CASA CANTARENA – Tulum, Sian Kaan, Riviera Maya, Mexico

With an incredible private beachfront location, personalized service and sustainable power, Casa Cantarena is the perfect combination of luxury and privacy. Set on a calm lagoon in the Sian Ka’an Biosphere Reserve on one side and a pristine beach on the other, the villa respects its beautiful surroundings by running on solar and wind power.

The 4 suite-style bedrooms and full-time staff of 4 at this Mayan-inspired contemporary home give the property a deluxe atmosphere perfect for romantic getaways, family time or special celebrations.

Your stay at Casa Cantarena begins with our Villa Manager arranging all the details of the vacation you envision. After the airport transfer from Cancun, the Villa Manager, chef and butler continue the personalized service throughout. Spend your days relaxing on the deck lounge area or beach-side beds, splashing in the chlorine-free pool or playing with the provided beach toys. For a more adventurous day you can explore the lagoon with the kayaks and snorkeling equipment. At night, the stars shine bright and an overhead projection system brings your favorite movies to a big screen, and Wifi keeps you connected.

The great room, which runs parallel to the pool and beach, features high ceilings with an exposed thatch that opens to the deck via a series of fold-away doors. Low-slung white sectionals make the sitting area inviting, and provide the perfect space to enjoy a morning coffee and admire the incredible view of the blue ocean. Enjoy meals from the fully equipped kitchen in director-style chairs in the breezy dining room.

Each of the 4 bedrooms at Casa Cantarena has an en-suite bathroom and air conditioning. There are 3 rooms with king-size beds and 1 room with 2 double beds. Soft shades of sand, coral and turquoise make the bedrooms feel serene, while showers clad in stone and wood give the bathrooms a spa-worthy vibe.

It’s easy to explore the Riviera Maya from the villa’s beachfront location. It’s 3 miles to the Mayan arch entrance to the Sian Ka’an reserve, 17 miles to cave adventures at Cenote Aktun Chen and 40 miles to the main Riviera Maya resort area. If you’d like to explore the region’s other beaches, head to Barceló Maya Beach, 25 miles away, or Catalonia Yucatan Beach, 27 miles away. Play a round at Campo de Golf Puerto Aventuras, 26 miles away, or perfect your game at 1 of 2 tennis courts about 27 miles away. Though airport transfers are included in your stay, plan on a 73-mile drive from Cancun International Airport to Casa Cantarena.