Palma Sola

It was the one beautiful palm, standing alone and swaying in the sea breeze that first caught the eye of Palma sola’s owner. Looking to find his very own beachfront retreat, that solitary palm, which overlooked the only natural island golf green in North America and stood before a swimmable beach in one of Mexico’s most exclusive destinations, Punta Mita, clearly marked the spot.

When looking for an architect, the owner quickly fell in love with the work of Manolo Mestre. Mestre was well known for designing the homes of famous clients such as Francis Ford Coppola and heiress Isabel Goldsmith, but the passion and intimacy clear in his designs was what truly spoke to the owner’s heart.

They got to work, building Palma sola with no expense spared. Juan Collignon assisted Manolo with the architecture, structural engineers were flown in from the US, 500 trees were personally selected from Mexico and designers Erika Krayer and Ofelia Uribe created timeless interiors, calling on handmade pieces to create a space in symphony with the natural environment. Mestre’s village-like, embracing design balanced the owner’s desire to bring together large groups of friends in inviting spaces while still offering an abundance of small private enclaves.

That first sighting of the majestic palm led to this beautiful sanctuary, where the world’s most sophisticated travelers surrender to relaxation, gracious care and the freedom to enjoy their life effortlessly. It might sound unbelievable but all great stories have to start weddings somewhere