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WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio

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Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

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  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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QRO, Bacalar
  • Popular LocationLake Bacalar9 min walk
  • Popular LocationLaguna Bacalar Ecological Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMunicipal Spa of Bacalar8 min drive
  • AirportChetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.)40 min drive

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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.

WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio

Waterfront wrap around patio!

Enjoy a lake front view of Laguna Bacalar from your private patio. Our unique loft styled palapa features a gigantic patio with dining table plus outside chairs for enjoying the view. Inside the upstairs loft has a king size bed while downstairs is a fully equipped kitchen (okay no oven – but rarely used here in Bacalar) – a spacious living room with a trundle bed allowing two others to sleep peacefully . There is Wifi both inside and out allowing you two work or stream videos. The Palapa is designed as the Mayans did with palms creating a thatched roof designed to keep the interior cool . Due to this special design there is NO AIR CONDITIONING in the Palapa. Windows are large and allow air to flow. Plus we do have plenty of fans to also keep you cool. The bathroom is large with both hot and cold water.
The shared dock is 20 steps down to the water where you can enjoy swimming , floating or simply relaxing under the shaded palapa roof.
We are only a 7 minute from town but due to our northern location – we are extremely quiet , unique and private. You can see flocks of parrots, parakeets and even toucans in the trees here. And the stars you can see at night breathtaking!!
And we are dog friendly too!
Come and enjoy peace and solitude here at Pehaltun.

- Kitchen essentials: 2-burner stove, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker, blender, pots & pans, dishes, glasses & utensils, cutting board

- In-suite tiled bathroom, couple-size shower, towels

- Table and chairs for 4 inside and also outside

- Hammock inside, lounge chairs outside

- Large ceiling fan and floor fan (no A/C)- 24/7 electricity and hot water

- Palapa roof (thatch) with large dormers front and back provide great ventilation

- 20-liter tanks of drinking water, replaced as needed

Smart TV with access to your Netflix

- Free wireless Internet inside and throughout most of the property

- Small safe in villa

- Smoking allowed only on the terrace, with an ashtray
Guest access
Guests in our three villas share access to our dock and the hammocks and lounges under its palapa. Free to use are three single sit-on-top kayaks and an excellent canoe, for exploring the laguna or paddling to our nearest favorite restaurant. Also available are a couple inflatables, a pile of foam noodles, a few children's lifejackets, and some masks, snorkels and fins.
Other things to note
We ask guests to check in between 12 and 6pm, so please plan your flights and drive time accordingly. We are 4 hours south of Cancun airport, the last 2 hours of which have almost no cell signal or streetlights. We are 40 minutes from Chetumal airport, where evening flight arrivals are often delayed. If you expect to arrive after 6 pm, please check with us before booking to confirm whether we can accommodate a later arrival.

You are always welcome to arrive early and relax on the dock until your villa is ready (we have a separate bathroom and changing area). On your departure day, you are welcome to enjoy the dock and laguna after checking out. Late checkout may be available.

We love animals. We have six friendly dogs who like new people, especially kids.They live in our house, at the other end of the property. They spend most of their time near the house, unless you love dogs, in which case they know it and may hang out near you. They also like well-socialized dog visitors who are good with cats (we have two). If you would like to bring yours, please do!, but let us know first. You and your pooches are welcome to join us for the morning jungle walk. :-)

Property manager

Marissa Barker

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

About the neighborhood

Bacalar

Located in Bacalar, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Bacalar and Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park. Manatee Sanctuary and Santuario del Manati are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Lake Bacalar - 9 min walk
  • Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park - 6 min drive
  • Fort of San Felipe - 7 min drive
  • Municipal Spa of Bacalar - 8 min drive
  • Cenote Cocalitos - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Chetumal, Quintana Roo (CTM-Chetumal Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria Chepe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Playita - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Marisqueria el Taco Loco - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Finisterre Bacalar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Catrina - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WATERFRONT- DOG friendly Palapa with-private patio located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Bacalar and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Polytechnic University of Bacalar. Laguna Bacalar Ecological Park and Fort of San Felipe are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews" "
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Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and quiet retreat
We loved our stay in the palapa. It was even better than in pictures. The space is great for a couple, lots of outdoor space to enjoy the view. The dock was amazing. We loved reading in the hammocks and jumping into the beautiful water to cool off. Marissa was awesome and check in and check out were a breeze. We even had a huge downpour while we were there and the thatched roof of the palapa did it's job keeping the water out. If we come back to Bacalar we are coming right back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and perfect property
We only stayed here for three nights but really wished we could have changed our plans and stayed longer. Everything about this place suited us perfectly, Melissa the manager was excellent and helpful and the access to the lagoon was the highlight for us. We plan to return for longer next time
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne L., Kamloops, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect piece of paradise
This was a beautiful place. Marissa was wonderful. She help us before we came. She was there everyday to make sure we were good. I can't say enough it was one of our best stays to date. Loved it and would definitely recommend this to anyone heading to Bacalar.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn K., Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, lovely, lovely!
We loved our stay here! The location is perfect, close enough to drive to town quickly but far enough away to be peaceful and serene. The palapa over the water was the perfect hang out spot, we jumped in and out of the water all day. The property is even more beautiful in person than the photos, and the owner was very communicative and responsive. The house itself has everything you need. I sometimes wished for A/C, but with the wind off the water the house stayed cool enough. Day one I wished we had booked a longer stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

svetlana g., San Carlos, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome!
Amazing location ! Place is quite and comfortable . Great host !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay on the lagoon!
We had a lovely time. Marissa was very helpful and welcoming. The access to the lagoon cannot be beat! We also used the canoes and kayaks which were wonderful. Close to town, and cool at night. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

david p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Location and Birds
We enjoyed a very pleasant stay in the Casita. Wonderful views of the lake and an endless stream of tropical birds!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antoinette L., Highland Hts

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay ever!
Fantastic location just minutes from Bacalar. Private, with a great relaxing palapa on the water. Beautiful nature all around. What made our stay extra special was Marissa, our exceptional hostess. She goes above and beyond to make sure her guests are comfortable and have everything they need. She even gave me some medical tape when I stupidly injured my ribs. It was vacation in paradise!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tootoo T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun house for family
The property manager is very responsive and always willing to help. The location of the house is right on the water, and everything is true to description The drive to township is less than 10 minutes and there’s lots of restaurants choose from We had everything we needed in this unit and the manager charges very small fee for using her laundry machine. We are grateful. The complementary kayaks and canoe is great value, and we took advantage of this opportunity. Doing cannonball off the dock was enjoyable activity for the kids and those with young hearts. Also, memorable is searching for stars in the night on this very dock. We really truly enjoyed this place and highly recommend to travelers Thank you Marissa! We are so thankful to have stayed with you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
Everything was easy, very well kept property and very secure for your dog, don't let no air conditioning fool you, don't need it, how the house is designed the air blows off the lake through the top and with 2 fans the place stays cool. The views of the late are Beautiful, the dock and swimming area and hammocks and swing are nice, all the privacy of it all is excellent, Internet all worked great, will be going back there for sure , really ❤ it
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022