Casa Christensen

Akumal, Mexico

Casa Christensen Highlights

Prime location, chosen for its perfect setting at the confluence of Yaku Lagoon and the Caribbean Sea

Privacy and incredible views afforded by a double lot with expensive gardens and fresh coconut water from the home’s palm trees

Designed by acclaimed architect of Maroma, A Belmond Hotel

Snorkel out the door over the second largest reef in the world

Unai Quimac Olal 
House of Happiness

Surrounded by lush tropical gardens on a spacious double lot right on the water, Casa Christensen offers guests the luxury of peace and privacy in a chic and eco-friendly setting. Featuring multiple spacious living areas throughout the property guests can enjoy picture-perfect views both indoors and outdoors. A place to connect with nature this house was specially designed to maximize airflow allowing for natural breezes to cool the home so you can fall asleep to the sound of the ocean.

About Casa Christensen


Casa Christensen is the perfect place to unplug, enjoy the quiet, and be healed by the sun and nature. We understand that in this modern age, WiFi is important, so we provide complimentary wifi internet access for our visitors. All bedrooms and the kitchen are cooled with ceiling fans. 

Right in front of the villa is the natural aquarium that is Yal-Ku Lagoon, with views looking out over the Caribbean, and unlimited free access to the lagoon, with easy entrance immediately in front of the villa. The snorkeling and swimming here are fantastic! The white sandy beach of Half Moon Bay is also just a very short walk from the villa, and there are plenty of restaurants, boutiques, dive centers, and conveniences within walking distance of the house. Akumal is only 1.5 miles long from end to end and Casa Christensen is 1km from Akumal Bay. Ask us about renting a golf cart or bicycle to make accessing all of the village's amenities even easier. 

Finally, we cannot recommend enough the cooking by Octaviana, who along with her husband Pedro, lives on-site. We especially love her chiles rellenos (veggie, vegan, or chicken)! Octaviana and Pedro have been with our home and family for over 30 years, and are a treasure!

Activities nearby include Mayan ruins, cenotes, adventure and culture parks like Tulum, Xel Ha, and Xcaret, beautiful beaches, diving, fishing, sailing, world-class golf, horseback riding, spelunking, and much more.

Decorated with authentic Mexican tiles and featuring local traditional architectural techniques, Casa Christensen has multiple shaded areas throughout the property for guests to enjoy during their stay. Featuring beautiful palapa-thatched roofs, a large oceanfront deck, a rooftop lounge area, and an impressively large living room and dining area with magnificent views of the water, this property is an excellent getaway for friends and families. 

The Mexican colonial and Mayan Moorish design provide a bright, airy layout beautifully structured by the acclaimed architect of the famous Maroma resort. The location, Caribbean breezes, windows across the entire expanse facing the ocean along with waterfront decks and roof terraces provide natural cooling and views galore.

Enter the villa through double doors and be greeted by a large, open-plan, circular living space, with a peaked 30-foot ceiling and spectacular views of the turquoise waters immediately out front. There is an ample dining area, a large kitchen with a breakfast bar, and a library area where you will find a glass topped display table to enjoy while reading a great selection of Maya and coral reef literature. 

Beyond the library are 2 adjoining bedrooms with 2 double/full beds and a private bathroom and each of which opens out to a shared covered terrace. The third bedroom on the lower floor is furnished with a queen bed, seating area, and has its own private entrance and private ensuite bathroom. 

Follow the curved staircase leading up to an open plan study and seating area that overlooks the living room, a large roof deck facing the jungle and sunsets (perfect for happy hour!), and the primary suite. 

The primary suite boasts a built in king-sized bed, a large private bathroom with twin vanities, and two large closets and storage closets in the bathroom. This suite has a private terrace facing the ocean, for sunning and enjoying both sunrises and sunsets.

Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico

Amenities

    • Child Friendly

    • Cook Available (add. fee)

    • Waterfront

    • WiFi

    • King 1

    • Queen 1

    • Full 4

    • Babysitting service (add charge)

    • Beach Towels

    • Ceiling Fans

    • Linens provided

    • Local area night time security

    • Maid Service 6 Days Weekly

    • Not Air-conditioned

    • Laundry Service (Add. Fee)

    • Cook available (add. fee)

    • Spa services available (add fee)

    • Iron and Ironing Board

    • 3 Hair dryers

    • Cenotes nearby

    • Local Library in Akumal

    • Medical Services Nearby

    • Nearby Grocery

    • On Yal Ku Lagoon

    • Restaurants w/in Walking Distance

    • Spa Nearby

    • Yoga studio nearby

    • Bottled Water

    • Books

    • WiFi

    • Beachcombing

    • Deep Sea Fishing

    • Off street parking

    • Roof Top Sun Deck

    • Scuba Diving

    • Snorkeling

    • Terrace

    • Walkway to Water

    • Blender

    • Coffee Maker

    • Cookware

    • Full Kitchen

    • Microwave

    • Oven

    • Refrigerator

    • Stove

    • Toaster

    • Utensils

    • Purified Bottled Water

  • “Wow!! The moment you enter Casa Christensen you are mesmerised by the most incredible views of the lagoon. The Villa is beautiful and very spacious with natural air which is so much better than air con and offers views from every room you enter.”

    - Guest Review from April 2022

  • “We've been visiting Akumal at least once a year for the past 15 years. After having stayed in beachfront condos and villas in every bay from Half Moon to Soliman we finally decided to try Casa Christensen on Yal Ku lagoon. Upon arrival, our entire group agreed that the layout and distribution of the property immediately put everyone in a happy and blissful vacation mode. The views are amazing from practically every corner both indoors and outdoors. We particularly enjoyed the grand living room and the shaded waterfront deck as the main spots to hang out as a group. We were a bit skeptical about the lack of AC but were "blown away" by how well the architectural design of this house works. As soon as we arrived we opened all the windows and the ocean breeze immediately flows through the entire house. This might be one of my favorite features of Casa Christensen. The staff is also amazing, both the housekeepers and caretaker were always attentive to make sure we had everything we needed. Being on the lagoon was another highlight not just because of the view but because we were close enough to walk or ride a golf car to HMB and Akumal bay without having to rent a car.”

    - Guest Review from December 2022

  • “Everything was amazing! The house was beautiful and perfectly set in the lagoon for sunrises, full moons and awesome snorkeling.”

    - Guest Review from August 2021

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