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Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 124300 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Kitchen

Explore the area

Playa del Carmen, QROO

Playacar Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Playacar Golf Club
‪6 min walk‬
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal
‪16 min walk‬
Cozumel, Quintana Roo (CZM-Cozumel Intl.)

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About the neighborhood

Playa del Carmen

Located in Playacar within a short walk of Playacar Beach, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Quinta Avenida. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a patio.

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What's nearby

Playacar Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Playacar Golf Club - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Quinta Avenida - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
Playa del Carmen Main Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

Cancun Intl. Airport (CUN) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

‪Occidental Allegro - ‬9 min walk
‪Don Rafael - ‬5 min walk
‪Sports Bar Allegro Playacar - ‬9 min walk
‪La Barra Artesanal - ‬12 min walk
‪Occidental Vacation Club First Club Lounge At Allegro Playacar - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms

Welcome to the best strip of beach in Playa Del Carmen. Villa Ensueno is a fully equipped 5 bedroom plus separate casita only 5 houses from the beach. The famous 5th Avenue is a 15 minute walk to the best shopping and restaurants in the Mayan Riviera. Now over 1,000 restaurants! If you don't want to walk, taxis pass by every minute or two at the entrance to our street. We have room for several cars in the private driveway. The home is located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the gated community of Playacar, only a block from the Playacar golf course. The entrance to the community is guarded and we have security patrolling the streets 24 hours a day.

The beach by the house is set amongst multi million dollar houses and is a great place for kids and adults to play in the sand. Walk along the beach for 15 minutes or so towards town and Senior Frogs is there and the start of 5th avenue.

Each of the 4 queen bed main bedrooms on the upper floor has its own ensuite and shower. Off the kitchen on the main floor is the 5th main house bedroom with double bed and full ensuite. Steps from the back door is our separate guest house called the casita. It has a double bunk bed and full ensuite on the second floor. All rooms have air conditioning and recently upgraded mattresses.

The grand dining room has enough to seat 10 along with the fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen was renovated with granite counters and new appliances. We have satellite TV and free WIFI in the house if you need to stay connected.

An infinity pool with waterfall plus private backyard patios and palapa area. Solar heated as well. Plus we have a large community pool if you want to do laps and a tennis court steps from the back door shared by only 3 streets.

We have a full time person to cook your group breakfast and clean Monday to Saturday and she will even do your laundry before you leave if you like! Arrive home as you left. A gardener comes Monday to Saturday as well to check the pool and clean the grounds.
We are walking distance to the hard rock golf course
We have the best location and size home in the area.

Also keep your eyes up in the backyard, we have a resident monkey who is elusive but does like to make the occasional appearance high in the trees!

We have a local English and Spanish speaking management company who will ensure every step of your vacation is a success. From communication of all the steps to arrival at the home, taking a secure payment, and having maintenance staff available for immediate resolution of any issues.

We are a Canadian family living in the U.S. and fell in love with the area the first time visited Playa Del Carmen. We bought the home to create memories for our children and hope you join us creating special ones for yours.

The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 6.5 bathrooms, and a patio. There's space to spread out with 6 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Gordon Goss

Languages

English

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Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Communal pool
Private pool

Internet

Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster

Dining

Chef service

Bedrooms

6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

6.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Separate dining area

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Things to do

Golf
Tennis

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)

General

Unit size: 4,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Note from host: Splash pool is perfect for small kids.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

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

Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: noon

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

20 Percent off Your Summer Family Vacation. Sleep 12 Steps Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Playacar within a short 16-minute walk of Quinta Avenida and also 20 minutes on foot from Playa del Carmen Main Beach. You'll also find Playacar Beach and Playa del Carmen Maritime Terminal less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home; however, the accommodation features a private pool.

Is Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including a private pool and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring private pools.

Does Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms have a hot tub?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Cozumel Intl. Airport (CZM), which is 21.6 mi away (255 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms?

Yes, every accommodation at Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms comes with a deck.

Sleeps 12 short walk to the best beach in Playa, Infiniti pool, AC in all rooms Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Kari C.

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

This was a great property for a large group. We all had plenty of room to spread out but also room for all of us the pool! Alma was great and the host was very responsive.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana M.

Apr 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

The house is very nice. It is spacious; it is perfect for family vacay. The house is in a safe private community. The owner and manager are amazing and very helpful. Everything you need is at walking distance such as convenience stores, the beach, some restaurant and fifth avenue. Xcaret parks are very close as well 10-30 minutes driving. My whole family loved it!!!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Linda S.

Apr 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

March at the villa

This was our second time at the Villa, so relaxing. There were a few plumbing issues but they got resolved promptly. I will be back

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Gary S.

Jan 28, 2025

Extended Family Vacation

We stayed for 16 nights for an extended family holiday. Positives were a beautiful home and grounds. We loved the pool and the proximity to the beautiful beach. The house was exactly as shown in the pictures. Alma and the rest of the staff were wonderful and took great care of us. Alma went out of her way to do whatever she could to make our stay perfect. We very much appreciated the beach chairs and umbrella. On the downside, we had many issues that arose during our stay. Alma and Gordon were quick to respond to our concerns. Some were fixed immediately, some took more time and I feel some were not addressed at all. Even though it was really no one’s fault that some of these issues happened (mechanical), it still made our holiday less than perfect and even stressful at times.The biggest complaint that I have is with the cockroaches and various other critters that we shared the house with.

Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave R.

Jan 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chutzey 1.

Jan 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

The house was clean. Service was outstanding. I would recommend this for anyone vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marco M.

Nov 19, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

FANTASTICO!

THE PROPERTY WORKS WELL FOR FAMILIA & FRIENDS MINUTES TO THE BEACH , NICE INFINITE POOL WITH OPENING FROM LIVING ROOM TO POOL IF YOU WISH AND ALMA THE CHEF & MAID WAS TOP NOTCH, WE WOULD RECOMEND THIS PROPERTY TO ANYONE.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G., Vista, USA

Sep 11, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Women’s retreat

The property was wonderful any and all issues were immediately resolved. The owner is very attentive to needs. The housekeeper and maintenance person were wonderful and professional. I would stay here again

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki S.

Jun 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Reunion Vacation Spot!

We had a group of 13 (ages 3 to 70) between 5 different family units staying here for a birthday celebration/family reunion. There was space for everyone, and each couple/single person to have their own room and bathroom. The A/C in the bedrooms was fantastic. The house is on a gated street within a gated community - it’s very safe in the middle of PDC. The walk to the beach only takes a minute, and the beach itself is almost private bc you basically need to be staying in Playacar to access it. We virtually had the beach to ourselves all 10 days. The house pool is also perfect for hanging out - the kids preferred it to the big community pool which is a 2 minute walk. The kids LOVED staying in the pool house (which was very secure - we had been worried about strangers being able to get into the house, but in addition to the house being in a strictly guarded community on a gated street, you need a code to get into the pool house itself). It’s only a few steps from the main house. Communication with the host and the local managers was so easy. I had 3 people I could contact at any point, and they all answered immediately. Alma is an absolute gem - she is a fantastic cook, will have the house completely clean each day even with 6 kids running around, and will answer all your questions about the house and community. We had a fantastic time at this house, and we are thinking about making this our new yearly family reunion spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

roberto

May 23, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Big house very nice so beautiful and Alana very sweet person b

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly V.

May 20, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Experience

Gordon was always quick to respond. The house was beautiful and in a great location. Alma was wonderful in taking care of us and our every need! Highly recommend this location.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Apr 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family get away

The property was clean and well kept. It’s a vigorous walk into town for some older folks but doable. The air conditioning in each bedroom was a god send. Very much a family type atmosphere. Alma was great to work with, we loved having her there. We will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy V.

Mar 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

House was wonderful. Location to beach and 5th avenue was amazing. Alma was very nice and helpful. Gordon was an amazing host and helped us make our trip to playa the best ever!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tiffany D., Berthoud, Colorado

Mar 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Well…it was okay- but not fantastic.

As much as we want to give a higher rating- the best we can offer is 3.5/5. Our friend group visits Riviera Maya each year and this is about our tenth year renting VRBO’s. Overall, this is not one we would return to or recommend. There are others we liked a lot better. The positives: The house is nicely furnished and the pool is beautiful. There are beach chairs, umbrellas, and beach towels available. The caretakers were here almost daily, were very polite, and did a nice job. The neutrals: The communication was all through what’s app and google translation This house has many levels and not for anyone with ambulatory concerns. Including the trail to the beach. It’s a bit farther than a short walk and is not flat terrain, although, there are other paths you can take to get to the beach. There are a lot of keys and different codes for doors/gates. The outside pool seating area is quite small for the size of the house, although there are lots of separate places to gather. The negatives: The lock on a side door near the kitchen was difficult to close and lock. 2 of the bedroom en-suite toilets did not flush and were not usable. There wasn’t hot water for showers, except one. The dishwasher and oven were not functioning during our stay. If any food was not sealed in its original packaging, it attracted numerous large ants and one morning we woke to a couple of dead roaches on the kitchen floor. The bathrooms had minimal number of towels and they were very thin/worn.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ginger and Dan M.

Mar 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Playacar

Location was awesome for both the beach and downtown, found the information booklet provided, which is in both English and Spanish was an awesome resource. Any issues we did have were dealt with very quickly. Alma our maid was very amazing and thorough and easy to work with. Any questions we had were promptly answered by the owner. Our family of thirteen had an awesome family vacation at this residence and we would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B., Medicine Hat AB Canada

Feb 13, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Owner awesome to deal with.

We were 6 adults that stayed in this lovely home for two weeks. The area is beautiful, so well kept. Alma was fabulous, doing all she could to make our time there relaxing and pleasurable, happy and willing to help however she could. The kitchen was well stocked, pots were wonderful to cook with, we found mostly all we needed, only thing I can think of would be to replace the rubber spatula and salad spinner. House was kept very clean, pool cleaned consistently. Great lawn chairs to take to beach, and owner sent in beach umbrella when we asked if one there. The transport service JF Tours that Owner recommends was great, we used them for all out transfers, and their response time was quick and efficient. Furniture good, beds comfy, we weren’t lacking anything. My thanks to the owner Gordon, who is very caring and responsive, was a good vacation. Sam Bishop

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica H.

Jan 16, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun for all

Perfect for our family and closed to town

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Victoria W.

Dec 23, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip 40th reunion

Villa Ensueno was a wonderful getaway for a girls trip celebrating 40 years of friendship! Gordon and his on site team were spectacular, responsive and very accommodating! Alma is a dream and extremely hard working along with the pool crew! The home is safe , private and a few minutes to the warm clear beach we visited daily including 3 hours before our return flights!! Highly recommend Romeo’s Italian and Ilios Greek Live Show! Tulum and the Mayan Ruins a must using Gordon’s recommended transport company the day was easy breezy! Our only comment was we didn’t feel it would have worked for 6 adults 55+ who prefer private bedrooms & bathrooms. As it turns out we had 4 and it was perfect! Especially enjoyed the plunge pool at the end of the day to refresh & recharge ! Thank you to Gordon, Elena, Alma and the JF Rivera Tour team for making us feel So welcome !! We highly recommend this rental!!!

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Aug 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent place for family gathering

What a lovely, amazing, magical place Gordon and his family have made here. Plenty of room for many extended family and friends, daily housekeeping services provided by Alma, prompt and courteous communication from both the owner and the on site property manager. It’s close to two different shopping/dining areas, a very short walk to a beautiful, pristine beach, and an easy taxi ride away from so many wonders Mexico offers. We made memories for a lifetime and checked many items off our bucket list (manatees! Snorkeling with sea turtles! Jumping in cenotes! Xavage adventure park! Standing at the base of one of the 7 wonders of the world (Chichen Itza)!). And even with all that, staying at home and enjoying the plunge pool for hours on end was probably one of my kids’ favorite things of the whole trip. Would definitely recommend to others and it will definitely be on our list should we ever return to Playacar. Thank you!

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle E.

Jul 20, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing beach home and amazing place

Could not have been happier with the accommodations and the help rendered by the amazing housekeeper Alma. Everyone we interacted with was super responsive and top notch in every way including the property owner. The home is very close to the beach in a secluded cul-de-sac where it is in complete harmony with the manicured jungle around it. The small pool connected to the house was also really fun, we actually never ventured to the larger community pool because we like the one at the house so well. My only complaint is that there was some problem with the address where we had a hard time finding it and also our ride back to the airport. Other than that this was a 10/10 experience

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria F., New York, NY, East Hampton, NY

Apr 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely home in enchanted location

It was a fabulous home for multi-gerational gathering. We were a group of 6, but there was plenty of space for additional guests if needed. The host was in communication both before and after we arrived. Any questions or issues were handled immediately. A lovely woman named Alma came every day to take care of house and us. Pool man was there every day and was very pleasant also. The house had a number of updates, but also maintained much of the original Mexican charm. The community of Playacar is great , and very secure. We ranged in age from 3 to 76 and everyone loved it! Highly recommend this listing.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mimi D.

Dec 11, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family space

Wonderful location and great spaces for everyone. We were a family of 11 and there was plenty of room! The kids loved the plunge pool. There were plenty of beach chairs and umbrella for the short block and a half walk to the beach. Alma came every day to clean and she was wonderful!! Walking to town was easy and safe. Easy communication with owners and management too. Have wonderful memories to take back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

suzanne h.

Oct 16, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

From pre booking to returning home the property manager was very responsive and helpful. Everything about the process and the trip went better than expected. Gordon surrounds himself with the best of the best…transportation service, cleaning crew, host, cook. The house was just as listed. Very comfortable and clean. We used the pool everyday after returning from our adventures. Although the beach is within walking distance, we were so busy that we did not spend much time there. Fifth avenue is a little longer walk but doable. The party aspect of fifth avenue is not our thing but we did find several great restaurants that we enjoyed. Just look for a place where the Mexican locals are eating and you are sure to find a great meal! It was so enjoyable to spend time with local people and getting to know them and their culture. We had Maria cook several meals for us, alma came every day for several hours to clean, pool guy cleaned pool daily, and Elena (local host) was very helpful in setting up fishing and other activities for us. The icing on the cake was Fernando who provides transportation. We hired him to take us to Tulum, akumal, cenotes, snorkeling, and ruins. He was so much better than just taking a taxi or packaged tour group. He is kind, knowledgeable, and helpful. We left with so many happy memories of this place and these people. This trip was a splurge for us and we are so glad we splurged. Hope to splurge again someday and return to the same location!

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Jul 17, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Plenty of room for a group of 9, mostly adults. Very secured area and all amenities that we needed.

Beach is a little bit further than a few steps, something to consider for those that have difficulty with walking but still not too far. The home is very spacious and close to the famed 5th Avenue.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

ralph d.

Jun 27, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

We loved that the manager allowed our family from both houses to gather for breakfast and dinner (we had 19 in our family and were in two houses close together). We loved the pool. We loved the beach chairs and umbrellas available for our stay. A very nice property.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022