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Property grounds
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Caribbean View with Entrance to Yal-ku Lagoon Akumal, 30% off through May

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Explore the area

Akumal, Quintana Roo
  • Popular LocationYal-ku Lagoon1 min walk
  • Popular LocationHalf Moon Bay7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCafetería la Jungla8 min walk
  • AirportCancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.)83 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, sleeps 16
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    2 king beds
Bedroom 4
    2 queen beds
Bedroom 5
    2 queen beds
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    Shower
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the area

Akumal

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this Akumal villa places you within a 10-minute walk of Half Moon Bay and Yal-ku Lagoon. Akumal Beach and Akumal Ecological Center are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Yal-ku Lagoon - 1 min walk
  • Half Moon Bay - 7 min walk
  • Akumal Ecological Center - 5 min drive
  • Riviera Maya Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Akumal Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Tulum Intl. Airport (TQO) - 82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sports Bar Sirenis - 10 min drive
  • Bayou Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • El Rancho Steak House Restaurant - 10 min drive
  • Mezcal Lobby Bar - 10 min drive
  • Mediterraneo - 5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Caribbean View with Entrance to Yal-ku Lagoon Akumal, 30% off through May

Special 30% Discount through May 2024, New Reservations only!
Published Rates are for base occupancy of 12 guests, any additional person needs to be requested to Reservation Team at extra cost up to Maximum occupancy.

Villa Gauguin is an extraordinary 6300 square villa located in Akumal, built overlooking beautiful Yalku lagoon. This villa was designed with floor-to-ceiling glass windows in order to completely take in the natural beauty of the surrounding area.

The villa’s spacious 900 square feet living area creates the illusion of being outdoors by means of its interior garden, 15 feet ceilings and its floor-to-ceiling glass windows. The décor is minimalist yet classy, making the most of the living space and giving it a bright and airy feel. The dining room has mesmerizing views over the lagoon and a large table that can seat up to 12 people. The fully equipped modern kitchen will allow you to prepare fabulous meals for all your party.
Alternatively, kick back and have a meal cooked for you by one of the house staff at extra cost.

Villa Gauguin has five air conditioned bedrooms, all with fabulous views of the ocean or mangroves. 4 bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, lots of closet space, and a private balcony. The downstairs bedroom has a King bed with private view to the villa’s interior garden, and TV. and uses the half bathroom. There are a further 4 bedrooms upstairs, 3 of which have breathtaking views of the lagoon. The first bedroom is the Master bedroom with a king-size bed, walk-in double closet and a large en-suite bathroom. the second floor guestroom have 2 Kings and en-suite bathroom. 2 other bedrooms have 2 queen-size beds with en-suite bathrooms. On the same floor, there is a TV room equipped with a large size TV, home theater and spacious sofas. The exterior area overlooking the ocean is spectacular, with its infinity-edge pool and Jacuzzi, giving directly onto the crystal clear waters of Yalku Lagoon. Villa Gauguin is a truly unique holiday home.

Complimentary / Main Features
Maid service 6 days a week Monday to Saturday

Indoor Features
Fully equipped kitchen - oven/stove, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, dishwasher
Interior and exterior gardens surrounded by peripheral walls for better privacy and safety.
Interior patio with hammocks
Air conditioned bedrooms with private balconies
Satellite TV with U.S. and other international channels
Sound system (radio, CD, MP3) in main living area
Wireless Internet connection
Hair dryers
Security safe
Ceiling fans throughout the villa
Purified drinking water provided
All linens, towels and beach towels provided
Yucatan Sense organic shampoo, conditioner and body wash in all bathrooms
Crib and highchair available


Outdoor Features
Swimming pool with Infinity edge and Jacuzzi
Oceanside terraces with dining table
Chaise lounge chairs
Gas BBQ
Hammock
Outdoor shower
Kayaks available

There is a washer and dryer in the villa for use by staff only for bedding, etc. Guests can ask the maids if they will do a load or 2 of laundry during the stay and arrange a price with them.

We can help you set up cook and chef services, please ask us for more details and information. We can also help you arrange airport transfers and car rentals, ask us for a quote.

We have instituted rigorous cleaning methods, including the use of Clorox and a disinfecting fogger (U.S. NSF Certification No. 148127)
We take standards for hygiene and cleanliness very seriously and are taking additional steps to ensure the safety of our guests during their stay in the property.

Please note that this region and the area of your villa may be affected by shifting seasonal currents and weather patterns causing an influx of seaweed at the beach!

Property manager

Maria Laurent

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Snorkeling 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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

  • No pets allowed

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
1230-239351

Caribbean View with Entrance to Yal-ku Lagoon Akumal, 30% off through May Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jean H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cancun
Beautiful house! Great outdoor area & comfortable, clean outdoor furniture. The view was unbelievable. Alberto & Cynthia made dinner for us most nights - every one loved what they served. The golf cart was a hit with the 3 teens traveling with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonnifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa Gauguin was wonderful!
Everything was top notch at this residence. We had stunning views, a fully equipped kitchen, and a caretaker who was incredible. Alberto and his wife Cynthia were incredibly welcoming, helpful and hardworking. We hope to return to Villa Gauguin in the future. It was an incredible stay!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dayontice B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Location was beautiful. Alberto, the caretaker, was great and took care of every need. Views and experience was great. Looking forward to returning again soon..
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderfull seaside villa
My family and I stayed in Villa Gauguin for Christmas and New Year's holidays in 2020. I would like to praise first the reservation team of Akumal Villas (Martina and Maria). They made seamless our reservation, check-in and additional services contracting process (car rental, chef, taxis, etc). They responded quickly to all our questions and remained on top during our stay. Thanks very much!! The property was clean and the housekeepers were friendly, attentive and efficient in keeping everything clean. Alberto also was always keen to help, and available to drive us to the beach or the supermarket and even helped us organize a birthday party for my son (piñata included). The villa has a very nice location. The town of Akumal is nicely placed in between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, and Villa Gauguin has a privileged location by the sea. Although there's no sand by the villa, it's possible to safely dive into the sea or walk/swim to a beach close by. Otherwise, the main Akumal beach is just 8 minutes walk away from the Villa. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie I., Lake Geneva, Wisconsin USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Pinching myself!
On line, this property obviously looks amazing--the pictures don't lie--well maybe a little--it is even better in person! Things to know: House features--there are lots of stairs, so be aware if this is an issue. The 5th bedroom is on the main floor and does not have a full bath (a half bath is right next door). Beds are comfy, towels are plentiful, internet/cell reception are fine. TV was great for movie night. A few snorkeling items are available. Plenty of seating areas to have a quiet moment on your own. Loungers and cushions are in good shape. No funky smells like some rentals have in warm climates. I do wish there had been a full length mirror. Staff--Alberto and Cynthia were amazing. They don't really speak English, but have a handy translation ap, that let us communicate quite clearly. Alberto has chef training and cooked us 2 wonderful dinners (coconut shrimp and beans to die for). He was readily available to answer questions and when we had some water issues due to a faulty pump switch though he couldn't fix the problem, he called on the property manger who had someone fix the situation right away. They were thorough in cleaning the house and unobtrusive. (Note, they do not put the loungers back at the end of the day--guests are responsible for that--but I'm sure if we had asked he would have). The area--everything you could want to do, see, eat, drink, buy is all in easy distance either by foot or golf cart. A cab can take you to other attractions with in a half hour or less drive. Simply put, the only thing you really need to do is look out to the water and enjoy. Safety--I felt completely safe in our area, even taking morning walks by myself. The house does have a big safe for locking away valuables. As in any area, you want to be vigilant, but I'd rate Villa Gauguin very safe. Other--there is little to no night life, of the 10 or so restaurants in the immediate area we visited 3 (2 of them twice) and all were very good (Que Onda was my favorite). Yal Ku is worth it and much easier than trying to go snorkeling from the rocks in front of the villa. Truly, I had to pinch myself multiple times during our week at Villa Gauguin--it was fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy and Dan R., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd Family Reunion
The 10 day stay at Villa Gauguin was a family reunion, 8 adults & 2 children, for the 2nd year in a row. The owner has always responded very quickly to any question and is in close contact with the on-site Caretakers, Alberto and Cynthia. A car is essential. Our familyloved this architecturally & artistically beautiful, comfortable and immaculately clean oceanfront home again this year... a home with a spectacular view of the Caribbean! All accommodations and amenities are true as written. We used the heated pool, Internet, cable TV,, air conditioning, kitchen, and spacious rooms daily. Laundry is available for a charge. Hot showers are easily accessible. The on-site caretakers, Alberto and Cynthia, are friendly, gracious, and responsive to any need one might have. They will cook meals the guests choose from a suggested menu and at an agreed time guests want. Breakfast for the family varied everyday: pancakes, ham & scrambled eggs, huevos motuleños, to name a few; and always with a platter of fresh fruit.The guacamole & homemade salsas were excellent! 4 Dinners were prepared... including fajitas, tacos with chicken or shrimp + shrimp cocktail. Alberto & Cynthia are good cooks who will only improve as they gain experience. The number and variety of sightseeing options in the greater Riviera Maya are exceptional: superior family water parks and eco-parks, Mayan ruin sites, children’s zoos, shopping, cooking classes. The family activities were varied and different between the 2 vacations because of all the choices. Akumal North is a gated community with restaurants, shops, small grocery stores, an ATM and snorkeling activities a person can walk, drive or ride a bike to. It is very safe! We hope to return to this paradise again!
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Marci D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views, relaxing week.
Our group of nine (two families with teenage kids) had a lovely week floating in the pool, enjoying the view, and exploring the surrounding area. We had a really wonderful time at this beautiful villa!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
Great property. Better than advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall experience
The property was fabulous. Carlos and his wife were very helpful yet unobtrusive. There were 10 of us, a multi-generational group and everyone had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Allyson S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We had a group of 10 women for a bachelorette party, and this house was absolutely perfect. Photos don’t even do it justice, and the house staff was superb. The food and drinks they prepared were great and it was so nice to not need to think about getting groceries or cooking or cleaning up while on vacation. I would definitely recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019