Gringo’s Palapa
Luxurious Beach Penthouse
For Highly Discriminating Travelers
At Prestigious Punta Esmeralda Beach in Puerto Vallarta, México
Magnolia #502

DESCRIPTION
In old Mayan language “palapa” means a home, a place where daily rituals and celebrations are performed, a place that will shelter you from bad weather and evil spirits. They call it a “burre” in Fiji and a hut in Hawaii. It is a palm leaf-covered thatched roof casita with a dramatically high dome ceiling.

Typical Mexican Palapas

Our palapa, a combination of old traditional Mexican crafting and ultra modern facilities, features this style of roof in the main living room, kitchen and master bedroom. It is nested in a tropical setting between coco palms and lush vegetation. Puerto Vallarta is at the same geographical latitude as Hawaii and because of its identical climate, similar flora and fauna are found here as well. Imagine spending time in this original, romantic and ultra modern palapa designed penthouse, overlooking a beautiful beach and the turquoise waters of the Bay of Banderas, one of the biggest bays in the Pacific.

Gringo’s Palapa –Top floor with palapa roofs

A spectacular view at the Pacific from Gringo’s Palapa

Located in a truly paradisiacal setting, this lavish beach penthouse offers four bedrooms and four baths  (three with large windows facing the ocean), walk-in closets, washer and dryer and a fully equipped kitchen, two beautiful terraces with fully reclining lounge chairs, an arm chair and ottoman and a terrace dining table that seats up to 6. There are three balconies with spectacular views of the ocean. The bedrooms and their furnishings are complemented by luxurious amenities, including down comforters, fluffy pillows, and fine linens and oversized towels. The kitchen, which has dual views of both the ocean and the mountains, features granite counter tops and modern stainless steel appliances, including a double-door refrigerator with an ice and cold drinking water dispenser, dishwasher, gas stove and oven with rotisserie, microwave and water purifier. The dining area features an elegant custom-designed glass and wood table that can seat up to 12 people. The spacious main living area is surrounded by full-length glass sliding doors which fully open to expose a seamless and unobstructed view of the ocean and bay. Gringo’s Palapa penthouse is fully air conditioned, each room with an individual control, and a total area exceeding 3,500 sq. ft. (320 square meters).  While two refreshing infinity swimming pools await you at Punta Esmeralda’s beautiful Beach Club, you can relax in a total privacy at the penthouse in the ample Jacuzzi for two overlooking the ocean on the large private terrace adjacent to the living room. 

Great view of the Pacific and Banderas Bay: whale watching and regular weekend firework displays at night.

This romantic penthouse featuring a spectacular view of Banderas Bay and Puerto Vallarta is unique in many ways. Three of four bedrooms face the far horizons of mighty Pacific Ocean while the fourth has a spectacular sunset mountain view. Whale-watching during the autumn (especially October and November) where new mother whales come with their offspring, is a favorite pastime in this gorgeous location. The penthouse décor and interior design was specially created by California artist/designer Mardi Alexandra de Veuve and the talented designer duo, Silvia and Enrique Larrigue from SC Estudios in Puerto Vallarta. Bougainvillea and tropical flowers drape the balconies and spacious terraces, providing seclusion, as well as a serene tropical ambiance. Exquisite pastel sunrises greet early risers, and morning walks on the deserted beach are delightful. Sunset cocktails on the terraces are memorable. The evening candlelight setting in this romantic setting is an ultimate delight.

Romantic surroundings

The renowned Four Seasons Resort in Punta de Mita is just 10 minutes away and Puerto Vallarta International Airport is only 20 minutes away. Two hard-surface tennis courts are in the “back yard,” as well as an ultra-equipped gym and spa available to you free of charge (personalized spa services and treatments are extra). The Flamingo Golf Club, an 18 hole championship golf course is just a few minutes away. Yacht owners and sailors can dock in the Marina at Nuevo Vallarta, a 25 minute drive. A new marina is under construction within walking distance from Punta Esmeralda. Nearby, the quaint fishing village of Bucerias, has number of good and inexpensive restaurants – many situated right on the beach featuring traditional Mexican cuisine or the daily catch of succulent fresh seafood.  It is just a 30 minute drive to the charming old town of Puerto Vallarta where you will experience a typical Mexican colonial town with many exciting restaurants, bars, live entertainment, galleries and boutiques for shopping to suit every taste.  

You have total safety within the gated community of Punta Esmeralda, which is patrolled 24 hours by private security, resulting in a complete feeling of security, privacy and comfort. Every person entering the complex must be pre-registered and their names provided to the security attendant on duty. This is an ideal place for a small family reunion, a couples’ get-away, or for romantic honeymooners who value their privacy and comfort. Should you want to work here, it’s all set up for you, including high-speed wireless Internet access. Simply bring your work on a flash-stick and continue working at Gringo’s Palapa,  perhaps while basking in the sun on the terrace.

LOCATION OF GRINGO’S PALAPA:

• Punta Esmeralda Beach, is in the city of  La Cruz de Huanacaxtle (La Cruz for short), state of Nayarit, Mexico (on the main Highway 200 No. Puerto Vallarta-Tepic). Punta Esmeralda is a sandy beach development featuring a private up-scale gated community, a 20 minute drive north from the Puerto Vallarta International Airport,  and approximately a 30 minute drive north from the Puerto Vallarta city center.

• It is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Fours Season Resort in Punta Mita and the new Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course.

Banderas Bay	Development Plan of Punta Esmeralda

Deserted beaches of Puerto Vallarta

FACILITIES: This condo penthouse is on the fifth (top) floor overlooking the majestic Pacific ocean and Banderas Bay.  Once the sun goes down, you see a sparkling necklace of the city lights of PuertoVallarta.  The penthouse features:

• Four (4) bedrooms (sleeps 8), three of them with an unobstructed ocean view, each with a private bath, oversized towels and luxurious amenities.
• 30 ft. (7.5 m) vaulted-like ceilings, in a spacious traditional Mexican “palapa” style in living room area, kitchen and  master bedroom.
• Floor to ceiling glass doors in the living/dining area that fully open for a seamless unobstructed view of the sea.
• 3,200 sq. ft (300 m2) of air-conditioned space (3,500 sq. ft. including terraces and balconies).
• Air conditioning throughout the unit with individual controls in each room.
• Two king-size beds, one queen and two twin beds with luxurious down comforters, duvets and fluffy pillows
• Two large terraces overlooking the ocean, lined with potted bougainvillea, palms and baby bamboo, and two balconies overlooking the Sierra Madre Mountains.
• A large Jacuzzi tub for two on the main terrace overlooking the ocean.
• Marble floors throughout the penthouse.
• Granite kitchen counter tops
• Completely equipped ultra modern kitchen with stainless appliances (oven rotisserie, microwave, dishwasher, double door refrigerator with ice maker and water purifier), dishes, pots & pans, coffeemaker, china and flatware for 12.
• 42”plasma TV with cable hookup.
• PC/Laptop with Windows XP Home edition and all M/S Office programs with high speed, wireless internet access.
• Epson color printer & copier.
• Basic office supplies.
• Beach towels and sunning supplies.

Two tennis courts with spa	Modern Gym

OTHER AMENITIES (click link)

• Gated community with 24hour security service
• Two common area swimming pools
• Two hard-surface tennis courts
• Jack Nicklaus-designed golf course plus several other courses within a 5-15 minutes drive
• Spa
• Modern and well equipped gym
• Beach club for private parties
• Snack bar
• Local Seafood market with  “fresh catch”  daily
• Outstanding restaurants nearby
• Maid service available
• Personal cook available
• Airport pick-up available (not necessarily included in all rentals)
• Fully equipped bar with local and imported liquors
• Horseback rides on the beach (must be pre-arranged and separately paid)
• Some water sports (snorkeling, kayaking, deep sea fishing)

Elegant Spa	Simple enjoyment

DIRECTIONS
From Puerto Vallarta International Airport take highway 200 North (toward Tepic) for about 20 km (15 miles). You will pass the little community of Mezcales with a pedestrian overhead pass in the middle of town. Just a few miles from Mezcales and several speed bumps in the middle of nowhere, you will pass through the small fishing village of Bucerias. You will recognize it by 5 stop lights, and we bet you will encounter a red light on each of them. Venders will be selling gorgeous long-stemmed roses at a nominal price at these intersections. The semi-last street light is next to the China Palace on the left hand side (this landmark Chinese looking structure, can’t be missed). Look at your speedometer and a short two miles from here you will see to the left big billboard with sign “INFORMATION HERE” for Punta Esmeralda. Stay to your left and turn left by crossing the highway into Punta Esmeralda driveway and again make and immediate left to the entrance ate and security guard station. Identify yourself and they will direct you to Gringo’s Palapa Magnolia #502. Your name will be with security as a pre-registered guest.

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