Beautiful Private Beach Villa situated on 2 lots with 40 meters of private beach, 5 bdrms, 5.5 full bthrms, upper level open great room, fully equipped kitchen, dining area & fully furnished with all the comforts of home. Beautiful pool 26' x 13 with a curve on one side, enjoy the outdoor kitchen, barbeque & covered verandas. Chef service is available. The perfect Beach Vacation. The best Bay for snorkeling, kayaking, swimming. Perfect location for day trips a short drive to Tulum & Akumal. The space Beachfront Villa is situated on the water's edge of Soliman Bay with endless views of the Turquoise Blue Caribbean Sea. The villa has 5 large bedrooms 3 with king beds & private bathrooms, one bedroom has 2 queen beds and a futon sleeper the 5th bedroom has a queen bed. All 5 bedrooms have A/C. 5 full bathrooms large open great room kitchen and living room area. Casa Tortuga is the perfect place for larger groups of family and friends to enjoy a much-needed Tropical Beach vacation as well as offering several options to enjoy some alone time. Soliman Bay is a short distance from the world-renowned Tulum Mayan Ruins, white powdery sand beaches, and the funky town of Tulum. The Villa is set amongst tropical foliage, coconut Palm trees, and beautiful white sand The pool is amongst the palm trees providing a great place to soak up the sun, relax in the shade, enjoy a refreshing swim and an afternoon cocktail. The pool has 4 bar stools, a full-length bench to sit and enjoy the view of the Caribbean Sea 26' long by 13' wide curving on one side. The Villa and pool have the benefit of being on 2 lots consisting of 40 meters of sandy beachfront. Soliman Bay offers some of the area’s best snorkeling right from the water's edge or use one of the kayaks to go out to the buoy and snorkel by the reef that protects the Bay. Swim with the turtles enjoy the wide variety of tropical fish and more. With so many options of how to spend your days relaxing by the beach, or pool, lounging in a hammock enjoying the ocean breeze, or enjoying the view of the bay from the covered veranda that runs the full length of the Villa. Jashita Hotel offers a very nice restaurant to the north of us or take a short drive into Tulum and sample some of the best restaurants Mexico has to offer, do a little shopping in all the funky stores, and don’t forget Tulum is famous for its beautiful powdery white sandy beaches and Mayan Ruins. The Villa’s location is perfect for day trips to the area’s best adventure attractions including Cenotes, Mayan Ruins; diving, snorkeling, fishing the list is endless. Then come back to the comforts of Casa Tortuga enjoy a home-cooked meal that you prepare in the fully equipped indoor or outdoor kitchen or hire our chef to prepare a gourmet meal for your group. The outdoor kitchen barbecue area gives you the option to enjoy dinner outside in the covered patio area that seats 12. Either way, you are sure to enjoy yourself, sit back relax, and enjoy. The Villa has two separate levels connected by covered beachfront patios on the lower level and a covered veranda on the upper level. The 2 separate lower-level beachfront bedrooms both with king beds, air conditioning, supplied bottled water, private ensuite bathrooms, and their own private entrances. Covered patio area to enjoy your morning coffee or an evening cocktail. Several windows and ceiling fans to enjoy the beautiful ocean views and breeze. The upper level has an open great room area with 10-foot ceilings, a fully equipped kitchen/dining area for 10, a bar area, a large living room with comfortable furniture, a flat-screen HD TV stereo, a main full bathroom with double sinks off of the great room area and 2 bedrooms. Bedroom #1 has two queen beds & a double futon (the futon can be moved into any bedroom or the open great room living area) Bedroom #2 has a king bed, two entrances one off the palapa-covered beach-side veranda that runs the full length of the villa, as well as from the main living area hallway. Full ensuite bathroom. Bedroom #3 is on the lower Beach level with a king bed private bathroom, Bedroom #4 is on the lower beach level with a king bed private bathroom, Bedroom #5 is in a separate casita building directly behind the house, it has a queen bed private bathroom. You can access the upper level from the back of the villa and the side of the villa. Bedrooms 3 & 4 face the ocean and have a covered common patio area Exterior lighting lights up the pool area and property providing a perfect setting to enjoy your evening outside. Beach palapa with two hammocks, 1 double and two single kayaks to use & life vests. 2 paddleboards, and some snorkeling equipment such as fins however we recommend you bring your mask, snorkel, and water shoes. Note: No inside access between the main level and the lower level. Bedroom #5 is in a separate casita built directly behind the main house. Keywords: Vacation rental, Beachfront, peaceful, quiet, white sand beach, tropical vacation, bird watchers paradise, on the Maya Rivera, near Tulum, near Akumal, Playa del Carmen nearby, Cozumel nearby, turtle nesting on the beach, maid service, laundry service, chef available, 24/7 security, beach rental. Chef Service: Chef service is available for any meal during your stay. Payment is direct to Samuel during your stay, or you can pay in US funds only via Cheryl's account (a service fee of 3.45 will be added) The exchange rate is pre-set Samuel will let you know the amount in US funds. Please Tip Samuel and the helper directly. The cost is per person including the chef & helper who will shop, cook, serve, & clean up. Plus, the cost of groceries. You will be billed during your stay or prior to departure, including all grocery receipts. Gratuity is not included in the bill. Extra charge for larger group dinners over 15 guests, weddings, or events. Events must be pre-booked and prepaid through Cheryl Our kitchen is not set up to accommodate individual meal service so please keep your meal selections to a maximum of 2 main meals & 1 starter for the group. Chef costs: IN PESOS Breakfast - $100.00 Pesos, Lunch - $100.00, Dinner - $150.00 per person plus cost of Groceries. Dinner includes one starter, one main meal, and dessert, for the group. See the menu below. Cocktails are available, margaritas, Coco locos, etc. Guest access The Villa is fully equipped and furnished, We can arrange chef service at an additional cost Breakfast Lunch and Dinner, laundry service at an additional cost, 3 single kayaks, 2 paddle boards, life vests, flippers for snorkeling (bring your own masks and snorkel) Guests are required to sign the owner's Vacation rental agreement prior to booking. Other things to note We recommend Travel insurance that covers you for any reason cancelation for any unexpected event including Sargasso and weather conditions. No, inside access for bedrooms 3,4. Bedrom 5 is located in a separate casita

## The Space

This beautiful private beach villa is located on two lots, offering 40 meters of sandy beachfront along Soliman Bay. The villa overlooks the turquoise Caribbean Sea, providing endless ocean views. It features five spacious bedrooms and five and a half bathrooms, accommodating larger groups of family and friends comfortably.

The villa includes an upper-level open great room with 10-foot ceilings, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area for 10, and a large living room furnished with comfortable seating, a flat-screen HD TV, and a stereo system. The home is fully furnished with all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay.

## Bedrooms and Bathrooms

- Three bedrooms with king beds and private ensuite bathrooms
- One bedroom with two queen beds and a double futon sleeper
- One bedroom with a queen bed located in a separate casita behind the main house
- All bedrooms have air conditioning
- Five full bathrooms and one half bathroom in total

The villa is arranged on two levels connected by covered beachfront patios on the lower level and a covered veranda on the upper level. Bedrooms 3 and 4 are on the lower beach level, both with king beds, private bathrooms, air conditioning, bottled water, private entrances, and a shared covered patio facing the ocean. Bedroom 5 is in a separate casita behind the main house with a queen bed and private bathroom.

## Outdoor Features

- Pool measuring 26 feet by 13 feet with a curved side, surrounded by palm trees
- Pool includes four bar stools and a full-length bench with views of the Caribbean Sea
- Outdoor kitchen and barbecue area with a covered patio seating 12 guests
- Covered veranda running the full length of the villa, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the ocean breeze
- Beach palapa with two hammocks
- Exterior lighting illuminating the pool and property for evening enjoyment

## Water Activities and Amenities

- Access to some of the best snorkeling spots in the area directly from the beach
- Kayaks: two single kayaks and one double kayak with life vests provided
- Two paddleboards available for guest use
- Snorkeling equipment includes fins; guests are advised to bring their own masks, snorkels, and water shoes

## Location

Soliman Bay is a peaceful and quiet area known for its white sand beaches and tropical surroundings. The villa is a short drive from:

- Tulum, with its famous Mayan ruins and vibrant town atmosphere
- Akumal, known for snorkeling with turtles
- Playa del Carmen and Cozumel for additional day trips and excursions

The location is ideal for exploring cenotes, diving, fishing, and other adventure activities.

## Services and Additional Information

- Chef service is available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner at an additional cost. The chef and helper will shop, cook, serve, and clean up. Payment is made directly to the chef during the stay or via a US dollar payment with a service fee.
- Laundry service is available for an extra fee.
- Maid service and 24/7 security are provided.
- Guests must sign the owner’s vacation rental agreement prior to booking.
- Travel insurance is recommended to cover cancellations for any reason, including weather or Sargasso conditions.

## Chef Service Details

- Breakfast: 100 pesos per person
- Lunch: 100 pesos per person
- Dinner: 150 pesos per person (includes one starter, one main course, and dessert)
- Additional charges apply for groups over 15 guests, weddings, or events, which must be pre-booked and prepaid.
- Cocktails such as margaritas and Coco Locos are available.
- The kitchen is not set up for individual meal service; meal selections should be limited to two main dishes and one starter per group.

## Guest Access

Guests have full access to the villa, pool, outdoor kitchen, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear (excluding masks and snorkels). The villa’s layout includes no internal access between the main upper level and the lower level bedrooms 3 and 4. Bedroom 5 is in a separate casita behind the main house.

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Keywords: vacation rental, beachfront, peaceful, quiet, white sand beach, tropical vacation, bird watchers paradise, Maya Riviera, near Tulum, near Akumal, Playa del Carmen nearby, Cozumel nearby, turtle nesting on the beach, maid service, laundry service, chef available, 24/7 security, beach rental.

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Casa Tortuga was beautiful and spacious. Samuel and Marisol were amazing. There is a lot of sargassum on the beach right now but they were working hard to clear it. The snorkeling at the reef was beautiful.

The accommodation benefits from an excellent location with direct access to the sea. The sea in front is very rocky and shallow. Because the sargassum was removed daily, we weren’t able to fully enjoy it. Samuel and Marisela do everything to make you comfortable and not miss anything. However, the very well equipped accommodation needs to be refreshed, especially the showers. Please note that the two downstairs bedrooms do not communicate with the top of the house.

Le logement bénéficie d’une excellent situation géographique avec un accès directe à la mer. La mer située devant est très rocailleuse et peu profonde. La présence de sargassess enlevées quotidiennement ne nous a pas permis d’en profiter pleinement. Samuel et Marisela font tout pour que vous soyez à l’aise et ne manquez de rien. Toutefois le logement très bien équipé à besoin d’être rafraîchi les douches particulièrement. Attention les deux chambres du bas ne communiquent pas avec le haut de la maison .

This was the best vacation experience we've had in years. The staff were amazing; they made us feel welcome and took great care of us. The location was perfect—situated in a secure neighborhood with a walkable beach. The house was ideal for our family of eight. I will definitely be recommending Cheryl to all of my friends and family.

We're so happy you enjoyed your stay; we hope you can return soon.

Had an amazing week at the villa! The house and the views were exactly what we were hoping for. The caretaker and the housekeeper made sure everything was easy and taken care of. The private chef (also the caretaker) prepared outstanding meals that blended both culture and flavor. Definitely would recommend this place to any groups of 6 to 12, for an easy and relaxing vacay.

Our family of 10 had an amazing week in paradise! The home is absolutely beautiful & looks just like the pictures. Samuel & Marisela went above and beyond for us and truly made this the best Airbnb experience Ive ever had. From delicious dinners to fresh made beds ever day we truly felt like we were staying in a resort but with the luxury of privacy! We also loved the safety of the security at the top of the road & the crew that cleaned the sargassam every day! With there being 10 of us (9 & a toddler) we never once felt like we were on top of each other. There was plenty of space for all of us to spread out and enjoy our time in paradise. I felt like my toddler was safe the whole time since he couldn't access the beach or pool without climbing stairs. This is truly a family friendly home! The only con I will say is the shoreline at the house is a bit rocky but this did not stop us from taking the boats out or even just floating. The reef in the bay is truly breathtaking! 😍

This was the second time staying at Casa Tortuga and it was just as good as the first time! There are so many things to do, and if you are traveling with a large group, it's nice to have separate rooms/bathrooms so people can have their space when needed. Samuel and Marisela took such great care of us - they were always there to help, cooked fabulous meals, and allowed us all to truly relax! Such a wonderful experience and highly recommend visiting if you're looking for an awesome place to have fun and relax!

Awesome location that looks exactly like the pictures! Don’t worry about the weed - it’s not a lot and gets cleaned up daily. Highly recommend you get Samuel to cook your meals - absolutely delicious and cheaper and more convenient than going out. Cheryl is a great communicator and dealt with an issue we had as quickly as possible. The road in is as rough as people describe but manageable in the rental car which was not 4WD. The house has everything you need - it is not overly posh so makes it immensely liveable. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The community felt very safe. The issue we had was two properties had hired private DJ’s so it was less than peaceful until security contained the noise. Cheryl even offered to move us to a different house to get away from the noise but it was not required.

Our family had an incredible week at Casa Tortuga! Plenty of room for our group of 9 to relax comfortably and enjoy all of the amenities. The house is close to local attractions, but felt private and secure. We loved the paddleboards, kayaks, pool, and snorkeling equipment. Even more, we loved the incredible service from Samuel and Marisela. They made delicious meals for us with smiles and kept the house spotless all week. They even helped arrange massages for us by the pool. Would highly recommend for a group looking for a great mix of relaxation and fun!

Honestly, this was one of the best vacations I’ve ever had. It was the perfect combination of location, beauty, peacefulness, privacy, relaxation, and price. The bay is lovely, able to be enjoyed by young and old alike on the kayaks and paddle boards provided. Once I’d been out myself I felt completely comfortable letting our 5 children ages 11-16 go out in pairs. Also having a pool (with a gorgeous view!) was a huge plus. Every comfort has been accommodated - lounge chairs, palapa for shade on the beach, large office-size jugs of drinkable water in each room, striped pool towels, patio furniture upstairs and down - I could go on! But the absolute best part was Samuel and Marisela, ready to serve with a smile: groceries stocked on arrival, fresh coffee in the mornings, delicious meals (our party of 9 partook of 12 in all!), blender drinks, clean bedrooms, bathrooms, floors, kitchens, linens. They truly made our stay carefree and relaxing. We tipped them generously, as deserved.

Great stay! The villa was immensely clean. During the week, Samuel and Marisela were very discreet, but made sure the place was clean. We used the services of Chef Samuel, we highly recommend him! He does the grocery shopping and the food is delicious. Payment is easily made at the end of the week (credit or debit) and Samuel provides us with all the invoices. The villa is safe, there is a 24/7 guard at the end of the street. We had a fun time!

Superbe séjour! La villa était immensément propre. Durant la semaine, Samuel et Marisela étaient très discrets, mais s’assuraient que l’endroit soit propre. Nous avons utilisé les services du chef Samuel, nous vous le recommandons fortement! Il fait l’épicerie et la nourriture est délicieuse. Le paiement se fait facilement à la fin de la semaine (crédit ou débit) et Samuel nous fournit toutes les factures. La villa est sécuritaire, il y a un gardien 24/7 au bout de la rue. Nous avons adoré notre séjour!

Great property with enough room for our party of nine. Having Chef service , grocery pickup by Samuel and Marisala was very useful. Right on the beach, great location. Property could use some updating. Cheryl was prompt and proactive with sharing info about check in, local recommendations etc..

We stayed at Casa Tortuga with close friend the week before our wedding at Jashita, just up the bay. Samuel and Marisela were amazing, attentive, and always had a smile on their faces. The beach was cleaned of debris every morning and our group enjoyed all the kayaks, paddle boards, and the warmth of the water. Each of us slept comfortably in our rooms with plenty of water and AC. We also loved utilizing all the different decks throughout the day. Cheryl was very good at communicating with me before our stay. We had an unforgettable time and experience :)

The fantastic house for our group Samuel and Maricela solve everything fantastic to have them and so everyone could rest they cooked very delicious and the margaritas a vice. We really enjoy the pool unfortunately in front of the house you can't get into the sea. It's full of zargazos. Although they take them out daily, it is not possible to bathe so we walk to other places in the bay where they were not there and we go out every morning to different beaches cenotes water park or ruins. Everything is very easy to get around. Cheryl was always available and aware that everything was fine and fixing anything with Samuel

La casa fantástica para nuestro grupo Samuel y Maricela solucionan todo fantástico contar con ellos y así todos pudieron descansar cocinaron muy rico y las margaritas un vicio. Gozamos mucho la piscina lamentablemente frente a la casa no te puedes meter al mar está lleno de zargazos que aunque los sacan a diario no es posible bañarse por lo que caminamos a otros lugares en la bahía donde no habían y salimos todas las mañanas a distintas playas cenotes parque de agua o ruinas todo está cerca muy fácil moverse. Cheryl siempre estaba disponible y alerta que todo estuviera bien y solucionar con Samuel cualquier cosa que se necesitara

I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, thank you for choosing Casa Tortuga Soliman Bay. Cheryl

Host was very responsive. Samuel greeted us warmly upon arrival and exceeded our needs and expectations with service, meals, local recommendations and helped to line up tours and transportation.  Marisela was friendly, warm and helpful as well, keeping the home clean and orderly.  Best vacation our family has experienced and we are very grateful.

Thank you so happy you enjoyed your stay! Cheryl

Samuel and Maricela were amazing hosts! We felt totally pampered with the cleaning and the 5 star restaurant meals! The snorkeling in the bay was outstanding! What a gem!

Cheryl’s place was an absolute dream.  The grounds were beautiful and the multiple outdoor areas meant we spent all our time in the cool, tropical breeze.  The pool is fairly shaded which suited our group perfectly.  There were pool floats and plenty of beach gear for communal use.  Samuel made our stay so easy, arranging transportation and recommending things to do.  Transportation was always on time, clean, and accommodating.  It is a bit of a drive to downtown Tulum if you plan to take multiple excursions but we spent most of the time at the pool/beach so it was perfect.  Would absolutely stay again!

We love Solomon Bay and Casa Tortuga was the perfect place for our crew.  Seaweed was rougher than usual this year, but we had a great time anyway.

Samuel and Marisella were ideal hosts; friendly, responsive, and proactive. Everything was always clean and the food was superb. The property is well maintained and lovely. The only issues with this place are 1) that it’s down a long bumpy road, so it takes 10 minutes just to get to the main road and 2) the water isn’t as clear and the beach isn’t as free of seaweed as other parts of the bay. Fortunately, the beach and water are better just 500m down the beach on the left and it’s a public beach so you’re free to set up camp anywhere.

Cheryl's place is pretty great. We went as two families, each with 3 young kids, and it was a good set up for us. The house was large enough to accommodate all of us and there was plenty for the kids to do. Samuel and Marisela, the staff, were really great and helpful as well. There were a bunch of snorkel masks and lifejackets for the kids to use, as well as kayaks we used to explore the bay. Good things to know--The road to get to the house is unpaved and quite bumpy--not so much that you need a 4x4 but it does get tedious if you're coming and going frequently. One of the A/C units in the bedroom was not working, which ended up being fine as we shifted some people to the casita, but it would have been good to have that working. The pool is really nice and frequently cleaned, but is definitely on the colder side. Overall, I would go back.

Hi Kami, I have let Samuel know regarding the A/C unit not working and it has been fixed my apologies for any inconvenience. The road is usually fixed and graded twice a year springtime and fall. I hope you can make it back one day. Regards Cheryl

We stayed at Casa Tortuga over winter break with two families: 4 adults and 5 children from 5 years old to 11 years old. The house is perfectly situated on Soliman Bay and very well maintained with a full staff working every day to clean, rake, and remove seaweed from the shoreline. We loved the privacy away from Tulum, but accessing the house is down a very bumpy dirt road, so be prepared for 10 minutes of testing your cars suspension. Once on property, the view and peace are well worth the trip. Samuel and Marisela’s cooking and caring for us made for a supremely enjoyable trip. Few notes for families with kids: the bottom two bedrooms are not internally connected to the rest of the home. It would be hard for little ones to stay in these rooms without their parents. Similarly, there is a “casita” that is adjoined via pathway, but quite a bit separated from the house. My 11 year old reveled in the independence this gave her, but the set up wouldn’t suit a family unit.

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Casa Tortuga.  Nothing better than starting your morning with a freshly prepared breakfast by the ocean.  We enjoyed relaxing around the house so much that we rarely left the grounds.

We had an amazing time at Casa Tortuga, beautiful location, clean, and tons of indoor and outdoor space for everyone. The kids loved the pool.

Our stay at Casa Tortuga was absolutely amazing! Samuel & Marisol were wonderful from the time we stepped off the van to when we stepped back on the van to head home. Before we arrived Cheryl had mentioned about the seaweed and had it raked daily, which helped. We loved everything from the meals Samuel & Marisol prepared for us to helping us arrange transportation and activities to the ruins & cenotes. The house is amazing but what makes it even better is the staff and Cheryl. Cheryl has always been very responsive from the time we booked until we left Casa Tortuga. We can’t wait to go back!

Great house and pool with even better service from house managers Samuel and Marisol.  Very private and secure location with easy access to Tulum and other activities.

Thank you for such a great review and personal note. We are extremely happy you and your family/friends enjoyed your stay and made it home safe. I have added (expanded) some important details to the guest manual for future guests.  Thank you and we hope you can make it back one day. Cheryl & Dean

We had a great time. Samuel is kind and friendly and a great cook. Beautiful property, right on the beach. 3 of the rooms do open to outside where the pool is so just a heads up if you have kids. We put the kids in the main part of the house and locked the doors at night so it wasn’t a problem. Location is close enough to Tulum for food and activities but far enough away that it doesn’t feel crowded and touristy. There is a gate into the property that can be locked at night for security. This is the most I have relaxed on a vacation in a long time. Plus there are two resident iguanas that come out to sun themselves which was super fun.

Amazing and truly unforgettable. We will be back. Paradise on Earth and great staff. Thank you so much for having us and making this Vacation so special.

We had a very memorable vacation and loved staying on the property at Casa Tortuga.  It was a close to so many activities we ended up doing - Tulum Ruins, Casa Tortuga Cenote, Xel-Ha (favorite), PGA Mayan Riveria, and an amazing restaurant right in the same private bay.  Thank you Samuel and staff for taking care of us throughout!

Our stay at Casa Tortuga was amazing.  Samuel and Marisol worked hard to maintain the house. The beach was raked daily, which helped to deal with the mild seaweed, that got pushed ashore due a storm. The house is simple,  but the views, beach, pool, and staff make this property amazing. We had some trouble with the neighbors playing loud music late at night and very early in the morning, but Cheryl was quick to respond and helped resolve the issue. Samuel and Marisol’s cooking and help, made up for any noise issues.  Samuel went above and beyond to make our trip fantastic. I highly recommend Casa Tortuga to anyone looking to visits the Mayan riviera and hope to return there some day.

Wonderful stay at Casa Tortuga. From pre-arrival communications and preparations to the stay itself, everything was wonderful. Samuel and Maricella were there for every need!

Casa Tortuga is beautiful! It is even better in person. We were all very happy with the property and our accommodations. Samuel and Maricela were absolutely wonderful. Maricela makes the best pico de gallo I’ve ever had in my life. Cheryl was great and gave us all of the info we needed well ahead of time and was responsive to all of our questions.

We loved staying here! Samuel and housekeeping was so nice. The meals were DELICIOUS and everything was clean. It was so nice being ocean front. Be aware the road getting to the house is dirt and super bumpy, as are many roads in this area.

We had an amazing time at Cheryl's place. The place was located in a very secure location and ~20 mins away from Tulum downtown. Everything was as described. The kayaks/paddle boards were great, we used to them venture into the waters. The beach is a slightly rocky (corals) so the kayaks definitely help with getting into the clearer waters. The beach, pool and house was was cleaned every day. The housekeeping spent hours every day cleaning, wiping floors and all surfaces. Sam was super nice and very helpful, he made great drinks and cut fresh coconuts from the trees on property for us. Cheryl was very responsive and available anytime we needed. We were traveling with 3 young kids and, they had a ball in the pool and playing in the sand. We would definitely recommend this place and hope to come visit again in the future.

Great private place! 3 couples went there for about a week and it worked out perfectly. Couldn’t ask for more.

Great hospitality, amazing views, very professional.  It made for a perfect, stress free vacation.  We’ll definitely stay here again next time we come to Mexico!

Solimon Bay is such a wonderful and secluded place and we loved Casa Tortuga! We love snorkeling and had a great time kayaking out to the reef each day and seeing Eagle rays, sting rays, lobster, and all the reef fish. Sam and Norma made us a terrific meal and treated us great. Our group of 8 definitely recommend it!

Our group (two families with kids + grandparents) had a fabulous time this Christmas. The house had everything we needed, and more than we expected - 5gal water dispensers in each bedroom kept us hydrated, the kitchen came with a giant bottle of microdyne veggie wash, and sunscreen/bugspray/aloe were set out for us on all floors. Samuel and Norma took good care of us: the house was sparkling clean, the grounds managed, coconuts chopped for drinks/snacks, and they made fantastic food. Definitely engage their services for dinners as often as possible! We particularly recommend the ceviche. Suliman bay has amazing snorkeling, and you can paddle/kayak out and tie up to the buoys or just walk in and swim for a few minutes. The beach was nice and sandy, and Samuel quickly removed the sargassum seaweed that washed up after a storm. Our kids had a great time playing on the grounds and on the beach in front of the house. The hammocks are a great place to sit and read in the midday shade. The main Tulum intersection is about 15-20 mins drive, so you're close to ruins, grocery stores, and cenotes - try to get out of the house and see these as well. Only caveats are that there are lots of necessary stairs to get to the upstairs living area, which may be a problem for babies or those with impaired movement, and the downstairs rooms were a bit musty. The upstairs seems to be newer, and was brighter and well-aired. We split our time between the upstairs shaded porch, the covered hammocks by the beach, and the shaded pool during the day, and retreated to the upstairs living area at night when the mosquitos came out. Definitely recommended, we would come back again.

My family of 6 loved our stay at Casa Tortuga. The kids (all teens) immediately stated that it was better than the photos online. The pool is awesome, and we really appreciated the various water accessories available (kayaks, paddle boards, snorkels, fins, life vests, etc). The snorkeling in the bay was the very best we saw in Mexico, including turtles, rays, lots of fish. There is a lot of space to really spread out, and the outdoor areas are lovely, especially with the evening breezes! The air conditioning worked great in the bedrooms, and the beds were quite comfortable. Cheryl was really great about offering tips and responding to questions, emails, and even texts from Mexico. A couple of bumps in the road (pun intended): 1. The road  to the house is quite bumpy from the highway, but our rental minivan did just fine. 2. The Sargasso algae was extremely abundant on the beach, and the smell is strong. However, Samuel and a crew of workers toiled tirelessly every day in the hot sun to shovel and haul away the piles of algae as much as possible. It did spoil the views a bit, but we got used to the smell very quickly and were able to walk through it and into the bay without a problem. The smell was actually non-existent in the bedrooms with the AC on as well. Overall, we loved our time at Casa Tortuga! Thank you to Cheryl and the staff there (Samuel and Norma)!

Good location in a quiet area. And two excellent bars/restaurants nesr by; Chamicos to the south (plastic chairs under the palm trees with cold beer and nice ceviche, just like Tulum used to be ages ago) and Panadino to the north (upscale, tranquil and a fantastic roof terrace). And very serviceminded and competent local support in Samuel!

The Casa Tortuga was everything it was billed to be and more. The location on Soliman Bay was breathtaking. The inside and grounds of the house were impeccably kept, stylishly furnished, comfortable and had more room than we could use. Sitting on the veranda every evening watching the moonrise while pleasant Caribbean cooled the evening was an experience unmatched. Last, but not least, Samuel and Norma kept the house and grounds perfect every day, tended to our every need and prepared incomparable meals. The four of us absolutely loved our stay and strongly recommend the Casa Tortuga.

Thank you, we could not be happier that you had such an amazing time.  I will be sure to let Samuel and Norma know how much you appreciated them.  We hope you can stay with us again someday.  All the Best Cheryl & Dean

This spot was the best place we have stayed over the years- perfect blend of space- near things- awesome pool and hammocks- AND Samuel and Norma are amazing hosts and chefs! Don’t want to tell anyone about this spot so we can keep it to ourselves as if you know about it for sure you will come back- as we will! Thank you !

Thank you so much we are very happy you enjoyed your stay. Hope you can make it back soon. All the Best Cheryl & Dean

magic atmosphere beautiful place. A special thanks to Samuel tour help has been fantastic!

The house is amazing, not super modern, but kozy. The pool is way bigger than it looks in pictures and the area is supercalm and beautyful. What you can't see in the pictures, is that theres a bench along one side of the pool. We used that allday during our stay! The beach is suffering a little from the seaweed, that the rest of the area also suffers from. That being said there's workers trying to showel it away every day. The water though, wow, as soon as you get clear of the beach its amazingly blue and calm, even during the windier days! All in all loved our stay, Cheryl and Samuel are both amazing !

A beautiful place and very friendly service. Daily cleaning of the house is done, which becomes a plus in the service offered and in the comfort of the stay. I would definitely return

Un lugar hermoso y un trato muy amable. Diario se hace la limpieza de la casa, lo que se vuelve un plus en el servicio ofrecido y en la comodidad de la estancia. Definitivamente regresaría

Wonderful quiet bay with great snorkeling. 25 min drive to tulum for groceries and restaurants. Great cenotes close by

We had a fantastic stay at Case Tortuga. The location is great, and the view towards the sea is fabulous.  It is much more quiet than Tulum itself witch is an advantage if you are a family. And it is only a 5 min. drive to Tulum beach if you want more action and a bigger beach. The option to have meals prepared on location is a great option as well.

We had a wonderful time at Casa Tortuga. Cheryl responded right away when we had issues with the plumbing, power and wet floors. She made sure everything was fixed in a timely matter. After talking to other people in Tulum, it is not uncommon for these type of things to happen. It just happened to be all in one week for us. We would definitely recommend staying here and Cheryl is an amazing host. 

Thank you, we hope you can make it back as a returning guest. We do feel bad that the strangest unforeseen things happened all in one week. Thank you for your quick communication which helped me get things looked after as soon as possible even in Mexico. Cheryl

Don't stay at Casa Tortuga. While my group was there, the house was in the middle of a renovation (incomplete front wall, exposed wiring, leaking ceilings, boarded-up windows, water going out) and we were consistently surrounded by construction workers on the property. We were expecting a "beautiful" home with "unparalleled privacy" as described by the listing. To put it bluntly, this was a lie.   The owner was unwilling to offer any meaningful help. She does not live in the same country as the home, and seems to treat the house as a hobby. By the time you stay at the house, the construction might be complete, but if anything goes wrong or things are not as you expect, you will receive no help.

This is an unfortunate situation; I do find some of our comments very malicious and false. I do my very best to help guests prepare for their vacation prior to arrival and make sure that I am available to help during their stay if needed. I stay in daily contact with Mauricio my onsite manager, who from your own comments was wonderful and very helpful. The photos on Airbnb were taken a few days prior to your arrival. Myself and my staff do our very best to make our home comfortable and enjoyable for guests. The house renovations were complete prior to your stay. The wall being referred to, that I tried to explain in our correspondence back and forth, is in fact a finished exterior wall and is a typical Mexican product that was used when this home was originally built in the 90's. It is a small portion of the backside of the house which is not a focal point of the house. The pictures on this site are the south side of the house and beachside of the house, the focal point of the house. I would be happy to send photos of this wall if this area is a concern. Prior to your arrival I notified you by email of the pool construction on our 2nd lot beside the house. I did not hear anything from you until the 5th day of your 7 night stay notifying me of any issues. I promptly stopped the construction of the pool once it was brought to my attention. We did have a water leak that was caused by heavy rains. My staff had it cleaned up immediately and there was no damage. This was a onetime event, when the rain stopped the leak was fixed. One light fixture in the bathroom that has several other light fixtures was broken and has now been replaced. The master bedroom has a total of 4 windows, 2 facing the beach (ocean view) and 2 facing north. Due to hurricane/rainy season we covered the 2 north facing windows as they are exposed to the majority of wind and rain. If they are not covered the rain comes right in the house. We are building an yawning to help protect these windows in the future. Judging from information I received from the wedding planner and my staff this group was very busy enjoying themselves at different events throughout the week such as dinner parties and a pre wedding party for 60+ guests that was held at Casa Tortuga on the evening of the 30th. Pre arranged with me and the wedding planner. The wedding planner emailed me to let me know the house and property looked great and the party was a success, the groom was happy. This is our dream vacation home; we have had several very happy guests and guests that can't wait to come back. Our number one goal was to upgrade and improve our home for our use and the comfort of our guests. My staff and I are very easy to get a hold of at anytime and will do everything possible to help out if something does go wrong. Please feel free to contact me direct if you have any questions. Note: Guests were attending a friend’s wedding on the Bay.

Cheryl was easy to reach and her staff in Mexico was very helpful and very professional. I went with my entire family and had a magical time in this house. They have someone who comes in and keeps the house tidy and makes the rooms everyday. It's right in front of a beautiful bay, they have kayaks, hammocks everywhere, even the breeze coming in is hypnotic and it was right around the time the turtles nest. This place is amazing for families, they have a security gate and it's inside a gorgeous road of beach houses and at an excellent location to visit Tulum and Playa del Carmen. You'll find everything from suggestions of places to visit to internet access. The kids loved this place and would totally recommend it to anyone who wishes to visit Tulum. 

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