salle bain ,une pièce à vivre très grande face à la mer, rien ne manquait. Tout est fait pour que l'on se sente chez soi. Gaby et zulma sont très discrets et toujours là pour nous donner un conseil.. Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful vacation
We were so very happy with this property! Very clean and beautiful. All beds were comfortable, kitchen was well appointed, nice grill to use. We had plenty of beach towels, however it would have been nice to have more than one bath towel per guest to use. Having yal ku lagoon so close to snorkel in was enjoyable. We hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberli R., Surprise, AZ - United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation1
I have stayed at Casa de Colores before and it was wonderful then, and just as wonderful this time. The house is beautiful and the views are amazing. Every morning having coffee on the front porch and watching the sunrise is just the best. Our group of 6 adults had plenty of room, and each bedroom was relaxing and well appointed. I can't say enough about Gaby and Zulma, the housekeeper and groundskeeper...they are just the nicest people and so hard working. If we go back to Akumal, we will definitely be staying at this little piece of heaven!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Vacation
The house is located in the town of Akumal which is between Tulum and Playa Del Carmen. It’s a great location for activities. Akumal is a nice little town that has some great local restaurants and a nice beach area. The house was clean and the house cleaners were friendly and did a great job. We had 12 people and everyone had a fantastic time. The host was easy to communicate with and gave us great ideas and clear instructions along with a packet of information before we arrived. Would stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay all around
The location is perfect, right next to the Yal-Ku Lagoon, close to a few fantastic restaurants, but far enough away that you get some peace and quiet as well. The house was lovely, and provided the perfect home base for the family. The host and team accommodated us last second, and we're so happy that it worked out. Could not make enough positive comments about the entire team and experience at Casa de Colores.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place gpa wonderful stay.
Wonderful location and perfect place to unwind. Our group of seven had more than enough space for group meals as well as privacy when needed. Very private and the local bike and golf cart rentals made travel to town simple. Plenty of local wildlife to watch while on the porch or by the pool. Kitchen was well equipped for basic meals and snacks. Great communication with the staff and owners through the entire process. Will stay again if our full group goes back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My 50th birthday getaway
We were amazed when we first pulled up, the house looked bigger in person. Everything was to our liking, house match all the pictures online. The colors of the house are beautiful and the art work. We had a hard time figuring out how to hang the hammock, but Gabby (grounds keeper) was able to assist. Be prepared to have many iguana visitors, they’re the protectors of the property. From the description online the beach seemed much closer, stating 10-20 min walk. Not for us, so we rented a golf cart. Which was nice to drive around and see the town. Highly recommend the chef.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House
The house is just as it is listed. The sound of the ocean was phenomenal. The staff was very helpful and tentative. Shelly always responded immediately and provided alot of helpful information for our vacation. We had a great time. Thank you for providing a beautiful home for our vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberli R., Surprise, AZ - United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!
From the very moment I sent an email to the Shelly (the owner), I had an immediate response, and the excellent communication didn't stop. Shelly sent a very detailed brochure, which provides every detail about the house itself, as well as the town and area...and let me just say, the details are amazing! Each store/market/restaurant is summarized and even provides details on which ones don't take credit cards, so you are fully prepared. The house is exactly as described, although the pictures definitely don't do it the justice it deserves. The view of the ocean as soon as you enter the house is breathtaking! The kitchen is fully appointed with absolutely everything you could need. The pool is the perfect size, whether you want to swim laps, or just have a bunch of people floating around and enjoying the sun and drinks. Gaby and Zulma, the caretakers, show up every morning with smiles on their faces. They are so friendly and helpful...always there to help with questions or any needs we had. On Monday morning, when they arrived I mentioned that I was going to head to town to rent a golf cart for the week (really a must have for the town) and Gaby immediately called the owner of that company and arranged to have one delivered to us!! Hugo, one of the property managers, stopped by the house on Sunday (which was Easter, so definitely not something we expected), to say hello. He was very friendly and gave us more details about some of the places we were thinking about getting to while we were there. My daughters' 36th birthday was that Monday and Shelly ordered a birthday cake to be delivered from Turtle Bay Bakery. Such a special surprise and just such a sweet thing to do! The cake was delicious too! We used Chef Daveed's services for the birthday dinner and, once again, my expectations were FAR exceeded! Chef Marianela and her assistant Alejandro Ramirez cooked us the most delicious meal. Highly recommended!!! I can't say enough about the house itself, the property managers and Gaby and Zulma...then add how wonderful the town itself is, and you have a vacation in paradise!! One thing I did want to mention, the Yalku Lagoon is beautiful and within walking distance, however, be aware that wearing suntan lotion, of any kind, is prohibited. So, if you do go, just be aware of that fact and plan accordingly. We already have our next vacation there planned for December, and we can't wait to be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Most relaxing trip ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miranda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation at it’s finest
Casa de Colores was exactly what our friend group consisting of 7 middle aged adults in need of an escape from work and kids needed! While it took a little bit to locate the house, no fault of Shelly we settled in nicely. Working with Gavby to get all our needs for golf carts, Covid screening and any other requests made it feel quite special. The rooms are well laid out with enough space to spread out if wanted but also large enough to accommodate a sizable group. The pool is perfect with plenty of sunshine or shade for everyone. The VIEW! Waking up to that was a highlight! While it’s not a swimming area, we enjoyed nice walks out to the rocks to enjoy the waves crashing. Plenty of other beach access available. This home is colorful and clearly has been built to bring more joy to the world. We could have stayed much longer than 8 days as we were wanting for nothing. This well appointed casa will be on the top of the list if AKUMAL, Tulum or Cancun are on the destination plans!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L., Marietta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
GORGEOUS house and view, but not quite for us...
The house is absolutely beautiful and so is the scenery! Four of us flew into Cancun airport, rented a vehicle, and stayed at this house for 9 nights. If you do not have a vehicle, you will likely need a golf cart and / or bicycle(s) since to walk to the stores and restaurants at the front of the community is a bit of a hike. The property is at the end of the community but its location provides an AMAZING view of the water! Although we enjoyed the beautiful house and property and exploring the area of Akumal etc., we will likely not stay here again unless the owner agrees to not have the house and grounds keeper (husband / wife team - Gabby and Zulma) in the house at 8:00 every morning. With only four of us, there was little mess except for emptying the trash cans which contained the toilet tissue that could not be flushed per instructions from the property owner. I would have gladly emptied the trash and could have done so in just a few minutes each day. My family would have been more comfortable with this, rather than having a stranger remove the trash that contained our soiled toilet paper. Also, the Staff linger for hours with little to do. They were usually at the house from 8:00 am until noon each day except Sunday. It seems that other guests liked having them but not our group. Each morning my mother in her night gown would watch the clock and rush to her bedroom when she heard the front door opening. I was sitting in the living room one morning and looked toward the dining room to find the house keeper watching me. All four of us staying in the house agreed that the Staff's presence felt like an invasion of our privacy and added a stress that should not have been experienced. If the house keeper must arrive to make the beds and empty the trash, a more reasonable hour for this would be 10 or 11:00 and from what I could see, everything needing to be done could have been taken care of in an hour. Once I paid for our stay, I learned that Staff would be on site from 8 to 12 each day and that tipping them at the end of the stay is expected - so much per person per day. Hopefully, the owner will decide to type this information into VRBO for those making a decision on where to stay. We went ahead and left the tip even though it was for a service that we did not need or want. Gabby and Zulma were nice people! I am also leaving a 5-star rating based solely on the fact that the house and property are GORGEOUS!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay at Casa De Colores! What a wonderful time we had at this beautiful home. Beautiful
Perfect location, beautiful, well equipped, Extremely comfortable home. Pictures do not do this home justice! This beautiful home makes you feel at home the minuet you walk in. The attention to detail shines. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and desire plus more. Beds, pillows and linens are to die for comfortable. Bathrooms are well stocked and large with plenty of hot water and pressure. The two living areas are so very comfortable. There was plenty of space for our large group to mingle together or hide away alone for quite time. Casa De Colores is a hidden gem and well worth staying at! The view is to die for. We enjoyed the sunrises from the multicultural balcony’s, roof top and the Huge back porch and sunsets from the huge roof top deck from the hammocks. Everything about this home is huge! Our adult children enjoyed snorkeling Half moon bay right off the backyard. Said it was better then the snorkeling at Akumal beach. Plentiful amazing Restaurants walking distance. We did rent Golf carts as we had my elderly parents with us. We can’t wait to return in the near future!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THE PERFECT VACATION HOME
We were in complete awe when we arrived to casa de colores. EVERYTHING is AMAZING! Home was clean, comfortable, and the views! It was a dream to wake up to the ocean sunrise every morning and the moon shining every evening! Gabby and Sylma were so nice and greeted us every morning.. Casa de Colores is a MUST when visiting Akumal, we have made FOREVER memories and we most DEFINITELY will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique villa dans un site superbe
La maison est magnifique dans un site superbe, face a la mer et très au calme. Tout est fait pour que l’on s’y sente bien. Les chambres et les pieces a vivre sont tres soacieuses. La maison est tres bien equipee. Le personnel de maison est tres serviable. Nous avons passe un sejour fantastique.Tout etait parfait. Merci a nos hotes de nous avoir fait partage ce coin de paradis
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Rooms with great gathering space!
Casa De Colores is beautiful! So lovely this is our second time being there. Last time was about 10 years ago. It is a beautiful location. The rooms are private enough for each couple to have space and still have time together as a family. Hugo was the property manager and was amazingly responsive! Pool is a little chilly but my 12 year old was in it every day. Golf carts to get around are best for the location.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Perfection every where we turned!💚
Our stay at Casa De Colores was magical. From Sunrise yoga on the roof to quiet evenings by the pool. Our caretakers Gabrielle and Zulia were so sweet and kind. All of our needs were meet and then some. Akumal has a very special place in my heart and now the hearts of my friends. I am truly grateful to you all for creating such an amazing place. We surely will return! Much Love and Many Blessings , Janice
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
As advertised
Very quiet off the beatin path. Clean property with great housekeepers. Some good local restaurants were a plus.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M., United States of America

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
So much to say about this property, but I'll start at the beginning. Shelly the home-owner is very good with communications. From the time I reached out for an inquiry she was always quick to respond and provide helpful information about the area. The documents she sends after you've made a down payment, shows that no stone was left unturned in thinking about what would a visitor need to know. The house is exactly like the pictures; HOWEVER when you are on the property viewing the surroundings nature has a "you have to be there" beauty that the eye cannot capture. There are nice subtle touches to the house that I thought helped to make it special, such as the book that explains how the house was built, the "little house" that's part of the property, having enough utensils, pots, pans and dinnerware to make a sit down dinner, the many brochures that can help for planning excursions, and the bird display that hang from the ceiling in the red room. All nice touches that says the homeowners love their home and care about making it a nice stay for vacationers. The team that is in Mexico supporting the house during our vacation stay was awesome. The property managers Monica and Hugo, the housekeeper Zulma and groundskeeper Gabi were ready to help and answer questions about the property or Mexico in general. Zulma was not a strong English speaker but it was easy to communicate with her. Gabi would translate if necessary. During our stay we experienced a hurricane. Shelly reached out the day before to assure us we'll be safe. The property manager and Gabi secured the house and provided us with extra water and flashlights. As an added bonus the neighbors across the street and beside the house were friendly and assured us we would be safe through the hurricane as well. The fridge didn't freeze water as fast as we would like, but that could be because we had 4 teens in our party and they were always thirsty opening and closing the fridge for drinks. Then we found a huge cooler and filled it with ice added the water and juice to the cooler...fridge problem solved! I've stayed at other vacation properties and the communication provided by Shelly before, during and after, by the property managers and Zulma and Gabi has far exceeded anything I've experienced before. Wonderful home and team working together. So glad we made Casa de colores our choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

calvin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
The property is simply gorgeous. I couldn’t ask for a better vacation and anniversary. Thanks again for having us and I will be returning in the future. I give you FIVE STARS

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Vacation
The place and our property manager (Monica), Gabin and Zulma were terrific. We got all the support we need. The only challenge was the electricity which is a general problem in the area rather than property specific, however when we had outages (we had an infant and 2 3 year olds so needed refrigerator) they were super helpful. Anyways, other than this minor issue this was a beautiful vacation with a lot of memories. Location is very central, casa colores is spacious, and can suggest everyone.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shelly Rodrigues

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Shelly and Eddie, and Susan and Nancy, built Casa de Colores from the ground up. We opened the doors during the 2007-08 holidays and have not been disappointed in any aspect. It was an incredible adventure. When we began the project we all lived and worked in San Francisco -- real estate, law, and association management. Two of us have now retired; Shelly-Eddie moved to Kansas City, MO and Susan to Healdsburg, CA.
So, so sadly, Nancy passed away suddenly in May 2019, but her spirit is in every corner of the house.

We've been friends forever, and love time spent together here, there and traveling in Europe. Casa's architect, Enrique Alcaraz, lived in Akumal and was a dear friend (sadly, he passed away in May 2020). Our property managers have been with us since the beginning and our caretakers for at least 15 years! It really is a family affair.

Why they chose this property

We've been coming to Akumal for nearly 30 years -- we love the quiet pace, warm people, and wonderful water. We've traveled throughout Mexico, and always come back to Akumal as home.

What makes this property unique

Casa de Colores has incredible views, breezes from huge sliding glass doors, the colors of the Caribbean, and so much more. The showers are tiled with turquoise pool tile, the bedrooms are each a different color. Art is a combination of local artists and our own photography (4 photo buffs) stretched on canvas. The pool is a great rectangle lap pool and the kitchen's a delight to cook in -- or not. We just completed an outdoor brick oven (perfect for pizzas). Our end of Half Moon Bay is private and quiet, but an easy 25 minute walk (or 5 minute drive or bike ride) to the 'action.'

Languages:

English, Spanish
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