Wake up to the Pacific stretching toward the Marietas Islands, pour your coffee, and step onto a private terrace where a hand-tiled fountain murmurs beneath swaying palms. This is what mornings look like at Casa de Vistas, a fully renovated two-bedroom retreat in Punta de Mita's sought-after Faro de Mita community, where artisan Mexican design meets every modern comfort you need.
This isn't a cookie-cutter vacation rental. Every detail here was chosen with intention, from the striking hand-painted turquoise tile kitchen to the two-tiered cantera stone fountain framed by traditional Talavera tile on the patio, to the collected folk art that gives each room its own story. The result is a space that feels like a beautifully curated home, not a hotel.
THE SPACE
An open-concept great room anchors the home, where the living area, dining space, and kitchen flow together with ceiling fans stirring the ocean breeze. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors retract fully, dissolving the boundary between indoors and out and flooding the space with natural light from this prized end-unit position.
The Kitchen is the heart of the home, and it's a showstopper. Hand-painted turquoise Talavera-style tile stretches across the backsplash, complemented by tropical amapa wood cabinetry, a kitchen island topped with Mexican marble and bar seating for four, and glass pendant lights overhead. A gas range, stainless steel appliances, and an exceptionally complete collection of cookware, utensils, and serving pieces mean you can make anything from a quick breakfast to a full dinner party with ease.
The Living Area features a generous L-shaped sectional dressed in coastal tones, woven poufs, a jute area rug, and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV with Sonos whole-home audio. It's designed for both lazy movie nights and lively conversations.
The Primary Suite is your private escape. A king-size bed framed by a hand-carved four-poster in dark wood, original artwork, and views that reach the ocean through sliding glass doors to a private balcony. The en-suite bathroom feels like a boutique spa: stone tile walls, a rain shower behind glass, a vessel sink set on a Mexican marble counter with amapa wood vanity below, and thoughtful touches like a towel ladder and artisan decor.
The Guest Bedroom has its own personality. It's a beach-inspired room with warm tones, comfortable bedding, a longboard surfboard mounted on the wall, and a standing desk for anyone who wants to get a little work done between beach sessions. Every room has its own AC unit (four total, including the main living area and utility room), ceiling fans, and ample closet storage with custom amapa wood built-ins.
Practical Comforts: Full-size LG washer and dryer, fiber-optic high-speed Wi-Fi (great for remote work or streaming), extensive built-in storage throughout, and a dedicated parking space.
YOUR PRIVATE TERRACE
Step outside and you're in your own open-air living room. A two-tiered cantera stone fountain set against hand-painted Talavera tile anchors one end, while an outdoor dining table seats six against a backdrop of rooftops, palm trees, and the Pacific Ocean. Pull up a chair in the morning for coffee with that view, or settle in at golden hour when the light shimmers across Banderas Bay. Multiple exposures mean you catch light and breezes from every direction.
THE COMMUNITY AND SURROUNDINGS
Faro de Mita is a secure, gated residential community with 24-hour security, a resort-style swimming pool with in-water loungers, covered palapa gathering areas surrounded by manicured tropical gardens, and dedicated parking.
But the best part might be what's just outside the gates. El Anclote Beach is a three-minute walk. Punta de Mita Beach is seven minutes on foot. In between, you'll find some of the best restaurants on the Riviera Nayarit. Tuna Blanca and Mita Mita are practically next door. Golfers will appreciate Higuera Golf Club, a public course just a five-minute drive away, and Barracuda Beach Club is a similar quick drive for a day by the water. When you're ready to explore further, Sayulita and San Pancho are 20 minutes up the coast, and the protected Marietas Islands are a short boat ride away.
AT A GLANCE
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 4 | 1,850 sq ft
End-unit with wraparound light and cross-ventilation
Panoramic ocean and Marietas Islands views
Designer kitchen with hand-painted tile, gas range, and bar seating
Authentic Mexican folk art and artisan details throughout
Sonos whole-home sound system
Fiber-optic Wi-Fi (remote work ready)
Full-size LG washer and dryer
Private terrace with fountain, ocean-view dining for 6, and lounge seating
Resort-style pool with in-water loungers and palapa gathering areas
Gated community with 24-hour security and assigned parking
Walk to beaches, restaurants, surf, and village center
IDEAL FOR
Couples seeking a design-forward retreat with real character
Remote workers who want reliable Wi-Fi with an ocean-view office
Friends looking for a home base to explore Punta de Mita and Riviera Nayarit
Anyone who appreciates the difference between a rental and a place
