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Amazing Vacation Home!
Jerome Lhotka February 2024
What a beautiful, spacious, well thought out vacation home! It provided our group of nine with ample space but more importantly all the amenities we like from a resort with the privacy and security of our own home. We split time between eating on-site, and exploring local establishments across the island and each time felt like we had our best meals right at our home. The level of service before and during our trip was incredible. Any need or question was answered almost immediately. Thank you David and staff for a great time- we will return!
Casa de Las Cupulas is truly a slice of paradise.
Amy Johnson July 2023
We had a family of eight and could not have asked for a better home or hosts. David was helpful with every detail of our stay. From our transfers to the island, to the menus, to the diving company, recommendations for food, beaches, stores and activities. If we needed anything at all he was there to help us with absolutely everything. He makes sure your happiness is a priority. Every detail is so well thought out to make your stay PERFECTION! The meals prepared by the amazing staff were incredible to say the least! We were more than impressed and full! Best meals on the island. They even accommodated us when we had a full day of diving or snorkeling and made us meals that could easily be reheated when we got back. The house itself is clean, gorgeous and full of things to do. We were welcomed with the best salsa and guacamole ever and fresh fruits and goodies! We would hang out in the pool after a day of diving, or in the morning before snorkeling. There is an area in the pool that always has shade, right under the bar area so you don’t have to worry about being under the hot sun. We all had a lot of fun playing tennis while the sun went down. Tennis at sunset became a regular thing! The grand dining table was right next to the magnificent kitchen. Every room was impeccable, clean, the bed was probably the most comfortable I have ever slept in. I loved all the artwork around the house as well! And one thing that you need on this island is a good home to relax in. Every time we came home we were welcomed with the fresh cool air conditioning. Highly highly recommend staying here. I have stayed on the island three times and this was by far my favorite time here and favorite place to stay. Our family made memories of a lifetime here and are forever grateful. Highly highly recommend!
Caribbean Paradise!
Filmfirst Playa Del Rey, CA USA
I spent 2 weeks last November at this beautiful villa overlooking the Caribbean. The villa is an architectural masterpiece with crafted domed brick ceilings and marble floors throughout. The grounds are well maintained with a lighted tennis court, heated pool and outdoor entertaining cabana. The experience was made all the more enjoyable by the courteous and attentive staff of 2, a full-time housekeeper and grounds keeper. The island itself is very charming with rugged coastal views on the southern end and beautiful soft-sand beaches on the north. The town has many shops with local hand crafted arts and a wide variety of restaurants. If the island becomes too laid back and you crave the night life, you are only a short ferry boat ride away from Cancun’s clubs and discos. I also spent some time exploring the Mayan temples at Chichen-Itza, and some of the old colonial cities of the Yucatan. All in all, a great vacation spot.
Beautiful Isla Getaway!
Christie and Chad Westchester, NY
The house was lovely, the island charming and the staff was helpful and available. We enjoyed our daily trips to town, although this was a bit of a hike, considering we were at the far tip of the island. The house has most everything you would need for a relaxing stay on Isla Mujeres. We woud absolutely go back to this beautiful spot again!
Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
An unforgettable experience!
Jeff Extine July 2023
Casa de las cupulas is an absolutely wonderful place to stay. With frigate birds above, smaller birds flying by to visit, and Iguanas skittering around this house is such a lovely way to experience the beauty of Isla Mujeres. The pool was lovely day and night, the rooms were beautiful with comfortable beds, and the artistry of the house was incredible. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was extremely delicious.
Gorgeous House in Isla Mujeres!
Rockyell from KS
We rented this house for 6 nights in Isla Mujeres and we all LOVED it. David coordinated with us upfront, gave great directions, helped with recommendations etc. The staff at the house –especially Amira (the cook) were fabulous. It was so awesome to be on vacation, but be able to eat delicious meals, freshly cooked, and served. The staff kept the house and grounds very clean! I would HIGHLY recommend renting this house for a family, or a large group. We had some teenagers with us and the space was wonderful and the tennis court/basketball hoop kept them entertained during rest times from beach/pool.
The Best Vacation I’ve EVER had!!
Bachelorette2016 from Charleston, South Carolina
We had our bachelorette party in Isla Mujeres and were so in love with the house! We had 10 girls stay and were more than comfortable with the space. Everything from the kitchen, bedrooms, pool (with a swim up bar!!) , lounge areas, roof top, guest house, golf carts and hammocks were fantastic! We even ordered the same bedroom sheets online because they were so wonderful! Amira and her daughter took such good care of us that we felt like part of the family! The food was out of this world, definitely eat as many meals as possible at the house! The golf carts were super fun and a great option for getting around town. The homeowner, David was so accommodating and made sure we had everything we needed and then some making our experience very personalized. My only regret was that we didn’t stay longer. Thank you again David and the wonderful staff of Casa De Las Cupulas! They even taught me how to make the most amazing margaritas which will stay with me for life!!
Wonderful house and service in idyllic location
December 19, 2015
I recently completed a weeklong stay at the villa as part of a group of 11 people: 2 families consisting of 4 adults and 7 children whose ages ranged from 6 to 12 years old. We could not have been happier with our stay. First of all, the home itself is luxurious and immaculate both inside and out. The common areas were more than large enough to accommodate all of us so that we didn’t feel crowded, and the outside, especially the pool area, was positively resort-like. We all also got a lot of use out of the tennis court and a small but very serviceable grassy front lawn where the kids could play ball. But what really distinguished this house from the many others my family had previously rented was the level of service. As many other reviewers have noted, Amira is just an excellent chef. I literally ate more in my week at the villa than I’ve ever eaten in a week in my life! And David went far beyond most landlords in anticipating our needs. He also managed to do what still seems rather heroic–which is to say, when the plumbing stopped working in the guest house on aSunday morning, he had a plumber fix the problem within an hour of being informed of it–on a Sunday! Again, this level of service is far superior to anything I have seen before and makes the difference between a good and a great vacation. One aspect that I want to point out for potential visitors is that the house is about a 10-15-minute golf cart ride away from the world-class beaches on the north end of the island, and even those beaches tend to get crowded Christmas week. So if one were looking for miles of secluded sandy beach outside one’s front door, this villa does not provide that. However, for us, the combination of a beautiful, private, fully stocked house and the unique charms of the island more than justified the drive to the beaches. Also, worth noting that we actually all loved cruising around the island on those golf carts, interacting with local merchants and townspeople and not being in the bubble of a resort. In sum, I very enthusiastically recommend this house!
Beautiful house, very well thought out and luxurious!
Deleniah
We loved the house and the architecture is stunning! Each room is as lovely as the next. Every convenience you could ask for and more. There is a beautiful view of the ocean on the front porch, by the fabulous pool and master suite. Amira and Emanuel were wonderful. We had gourmet meals every day and the grounds were kept in perfect order. Emanuel also was great about opening the gate after we ventured to the North side for the sunset every night. Amira cooked fabulous meals and made sure we had everything we needed every day. David the owner called to check on us and was great too. The whole experience was a once in a lifetime for me and my husband, it was our 20 year wedding anniversary! We were very happy with our stay for the week, how could you not be? The house is just beautiful and definitely one of the nicest on the island. I recommend this house to anyone you will not be disappointed!
Favorite Activity: Musa tour
What more could one ask?
Tom C Dickson, Tennessee
Everything about this villa is well thought out. Located slightly off the beaten tourist path, Casa de las Cupulas is located on the island of Isla Mujeres, a short ferry ride from Cancun, Mexico. The island itself is a quaint, friendly place with warm white beaches on one side and dramatic cliffs on the other where the Caribbean surf crashes constantly. The villa is located on the sparsely populated southern part of Isla within walking distance of the Mayan ruins which stand on the southernmost tip. The elevated stone patio within the walls of Casa is an ideal place to sip coffee while watching the sun rise over the Caribbean. The architecture, furnishings, and decor of Casa de las Cupulas are beautiful, interesting, and unique, creating an atmosphere of relaxation. The greatest feature of this place, however, is the service provided by David (the owner) and the staff. Amira, the cook/housekeeper, prepared wonderful dishes for us daily. everything she served was made from scratch, including an endless supply of guacamole, pico, fresh squeezed orange juice, and fresh fruit. evening meals were works of art. I spoke to David daily and his advice about the island – what to do, where to go, who to call, was invaluable. I called him several times and he never missed answering his phone. I was with a prty of ten, and the villa accommodated us generously without ever feeling crowded. To summarize, there are not enough stars to rate the quality of this place.
Beautiful!
We had our wedding on the island. Everything was perfect! The owner was very accommodating, even going out of his way to help with wedding plans. The house and housekeeper/cook were outstanding. We were definitely spoiled!!
Spectacular
mgf0704 Lake Charles, LA
Where do I start!!! This property is absolutely beautiful and more importantly comfortable and very clean. No detail has been spared from the gourmet kitchen, the beautiful tile through-out, the pool area, guest house, tennis court, location, views and staff. We had breakfast daily and dinner twice, all cooked to perfection by the wonderful cook who also works as the housekeeper. I think she can cook anything! You can sit outside on the front porch to see & listen to sounds of the ocean or you can stay by the pool which offers a comfortable lounging bed, a huge palapa & a big pool complete with a swim-up bar! The pool is heated for night swimming. The house has surround sound and an IPod hook-up so music can flow anywhere you are. The living room comes with a big screen TV and DVD player which was great for the nites we stayed in. The grounds-keeper keeps the property in tiptop shape so there is no need to lift a finger. The house is located in the quiet end of the island but still close to shopping, dining and the beach. Golf carts are used to navigate the island and can be delivered directly to the house. This property is ideal for groups, (we had 7-plenty of space) couples and families. It totally made the vacation for us and beat staying in a hotel. The owner of the property met us upon arrival and was extremely helpful and available if we needed anything. He’s very knowledgeable about the island and ready with excellent recommendations on things to do, shopping, eating and where the best beach is. I highly recommend this property and plan to return just as soon as possible. By the way, the house comes complete with three wonderful dogs that are all rescues and a very friendly cat. They are absolutely NO problem at all and are happy to have you around.
Beautiful, Relaxing, Romantic
BPatterson Downingtown, PA USA
Beautiful home with the most interesting attention to details…the owner was most gracious…loved the dogs I felt that I was at home…the owner’s cook, maid and grounds keeper are delightful and very accommodating to your every need..very relaxing…easy to get around Isla when you have a golf cart..especially romantic at night…
Wonderful
Donna Lynn Malvern, Pa
This was our best Vacation by far…the home is beautiful, relaxing and very comfortable. The owner is very accommodating. This was much more then we expected. The meals that were prepared for us….YUMMY…. The dogs just made the house feel like a home. The pool area was the best, private bar, pool everything you wanted in a vacation.. Just Fantastic!
An amazing price/value property
Roger H Los Angeles
My last vacation to Mexico with my family was to an all inclusive resort in Cancun. By the time I rented several rooms and added meals, the week cost about the same as this home on Isla. What was not the same was the extraordinary beauty, style and staff that comes with this home. The rocky shell beach, light house point and eco-resort are all walking distance, and town is a 10 minute scooter ride away — and there is a private tennis court! I will definetely go back to this property!
Recommended for: Age 55+, Pet-friendly, Tourists without a Car, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Magical Paradise!
Claudita California
I spent 5 days in this magical paradise. Besides providing gorgeous sunsets, stunning architecture, sumptuous food and soothing breezes Casa de las Cupulas was immaculate and everything was in perfect working order from the Internet Service to the icemaker. This is a place you can go and feel that everything is right with the world.
Great Food; quiet private tasteful home
J-Bird Studio City, CA USA
My girlfriends and I have been taking trips to Mexico for over 20 years. This house is is far and above the best place we’ve ever stayed. The house is decorated with contemporary artwork from 1st rate artist Octavio Campo (I am now a fan of his). And the cook/housekeeper made us feel like we were eating fresh, healthy, home cooked local food – each and every meal. And te pool was warm, and private – the housekeeper even served us lunch in the pool one day (we just had to ask). If you’re looking for a very tasteful, classy place to relax on a beautiful island, you’ve found it.
Recommended for: Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Pet-friendly, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Perfect Vacation
Jordan Baum February 2019
Where do I start!? David and his staff have created an experience that really makes you feel like you are at home in paradise. The house is stunning, all of the craftsmanship of the pool, tennis court, etc. is top notch. The beds are comfortable, the view of the ocean is beautiful, and the location is perfect. But the FOOD! Every meal there was absolutely fantastic. By far the best guacamole I’ve ever had, and the habanero salsa is something I will think about and miss for the rest of my life. Everything was made from scratch daily by the wonderful cook, and provided an incredible experience that made us feel like we were among family. It’s an easy 10 minute moped ride to the north tip of the island where the beach and all the shopping are, but honestly we wanted to stay at the house more than anything.
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