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La Tintinki, amaizing ocean view!!

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Outdoor pool
2 bedrooms, in-room safe, iron/ironing board, WiFi
Interior
Outdoor dining
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chelém, Yucatán
  • Place, Chelem Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Progreso Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Progreso Pier
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Merida, Yucatan (MID-Manuel Crescencio Rejon Intl.)
    ‪67 min drive‬

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About the area

Progreso

With a stay at this villa in Progreso (Chelem), you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Progreso Pier and Chelem Park. .This beach villa is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Progreso Beach and 24.7 mi (39.7 km) from Paseo de Montejo.
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What's nearby

  • Chelem Park - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Progreso Lighthouse - 20 min drive - 15.7 km
  • The Ecological Reserve Corchito - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Progreso Beach - 21 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Progreso Pier - 21 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Mérida International Airport (MID) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Coccoloba Beach Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Terracita - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Playa Dorada - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Costa Azul II Carretera Chuburna Pto. - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Pescadería Cristo Rey - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

La Tintinki, amaizing ocean view!!

Wonderful sea view, This home is your home a way from your home and guests will take care of their own place as We do not have hotel services...
This house has been designed and built for his sister, for the Architect Mauricio Pinto.

The house has original furnishings and designed with recycled materials. Finished with walls stone, Italians tiles and Venetian.

Tintinki is a Mayan word that's mean: The best, the better than better....

This beautiful house is located right on the beach.

Tintinki home has beautiful Mayan pool and is surrounded by coconut palm trees making it a very relaxing environment to enjoy a warm sunset.

the view from the pool is fantastic. You feel like you're inside the sea.

The house has a dining room with a table that can fit up to 8people.

The area is decorated with a painting of cocconuts and palms trees


The kitchen is next to dinning room and living room and is designed to fit the whole family.

It is completely equipped with full size refrigerator, stove with four burners oven , microwave, coffee pot, toaster, blender, dishes, utensils, glasses, pans and a breakfast bar overlooking the living room.

The Tintinki home has two bedrooms, both with ceiling fans and closets.
The front bedroom has 2 twins beds and a beach front view .

The back bedroom has king size bed and is connected to privite balcony
The bed is constructed with two doors very old, from a house in the historic center of the city of Merida.

These doors are over a hundred years old.

Both bedrooms have a bathroom and both bathrooms has directly to beach access. .
which is a lovely patio decorated with palm trees, called xit in Mayan, and irises.

It offers the ideal place to unwind after a day in the sun and admire the night sky.

The house comes with hot water and gas and TV cable ( SKY ).

the house has wireless internet

The natural beauty of the area is clear, but the inside of the house is also decorated with the perfect combinations of furniture and plants to create an exotic environment, and the house is designed so that the view of the beach can be admired from anywhere on the inside.

The azure sea is 86 degrees in the summer months, perfect for swimming, boogie boarding, and shelling. The house is located at the border of a fishing town called
Chuburna, which is a non-tourist area and it is very quiet and private. The gentle, warm ocean is inviting and refreshing.

The cooling ocean breeze is the perfect air conditioner. Enjoy coffee or a cold drink sitting out in the terrace, take a stroll on the beach, read a book or just relax in hammock all day long.

You hardly find a house so fantastic....!!!!

We own three beach front houses in this area, and we rent all three.

Please see the other houses:

La Tintinki, Casa Huul Kiin and Casita de la luna You're not going to find better homes in the area.

Also my parents have 2 homeas at the same area : La casita de Chelem and La casa del Xix, both are amizing

The town of Chelem description:

Chelem is a small fishing town with a calm environment which makes it the ideal place to relax and enjoy the sea. Chelem is known for its sandy streets, coconut palm trees, and a multitude of animal life including flamingos, ducks, pelicans, herons, and at the end of a rainy day, dolphins are know to appear across the horizon.

At lunch time in town, you can enjoy fried or steamed fish or any other type of fresh seafood that you can imagine.
For dessert you can enjoy pie and pudding made from the freshest of coconuts.

Chelem has a bakery, pharmacy, 4 tortilla factories for fresh daily tortillas, several small grocery stores, hardware stores for all your household and fishing needs, a cell tower to stay in touch with home as well as internet cafes in nearby Progreso.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a full-sized refrigerator/freezer, an oven, and a stovetop. Cable programming along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment.
Don't miss out on recreational opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

La Tintinki, Amaizing Ocean
La Tintinki Amaizing Ocean View!!
La Tintinki, Amaizing Ocean View!! Villa
La Tintinki, Amaizing Ocean View!! Progreso
La Tintinki, Amaizing Ocean View!! Villa Progreso

La Tintinki, amaizing ocean view!! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just finished a wonderful stay with friends. Lizette and Gino are gracious hosts. Communication was prompt and they were very helpful. Woke up to beautiful ocean views. Never needed ac as the ocean breeze kept the house temperature perfect for sleeping. Ended up falling in love with Chelem.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Timothy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Month in Chelem

We wanted to stay for a month in Chelem and were so pleased with our experience at La Tintinki. Lizette and Gino were always available and responded immediately to any concerns or requests we had. The house is perfect for those who want to enjoy the beauties of the Gulf of Mexico and the low-key vibes of a small, coastal town.
Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn M., Lakewood, Colorado, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach on the Gulf of Mexico

The home was very comfortable and clean. The beach alm and restful, as we hoped it would be. Neighbors and beach walkers were friendly and welcoming. A great place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

TINA C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location right on the beach!

We had a wonderful stay at La Tintinki! Lizette & Gino are warm and gracious hosts. Attentive and quickly responsive. We enjoyed having morning coffee on the ocean front patio. The pool is great and deep enough for water aerobics! Air conditioning in the master bedroom was appreciated. A great find!
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jamie M., Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Property!

Lizette was a wonderful host. Very responsive and accommodating. She provided us with many activities, sights and dining options. The place was clean and beds comfortable. We enjoyed our morning coffee looking out over the water. Friendly people in the area. Great place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Leslie L., Ottawa Canada

Liked: Cleanliness

Casa Tintinki

The photos are accurate but we were disappointed in the indoor and outdoor furniture. Both very uncomfortable. If you stay at this property you need a car as there is very little close by. The market on Monday is a Must, all expats with great offerings and conversation. Friendly town but most of the restaurants are awful so we dined in a lot which is not what we planned on. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well stocked. Lizette and her family go out of their way to make your stay enjoyable.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie, Charleston

10/10 Excellent

derek I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place right on water

Was a great house right on ocean. Beautiful pool right on beach and nice sitting area for morning coffee. House only had ac in master bedroom. You open the doors and lock screens and house was cool. Wind blows right through and keep house cool. Can't wait to go back next year. Really enjoyed the hammock inside and out. Great rental place spent almost no time inside
Stayed 28 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rolando A.

Liked: Cleanliness

La Tintinki

We had a wonderful time
Stayed 44 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lizette and Gino are awesome hosts!

We stayed 10 weeks at La Tintinki hosted by owners Lizette and Gino. Not enough can be said about their attentiveness to our needs. No request was too big or small - all were met with the desire to fulfill and make our stay the best that it could be. And let me tell you about our pool ON the beach! A swim in the ocean or the pool….take your pick…either is such a nice way to cool down (even if this is winter time in the Yucatan…35C is still 35C, especially compared to what we came home to!). The house is designed to remain cool inside while you can still absorb as much sunshine as you want just 5 feet outside the patio doors. We did not turn on the AC even once during our stay. The fans kept us always comfortable in La Tinktinki! This 5 star rating is for Lizette and Gino who are second to none!
Stayed 70 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

CASITA CHELEM

MUY CÓMODA Y ACOGEDORA
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Hazel K., Calgary

Sweet House with a few problem

The beach in this area is eroding which brings the ocean closer to the houses. This might be why the well for this house has been compromised and is now salt. All the taps in the house and the pool are salt water. Difficult to rinse salt off your body and bathing suits etc. Apparently this has just happened so hopefully it gets fixed soon. Perhaps an inquiry prior to booking would be appropriate. We “borrowed” fresh water from another house on the property to rinse off after the salt water shower. Also very hard on dishes cutlery and pipes Also the kitchen is only 1/2 renovated and bathrooms need some help. But they are doable. The pros are: Great architecture, good beds , clean sheets, Nice towels. Good art nicely arranged. Great location. Secure premise.Dishes and pots and pans are ok. Could use another pot. Owners are responsive and very nice. Lots of furniture outdoors and inside. Appliances all work and are in decent shape. Any house this close to the ocean is very difficult to keep up as the salt rusts everything so appliances in good shape means they have been replaced recently. All in all a nice place The salt water well needs remediation but I’m sure the owners are on this.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Valerie Z.

Wonderful!

We enjoyed our week at your home. Everything we needed was there. The spot on the beach was perfect and the house was beautiful. Lovely people.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susi P.

Excelente

Los anfitriones administradores excelentes personas y atención. La casa y todos los servicios estuvieron a la perfeccion. La ubicacion del predio y limpieza de playas muy bien. Es segunda ocacion que rentamos el predio y lo recomiendo muchisimo, se adapta a las necesidades de una familia y pasar unas vacaciones increibles
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Jason A.

La Tintinki - A Nice, Relaxing, Vacation House

My family had a very enjoyable stay at La Tintinki. Here were the pros and cons: Pros: Lizette and her husband were very helpful in answering our questions and getting us situated. They also had a six pack of beer, some baked goods, and various other treats ready for us upon arrival, which was a nice touch. The place is very close to the beach and has its own small pool which my two young kids liked. The beach is very calm and shallow for probably the first 100 meters out. The house was close to many ruins and cenotes, some of which we visited and enjoyed very much. Everything was very inexpensive which was another perk. We felt very safe the entire time we were there and the locals were very helpful and patient with my limited Spanish. Cons: The house only has air conditioning in the bedroom, not the whole house which made it pretty hot at night in the kids' bedroom and the living room especially after closing and locking the doors for the night. The first night we were bombarded by mosquitos and ended up smashing dozens before we could settle down for the night. I'm not sure why they were so bad upon arrival, but we were able to get them under control and then were extra vigilent about making sure the screens were always shut. After that, we didn't have any additional problems with mosquitos inside the house. Also, outside the mosquitos were mostly bad at night so we didn't really go outside after dark. During the day, they were virtually non-existent. Some additional considerations about the area: If you are from the US or Canada, it would be helpful to know some Spanish as very few locals speak English. It is very helpful for getting around. Also, you will need a car if you want to travel around the area. Lizette offered us hers for a reasonable price, but we opted to rent and had no problem driving around in the Yucatan State. You will have to go to Progreso to use an ATM or find an establishment that accepts credit cards, so bring plenty of cash/pesos. Overall, we had a very nice time and would return in the future. Thank you Lizette and Gino for the wonderful stay at your house.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S., Tomahawk Wisconsin USA

Everything we needed

Great location. House fully equipped and comfortable. Lovely pool. Right on the ocean. Cool breezes so no need for air conditioning. Internet was fast. Near delicious Chelem restaurants. You will definitely need a car, tho. Safe area. Think we only saw 10 other people on the beach in a week. Word of warning, don’t try to find this wonderful house in the dark It’s tricky Go thru Chelem towards Chuburna about 2.5 miles past Las Dunas, a large sign marks Inkmaster. Right past that is a sign advertising a hair stylist and a sign reading Arreciffi. Turn right. Go to end of road. Turn right. About 4 houses on left is your home. Worth the effort to discover it. Lizette is very responsive to all requests and communication was excellent Thank you, Lizette!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

We loved our stay at La Tintinki.....

The home is nice and clean and had everything we needed for our week stay. The location is great, just a short drive to all the attractions. The people in the small towns were very friendly. Lizette was wonderful...she makes you feel very welcome and is available for anything you may need. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Luc B.

Les proprios sont tout simplement fantastique!

Le 1er jour de notre arrivée, un des nôtres a glissé et s'est fracturée la cheville en 3 endroits. Hôpital, RX, operation, coucher à l'hôpital etc.. et aucun de nous ne parle l'espagnol. Lizette et Gino ont cancellé entièrement toute leur agenda respectif et nous ont pris en charge. Ils ont agi en tant que traducteur, nous ont trouvé les médecins compétents, nous ont accompagné tout le long de cette malchance. Nous sommes vraiment ébahis par leur dévouement. Nous avons continué notre séjour dans la chaleur et dans l'eau magnifique. Merci à Lizette Pinto et à son conjoint Gino. Et Merci à tous les Yucatans, leur hospitalité et leur chaleur humaine me font comprendre pourquoi eux-même sont d'abord des Yucateco et des Mexicains ensuite! :-)
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Don D., Arnprior, Ontario, Canada

Amazing two month holiday in La Tintiki

What a wonderful two months we experienced at La TIntiki. Gino and Lizette the owners have become our close friends and they are wonderful hosts. Anything and I mean anything that needed attention was dealt with professionally and immediately. The beach house is so comfortable and warm and the back terrace with the pool overlooking the ocean was our favorite spot during the holiday. Chelem and Chuburna only a few short minutes by car offer so many great and authentic Mexican and ex Pat food experiences. Our favourite was Taco Maya where the blacken fish taco's, burritos, and Taco salad were outstanding. This home was truly our home away from home. We have been renting from VRBO for over ten years and have never come across owners like Gino and Lizette. We would highly recommend La TIntiki because of the home, the owners and authentic Mexican experience that awaits you. Oh yes and for good measure Merida is amazing and you can visit Mayan ruins in 40 minutes in any direction.
Stayed 57 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

A week was not nearly long enough!!

My family and I just got back from a week in the Yucatan staying a week at Tintinki. First let me say that Lizette answered every email immediately and with suggestions and links, she was wonderful. So the ease of booking was great as were her directions to the house. So from the moment we stepped in OMG the wonderful breeze that hit us and then the view! It took a minute to take it all in. The wonderful pictures were accurate however cannot begin to describe what you will feel. The house was perfect and had everything we could want and more. It was very clean comfortable and beautiful. We had a rental car so we could grocery shop and explore. Woke up each morning to the sound of waves had coffee out on deck and then went for a walk and a swim. My perfect vacation. The 3 of us totally relaxed and never needed the AC. The area is quiet and perfect for a relaxing short or long stay. wish ours was longer!! We went to the farmers market at Natural Thangs and met many expats. Our favorite restaurants were: Playa down in Chelem on beach and Maison Maya in Chuburna on left side of main road. If you are looking to unwind this is the place!! Lizette is a wonderful hostess, we are sorry we did not get to meet Gino. We would love to return. Gail, Joyce & Peter from RI
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Susi P.

Excelente atención y excelentes los servicios de la casa

Excelente todo. La playa y la casa en excelencia. Gracias

10/10 Excellent

Stacy A., Riverside, CA

Serene, secluded property.

We loved our stay and the owners! You MUST have Imelda's cooking and hospitality- all at a fair price. The white beach roads will add to the island feel of Chelem and surroundings. There are a few bars close by if you'd like. We even had Uber service there. The patio with pool and beach is where we entertained and relaxed. We are very happy with our stay. The experience went beyond our expectations. The people, climate and various ruins exploration trips were just the icing on the cake while staying at Tintinki.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2016

10/10 Excellent

cornell c.

so peaceful and relaxing

The house had everything you need and more. Lizette and Gino are amazing and a excellent example of the kindness of the mexican people. They made us feel like family and are so genuine. We enjoyed daily walks on the beach picking up interesting shells. We spend a lot of time just is swinging in the hammock, beside the pool watching the pelicans dive for food 20 meters away. Groceries were not a problem in Chelem and Progresso. We used the BBQ and appreciated the sink outside and the clothes line. All seemingly small things but made it feel like home. We did not need the air conditioner. Every afternoon a breeze came up and we fell asleep to the sound of waves and palm trees in the wind. A wonderful month long holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Gino F.

Regresaremos pronto

La Tintinkí es una casa que está situada frente al mar. Tiene todas las comodidades para poder gozar unos días de descanso mientras se admira la naturaleza. La alberca está situada justo para sentirse como en el mar, tiene luces que crean una atmósfera inigualable para disfrutarla en las noches. Los anfitriones Gino y Lizette, nos recibieron muy contentos y nos hicieron sentir como en casa....Mejor casa que ésta no hay, definitivamente pronto regresaremos. Marilyn, from USA
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

3rd Great Stay!

Another fantastic stay! Lizette was there to meet us as usual. She was very responsive to any need or question. The home is absolutely delightful. Shelling on the beach is incredible. We find the area charming. I would recommend this home!