Villa Playasola

Villa Playasola is a rare oceanfront estate set on three acres of private beachfront at the secluded southern end of Playa Las Animas, one of Puerto Vallarta’s most beautiful and unspoiled stretches of coastline. Accessible only by an eight-minute private water taxi ride from the Boca de Tomatlan pier, the villa delivers a genuine island-like experience while remaining just minutes from the restaurants, galleries, and nightlife of downtown Puerto Vallarta. The name Playasola, meaning “lone beach,” perfectly captures the essence of this property — your own private sandy beach, framed by dramatic rock formations and the crystal-clear waters of the Pacific.

The 9,000-square-foot villa offers five luxurious bedrooms in the main house, each with a king bed, ensuite bathroom, satellite TV, and an oceanfront deck with sweeping views. Three additional bedrooms in a separate casita bring the total to eight, making the property ideal for groups of up to sixteen guests. Every room features folding glass enclosures that open fully to capture the ocean breeze or close for air-conditioned comfort. The gourmet kitchen is attended by an internationally trained chef providing all-day service — breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner — complemented by a dedicated bartender at the swim-up bar and beachfront palapa.

The outdoor spaces are the true star of this property. Beyond the heated infinity pool and Jacuzzi on the main terrace, guests have access to an extraordinary beachfront complex that includes a giant palapa with wet bar, sound system, and lounge seating, plus a separate outdoor kitchen palapa with full-sized refrigerator, stove, and preparation area. The private sports complex features a lighted tennis court, a regulation basketball court, a sand volleyball court, and a fully equipped gym, offering a level of recreational facilities unmatched by virtually any private villa rental in Mexico.

Playasola’s location on Las Animas Beach provides natural seclusion — rocky outcrops prevent public access to this end of the beach — while the main Las Animas beach with its popular boat-access restaurants is just a short walk east. Water taxis run regularly to Boca de Tomatlan and Mismaloya, and the staff arranges airport transfers for up to twelve guests in two Suburbans. During whale season from December through March, humpback whales and their calves can be spotted from the terrace, adding another dimension to an already extraordinary Pacific coast retreat.