CASA CARACOL CARIBBEAN PARADISE UNIQUE HOME

This house is where the mermaids live, I have become one myself. Your senses slow to a tranquil pace once you glide past the shell encrusted privacy wall. Come willingly and let the magic of The Shell House leave you breathless. The refreshing pool surrounded by coconut trees, succulents,brain coral, visiting iguanas and various sized shells was enticing us to dive in daily. We were delighted to see that the photos represented were just as promised. The living space with circular couch accommodated our party of four each evening as we stretched out for evening cocktails, downloading pictures (nice computer niche beside the couch) and girl talk. The half bath was great for quick "bano" breaks and swimsuit changes. We used the kitchen for light cooking, making morning coffee and evening cocktails. Plenty of outlets for recharging phones, computers and cameras throughout the property. AC was available in both shells but not needed during our trip. Housekeeper came by twice during our stay. Two amazing original paintings grace the main house. Spiral stairs to the upper bedroom. Large suite w/ king size bed, floor fan (not needed) plenty of closet space and a spectacular view of the grounds and ocean beyond from the balcony. Even the TV(s) were adorned with the shell motif. The master bath had ample hot water, though make sure the guests in Baby Shell are not taking a shower at the same time. Blow drier, towels, blankets provided in each bedroom.

The Baby Shell is my favorite. Slept like a baby in that giant room with king sized bed, dresser, side table and TV. A modest closet with a rolling dresser was enough as closet space for two. The jewel in this shell is the bathroom. Just as the photos advertised, the inlaid "water stream" leads you to the sink with shell knobs and spout. I spent plenty of time luxuriating in that awesome shower with the steady flow of hot water coming from a gigantic conch shell. Built in seat in the shower and nook for your toiletries. Over the sink you will find more nooks for your toothbrush, etc.

We felt very safe here knowing that the owner and grounds keeper were just a few steps away. The daily parade of tourists stopping for photos was not an issue with us as we felt like movie stars posing for pictures at "our house for the week".

I have taken photos of Shell House since 2005 and proud to say that I have made personal memories here at The Shell House.

Raquel is the most amazing person to rent from. She goes above and beyond to make sure that everything is OK.

The house is very unique, and everything is kept very clean. View is spectacular. Absolutely stunning place to go if you want to lay around and relax. Pool is beautiful.

If you want to run around and sightsee you will need to rent golf cart. It is a ways out of town.

I would definitely recommend this place. You won't be disappointed!!

My wife and I spent our 30th wedding anniversary at the Shell House. We spent 10 days there from December 7 - 16, 2008. It was so unique...we had our own swimming pool and hot tub. We were not disappointed.

We had spent our Honeymoon on Isla Mujeres in 1978 and have returned a dozen times since, but this was our best vacation yet on Isla.

My wife was born and raised in Destin, Florida when it was a sleepy fishing village. Her family was one of the founding families (Marler) and she always loved shells. So you can imagine how thrilled we were when we saw this home on HGTV a few years ago. We drove by it when we went to Isla for our 25th wedding anniversary and vowed to come back and stay in the Shell House.

Raquel, the owner (her husband designed and built the home)was great, and even picked us up at the ferry and gave us a ride to pick up our Golf Cart. She got us a discount for a 10 day rental and the golf cart is perfect transporation on Isla Mujeres. Raquel, checked on us a couple of times during our stay and brought us bottled water. Her husband's brother is a renounded Mexican artist and two of his paintings are framed and hung in the Shell House.

You have to get used to all the people who stop to take pictures, but we chose to enjoy all the attention. We talked to some of them and they were very surprised that you could rent the Shell House.

We found the rent very reasonable and the home very unique. We especially liked the fact that you could hear the waves lapping on the beach across the street. Sounded like you were really living inside a real a shell hearing the ocean.

If you want a truly unique vacation, the Casa Caracol is the place to stay. We don't regret it one bit!!

Hank