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8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 16

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Breakfast available

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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tulum, QROO

Tulum Beach17 min drive
Tulum Mayan Ruins38 min drive
Playa Paraiso75 min drive
Tulum, Quintana Roo (TUY)82 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

What a lovely place. Picture perfect sunrises and sunsets, enough space for our multi-generational group of 10 to sprea...

Jennifer X.

Jan 4, 2024

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

casa azul 1

1 Queen Bed

casa azul 2

1 Queen Bed

casa blanca 1

1 King Bed

casa blanca 2

2 Queen Beds

casa blanca 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

casa blanca 4

1 Queen Bed

casa rosa 1

1 Queen Bed

casa rosa 2

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - casa blanca

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 - casa blanca

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3 - casa blanca

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4 - casa blanca

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5 - casa rosa

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6 - casa azul

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach

Rancho Pedro Paila (Peter Pan Ranch) is located 90 miles south of Cancun, about 10 miles south of Tulum. It consists of one large house with 4 bedrooms and two small houses with two bedrooms each, situated right on the Caribbean Sea, nestled amongst palm trees and set upon dunes of whitest sand, and an incomparable beach. A caretaker’s home is located in the rear of the houses. There is a shallow and pristine coral reef that extends all along the coast, approximately 300 meters off shore. But there is more….

The area is unique because it is within the 'Sian Ka'an Reserve', a protected area of over one million acres, so there are very few neighbors. While the front doors open onto the beach and the sea, the back of the property abuts a large lagoon, Lake Boca Paila, which is a haven for a multitude of varieties of birds and fish, with mangrove channels extending for miles, Mayan ruins, and lush tropical flora and fauna.

This property is recommended for people who want to get away from it all, relax and enjoy a holiday on the beach. This simple property is located six miles down the dirt road from Tulum to Punta Allen within the Xian Ka'an nature reserve. This public road, maintained by the city of Tulum, can be in varying conditions based on the weather, so a four wheel drive car may be necessary during certain seasons. All properties within the reserve must generate their own power and provide their own water, so it is very important that our guests conserve these very important resources. Our power consists of solar, wind and a generator. All three forms of power are required when there are large groups on the property.

Due to the remote nature of the property, we do not recommend this property to guests who are looking for a place where you can walk to dinner, hit the bars and enjoy a lot of night life. Most of our guests spend all their time enjoying our beautiful beach and property.

Rancho Pedro Paila also is home to a full-time caretaker and staff who maintains the property. The caretaker can provide additional services like breakfast and dinner for an additional fee.

Property manager

Michael

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We have no cribs or high chairs for small children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

CONTRACT CANCELLATION POLICY There is a $100 cancellation fee for any cancellation. A ninety (90) day notice is required for cancellation. Cancellati

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tulum

Located in Tulum, this holiday home is on the beach. Tulum Mayan Ruins is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve and Tulum Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, snorkelling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.

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What's nearby

Tulum Beach - 17 min drive
Ven a la Luz Sculpture - 23 min drive
Tulum National Park - 28 min drive
Tulum Mayan Ruins - 38 min drive
Playa Paraiso - 75 min drive

Getting around

Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 121 min drive

Restaurants

‪Nalām Beach Club - ‬20 min drive
‪El Último Maya - ‬14 min drive
‪Mistiq Beach - ‬20 min drive
‪Arca - ‬19 min walk
‪Hartwood - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise in Sian Ka'an Reserve - Right on the Beach located?

This Tulum holiday home is on the beach, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tulum Beach and Playa Akun. Playa Paraiso and Las Palmas Public Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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9.6/10

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer X.

4 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise indeed!

What a lovely place. Picture perfect sunrises and sunsets, enough space for our multi-generational group of 10 to spread out in different houses with different activities, and delicious meals to bring the whole family together. Edgar the property manager was super responsive start to finish and worked hard on the fly to accommodate unexpected travel changes, excursions, and a broken van. We had breakfasts, dinners, pico and guac, and margaritas every day by Lau and team. Everything was fresh and delicious - we can never go back to "regular" Mexican food again. Pablo, Ana, and Elisa kept the houses and grounds spotless. Powder soft white sand, daily housekeeping, and even laundry upon request. As the other reviewers for this property and Sian Kaan in general noted, the road going in is VERY difficult. But treat it as an adventure and it'll go much faster. And once you get there, you won't want to leave the turquoise waters and private beach with volleyball, boogie boards, snorkels, beach toys, and anything else you might need!

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

flora w.

31 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular Vacation

We couldn’t have imagined a better time than we had at Rancho Pedro Paila. Lots of room for our multi generational family of 14. A beautifully landscaped property leading to our own private beach. We opted for dinners prepared by the staff that exceeded any restaurant meal. Did I mention margaritas and guacamole as our pre-dinner social hour? From breakfast on the porch, looking across the garden to beach, sea and sky, to dinner at the big dining table, our days were full. Edgar, the wonderful property caretaker, arranged outings to the Tulum ruins and a set of cenotes, as well as a sunset boat ride on the lagoon. Other days, we walked or swam on the beach, read in the hammocks or worked on a jigsaw puzzle. And every night, Edgar and his crew produced marvelous dinners. The house is in a nature preserve, down a dirt road, truly out of town. We loved our visit, just recognize that it’s not close to restaurants and shopping, but you’re not going to want to leave the property once you arrive.!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K., Fredericksburg, USA

9 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Once again my family had a wonderful time at Rancho Pedro Paila

My family of 14 (myself, my husband, 3 of our kids, their spouses and 6 grandchildren ages 2-8) spent a truly magical Christmas and New Years celebration at Ranch Pedro Paila! We loved it so much when we stayed for New Years week 4 years ago that we just had to come back. The ranch has the perfect setup for us - renting all three houses gives us the perfect mix of togetherness and privacy, and the property is truly stunning with the soft white sand, coconut trees and beautiful Caribbean sea all right there. It was very windy our entire week there, so we didn't do much kayaking or any snorkeling, but we played a lot of corn hole and soccer, though not nearly as much volleyball as during our last stay, and the kids made sand castles everyday. Although we enjoyed spending time at the beach and catching waves in the rough sea, the kids absolutely loved swimming in the brand new pool. The deck around the pool is a fun gathering space between the houses where we lounged and celebrated happy hour daily with margaritas, guacamole and pico de gallo made by the staff. Speaking of the staff, we were very happy to see Edgar again! He is a wonderful host who made our stay a true vacation - he made travel arrangements, bought our groceries, and since he knows everybody, he even found some delicious home made chocolate gelato for my granddaughter's 5th birthday and fruity paletas at my daughter's request. He even arranged a fishing trip on the lagoon for the guys and they caught 3 large fish which new chef Lao turned into ceviche, fish tacos, panko coated fish sticks and a special grilled Mayan fish dish that was absolutely delicious! We actually had the staff cook us 5 out of 8 dinners and they were all delicious! All the staff work hard and do a fabulous job of cleaning the houses, keeping the beach and pool pristine and cooking delicious meals. I highly recommend you let them cook for you! When our 8 days were over, we were truly sad to leave this piece of paradise and head back up to the snowy midwest.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillian S.

14 Jan 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden paradise!

I can’t put into words how magical this place is. I hosted a yoga retreat for 10 people over New Years here, and this property was perfect! We held yoga on the patio and on the beach (private- not a soul around- pristine- beautiful!), meditation and workshops in one of the palapas, dinner was in the communal kitchen, and during the day, everyone could relax in the beach lounge chairs, in their spacious rooms, down by the water, or explore the mangroves nearby. The food was incredible! Edgar and his team are amazing. They took our vegetarian/pescatarian suggestions and made the most delicious, healthy, plentiful meals. I’m astounded by how comfortable and perfect our experience was. Edgar even recommended massage therapists for us, and they set up right in the palapas so we could listen to the ocean while receiving incredible massages. This place is magic- 6 miles from the hustle and bustle of built-up Tulum, the Sian Ka’an Reserve is an oasis for respite and rest, rejuvenation and inspiration.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

6 Apr 2019

Absolutely Incredible!

Dream vacation! The property was incredibly beautiful and secluded. It was the perfect four our extended family vacation of 20 (ages 2-70). There was enough space that we didn't get on each other's nerves and tons to do. We were able to use the Kayak's to paddle out to the reef for some great snorkeling! The staff was wonderful and friendly. They were so accommodating and helpful. The evening meals and appetizers they prepared for us was an added bonus. You won't regret renting this place!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nelson D., Minnetonka MN

6 Apr 2019

Heaven on earth!

We always have a fantastic time at Rancho Pedro Paila

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

24 Mar 2019

Amazing place. The staff are so accommodating and their food is delicious. Very quiet secluded spot

If you want a place to just relax this is the spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

26 Feb 2019

It truly is paradise!

Rancho Pedro Paila is indeed paradise. The beach and grounds are the best. The houses are comfortable and well equipped for us Westerners:) and houses multiple families quite well. The caretakers are so kind and helpful, they are there when you need them but leave you relax on your own. It is truly a home away from home. There really is everything you could need or want, from sand toys and snorkels, life jackets and kayaks, a volleyball court to a 10 foot tall beach ball and canine companions to keep you company. It’s absolutely beautiful there.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

18 Dec 2018

Amazing Property!

Beautiful property - Great location - Fantastic staff that made for an incredible stay.

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

6 Feb 2018

Absolutely Stunning

Absolutely beautiful property. We had an amazing time here. The house has everything you need. So many different places to sit and relax or play games. You can easily spend a whole week here and never really feel the need to go into town because the place is so great!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018

8/10 Good

Charles M.

25 Jan 2018

Rancho Pedro Paila

The house is beautiful and nicely furnished. The staff is excellent and attentive to any of our needs. The meals were very good. The house is also well equipped with snorkel gear, games and kayaks. The Beach is pristine white sand and very private. We felt totally safe and secure. The only downside is the awful park road of 10km from Tulum to the house. You need a sturdy vehicle to navigate the numerous jarring pot holes and bumps.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie K., Fredericksburg, USA

14 Jan 2018

Fabulous family vacation

My family just returned from a fabulous stay at this property on the beautiful Mexican Carribbean coast in Sian Ka'an Preserve. We had such a relaxing vacation with 3 of our children, their spouses and 4 of our grandchildren that it was hard to leave, especially to return to frigid northern temps and snow! We rented this entire property (main house and 2 casitas) for our biannual family gathering. The houses were furnished with everything we needed, including life jackets, masks and snorkels and children's beach toys. The property is truly beautiful and private with lovely coconut trees and other vegetation plus a private fine white sand beach that stretched for miles along the warm turquoise sea. The setup was perfect for our multiple generations. The kids loved playing in the sand and water, the grown ups loved kayaking, snorkeling, playing volleyball and relaxing on the beach. But what really set this stay apart from our other rental experiences was the staff. Edgar is a truly exceptional host willing to do anything for us, including grocery shopping and arranging a fun boat trip in the preserve. His wife Anna is a fabulous cook. We enjoyed margaritas with guacamole and Pico de Gallo on several occasions as well as three really delicious home cooked meals. Plus Elisa did a wonderful job with housekeeping and Javier kept our beach pristine. We truly loved our vacation here and we'd love to stay here again! The only thing I would do differently is to stay a night or two in Tulum before or after a week at this property because the 10km of road in Sian Ka'an was truly dreadful. Edgar had warned us that the road was bad, but it was far worse than I expected. I had anticipated that we would make day trips to cenotes and ruins, but because of the holiday traffic and road condition (so many potholes!), it took 1 1/2 hrs to drive 20 km from the grocery store to the property, so we only left the property once and therefore didn't do as much exploring as I'd like. However, when we left last weekend, the road regrading had begun, so hopefully the journey will be more tolerable for the foreseeable future. This property truly is a little piece of paradise. Thank you for sharing it with us.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017