Antoine de Saint-Exupry once wisely noted that “what makes the desert beautiful is that somewhere it hides a well.” The author’s classic quote can be literally applied to the luxurious communities of Del Mar Development, an exclusive oasis clustered on the southern tip of the Baja California peninsula.
In Del Mar’s privileged paradise of luxurious residential lots, nature and luxury are constants that define and blend harmoniously. Lush palm trees, blue skies, and the magnificent Sea of Cortez envelop each opulent colonial-era villa, all complemented by the finest contemporary furnishings, fixtures, and amenities.
Each home reflects the spirit of rustic tradition and sleek modernity. Grand arches, terraces, columns, and balconies of old Spanish Mexico meet contemporary infinity pools, hot tubs, outdoor grills, and world-class lounge bars. Nature and luxury; Romanticism and comfort.
The grounds are arranged around one of the Los Cabos mountains in a way reminiscent of ancient Mediterranean villages, with some villas lining the pristine white-sand beach and others carved into the mountainside. Perched high above, like a lofty eagle, is Casa Fryzer, the jewel in Del Mar’s crown, a stately and stately structure coveted by industry leaders, media moguls, and celebrities.
Built around the surrounding natural rock formations, the opulent Casa Fryzer blends seamlessly with its surroundings, overlooking the entire resort of Del Mar and Baja Bay, with stunning, unobstructed views of the Sea of Cortez. Up here, the dominant color is blue, in all its variants. It is where the sea meets the sky.
Casa Fryzer’s exterior is intricate stonework, with an expansive fortress-like quality, bold arches and colonnaded terraces, leading to a magnificent infinity pool adorned with lounge-bar islands on each side and fire pits perfect for unforgettable evenings. . The inspiring design, as with other villas at Del Mar, embraces the natural bounties of its surroundings: the deep blue of the spacious infinity pool blends seamlessly with the Sea of Cortez and the sky, creating a surreal sense of living in a blue paradise.
This exquisite property features five bedrooms, a private theater, a fully equipped gym and a lavish wine cellar.
The interior focal point of the villa is its rotunda-style living room, with a high wood-beamed ceiling and floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that lead directly to the main terrace and allow spectacular views of the pool, sea and heaven.
The decoration is a fusion of styles that evokes a feeling of comfort and warmth. The interior is spacious but cozy. Each room has access to the outside through sliding glass doors that lead to terraces equipped with sun loungers. The design of the house appears to be inspired by open spaces and as such each room seamlessly merges with the outdoors, adding to the feeling of spaciousness, openness and aquatic exuberance.
It is an understatement to describe this amazing villa as majestic. Casa Fryzer’s unique combination of interior comfort, luxury, exterior elegance, and fluidity of space makes it the true jewel of Mexico.
Heading toward the beach, we see more of Del Mar’s luxury communities, including the famous Villas Del Mar, which sit along a two-mile stretch of pristine beach. Carved into the hillside, with spectacular ocean views, is Espiritu Del Mar, a new relaxing retreat with community spaces, including open green parks, a citrus orchard, manicured gardens, and miles of walking trails. The private Ocean View Oasis Palmilla, with one acre grounds, overlooks the Palmilla Golf Course.
These exclusive enclaves enjoy the comforts of a five-star resort. Residents have access to the private beach club, Club Ninety Six, where they can enjoy luxurious infinity pools, wine cellars, fine dining, delicious poolside dining, beverage service, a lounge bar, and various water sports.
At Club Espiritu, residents enjoy the benefits of a private fitness center that offers high-end gym equipment, fitness studios, and spa services. This hillside retreat boasts panoramic views of the sea and surrounding mountains. It’s also the start of more than three miles of walking trails.
Guests can also use One&Only Palmilla Hotel’s services, including spa services and dining at any of the hotel’s indoor and outdoor restaurants.
Del Mar also features a 27-hole Nicklaus golf course that winds through the desert mountains and is fully accessible to guests. The Palmilla Golf Club is known for its gentle slopes, wide fairways, and large but challenging greens.
In addition, guests have access to The Palmilla Tennis Club, the only facility of its kind in Mexico: it features two Har-Tru HydroGrid and three Plexipave courts, all illuminated by an environmentally designed lighting system that minimizes light pollution.
Del Mar Development, 877.847.1622, http://www.villasdelmar.com
By Anja Bojku