An hour's drive from Cancun, between Playa del Carmen and Tulum (Riviera Maya), this hotel offers the quintessence of chic and carefree vacations. Its designer, Kevin Wendle, a Hollywood producer, perfects his hotel know-how here.&nbsp;

In his sixties, Kevin Wendle, this successful producer (The Simpsons, Beverly Hills, the Prince of Bel Air, that's him), turns the page. His intention is to offer an unforgettable hiding place to his friends on sets, a break away from spotlights and flashes. cushy.
A few million dollars later, here is Esencia. He chose Mexico, more precisely the Riviera Maya, this sunny coast of Yucatan, bathed by the clear waters of the Caribbean Sea where still float the baskets of a rich Indian civilization. He had spotted a 25-hectare enclave, the hiding place of an Italian countess, halfway between Playa del Carmen and Tulum, very precisely in the village Xpu Ha (pronounced Shpoo-Ha). Distinctive sign, the property is licked by an endless white sand beach. " It is here that Esencia will invent the most beautiful hotel in the world ", he announces to his troops. Stock.
Mynah, petrel and coati
So it was done. The general philosophy of the boss is applied to the letter: &ldquo; True luxury is invisible, it implies discretion, refinement, elegance, without the slightest ostentation; it is up to us to offer more than what is planned, imagined, hoped for &rdquo;. The mantra applies to 51 independent suites, all drowned in a cleverly maintained tropical jumble. Under the exuberance of lianas, trunks, tree ferns, hibiscus, laurels and wild orchids, slip paths of coral. We follow them hand in hand, bathed in green from which springs the cry of a mynah or a petrel, before an iguana sneaks in, a curious coati (no danger) climbs the coconut tree. These are the only wildlings tolerated on the estate.
According to the director of Esencia, visiting stars Kate Moss, Diane Kruger, Gwen Stefani, Bella Hadid, and more. prefer villas totally isolated by vegetation with private swimming pool, large terrace and room service. Vacationers with a more peaceful life love the houses on the edge of the beach, almost private, raked every morning for the pleasure of splashing around in the promises of dawn.
Immaculate white waxed concrete
Whatever. Here and there, same interior elegance, walls veneered with immaculate white waxed concrete, it's superb, giant bed (2 meters wide), large bay windows, exotic wood terrace opening onto the grandiose panorama of the lapping of the lagoon, the sea , from the horizon. To enjoy it, a terrace with a soft sofa. The rest is of the same water, bathroom with two sinks and a real rain shower, a generous pile of house-branded towels... Apart from this bathtub curiously placed near the bed and the numerous electrical outlets but in American format, the living room will keep the promise of boss.
Outside, two restaurants (including a Japanese one) with bar are designed facing the sea, they ensure the happiness of the breakfast, two vast swimming pools and a state-of-the-art Spa add to the enchantment. Clearly, here it's laziness and there's no rush! A third table, Beef Bar, plays the treasures card from the vegetable garden, local fishing and Texas meats, champagne and grands crus, fine china and gastronomy worthy of the star. Cheer. Good opportunity to salute the performance of the Esencia staff who, in a few hours, remember for each guest name, favorite cocktail, desired table.
Luxury villa
Soon, the estate will inaugurate its final touch, a vast house capable of accommodating ten people. Three suites, kitchen, integrated gym and cinema, private swimming pool, gardens, multiple terraces and absolute calm. More than 1,500 m&sup2; to share, we're not going to rush. A few big Hollywood names are expected for the holiday season. Please do not disturb.
A handful of purists will, however, take a dim view of this successful exercise in hotel style: within the enclave, starred like no other in the region, not the slightest trace of Mexico. The local staff speaks (impeccably) American, the spices play it soft, the soundtrack prefers Dua Lipa to mariachis. One should understand. Who would think of getting out of paradise? Who would want to alter this perfection served on a platter of white sand? Who would want to rub shoulders with Mexican reality, spiders on the ceiling, tequila you can't remember and Colt on your belt, you can never be too careful? Conversely, who can refuse absolute comfort, big blue on a clear lagoon, total serenity and the pleasure of being pampered like never before? The employees make their own the imprecation of the boss: &ldquo; Act as if you were facing your mom, your best friend, your lover and then ask yourself what would make her happy &rdquo;. Successful operation.
The little Versailles of Poitou
Building on its success in Mexico, the formula is about to cross the Atlantic. Esencia arrives in France, a country of which Wendle is an absolute fan. He has just bought the Ch&acirc;teau de Curzay in Vienne, 33 kilometers from Poitiers. It was once a Relais &amp; Ch&acirc;teaux with a starred restaurant, an excellent omen. The new owner wants to restore all of its luster to the 112-hectare property that was once called "The little Versailles of Poitou", that is to say. A handful of suites of unprecedented refinement, a reference table, ubiquitous works of art to restore the "chateau spirit", a Spa unlike any other in the region, a chapel for weddings, a equestrian center, an organic farm, hiking trails, ponds...
We promise, nothing will be too good for this Esencia de France designed with all the experience acquired in Tulum. Opening planned for spring 2023. The 450 inhabitants of Curzay-sur-Vonne (86600) would never have imagined that their treasure built in 1710 would be reborn under Mayan lights.
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In Mexico, Esencia excellence

In Mexico, Esencia excellence

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