3 minute walk to the Malecón and the beach, in the heart of Progreso 1600 sq ft charming apt on the 2nd floor with 2 Bedrooms for 6 people full deluxe kitchen with 2 outdoor private sitting areas High speed internet & smart TV w/Netflix Access to a courtyard pool seating under palapa Enjoy the Rooftop wood thatched palapa for amazing views of ocean & Progreso Near restaurants, shops, sights & easy day-trip Easy day trip access to Chichen Itza, tours & flamingos The space LOCATION: - Located in the heart of Progreso & a 10-minute walk to Centro close to more restaurants & shops. FEATURES: - Called Brisa Marina, with a fantastic ocean breeze, it is a spacious 2nd floor unit, beautifully decorated for up to 6 persons & has an ocean view from the balcony and rooftop patio. The main spaces of the second-floor Brisa Marina suite that sleeps up to 6 Guests: -INCLUDES: -3 entrances, 2 leading to large private terraces. -A huge kitchen, a formal dining room and a cozy living room 2 bedrooms & bathroom. A spacious interior is bright and cheerful with skylights offering natural light well into the early evening with 10-ft high ceilings and accented with splashes of blue. Paintings of various beaches will make remind you of your closeness to the ocean. - The living room has a door that opens to the front patio, a perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee, take in a sunset and see have an ocean view. There is also a rooftop staircase with the handcrafted log railing. Grab your coffee and head out there --it’s truly the best way to start the day. -The L-shaped sofa is a comfy place for relaxing during downtime activities. There’s a Smart TV, Netflix and high-speed internet for your entertainment needs or where you can chill out or even plan the next day! -Next is the formal dining room which makes it fantastic for “together time”. It seats six people with an open arch window countertop connecting with the kitchen. It’s perfect for a sit-down meal or a game night or playing cards! - You are sure to enjoy your fully equipped kitchen, with blue tiled backsplash and countertops, and everything needed to prepare meals at home. There’s a full refrigerator/freezer, an oven with a six-burner gas stove, a microwave, blender, toaster oven, dishes, cutlery, utensils, cookware & coffee maker for that morning jolt! - Walk out of the kitchen & you’ll find another bonus! There’s a second and larger patio with an additional outdoor covered dining table if you prefer to sit outside. This large patio sits adjacent to the spiral staircase that leads up to the rooftop and it also overlooks the garden courtyard and pool area. This back patio faces the west --so grab your sunset cocktail this time and catch some of the most spectacular sunsets here! - There are two large bedrooms. BEDROOM 1 is a spacious master bedroom featuring a king bed, a sitting chair, a large closet with a safe & AC. BEDROOM 2 is also spacious with 2 comfy double beds, a sitting chair, a large closet, AC and a desk for a laptop-friendly space in the event anyone needs to work (we hope not!). - The bathroom is spacious with a tub/shower combo, toilet, sink, storage cabinet and a shell decorated mirror for that beachy vibe. SHARED COMMON AREAS: (Reserved for registered guests only and not daytime visitors, if you please) - The rooftop which has a log Palapa with thatched roof. It offers a shaded area with plenty of seating to enjoy the breeze and views of the ocean and much of Progreso. Perfect place to watch a beautiful sunset or sunrise. - Enjoy a swim in our Pool. Although it doesn't have a filtration system, it is hand filtered of debris daily, especially with our close proximity of the ocean and the palm trees above. Our pool contractor checks the PH levels and add chemicals and vacuum the pool regularly . You can also relax in the beautiful courtyard garden with comfy seating surrounded by mature palm trees under our cement palapa. History: -Our beautiful Malecon Beach House could be considered vintage, as it is 80-years old, but it would surprise you as it looks far more modern. -Most of the kitchens, including plumbing, electrical, and lighting have been completely upgraded. It is constantly being repainted, due to the closeness to the humidity and closeness to the ocean. We have included tasteful furnishings, kitchen ware, and décor. Although the original pool did not come with a filtration system it is maintained by our technician and it is cleaned of debris daily and welcoming place for a swim. -The front stairs to the rooftop, and thatched log palapa were both constructed in 2021. This gave access to the rooftop and pool for 2 other suites. In addition, it also gives a beautiful rooftop sitting area for our guests to enjoy the views and ocean breeze. -Other additions are that we created a new suite to the back unit by adding a kitchen to create a new suite we call the Casita. -The owners, who are from Canada started restoring this building starting from 2021 when they bought it. Because it had been abandoned for many years, it required an initial six-month renovation from the ground up, and at present we are continuously making improvements including repainting etc., they feel a sense of pride in how far it has improved, compared to the condition it was in when they bought it. Although it is a work in progress, it has an amazing charm with a mural and colorful and tastefully decorated rooms. We hope you enjoy your stay, and we hope you become one of our returning regular guests and continue to watch our transformation unfold. Our Interaction with Guests: -It is not a hotel with a front desk like a hotel with daily housekeeping and laundry services. You are on your own for most of your stay except for being greeted by our very hospitable Property Manager who will provide an in-person check-in. You will also see him if you have any questions or concerns as he is usually there daily, cleaning the common areas. There is a pool and rooftop patio with thatched palapa, shared by guests in all 4 apartments at the Beach House. -We offer friendly, service to our guests including in person check-in to ensure our guests are given orientation to our amenities and our house rules. -Please contact us at least 24 hours in advance of your arrival to coordinate the meet-up time for your check-in. (If you need to check-in after 7 pm we can provide instructions to a lockbox with your key for your convenience) Then we can meet up with you the next morning for your check-in you will give you a tour of the property, provide information about the local area, answer any questions you may have for a wonderful stay. -From there, you’ll have complete privacy during your stay, but we’re available 7 days per week, so should you need anything, just send us a message! You'll probably see us while checking in new guests or doing cleaning of common areas so feel free to say hi or ask us if you have any questions. HOUSE RULES: - Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book. Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of checking in or during their stay. -Smoking is allowed on the dedicated smoking areas and not in the common areas if you please. - No parties or events are permitted, and excessive noise won't be tolerated as most of our guests are looking to have a fun, stress-free vacation. Quiet time begins at 10 pm. We appreciate your respect to your neighbors. - Only registered guests to stay overnights. Sorry, no pets are allowed. Common areas including the pool and rooftop areas are reserved for registered guests and not daytime visitors. -There is no daily housekeeping service but additional cleaning services for a small fee can be available if requested. -Please follow the pool rules, hours are 8 AM to 9 PM. There’s no lifeguard at the pool and children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. -Due to the high cost of electricity in the area, we ask that you please be conscientious with the use of the air conditioners as overuse. Always shut off the AC, lights, and fans upon departing. Usually, our guests are respectful of not overusing their A/C. We rarely need to remind Guests of this, thankfully. -Renters agree to cover any charges in the event of damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if such is needed after their stay. Fortunately it is uncommon that extra charges apply. We wish to welcome you while you stay at Brisa Marina at our Malecon Beach House. We hope to include you as one of our special repeat Guests where you can make many wonderful new vacation memories. Please see below for the many local activities to enjoy. LOCAL THINGS TO DO: And when it’s time to venture out, we are situated just a couple of blocks from the east end of Progreso’s famous Malecon, a paved waterfront promenade that runs from Calle 60 (the street you’re on!) to Calle 80! It’s a 1.1km/.68 miles walk one way and it’s loaded with things to see and do. There you’ll find a large selection of restaurants, many of them selling seafood and of course since it’s oceanfront, you can dine with a beach view! If you want more of a walk, you can also walk to the Progreso Pier at the west end of the Malecon. It’s an incredible 6.5 km long (4 miles)! It is the world's longest pier and hosts cruise ships and cargo vessels. After the pier & Malecon you can follow a wooden walkway along the beach where there are amusement rides and more things to see. You are just 3 minutes to the beach so you can make it an everyday trip if you want! And you can enjoy the beautiful ocean views and warm shallow water. The water is shallow because this is where the meteorite landed 66 million years ago (leading to the extinction of the dinosaurs). There are 2 museums, one on the Malecon and another near by where you can learn more. And of course, there are many day trip options too, you can go see pink flamingos at the salt flats in Celestún or an excursion to visit one of the many Mayan Ruins. Chichén Itzá being one of the most famous of course as it’s one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World! Guest access You’ll have exclusive access to your apartment and your patio area. Plus, as a registered guest, will have access to the shared areas like the courtyard pool and seating area downstairs and the large palapa rooftop terrace. Other things to note High-speed Wi-Fi, SmartTV with Netflix, bed linens, and beach & bath towels are provided free for guests. And we provide a roll of toilet paper but no other bath items. So please pack and bring what you need like shampoo, soap, and other toiletries. Please get in touch with the local contact at least 24 hours in advance of your arrival to coordinate a meet-up time for check-in. There are NO CHECK-INS after 7 pm, unless you get advance approval to do. Please consider this when making your travel arrangements. Electricity: There is a fixed electricity charge for this property of $20 USD per week. Cleaning: There is no daily housekeeping service but should you require cleaning during your stay, one can be arranged at an additional charge of $25 USD. Please also note: for stays of 30 nights or more, there's a mandatory mid-stay cleaning fee of $25 USD. Pool hours: 9 AM to 9 PM. There’s no lifeguard at the pool & children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Visitors are allowed inside your apartment as long as they don't stay overnight (max 4 visitors in the apartment until 10 pm) And visitors are NOT allowed in the shared areas — the courtyard pool & rooftop terrace. These areas are for registered guests only. Pets are strictly prohibited on this property. Guests will be requested to sign a Rental Agreement upon booking confirmation. A security deposit may be required prior to arrival or at check-in subject to the booking platform used to make the reservation. This fee is charged as a credit card transaction and refunded after check-out, provided all terms are met. HOUSE RULES - Travelers must be at least 21 years of age or older to book. - No smoking of any kind is allowed on the premises except in the dedicated smoking areas: outdoor private area of each unit and garden/pool area. Please NOT on the rooftop near the palapa for fire prevention. Smoking cannabis or use of any recreational drugs on the premise is strictly prohibited. Failure to comply will incur a $300 penalty. - No parties or events are permitted, illegal activity is prohibited, and excessive noise won't be tolerated. No loud music is allowed after 10 pm. Please be respectful of the neighbors. - No more guests than those listed in your reservation are allowed. No tent or other structures may be set up on the ground of the property. - Renters agree to cover any charge related to damages that occurred during their stay or cover necessary extra-cleaning charges if such is needed after their stay. - Renters may be required to provide a government ID on the day of checking in or during their stay. - Please avoid moving furniture. - Pets are not allowed.