Stunning Famous Villa~Best Location~Steps to Beach & Town | Villa in Sayulita

10.0 (18 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  4 Bathrooms  10 Guests
North End Villa | Stunning Famous Villa~Best Location~Steps to Beach & Town

5 Bedroom Villa in North End, Sayulita

Casa Gala, the house made famous by the book "Gringos in Paradise" written by Barry Golson, a true-life story of Barry and his wife Thia's adventures in Sayulita, the friends they made and the Dream House they decided to build in the lively, lovely village of Sayulita.
Newly remodeled Casa Gala is a beautiful 5 bedroom, 4 bath house, complete with a private pool and tropical garden within a very private and secure walled compound. Steps to the beach and ten minute walk downtown.
Sayulita, for those of you new to the area, is a surfing and fishing village tucked into the edge of the jungle, about 40 minutes north of Puerto Vallarta. It was the paradise Barry and Thia picked after traveling throughout Mexico. In 2018 they decided to move home to the USA and I took over where they left off, buying the house and remodeling.
With accommodation for up to 10 guests, Casa Gala is a handsome Spanish Colonial home on the quiet north side of Sayulita, just a 10-minute walk South to the life and color of the plaza and a 10-minute walk North to the Jungle and trails.
There are several excellent restaurants and stores one block away too, where you can get food, cervezas, rent golf carts and book tours. The house is in a perfect location on the main beach road, 1 block and a 2-minute walk away from the ocean, on the tranquil side. (Sayulita’s main beach can be crowded in high season.)
The first thing you see upon entering the imposing wrought-iron gates are 2 tall "aqueduct" arches, one of which cascades water into the 30-by-15 pool. There is an enticing thatch-roofed "palapa" poolhouse with its own 1/2 bath room. Through the arch is a "secret mini-garden" behind lush foliage, with a swing chair and a fountain. There's an outdoor shower where you can rinse off your sandy feet.
On the ground floor, there are 2 gorgeously-appointed Queen-sized bedrooms with custom-carved head boards and furniture, each with a private bathroom decorated in hand-made talavera tiles as well as patio door access to the garden and pool area. There's a luxurious newly remodeled kitchen with high end appliances and a breakfast bar. A new kitchen water filter provides safe drinking water and ice.
The living/dining great room has huge sliding glass doors which can open to the garden and pool area, which glows at night from the lanterns along the hacienda wall. There is also a TV family room with a large sofa, huge DVD collection, Netflix & DirectV that can be closed off when it's cool for TV-watching and sofa-loafing, or air-conditioned when it’s warm.
Upstairs is a self-contained level, with three more bedrooms. There's a newly remodeled suite with Cali-King bed, lounge, patio doors to access the terrace and a new en-suite bathroom. There's another Queen-sized bedroom with terrace patio doors and a smaller bedroom, with a bunk bed with a Full-sized lower bed and Twin-sized upper and its own sink. These 2 bedrooms share a full bath, with the shower and toilet separate from the sink area. The long terrace overlooks the pool and garden with chaises where you can lounge, read, and watch the life of the village.
All bedrooms have new AC units and ceiling fans to keep you cool.
There are stairs to a large rooftop pavilion on the third floor with lounge and dining areas where you can take in the sea breezes. You’ll have a view of the village and surrounding mountain and jungle, and a peek through the palms at the ocean. The pavilion is enclosed by wrought-iron railings and lanterns, perfect for entertaining.
Other amenities: laundry room with a washer and dryer, bed linens, bath and beach/pool towels, beach chairs and umbrella, ironing board and iron, hairdryers, vitamix. Twice-weekly maid service which includes cleaning, doing the dishes, change of linens & towels. If you need more maid service please enquire.
As you probably know, you can stay for 2 weeks and not visit all of Sayulita’s restaurants. There’s a wealth of beach activities, including Sayulita’s own world-class surfing, plus horseback riding, nearby snorkeling, whale-watching, ATV tours, bird watching tours, hiking, mountain biking and canopy/zipline tours.
Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any questions or to request a reservation.
See you on the beach!
Gary.

This 5 Bedrooms Villa provides accommodation with Private Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, for your convenience. This Villa features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Villa has 5 Bedrooms and 4 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Villa has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in North End. Enjoy your stay in North End at this Villa.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 4 bathrooms
Bedroom
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Ice maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Blender
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Car available
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Power boating nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
General
  • Unit size: 2600 sq ft (242 sq m)
  • Spanish
  • English
  • In the city center
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • In a village
  • Desk
  • Computer monitor
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's games
  • Travel crib
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Chef
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
  • Garden
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
Spa
  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Irving M.
Jan 11, 2026 02:10:12 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Amazing house in a great location. It had everything we needed for a multi generational family vacation.
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FAQ's

Is this North End villa pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the North End villa have a swimming pool?

Yes, this North End villa has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in North End villa?

Best-rates for the North End villa starts from $871 per night with includes Internet, Kitchen, Wellness Facilities, Air Conditioner, TV, View, Private Pool, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Security/Safety, Pool, Ocean View, Guest Services, Breakfast, Bedding/Linens, Parking, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Laundry, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is North End villa a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the North End villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the North End villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the North End villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the North End villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for North End villa?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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