| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 33 positive, 0 negative]
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| 09/22/09 |
Positive
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| Mark, We would like to thank you for opening your condo to us, it surpassed our expectations. The property is beautiful, relaxed and quiet. The pictures dont do the condo or the property justice. We have stayed in several houses in Cozumel, Cental America and the Caribbean and yours was by far the best appointed with plenty of beach towels, snorkeling gear and great kitchen. The beach is very nice and it was awesome having the Anita (dive boat) pick us up there and not have to get to the caleta in the morning. Pedro was waiting for us at the airport and checked with us during the week to make sure everything was ok. This is our new favorite in Cozumel. |
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bryce & Wanda, Dallas, Texas |
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| 08/09/09 |
Positive
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| Mark, We just want to tell you what an awesome time we had in Cozumel. The accomadations were beyond our expectations. Not far from town by taxi(but we will definately rent a car next year-different drivers charged different prices for same trip).It was very clean and organized and had lots of extras(DVD"S, CD's, books, snorkling equipment, etc.) The free long distance to and from the USA was also great. Victor met us at the airport and followed us out to the resort. He checked on us several times during the week and was there the last day to help us obtain transportation back to the airport. We cannot say enough about, Addy, the housekeeper. She kept the condo clean for us and kept us in clean linens all week. We told her we were going to tell you that she needs a raise. She even took some of our clothes home with her to launder them for us. One reason we like staying in the area is because of Sand Dollar Sports. Our favorite dive master, Gabriel, remembered us from last year. When he saw us on another boat he came over to talk to us. We told him we had asked about him. Before we knew it they had him on our boat and the guy sho was supposed to be our dive master was off to the other boat. Gabriel dove with us the rest of the week. We were so greatful because we had our 13 y/o granddaughter, who had just got certified to dive the week-end before with us. He took her under his wings(so to speak) as his dive buddy for the entire week. We also took one day to go on a deep-sea fishing trip with Sand Dollar. We had a great day! We caught 2 Baraacuda, 3 tuna and a Mai-Mai or bull dolphin(our 13 y/o granddaughter caught him). The captain of the boat cleaned the Mai-Mai for us and we took it down to Carlos and Charley's and they cooked it for us. During the week we became good friends with these guys because we ate there 5-6 times. They even started giving us our first drinks free. We rented scooters one day and went to the other side of the island. This was quite an adventure. We would advise people going to rent scooters to rent them off the resort though. They charge way to much on the resort. We did have a blast though. We ate at several really good restaraunts while on the island. Our favorites were of Primo's, Arnesto's, La Cas Mission, another Italian place next door to Pizza Hut(I cannot remember the name-but it was the very best and very upscale), and of course Carlos and Charley's. We ordered Pizza Hut once because we were going on a nite dive. It was horrible, not anything like Pizza Hut at home. We are planning another trip for next year about the same time but may have a bigger group so we may have to have 2 condo's. But we will definately be contacting you. My husband and I are planning to come the first week in November to celebrate our 10th wedding anniversary but we will need a smaller place. Thanks again for your hospitality. Your operation is the best! |
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Tim and Karen Webb, El Dorado AR
870-962-3573 |
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| 07/30/09 |
Positive
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As far as our stay -- it was absolutely wonderful, relaxing, perfect -- what else can I say. The entire experience from beginning to end was more than I could have imagined. Matt Ertl with CVV was great and very helpful; Pedro met us at the airport and then Victor stopped by with water and to check on us; the staff at the complex was very nice and accommodating; and the maid, Addy, was terrific. Your condo is much better than anywhere else I have stayed (Turks and Caicos, Jamaica, San Pedro, Belize,and Aruba) -- it had everything and more that was needed. You have done an outstanding job of making this rental a great place to stay. The amenities you provide are above-board. The entire complex is impeccable and everything was always clean (i.e., pools, grounds, beach, etc.). The condo itself was perfect for our family.
As far as different things we did -- not a lot because we enjoyed the complex so much! We met some great people from all over. However, my son-in-law did dive both during the days and at night dive with Sand Dollar Sports. He was very impressed and got lots of good underwater pictures. He also booked a snorkel trip with Sand Dollar and again, it was a great experience. My 4-year-old granddaughter actually learned to snorkel in the pool the first week we were there and was able to snorkel in the ocean -- what an experience for her.
We also booked a time to swim with the dolphins at Chaanakaab -- it was again something we will always remember. The day we went, the water was a little choppy and it wasn't easy standing on the grates but it was still a great experience. Even if you didn't swim with the dolphins, I would highly recommend going to the park for a day because there are a multitude of things to do.
I will highly recommend your condo and Cozumel to anyone that I can. I am trying to figure out when we want to go on vacation next year -- this time, though, I'm shooting for 2-1/2
weeks there!
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Terri Seligman, Columbus, Ohio |
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| 07/19/09 |
Positive
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Mark,
Sorry, I meant to call you and tell you that when we arrived at the condo, Pedro was waiting with the keys. He was awesome throughout the week, stopping in several times to see if everything was OK. He even gave me a lift into town to a car rental place. The condo was great! We used the snorkeling equipment many times at the private beach, the free phone to the U.S came in handy, and the condo was a home away from home for us. Everyone at the condo complex was very friendly, especially Addy the maid. Cozumel was one of the friendliest places that we've visited, we can't wait to go back!!!! Thanks again for renting your place to us.
Mark
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Mark R, Denver, CO |
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| 07/18/09 |
Positive
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Mark,
Sorry, I meant to call you and tell you that when we arrived at the condo, Pedro was waiting with the keys. He was awesome throughout the week, stopping in several times to see if everything was OK. He even gave me a lift into town to a car rental place. The condo was great! We used the snorkeling equipment many times at the private beach, the free phone to the U.S came in handy, and the condo was a home away from home for us. Everyone at the condo complex was very friendly, especially Addy the maid. Cozumel was one of the friendliest places that we've visited, we can't wait to go back!!!! Thanks again for renting your place to us.
Mark
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Mark R, Denver, CO |
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| 06/28/09 |
Positive
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Hi Mark,
The trip was wonderful! Of course, back to reality and our crazy hectic summer. The condo was very nice. There was plenty of room for the 7 of us. Our kids had a blast at the pool and we really enjoyed the beach with all the water toys for the kids to play on. We had a blast at Chankanaab. We swam with the dolphins, which was amazing! Pedro helped the guys with a deep sea fishing trip and a diving trip and was a great help all around with anything we needed for the condo or tips on activities. We rented a catamaran at the Wyndham one day, which was a lot of fun. We drove to the other side of the island where it is much rougher but beautiful. The kids had fun in the surf. We also spent a day over in Playa.
The only problems we had were playing hard all day and then struggling to find a restaurant near the condo at night. It seemed the restaurants opened during the day were not opened at night and the Wyndham is adults only. Later in the week we found the Money Bar and ordered fajitas to go. Renting a car is a definite must. Guido's was our favorite and we ate there twice. La Mission was a really neat place. Lime soup and gaucamole is excellent there. The food was okay but not as good as Guido's.
Our friends rented the condo straight across the hall and this was a perfect set up. Even though it's a bit hot in June, I preferred the "off-season". The pools at the condo were virtually empty and the beach was always so peaceful. Next time we will plan to have more meals at the condo because our days were just filled with activities and great lunches and by dinner time the kids were wiped. The supermarket was great and fun to shop at!
Cozumel and your lovely condo was a welcomed break for me!! It was a fantastic trip and a trip our kids will remember forever. I can see us making this an annual summer vacation.
The Birdsong Family
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Anonymous, St. Charles, IL |
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| 06/17/09 |
Positive
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It was my first trip to Cozumel in 29 years. Not the
hustle and bustle of other beach resorts in Mexico
that I have visited which was what I needed. The
accommodations were spacious and clean. I did
not feel confined at all. The decor was very up to
date and the atmosphere was very relaxing and
peaceful. Easy to clear your mind. From the way
the condo is setup and all of the extras available,
you can tell the owner takes great effort to assure
absolute comfort for all guests. The resort itself
was well maintained with all amenities functioning
and available. Excellent restaurants
within walking distance with the city a quick 10-15
minute drive away. The beach was perfect. Overall
a five star experience which I would highly
recommend. |
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Jeff, Scottsdale, AZ
480-368-5441 |
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| 06/15/09 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
mark,
it was sooo great! your place was absolutely wonderful! all the staff pedro, addy, and your condo was the perfect vacation spot. we could not have picked a better spot! we plan on coming back next year!
thank you for all yall did to make our trip great! all the information was so helpfull!! it was one of our best vacations!!
thanks again,
tammy
(guest 6/5-12/2009)
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Tammy Wimbish
Ft Worth, TX
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| 06/10/09 |
Positive
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| I stayed at the condo with two buddies for a week in late May. Everything about our stay was great, including communications from the owner and the property manager prior to the rental. This was especially important since our trip was in the middle of the swine flu scare. The condo was very nicely furnished, spacious and comfortable. Mark the owner even showed up while we were there and made sure everything was OK. Pedro was our local contact and made sure we had everything we needed for a nice stay. He also was very helpful both coming from and getting to the airport since it took two cars! The location of RR is excellent and convenient to the pier pickup for diving and local beach clubs. We were glad we rented a car for the frequent trips to town though. We would definately stay here again! |
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Stan, SF, CA |
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| 04/14/09 |
Positive
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We had a group of 6 people comprised of 3 couples in their 20's/30's recently stay at the Residencias Reef and we very much enjoyed our visit. In general the condo in which we stayed provided exactly what we were looking for with plenty of space and a clean atmosphere, sometimes not always easy to come by while on vacation. The property was very safe as well with a guard stand at the entrance and no signs of people foreign to the complex. The kitchen had plenty of dishes and all the basic appliances including a dishwasher, all of which allowed us to settle in as if it was our own home during the week we were there. The living area was very roomy with a TV connected to the Dish Network and plenty of furniture to accomodate our entire group. Also, the dining area had a table which could seat 6 comfortably which we used on a few occasions.
Much of our time while at the condo was spent on the balcony looking out toward the primary pool, with a glimpse at the ocean which was only a hundred yards away. The bedrooms were roomy with plenty of closet and shelf space, all the towels you'd need, and reasonably comfortable beds. The maid came every 2 days to clean the entire condo, changing the sheets and taking all dirty towels and rags.
On the beach we had as much space and privacy as we needed. The sand wasn't the powdery white sand you see across the way in Playa Del Carmen but it was adequate. If you're reading this you've probably read other reviews on the Residencias Reef that talk about the rocks in the first 50 feet of water from shore, and they are accurate. While it's not impossible to swim in the immediate area it helps to wear water shoes. We ventured down the beach a few times where there were a handful of beach clubs where you could rent chairs and be served food and beverages as needed. There's also a Wyndham resort next door with a beach bar serving appetizers and drinks which we enjoyed. We did do some snorkeling right out from the property and saw a few neat-looking fish but I think you might have better luck at the park or in other areas if you're an avid snorkeler.
While the property we stayed in at the Residencias Reef is not a 5-star luxury condo, it's very nice with all the necessary amenities and at a fair price. For a group of 6 people I don't think there's a better way to go and would certainly recommend this condo to others. Unless you're Donald Trump I think you'll really like this property. While there, make sure you stop by the Money Bar, a 5-minute cab ride toward town. Great food, good service, and live music some nights.
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Amanda, Minneapolis, MN |
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| 04/10/09 |
Positive
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We had a group of 6 people comprised of 3 couples in their 20's/30's recently stay at the Residencias Reef and we very much enjoyed our visit. In general the condo in which we stayed provided exactly what we were looking for with plenty of space and a clean atmosphere, sometimes not always easy to come by while on vacation. The property was very safe as well with a guard stand at the entrance and no signs of people foreign to the complex. The kitchen had plenty of dishes and all the basic appliances including a dishwasher, all of which allowed us to settle in as if it was our own home during the week we were there. The living area was very roomy with a TV connected to the Dish Network and plenty of furniture to accomodate our entire group. Also, the dining area had a table which could seat 6 comfortably which we used on a few occasions.
Much of our time while at the condo was spent on the balcony looking out toward the primary pool, with a glimpse at the ocean which was only a hundred yards away. The bedrooms were roomy with plenty of closet and shelf space, all the towels you'd need, and reasonably comfortable beds. The maid came every 2 days to clean the entire condo, changing the sheets and taking all dirty towels and rags.
On the beach we had as much space and privacy as we needed. The sand wasn't the powdery white sand you see across the way in Playa Del Carmen but it was adequate. If you're reading this you've probably read other reviews on the Residencias Reef that talk about the rocks in the first 50 feet of water from shore, and they are accurate. While it's not impossible to swim in the immediate area it helps to wear water shoes. We ventured down the beach a few times where there were a handful of beach clubs where you could rent chairs and be served food and beverages as needed. There's also a Wyndham resort next door with a beach bar serving appetizers and drinks which we enjoyed. We did do some snorkeling right out from the property and saw a few neat-looking fish but I think you might have better luck at the park or in other areas if you're an avid snorkeler.
While the property we stayed in at the Residencias Reef is not a 5-star luxury condo, it's very nice with all the necessary amenities and at a fair price. For a group of 6 people I don't think there's a better way to go and would certainly recommend this condo to others. Unless you're Donald Trump I think you'll really like this property. While there, make sure you stop by the Money Bar, a 5-minute cab ride toward town. Great food, good service, and live music some nights.
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Amanda, Minneapolis, MN |
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| 03/22/09 |
Positive
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The condo was great. Our kids are 12 and 14, and
had a fantastic time. There is good snorkeling off
the beach, but we found the best snorkeling (and
margaritas) were at the Money Bar. We would
advise renting a car for touring the windward side
of the island for a day, as well as going into town
for evenings. We circumnavigated the island twice
and went into town almost every night for a week,
and spent around $10 on gas. We would highly
recommend this condo/location to anyone! |
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Larry, New York
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| 02/13/09 |
Positive
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Mark,
Thank you for letting my family and I enjoy your little piece of paradise. I've been to Cozumel many times before, but this stay was truly a first class event. I really enjoyed being able scheduled all of our events (diving, fishing, snorkeling trip) right there on the beach just a short walk from the condo. I look forward to my next trip down.
Regards,
Ragen Stienke |
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Ragen Stienke
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| 01/24/09 |
Positive
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Mark,
I just wanted to write to say thank you again to you and your wife for renting us your condo. The condo was perfect for us, and the location, view, beach access, and privacy were wonderful. Thank you also for all the information you provided - we enjoyed the view and meal at Coconuts, and the breakfast at the Money Bar was fabulous. Thank you also for letting us in on the snorkel boat trip. We made our flight out of Dallas with a few minutes to spare - thanks to you and your wifes generosity in letting us trade places in line with you at customs. I can't wait to go back and after traveling all around the island, I didn't see a place I would rather stay than your condo at Residencias Reef.
Sincerely,
Rhonda
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Rhonda, Arkansas
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| 01/24/09 |
Positive
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Mark,
I just wanted to write to say thank you again to you and your wife for renting us your condo. The condo was perfect for us, and the location, view, beach access, and privacy were wonderful. Thank you also for all the information you provided - we enjoyed the view and meal at Coconuts, and the breakfast at the Money Bar was fabulous. Thank you also for letting us in on the snorkel boat trip. We made our flight out of Dallas with a few minutes to spare - thanks to you and your wifes generosity in letting us trade places in line with you at customs. I can't wait to go back and after traveling all around the island, I didn't see a place I would rather stay than your condo at Residencias Reef.
Sincerely,
Rhonda
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Rhonda, Arkansas |
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| 11/30/08 |
Positive
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| Had four guys stay here Nov 1-8. It was a perfect setup for such a trip. Very clean and well organized. Fairly close to Alberto's beach cafe. |
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Jim, Denver, CO |
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| 10/01/08 |
Positive
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We really enjoyed our stay at your beautiful condo in September 2008.
It was everything we expected. The management personel was on top of everything too!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful place with us.
Sincerely,
Kathy |
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Kathy, Topinabee, MI |
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| 08/21/08 |
Positive
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| Mark, our trip was spectacular. Our home away from home was truly mazing. The condo has everything we could ever ask for and more. It is beautifully decorated and is HUGE. We were met at the airport and led to the condo and that made it even easier. The layout made switching from the beach to the pools and back so easy. The water was great and just snorkeling off the pier made it so convenient to see tons of fish. Your list of activities and restaurants were so very helpful. We cannot wait to go back. |
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The Beckmans, Texas
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| 08/16/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
email received from guest in July '08
"Mark, first of all, thank you for inquiring as to how the stay was. I can tell you that we all loved the condo!!! I truly believe it was the most beautiful place that we have stayed at so far in our travels. Thank you so much for arranging it for us. The ocean was truly beautiful and we loved being at the pool and being able to look out at the ocean. It was the best of both worlds. I also think that staying for 10 days made the vacation seem not to go as fast. I will definitely be recommending Residencias Reefs to anyone that I know will be going to Cozumel. Again thank you for all your help in setting it up!!" Lori W.
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Lori W.
Fenton, Mo.
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| 07/16/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
The Bell family leased my condo for 1 year-July 2007-July 2008. Consequently why there is a lapse in guest comments during this period.....
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The Bell Family
Alabama
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| 07/16/08 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
The Bell family leased my condo for 1 year-July 2007-July 2008. Consequently why there is a lapse in guest comments during this period.....
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The Bell Family
Alabama
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| 02/21/08 |
Positive
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This was a great rental! There were two couples and a 1,2,3 year old! When it rained we felt like we were at home and didn't suffer any cabin fever. The best part of the trip was the cook though - the management company lined up Alejandro and he cooked, served and cleaned up. It was wonderful. Next year we're going for 3 weeks.
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Judy Strickler, Prescott
(928) 541-1843 |
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| 07/09/07 |
Positive
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Mark,
We had a great time! The condo was perfect for a family of 4 and was beautiful. Our kids loved the pool and I enjoyed the fact that there was no crowds like at some of the larger resorts. Matt and Patrick from the management company took great care of us and helped us with whatever we needed. All in all a great vacation and we will definitely be back! |
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Susan Benson, Pearland, Texas |
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| 06/12/07 |
Positive
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| Mark, your condo was better than advertised. Great location beautiful grounds and beach. Victor was very helpful. The condo was large even for my wife and I and 3 kids. I would not hesitate to go back to Cozumel as the people are very friendly and we always felt safe. I would highly recommend your condo to anybody looking for upscale vacation lodging. |
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ERIC LEEDOM, PUEBLO,COLORADO
7195441111 |
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| 06/09/07 |
Positive
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| Mark thanks for sharing your lovely condo with my family. It was very spacious and comfortable. We traveled with our two teenagers and they loved the beach and pool. It was a perfect vacation to celebrate the end of the school year. Our favorite off site activities were miniature golf and visiting the east side of the island. We also spent a day in Playa De Carmen and visited Xcaret. |
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Moorene Young, Loganville, GA
770-633-8981 |
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| 05/25/07 |
Positive
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Mark, Thank you for sharing your beautiful condo.
Your condo was perfect for us. Thank you for
making our stay so comfortable. Needless to say
Michele and I enjoyed our stay immensely. The
beach, pool, and exquisite landscaping made our
stay a wonderful and relaxing experience. I must
note that your consideration, thoughtfulness,
advice, and courtesy made our visit more than
exceptional. Hope all is well with you and your new
job! Hope to see you in the future. Sincerely, Steve
and Michele.
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Anonymous |
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| 04/17/07 |
Positive
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| We had a great time staying at the condo, the beach was so quiet and the complex was not crowded. It was so nice to get away from people for a week. Victor was so helpful in setting us up for snorkeling and fishing. The bone fishing on the north end of the island is pretty fun. We rented a car for the week and glad we did as we could go anywhere we wanted. Thanks for a great week we will be back. |
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bob ingle |
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| 04/07/07 |
Positive
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This condo was perfect for our familiy (2 adults and 2 kids). Patrick met us at the airport and assisted us with renting a Jeep from Executive/Ace which was right outside the airport. Highly recommend renting a vehicle if you plan to make trips to town or want to venture over to the other side of the island. We've been to Cozumel many times, and really enjoyed this location. The condo was clean, everything was new, and Victor was very helpful. We felt right at home.
Day 1, we ventured down to Paradise Beach which is very convenient. Day 2 we had reservations for the Royal Swim with the dolphins in Chakanab Park. This was the favorite part of the trip for the kids. Bring your snorkel gear! Day 3 - we went to the other side of the island and stopped at Chen Rio for some swimming and snorkeling. We had lunch at Coconuts which has a beautiful view, but the bar area is not the most appropriate for children. Ask for a table away from the bar......they like to take photos of the girl tourists to put in their photo albums. Day 4 - we went to the Intercontinential Presidente hotel which is where we have stayed in the past for some more swimming and snorkeling.
We went to town each night for shopping and dinner. I think you find better deals in town in the evening after all of the cruise passengers have left for the day. We ate at Prima's which is always a favorite for seafood and pasta. We also tried the French Quarter which was the cleanest restaurant I've ever seen in Mexico! Food and service was excellent. Definately bring water shoes.
Thanks Mark! We had a great time! |
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Lauri, Champlin, MN
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| 03/17/07 |
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| Wow! We had a great time. We have stayed at many resorts all over the world, but there was great freedom and solitude at Residencia's Reef. Many times we were alone at the pool or the beach. We rented a jeep and just went when we felt like it. Mark and his family are awesome to work with. Victor, with the property management company, was awesome and really took care of us. If you can do it, rent this place, you wont be sorry!!! |
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Ron Showalter, Loveland, Colorado
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| 03/11/07 |
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| WOW! You will love this condo!! Patrick met us at the airport as planned and was very helpful. Victor ROCKS THE ISLAND!! He was always checking on us, and helped us get all our luggage to and from the airport. We used the pool and beach daily. Our teens adored climbing the "iceberg" a block down at paradise beach ($9ea)and (great for lunch too)We rented a 7 pass van from Executive Car Rental(Ace) and it was the best deal! Say hi to Julio, he was honest and fair. You want to rent a car, as the condo is a bit remote and taxis cost at least $15 one way. We drove all over the island and to the San Gervasio ruins. We went to the grocery store daily, Chedraui, and cooked at the condo often. It is totally stocked for meal prep. Snorkeling is fabulous at Uva's and off Fiesta Americana (they serve lots of food,drinks and have great beach lounges or hammocks too.) The maid service was wonderful, thanks to Selene! She really, really cleans. We had clean sheets and towels anytime we needed. Also, 4 to 5 huge jugs of drinking water was always available.Some of our favorite restuarants were Prima's and (very romantic) Pancho's Backyard. We also had superb tacos at goofy little restuarants dotted around the island. We love it in Coz, and Mark's condo was the perfect home away from home!! |
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Julia Mueller-Dahl, Northfield, Minnesota
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| 02/26/07 |
Positive
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| The condo is awesome. We would highly recommend it to everyone. It is equiped with everything that you need. Beach is right there. Short drive to town. We enjoyed our stay very much!!! Thank you again. It was just wonderful!!! Anna Miller |
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Anna Miller, Silverthorne, Colorado
720-217-9488 |
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| 02/18/07 |
Positive
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| This condo lived up to the billing. Six adults and one 9 year old were very comfortable for 6 days. The beds are very comfortable and the condo is furnished with everything you need. I would definitely suggest renting a car as you are a bit remote. Be sure to go to the other side of the island. It is beautiful. Good snorkeling is very close by. Pool is not crowded. Beach is perfect. Lot's of action in the ocean just in front of the condo complex. The para-sailing boats take off right in front of you - fun to watch. I highly recommend staying here. We will return again. |
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Kathy, Colorado Springs, Colorado |
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| 02/06/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
email from guest who stayed February 2007:
Mark,
Everything worked out fine, your place fit the bill for us. It was
well equiped with everything we needed to feel at home away from home.
We rented a car for the week and that was really the way to go $129
per week for a 4 door with a trunk. We went around the island 2 times
and were in and out of town a few times just about everyday as well.
Victor was very helpful, maid service mid week was perfect for us.
We'll certainly steer anyone interested in Cozumel your way.
Thanks,
Jeff
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Jeff P.
Minnesota
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| 01/17/07 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
email sent to me by guest regarding free phone calls to the U.S. from the phone in the condo:
"I forgot to add it to our comments, but I think you should post the US phone access you make available in your condo. (I forget what this is called exactly.) That is a really nice feature and saved us quite a bit of money."
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| 01/09/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
email sent to me by guest staying 12/23-30, 2006:
"The condo was great, very comfortable. We made great use of the blender, making smoothies every morning with mango and bananas. And the travel packs were useful too- we packed lunches for some of our outings.
The management company was helpful and accomodating. Victor met us by the ferry, helped load our luggage and took some in his car too. We always had ample drinking water and clean towels.
On our last day, one of our traveling companions was injured and we spent some hours in the emergency room of the private hospital. All went well, and our friend is fine. I called Ricardo, and he was great- he gave me ferry times and asked me to call him if there was something he could do to help.
Swimming with dolphins at Chankanaab was very fun for us. We really enjoyed a snorkeling trip with Victor's friend Hernan. We visited Chen Rio beach twice. The kids loved climbing the rocks, and it's really beautiful there. The kitesurfing was fascinating to watch. We drove home after sunset along the highway that circles the southern end of the island. We called a long stretch 'the crabway' because so many crabs were crossing the road.
We visited San Francisco beach a couple of times. I got really fed up the last time. They nickle and dime for everything, and the price mysteriously goes up during the visit. The prices per item weren't that big, but after 3 hours I discovered that we'd spent about $150- American dollars, on food, drinks and chair fees. Drinks that that started out as costing $6 went up to $10, and they added in tips and didn't reveal this.
I liked the notebooks you left with restaurant comments. I wanted to add to it, but didn't make the time. La Choza was good, very friendly service and very friendly drunks at the bar. I was nervous when we sat down at El Moro because all the other diners looked like us. But because the kitchen is open, we spoke with Carla, one of the chefs, and she was wonderful. She made a spicy seafood soup for us (normally it isn't spicy). We also had a pork milanese with the hottest sauce on the side I've had in years, a great chicken dish with ham and cheese, and fish and vegetables cooked in parchment (foil actually) with a creamy cheese sauce. At La Mission, I think they had the best lime soup we had on the trip overall. I loved the service- they were so attentive the servers were nearly running into each other at our table. I had a grilled lobster there priced very reasonably, I thought.
Overall, a great vacation, and very comfortable accomodations. Thank you for opening your condo to us!
I have a friend traveling to Cozumel later this winter. I'm recommending your condo to her.
Regina L
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Regina L.
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Email to me from guest who stayed 12/19-23, 2006. The reference to Victor is the rep with my property management company)
"Mark,
The condo is great and we appreciate all the help.
With Victor’s help we rented a jeep (which helps with runs into town and around the island) and found a dive master we really liked.
We went on the discover dive yesterday and saw an eel (HUGE), barracuda, sea horse, crab, lobster, and a ton of fish. We celebrated the boy’s first dive and ate at the Lobster House on the north side of the island.
Once again the condo is beautiful and we appreciate it.
Merry Christmas,
John
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John H.
Houston
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| 01/02/07 |
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The condo was great, very omfortable. The rooms were big, so that our party of 7 (2 families traveling together) all had plenty of space. The beds were comfortable and the air conditioning easy to control.
We made great use of the blender, making smoothies every morning with mango and bananas. And the travel packs in the kitchen were useful too- we packed lunches for some of our outings.
The management company was helpful and accomodating. Victor met us by the ferry, helped load our luggage and took some in his car too. We always had ample drinking water and clean towels.
On our last day, one of our traveling companions was injured and we spent some hours in the emergency room of the private hospital. All went well, and our friend is fine. I called the condo management office, and they were great- they gave me ferry times and asked me to call if there was something they could do to help.
Overall, a great vacation, and very comfortable accomodations. Thank you for opening your condo to us!
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Anonymous, Pittsburgh, PA
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| 12/23/06 |
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This property exceded my expectations. The condo is huge with 3 large bedrooms and two full bathrooms. No waiting to shower! The furnishings are 1st class; Dish network tv was great to catch up on the "real world".
The most enjoyable aspect of our stay was the private beach and pool. I can't tell you how relaxing it was to just hang out without crowds of people everywhere. The staff was very polite to us at all times. I will be coming back to Reef Residencias as soon as possible. |
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Leo George |
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| 12/02/06 |
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| You talk about going all out!! This condo is better than discribed. We stayed for 3 nights and really enjoyed the unit. It has a real "Tommy Bahama" feeling. No stone was left unturned. I have stayed all over the world and prefer renting condos instead of the standard hotel room. This was one of the most comfortable and nicest units I'v stayed in. The couches were nice and comfortable(plenty of cushion), the kitchen is well stocked and the bedroom and bathroom have everything you need. Would recommend this unit to anyone who just wants to go and relax and not have to worry about a thing. Thanks again Mark for letting us stay and look forward to staying in this unit again real soon. |
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Dan Bachman, Texas
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| 10/29/06 |
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| I stayed here Oct 17 to 21 & the accomodations were perfect. The condo is just as described; extremely comfortable. The unit is quite spacious, especially the living area (great couches & american satellite tv really helped us unwind after long days of running around in the sun). The terrace is has a great view; looking straight at the pool, beach, & water; very theraputic. The property itself is guarded & the staff was very helpful (we were greeted at the airport when we arrived; greeted again at the condo; & given a cell phone to contact the staff if needed). Its location is far enough away from downtown to avoid the hustle & commotion during the day, but close enough (10-15min drive)where heading in for breakfast & dinner wasnt a chore. I really had a nice sense of seclusion at the condo & on the grounds, but with the Reef resort to north and San Francisco & Paradise Beaches to the south, activity, people, water sports & lunch spots are a quick walk away (literally next door to the complex on each side). I would definitely stay here again. Cozumel is great island for similar reasons, vibrant downtown, diving & fishing trips, great restaurants & shops, while the remote eastside of the island offers seclusion & quiet relaxing beachtime. All within 30 minutes of each other. I highly recommend this condo & Cozumel as a whole for a place to unwind. |
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todd, new york |
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| 10/10/06 |
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| This new well-appointed Residencias Reef Resort condominium with its beautiful views of Cozumel’s San Francisco beach was the perfect setting for my family’s fall getaway. Atypical for a beach rental, all the comforts of home were at our fingertips, as well as luxury extras including a fully equipped kitchen, a television with dvd, cd, in room washer and dryer and individual units for air conditioning each room (a great plus in this beach climate). With easy access to the beach, pool and Reef Club and only a short drive to downtown, I anticipate this property will be on our list of return destinations. Although well known for its snorkeling and scuba diving, we enjoyed the simple pleasures of private beach access, great shopping and exceptional restaurants. The wonderful food and table service provided by Casa Denis, Guido’s and Sonora rivals that offered by my large metropolitan city and was an unexpected plus. My husband hit the links and reported a challenging layout with plenty of interesting holes. Great accommodations! Great activities! Great vacation for adults or families! |
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Sherry, Dallas |
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