Backing onto the Playacar Golf course, Villa Balam is located in the upscale gated and secure community of Playacar in Playa del Carmen. Villa Balam is an 1800-square foot, three-storey, privately owned villa in the Villas de Santa Fe complex. Air-conditioned with three bedrooms, three and a half baths, this property is tastefully decorated in a blend of contemporary and Mexican d�cor. Ideally located, this villa is just minutes from the white sand beaches of the Mayan Riviera, Playacar Spa, tennis courts, and the Playacar Aviary, where you can walk among the many species of tropical birds.Villa Balam is also located just five minutes from the famous Fifth Avenue, upscale local shops, cafes and restaurants, and ferry to the Island of Cozumel. It is quickly apparent that you can walk everywhere you want to go from Villa Balam and for those that have a vehicle, you will have private and secure off-street parking, right outside the back-door.On the first floor, you will find a sun-filled open concept living area, complete with a fully equipped kitchen and breakfast bar, dining area, 2 bathrooms, and a conveniently located laundry room with washer and dryer. For scuba divers, we have a secure, separate gear storage and washroom complete with shower. The stairway leads you to the second floor, which includes 2 bedrooms. In the first bedroom you will find a queen size bed and glass doors to a Romeo & Juliet balcony, the other bedroom with 2 twin beds. Each bedroom has a television, ample closet space, and beautiful linens and window coverings. There is also a full bath on this 2nd level.The pathway leads you past a large water fountain and through wonderfully manicured gardens. Your glass patio doors are only steps away from the large private swimming pool, complete with lounge chairs and a shaded palapas (thatch covered) area where you can read a good book while watching golfers on the Robert von Hagge Championship Golf course.