Casa Papelillos

On the shores of Bahia de Banderas, Casa Papelillios is an idyllic place to enjoy your Mexico vacation. Not far from the historic coastal town of Puerto Vallarta, you’ll find that Casa Papelillios is one of the most extraordinary destinations in the world for family travel, honeymoon vacations and privacy.

As you consider luxury rentals and beach vacation rental property, picture the serenity provided by Casa Papelillios’ lush, tropical forest setting. Secluded within a gated enclave of luxury homes in the acclaimed residential community of Punta Mita, our two beautifully appointed, architecturally stunning haciendas offer the attentive services of a luxury hotel, yet afford the spaciousness of a beach villa estate.

Whether it is a family vacation that entices you to visit Mexico or perhaps a corporate or executive retreat, Casa Papelillos is an oceanfront rental deserving of your consideration. Once here, you wouldn’t dream of vacationing anywhere else in Mexico.

Surrounded on three sides by dense foliage, Casa Papelillos is comprised of two luxury homes so magnificent they were showcased in Architectural Digest. Staying in the main hacienda you can hear the surf from the Bay of Banderas gently washing on the beach.

With five bedrooms, the 11,300 square-foot main hacienda is one of the most spacious vacation home rentals at Punta Mita. Guests enjoy convening in its Living Room Pavilion and the Dining Pavilion, both of which overlook the three infinity pools, as well as the bay, and Puerto Vallarta and the Sierra Madre Mountains in the distance.

During your Puerto Vallarta vacation, one of the most breathtaking experiences is to see Casa Papelillos’ lighted courtyard, which is quite unique. As a fiery sunset illuminates the bay, there may not be a more tranquil place than Casa Papelillos when you visit Mexico.

An oasis exuding Mexico luxury, the guest hacienda at Casa Papelillos, is only a short stroll from the main hacienda. Encircled by tropical flora, it is lovely for family members or business colleagues traveling with you on your Mexico vacation. Spanish for butterfly, Mariposa features four interior designer-appointed bedroom suites, each with a full bath and outdoor shower on the lower level bedrooms.

Offering the resort luxury of Punta Mita, the two-story residence was also designed by notable architect of Mexico luxury homes, Diego Villaseñor. Its 3,000-square-feet of living space makes for an exceptionally comfortable stay.

Two outdoor lounging areas atop the roof are ideal for sunbathing and evening stargazing, while the 360-degree view encompasses the Sierra Madre Mountains and across the Bay of Banderas to Puerto Vallarta.

This magnificent oceanfront rental property invites guests to gather in a number of welcoming places, most of which overlook the Bay of Banderas. A grassy lawn adjacent to the beach invites children or grandchildren to run free under the Mexican sun. Guests are invited to watch movies, sporting events or their digital Mexico vacation photos on the 72” plasma screen satellite TV in the spacious Media Room.

Engaging architectural and interior design details found throughout Casa Papelillos give guests staying at this dramatic beach villa a sense of browsing in an art museum. Reflecting pools, Oaxacan pottery, wall art, sculptures, potted flowers, river stone floors—at every turn there is something at this architecturally sublime oceanfront rental that fascinates and invites a moment to pause to enjoy.

Distinguished by two haciendas—a main residence and a guest residence—these luxury homes provide more than 19,000-square-feet of indoor living space. A third residence serves as the Hacienda Manager’s quarters and office. The luxury rentals are on the beach in Ranchos Estates, a prestigious enclave within Punta Mita, Mexico’s premier gated community and resort destination.

Located a leisurely drive from Puerto Vallarta the beachfront rentals are secluded in what feels like a tropical garden on nearly three prime acres. The residences comfortably accommodate a maximum of 18 adults or 20 total guests, including young children.

When you visit Mexico for your family vacation or corporate retreat, you’ll have the peace of mind knowing that Ranchos Estates at Punta Mita has two guard-monitored entrances and Casa Papelillos has electronically operated gates. The enclave of luxury homes and Punta Mita are monitored 24 hours a day and there is also a beach patrol. The pools feature an electronic monitoring device for each child. For added peace of mind nannies and lifeguards are available upon request for a fee. Of the two vacation home rentals, the main hacienda and one suite in Mariposa is fully wheelchair friendly.

Extraordinary in every way, the two-story main beach vacation rental is appreciated for its generous indoor and outdoor living space. Offering incomparable Bay of Banderas views, the main hacienda features five bedrooms (one is a Master Suite) and seven bathrooms. Located on the second floor, the Master Suite has a king size bed and an attached space used as either a sitting room or sleeping area for small children. Overlooking the courtyard are two guest bedrooms, one with two queen beds and the other with a king bed.

On the main level are two bedrooms, each with a pair of twin beds. An outdoor, covered Dining Pavilion provides seating for 20 and offers great views of the Bay of Banderas and the beach.

The Living Room Pavilion offers comfortable seating, Bay of Banderas views and also offers high-speed, wireless Internet connectivity.

With ample seating room for those traveling on a family vacation the Media Room features a 72” high-definition plasma screen Star Choice Satellite TV, complete with Games and iPod-ready surround sound system, and SIRIUS Radio. A Vonage phone system provides free long distance calling to and from the U.S. and Canada.

Guests can stay in shape in the Fitness Room, which is equipped with state-of-the-art cardiovascular and weight training equipment. The Fitness Room provides a view of the beach and its built in TVs and sound system help make for a great workout. The room comes with a shower and bathroom, and it is only 50 steps from the outdoor Jacuzzi and the Beach Pavilion.

Of the three pools at this luxurious beach vacation rental, the main pool and the Master Suite pool are on the second level of the Main Hacienda. Guests welcome the easy access to the beach where they’ll find comfortable chaise lounges and a full complement of beach games and equipment for hours of play and relaxation.

Excellent for beach vacations, the two-story guest hacienda provides a generous amount of indoor and outdoor living space, as well as impressive vistas of the tropical forest and distant Sierra Madre Mountains. Called Mariposa, the guest beach vacation rental, features four bedroom suites and four bathrooms. The upstairs has two bedrooms with king sized beds.

The two main floor suites have two separate rooms—a bedroom and sitting room. Each room has two queen sized beds and a pair of twin beds. Two main floor suites have outdoor showers and four suites have outdoor terraces.

Exuding Mexico luxury, the residence also has a rooftop lounging area for private sunbathing and an observatory for stargazing. A path of hand laid stone, which is lighted in the evening, connects the guest hacienda with the main hacienda.

Beachfront

• Number of Bedrooms: 9
• Number of Bathrooms: +10
• Sleeps: 18-20
• Square Feet: +19000

Experience

When you dream of a tropical paradise, do you dream of a place where sandy white beaches seem to stretch into eternity? Where warm ocean water is a kaleidoscope of turquoise and aquamarine? And where the sun sets into a fire of pink and red every night?

At the northern tip of Banderas Bay (approximately a 50 minute drive north from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport, 10 minutes from Sayulita, and 15 minutes north of Bucerias/La Cruz) lies Punta Mita, which means “Gateway to Paradise”. Punta de Mita is an arrowhead-shaped peninsula bordered on three sides by the ocean and is considered a sacred place by the Huichol Indians. This is the point where Banderas Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the Sea of Cortez come together.

The area is a picturesque fishing village nestled on Mexico’s Riviera Nayarit’s coast and offers an oasis of white-sand beaches and turquoise waters that boasts some of the best snorkelling, scuba diving, fishing, surfing and golf in the world. Punta Mita has evolved into Mexico’s most exclusive development, an enormous gated resort community next to the original little town that to this day has a few authentic restaurants and shops. The luxury community’s master plan includes the elegant Four Seasons Resort, St. Regis, and two Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses.

Guests exploring local seaside villages will find tradition blended with a modern fusion of international influences. Fishing and agriculture are predominant, along with artisanal crafts. The indigenous indians of the area, the Huichol, are revered for their brilliantly colorful artwork and crafts, many of which are available in the local marketplaces.

Playa Punta de Mita is a high end enclave and jewel of the Riviera Nayarit. This beach is special in being the last family friendly azure swimming waters protected from rough open ocean currents.

El Anclote beach (great beginner to intermediate surf break), where the beach restaurants serve an ever broadening range, including fresh seafood, traditional Mexican, homemade Italian and even world class beachfront cuisine at the exclusive Hotel Cinco.

Pangas wait to take you exploring the Marietas Islands, to a surf break or out to see whales and dolphins.

Fine shops and galleries are budding thanks to the growing expat community.

Nearby excursions:
The Marietas Islands: Situated at the northern end of Banderas Bay, the Marietas Islands provide a sanctuary for diverse marine and bird life. Whales, dolphins, giant manta ray, tropical fish, and indigenous birds such as blue-footed boobies and red-billed tropic birds form a unique and complex ecosystem in the shelter of these islands.

Sayulita: spend a day learning to surf, shop the wide variety of boutiques, and take in the bohemian atmosphere of this chic little surf town.

Bucerias/La Cruz: charming seaside village known for the longest stretch of beautiful beach in the bay, Bucerias is a great change of pace. It’s fun to explore the artisan market, great restaurants, art galleries, and cute shops. The new multimillion dollar marina in La Cruz offers sunset sails, fresh seafood, and a wonderful Farmers Market from 9am-2pm on Sundays.

Puerto Vallarta: Experience a variety of shops, restaurants and colorful colonial streets in this dynamic city, 50 minutes from Punta Mita.

San Sebastián (Huichol Villages): Nestled in the heart of the Sierra Madre Mountains, San Sebastian’s remote location and historic appeal have made it one of Mexico’s last great getaways. Even though this little mountain enclave (elevation 4500 ft.) is not very far from Puerto Vallarta, this half-forgotten former mining town is a world away from typical resorts and ordinary tourist attractions.

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