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Description

Casa del Sol, an Akumal Landmark and one of our favorite houses!

Casa del Sol is well known for its great location, right at the headwaters of Yal-Ku Lagoon, very private, and for its funky eclectic decor. Previously owned by the band The Grateful Dead, this house is perfect for large groups or families, and has hosted some big name celebrities in its time.

The outdoor kitchen and living area on the lagoon side of the property are great for entertaining and family get-togethers. Access to the lagoon is very easy, just down the garden path and across your own private bridge into the cool clear water of Yal-Ku where you can snorkel with the fish all day long. There is also a fabulous roof patio, half covered by a Palapa and half open to the sun and stars where you can sit surrounded by the lagoon and the jungle.

Casa del Sol is well known for the many unique murals painted throughout the house that highlight the area's Maya History and natural Beauty. This house is truly one of kind and lends itself very well to people just "hanging out" together and having a great time! Merily and Obideo, the caretakers, do an excellent job. They are very charming and will take excellent care of you. They are also available to prepare meals for an additional fee, which we highly recommend you try.

Casa del Sol offers many amenities including a swimming pool and a lagoon side palapa with plenty of hammocks and lounge chairs for snoozing away the afternoon. It also has a waterfall with it's own tiny dipping pool on the lagoon side of the property. The refreshing waterfall is a wonderful place to give yourself a water massage after a swim in the lagoon, and it's also great for kids to play in the dipping pool when the waterfall is switched off. Kids also love to play in the private purpose built sandy beach area down by the lagoon and palapa. There are outdoor showers and a bathroom for rinsing off after snorkeling and tanks for rinsing your gear.

Casa del Sol offers 5 bedrooms and can sleep up to 13 people. There are 2 bedrooms on the second level. One room has 2 twin beds and 1 double, the other has 1 double and 1 single bed. Each bedroom has a private bathroom and air conditioning. The Master is on the third level with a king bed, desk, private bathroom, air conditioning and a private palapa covered patio. For additional sleeping, there is a casita downstairs with king bed, private bathroom, stove and sink, and air conditioning. There is also a tower bedroom with a double bed, air conditioning and great views! There are also roof top-hammocks, shower and toilet. There is also a bathroom off of the main patio area. There is a TV with a Sky Mexico and DVD in the main living area. AC in bedrooms only.

Amenities

Living

  • Air conditioning in bedrooms
  • Beach Towels
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Concierge Staff
  • Guest Safe
  • Iron
  • Ironing Board
  • Laundry Service Available
  • Linens provided
  • Maid Service 6 Days Weekly
  • Massage available
  • Meal Packages Available
  • Security Safe
  • Cook available (add. fee)
  • Bath soap

Convenience

  • Cenotes nearby
  • Craft Shopping
  • Free Entrance to Yal-Ku Lagoon
  • Medical Services Nearby
  • Nearby Grocery
  • Restaurant w/in Walking Distance

Entertainment

  • CD Player
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite Television
  • WiFi

Outdoor

  • Balcony
  • Beach Chairs
  • Deep Sea Fishing
  • Garden Courtyard
  • Gas Grill
  • Off street parking for 3 cars
  • Outdoor Dining & Grill Area
  • Patio
  • Private Swimming Pool
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Scuba Diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Terrace
  • Walkway to Water
  • Water Access
  • Wildlife Viewing

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cookware
  • Full Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Paper Products
  • Purified Drinking Water
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Utensils
  • Coffee Filters
  • Dish Soap and Cleaning Pad

Rates

Casa del Sol, Weekly Rental Rates

Chef Services Packages Available! More Info Below*

Season 2021 DATES Rate
High Season Jan 5 - Apr 16 $3750 
Mid Season Apr 17 – Aug 20 $3150
Low Season Aug 21 – Nov 19 $2750
High Season Nov 20 – Dec 17 $3750
Holiday Season Dec 18 - Jan 4, 2022 $7550
  1. Non-refundable US$75 damage waiver required.
  2. The rate is based on 10 guests. Max. Occupancy 13 guests. Please add $150/person over the base rate of 10 guests. 
  3. Holiday reservations require a 7 night minimum. High Season min 7 nights stay, Mid and Low seasons min 5 nights stay, unless otherwise agreed.
  4. Rates are in US Dollars. Rates subject to change without notice.
  5. PET POLICY - PETS WELCOME! Please ask us about additional security deposit for pets.

CHEF SERVICE PACKAGES:

3 Day Package - US$300

5 Day Package - US$400

7 Day Package - US$500

- Includes the preparation of 2 meals per day (breakfast and dinner) for up to 10 guests. The cost of groceries and shopping fee are additional. 

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A wonderful place for a family vacation!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
February, 2020
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

A wonderful place for a family vacation. We were 8 adults, 3 young children and a baby. It is exactly like the pictures. A very beautiful yard. The staff are wonderful and we hired them to cook for us 3 nights. All great. Cheaper than eating out and plenty of food. The shrimp ceviche, grilled shrimp, and fajitas were amazing! Mucho Gracias! The snorkeling was fun. Go before 9:00 or after 4:00 to miss tourists. If it is calm go beyond the boys. We didn’t eat out at all so can’t comment. The Akumal Bakery has really good homemade ice cream. I would recommend buying your groceries in Playa before heading to Akumal. There is a general store and an OXXO but they have limited stock. All in all a beautiful location and home!

Penny
Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Great house Great staff!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
February, 2020
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

Great place to stay with your kids!

Jeff
Elk Rapids, Michigan, United States

Loved Casa del Sol and staff!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
January, 2020
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

We loved Casa Del Sol, a beautiful home and access to the lagoon was a treat. Definitely take advantage of Obedio's meals! We would definitely come back!

Soleil
Dent, MN USA

Great place for a family gathering!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
November, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

Casa del Sol is a great place for a family get together. Lots of space inside and out. Private pool, outdoor massage shower, and private access to the Yalku lagoon with great snorkeling. Obidio and Merilee keep the place exceptionally clean inside and out. And they are great cooks! They cooked several traditional meals for us to enjoy in the comfort of Casa del Sol. There are also great restaurants in easy walking distance. Beach access is a five minute walk. We highly recommend Casa del Sol.

Mary Ann & Neil
Jasper, Canada

What a fun house to stay in! So colorful!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
November, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

What a fun house to stay in! So colorful! We had 9 people and there was plenty of space. The house is sprawling. The mattresses were firm but comfortable which I like. The kitchens are fully stocked. There were large bottles of filtered water in each of the kitchens which was fantastic. We used the outdoor kitchen the most which was so cool. Having private access to the lagoon saves time and money (I think $14/person/day). The palapa with hammocks was a favorite spot. The on site couple (Obidio and Merily) clean everyday and will cook for a price which we did for dinner one night and it was delicious! Marcia (with Akumal Direct) is extremely warm and responsive when asked questions about the house, places to order groceries to be there upon our arrival or excursions. There is a safe in the main bedroom. Thank you Akumal Direct for the good times! We hope to return one day!

Akumal Direct
Evergreen, Colorado, United States

Wonderful space!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
August, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

Wonderful place with lots of space to enjoy! Thank you so much!

Toni
Rio Linda, CA

Thanks for the stay, we had a blast!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
March, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

The house is amazing, such a fun place to stay. We loved the local restaurants (especially La Buena Vida), and snorkeling in the lagoon (after 5 PM) was amazing. The highlight of the trip! Definitely worth the time of getting down there

Greg
Irvine, CA

Gracious hosts!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
March, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

We loved the property and the gracious hosts! Snorkeling was fabulous.

Jacqueline
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI

Words can't even begin to describe this magical place!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
January, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

Words can't even begin to describe this magical place...from the moment you walk in the doors you are transported to another world! The place is immaculately clean and beautifully decorated. Around every corner is something new to discover! Our favorite spot was the outdoor living area and kitchen where we had some of the best meals of the trip prepared by Obidio! The grounds are so amazing and we loved crossing the private bridge to snorkel in Yal Ku where we saw literally thousands of beautiful fish! This place is heaven on earth...we will definitely be back!

Kristy
Nixa, MO USA

Excellent Vacation at Casa del Sol

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
December, 2018
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

Casa Del Sol provided a wonderful family vacation for the 11 of us over the Christmas week. Although it was high season, when we were at the house it was tranquil and quiet. The lagoon, Caleta Yalku was beautiful, but did get crowded the week we were there. We had daily swims with snorkels and masks and it was filled with beautiful fish. It cleared at 5pm from it’s daily tours and we had it to ourselves until dark. The roof top was great for sunrises and sunsets.
We used the outside kitchen to gather and cook and Obidio made us amazing meals. We ate at the local restaurants, our two favorites are Que Onda and La Buena Vida, and ordered groceries for the rest of our meals. There are many iguanas at the house on the back patio. We had 2 golf carts and four bikes and used those for restaurants and market beach runs. We did not need a car having those. For excursions we booked with a local transportation service.

We would love to visit again.

Mindy
St. Louis

The saying of “mi casa is su casa” didn’t sink in until I stayed there

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
December, 2018 to January, 2019
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

The saying of “mi casa is su casa” didn’t sink in until I stayed there. Our family really did make it our home. We felt so comfortable and loved the lagoon access and rooftop views.
Obidio and Merryli (spelling?) are amazing. We had some great laughs as they cooked some of the best meals we had there. Those 2 added so much to our vacation.
I can’t imagine going to a all-inclusive resort where you never experience Mexico.
I loved the small town of Akumal (across the bridge) . What a tranquil and friendly place.
I can’t wait to come back.

Missy
St Charles, MO

Excellent snorkeling in Yalku Lagoon!

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
December, 2018
Source: 
Verified Guest Review
Rating: 
5

This home is very spacious, nicely decorated, with two well equipped kitchens (our family of 8, all adults, prepared at least 1 meal per day with plenty of fridge, freezer space and dishes, silverware, and cookware) for 9 days. The bedrooms were all air conditioned and great rooms and outdoor living areas were comfortable with overhead fans. Marilee and Obidio, the daily staff, were helpful and kept the home very clean. The property, garden, and back yard were so cool and private, eclectic, and natural. There is a nice swimming pool, plenty of space to sunbath, a palapa for shade, walkways and meandering paths. But, the very best part of the Casa del Sol is the backyard access to the most magical Yal-Ku Lagoon. Birds, iguanas, lizards, can be seen everywhere above the water and the fish under the water will take your breath away! Snorkeling as soon as we woke in the morning was a favorite, as was the late afternoon evening, to watch the pelicans fishing within several yards of where you're snorkeling. We saw over 20 different varieties of fish, some amazingly colorful!

Wendy
Byron, CA

"Excellent in every way!"

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
April, 2017
Source: 
VRBO
Rating: 
5

We had a wonderful stay here!

The aircon and fans worked beautifully. The beds were truly very comfortable! The place had everything we needed to cook simple meals. We felt utterly safe and welcomed by the people around us. The owner communicated well with us in answering any questions, and the neighbours too. The beach across the road was so beautiful! We rented a car and enjoyed the freedom to explore the area. Thoroughly recommend Casa del Sol.

Tanya M
Calgary, Canada

"Wonderful place to slow down"

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
February, 2017
Source: 
VRBO
Rating: 
5

We had a wonderful time at Casa Del Sol! It is a great place to slow down and relax. Not fancy but has everything we needed.

Fabulous beach in walking distance. Very authentic, low key Mexican town a short walk through the jungle. The people are very friendly and delightful. Jason is a very responsive and helpful host. Patricio and Elena on site are the sweetest, kindest people ever. Highly recommend!

Karen R.

"Excellent home base for exploring the prettiest section of Riviera Maya"

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
December, 2016
Source: 
VRBO
Rating: 
5

We had a great visit at Casa del Sol. The host and his wonderful local caretakers responded rapidly whenever we needed anything. It was only a short drive to: Akumal's Half Moon Bay with its corals just off shore and an unusually fine restaurant La Lunita (on way to the Yal Ku lagoon), the superb public beach just south of the ruins in Tulum (passing a well stocked supermarket), and the interesting jungle ruins of Coba. The adjacent Xcacel beach may be the prettiest of all--just watch for falling coconuts in the white sand parking area there. We did not do cenote diving but the most acclaimed holes are in the immediate vicinity. The expat retiree neighbors were a cheerful bunch, inviting our daughter to Christmas and socializing with Chan Chemuyil's police officer who patrolled the town and Xcacel on her ATV. We'd love to return to Casa del Sol if we have the opportunity. Thank you Jason Manly!

Milos M

"Wonderful week at Casa Del Sol"

Property Reviewed: 
Casa del Sol
Dates Stayed: 
January, 2015
Source: 
VRBO
Rating: 
5

It was completely as marketed and had everything we needed for the week, right down to the washing line to hang out our handwashing. The lovely extras such as bucket and spade for the 4YO for the beach came in handy, as did the beach chairs and towels - meant that our carry-on bag policy (from NZ!) worked out as we didn't have to take own towels etc. Within close proximity that all the Mayan Riviera offers, but far enough away from all the American flashy stuff of Cancun. Easy drive to Tulum and other local spots. We did an easy day trip to Cozumel Island from here. Jason was excellent with communications around the property and rental etc. We came from the south when we arrived, and he confirmed the directions to the property from that direction, so made it easy to find. The lady who looks after the house only speaks Spanish, but my minimal grip on the language was enough to comprehend her instructions on the usage of the fans or aircon units, and general information. Would happily return should we ever get the opportunity to do so. Oh - the beds were immensely comfortable - the best we had in the Yucatan (we stayed in hotels for the week before). The bed in the master bedroom must be a super king - it was fabulous!

Kirsten A
Christchurch, New Zeland

Casa del Sol

Reviewed on 2021-05-23 by Terisa S. of , Mexico
Updated on 2021-05-23
Review of stay from 2021-05-14 to 2021-05-21
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Once owned by the Grateful Dead it is older and show is it age but is well maintained and cared for. It was exactly what we wanted as it is a very unique property. The outside kitchen/pool/patio area was where we spent the majority of the time and was large enough to accommodate our large group (13 strong). The caretakers (husband and wife) were fabulous and provided us delicious meals. Akumal in general was a great area and we enjoyed our stay.

Peaceful Paradise Surrounded by Jungle and Water

Reviewed on 2021-03-28 by Renee G. of Royersford, PA United States
Updated on 2021-03-28
Review of stay from 2020-12-22 to 2021-03-23
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Casa del Sol changed our lives.

This space is a profoundly beautiful and healing environment. We led a longterm retreat sharing meditation, dance and yoga here. This venue was ideal to host artists, healers and creatives from around the globe.

The geographic location is ideal tucked away in a peninsula on a legendary lagoon. Formally owned by thee Grateful Dead, you can feel that these walls have seen some wild things.

Swimming in these waters is healing, and when you put on goggles a whole new world is revealed. Tropical fish, underwater caves and manta rays oh my!!

The outdoor areas are top notch! The backyard is epic with a feeling of the essence of Mayan indigenous culture. There is a Jaguar head totem statue, waterfall, palapa, pool and wonderful covered patio space with an amazing atmosphere.

The house keepers Obideo and Merily are a husband and wife who live nearby, and maintain a pristine environment 6 days a week. They are so helpful, kind and sweet.

We were inspired, transformed and experienced time dissolve in this YOUnique vortex. Somedays felt like weeks as natures magick beckoned deep presence and expansive awareness. Wild animals would cross through the backyard daily with iguanas who called the border home, birds living in the trees, an array of mammals who would scoot through and even a hermit crab showed up one day!!

Casa del Sol's rooftop view is priceless. Time stands still for moment as you enter the eternal now.

I highly recommend this as a retreat for you, your family or group to escape the matrix and remember who you are and why you are here.

Magick happens at Casa del Sol.

Best House in Akumal

Reviewed on 2009-10-12 by Trevor R. of Austin, TX United States
Updated on 2010-03-03
Review of stay from 2009-10-03 to 2009-10-10
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I've stayed here twice for a week, and everyone loved the house. The lagoon access, large patio, and outdoor kitchen are the best parts, and I would never want to stay somewhere without them. The tower bedroom is really neat, though you'd better be prepared to sweat in the summer and fall. The beds are kinda hard and the wireless internet signal doesn't extend much beyond the patio, but I guess you shouldn't be spending a lot of time sleeping or on the computer here... The manager, Roger, is very helpful, and the caretaker, Obideo, is indeed an excellent chef.

The Beautiful Casa del Sol

Reviewed on 2009-07-31 by Unknown of Ft. Worth, TX United States
Updated on 2009-07-31
Review of stay from 2009-07-21 to 2009-07-29
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The only dissatisfaction we had with Casa del Sol was the inadequate a/c unit in the Tower Bedroom. The view from there is magnificant, but my mother-in-law had to sleep in there and was very uncomfortable every night. The reservation process did not go smoothly and I often did not get responses to my emails prior to the trip. But once we arrived, everything went perfectly. Roger met us at the property and checked in on us every day. Obideo and Merily were there every day to prepare many delicious meals and keep the house tidy. They were all absolutely WONDERFUL!
Reviewed on 2009-12-13 by Unknown of Boulder, CO United States
Updated on 2010-03-03
Review of stay from 2009-11-20 to 2009-11-27
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Great R&R Retreat

Reviewed on 2010-02-14 by Dodie S. of Minneapolis, MN United States
Updated on 2010-03-03
Review of stay from 2010-02-05 to 2010-02-12
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The "backyard" is a treat in itself. Beautifully landscaped. Serene. Great place to lounge and read a great book or two. And with such easy-access to the lagoon, snorkeling was another simple pleasure at Casa del Sol.

A Family Paradise

Reviewed on 2008-04-14 by Dawn B. of Fort Worth, TX United States
Updated on 2008-04-14
Review of stay from 2007-08-14 to 2007-08-21
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We absolutely LOVED staying at Casa del Sol and are already talking about a return trip soon! The villa is so unique and wonderful. We really enjoyed Obideo and Merily and thought they did a fabulous job keeping the villa in order and preparing the most excellent food! One of the best features of Casa del Sol is it's proximity to the beautiful lagoon! Our kids were in heaven and loved being able to walk to the back of the propery and enjoy some of the best snorkeling we've ever seen! The public beach in Akumal is just a short drive up the road and was quite beautiful and relaxing. We had some wonderful meals, met some wonderful people and look forward to enjoying another vacation in the quaint little town of Akumal.
Reviewed on 2008-05-31 by Unknown of Golden, CO United States
Updated on 2008-05-31
Review of stay from 2008-05-21 to 2008-05-28
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A very beautiful house. We enjoyed the convenience of snorkeling in the lagoon and the tranquility of Akumal. While the view from the tower was breathtaking, we found the tower bedroom to be too hot to sleep in. Maybe a new air conditioner would help. The well equipped kitchens made it easy to prepare meals, however having Obidio cook was a was a treat. He prepared a couple of excellent dinners for us. We enjoyed spending time in the lower living area that blended into the attractively landscaped yard. Overall, a great house for a family or large group.

Family Reunion

Reviewed on 2008-09-24 by Sam J. of Sugar Land, TX United States
Updated on 2008-09-24
Review of stay from 2008-09-17 to 2008-09-21
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GREAT VACATION

Reviewed on 2009-02-24 by Heather C. of Salt Lake City, UT United States
Updated on 2010-03-03
Review of stay from 2009-02-14 to 2009-02-22
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The location right on yuku lagoon was excellent as was the help and the food they fixed for us. The outside kitchen was a wonderful place to hang.

This property was perfect for our extended family's vacation

Reviewed on 2009-01-05 by Unknown of Chicago, IL United States
Updated on 2009-01-05
Review of stay from 2008-12-27 to 2009-01-03
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An outstanding location for a family reunion!

Reviewed on 2009-04-15 by Fred T. of N Bend, WA United States
Updated on 2009-04-15
Review of stay from 2009-04-03 to 2009-04-10
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great place to stay, clean, helpful happy staff, location was perfect

Reviewed on 2009-06-28 by Lorinda C. of , United States
Updated on 2010-03-03
Review of stay from 2009-06-05 to 2009-06-12
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We would stay there again. Great for large groups, thanks for everything.
Lorinda

Perfect family vacation

Reviewed on 2008-04-10 by Alana G. of Calgary, Alberta Canada
Updated on 2008-04-10
Review of stay from 2008-01-27 to 2008-02-10
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The location was unbeatable and the house has everything a family needs. The only thing was that the main room lacks air conditioning and got quite hot when cooking and dining there. Other than that, it was amazing. There was great security and the housekeepers were warm and friendly.