Me and my fiancee had an absolutely magical stay at Casa Vendaval! Full moon rises over the ocean, shooting stars and a sea turtle the size of a small car visited our beach two nights in a row to dig a nest! Such awesome sights! Little green lizards, black spiny tailed iguanas and hermit crabs of various sizes also frequented the patio daily!
Mac was a fantastic host! Pleasant, accommodating and generous throughout our stay, while also being very respectful of our privacy. He and Edwin met us at our shuttle, took our luggage and gave us a very thorough tour of the house before leaving us to settle in for the evening. We’d arrived late and all the restaurants were closed. To our absolute surprise, Edwin and Erma made a delicious assortment of fresh veggies, nuts, and tuna sandwiches. We’d shared our dietary restrictions, and for them to take that into account was beyond gracious. Mac and Edwin were also kind enough to arrange taxi service for us! We doubt you’ll really want to leave the villa, but if you do, restaurants are walkable at nearby hotels. Cleaned daily, the villa was immaculate and truly a paradise away from home. All the reviews are true! The kitchen was incredibly well stocked, the bed was more than spacious (I'm 6'4) and slept well, and the shower provided good pressure and piping hot water! The villa is also very well air-conditioned. Outside, enjoying a good book on the hammock proved too relaxing to stay awake! The pool is very nicely sized and the temperature was always perfect, day and night. It also has RGB mood lighting — a nice touch! Massages under the palapa by Sue, the neighboring masseuse, are heavenly! And Casa Vendaval’s beach is wonderfully maintained. The view, sounds, and breezes coming off the ocean are PERFECT. We had a few passersby at the shoreline, but no one lingered or was intrusive. Per Mac’s recommendation, we were able to get rapid antigen COVID-19 testing at the nearby Alea Hotel for $25USD/pp. Results were emailed within an hour.
I have looked far and wide along the Yucatan peninsula for such a place, and not only did I find it, but the value CANNOT be beaten! Mac provides you with EVERYTHING you need to know about the area (who, what, where, costs, etc.), and was still patient enough to answer all of our additional questions! He and his staff will make sure you’re taken care of! Don’t doubt, just book! Thank you Mac, Edwin and Erma for a wonderful first trip to Mexico! We hope to visit again!