Casa Cosmos

Casa Cosmos is a historic beachfront villa set on a semi-private white sand beach along Puerto Vallarta’s scenic south shore, just five minutes from downtown. Originally designed in the 1970s by renowned Mexico City architect Alfredo Terrazes, the property is one of the last remaining examples of his signature environmental style, blending Japanese-inspired open floor plans with traditional Mexican craftsmanship. The villa’s soaring forty-foot palapa roof, hand-hewn hardwood details, and louvered plantation shutters create an atmosphere of rustic elegance that feels both timeless and authentically Mexican. Offered as a four, five, six, or seven-bedroom rental, Casa Cosmos comfortably accommodates groups of all sizes while retaining the intimacy of a private beach house.

The heart of the villa is its open-concept great room beneath the towering palapa, flowing seamlessly into the living area, dining space, and fully equipped kitchen, all oriented toward the sparkling Pacific beyond. A solar-heated fifty-foot lap pool, secluded plunge pool, and rocky grotto with Jacuzzi and water slide provide ample space for relaxation, while stone steps descend to the private beach lounge area below, complete with hammocks, beach furniture, and ocean kayaks. Each of the four main-level bedrooms opens cabana-style through oversized louvered doors to the pool and ocean views, offering king beds with an additional twin and private marble bathrooms.

For larger parties, the villa expands to include an upstairs master bedroom with king bed and a dormitory room with six twin bunk beds, ideal for children or young adults. The separate owner’s casita adds yet another dimension, featuring its own kitchen, living room, king bedroom, loft with queen bed, and private sundecks. A dedicated staff of four, including cook Maria Luisa whose family has served the property for over twenty years, provides daily meal preparation, housekeeping, and concierge services. The cook speaks English and accommodates all dietary requests, while the property’s grounds are entirely fenced for complete privacy and security.

Beyond the villa’s gates, Puerto Vallarta’s vibrant culture awaits just a short taxi ride away, from the boutique-lined cobblestone streets of the Romantic Zone to world-class dining and nightlife. The south shore setting offers stunning views of the Sierra Madre mountains meeting the Pacific, the same unspoiled panorama once enjoyed by Hollywood legends who flocked to this coast in the 1960s. Events for up to seventy-five guests are permitted, making Casa Cosmos equally suited for celebrations as for intimate family retreats.