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Escape to Jade Bay's tranquil shores and experience the warm hospitality of this charming beachfront cottage. Located in a private gated property, its cozy tropical garden is only 15 yards from the Caribbean Sea and a short walk to Akumal Village.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

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

The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya

A charming and comfortable beachfront cottage, located at Jade Bay in Akumal, Riviera Maya, Mexico. The cottage is privately located in the beautiful tropical garden of a private gated property. Its terrace is only 15 yards from the beach and a 10 minute beach walk from Akumal Village. A choice of cozy restaurants will satisfy your appetite. Akumal, 'the place of the turtles', is located between Playa del Carmen with its European flavoured vivid night life and Tulum with its historical Maya ruins. Carpark, private gate, and much more. To find out more visit our website, see link in 'Further Details' below.

Beautiful Beachfront Cottage: Usually, beach front villas along the Riviera Maya are big and not meant for a couple or small family to stay, they have usually 5+ bedrooms. The weekly rates are high and not affordable unless you shop around to fill the beds. Our Cottage offers you the Caribbean beachfront joy, the privacy of your own secluded tropical garden and beachfront. An affordable alternative in paradise!

How to Get There: Conveniently located close to the highway 307 from Cancun to Tulum, exit Las Villas Akumal, km 253. Isla Escape can be reached by public transportation with a transfer to the Paradas Continuas or a taxi at Playa del Carmen. All major car rental companies are present at Cancun airport. Car rental is also available at Akumal. Detailed routing will be provided with your booking confirmation through our website.

Where to Go, What to Do: This holiday destination offers a great variety of cultural, historical and leisure activities. If you don`t like 'activities' you may simply lay back and relax on the terrace or the beach with a good book and the ever lasting sound of the ocean. For an extensive tour and information of the area, please visit our website.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Whale watching 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

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Our check out is before 11 am. Please leave the sets of the keys to the property manager before check out! Wishing you a safe journey home. Thank you for staying!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 09040655

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Located in Akumal, this villa is in a rural area and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Akumal Beach and Half Moon Bay can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Puerto Aventuras Marina. Xel-Há Park and Akumal Ecological Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and ecotours. Visit our Akumal travel guide
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Akumal, ROO

What's nearby

  • Half Moon Bay which includes boating and a bay or harbor
    Akumal Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Golf course
    Riviera Maya Golf Club
    6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Half Moon Bay showing tropical scenes, a beach and a coastal town
    Half Moon Bay
    9 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Akumal Ecological Center
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Hekab Be Biblioteca
    14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Yucatan
    7 min drive
  • Thali Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Tequila Restaurant
    7 min drive
  • Restaurante Rodizio Steak House
    3 min drive
  • La Buena Vida
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya?

As of Mar 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya on Mar 31, 2026 start from CA $611, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya located?

Nestled on the beach, this Akumal villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Akumal Beach, Half Moon Bay, and Akumal Ecological Center. Riviera Maya Golf Club and Aktun Chen are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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The only and most charming luxury beachfront cottage on the Riviera Maya Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Joni V.

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So lovely!

We loved our stay. The cottage, the garden, the beach were all perfect for our family of 5. Jacob and Kim are the kindest hosts. We hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful bit of paradise

The hosts were very accommodating and helpful. The house was great and the location fantastic! We only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jedediah W.

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Excellent location for a relaxing vacation

The small home was clean and had amazing access to the beach basically right outside the back porch. There is a covered porch with a table and several chairs and lounging areas in the back yard overlooking the ocean. There is beach area is right there behind the house which is super convenient!Jacob was great and always available. Overall it was excellent!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Time

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The weather wasn’t on our side but the area has a lot to offer. We visited numerous Cenotes so it was fun to swim/snorkel in them. We explored the Tulum ruins - so much bigger than I would have imagined. Great restaurants are nearby but we also used the grill and relaxed. Jacob is an amazing host, we enjoyed his visits and loved seeing Tina 🐶. Thanks for sharing the casita with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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A wonderful stay!

Four of us -- myself, a friend from California, and my brother and sister-in-law -- had a most wonderful time staying at Kim and Jacob's fantastic cottage right on the beach at Akumal. We felt extremely well-looked after -- Edgar and Karen made sure everything was spick and span every day, and, being without a car, we were very grateful that Edgar could pick up groceries and take us to the ATM when necessary. We also had Edgar cook for us a few nights, which was super, and Kim's gifts of food and drink were highly appreciated! It's a really beautiful place -- extremely private, with its own little lagoon in front, but easy to walk to the softer sands to the left of the property to get deeper into the water for a good swim when you wish. And then you can walk 3 minutes to the right to Jungle Fish for dinner when you fancy a change (we enjoyed dancing to the lively cover band one night!). Very very tranquil -- we read, did yoga, played Scrabble, drank wine and talked -- and never stopped marvelling at the beauty of the location: thank you so much for everything, Kim and Jacob!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot

Great spot on the beach! very clean cozy house, nice and private, close to town, great host. Would stay here again!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis C.

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Great place

Great place. Great time. Jacob & Kim were terrific.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

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Lovely position with plenty of outside space for eating and sitting in a hammock and lying in the sun overlooking the beach. We were able to wander down the beach yo the Jungle Fish beach bar for supper if we wanted to eat out. A real highlight was snorkeling nearby with Green Turtles. The owner Jacob was very attentive and he and the groundsman Edgar did everything they could to make sure we had everythjng we needed including clearing the seaweed from the beach for us.Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

danielle s.

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Fantastic

We were looking for a place that was ocean front, private, and walking distance to a town. This place hit all the marks. Edgar who took care of us and made sure everything was taken care of. Will for sure visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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Absolutely Perfect

Jacob & Kim were amazing hosts. Their cottage had everything we needes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Awesome! Quiet and relaxing. Loved the Location

Jacob was awesome. The cleaning service was great and friendly. They did a great job. Easy to work with great location. There are a lot of wonderful restaurants nearby and close to activities. We would come here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2016

10/10 Excellent

Julie V.

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Isla Escape is better than advertised

We stayed here for a week - two adult couples. We were very comfortable and able to completely unwind and relax. The property is on the beach and has a wonderful yard and covered patio so you can really be outdoors all the time if you like. It is a very quick walk from the best restaurant in Akumal - Jungle Fish. The host is nearby and very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrianna S.

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Paradise

We absolutely loved our stay at Isla Escape. The location was perfect. We loved waking up to ocean views every morning. Moon was a fantastic host. She left us goodies at check-in and scheduled a massage for us. They took wonderful care of the property and cleaned daily. We enjoyed the space and the wildlife. Akumal Bay was a short walk or drive. We also enjoyed Jungle Fish, super close by
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky P.

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Believe the reviews!

Yes, this really is a wonderful place with a great host. It was perfect for two couples. Comfortable beds, inviting outdoor spaces and peaceful. Easy walk on the beach to the restaurants and shops of Akumal. Akumal is a delightful location away from the bustle of Tulum and Play aDel Carmen, but close enough to both for quick day trips. Three house is located on a quiet road of private homes and condos with friendly neighbors. Truly special.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Cottage

Words can’t describe what a beautiful piece of property this is. Pictures don’t do it justice at all. Great location, easy walk on the beach to Akumal and all the restaurants. Super quiet and private at the cottage and the owner Jacob lives next door. He was such a great host, had a wealth of knowledge on all the questions we had. We loved our stay at Isla Escape, very hard to leave this little piece of paradise. Thank you Jacob!!!

10/10 Excellent

Val B.

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Unforgettable Stay in Akumal

This beachfront cabana was a dream come true. The setting is magical — you truly feel like you’re alone in the world, with the sound of the waves as your soundtrack and direct access to the ocean. The large palapa (thatched roof patio) creates the perfect outdoor living space, with a comfy sofa and a big dining table to enjoy meals with the ocean breeze.Inside, the layout is ideal for a family: two private bedrooms plus a mezzanine with an extra bed. Everything is designed for a peaceful, comfortable stay immersed in nature.Just a 15-minute walk along the beach brings you to the stunning white sand of Akumal Bay. Pure paradise!What truly made our experience exceptional was the service. Kim and Jacob, the owners, were absolutely wonderful — kind, welcoming, and incredibly helpful. And a huge thank you to Edgar, the property manager, who took care of us throughout our entire stay. Truly a 5-star experience We’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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A beautiful, private retreat, right on the water

The ocean-side location, the views and the comforts of Isla Escape were exactly as advertised. Better yet, the casita is but a 20 minute beachside stroll to the wonders of Bahia Akumal. Snorkeling with sea turtles in this protected tropical paradise is not to be missed. The owners, Jacob and Moonea, live right next door and were extremely thoughtful and kind. Edgar who manages the property, along with his team, provided attentive service throughout, along with Edgar's cooking talents. The one quibble, is that if you have small children, or if you are not confident swimmers, this might not be the place for you. The seabed is largely coral and rock, not sand. While stunningly beautiful, you have to be careful not to injure yourself, especially in rough conditions. Swimming slippers are a must. Lastly, the casita is fully equipped for adventure; e.g., kayaks, snorkeling gear, wake boards. We would consider coming again. Gracias a todos.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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Beautiful family vacation spot!

We loved our stay at Isla Escape. Jacob's house is beautiful. My 3 sons, ages 7, 15 and 17 are all asking to come back. As a mom, I felt very reassured that we were in a safe neighborhood. The house was private even with other houses right next door. The garden was beautifully maintained with multiple places to sit and relax. The house and yard were cleaned daily, and on our last day they even offered to do our laundry so that I don't have a pile to do when we get home - what more can a mom ask for?! There were kayaks, life vests, some scuba masks, and beach toys. The kids also loved seeing the hermit crabs and lizards that would pass through outside. The Jungle Fish beach club was just a short walk down the beach and gave us a wonderful place to relax with food, a pool for the kids, and drinks. We were able to explore all around Riviera with our rental car- cenotes, Mayan ruins, Isla Mujeres, swimming with the sea turtles at Akumal Beach, monkeys at Punta Laguna, snorkeling, fishing. This region has it all. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

danielle s.

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Lovely place with so much privacy. Own beach basically and only. Nice walk into town. Was very lucky to get to see momma turtles laying eggs and another night seeing baby turtles making their way to the ocean. Unforgettable memories. This was our second time staying here and will for sure stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

holly s.

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The perfect place

This Casita is absolutely perfect...beautiful, serene and impeccably maintained. Absolutely the best place we've rented and can't wait to go back. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cory D.

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-Perfect

Kim & Jacob were the perfect hosts, the house, views and grounds were amazing. The last nights meal and massages was the icing on the best vacation yet. looking forward to doing it again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

valarie h.

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Girls trip

My friends and I had an amazing time in Mexico! Casa Moonee was an absolute wonderful place to stay! My friends and I are so happy we went with the area of Akumal, it was a great spot!!! We adventured around and decided we made a wise choice! The sargassum in the Akumal area was extremely minimal compared to other areas. We felt safe and everyone we encountered were so nice! We treated ourselves to a special swanky dinner at Alux restaurant, very high end but worth the experience!! We didn't have a bad meal anywhere we went and the service was great for us everywhere. I highly recommend Akumal dive shop, Emilia was a wonderful dive instructor and the Dos Olos Cenote dive was magical! No fish or coral but a beautiful dive in a cavern like setting. Jacob and Kim were amazing hosts and gave us wonderful recommendations for our adventures! I also highly recommend getting the private massages at the cottage, it was wonderful and relaxing! I would highly recommend Casa Moonee to anyone! Such a beautiful and peaceful vibe!! We rented a car and I highly recommend that!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariano G.

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Amazing location, great property, great hosts

The property is location is amazing, right on the beach and about 200 yards from a pretty cool reef for snorkeling. The checkin and put were smooth and the hosts are there every time you need them. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

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Beach Vacation

The pictures don’t to the property justice. Located in Akumal between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, close access to everything. Your own private beach with snorkeling and kayaking steps away. Kim and Jacob were kind and courteous hosts. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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Perfecto

Location is Perfect for Us. We were looking for privacy and no hustle and bustle. House and property were beautiful. Our flight got canceled and Caretaker was very responsive and accommodating, allowing us to stay until next guest was scheduled to arrive. Definitely will return….
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022