CASA DUNIA - beachfront villa - 5 B / 5.5 B, sleeps 11 - 5 king beds + 1 single sofa bed - AC: only in the 5 bedrooms, only at night 8pm - 9am - outdoor shower; beach shade + lounge chairs - equipped kitchen - CHEF SERVICE: included daily (breakfast + lunch OR breakfast + dinner) only for guests hosted in casa dunia; guests pay for all groceries prior to check out, CASH ONLY - LINENS + HOUSEKEEPING: provided daily; beach towels changed every day; bed linens + bath towels changed every other day The space CASA DUNIA is one of 6 vacation rental units in the private property of RANCHO SAN ERIC (km. 10.5 on tulum beach), ideally located on the southern end of Tulum's Hotel Zone, it is tranquil and intimate, yet close to restaurants, bars and shops. all the other homes in the property of RANCHO SAN ERIC are also listed on airbnb: * CASA COLIBRÍ, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4 (airbnb.com/h/tulum-ranchosaneric-casacolibri) * CASA PIJIJÍ, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4 (airbnb.com/h/tulum-ranchosaneric-casapijiji) * CASA CENZONTLE, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2-3 (airbnb.com/h/tulum-ranchosaneric-casacenzontle) * STUDIO PERICO, upstairs studio, sleeps 2-3 (airbnb.com/h/tulum-ranchosaneric-studioperico) * STUDIO BÚHO, ground floor studio, sleeps 2 (airbnb.com/h/tulum-ranchosaneric-studiobuho) - SHARED POOL: only for guests of rancho san eric - WIFI: available in the home, at the pool, and some parts of the beach - FREE PARKING: available inside the gated property (off street) - QUIET TIME: after 11:00 pm - NO PARTY POLICY: all the homes in rancho san eric, including casa dunia are for accommodations only. we have a strict "no party" policy in that we do not permit parties, events, large gatherings, loud noise / music, disruptive behavior, nor any audio-visual / DJ equipment. in the case of casa dunia - VISITORS: maximum of 4 visitors permitted at any one time; visitors are not allowed use of the pool; all visitors and vendors must be registered with stefan or hui prior to arrival; if visitors dine at casa dunia, there is an additional fee of 300 MXN per person, per day - CONFIRMATION: for a reservation to be confirmed, we require a completed and signed rental agreement to be returned to us, a sample of which is available in the "house rules" of this listing. Guest access Guests of Casa Dunia have access to: - off-street parking inside the gated property (free) - gardens of Rancho San Eric - pool (shared with guests of Rancho San Eric homes) - beach (private shade and lounge chairs) Each guest room includes a key chain which contains: - the key to the front door of Casa Dunia - the key to the bedroom door - the key for the room safe - a circular key fob which opens the main gate of Rancho San Eric. Please leave each room's key chain hanging on its respective room's doorknob upon check out. We will charge 50 USD for each unreturned key / gate key fob. Other things to note NOT INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL OF CASA DUNIA prior to check out, these are the items to be paid for IN CASH (MXN): - reimbursement for all grocery bills - tips you'd like to leave for our staff - any other additional charges (if you would like extra hours of AC / if you would like all 3 meals a day / etc) AVERAGE GROCERY BILL an average grocery bill for a group of 10 is about 3,500 - 5,000 MXN per day. please keep in mind that this is only an estimate and varies, depending on the menu items you choose, and the alcohol you ask us to purchase. TIP ESTIMATE tips are not included in the rental of casa dunia. stefan will give you a more specific breakdown of suggested tips when you are here, when he settles the grocery bill with you, but historically, a group of 10 would tip a total of about 2,400 MXN per day for all the staff (housekeeping + kitchen). ========== CHEF SERVICE chef service is included daily for breakfast + lunch OR breakfast + dinner. provided only for the guests accommodated in casa dunia. guests pay for all groceries. once your reservation is confirmed (with a signed rental agreement), arrival information will be sent to you, including sample menus. prior to arrival, i will communicate with you to confirm: - a pre-stock grocery list (for any drinks / snacks you would like the home stocked with when you arrive) - welcome dinner menu (for the night you check in) - standard pantry items you would like set out for breakfast each morning (seasonal fresh fruit platter, fresh juice, cereals, yogurt, granola, toast, coffee, etc) - a list of hot items we can rotate through throughout your stay (one hot item for the group each day) all meals are prepared and served buffet or family style, so you should choose one menu for the group -- we are unable to provide meals a la carte, but we can provide substitutes for any guests who have dietary restrictions / allergies. you're also welcome to ask for more groceries throughout your stay. please keep in mind that we go shopping in the mornings, so you should get your shopping list to us by the evening prior. once you arrive, you (or another member of your group) will be in touch with my husband, stefan, daily regarding any grocery items and the meals for the next day. he will also give you updates throughout your stay regarding your grocery bill. prior to check out, he will settle the bills with you. ========== AIR CONDITIONING available only in the 5 bedrooms, operational only at night (8pm - 9am). if you would like additional AC hours, please request more information. ========== BATHROOMS - liquid hand soap in a dispenser at the sinks - 2-in-1 shampoo/shower gel and hair conditioner in the showers - decanter of bottled water (agua cristal) refilled daily by housekeeping ========== BOTTLED (PURIFIED) WATER we provide complimentary bottled water (agua cristal) in a hot/cold water dispenser in the kitchen. there are also glass decanters in each bedroom with the same water, which our housekeeping staff replenish. ========== LAYOUT OF CASA DUNIA Walking through the front door, you will find an equipped kitchen. Passing this, are four stairs leading down to the main living and dining areas where glass doors open out to the top of the sand dune where the home's spectacular patio is located, with outdoor living and dining areas offering spectacular views of Mexico's Caribbean Ocean. From the patio, there is a short staircase leading down to the beach, where guests will find shade and lounge chairs. Four guest bedrooms are located inside the home. On each side of the indoor living / dining space, there are two bedrooms (one on the ground floor, and one directly above it). The master bedroom is accessed by a spiral staircase next to the front door.

## Casa Dunia - Beachfront Villa

### Overview
Casa Dunia is a beachfront villa featuring 5 bedrooms and 5.5 bathrooms, accommodating up to 11 guests. The villa includes:

- 5 king beds
- 1 single sofa bed
- Air conditioning available only in the bedrooms, operational from 8 PM to 9 AM
- Outdoor shower
- Beach shade and lounge chairs
- Fully equipped kitchen

### Chef Service
Daily chef service is included, offering either breakfast and lunch or breakfast and dinner exclusively for guests staying at Casa Dunia. Guests are responsible for paying all grocery expenses prior to checkout in cash.

### Linens and Housekeeping
- Daily housekeeping service
- Beach towels replaced every day
- Bed linens and bath towels changed every other day

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## The Space

Casa Dunia is one of six vacation rental units located within the private Rancho San Eric property at kilometer 10.5 on Tulum Beach. Situated at the southern end of Tulum's Hotel Zone, it offers a peaceful and intimate setting while remaining close to restaurants, bars, and shops.

Other homes on the Rancho San Eric property available on Airbnb include:

- Casa Colibrí: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4  
- Casa Pijijí: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 4  
- Casa Cenzontle: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, sleeps 2-3  
- Studio Perico: upstairs studio, sleeps 2-3  
- Studio Búho: ground floor studio, sleeps 2  

### Shared Amenities
- Pool shared among Rancho San Eric guests
- Wi-Fi available in the villa, at the pool, and in some beach areas
- Free off-street parking inside the gated property

### Policies
- Quiet hours begin at 11:00 PM
- Strict no-party policy: no events, large gatherings, loud music, disruptive behavior, or DJ/audio-visual equipment allowed
- Visitor policy: maximum of 4 visitors at a time; visitors cannot use the pool; all visitors and vendors must be registered in advance; dining visitors incur a fee of 300 MXN per person, per day

### Reservation Confirmation
A completed and signed rental agreement is required to confirm a reservation. A sample agreement is available in the listing’s house rules.

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## Guest Access

Guests at Casa Dunia have access to:

- Free off-street parking within the gated property
- Rancho San Eric gardens
- Shared pool with other Rancho San Eric guests
- Private beach area with shade and lounge chairs

Each bedroom is provided with a key chain containing:

- Front door key for Casa Dunia
- Bedroom door key
- Room safe key
- Circular key fob for the main Rancho San Eric gate

Please leave each key chain on its respective bedroom door upon checkout. A fee of 50 USD will be charged for each unreturned key or gate fob.

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## Additional Information

### Payment Details (Cash Only, MXN)
Prior to checkout, guests are responsible for paying:

- All grocery expenses
- Tips for staff
- Any extra charges (e.g., additional air conditioning hours, extra meals)

### Grocery Costs
An average grocery bill for a group of 10 ranges between 3,500 and 5,000 MXN per day, depending on menu choices and alcohol.

### Tips
Tips are not included in the rental price. Typically, a group of 10 guests tips approximately 2,400 MXN per day for housekeeping and kitchen staff. A detailed suggestion will be provided upon arrival.

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## Chef Service Details

Chef service covers daily breakfast and lunch or breakfast and dinner, exclusively for Casa Dunia guests. Guests pay for groceries separately.

After booking confirmation, arrival details and sample menus will be provided. Before arrival, communication will cover:

- Pre-stock grocery list for drinks and snacks
- Welcome dinner menu for check-in night
- Standard pantry items for breakfast (seasonal fruit, fresh juice, cereals, yogurt, granola, toast, coffee)
- Rotating hot meal options for the stay

Meals are served buffet or family style, with one menu chosen for the entire group. While a la carte options are not available, substitutions can be made for dietary restrictions or allergies.

Additional groceries can be requested during the stay. Shopping occurs each morning, so requests should be submitted the evening before. Daily communication with Stefan will manage grocery orders and billing, which is settled prior to checkout.

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## Air Conditioning

Air conditioning is installed in all five bedrooms and operates nightly from 8 PM to 9 AM. Additional AC hours can be arranged upon request.

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## Bathrooms

Each bathroom includes:

- Liquid hand soap in dispensers at sinks
- 2-in-1 shampoo/shower gel and hair conditioner in showers
- Daily refilled bottled water (Agua Cristal) in decanters

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## Bottled Water

Complimentary purified bottled water (Agua Cristal) is provided via a hot/cold water dispenser in the kitchen. Glass decanters with the same water are replenished daily in each bedroom by housekeeping.

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## Layout of Casa Dunia

Upon entering the villa, guests will find a fully equipped kitchen. Four steps lead down to the main living and dining areas, where glass doors open onto a patio atop a sand dune. This outdoor space offers living and dining areas with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea.

A short staircase from the patio leads directly to the beach, where shaded lounge chairs are available.

The villa’s bedrooms are arranged as follows:

- Four guest bedrooms are located inside the home, with two bedrooms on each side of the indoor living and dining area (one on the ground floor and one directly above).
- The master bedroom is accessed via a spiral staircase near the front door.

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Stunning Private Beachfront Villa, Great Location - Villas for Rent in Tulum, Quintana Roo, Mexico

This place was wonderful and Stefan and Hui were excellent hosts!

it was lovely to have had you all at rancho san eric and hope to have you back when you're in the area!!

Amazing location far enough away from the Tulum club scene that it was nice and quiet, but still close enough to walk to some restaurants. But, honestly, the food prepared for us at Rancho San Eric was better than anything else we ate in Tulum! Beach was steps away with fun waves for boogie boarding with boards they provided. Could not have asked for a better setup for our two families!

thank you so much devin, for taking the time to write such a lovely review. we're so glad you all had a wonderful time at casa dunia and are looking forward to having you back -- hopefully sooner rather than later!!

Great location with the best (fun and safe) ocean waves! Gorgeous outdoor area. The WiFi was fickle when everybody in the house was trying to work. But it made for a great escape

Had an amazing Thanksgiving stay at Stefan and Hui’s beachfront Airbnb in Tulum! The location was unbeatable—waking up to the sound of the waves and stunning ocean views every day was incredible. The space was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed. Stefan and Hui were fantastic hosts—responsive, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a relaxing beach getaway!

thank you saahil for taking the time to write this review--we truly appreciate it and love that you had a wonderful time at casa dunia!!

Unforgettable Experience at Stephan and Hui’s Tulum Paradise! If you're looking for the perfect getaway, look no further than Stephan and Hui's stunning property in Tulum. Our group stayed here for my wife’s 50th birthday, and it truly was the best week of our lives. From start to finish, every detail exceeded our expectations, and we can’t thank them enough for making this trip unforgettable. The service was absolutely top-notch. Juan and Mateo were like family, going above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed. They were always available, super attentive, and genuinely made us feel pampered throughout our stay. Whether it was arranging activities, offering local tips, or simply making sure we had a cold drink by the pool, they were perfect hosts. The food! Wow. Every meal was incredible. The breakfasts and dinners prepared for us were some of the best we’ve ever had, with fresh, local ingredients cooked to perfection. Airbnb won't let us write a long enough review!

Ryan, thank you so much for your detailed, thoughtful, and enthusiastic review!  We very much appreciate your taking the time to do it!  It was such a pleasure to have had you and your group here for your wife's surprise birthday celebration in Tulum and are looking forward to having you all back -- hopefully sooner rather than later!!

Beautiful place right on the beach. Stefan and Hui are super friendly and responsive and the workers on the property made our vacation stress free by handling all of the cooking, cleaning and grocery runs. 5 stars!

thank you sylvester for your review!  we're so glad you found our listing and had a wonderful stay at casa dunia. it was a pleasure to have hosted you and your family and hope to have you all back again soon!

An absolute gem on Tulum Beach!  It was wonderful to have both beach and pool options just steps away from each other.  Hui went above and beyond in providing recommendations / answering questions leading up to the trip, was very responsive, and went out of her way to ensure that we had a great time on the trip.  The staff members are very friendly/helpful, and while we weren't sure how much we would use the chef services leading up to the trip, we ended up eating most meals on property given the quality / convenience / relative affordability of the food, which freed up more time for our group to relax and enjoy.  The property is very close to restaurants/nightlife of Tulum Beach, making it very easy for our group to go out at night.  We felt completely safe on property given the gated nature of the property and with staff members on site.  Casa Dunia made our trip to Tulum, and we look forward to returning to the property in the future!

thank you jacklyn, for such a detailed review, that would be so helpful to any future potential guests!  we truly appreciate the time you took to write it.  we are so glad you found our property and enjoyed your time in tulum at casa dunia, and hope to have you back again sooner rather than later!!

Beautiful home, amazing staff and 5 star quality food and hospitality service. I will definitely be retuning:)

Our family's stay at Casa Dunia was exactly what we had hoped for. The property is located on the southern end of Tulum beach,  just beyond the long row of shops and bars and beach clubs and bigger resorts.  We loved that the house and private beach were peaceful and tranquil, and if we wanted to join in on the Tulum fiesta, it was just a 10 minute walk away. Stefan orchestrates a very efficient team to care for the house and its guests; every day we were very well fed, the house was cleaned, the beach was raked, the towels were replaced and there was always some one to assist if needed. The accommodations are thoughtful and comfortable, with multiple places to nap, lounge, enjoy the beach and to simply take in the extraordinary beauty of Tulum. Our family talked about returning before we even left and it's very likely that your group will too!

Fantastic place, location and staff. Juan and Mateo were extremely friendly and welcoming.

Man, where do I even start. From the booking process to check out, everything is so seamless. This has been a Dream Vacation. My family and I had such a wonderful time. We LOVE Stefan’s place and didn’t want to leave. Beach, pool, view, decor, this villa is EVERYTHING! they thought of every single detail. Beautiful beautiful place. Mateo and Juan has made our stay even more comfortable. We were well taken care of. I woke up this morning back home and missing Juan and Mateo’s great cooking haha. Can’t wait to go back!!! Thank you Stefan for sharing your home with us!

Casa Dunia was a dream! Everything we hoped for was a reality at this place. Gorgeous property, great-sized bedrooms, nice pool, beautiful sandy beach, and tons of room to hang and play. Close enough to in town to enjoy the restaurants, beach clubs and spas, but far enough where it’s super quiet and private. Oh! And the food! The food was fantastic. Hui, Stefan, Mateo and Juan are an all star team. Every meal we had was something different and so yummy! Really made experience less stressful not having to think about coordinating our breakfast and dinners. They also did all the grocery shopping for us. We told them what we wanted and they took care of everything. Stefan was also super helpful when it came to giving us recommendations on places to visit (ruins, cenotes, in town restaurants, how to get there, etc). Honestly, can’t say enough about the accommodations and hospitality. If you’re looking for a great place to stay in Tulum, look no further than Casa Dunia at Rancho San Eric!

We highly recommend this house!!  This was a bachelorette week for us but would be fun with couples / families as well.  The location is perfect.  The ranch is safe / quiet but located within walking distance of restaurants and shops.  It is right on the beach, which is also private.  You can listen to the ocean and feel the cool breeze all day.  The pool is gorgeous and so relaxing.  The hosts are amazing!   Be sure to take advantage of their meals.  The food was wonderful, healthy, and fresh.  Hosts are kind, welcoming, attentive, and always have a smile.  The house is clean, comfortable, and stocked with more than you need.  Would love to go back.

Beautiful beachside house with five star service. The food ans cooks, along with house and location where superb.

This was incredible home. The staff are amazing & cooked everything perfectly. Everything was beautiful just like the photos. Stefan was so helpful w everything. We want to come back all ready. This truly was a dream vacation for our family. Stefan & his staff went above & beyond to make it perfect. Thank you so much.

The location, service and quality of food was superb. The host(s) of the villa catered to our every need and the communication was wonderful. This is a beach front property, The villa is perfectly positioned on the beach.  Upkeep of the property is provided around the clock, every area is exceptionally clean.  There are no security-issues. All 5 bedrooms have their own bathrooms, 4 of the bedrooms are all identical, your just ether on the lower level or upper level.  The Master bedroom is a true master bedroom separated from the other 4 bedrooms.  You will feel that the pool is for your villa only even though it is a shared pool, sharing was never an issue.  You are right in the local town of Tulum. To walk to the nearest food spot is about 20 minutes. Cab rides up and down the street can cost you anywhere from $10-25 dollars.  Cabs are not charging for distance, there charging you for “time in traffic”. Everything is off a one way paved road that has been made into two-way traffic, give yourself extra time if your leaving town to partake in other events.   Get your liquor at the 1. airport, 2. order through your host or 3. Akim Market. The staff works harder than some of the best 5 star resorts I’ve been too, they were worth every dollar in tips. I usually like to try different villas when returning to the same location but this Villa and the experience was so perfect I will definitely be returning to the exact same house!!

Stefan and his team are outstanding in every aspect. The house is kept completely clean, you always felt taken care of and safe (for those that worry).  The bed was super comfortable which is always one of the most important things when I travel. The house is on a beautiful peace of land and easy walking to everything. I can't wait to come back. It was the best experience I have had using ARIBNB so far.

This house is amazing- perfect location; the right combination of privacy, security and convenience re: being able to walk the the main strip of bars and restaurants.  Owner Stefan, who lives nearby is a professional chef and superlative host.  He and his assistants, including Hector and Juan who do the cooking and cleaning, take great pride in their work and rightly so; it is outstanding. The house is stylish and sparkling clean.  The meals were fresh, interesting and outstanding.  The fridge was constantly stocked with anything we requested. We recently spent my 50th birthday at Stefan's house and the stay was unforgettable.  I have stayed in at least a dozen AirBnBs this year, and while all were nice this experience was outstanding.  Many thanks to Stefan, Hector and Juan and we hope to see you again!

Stefan was an amazing host. He was very attentive to our needs. The chefs were incredible and the house’s beach might as well be private. We felt very safe and thoroughly enjoyed our time. Thanks Stefan!

The house is awesome. It has beach access, pool, spacious living areas (inside and outside) and there is staff that cleans and cooks everyday. Stefan was very responsive and helpful throughout the trip. 10/10 would recommend again.

The house and location were amazing! Visited for a girls trip and this house did not disappoint! We had an amazing time enjoying this beautiful home located right on the beach. There were 6 of us and Stefan, Hui, and the team were very kind and hospitable to the full group. Stefan provided us with great recommendations on activities, although we barely wanted to leave this beautiful home on the beach. The food that Freddy and Mateo cooked was absolutely delicious and we were never hungry. I would highly recommend staying at this home in fact I am hoping I can go annually.

I highly recommend staying at Rancho San Eric. The location is absolutely perfect as it is on the Tulum beach road and only a short taxi ride, bike or walk from most restaurants and attractions. We stayed in Case Dunia on the property because we were a party of 10 and the house was beautiful and right on the beach. Also, it came with chef services and the a food was delicious! From the hospitality, the location and beach view, we couldn't have picked a better place to stay in Tulum. The host Stefan and his wife made sure we had a great trip and gave amazing recommendations. Also, this property is extremely safe and the everyone who worked at the property were amazing.  I can't wait to book my next trip to Tulum and stay here again!

Took a gamble booking a place with no reviews (on AirBnB), but wow this place was incredible! The photos do not do it justice. Close to things on beach road, but towards the end of it, so you get your own private beach. The chefs were amazing. The cleaners constantly picked up after us. A lot of areas to lounge around the house. Each bedroom had a comfy king bed and its own bathroom. Will book this place again!

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