When it comes to elevated beach house chic, Casa Tortuga is a Mexican masterpiece. The property’s main living area is a huge palapa-style space, complete with traditional frond-weave ceilings, wood-deck floors and open sides to provide soft Pacific breeze and gorgeous sea views. This extends to a wonderfully open sun terrace with a big floppable daybed and direct access to the fabulously freeform beachfront pool.

Stone paths meander around the property, past emerald pools, tall palm trees and landscaped jungle flora. The villa is also scattered with an array of playful sculptures and artworks that reflect the jungle-meets-sea setting, such as carved wooden fish, starfish and numerous hanging monkeys sure to bring a smile to your face.  The use of natural materials throughout also helps the villa to integrate beautifully into its rustic beachfront environment, while discrete atmospheric lighting both inside and out brings real magic to the property come nightfall.

Accommodation is spread around four suites, all with multiple ceiling fans and air conditioning to keep things cool. The main master suite is a huge airy room complete with an ensuite bathroom that includes a rainfall shower and jacuzzi tub with jungle views. All suites also extend to a private terrace with a hammock and direct pool or beach access. A fifth room is great for kids, sleeps up to three and includes dining and lounge areas.

The villa’s lagoon-style swimming pool has an integrated jacuzzi section and plenty of poolside seating. Steps away on the beach you’ll also find a Bali bed and the perfect for gazing over the Pacific. Inside the villa, fitness fans have use of a fully-equipped, air conditioned gym, too, as well as a sauna. Or if you’d rather snuggle up with a movie, you’ll even find a cinema room with a huge sofa. Completing this superb luxury villa are two kitchens, a bar and an extra lounge area with a TV.