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Casa Zama
Isla Mujeres, Riviera Maya
3Br, 4Ba (3 Ensuite), Waterfront, Pool, 5400 sq. ft.
Villa Description
Casa Zama is the embodiment of contemporary Mexican design, an enchanting home named after the Mayan word for sunrise, dawn and new beginnings.
The villa is located on quiet Isla Mujeres, a short distance off the coast of the Yucatan peninsula and accessible via ferry from Cancun. Ringed with colorful coral reefs and home to schools of many exotic fish, the area is popular for snorkeling and scuba diving. It is just a five-minute walk to the nearest beach and a few minutes to town.
Vibrant colors, sunbathed and open rooms and the soothing sounds of water define Casa Zama. Carefully crafted by its owners, who worked with a renowned local architect, the home is a modern take on traditional Mexican design, immersed with earthy elements like stone and wood. Art and artifacts appear around every corner.
Accommodations for 8 include two deluxe suites plus one bedroom with twin bunk beds, suitable for younger guests. All of the bedrooms are air-conditioned and have bathrooms en suite, complete with luxurious rain showers and even ocean views. The spacious living/dining area is white and bright and leads straight out to the pool deck, which overlooks the ocean from its elevated position. A thatched bar area by the pool is great for entertaining in the evening and mixing sunset cocktails. There is a rooftop stone terrace with loungers for quieter sessions under the sun or stars.
Casa Zama has every tech amenity available, from a home theatre sound system with iPod docking station and wireless DSL Internet for guests' use free of charge.
Bedroom / Bathroom Description
Master Bedroom
Sleeps 2 on King Bed, En-suite Bathroom (Shower), TV, Air-Conditioning
Bedroom 2
Sleeps 4 on two Queen Beds, En-suite Bathroom (Shower), TV, Ceiling Fan, Air-Conditioning
Bedroom 3
Sleeps 2 on two Twin Beds, En-suite Bathroom (Shower), Air-Conditioning
Features & Amenities
- Two Luxury Suites with mini fridge, TV and Living area
- Fully appointed kitchen with Stainless Steel Appliances
- Large Dining Room seats 8-10 for entertaining
- Full bathroom, Luxury Stone Sinks and Rain Showers
- Toiletries included – Bvlgari Products available
- Pressurized Water filtration system
- Wireless High Speed Internet Access
- Satellite Television
- Satellite Radio
- Ipod Docking Station
- Emergency Generator
- Free Telephone Service to U.S.
- 2 Hair dryers available
- Wine chiller
- Espresso maker
- Stainless Ice bucket
- Cocktail shaker
Outdoor Features
- Luxurious Oceanfront Property
- Unobstructed Views and Access
- Large Oceanfront Pool and Heated Jacuzzi
- Pool – 30' in length / 6' in depth
- Poolside Palapa with hammocks
- Outdoor Luxury Stone Shower and Bathroom
- Large Outdoor Stainless BBQ (Gas)
- Spacious Rooftop Terrace for sunbathing
- Beach Chairs / Beach Towels
- Snorkel Equipment
Staff & Services Included
- 2 Managers: 7 days / week, (Speak English and Spanish)
- 2 Housekeepers – 9am to 1pm (Spanish speaking)
- Chef services available – please inquire for details
- One free massage per week
- Daily gourmet breakfast
Villa Policy
- Voltage: 110V
- Maximum number of guests: 10
- Children welcome, Maximum of 4
- No pets allowed
- Smoking is not permitted inside the villa
- Weddings are accepted at an additional cost and with a maximum of 30 guests
- Security deposit required
Getting There
- Guests may take a taxi and ferry transfer to the villa
- Closest International Airport: Cancun (CUN)
Services Included
- Complimentary bottled water
- Two twin mattresses are available on request
- Housekeeper available Monday to Friday mornings
- Services available at additional costs
- In House Breakfasts
- Catered Gourmet Meals
- Snorkel, Fishing, Diving and Boat Tours
- Pick up and Transfer to Isla Ferry
- In Room or Poolside Massage
- Liquor and Beer
- Miscellaneous Special Requests
- Heating is not included in rates
- Rental car
- Villa can be pre-stocked with groceries with 3 weeks notice and at a ~$100 charge
Location
- Ferry Service to Isla Mujeres is located in Puerto Juarez
- Cancun to Puerto Juarez – 30 minutes
- Puerto Juarez to Isla Mujeres – 15 minutes by Ferry
- Ferries available every half hour (6:00am - 8:30pm)
- Closest Grocery Store – 3 minute drive
- Restaurant – 5 minute drive
- Clinic – 5 minute drive
- Hospital – 8 minute drive
- Distance to Main Road – 5 minute drive
Additional Information
Isla Mujeres has many enjoyable activities that range from relaxing on the beach with an icy cocktail, to tangling with a mighty sailfish on a sport fishing excursion to swimming with dolphins and whale sharks. You can also take advantage of the islands’ proximity to many other great excursions such as Tulum.
There are many snorkeling and diving operations that take groups out to some of the local reefs for some fantastic snorkeling. In most cases a reservation is not necessary to arrange a trip. Around the ferry dock and the beach there are usually representatives available for snorkel and dive trips. Equipment is usually included in the price and the guides are very knowledgeable about the local reefs and marine life.
If you are interested in scuba diving, there are several great dive facilities located on Isla Mujeres. Diving around the island provides a wonderful experience for beginning, intermediate and experienced divers. There are reefs in shallow, low current water for the new divers to reef drift dives for the more experienced. For the truly experienced, try the Cave of the Sleeping Sharks on one of the local shipwrecks like Ultra Freeze. At least a one day notice is required for the smaller dives. Information is readily available near the ferry dock as well as the downtown dive shops.
Garrafón Natural Reef Park is a snorkel park located at the southern tip (Punta Sur) of Isla Mujeres. This park is unique as there is a reef located just a few feet off the shore with many colorful fish. This makes for wonderful snorkeling without having to book a trip or get on a boat. For those not interested in snorkeling there are lots of hammocks and chairs for resting, a huge pool for cooling yourself and plenty of staff just waiting to bring you snacks, lunch or drinks!! This is a great day trip for families with small children.
Take a day or more trip to see some fantastic Mexican sites. Anything from a day trip shopping in Cancun’s Malls and Mercados to trips to view the ruins of Tulum will make an exciting addition to your vacation. The Cancun-Tulum corridor(Riviera Maya) provides all sorts of excursions. Here, there are a couple of natural parks as well as quaint cities such as Playa del Carmen (ferries depart daily from Playa to Cozumel).
Villa Features
- Staff
- 2 Managers, 2 Housekeepers
- Bedrooms
- King Bed, 2 Queen Beds, 2 Twin Beds
- Pool
- Jacuzzi
Pool
- Jacuzzi
- Villa Features
- Air-Conditioning, BBQ, TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Ceiling Fans, Home Theatre, Washer, Dryer, Cable TV, Satellite TV, Beach Chairs, Hairdryer, Wireless Internet Access, Outdoor Shower, Internet - DSL, Free Internet
- Leisure Amenities
- 4 Snorkel Equipment, iPod Docking Station
- Distances
- 5 Minute Walk to Beach
5 Minute Drive to Town
3 Minute Drive to Grocery Store
60 Minute Drive to Airport
- 5 Minute Walk to Beach
Prices
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Per night
- - 12 % Government Tax not included
- - Additional taxes may apply
- - Actual exchange rate may vary
- - Security Deposit :$ 500
- - All rates and villa details are subject to change without notice.
- - Holiday rates vary.
- - Rates are based on double occupancy.
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