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Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach

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Mornin' coffee after a surf session...
Casa Gaviota from Calle Alta Vista
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Punta Burros, NAY
  • Place, Destiladeras Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Punta de Mita Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, El Anclote Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

Surf Casita

2 Double Beds and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Surf

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach

Beautiful 2 bedroom with, 2 full baths house PLUS a 1 bed studio with private full bath. The main house can accommodate up to 6 adults. Both house and studio have living, dining and kitchen, all with ocean views and doors that open onto a private marble patio. Private pool overlooking the bay. High ceilings, open floor plan, fans and AC in each room. The studio or "surf casita" that sleeps up to 4 is located just behind the main house and also has a view of the bay. It can be rented by itself or included as part of the Casa Gaviota rental. Pricing on the VRBO site is for just the house. If you want to add the Casita to the main house, the price is an additional $125/night. If you want to rent the Casita by itself, the price is 50% of the price of the main house/night.

100m to Punta Burro beach - an easy walk across a quiet cobble stone street. Nice surf break, beautiful sandy beach. house keeping included.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents should plan to supervise closely.
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
With prior owner approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Punta de Mita

Located in Punta de Mita, this holiday home is near the beach. While the natural beauty of Bay of Banderas and Punta de Mita Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Nayar Vidanta Golf. Los Arroyos Verdes and Splash Water Park Vallarta are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Punta Burros, NAY

What's nearby

  • Destiladeras Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Punta de Mita Beach - 23 min drive - 9.2 km
  • El Anclote Beach - 27 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Punta Mita Golf Club - 33 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Nuevo Vallarta Beach - 47 min drive - 25.2 km

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Iberostar Selection Playa Mita - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Seaside Grill Dreams Bahia Mita - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪buffet El nopal - Iberostar playa mita premium gol - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant La Terraza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Market Cafe Secrets Bahia Mita - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Ocean Living, private pool, private beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Bay of Banderas and Destiladeras Beach. Punta de Mita Sea Pool is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dora A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

The best property we ever have stayed . Very private and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay

We loved our stay at Casa Gaviota. The hosts were very helpful and had great communication. The location is superior.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jody W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surf camp extraordinaire!

Excellent property with all the amenities! Shari and Ryland were gracious hosts and the view was spectacular. Great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Boyd G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing spot!

We really loved our week at Casa Gaviota! Pool was great and access to the beach was super quick. The house was really comfortable and felt like an oasis for our family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

Beautiful home in a beautiful location. The pool and patio overlooking the bay is mesmerizing. We saw many whales from the house. Appreciated all the surf and beach gear that the owners provide for the guests. Look forward to returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jennie C.

Beautiful Beach, Great Hosts

Punta Burro is lovely - a nice quiet, safe beach that is great for swimming, paddle boarding or, stay on shore and have a long walk. The Gardner/Leach home was cozy and the hosts are wonderful. Couldn't recommend it more!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

todd m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Relaxing

Ryland was a great host. Property was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Our family enjoyed this spot and Ryland was a great host. The beach was not as great for kids (ages 2 and 4) due to the beach break but Ryland directed us to a nearby softer break and that worked out.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place yet!

Everything was excellent! No disappointments
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Baher R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Beach Vacation

Great times for adults and kids. If you're not looking for the hotel experience and want to get out a little more, this is a good option. Surf is not epic in summer, better for longboards, but at least there's something you can walk to - and 85 degree water is real nice. Ryland, Tim, etc are good guys and very easy to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Punta de Mita

My partner and I and our little dog absolutely loved staying at Casa Gaviota. The house was large, clean, well stocked, and beautiful. We truly enjoyed relaxing in and around the saltwater infinity pool, and the beach was only a short walk away. The owner welcomed us, gave us a tour, and was super responsive throughout our stay. The beaches in Punta de Mita, Sayulita, and San Pancho were all easy drives. Had some issues with ants, but even with that would still stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

Spectacular house in lovely location. Sparkling pool, big bedrooms with comfortable beds, big windows with amazing views, great kitchen, well stocked with equipment for cooking. Lots of beach gear. Beautiful beach, empty and private. Ryland and Shari are perfect hosts. Rosy is a great cook. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meagan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Epic Tejas Chicas Surf Trip

This was a girls surf trip for us & we couldn’t have been happier with the location! We were a group of 6 with plenty of space in the main house and the casita. The pool overlooks to the beach which was a pleasure to have for after surf swim or watching the sunset. The sound of the ocean right outside was very relaxing. The windows/exterior doors all have screens on them which was nice for natural air flow throughout the house without needing the ac’s. Ryland & Shari were amazing hosts in opening up their home for us to enjoy. They had some snacks and drinks ready for us, to get through the evening when we arrived, making it easy to grab a quick bite and check everything out. We will definitely be returning! Thanks again Ryland & Shari!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So good!!!!

Ryland and Shari were incredible hosts; not only were they a pleasure to spend time with, they have truly arranged an experience that can’t be beat. We wanted for nothing our entire visit. They have provided all that one could need, and then some. The location is beautiful and charming, the surf is steps away, and the pool and outdoor paths and garden are well maintained, comfortable, and stunning. We hope to return to this gem, and share it with more folks. We were a group of six: two couples with the two kids. We chose to rent the casita as well, to give the kids their own space, but we could’ve made it work with all of us in the main house too. Omar and Roci were such a delight, and a pretty big part of our experience. They come three times a week to clean and take care of the grounds, and Omar was such a sweetheart with our young Spanish speaking daughter. She’d chat with him the entire time he worked and he was so good with her. Roci’s cooking is fenomenal, and truly our only regret was not having her prepare more meals for us. It was delicious and affordable—an absolute must! The beach just down the path is lovely for walking and surf, but it isn’t ideal for swimming as the reef reaches the water’s edge. Fortunately Ryland shared another location that was perfect for swimming with the kids, just two kilometers down the road. I hope you have a chance to enjoy La Casa Gaviota and the small community that comes with it!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

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Gorgeous, private, excellent beach access and location

We had a fantastic week here and I would definitely visit again. The house is perched above the ocean, giving excellent privacy, but is close enough to hear the waves through the night as if you are beach front. The beach feels private and is great for surfing and SUPing. And for simple walking and playing. I awoke early every morning to have coffee by the pool and felt as if in the middle of a bird estuary. Our group celebrated and visited with each other by the pool each day and evening. We took surf lessons nearby and visited several nearby towns -- La Cruz, Punta de Mita, Sayulita. All are relatively close. We rented a car but also took taxis, which was easy. Ryland and Shari are fantastic -- fun to talk to, available if needed, but stay away so you have privacy. I recommend renting the casita as well if you need the additional space. We also hired their cook for two meals, which were fabulous and brought in massage therapists for a relaxing afternoon of massage for everyone in our group. You can drink the water and no one from our group got sick. They have hats and snorkel gear and water shoes and boards -- also some suntan lotion and lots of condiments and cooking oils. The place feels very safe. I highly recommend!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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Stunning views with amazing access to beach

We absolutely loved our stay at the property. The views were stunning both during the day and in the evening. You can see for Miles and the stars were amazing at night. There was a power outage but our owners and property management were quick to respond and to fix things out of their control. We love swimming in the pool and making breakfast to sit on the patio. Definitely recommend renting a car as there is no restaurants close. We did get to go to the W hotel and enjoy a cocktail and some food on the beach. We also took a drive to Punta Mita. But if you go to the store before hand to be well-stocked or you can stay here in paradise. We came here for a friends wedding that was at secrets and we were able to walk to and from easily. Albeit on the hot days we melted a bit in the heat. Definitely would be interested in coming back. Absolutely stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dana M.

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A gathering of dear friends

Our stay wanted for nothing: great access to surf, lovely and comfortable accommodations, wonderful outside spaces, and fantastic hosts! Wouldn’t hesitate one moment to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

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Amazing view, beautiful beach, and easy access to towns!

A very peaceful location in a beautiful and quiet gated neighborhood. We visited the town of Punta de mita often for dinner. Explored San Pancho and Sayulita during our stay but always enjoyed coming back to our spot. Punta Burros surf break is about a 5min walk down the beach which we visited daily. Great spot if you’re into surfing. Rosi cooked us dinner twice and we enjoyed everything she made. Ryland and Shari were very helpful with our ever changing needs.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

KAREN D.

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Lovely Home!

Property was lovely….more information as to area restaurants, beaches, etc. should be provided….
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach vacation

Great property, Ryland is a huge help for anything you would need, Rosi- housekeeper and cook- makes the most incredible flan you will ever have. Quick walk to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amelia A.

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A Sweet Slice of Paradise!

Casa Gaviota worked great for our group! We used both the main house and surf casita. Shari and Ryland were friendly, gave us our privacy, and accessible if we needed them. Relaxing in the the pool and enjoying the shimmering ocean view was such a treat. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra S.

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Absolutely lovely

If I could give 10 stars to this place I would. The house is beautiful and well stocked with a perfect pool overlooking the ocean. It is also literally steps from a stunning beach, so if you're looking to be unambitious and just truly relax- this is the spot. Shari is the best host as in she stays out of your way but it is totally available when you need her for anything. We all loved it and will be coming back for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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Magnificent

Exceptional view's in beautiful colorful landscaped surroundings. Accommodations exceptional . Dips in the endless pool and short walk to the amazing beach. We cooked several meals in the well stocked kitchen. Make sure Rosie prepares a meal for you. Fresh and authentic. Her Molé fantastic and flan for dessert what a treat. Umbrellas beach chairs masks and snorkels boogie boards and paddle boards supplied by host. Myself and my two older sons had a fantastic time. A Majestic and serene experience. I highly recommend this beautiful place. Many thanks to Sheri or host Who helped guide us on this adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and hosts - highly recommend

Awesome experience — will be coming back
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

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FABULOUS Beach House & Compound

This property is really amazing and I recommend it to others wholeheartedly. It's a beautiful, well-maintained and well-equipped house with a fantastic outdoor living/dining/pool set-up. The view of the Bay is staggering -- we saw whales nearly every time we looked out over the ocean, set against the backdrop of mountains. The beach is a 30-second walk away down an easy footpath, and it feels like nearly a private beach, only being used by the residents of the small number of other high-end homes in this area. The neighborhood is beautiful and feels completely safe (with gated access), but it's just a short drive to the restaurants and activities of either Punta Mita or La Cruz. There are SUP boards and all kinds of beach equipment provided, and in all other ways too, Ryland and Shari were outstanding and super-helpful hosts. Do not hesitate -- take a vacation at this place!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Shari and Ryland

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Ryland and Shari are most recently from Boulder, Colorado. They chose to move to Punta Burros, Mexico after many visits to the area. Ryland is available to help with surf board rentals, wave reports and SUP lessons. Shari will help with any Spanish translation needs, and will share suggestions for local adventures. Long time Wilderness Medicine Instructors and volunteer fire fighters, you're in good hands with this owner team who live nearby and are readily available if needed.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Punta Burros for it’s amazing views, easy access, privacy and security, and incredible landscape. Casa Gaviota overlooks the Bahia de Banderas, with the night lights of Puerto Vallarta gleaming in the distance to the east. The Marieta islands can be seen to the west, and the mountains across the bay are stunning as well.

It’s an easy drive from the Puerto Vallarta airport to Punta Burros, about 40 min.

The neighborhood is staffed with a 24 hour guard and gate access, and doors can be left unlocked without concern. Secure parking onsite is included, as well as surf board/ SUP storage. Flowers and palm trees abound. Come join us in paradise.

What makes this property unique

Unique benefits of this property include
Studio casita with private kitchen and bath
Marble floors and patio create a stunning sense of luxury
Private swimming pool
Private patio area
Easy walk to sandy beach
Good surf breaks within walking distance
Secure off street parking
Kitchen opens outside pool bar area
Each bedroom has a sliding glass door opening onto ocean view patio
Fans/AC
Dogs possible with prior owner approval/pet deposit

Languages:

English, Spanish
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