Stone Tree is a stone-built 5-bedroom villa with a pool, tropical garden, and terraces in Old Town Tulum. Accommodating up to 14 guests, it sits near shops, restaurants, beaches, and ruins.
The Space
Stone Tree Main House and Cottage accommodate up to 14 guests. Located in “Old Town” Tulum, within the original Maya neighborhood, Stone Tree offers a culturally rich and welcoming setting where you can experience the area as either a visitor or a local.
Stone Tree was the first vacation rental in Tulum. The private property includes a Main House and a Cottage, enclosed by high stone walls and surrounded by a lush tropical garden. The property also features a swimming pool. Both houses are built from stone, and most furnishings, windows, and doors were custom-made by local Maya carpenters.
Main House
The Main House accommodates up to 9 guests and includes:
- Three bedrooms
- Four bathrooms
- Kitchen
- Living and dining room
- Two second-floor terraces
- Roof terrace
Cottage
The Cottage consists of two studio units and accommodates up to 5 guests.
Cottage Baja
Cottage Baja accommodates up to 3 guests and includes:
- One double-size bed
- One single-size bed
- Bathroom
- Walk-in closet
- Fully equipped kitchen
Cottage Baja is private from the upper apartment and the Main House. Guests may enjoy their privacy or socialize with other guests as they wish.
Cottage Alta
Cottage Alta accommodates up to 3 guests and includes:
- One queen-size bed
- One single bed
- Bathroom
- Walk-in closet
- Fully equipped kitchen
Comfort and Ventilation
All windows and doors in both houses have screens, so mosquito nets are not necessary. Thick stone walls, numerous large windows, and ceiling fans provide excellent ventilation.
All bedrooms in the Main House and both Cottage units have air conditioning, although it is rarely needed or used.
Included in the Rental Rate
- Taxes
- Wi-Fi
- Cable television
- Cleaning after the third night
- One 5-gallon jug of purified water, which can be refilled across the street at a small store
- Cotton sheets and towels
- Beach towels
- Beach umbrellas
- Access to the shared pool and front patio
- Ten pages of local tips based on 25 years in the area
The store across the street also sells beer, alcohol, chips, and ice.
All three kitchens include blenders, coffee makers, and everything necessary to prepare your own meals.
Additional Services
- Air conditioning: $7 USD per air conditioner, per night. Pay Soco for each night and each air conditioner used.
- Catering: Meals prepared by Soco. Her mole is highly recommended, as are her pre-Hispanic vegetarian dishes. Meals cost $5–$6 USD per person and include tortillas, beans, rice, and a fruit drink.
- Shopping before arrival: $15 USD, plus the cost of groceries.
- Massage: $50 USD for a one-hour massage. An excellent Maya massage therapist can come to the house.
- Laundry: $5 USD per load.
- Additional house cleaning
- Babysitting: $7 USD per hour for one or two children.
Shared Areas
The pool and front patio are shared with other guests. An outdoor shower is also available for rinsing off sand after visiting the beach.
Location
Stone Tree is centrally located yet secluded. The property is one block from the jungle, which separates the town from the beaches.
Within three blocks, you will find:
- Main bus terminal
- Bicycle rentals
- Taxis
- Shops
- Restaurants
- Casa de la Cultura
- Main town plaza
A pleasant bike path is located 10 blocks away and leads toward the beaches. The beaches and Tulum Ruins are approximately:
- 20–30 minutes by bicycle
- 5–10 minutes by car
Guest reviews
4.8
· 16 reviews
4.8
Cleanliness
5.0
Accuracy
4.9
Communication
4.7
Location
4.9
Check-in
4.6
Value
What guests are saying
5
Melissa
8 months ago
Amazing location right in town, truly walkable to everything, with just a quick taxi ride to the beach. We felt completely safe and at home here. The listing is very accurate: you're by the jungle, so you'll see some bugs. We also had very heavy rain one day that caused a brief plumbing issue. That said, we share this not as a complaint but as a note for expectations - if you're looking for a luxury resort experience, this may not be your place. But if you want a well-loved, comfortable property in a fantastic, walkable location, this spot is absolutely your jam. The host, Téa, was incredibly responsive, and Soco, who cares for the property, is the sweetest and so helpful. Bonus: there's a very sweet dog and the friendliest cat on the property - they'll happily stop by for snuggles Thanks for sharing your mom's beloved spot with us!
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5
Amit
3 years ago
We'd never been to Tulum before, and were interested in spending a few days in the town, among the community. Stone Tree was perfect for that experience. We were able to walk every morning in a different direction and find cozy coffee shops, bakeries piled high with fresh local breads, and kids and even adults playing organized sports. The house itself is very spacious and blends artistic touches, aspects of local nature, and private spaces. There was someone at the house who cooked a meal for us at a reasonable additional charge. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
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5
Ryan
4 years ago
Everything was perfect. Tea's responsiveness, cleanliness, accuracy for the location / listing, and value could not have been better. It is obvious how much love and thoughtfulness went into this house - we treated it with love and respect. Soco is a delight and incredibly helpful. It was great for a group of 9 - everyone had a bed and were comfortable throughout. Thank you again, Tea!
5
Olive
4 years ago
Beautiful, charming, relaxing place in a very convenient location. Walk to dozens of highly rated restaurants. We found it very easy to catch a cab to the beach from the nearby main road (Avenida). Would recommend this place to anyone looking for a cozy home to stay in while you adventure around Tulum!
5
Isabelle
5 years ago
This is the place to stay while visiting the town of Tulum and surrounding locations. This is a perfect home spot to cook and relax in in-between activities.
5
Karmjeet
5 years ago
For a local not over the top place to stay close to the center of Tulum, Tea’s place is an excellent choice.
5
Scott
5 years ago
Beautiful spot perfect location
4
Liam
7 years ago
Donna's communication is excellent and the Stone Tree is a great place to stay.
5
Pete
7 years ago
Donna's place lived up to its billing for us. Her home is a quiet oasis in a setting that provides a fascinating and authentic modern-day Mayan experience. Our group included two quite elderly folks and a disabled young man, and the place worked great for all of them. Be sure to experience Soco's mole!
4
Jean
9 years ago
Donna's place provides lodging for a large group in two well-designed and comfortable houses. When we wanted to gather, there was a large living room and beautiful patio, but when we wanted privacy, we could retreat to our bedrooms or small apartments and their adjoining patios. The patio pool is perfect for small children to play in and the adult also used it daily to cool off and relax. This location is perfect for the adventurous traveler who wants to experience small-town Mexican culture. Though the house itself has an oasis-like feel, it is located in an urban neighborhood. We enjoyed walking to downtown and to the neighborhood shops, fresh produce markets, restaurants and parks, and felt safe as we did so. But a traveler seeking a beachfront spa-style resort would be disappointed. Donna's communication with the guest before the trip is phenomenal. She provided numerous pages of tips, instructions, recommendations of places to go, and a local map. She also responded promptly to questions via email. The house manager, Soco, lives on-site but unobtrusively, and was tremendously helpful as well. Not only that, but she is a wonderful cook and provided us with two delicious authentic Mexican dinners. (This is a service that is arranged and paid for separately, not part of the overall rent). If you are comfortable using mass transit, Donna's tips tell you how to do so and taxis are also readily available. A rental car came in handy for excursions far out of town, but if we visit again, I think we would only rent one for a day or two of the trip, and use mass transit or taxis the rest of the time. We are very glad we stayed at Donna's place and were able to discover the many beautiful areas in and around Tulum. We highly recommend visiting the amazing cenotes at Dos Ojos and the beautiful beaches, including Playa Paraiso. We also enjoyed the Mayan Ruins at Coba, where you can ride in a pedicab on paths through the shady jungle while learning about Mayan culture. Xelha is a more modern eco-park/amusement park, but lots of fun as well.
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