Casa de Tyler
Guest: Chris (Ladysmith, BC, Canada)
Date of Stay: 01/08/11 Review Submitted: 01/17/11
A little slice of paradise on a secluded beach (they're not kidding) between Puerto Morelos and Playa del Carmen. The condo is cute but quite sizable and very well equipped. The king size bed is very comfortable. Grounds are beautiful, complete with tropical birds and 3 delightful dogs. Pool is large and well maintained. Hosts are extremely friendly and helpful. Puerto Morelos (10 min drive) is an ecclectic Mexican fishing village with a large ex-pat contingent but, nevertheless, maintains its Mexican character. There are an unusually large number of restaurants from beachside Palapa grills to an upscale gourmet restaurant, most very reasonably priced. If you're looking for a quiet holiday, away from the hubbub, the hawkers and time-share salesmen, this is the place to go.
beach retreat
Guest: rob (minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/15/11 Review Submitted: 02/26/11
Our second stay at this wonderful site, comfortable condo free of urban distraction on secluded Playa del Secreto. Birdsong in the AM, walks on the beach and swimming in the surf highlighted our stay. The grounds are immaculate with palms and gorgeous blooming plants around a pool and gazebo with grill. The owner was friendly and helped with whatever we needed. The condo is 10 minutes from Puerto Moreles and 20 minutes from the much busier Playa del Carmen. Restaurants we liked: Yaxche - the best in Playa, and Mercadito del Mar in Puerto is unsurpassed for seafood and originality - say hello to Xava - the young chef. We will go back and have recommended this to all our friends.
A dream come true
Guest: Judi (Monroe, WA, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/06/11 Review Submitted: 06/11/11
Our three week vacation was truly a dream come true. The grounds are beautfiul and the condominium is charmingly decorated and very comfortable. If you want to get away from crowds and enjoy peace and quiet, this is the place to go. And I can't say enough about our hosts, Rhonda and Chuck who made us feel at home. We will return next year, and until then enjoy the wonderful memories from this vacation.
Playa del Secreto - Sandy's Villas - Casa de Tyler
Guest: jill (Minneapolis, MN)
Date of Stay: 12/31/11 Review Submitted: 01/13/12
We recently returned from our week stay at Casa de Tyler at Sandy's Villa's in Playa del Secreto. What an amazing place. The owners of the condo live on-site and are the most wonderful, gracious hosts. Anything we needed or any advice - they were quick to help. Chuck and Rhonda were very accommodating, laid-back and just a general pleasure to get to know! We miss them already! The grounds were beautiful. Very well cared for. Hammocks abound, and the pool was a great feature for our 5-year old. We spent a couple nights out at the palapa using the grill, so that was great too. It's a short walk to the beach, but what a wonderful beach it was. You pretty much have it to yourself. We walked a big portion of the area, and this is BY FAR the best in the area. You can wade out quite far and no rocks. Not the same at the adults only mega-resort down the beach (that we got kicked out of for walking on the property with our kid..) The condo itself was awesome. Some friends were staying in another at the property and even though the layout was the same...Casa de Tyler was a far cry from theirs. It had everything we needed, was beautifully decorated and really felt like home while we were there. It is a very quiet place and it is truly a place to go to get away, relax, read books and just generally recharge! We spent 7 days there and the the first 4 we didn't leave. We made all of our meals there and just relaxed. The next few were spent doing some excursions and again, Chuck and Rhonda gave us pointers and helped us to have a great time. We took our son to XCaret and he snorkled for the first time...great experience. Did the underground river and it was a great time. We took a day trip to Isla Mujeres another day and really enjoyed that. We are already trying to figure out how we can make this a more regular thing...we will definitely be back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, people with disabilities, sightseeing, families with young children.
| 08/02/09 | Positive | Playa del Secreto has the perfect location for a feeling like a local and visiting main tourist attractions.
I enjoy feeling more like a local than a tourist when I travel and in my short week, I felt very at home in Puerto Morelos and Playa del Secreto. I felt like a local and loved it!
Chuck and Rhonda have beautiful villas and my stay at Casa de Tyler had all the comforts of home as well as the relaxing environment of the Carribean!
I loved my stay and I will return soon! It was my first visit to Mexico and definitely will not be my last! | | Lenor, Birmingham, AL |
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| 04/26/09 | Positive | | With all the comments, i can only add this.....wihtin minutes you will feel you bloodpressure drop, and you will wonder where your stress went. No bling, no glamour, just relaxation......... | | Jon Bahr, Missouri, USA
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| 03/11/09 | Positive | Having just returned from the very lovely Playa del Secreto, my only thoughts are how quickly I can return to Sandy's Villas and the great company of Rhonda and Chuck! After a brutal winter in Seattle, I was seeking a very mellow, laid-back trip complete with sun, sand and the ANTI-all-inclusive resort. I found exactly this here in Sandy's Villas. The appropriate balance of letting guests chill and relax on their own and offering helpful advise or a most-welcome Corona is exactly what these hosts do best.
The Villa (Casa Tori) was clean, comfortable and the grounds were very well maintained, yet allowed a little of the "real jungle Mexico" in to excite the guests.
So, yes, a very positive experience in a magical place, can't wait to return! | | Elise, Seattle, WA |
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| 01/29/09 | Positive | Well I got to realize my dream and return to Sandy's Villas this year. This year I got to stay in an upper condo and it was great. Rhonda and Chuck were again unbelievable hosts and helped us with anything we needed help with like taxis, coffee, game playing, etc. The weather was good and there was nothing not to like about the villa as it is clean and well supplied. If you want a truly relaxing, beautiful Mexican holiday this is the place to go. I have now been twice and can't wait to return. Ola! | |
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01/05/09
This place is breathtaking! The yellow and red villas are a striking contrast to the lush green grass inside the property. There are coconut trees, agave, tropical plants, and stone pathways covered in soft grass. The pool is clean and inviting, and it's an oasis on a hot Mexico day. If you prefer the beach, it's only a 2-minute walk. The villa itself was very comfortable and stylish. The pantry and refrigerator were stocked, and there were lots of movies and books to enjoy while we were there. Each morning we sat on the porch and relaxed with a cup of coffee. Later in the day we took advantage of the provided blender to mix up some mango daiquiris. When we wanted to eat out rather than at home, it was only a 10-minute drive to Puerto Morelos for pizza, chinese, mexican... We found it very helpful that the staff of the villas spoke fluent English and was able to answer any questions we had about where to go and how to get there. Our trip to Play del Secreto was the best we've had. It was so relaxing. It's really a paradise. We loved it so much, we're planning to visit again this Christmas!
| 11/30/08 | Positive | | The most relaxing vacation ever! Great golf only 5 minutes away, I think I played every day. Great place for a family trip, calm, quiet and breathtaking. The Villas are perfect with everything we needed and very clean. The grounds are beautiful and in a gated community so we slept with the windows open! We will visit every year to remind ourselves of the beauty that exists on this earth, can't wait to go back. | | Lennon Zabo, USA |
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| 09/15/08 | | | Absolute paradise. The beach is beautiful, the villa and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. Rhonda and Chuck were very welcoming and extremely helpful. Can't wait to go back for another taste of paradise | | Richard and Kelly, Bristol, UK |
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| 09/05/08 | Positive | | We had a wonderful time in Playa del Secreto. Chuck and Rhonda have excellent condos to choose from and each one is filled with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. It is close to everything yet far away. They have a wealth of knowledge of the area and know all the good spots to eat, drink, snorkel, etc. I thoroughly reccomend their place and you cannot beat the price for what you get. We can't wait to return. Hasta luego. | | John Chenoweth, Austin, TX |
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Date of Arrival : Mar 28, 2008
Name on Contract : Scott Lambert
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 78909 - "Peaceful paradise"
"This place was fabulous. Clean and well maintained and very peaceful. This is a place to go and relax. Not the high-energy of Cancun or Playa del Carmen. We slept most nights with only the screen door closed so we could enjoy the ocean breezes. We especially enjoyed getting to know Chuck and Rhonda who were like old friends from back home. Whenever we had a question or needed something, they were right there to handle everything. Can't wait to go back" | | Scott and Amy Lambert
Grapevine,Texas |
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| 04/11/08 | Positive | We can't say enough about our time in Casa de Tyler. Rhonda and Chuck couldn't have been more welcoming and the accomodations were a perfect base for us as we took day trips to the amazing Cenotes and various beaches along the coast.
The space was extremely comfortable, and the location is both beautiful and entirely relaxing. The kids are already asking when we'll get to visit again. | | Tessa, Maya and Jax, Los Angeles, California |
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| 03/31/08 | Positive | | This was the perfect place to wind down and take a breath. Rhonda and Chuck were VERY welcoming and helpful. The beach is beautiful, the condo and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. It's a great location for day trips to Tulum and Playa Del Carmen. We'll definately be back next year. | | Rich & Lori Muth, Mokena, IL
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| 03/05/08 | We had a wonderful time staying here. Rhonda and Chuck and are very welcoming hosts, and the condo has a warm, comfortable feel and is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. It is located a very short walk from the gorgeous and secluded Playa Secreto, and a short drive into Puerto Morelos. Plenty of activities and things to see, but also really nice to just relax by the pool or on the beach. I would strongly recommend this condo for anyone thinking of visiting the area. We cannot wait to go back! | | Anita and Rajeev, New York City
(rajeev.ananda@gmail.com) |
| 02/22/08 | Positive | Rhonda and Chuck have a gem of a place to share with you. We just had the most relaxing week of vacation you can imagine. The condo and grounds are so comfortable you'll wish you could stay longer. The group of condos is down a quiet access road 1/2 mile off the main highway in a group of private homes with a 24 hour guard at the gate. We never locked a door the whole time there. At night you can leave the patio door open and fall asleep to the sound of crickets and the ocean (no traffic noise at all!) In the morning its a symphony of bird calls. Put on a pot of coffee and stroll out to the beach to watch the sunrise, or just sit at marvel at the palm trees and flowers.
Playa del Carmen is about 45 min drive south, and has a great outdoor mall that stretches a mile long with a million nice restaurants. The Mayan ruins at Tulum and Coba are an easy drive, and try the little town of Akumal for the best snorkeling (go through the arch and follow the road out to the end). Pick up a copy of the local tourist paper called Sak-Be. It had the best info including maps of all the beach towns. We highly recommend this place. Its beautiful, and Rhonda and Chuck and their neighbors couldnt be better hosts.
- - - Steve & Linda Joeckel,
Peterboro NY (near Syracuse) | | Steve & Linda Joeckel, Syracuse, New York |
| | 01/18/08 | Positive | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | | Lisa, Manitoba Canada |
| | 01/07/08 | Positive | | Great setting for a peaceful vacation, the owner lives next door and is very helpful with restaurant suggestions and local information. You will need a car if you plan to go to Puerto Morales. If you want nightlife and excitement go to Cancun or Playa del Carmen, this place is for those who want to slow down on vacation. The beach is across the road and not visable from the condo but the yard with pool and tropical vegetation makes up for this. Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again | | Anonymous, Minneapolis, MN |
| | 01/04/08 | Positive | | When I stayed at the condos, it was my first trip out of the US and I was very apprehensive. I didn't know what to expect. The owners made me feel very comfortable and were very hospitable. I really enjoyed the secluded beach, the outdoors environment, and evening cookouts around the pool. The place is very relaxing and laid back and all of my stress just seemed to melt away. I can't wait to go back! | | Nate |
| | 01/03/08 | Positive | We stayed at PdS for a week in December and it was FABULOUS! We had a great time just hanging out and enjoying the area.
We went to Playa del Carmen and the local town a couple of the nights we were there and had a blast - but we were very excited to get back to the condos and just relax. We neded up having one rainy day, but there's satellite TV, so there's always something interesting to watch (english & spanish).
The owners and condo manager are very helpful, from calling us taxis to telling us all the neat places to visit - they know it all!
My friend wasn't very excited about going and in the end it was hard to make him leave.
To sum up - I RECOMMEND IT! This place is GREAT! | | Stephanie, Alabama, USA |
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| 01/18/08 | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | |
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Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again.
01/05/09
This place is breathtaking! The yellow and red villas are a striking contrast to the lush green grass inside the property. There are coconut trees, agave, tropical plants, and stone pathways covered in soft grass. The pool is clean and inviting, and it's an oasis on a hot Mexico day. If you prefer the beach, it's only a 2-minute walk. The villa itself was very comfortable and stylish. The pantry and refrigerator were stocked, and there were lots of movies and books to enjoy while we were there. Each morning we sat on the porch and relaxed with a cup of coffee. Later in the day we took advantage of the provided blender to mix up some mango daiquiris. When we wanted to eat out rather than at home, it was only a 10-minute drive to Puerto Morelos for pizza, chinese, mexican... We found it very helpful that the staff of the villas spoke fluent English and was able to answer any questions we had about where to go and how to get there. Our trip to Play del Secreto was the best we've had. It was so relaxing. It's really a paradise. We loved it so much, we're planning to visit again this Christmas!
| 11/30/08 | Positive | | The most relaxing vacation ever! Great golf only 5 minutes away, I think I played every day. Great place for a family trip, calm, quiet and breathtaking. The Villas are perfect with everything we needed and very clean. The grounds are beautiful and in a gated community so we slept with the windows open! We will visit every year to remind ourselves of the beauty that exists on this earth, can't wait to go back. | | Lennon Zabo, USA |
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| 09/15/08 | | | Absolute paradise. The beach is beautiful, the villa and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. Rhonda and Chuck were very welcoming and extremely helpful. Can't wait to go back for another taste of paradise | | Richard and Kelly, Bristol, UK |
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| 09/05/08 | Positive | | We had a wonderful time in Playa del Secreto. Chuck and Rhonda have excellent condos to choose from and each one is filled with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. It is close to everything yet far away. They have a wealth of knowledge of the area and know all the good spots to eat, drink, snorkel, etc. I thoroughly reccomend their place and you cannot beat the price for what you get. We can't wait to return. Hasta luego. | | John Chenoweth, Austin, TX |
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Date of Arrival : Mar 28, 2008
Name on Contract : Scott Lambert
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 78909 - "Peaceful paradise"
"This place was fabulous. Clean and well maintained and very peaceful. This is a place to go and relax. Not the high-energy of Cancun or Playa del Carmen. We slept most nights with only the screen door closed so we could enjoy the ocean breezes. We especially enjoyed getting to know Chuck and Rhonda who were like old friends from back home. Whenever we had a question or needed something, they were right there to handle everything. Can't wait to go back" | | Scott and Amy Lambert
Grapevine,Texas |
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| 04/11/08 | Positive | We can't say enough about our time in Casa de Tyler. Rhonda and Chuck couldn't have been more welcoming and the accomodations were a perfect base for us as we took day trips to the amazing Cenotes and various beaches along the coast.
The space was extremely comfortable, and the location is both beautiful and entirely relaxing. The kids are already asking when we'll get to visit again. | | Tessa, Maya and Jax, Los Angeles, California |
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| 03/31/08 | Positive | | This was the perfect place to wind down and take a breath. Rhonda and Chuck were VERY welcoming and helpful. The beach is beautiful, the condo and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. It's a great location for day trips to Tulum and Playa Del Carmen. We'll definately be back next year. | | Rich & Lori Muth, Mokena, IL
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| 03/05/08 | We had a wonderful time staying here. Rhonda and Chuck and are very welcoming hosts, and the condo has a warm, comfortable feel and is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. It is located a very short walk from the gorgeous and secluded Playa Secreto, and a short drive into Puerto Morelos. Plenty of activities and things to see, but also really nice to just relax by the pool or on the beach. I would strongly recommend this condo for anyone thinking of visiting the area. We cannot wait to go back! | | Anita and Rajeev, New York City
(rajeev.ananda@gmail.com) |
| 02/22/08 | Positive | Rhonda and Chuck have a gem of a place to share with you. We just had the most relaxing week of vacation you can imagine. The condo and grounds are so comfortable you'll wish you could stay longer. The group of condos is down a quiet access road 1/2 mile off the main highway in a group of private homes with a 24 hour guard at the gate. We never locked a door the whole time there. At night you can leave the patio door open and fall asleep to the sound of crickets and the ocean (no traffic noise at all!) In the morning its a symphony of bird calls. Put on a pot of coffee and stroll out to the beach to watch the sunrise, or just sit at marvel at the palm trees and flowers.
Playa del Carmen is about 45 min drive south, and has a great outdoor mall that stretches a mile long with a million nice restaurants. The Mayan ruins at Tulum and Coba are an easy drive, and try the little town of Akumal for the best snorkeling (go through the arch and follow the road out to the end). Pick up a copy of the local tourist paper called Sak-Be. It had the best info including maps of all the beach towns. We highly recommend this place. Its beautiful, and Rhonda and Chuck and their neighbors couldnt be better hosts.
- - - Steve & Linda Joeckel,
Peterboro NY (near Syracuse) | | Steve & Linda Joeckel, Syracuse, New York |
| | 01/18/08 | Positive | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | | Lisa, Manitoba Canada |
| | 01/07/08 | Positive | | Great setting for a peaceful vacation, the owner lives next door and is very helpful with restaurant suggestions and local information. You will need a car if you plan to go to Puerto Morales. If you want nightlife and excitement go to Cancun or Playa del Carmen, this place is for those who want to slow down on vacation. The beach is across the road and not visable from the condo but the yard with pool and tropical vegetation makes up for this. Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again | | Anonymous, Minneapolis, MN |
| | 01/04/08 | Positive | | When I stayed at the condos, it was my first trip out of the US and I was very apprehensive. I didn't know what to expect. The owners made me feel very comfortable and were very hospitable. I really enjoyed the secluded beach, the outdoors environment, and evening cookouts around the pool. The place is very relaxing and laid back and all of my stress just seemed to melt away. I can't wait to go back! | | Nate |
| | 01/03/08 | Positive | We stayed at PdS for a week in December and it was FABULOUS! We had a great time just hanging out and enjoying the area.
We went to Playa del Carmen and the local town a couple of the nights we were there and had a blast - but we were very excited to get back to the condos and just relax. We neded up having one rainy day, but there's satellite TV, so there's always something interesting to watch (english & spanish).
The owners and condo manager are very helpful, from calling us taxis to telling us all the neat places to visit - they know it all!
My friend wasn't very excited about going and in the end it was hard to make him leave.
To sum up - I RECOMMEND IT! This place is GREAT! | | Stephanie, Alabama, USA |
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| 01/18/08 | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | |
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Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again.
01/05/09
This place is breathtaking! The yellow and red villas are a striking contrast to the lush green grass inside the property. There are coconut trees, agave, tropical plants, and stone pathways covered in soft grass. The pool is clean and inviting, and it's an oasis on a hot Mexico day. If you prefer the beach, it's only a 2-minute walk. The villa itself was very comfortable and stylish. The pantry and refrigerator were stocked, and there were lots of movies and books to enjoy while we were there. Each morning we sat on the porch and relaxed with a cup of coffee. Later in the day we took advantage of the provided blender to mix up some mango daiquiris. When we wanted to eat out rather than at home, it was only a 10-minute drive to Puerto Morelos for pizza, chinese, mexican... We found it very helpful that the staff of the villas spoke fluent English and was able to answer any questions we had about where to go and how to get there. Our trip to Play del Secreto was the best we've had. It was so relaxing. It's really a paradise. We loved it so much, we're planning to visit again this Christmas!
| 11/30/08 | Positive | | The most relaxing vacation ever! Great golf only 5 minutes away, I think I played every day. Great place for a family trip, calm, quiet and breathtaking. The Villas are perfect with everything we needed and very clean. The grounds are beautiful and in a gated community so we slept with the windows open! We will visit every year to remind ourselves of the beauty that exists on this earth, can't wait to go back. | | Lennon Zabo, USA |
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| 09/15/08 | | | Absolute paradise. The beach is beautiful, the villa and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. Rhonda and Chuck were very welcoming and extremely helpful. Can't wait to go back for another taste of paradise | | Richard and Kelly, Bristol, UK |
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| 09/05/08 | Positive | | We had a wonderful time in Playa del Secreto. Chuck and Rhonda have excellent condos to choose from and each one is filled with everything you need for a relaxing vacation. It is close to everything yet far away. They have a wealth of knowledge of the area and know all the good spots to eat, drink, snorkel, etc. I thoroughly reccomend their place and you cannot beat the price for what you get. We can't wait to return. Hasta luego. | | John Chenoweth, Austin, TX |
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Date of Arrival : Mar 28, 2008
Name on Contract : Scott Lambert
Review Rating : 5/5
Review Title : 78909 - "Peaceful paradise"
"This place was fabulous. Clean and well maintained and very peaceful. This is a place to go and relax. Not the high-energy of Cancun or Playa del Carmen. We slept most nights with only the screen door closed so we could enjoy the ocean breezes. We especially enjoyed getting to know Chuck and Rhonda who were like old friends from back home. Whenever we had a question or needed something, they were right there to handle everything. Can't wait to go back" | | Scott and Amy Lambert
Grapevine,Texas |
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| 04/11/08 | Positive | We can't say enough about our time in Casa de Tyler. Rhonda and Chuck couldn't have been more welcoming and the accomodations were a perfect base for us as we took day trips to the amazing Cenotes and various beaches along the coast.
The space was extremely comfortable, and the location is both beautiful and entirely relaxing. The kids are already asking when we'll get to visit again. | | Tessa, Maya and Jax, Los Angeles, California |
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| 03/31/08 | Positive | | This was the perfect place to wind down and take a breath. Rhonda and Chuck were VERY welcoming and helpful. The beach is beautiful, the condo and grounds are a wonderful place to relax, with the sound of the waves, the birds, and the warm breezes. It's a great location for day trips to Tulum and Playa Del Carmen. We'll definately be back next year. | | Rich & Lori Muth, Mokena, IL
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| 03/05/08 | We had a wonderful time staying here. Rhonda and Chuck and are very welcoming hosts, and the condo has a warm, comfortable feel and is beautifully and thoughtfully decorated. It is located a very short walk from the gorgeous and secluded Playa Secreto, and a short drive into Puerto Morelos. Plenty of activities and things to see, but also really nice to just relax by the pool or on the beach. I would strongly recommend this condo for anyone thinking of visiting the area. We cannot wait to go back! | | Anita and Rajeev, New York City
(rajeev.ananda@gmail.com) |
| 02/22/08 | Positive | Rhonda and Chuck have a gem of a place to share with you. We just had the most relaxing week of vacation you can imagine. The condo and grounds are so comfortable you'll wish you could stay longer. The group of condos is down a quiet access road 1/2 mile off the main highway in a group of private homes with a 24 hour guard at the gate. We never locked a door the whole time there. At night you can leave the patio door open and fall asleep to the sound of crickets and the ocean (no traffic noise at all!) In the morning its a symphony of bird calls. Put on a pot of coffee and stroll out to the beach to watch the sunrise, or just sit at marvel at the palm trees and flowers.
Playa del Carmen is about 45 min drive south, and has a great outdoor mall that stretches a mile long with a million nice restaurants. The Mayan ruins at Tulum and Coba are an easy drive, and try the little town of Akumal for the best snorkeling (go through the arch and follow the road out to the end). Pick up a copy of the local tourist paper called Sak-Be. It had the best info including maps of all the beach towns. We highly recommend this place. Its beautiful, and Rhonda and Chuck and their neighbors couldnt be better hosts.
- - - Steve & Linda Joeckel,
Peterboro NY (near Syracuse) | | Steve & Linda Joeckel, Syracuse, New York |
| | 01/18/08 | Positive | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | | Lisa, Manitoba Canada |
| | 01/07/08 | Positive | | Great setting for a peaceful vacation, the owner lives next door and is very helpful with restaurant suggestions and local information. You will need a car if you plan to go to Puerto Morales. If you want nightlife and excitement go to Cancun or Playa del Carmen, this place is for those who want to slow down on vacation. The beach is across the road and not visable from the condo but the yard with pool and tropical vegetation makes up for this. Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again | | Anonymous, Minneapolis, MN |
| | 01/04/08 | Positive | | When I stayed at the condos, it was my first trip out of the US and I was very apprehensive. I didn't know what to expect. The owners made me feel very comfortable and were very hospitable. I really enjoyed the secluded beach, the outdoors environment, and evening cookouts around the pool. The place is very relaxing and laid back and all of my stress just seemed to melt away. I can't wait to go back! | | Nate |
| | 01/03/08 | Positive | We stayed at PdS for a week in December and it was FABULOUS! We had a great time just hanging out and enjoying the area.
We went to Playa del Carmen and the local town a couple of the nights we were there and had a blast - but we were very excited to get back to the condos and just relax. We neded up having one rainy day, but there's satellite TV, so there's always something interesting to watch (english & spanish).
The owners and condo manager are very helpful, from calling us taxis to telling us all the neat places to visit - they know it all!
My friend wasn't very excited about going and in the end it was hard to make him leave.
To sum up - I RECOMMEND IT! This place is GREAT! | | Stephanie, Alabama, USA |
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| 01/18/08 | | This was my first trip to Mexico and I had an absolutely fantastic time. The condo was comfortable, clean, well stocked and the owners were more than fantastic, we arrived late to find beer in the fridge, bread on the counter under a glass plate complete with butter and a bottle of wine! I would go back to stay at this condo in a minute! The beach is very quiet and beautiful, I don't think I have been so relaxed in my entire life. I am already trying to plan when I could go back! | |
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Great beach for swimming and sunning very few people around, it is like a "secret beach" I'd stay again.
