It’s all about expectations. Is this a phenomenal property with all the upgrades right on the beach? No. But from a value-perspective, this is an excellent property choice. Just down at the beach end of a street with a security gate, in between Banana Beach and Habaneros, the location is great! There are 4 villas at the end of the beach road, all adjacent to Playa Carmen—and this one is the smallest (and least expensive). But for the price, you get your own small pool, a great patio for hanging out that is connected to the kitchen. Three bedrooms, a separate nook with a bunk bed, and a living area that can also sleep 2. The reality is our group of two families (4 teenagers) did not spend much time inside the house—so any upgrades and updated furniture would have been lost on us. We wanted to be next to the beach (check), have our own private pool (check), and privacy (check). Vanessa was great and always a quick WhatsApp message away if we needed anything or had questions... and being between Banana Beach and Habanero’s was a plus (so nice to walk 50 yards down the beach to the best guacamole and lobster tacos on the Pacific while watching the sunset!).
If you’re expecting upscale, premium furnishings and appliances—this place will dissappoint. But for our group who cherish time outside with music and the sun—for the price it is 5-stars. Would come back again for sure.