On the Mayan Riviera's Secret Beach, The Secret Beach Shell Villa offers a tranquil retreat with private pool and stunning ocean views. As an Onsite Owner-managed property, enjoy personalized service from just 300 feet away. With amenities like Central A/C, Wi-Fi, Office style Phones with Free Phone Calls anywhere and All Major Streaming Services in English including Local Channels ABC,CBS,NBC FOX PBS HBO Starz Amazon Prime Acron TV BritBox Paramount Disney YouTubeTV (Miami Locals), your stay is sure to be hassle-free.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 122800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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About this property
Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe
The Secret Beach Shell Villa has long been a favorite of the Mayan Riviera and for some good reasons.
Located in a Very Small Safe Gated (Guard 24/7) Residential Community of High-End Villas - no crowds - very private. Close to all the local attractions but tucked away on the Mayan Riviera's Secret Beach (Playa del Secreto) is known as the nicest beach along the Mayan Riviera that our Staff rakes daily. We are also a Turtle Nest Sanctuary. Its nice time to come is during the Turtle season.
See our 5 Star reviews on the Adjacent identical Villa Homeaway listing #303852 which has been on HomeAway VRBO for more than 20 years and has a review from the VRBO Bear (staff of HomeAway stayed at the villa and left a review)
The Secret Beach Villas are actually three luxury Identical Beach-Front villas all 4 or 5 bedrooms each with its own private pool, part of a three-villa building; You can rent one or two or all three villas if you have a bigger group of up to 32 people. See Fish Villa at HomeAway listing #303852 & Boat Villa #4606574
We have been renting our villas since 1997, we have everything you need from an on-site property manager, to extras like Central A/C, Wi-Fi, Office style Phones in each villa with Free Phone Calls anywhere, and Extensions for our services, All Major Streaming Services in English including Local Channels ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, PBS, HBO, Starz, Amazon Prime, Acron TV, BritBox, Parmount+, Disney+ YouTube TV (Miami Locals) just like back home in English, so you won't miss the next Survivor or NCSI episodes. You would be hard-pressed to think of amenities that we don’t have in the villas. We have an extensive list of excursions to offer you as well as maps to local shopping and restaurant suggestions.
Unlike many villas in the area, we are ONSITE OWNERS who manage their own vacation home, we are only 300 feet away (by driveway entrance) if you need us.
The owner is a Professional Chef.
We have become an intuition in the area, one of the 1st to offer beachfront villa rentals more than 25+ years ago - 70% of our guests are repeat customers.
We make your Vacation Hassle Free: The 1st thing every guest says when they arrive, is the Villa & Ocean are more beautiful than even the pictures show, with the ocean's edge 30 feet from the back door, you always have a great view of the turquoise water of the Caribbean. We furnished our villas with real living room furniture all imported from Pottery Barn or Macys. In our villas we want you to feel like your home.
We have all the information and assistance to help make planning your vacation hassle free. We have downloadable maps to Costco, Wal-Mart in Playa del Carmen & Cancun and Hospitals. You can go online thru our site and view videos of activities and reserve online, including Golf Tee Times or a Catamaran trip to Isla Mujeres, and Fishing and Snorkeling in Puerto Morelos. Our FAQ have every question you could think of including a Mayan Riviera Swine flu update. We offer a grocery shopping service that will buy all your grocery’s and have them waiting in the villa for you.
Chef Miguel & Welcome Dinner Menu: The villa owner is a professional chef and will cook your food with the 'Sazon y Sentimiento' (Taste and Feeling) of Mexico, for the 'foodies on vacation' you can schedule an afternoon private cooking class with Chef Miguel.
Here is our Welcome dinner we offer arrival night so guest can relax and get their bearings without having to go out to a restaurant to eat. One of the many dinners on our villas food service menu. The Mexican Welcome dinner - $18 per person (Served on Sat. evening for arrivals – you may also order this meal anytime) • Chicken Flautas • Guacamole • Pico del Gallo & Chips • Beef Fajita • Cheese and Chicken Enchiladas • Mexican Rice • Fried Plantain • Beans • Flan • Margaritas.
All meals come with a pitcher of Margaritas or Pina Coladas or Sangria. Meals run $18 - $35. Not up for dinner, we also offer 'Happy Hour' munchies and we deliver them right to you, so you can snack at the pool. Kids under 5 eat for Free, kids 5 to 11 eat 1/2 price.
Chef Miguel and Private Cooking Class: Chef Miguel will come to your vacation villa and teach you the in and outs of some of the popular Mayan Dishes along with hands on training... be prepared to be involved with the food preparation as Miguel’s Suez Chefs or grab a stool with a margarita or a cerveza and just watch. It’s a fun and festive afternoon preparing a Mayan dinner along with insights to both Mexican/Mayan Ingredients as well as Cultural viewpoints… afternoon of pure Foodie heaven! You don’t have to be a seasoned Chef…or you could be… but either way you learn recipes that you can easy make back at home. After the cooking is done sit down to a memorable Mayan dinner you have just prepared. You can go to Chef Miguel's website Cancun Chef and learn about his passion for food. Miguel is a real 'Foodie' and loves nothing more than to talk food the villa guest, many of whom are chefs themselves.
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Outdoor pool
Private pool
Internet
Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Breakfast available for a fee
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
4.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Outdoor shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Printer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
In-room accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Meal delivery service
Phone
Safe
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Near the ocean
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Water sports equipment
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Garden
Unit size: 2,800 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Sorry but we do not book villas to Guest that are part of Events or Weddings at Hacienda Secreto or Villa Kaak Naab ( Sol y Luna is fine.)
Sorry for security reasons we do not allow guest to bring in outside local people for services such as massage, cooking, babysitting etc:
You are booked for the # of people on the Homeaway reservation a legal document, additional people must be approved and may incur an additional fee.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Must book all 3 villas (there is an extra cost)
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: must book all 3 villas (there is an extra cost)
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Playa del Secreto, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Maroma Beach and Tres Rios Ecopark can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore El Camaleón Mayakoba Golf Course.
Travelling with kids? Consider Temazcal Natura, or check out an event or a game at El Rey Polo Country Club. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours. Visit our Playa del Carmen travel guide
Does Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secret Beach Shell Villa - on Beach - Private Pool - Owner is a Chef - Very Safe located?
Nestled on the beach, this Playa del Secreto villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Paraiso Golf Course, Paradise Beach and Nicklaus Design Golf Course. Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.
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It was a wonderful vacation spot with 11 friends. We enjoyed the meals that Miguel made and all questions were answered, promptly. The cleaning service was anazing!
The house was perfect for 10 of us. Liza, Miguel and staff were so knowledgeable helpful and accommodating. The food was delicious the pool was perfect and the Ocean view is gorgeous. Highly recommend this property!
The property itself was perfect. Private, spacious and comfortable. Plenty of room for the whole family The pool was wonderful. We had dinners prepared for us and they were delicious and reasonably priced. The property itself is completely car dependent. You either need to rent a car or depend on a taxi to get anywhere including a convenience store. Taxis to the grocery store round-trip run about 60. You can have groceries purchased in advance for the home, which is the more economical way to go as long as you know what you want for if you stay.
This was a marvelous villa and the beach was a private gem amongst the resorts. The house was perfect for 2 families with elementary school aged children. The pool area is lovely, perfectly maintained and the beach is wonderful. The surf is so fun - big enough to bofy surf but shallow enough to be safe for the littles. We did a number of nearby excursions and felt pampered by daily cleaning lady visits and Chef Miguel dinners - this is a vacation, not a trip. We’ve already recommended to family and friends and look forward to returning. We’re dreaming about a pitcher of spicy margs and plate of guacamole and pico as the sun sets!
We had a wonderful time at the property we were a group of 13 fsmily members of all ages and there was something for everyone to enjoy. The house is great we definitely recomend it for a large family get together
This trip was cancelled due to the effects of hurricane Beryl. The owner listed the house as unlivable. Even though I was refunded part of my money, I am upset that I was charged taxes and an outrageous cancellation fee for this. I do believe this is not a good business practice and unfair to the consumer.
This was a family trip - my two sons and their wives, my daughter-in-law's parents, and myself. The home is amazing for a group our size - each with own room and en-suite. The home is super clean and well-decorated. Comfort in every room. We enjoyed the pool and beach very much. It's not the super clean white sand like the hotel zone in Cancun, but I felt it was even more beautiful due to its seclusion (away from the craziness of Cancun). Meals prepared by Chef Miguel were excellent and the portions HUGE. The honor bar was a great touch, and we left behind two half bottles of liquor to add to the collection. Kitchen was very well stocked, but if you're going to do much cooking and are particular about your tools, recommend that you pack your own chef's knife! The beds were comfy with nice linens. And the household staff was friendly and did a great job. Both Liza and Miguel were great with the communication, and we were pleased with the prices and service of the airport transfers and car rental. Super happy with our stay and will definitely come again.
I just spent a wonderful week with seven family members at the Shell Villa! Everything was so easy and comfortable and beautiful. We all were relaxed and had the best time just walking the beach, relaxing by the pool and enjoying the wonderful meals prepared by Beto and Migual. Liza answers all your questions and helps you with all information you need before you get there. They are easy to contact with any issues. The location is great for exploring a lot of the Riveria Maya. We enjoyed the villa so much that we did not leave too often! We all felt very safe at the villa at all times. There is security coming into the beach area and the villa itself has a locked gate that you go in and out of. Never did we feel unprotected.
The food was amazing and we ordered almost all of our dinners, except for one when we ate the leftovers. Portions were big and very delicious. I highly recommend this villa! We felt very taken care of and we definitely want to come back to this beautiful piece of paradise!
We’ve traveled all around the world. And I’ve been to very high end Italian villas. A 500 year old French castle with a moat. Out islands in the Caribbean. The azores. Iceland.
This was the most relaxing week of my life. We stayed in the shell villa during covid. It’s a short drive to the airport, which Liza helped me organize.. The villa is lovely, and unlike many of the places I’ve stayed, it feels very much like being in Mexico to me. The tile floors. The arches. The brick barrel vaulted ceilings. It’s all so charming.
The pool and outdoor areas were our favorite spots to hang out. We happen to be there when the seaweed was in, but it didn’t detract from our vacation because we could still see and hear the sea, enjoy the breeze and bask in the sun.
The highlight for me was Miguel’s amazing meals. We ordered breakfast, a snack and dinner daily. It was delivered beautifully presented and served family style. Our favorite breakfasts were the coconut French toast and the chilequielles. The botanas, guacamole and pick were snack hits and the taco platter was fantastic.
The housekeepers came daily and I was spoiled by having our dishes done for us!!!!!
If you are considering booking and you want something charming, local and relaxing- don’t wait. You’ve found the place.
Corey W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra O.
18 Feb 2018
Our Fabulous Shell Beach Villa Vacation! 1/27/2018-2/3/2018
My husband and I and our 5 adult children recently returned from a week stay at The Shell Beach Villa! We were celebrating my husband 60th birthday! I cannot say enough about how beautiful the villa is! The views, furnishings, amenities and the service provided was top notch! The owners, Liza and Miguel, were always available and eager to help us navigating a country new to us! When we arrived at Cancun airport the transportation service was there waiting, as arranged by Liza, to take us to our Villa. The rental car was delivered to our villa as promised. Miguel was there to welcome us and show us our villa! So much room for us all to spread out, 4 large beautifully furnished bedrooms all with their own bathroom! The pool area and beach were awesome. Every morning the pool boys were out raking the beach and freshening up the pool and area! Daily maid service was such a bonus as well! We arranged for meals from Chef Miguel 2 of the nights and was amazing! Authentic Mexican food along with margaritas delivered right to our villa at the time we requested! The beach was unbelievable!! White sand and clear water just outside our door! Our whole family just loved our week in paradise at The Shell Villa!
Thank you so much Liza and Miguel for making my husband's 60th birthday his best ever!!!
We have already told so many friends/family about your Villas and shown pictures we took that look amazing! We will be back!!!
Thanks again,
Sandra and Bruce
The Shell Villa was perfect for our family! We loved having a Villa to all hang out in and enjoy the private pool and beach area. The seaweed is a bummer but what can you do? The sand is beautiful & soft and the views & sounds of the ocean waves are so relaxing! We took advantage of all of Liza & Miguel’s expertise & recommendations and we booked the airport shuttle, spa services, a private catamaran tour, and had most meals prepared for us. It really is better than an all inclusive resort because of the space and privacy. We also rented a vehicle that Liza helped arrange and it was dropped off and picked up at the Villa. So easy! Definitely recommend getting a vehicle for grocery store trips or going into Puerto Morales for lunch or dinner. The daily housekeeping service was unobtrusive and kept things clean and tidy. They really have a great thing going and we hope we will be able to come back one day. It was a beautiful trip!
Chef Miguel and Liza are great! From day 1 the communication and support was perfect. We loved the property and all the close amenities. Definitely recommend doing dinner and breakfast. We will be booking again. Thanks
The Villa was spotless and maids kept it so throughout our stay. Our Villa was decorated with beautiful shell decor. Our ocean view was amazing - even on cloudy days. Chef Miguel made delicious meals and his helper Anna was a sweetheart. Spa service was exemplary! The weather was cool much of our stay but we enjoyed every minute!! Highly recommend Playa de Secreto!
It was my 50th Bday Trip - and it did not disappoint. Having a Chef as an owner of the property had so many perks. Communication was easy - and not a lot of pressure, we only had 2 issues- the toilet one was fixed quickly - the other was out of the owners control as a excursion they advertised had been purchased by someone and it wasn't what the original package was advertised as anymore - but our group took it for what it was "An Adventure" and not just sitting around but don't get me wrong sitting around at the villa - we all felt so relaxed, at home, and comfortable. Regrets would be: not taking more pics, ordering more of those awesome breakfasts, ordering more of the Guacamole cause it always went fast and of course scheduling more days at the Villa. I couldn't have asked for better hosts, a better location, or better comforts. I do look forward to returning some day again. This villa is better than any resort I've ever stayed in.
Outstanding !!! I have stayed at many locations over several decades and I think this is one of the best. The location was perfect for relaxation ( not the party life ) and the food that Chef Miquel fixed was out of this world. Superb !!!!!!
This is a beautiful location. The owners were excellent in terms of service and help, including excellent meals! Everything about the property is first class. We would love to come back.
We had five in our group. It was a fantastic time and very relaxing. We will be back!!!
We rented a car and had a few day trips. We really enjoyed hanging around the pool and in the ocean.
Shell Villa was perfect for our family to spend time together. Getting around was easy and we had so much fun hanging out by the pool and on the beach.
We had a family of 10 to include baby, teens and adults. Lots of room for all and loved the convenience of being able to have meals made on-site and delivered. By the way, everything we ordered was great! Loved having our own pool and great beach access!