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4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks

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Outdoor dining
Beach
Property grounds
Beach
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9218.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Breakfast available
  • Fireplace

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Playa del Carmen | Solidaridad, QROO
  • Playa Paraiso Golf Course
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Maroma Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo (PCM)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks

Casa Chanty Beachfront Paradise with Spectacular Views.
Experience the ultimate vacation at Casa Chanty, a Caribbean-style vacation home in Playa del Secreto designed for families and groups of friends seeking a relaxing getaway. Nestled in the exclusive Playa del Secreto, this beachfront haven offers a serene environment as it is reserved for the privileged few who rent on this pristine beach. To ensure your peace of mind, the entrance to Playa del Secreto is guarded 24 hours a day.

Casa Chanty comprises two independent, separate, and awe-inspiring beachfront apartments, each offering a distinct level of comfort and privacy—the 4 Bdrs. “Penthouse" occupies the top floor and accommodates up to 9 guests. From its circular glass front wall, you can revel in a panoramic 180° view of the Caribbean Sea and the stunning beach. Truly a sight to behold!

The two units share only the outdoor common areas. A long span of white sandy beach stretches in front of the house, offering seclusion and an unparalleled, paradise-like experience. You'll find yourself just 5 meters away from the water's edge!

Apartment Description:
Step into the spacious kitchen, seamlessly connected to the dining and living area, creating an open and inviting space. The sliding doors lead to a terrace where you can bask in the awe-inspiring view of the Caribbean. The kitchen is fully equipped, ensuring you have everything you need for your culinary endeavors. The living room features plush leather sofas and a satellite TV for your entertainment.

Bedroom Layout - Sleeps 9:

1st Bedroom: King-sized bed (Master Bedroom with balcony)
2nd Bedroom: 2 twin beds
3rd Bedroom: King-sized bed
4th Bedroom: King-sized bed + 2 individual beds in the spacious private loft
All bedrooms are equipped with air conditioning and ceiling fans, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. There are 3 full bathrooms with showers, one has a washer & dryer, and each has windows to let in natural light and refreshing sea breezes.

The beachfront pool is a tranquil oasis where you can unwind while admiring the breathtaking view of the beach and sea. Please note that the pool is shared with the ground floor unit. Rest assured, the atmosphere at Casa Chanty is always discreet and quiet, allowing you to fully enjoy the peacefulness and beauty of this secluded location.

Chef at Home Service:
Enhance your stay with our Chef at Home service, provided by Chef Beto. Indulge in his delectable culinary creations for daily lunch and dinner. The cost varies depending on the number of people and does not include food expenses. Chef Beto, a Mexican native, takes great care in preparing dishes that our customers deeply appreciate. His prices are fair and reasonable.

2 to 5 people: $85 USD
5 to 8 people: $105 USD
8 to 10 people: $130 USD
Additionally, we offer a Welcome Dinner for $35 USD per person, which includes food. A minimum of 4 guests is required for this option and $ 45 USD if only 2. Chef Beto can also assist with grocery shopping at the supermarket for an extra fee starting at $15.

To arrange Chef Beto's services, please contact him directly at 0052 984 1256258.

Concierge. service and shuttle service with
Mr. Andrea Battini +52 998 2142316

Services and Amenities:

On-site manager available daily to cater to your needs
Complimentary Wi-Fi internet access
Housekeeping service provided three times a week
Free use of kayaks and paddleboards
Location:
Casa Chanty is conveniently located 25 minutes from the Cancun Airport, 15 minutes to Playa del Carmen, 8 minutes to Puerto Morelos, 1 hour to Tulum, and 2,5 hours to Chichen Itza, a perfect start of .a point from major tourist attractions.

Property manager

CRISTINA MASSALONGO
Premier Host

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Permitted on balconies and areas outside the unit

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Playa del Carmen

Located in Playa del Secreto, a neighbourhood in Playa del Carmen, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Maroma Beach and Tres Rios Ecopark. Travelling with kids? Consider Arrecife de Puerto Morelos National Park, or check out an event or a game at El Rey Polo Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Playa Paraiso Golf Course - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Paradise Beach - 7 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Maroma Beach - 13 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Tres Rios Ecopark - 15 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • Cancun, Quintana Roo (CUN-Cancun Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cena Trattoria By el Faro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Huama - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪El Mar y Tierra - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Limon y Sal - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Don Miquel - ‬17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4-Bedroom Penthouse, Private Beach, Chef, Wi-Fi, Housekeeping, Kayaks located?

Nestled on the beach, this Playa del Secreto holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Playa Paraiso Golf Course, Paradise Beach and Nicklaus Design Golf Course. Cirque du Soleil Boutique at Vidanta Riviera Maya is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 33 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach oasis near Playa del Carmen
Everything was very smooth for our entire stay. The beach is beautiful and steps away. The drive to Playa del Carmen for evening activities is quite short, but I recommend you get a taxi for the round trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan R., Oklahoma

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
Location : For us, the location was perfect. The home is located between Cancun and Playa Del Carmen. 20 mins from the airport, 20 mins to Playa Del Carmen, 12 mins to Puerto Morelos for shopping , restaurants, and groceries. The stretch of beach is secluded with only the residences near having access to the beach. I rate the location a 10 Property : We stayed in the penthouse. The views from the living room, kitchen, and outside dining area are amazing. The bathroom and bedrooms are spacious, and the kitchen is well equipped for those that enjoy cooking. The pool and outdoor space is a great place to relax , eat and enjoy the sunrise. I rate the penthouse suite a 10 Staff : Our first two days we had Beto ( chef ) make us breakfast and lunch. He was very accommodating and the food was great. Daily the staff checked in and made sure we had everything we needed. One of the owner's lives onsite ( detached house in the front of the property ) he's always available to help and answer questions. I rate the staff a 10 Overall 10, we would rent this again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Cliff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
We stayed in the penthouse for one week at the end of March. Pros: Location - the beach is phenomenal, the outdoor area is so welcoming, well organized and conducive to enjoying time and meals together. It’s close to Canun, Puerto Morales and Playa del Carmen for day trips. The house has everything you need but it’s definitely not luxurious - more like a family cottage. All staff and host are very friendly and helpful. Dogs on the property are great. Beach was cleaned of Sargassum every day and as a result was one of the best spots for swimming. Lots of beach area for long walks Nice and private except for any tenants on the lower level. Cons: Some of the beach equipment needs replacing - the paddle board leaked so much we couldn’t carry it back up the beach and the paddle is not very rigid. The loft with room for 4 is not very practical, it has a tight cylindrical staircase with two low beams at the top so any reasonably sized adult needs to bend over significantly to get in or out. There is no washroom up there so you’d have the beams and stairs to contend with if you get up at night. If there are people staying in the lower level you’ll need to be accommodating with regard to sharing the outdoor areas and beach equipment. We actually met some wonderful people staying on the lower level but it may not be what you’re looking for on a vacation. We had a fantastic relaxing time a Casa Chanty - the location and views make it so you can’t help but unwind. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly P., Yukon, Oklahoma, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love Playa
Views from the property are beautiful! The kitchen had everything we could need. The property manager was always kind and very helpful. My only complaint was that we never had hot water for showers or doing the dishes. We will stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Terry K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Could use some love and update
The location was awesome, however, this property needs some renovation (furniture, broken handles& facets, kitchen utensils, ice tray, more hangers, etc.)with a priority to improved water system. Heated water was limited given 3 rental properties on site. The odor of water and drainage needs attention. Better filters and cleaned drain lines for odor.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Loved our vacation!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great bang for the buck
The property was pretty much as I expected based on the photos. The beach is fabulous, quite secluded, you will only get a few random people walking past you every day. The unit itself was clean and well kept, we will definitely stay here again. The pool is quite small but it was great to float in with a margarita in hand, great to wash away the salt water after you get out of the ocean. The seaweed is a problem at all beaches in the Mayan Riviera from March to late June. They cleaned the seaweed every day as best as they could, some days the seaweed was completely washed away, other times it was inundated. Overall this beach was very good compared to most other beaches we saw all along the coast. Great bang for the buck.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B., Surrey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
***Nothing but perfect***
This penthouse was spectacular for our 50th Anniversary trip with 9 people!! The house, the view, the ocean, the pool, the pelapas, the staff, and Chef Beto made it one to remember for generations. Thank you Cristina, Roberto, and Damian.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Toya E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice private house
All was smooth with rental and check in. The house is vey open and has a great view. The beds are comfortable and linen on the bedS as well. Towels are older and a bit scratchy. Kitchen is sparsely outfitted with cooking gear. Overall, the house needs a DEEP clean and spruce up. (Example: Kitchen drawers have food stains and crumbs in them and the flooring on the deck is cracked and could easily cut a persons foot.) The pool area is quite nice and the water warm and inviting. The beach walks every morning we’re fantastic and as expected there is Seaweed. Other properties cleaned the beach in front daily but this was not done at Casa Chanty. The friendly dogs were nice to come home to. Damien was lovely and helpful (though at times we steered clear due to his smoking cigarettes) Bottom line-lovely beach and pool area of Casa Chanty at Playa Secreto felt safe and private. These were the best features for us. We had Chef Beto come twice and he was super nice and the food tasty. I highly recommend him as an add on to your vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

katherine d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caribbean getaway
My husband and I stayed 10 days and loved every moment. The location is incredible. The property manager was available to help us with whatever we needed. Damien was the young many that cleaned for us a was great! We had Chef Beto cook for us several times and thoroughly enjoyed his food!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private Beach Perfection
Cristina’s place is incredible - the house is just as it’s pictured, and the location is even more incredible. The house in is a private neighborhood so you have the gorgeous beach almost to yourself, and the views from the penthouse are amazing. We spent lots of time in the ocean and pool - you really don’t need to leave for anything once you’ve arrived. Definitely do a dinner with Chef Beto during your stay, and give the house manager’s three adorable dogs lots of pets!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vaca
We chose casa chanty after seeing the incredible pictures online. It did not disappoint. It is exactly as shown. The property is so beautiful and the house has everything you would need for a relaxing vacation. The location directly on the private beach is perfect. With the palapas, lounges and hammocks, my family utilized it all. Alberto and Damien are there for all your needs and can answer questions you may have about places to see and experience. The doggy welcoming crew are so cute and friendly, they made it feel more homey. Puerto Morelos is a close 15 min drive with groceries, restaurants and shopping. While there we celebrated my daughters 26 birthday and had Chef Beto cook a celebration dinner for our family. His food is phenomenal and they left us stuffed with a clean kitchen and leftovers. He brought fresh caught lobster which was the highlight of our dinner and topped it off with homemade churros. We usually vacation in Hawaii but now that we’ve found Casa Chanty, I could care less if I go back to Hawaii. Mexico will be our new go to. Much more affordable and friendlier people. I’m recommending this place to all my friends and family. Thank you Christina for opening your amazing place for memories to be made!!😊🌴
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of my best vacations
This property is great it has a bungalo cabin vibe, the view is beautiful and there is so much room and things to do, really like the location it is quiet and quite seclusive I would recommend renting a car if staying here though because the taxis charge an insane amount of money everything we needed was a 10 minute drive away and if you want the life of cancun it is about 25 minutes although we had a good time only going there twice staying at the house alone is amazing and relaxing will definitely book again if I decide to come out to cancun again (PERFECT FOR FAMILIES)
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es un paraíso
La playa es espectacular, la casa muy cómoda y con una vista increíble. El lugar es privado, perfecto pars estas épocas de covid . Tal ves solo lis colchones deberían mejorarse, son muy viejos
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

shannon m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Great place to stay - we rented the penthouse unit - the loft bedroom is closed off so is truly a bedroom - lots of space - for sure ask about BETO as a daily cook! You will need a car - there is not much to do but sand and surf. (Which was what we were looking for) Very relaxing time - we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shane G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Once in a lifetime vacation for our family
Amazing property located right on the beach. Close to everything. Couldn’t have been better.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Wonderful place to stay. More people around the property than expected but it was still fairly private. If looking for a place to sleep in late, this might not be it but if you are a heavy sleeper it would be ok. Staff was friendly and helpful, house was very clean. Beach is nice, they rake it frequently. View is amazing! And washer/dryer didn’t really work so don’t count on that. Overall phenomenal experience. Thank you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

chris c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than the pictures
House was great - nice, clean with what pretty much amounts to a private beach. Loved the patio and view from the living room. Alberto was very helpful! We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Cyndi R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd time and will be back for a 3rd time
This was our second time there and it was even better than the great first time. This time we were on the top unit which offered nicer views. Plus the seaweed was not bad this time compared to last time. But they do go out and rake it up each day. Great place to stay and the staff is great to work with. Plus they have 3 great dogs that will go play in the surf with you.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fantastic time!!
Loved the house and the location. Enjoyed the pool located right on the beach. Great house for a large family. Will always treasure this week we have had here.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorri P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach getaway
Had another great stay at Casa Chanty! Kid/ family friendly. Great people and beautiful beaches. We love it here!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ready to book again!!!
I’ll start by saying we loved this place. It was exactly what my family and extended wanted for our annual family trip. We loved the simplicity and remoteness. Cristina is amazing and so so easy to work with. Great replies and easy arrangements. They provide everything that’s really” needed and allow you to leave your life back home. It’s a tropical beach house and understand this. Getting to from airport and to from town(PM PDC) is a snap. Can do Colectivo, taxi or rental car. Up to you and your $$/comfort level in a foreign country. Mexico is so easy and welcoming btw. I’ve never had a bad Mexico experience and have travelled to several locations over the years. The beach is amazing and clean. Israel is on it when it comes to keeping it clean and the seaweed in control. Side note, the Yucatán is being hit but a seaweed bloom that does affect the coast and your vision of what you expected. It’s everywhere. But none the less such as life and it’s out of anyone’s control. Work with it. It’s not a deal breaker in my opinion. The couple issues we did have(ac in room and water pressure) Alberto(on site manager) love this guy and his dogs, addressed it promptly and effectively in no time. Damien(on site staff) cleans place daily or not(if you request) while you are on beach or excursion. Never an issue and always clean. I could go on and on about all Casa Chanty is and isn’t and have you booking after you read my review but to be honest that may affect us from getting our dates for next time. It’s true Additionally. Cristina has other smaller units available near for smaller groups/ options. Thanks Cristina and Alberto Cio
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

laura t.

Secluded tranquility
The view from the Penthouse is bar none. The management and staff are superb and always ready to help or lend a hand. We had Chef Daveed in-home personal chef service twice because it was so good. If you plan on doing any visiting, I recommend a rental car because you will need a taxi to get anywhere. Everything you need in the Penthouse and plenty of outdoor seating space for Penthouse and other property-guests. The Penthouse private-patio is a beautiful space to enjoy the ocean and breeze without the sand. We chose this property because we wanted a restful vacation. Not sure we really got that because we visited Tulum, Playa del Carmen and Puerto Morelos over 3 of our 5 day vacation. We would stay here again and Casa Chanty really does have the best-part of that whole beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

cristina m.

Amazing place
We had a great time, the house was perfect, staff really helpful and nice. We sure return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by CRISTINA MASSALONGO

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Im Italian origin live between Italy and Mexico since 1999, my husband and I have built these houses on this beautiful beach which we love, my husband currently live all year long in playa del secreto to personally assist our guests, we love Casa Chanty and playa del secreto, and we are very happy because many of our guests have become friends and many of them return at Casa Chanty by year as they are also in love with the place.

Why they chose this property

Because, is located in a wonderful safe quiet beach away from the crowds, is perfect for families and group of friends, the beach of playa del secreto is charming and everybody love it!!

What makes this property unique

secluted beach, security, quiet, assistance on site, clean white sandy beach and crystal water.

Languages:

English, Italian, Spanish

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