Vacation Rentals 
in the Yucatan

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For a good forty years now the state of Yucatán, especially along the coast, has been a snowbird haven for people looking for long-term house rentals with all the amenities and comforts of home, instead of using a hotel or bed & breakfast. Actually, worldwide, the concept of renting a home at the vacation destination is catching on more and more.

Renting a home is certainly more cost efficient when you consider that you can have several people share the cost of the place, plus having your own kitchen and in many cases, a cook and maid, helps defray costs allowing you to stay longer. In some cases you can rent a home for a month for what you could rent a hotel for a week. Many homes have their own pool so you are not sharing with the masses and you can swim when and how you want.

For years, the coast of the Yucatán has been popular with the snowbirds from mid-November to just before Easter, depending when it falls. Chelem, Chicxulub, Uaymitún and Telchac Puerto are popular areas for vacation home rentals where it is quite common to see Canadian or American flags marking the homes of the foreign renters. With these flags one can locate their co-countrymen if you want to meet other people.

The Yucatecan people are known for using their beach homes during July and August and the two weeks of Easter vacation - Semana Santa. This means these homes are closed up most of the months from September to June. Nowadays, many of these homes are rented to foreigners during this time period for a fraction of what they rent for during the summer. You will find homes whose rents range from $250 US to $1,000 a week to $950 US to $2,500 a month.

When you rent a home you quickly get into "living in Mexico mode." You actually become part of the community as you become a regular at the shops and markets. And keep in mind, dealing with neighbors, shopkeepers and caretakers is the fastest way to perfect your Spanish!

Once you've determined to rent a private home or apartment, consider the following: Where do you want to be? At the beach? And if so, which beach? We have an article below that talks about the various beach areas. Or do you want to be in Mérida? And if so, where in Mérida? In the Historical Center downtown area? A colonia? Do your homework so that you get a feel for what each has to offer. Remember, you are renting a home, not a hotel room, so there won't be daily maid service with change of sheets and towels. Nor in most cases will there be hand soap, dish soap and toilet paper. These are things you will have to provide yourself. Many homes will provide cleaning once a week included in the rate.

Once you make contact with the homeowner, you will start a back and forth e-mail relationship where you will both get a feel for each other. The homeowner will send driving instructions from the airport and set up where to get the keys, etc. While they will help you with details about their home, possibly info on where to shop, etc. keep in mind, they are not car rentals, nor travel agents, nor concierges.

Vacation Rentals - Beach:

Progreso Vacation Rentals: 
 
www.progresovacationrentals.com

Cristina Gasques
www.professionalsinyucatan.com

Beach House for Rent:
Las Tunas

K'ab Yucatán
www.kab-yucatan.com

Vacation Rentals - Hacienda:

Hacienda Sac Chich
haciendasacchich.com

Hacienda Petac
haciendapetac.com

Vacation Rentals - Playa del Carmen:

North American Standards
www.nasplaya.com

 Recommended reading:
- Yucatan Real Estate
- Real Estate - Colonial Homes
- Real Estate - Beach Homes
- Buying Property in the Yucatan Peninsula
- Building and Remodeling
- Furnishing Your Yucatan Home

01.

I'm not looking for a

I'm not looking for a vacation rental. I'm looking for a rental in which to live permanently. My husband will be moving there shortly with his work. He works with Wal-Mart. Can you help me any further with rentals knowing this?

02.

rentals

These vacation rentals would also be available on a long term basis, you should contact them all and see what kind of a rate you can negotiate by being willing to offer long term occupancy. You could also contact some realtors to see if they know of anything for rent, here is a list: http://yucatantoday.com/en/topics/yucatan-real-estate Also check out yolisto.com where lots of expats exchange info and someone may know of a house to rent. Good luck!

03.

Permanent housing in Merida

Cheryal:

I have a beautiful house in the best residential area in Merida (Gonzalo Guerrero) which I am renting by month or for the entire year. You can see all the details on sublet.com.

Leticia Amaro

04.

Looking for short-term house rental in Celestun

Does anyone have recommendations for short-term house rentals in the area of Celestun? Thanks.

05.

House rental

We have a 3 story beach house/villa in Chicxulub, 2 lots from the beach and 10 km east of Progreso. It has a filtered pool. On site caretakers. Each level is as complete as a condo and available all year as a full or partial vacation rental.
5 suites total.

06.

Rental possible buy later.

two persons looking to rent in Merida and then look for a place to buy. very clean and quite. would like to live in town and hope to keep the price of rental low. needed are AT LEAST one 1 Bedroom, prefer bath and 1/2, internet for wi-fi skype, secure/safe, all the regulars. if like Merida, will stay and buy property after looking around.
Please also send to my email address.
JR

07.

Rental

Castillo Nicte-Ha Villa is 25 miles N of Merida at the beach. Only showers, no bath. One bedroom. $105/N.

08.

home for rent in Santiago neighborhood, Merida

I have a cute little one bedroom, one bath home for rent a few blocks from Santiago square and the English library. Wonderful neighbors, safe location, and within walking distance to great restaurants, museums and the cultural center of Merida. $375 per month, all utilities included (one month minimum rental; long-term preferred). Email Nina at nparentice@gmail.com

09.

Merida Rental

I am looking for a 1 month rental in Merida for June 2011.

Is your house still available?

Thank you.

10.

Vacation rental

Yes, June is available for the Villa CastilloNicte-Ha. 5,500sf, 3 story beach Villa in CHICXULUB, a fishing village on the Gulf of MEXICO.
It sleeps 10+.
 Please come and enjoy our second home. You too will love the YUCATAN experience.
Ocean breezes and view terraces in a quiet community of summer vacation homes, 50 yards from the pristine beach. Just a few lone beach walkers and fishermen most of the year.
Perfect for family or group vacations. Sleeps 10. Five suites. Air cond. POOL.
The Villa has a single entrance for it’s three private self contained units, one on each floor. It can be rented as a single home or individually.
Mayan archaeological sites nearby. Much to see and do. Endless days of sunshine, beaches, friendly people, fascinating culture, great food, very enticing and relaxing.
June rates for the complete 5 bedroom villa is $250/ night.
Couples/singles are welcome for $105/night
How many in your party?

Warm regards Stan

11.

house for rent Merida near Santiago

Yes, my house in Merida is available for rent in June. Please email me at nparentice@gmail.com, Thanks!

12.

Referring to comment 10. I

Referring to comment 10.
I forgot to mention that monthly rentals are discounted 25%.
Email stangar2@netzero.com

13.

6-12 month rental property wanted

A professional couple (with Golden Retriever) is looking to rent a fully furnished, 1-2 BR house, Internet ready house in Merida or Progreso area for 6 months winter 2011/12 or possibly year 'round. We are willing to pay up to 4000 pesos/month. If you have something potentially available, please let us know by calling 9999 02 0770 so we can see it before we leave Merida March 25. Steve

14.

3-4br house for rent

I am looking to rent a 3-4 bedroom furnished house with a pool for a year starting this summer. Looking to spend 6 to 8 hundred a month. Anyone know of any? Or a good website to check? I'm very grateful for the help

15.

homes for rent in Vallalodid?

May have spelled the town wrong, but is there any info on renting in Vallalodid? Preferably with a small pool.

16.

re. homes valladolid

Don't know of any, but do a google search "vacation rental valladolid mexico" and you may find something...be sure you don't end up in Valladolid, Spain by mistake! All of these hotels are good too.

17.

Casa Linz

Just wondering if anyone has stayed at "Casa Linz". Seems like a wonderful place, I just cant find any reviews.

18.

A review of Castillo Nicte-Ha by Elizabeth

Well, we had the most amazing time. Your place was a joy, and I did 40 laps in the pool almost
everyday. There was just so much to do. We enjoyed Merida at night, and also Progresso. We loved
the "Yucatan beach " club and also Celestun with amazing ceviche, as a respite from climbing over
amazing pyramids in the mid day sun.
The only thing not back to normal is our stomachs, but they should recover soon as we got the
antibiotics yesterday. No we never drank any water, we are just gringos... but it was all worth it.
Also , embarrassingly, my husband lost the little paper they give you when you arrive, so they would not
let us leave Merida on Easter Sunday, as there was apparently no one available to do the paperwork.
We drove to Cancun in a rental car, and 23 hours later ( and $600 ) we were home, guess that
"learned" him. Seeing the Cancun airport reinforced just how lucky we were to be at your place.

19.

re. A review of Castillo Nicte-Ha by Elizabeth

Editor's note to readers: Please refer to Comments No. 5, 7, 10, and 12 above.

20.

CastilloNicte-Ha Villa

Click here for more information about CastilloNicte-Ha Villa vacation home rental. Please refer to Comments No. 5, 7, 10, 12 and 19 above.

21.

Renovated Merida home available

We'd like to offer our newly renovated 2 BR house for reasonably priced longer term rental, as it will be a few years before we can retire there. But I'm not sure how to get started. Suggestions?

22.

Your house rental

Hi Debbie - I'm looking for a longer term rental in Merida. I currently rent year 'round unfurnished and would like furnished. I am interested in year 'round renting or 6 months winter at about 3000-4000 pesos monthly. Let me know if that is an option for you.

23.

re. Renovated Merida home available

You can list it on vacationrentals.com and other similar sites, and also put it in the hands of a property manager here, for example: www.gonesouth.net or www.yucatan-property-management.com

You can also post the details here on this article.

24.

i am looking for long term rental

i am a senior lady with one small cat very loving and seweet....i saw a house on line thru progreso real estate.com (casa cecilia) in chicxulub.... i fell in love with the house and the price is $950 per month but my son refuses to deal with alex (the realtor) as he read some un- flattering remarks about the company....i would truly appreciate your help finding a long term rental....thank you so much....suzy

25.

re. i am looking for long term rental

Contact Susan Stewart at http://www.kab-yucatan.com/
She is reliable and honest.

26.

rental

Hi Steve,
Pardon my late reply! Our house is available for rental and our preference is for long-term. Are you still looking? Please let me know and I'd be happy to forward any info you need.
If you've already found a place, that's great. I do apologize for not getting back sooner.

Thanks
Debbie

27.

lomg term rental

if you know of a reliable rental agent or a long term rental no more than $900 per month that allows a cat could you please e-mail me....thanks you....im looking for a house on the beach with pool close to progreso

28.

13 day rental

I am looking for a house or apartment with 2 or 3 bedrooms to sleep 5 adults.
This should be within walking distance from the Plaza grande and the Cathedral

29.

13 day rental

Hola Enrique, would you like to contact the options we could give you or would you have us give your info to some experts and have them contact you with the options that suit your requests?

30.

rental for 2, must sleep 6 for guests

We are 2 Canadian dive masters. We are spending our 6th winter in Dominican republic, scuba diving. We are looking at the Yucatan instead next winter (2012-2013). What is your long term rental for 6 months ? Are you near a dive shop, and what is it's name. Our children and their partners come visit us in the winter also to dive.
Are you near stores and restaurants ?
Thanks. (Mary) Lee Birkett

31.

rental for 2, must sleep 6 for guests

Dear Dive Masters, its great that you are thinking about changing location and choosing Mexico. Our specialty is Yucatan, and its not a big diving spot. You want to go to our neighbor state Quintana Roo, also known as the Riviera Maya. Your best chance will be Cozumel of course, you probably have been. Another nice stay would be Akumal. There are stores and restaurants near any spot in Riviera Maya. Sorry to let you down about diving in Yucatan... I'm a diver as well and I have to go to Riviera Maya to dive... Another consideration Yucatan would be diving in cenotes, check this site, the dive master is a good friend of ours: http://www.adventuretours.com.mx/

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