Title: Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=19071419&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool ## Photo gallery for Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool ![Property grounds - Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool (Puerto Escondido)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071500/19071419/w1536h2049x1y0-ac102063.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool (Puerto Escondido)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071500/19071419/39696125.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool (Puerto Escondido)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071500/19071419/f2db0bae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool (Puerto Escondido)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071500/19071419/678be2d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool (Puerto Escondido)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19080000/19071500/19071419/be43bfaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Imagine yourself at Villa Lumina, surrounded by tropical Mexican beachside beauty. Unwind in the spacious palapa area with comfortable sofas, or take a few steps to access the stunning beach. With an open kitchen and large BBQ, you can cook up a storm while enjoying time with family and friends. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool Set on the Pacific Ocean, Villa Lúmina is a fully private oceanfront retreat with a sea-view pool and lush tropical gardens. Made for large groups (sleeps up to 14) it blends open living spaces, gardens, and water effortlessly, creating spaces to connect, relax, party and enjoy — by the pool, on the beach, or around the table. Luxury feels natural, time slows, and memories happen in your own tropical oasis. The space: An open, oceanfront villa where architecture, nature, ocean sound, and uninterrupted Pacific views create calm, space, and connection. Every area enjoys sea views and high-speed Starlink internet, designed for large groups to gather, relax, and enjoy life effortlessly. ⸻ Key Spaces Dining Room / Coworking Area A large, artisanally crafted communal table with ocean views and Starlink connectivity. Designed for shared meals, remote work, creative sessions, and conversations that naturally stretch into the day. Ocean-View Living Room A spacious living area facing the Pacific, ideal for board games, relaxed conversations, reading, or simply unwinding together while listening to the waves. Outdoor Living Expansive tropical gardens that immerse you in nature while preserving privacy and comfort. Hammocks, shade, and open green spaces create a seamless indoor–outdoor rhythm for unhurried afternoons. Patio & Pool Area A private ocean-view pool with lounge seating and sunbeds. Enjoy morning coffee, sunset drinks, or long conversations drifting between water, sky, and sea. Grill Area A dedicated outdoor grilling space designed for shared meals and casual gatherings — perfect for cooking together, evening barbecues, and relaxed dinners under the open sky. ⸻ Bedrooms & Sleeping Arrangements Fall asleep to the sound of the ocean and wake up to sea breezes and soft Pacific light. All bedrooms are designed for comfort, privacy, and deep rest. Master Bedroom • King bed • En-suite bathroom • Spacious, serene, and ideal as the primary suite Bedroom 2 • King bed • Full bathroom • Quiet and private, ideal for couples Bedroom 3 • Double bed • Full bathroom • Comfortable and peaceful, with the ocean’s rhythm nearby Bedroom 4 • Two double beds • En-suite bathroom shared with Bedroom 5 • Ideal for friends or family sharing Bedroom 5 • One double bed + two single beds • En-suite bathroom shared with Bedroom 4 • Flexible layout, ideal for families or mixed groups ⸻ Kitchen & Shared Meals The kitchen is the calm, functional heart of Villa Lúmina. Fully equipped with stove and oven, two refrigerators, freezer, grill, and complete cookware and utensils, it’s designed for shared cooking, long meals, and effortless hosting — where food brings people together without hurry or effort. ⸻ Care & Services Supportive, discreet, and never intrusive. Services are designed to preserve serenity while ensuring comfort throughout your stay. • Daily housekeeping included • High-speed Starlink internet throughout the entire villa • Fresh towels, linens, and bath amenities • Washing machine, iron, and ironing board • Grocery pre-stocking available upon request • Local recommendations for beaches, nature, dining, and experiences Equally suited for mindful holidays or longer, unhurried stays (15 days or more). ⸻ Guest Access & Peace of Mind Guests enjoy exclusive access to the entire property, allowing the villa to feel fully private from the moment you arrive. Located within a gated community, Villa Lúmina benefits from discreet security patrols day and night, offering peace of mind without interrupting the sense of openness and calm. Access includes all bedrooms, living, dining, and kitchen areas, tropical gardens, private pool, outdoor lounge and dining spaces, and direct beach access. • Gated entrance • On-site staff available when needed • Security patrol in the surrounding area Protected, private, and deeply connected to nature. ⸻ Good to Know • Free large on-site parking • Pet-friendly (with prior approval) • Long-term stays welcome • Assisted self check-in available • House rules in place to protect serenity, nature, and neighboring residences • Federal regulations prohibit bonfires and fireworks on the beach ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Ceiling fan ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 3 pets total ### 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 - No elevator (single-level property) - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Safe ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the marina - Near the ocean ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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) ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Garden - Grey water recycling system - Recycling - Vegan dining options - Vegetarian breakfast available - Vegetarian dining options - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Honeymoon Room, 1 King Bed, Hot Tub, Beach View | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74720000/74716900/74716878/998579cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Kuaa Puerto Escondido - 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No loud noise after 10 pm, please be respectful of neighbours and staff. Please do not take pool towels to the beach as the sand breaks the washing machine. ### Pets Pets allowed Welcoming dogs and cats only 3 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 This property uses a grey water recycling system 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ## About the area Located in Santa María Colotepec, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zicatela Beach and Punta Zicatela. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Santa María Colotepec travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Colotepec.dx553248635640637608) [View more Villas in Santa María Colotepec](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Colotepec-Villas.d553248635640637608-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C15.78787%2C-96.94557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FJB8kpxJjL-8EAHyZ4yZytOeOhQ=) Puerto Escondido, OAX ### What's nearby - ![Zicatela Beach showing a sunset, surf and surfing](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138538/c07771ef-fd76-400f-9aea-155b492d0db4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Zicatela Beach 22 min drive \- 15.3 km - ![Beautiful and amazing place . ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2918/9fcf81a2-371a-4af8-ab7e-af0c9aa0339d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Commercial Walkway 30 min drive \- 18.9 km - Punta Zicatela 23 min drive \- 15.6 km - Marinero Beach 29 min drive \- 18.5 km - Principal Beach 30 min drive \- 19.3 km ### Getting around - Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca (PXM-Puerto Escondido Intl.) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Las Garrochas Hoguera Mezcalera 10 min drive - Restaurante La Florida 6 min drive - La Lupita 12 min drive - el fonografo 9 min drive - Rrestaurant Doña Reyna 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool have a pool? ### Is Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool? ### What time is check-out at Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool? ### Where is Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Villa Lumina, Puerto Escondido- Private Oceanfront Villa with Pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 6.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt B. Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous beach vacation Lupe and the cook Juana were wonderful. The meals she prepared were delicious. The pool looking out on the beach was such a fun addition. Great spot for sunrise walks. One day in fact we saw a few guys training horses on the beach right after sunrise. There were a few dolphin off shore. Our group really enjoyed our stay ##### Matt B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katrina C. Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect anniversary and family trip We visited puerto 5 years ago and knew it was the perfect place to celebrate our 10 year anniversary with our family. The place was beautiful and clean with views of the pacific and beautiful sunsets. The staff and all the meals were great. Lupe and Juanita really went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and Catherine was easy to communicate with. Would love to come back in the future! ##### Katrina C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Esther V. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private beach villa Our group of 11 adults and 4 young children had an incredible stay at Villa Lumina. The sunsets, sunrises, and stargazing were spectacular. The house was simple, clean, and had a range of comfortable seating. Lupe, the house care taker was wonderful. He did many grocery and snack runs for us, making the time extra relaxing. The home, rooms, and pool were cleaned daily. We hired a cook for our stay and the meals were fresh and tasty. Drinking water was provided. The beach is stunning and a very serene, private place to walk. ##### Esther V. Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### dina Feb 8, 2025 Liked: Amenities Luminar is in a remote gated community which is stunning. Lots of spectacular homes. The beach front access and pool were worth it alone and the open air home is definitely a unique experience. We loved all of that. The house is a bit dated and not quite like the photos. We wanted to hire the private chef but ended up cooking for ourselves - communications a bit confusing. The bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and tidy but kitchen wasn’t terribly clean. We limited our use of things to a few items we washed ourselves. All in all though we enjoyed our 2 days. ##### dina Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ginger W. Aug 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Bit of heaven The place is beautiful with sunrise and sunset walks on the pristine beaches. The infinity pool is delightful. Meals sitting at the incredible wood table. We had an unfortunate language misunderstanding with Lupe, the property manager which caused great distress for him and for me, it led to some hurtful accusations from the owner. Once the misunderstanding was cleared up, things were much better. Lupe helped us to arrange two different activities. The bioluminescent boat ride was good and we would have had difficulty planning it without Lupe help. The boat ride out of Plays Angelito that he arranged for us was about $2000 pesos more than if we had arranged it ourselves which would have free been very easy to arrange at the beach. The house its beautiful and the beach is empty and tranquil. The down side of this is that if you don’t have a car, it is going to cost about $1000 pesos each way to go into town. ##### Ginger W. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sofia C. Feb 15, 2015 #### Perfect New Years' Family Vacation!!!! We had a fabulous, fantastic, PERFECT New Years vacation with our family! Your home is beautiful, open, relaxing...the beach, the view, the hammocks, the pool, everything was incredible!!! Carmen was wonderful as well, everyone treated us very nicely. We can't wait to go back!!! ##### Sofia C. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike S., Monroe, Wisconsin United States Feb 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation Beautiful property. Our family loved the beach and pool. Rayna, the chef, was wonderful. Our only hiccup was some communication regarding transportation from the airport to the property. After that, it was all good! ##### Mike S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Aug 8, 2014 #### Paradise on Earth I actually shouldn't be reviewing this, because I'd love to keep this a well kept secret. But honestly, this is among the nicest places I have been on the planet. The setting is absolutely spectacular, it's right on the beach, as in, if you walk 20 meters from the pool, you will be in the ocean. The views are incredible. We saw dolphins swim every single day we were there. The building and property is beautiful, clean and well kept. And Cath is the perfect host. I can't recommend this enough, it's so incredible. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginger W. Nov 8, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Didn’t want to leave! The large open common area was perfect for our group of 10 friends. Beautiful open space to gather. The Pool was always clean and inviting. The beach was empty with great sunrises and sunsets. The waves were big enough to be fun but not so big to be intimidating. The stars at night were gorgeous! We hired the cook which was great. Everything she made was delicious and her smile and laugh were filled with sunshine. The place is about a half hour drive outside of Puerto Escondido so bring what you want it with you or go ahead and hire them to do the cooking and shopping. Will cry Will certainly stay here again for a family or friend retreat! ##### Ginger W. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 10, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect place to relax The Villa was a little piece of heaven. Our group of 3 families loved the openness of the living space where we could all gather to play games, watch whales, or just see the sunset. The space takes full advantage of the ocean view and warm weather-we felt like we were outside all week, even when we were hiding in the shade. It was particularly nice to be able to eat meals together at the long and gorgeous wooden table. The house isn't quite luxury status, but was clean and beautiful. Sara cooked incredible meals for us every day, and was happy to accommodate our special requests for local favorites like mole and Tlayudas. When one of the kids was stung by a manta ray, Sara called Lupe for us and he came immediately, offering assistance and advice and connecting us to a local doctor. When we asked about a cooler for a beach trip, one appeared in minutes. (For other visitors, come prepared to speak Spanish, or bring a dictionary :) Our Spanish is awful, but we managed. We swam and surfed right from the house every day (though the waves would be too dangerous for smaller kids). Overall, we had a fantastic time at Villa Lumina and are already missing the warm weather and homemade guacamole. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### OPP-Carrie G. Mar 25, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful property Property is wonderful. Located about 10 miles from town. Recommend paying for the chef and grocery buyer. Will need transportation to get to from town. Lots of mosquitos, so keep doors and windows closed. ##### OPP-Carrie G. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jack P. Feb 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Bliss The house, location, and staff exceeded all our expectations. Comfortable and chic, we were not at a loss for anything. It is simply a paradise. I highly recommend hiring Jaunita the cook who is a lovely person and makes the best food ! The owner Cath was lovely to deal with, very attentive and happy to assist and answer questions. I couldn't and neither could any of our group be any happier with the place and our stay. Just fabulous. ##### Jack P. Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sonia n. Jun 28, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing family time We are a group of people with very different taste, but we all enjoyed the beautiful view of the ocean! Being so close to the beach was amazing ! Drinking coffee in the mornings was the best part of my stay. The house is very spacious and clean it was great to be so close to nature! The services was excellent, Food was tasty and fresh it made our stay very pleasant. Very easy to communicate with the property owner Can't wat to go back !!! ##### sonia n. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick N. Dec 13, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect beach getaway Villa Lumina was everything we were looking for. A nice pool, clean rooms, a big area for cooking and dining. The beach here is amazing. I would highly recommend this property to friends. ##### Nick N. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 3, 2019 #### Excellent place to get away. Well managed and as beautiful as the pictures. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Saw whales, swam off and on all day in pool or in ocean. You will not be disappointed! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lee N., Leavenworth Jan 21, 2019 #### Very open design with interesting palapa roof and straight on ocean view We really enjoyed this home and property with it's open plan and up close view of the beach. We had planned to get out and do more but simply didn't want to leave. ##### Lee N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria L. Aug 11, 2018 #### Paradise We loved the house it was very comfortable and beautiful. We just wanted to stay in and enjoy the house . Lupe the house manager and Elena our cook were amazing and very nice . I would definitely stay again the only flaw I would say the house has is there is no A/C , the fans do help but A/C would be nice . ##### Victoria L. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Molley G. May 20, 2018 #### This property is everything you want. Gorgeous! Vaulted palapa. Lots of lounging areas. Updated kitchen. Final and grill. Grass and hammocks. A beautiful pool on the beach. Plenty of space for guests. The master opens onto the sea. Fall asleep to the waves crashing at night. Beautiful safe location and the staff is amazing. The food from Gloria was well worth the charge and more. Lupe took us everywhere we needed to go and the house was always neat as a pin. I couldn’t recommend this property more. We even enjoyed beachside massages. We loved it and will come back again and again. ##### Molley G. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia B. Jan 24, 2018 #### Fantastic relaxing and fun family time The Villa is located on a long, beautiful, beach that is used by very few people and on which we could see dolphins several times a day and even a small whale. The house is fantastically designed to take advantage of the view to the beach from all the common areas, including the kitchen, and to foster interactions among the people staying there while allowing for privacy of those who want so. Lupe and Lucy who take care of the administration and the cleaning of the house are extremely nice. Elena the cook was fantastic. Pre-arrival planning with Catherine could have been smoother and more respectful but all worked well in the end. ##### Patricia B. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stefanie D. Oct 4, 2017 #### Paradise As every time we have come to Casa Lumina we had an amazing experience. This time I came back with all my family including toddlers and it is the perfect place to relax and have a fabulous time. The beach is amazing, the property is impecable and of course the people who took care of us (Lupe and Gloria) were always very attentive. You have to be thankful for their smiles and especially because they are proactive. We have made amazing memories in this house and are more than thankful to Catherine for opening her house to us! This is the place to come if you want a beach vacation! ##### Stefanie D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### stephanie a. May 26, 2017 #### Gorgeous ocean front property! Our family has a wonderful time at Villa Lumina! The setting was perfect for our family to connect, relax and enjoy the beauty of the ocean and scenery. We spent several hours swimming in the pool and playing games in the common area together. We all felt relaxed and could not have had a better experience. I recommend hiring the cook. She was so sweet and cooked us wonderful meals. ##### stephanie a. This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 8/10 Good #### eric m., sherbrooke qc canada Mar 8, 2017 #### one of the best outside set up this is the fourth villa that i rent and it was wonderfull once again. the set up of the kitchen,living room and the pool is perfect with a great wiew of the dolphins and whales. the staff do a very good job.the roof fan in the bedroom are perfect to sleep.The only things that have bothered me is there was a lot of ants and somebody come during the night and stole the toaster ,blender, my telescope,my laser light,some cell cable. anyway it was a great trip we saw a turtle lay eggs in the sand. i recommend villa lumina ##### eric m. Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### David M., Las Vegas Mar 2, 2017 #### Understated Luxury Just Outside of Puerto Escondido This is a knock your socks off property. From the outdoor kitchen and dining area to the infinity pool falling off almost literally to the ocean, you won't be disappointed here! With three bedrooms with their own bathrooms and two bedrooms sharing a Jack and Jill bath, this is a wonderful property for small groups or family reunions. However, there are two caveats. 1\. It is not in, or near the center of Puerto Escondido. If you are going to town, or even to a store, you will need a car/driver, or will have a long walk to the main road and then about a 12 KM bus ride. 2\. At night, the big outdoor room does not light up like it is in the picture. This makes group time around the table difficult once the sun goes down. That means if you are a couple, family or group that likes playing games at night, it's gonna be pretty dark. Neither of those should be deal breakers for you though. The owner is super quick to respond if need be, the staff is incredibly helpful and trust me, you're gonna love this house. Would I return? For me this is always the rubber meets the road question. The answer... Yes! Of course. Notes... the bus ride to Puerto is about 20 pesos. A taxi ride to the house is currently 300 pesos. A van, seating 10 people, is 700 pesos. the ride takes about 20 minutes. Mazunte will cost you about 30 pesos on the bus, plus 20 pesos for a local colectivo to get you near the beach and/or Turtle Museum. While the water heater is not huge, all of had mostly hot water all week. A welcome experience compared to some rentals in other parts of Mexico. ##### David M. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### SERGIO MIGUEL M. Sep 6, 2016 #### Wonderful vacations on worderful place, Hermosas vacaciones en un hermoso lugar!! Fuimos por una semana a esta maraviloso lugar en familia. Ubicando en la costa de Oaxaca, cercana a Puerto escondido, se encuentra Villa Lumina, una casa a la orilla de la playa, con todo lo indispensable para pasar unas buenas vacaciones de descanso. Jardín con un par de hamacas, en el centro una piscina de muy buen tamaño, por un lado una zona de asador y todo esto con el mar de frente, caminas unos 15 pasos y ya tienes arena en tus pies, lo más impresionante es que es una zona poco turística, por lo que la playa era completamente para nosotros. Dentro de la casa una zona de estar muy amplia, eramos 12 personas y todos cabíamos perfectamente, lo mismo el comedor. Aunque estabamos lejos de la ciudad, no nos hizo falta nada, ya que Lupe el vigilante día a día se encargaba de llenar la alacena y cualquier otro pedido. Por otro lado Gloría la cocinera nos deleitó con su amplio conocimiento de la gastronomía típica de la costa Oaxaqueña. Por el traslado del Aeropuerto a la Casa (aprox 40 min) o a cualquier otro sitio, nosotros fuimos a Mazunte, Zipolite, Puerto Escondido no hay que preocuparse ya que esta disponible una camioneta de 14 pasajeros. Toda la familia quedó fascinada con el lugar y prometimos volver, muy recomendable!! ##### SERGIO MIGUEL M. Stayed 6 nights in May 2016 This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### sophie c. Aug 16, 2016 #### increíble casa en frente al mar Si buscas un lugar tranquilo, bonito y frente al mar, la casa de Cath es el lugar ideal. Pasamos unos días en familia y estuvo increíble : jugando en la alberca con vista al pacifico, paseando en la playa sin nadie alrededor, cocinando rico en un espacio abierto, descansando en el hamaca. Los cuartos están limpios, amplios, todos equipados de mosquitera en las ventanas y puertas para dormir sin que te molesten los mosquitos. Una casa altamente recomendable ! regresaremos- ##### sophie c. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Casa Yati](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Tonameca-Hotels-Casa-Yati.h110741100.Hotel-Information) > > [Royalton Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort & Casino - Newly Renovated](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Royalton-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h8655945.Hotel-Information) > > [Breathless Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Breathless-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-Spa-Adults-Only.h11868477.Hotel-Information) > > [Secrets Akumal Riviera Maya - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Akumal-Hotels-Secrets-Akumal-Riviera-Maya-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h10489505.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Principe Grand Tulum - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Akumal-Hotels-Bahia-Principe-Grand-Tulum-Newly-Renovated.h870784.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Sunset Princess - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Grand-Sunset-Princess-All-Suites-Resort.h49260249.Hotel-Information) > > [Suites Bello Xochimilco](https://www.expedia.ca/Oaxaca-Hotels-Suites-Bello-Xochimilco.h3739129.Hotel-Information) > > [Haven Riviera Cancun - All Inclusive - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Haven-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-SPA-All-Inclusive-Adults-Only.h23092201.Hotel-Information) > > [Majestic Elegance Costa Mujeres – All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Costa-Mujeres-Hotels-Majestic-Elegance-Costa-Mujeres-All-Inclusive.h33884103.Hotel-Information) > > [Nílu Puerto Escondido by Selina](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Escondido-Hotels-Selina-Puerto-Escondido.h22415538.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Vallarta - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Riu-Vallarta-All-Inclusive.h1542278.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Jade Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Dreams-Jade-Resort-Spa-All-Inclusive.h2474091.Hotel-Information) > > [Ocean Coral & Turquesa All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Ocean-Coral-Turquesa-All-Inclusive.h1823032.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostal Eclipse Oaxaca - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Oaxaca-Hotels-Hostal-Eclipse-Oaxaca-Hostel.h33446160.Hotel-Information) > > [Terrestre, a Member of Design Hotels](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Huatulco-Hotels-Hotel-Terrestre.h73003422.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Dunamar - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Riu-Dunamar-All-Inclusive.h18133944.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marina El Cid Spa & Beach Resort All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Hotel-Marina-El-Cid-Spa-Beach-Resort-All-Inclusive.h1319425.Hotel-Information) > > [Planet Hollywood Cancun by Royalton, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Planet-Hollywood-Beach-Resort-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h36774901.Hotel-Information) > > [Vivo Resorts](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Escondido-Hotels-Vivo-Resorts.h8116093.Hotel-Information) > > [Aldea Paraíso](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Escondido-Hotels-Aldea-Paraiso.h88958897.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Riviera Cancun Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Dreams-Riviera-Cancun-Resort-Spa.h2941578.Hotel-Information) > > [Barceló Maya Riviera - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Xpu-Ha-Hotels-Barcelo-Maya-Riviera-Adults-Only.h36023215.Hotel-Information) > > [Zen Suites by Regente](https://www.expedia.ca/Oaxaca-Hotels-Suites-Regente-Oaxaca.h10617843.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Jalisco - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-Riu-Jalisco-All-Inclusive.h897912.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Sapphire Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Now-Sapphire-Riviera-Cancun.h866428.Hotel-Information) > > [Excellence Riviera Cancun - Adults Only All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Excellence-Riviera-Cancun-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h1120449.Hotel-Information) > > [Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun, An Autograph Collection All-Inclusive Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Playa-Del-Carmen-Hotels-Royalton-Splash-Riviera-Cancun.h78626183.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Escondido, Puerto Escondido, a Member of Design Hotels - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Escondido-Hotels-Hotel-Escondido-Adult-Only.h6677682.Hotel-Information) > > [KYMAIA Hotel Puerto Escondido](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Maria-Colotepec-Hotels-KYMAIA.h110787689.Hotel-Information)