Groups Of Friends Flock To This "Elite" Private Vacation Home In Cabo San Lucas, And After Staying There Myself, I Can See Why

Well, folks, summer is here.

And what better way to kick off summer than heading to the beach?

If you ask me, there’s not much that beats it.

Image of a stylish house with a pool used for Vrbo's "Vacation Rentals of the Year 2024" feature. The house has modern architecture and a luxurious pool area

I was offered a comp’d two-night stay in one of these homes for editorial consideration.

I had never experienced anything like this before.

What is this, one of my favorite Bravo showsBelow Deck?

Aerial view of a luxurious cliffside mansion with a stunning pool, terraces, and scenic landscape in a hilly coastal area featured in a travel article

You could hire a private chef for up to 25 people(!!).

Now, on to the actual house!

We arrived on Sunday afternoon, and I was immediately blown away.

A luxurious white villa perched on a rocky cliff in a coastal area, with a lit-up winding staircase leading to the entrance. Clear sky at twilight

It’s right next door to the Waldorf Astoria.

And when they said it was a “cliffside villa,” they were not kidding.

The trek in the car to get up to this house was intense.

Expansive cliffside villa rental listing with ocean view, sauna, pool, jacuzzi, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, daily butler, and various amenities. Priced at $2,600/night

Here’s a shot of the driveway leading up to the house.

Upon arrival, the house concierge and butler greeted us.

Here’s a more up-close shot of the view you’re greeted with from the living room.

A woman in a black bikini poses near an infinity pool with an ocean view from a coastal cliffside villa

I am almost at a loss for words.

Here’s a wider angle shot of the living/kitchen area.

In the kitchen area, I was slightly embarrassed to see the provisions I had requested beforehand.

Email confirmation from Cabo Platinum's host and concierge Patrick for an upcoming Casa Acantilado trip. Lists flight details, guest count, services, and travel advice

I also got two packs of Chips Ahoy!

cookies and two blueberry muffins.

Our concierge seemed amused that it was just the two of us.

Pre-stock grocery list divided into Non-Alcoholic Beverages and Liquor categories with columns for item, brand, and quantity. Note mentions a 20% service charge

A few weeks before, they had hosted a bachelor party for nearly 20 people.

Off the dining area was this seating area around a large TV.

Once again, this was a space we never needed but admired nonetheless.

Price chart for Platinum Services chef options, showing costs for breakfast, lunch, dinner, full-day, breakfast & lunch, lunch & dinner based on group size

The house also came with its own gym, of course.

While the entirety of this house was incredible, the main bedroom was truly something.

built into the cliffside.

Pricing for Butler and In-Villa Masseuse services. Butler: Full-Day $150 USD, additional hours $25 USD. Masseuse: $130-$260 USD for 60 or 90 mins, two or four hands. Gratuities and taxes not included

The only way to get to this balcony was through the main bedroom.

At night, we slept with the screen doors open to the sounds of waves crashing.

I can’t imagine a better white noise.

Exterior of a white, modern Mediterranean-style house with palm trees and a cobblestone driveway

Here’s a wide-angle shot of the private balcony.

This balcony also had steps leading down to another little private seating area.

Here’s the additional private seating off the main bedroom.

Scenic view of a cobblestone pathway in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with mountains and residential houses in the background under a cloudy sky

I also got to see several lizards!

Now, for the rest of the main bedroom.

It featured a king-sized bed (can you imagine if it was full-sized?

Exterior of a Mediterranean-style villa with a wooden arched door, plants, and a sign reading "65 CASA ACANTILADO," located in a travel destination

lol) with a direct view of the ocean, a gigantic bathroom, and a walk-in closet.

However, when I tried to use the bathtub, it didn’t work!

It could have been a user error, but I do know my way around a bathtub.

View through glass doors to a sunlit, vibrant patio with potted plants and a gate. The image showcases a serene, inviting outdoor space

Here’s a look at the main bedroom’s huge walk-in closet featuring my clothing.

They were lovely in their own way, but we never used them at all.

Casa Acantilado is composed of two separate buildings attached via the pool area.

Spacious modern living room with large windows showcasing an ocean view, comfortable seating, and stylish decor

This guest suite was located in the second building, off the pool area.

Now, for what I consider the main event: the POOL.

And lounge, I did.

View through large glass doors to a modern balcony with outdoor furniture, overlooking the ocean under a partly cloudy sky

Here are even more views of the pool.

I mean, it was a really picturesque pool.

And no, I will not delete them.

Spacious living room with modern decor, white furniture, and a view of the ocean through large windows. Shelves are built into the walls, and a wooden bench is in the foreground

And this was the hot tub, which was basically an infinity hot tub.

I did use this several times.

There was also an outdoor shower, which I sadly did not get around to using!

A white plate with two packs of Chips Ahoy! cookies and a brown paper sandwich bag with the receipt attached on a countertop

The home also has its very own sauna!

She arrived promptly at 11 a.m. and gave me one of the best massages of my life.

I struggle with terrible TMJ and neck and back pain from living with endometriosis and adenomyosis.

Modern, spacious dining area with glass table, black high-back chairs, and round light fixture, featuring ocean view and minimalistic decor

My tension headache was gone afterward.

As the sun began to set, we prepared for our 7 p.m. dinner and decided to sit outside.

Here’s what our dinner setup looked like as well.

Modern living room with a curved sofa, round coffee table, built-in TV, and a ceiling fan. The room features a brick dome ceiling and decorative pillows

The meal was absolutely incredible.

No part of me thought it wouldn’t be.

This meal was another “pinch myself” moment where I couldn’t believe this was happening.

Home gym with weight machines, benches, and a mirrored wall, surrounded by glass windows overlooking outdoor greenery

I try not to take it for granted.

Below is the tortilla soup and churros with mezcal chocolate dipping sauce.

Best tortilla soup I’ve ever had.

Spiral staircase with ocean view through tall windows, adorned with two framed octopus art pieces

But seriously, compliments to the chef!!

This food was so good.

Casa Acantilado was a slice of paradise that I feel genuinely fortunate to have experienced.

Spacious bedroom with a large bed, seating area, and floor-to-ceiling windows opening to a balcony with ocean views

Oceanview from a stone walkway winding around a cliff edge, overlooking a beach and expansive water horizon. No people are present

Modern white building with balconies built on a rocky hillside with cacti in the foreground, under a clear sky

A luxurious bathroom with an ocean view features a sunken black bathtub, modern fixtures, and large windows offering a stunning scenic vista

A luxurious, curved poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas overlooks a serene ocean view, adjacent to white modern architecture and cacti

Infinity pool overlooking a calm ocean, with blue tiles and a statue of a dolphin nearby. Sky is overcast, adding a tranquil atmosphere to the scene

Ocean view from a white and blue-tiled balcony featuring a decorative dolphin statue and a green bush. The balcony overlooks a vast expanse of water under a cloudy sky

A scenic view of a coastal resort featuring lounge chairs with umbrellas beside a lush green hedge, overlooking the ocean

A person enjoys an outdoor massage on a terrace overlooking the sea

Oceanfront balcony view with a clear sky, flying birds, and a distant horizon. There are lounge chairs and a flowering plant on the balcony

Menu items categorized: seafood-heavy "MAR DE CORTEZ," BBQ-focused "BBQ GEORGINA" with various dishes, and varied options under "THE SMOKE."

Outdoor seating area overlooking the ocean with a sofa, wine glasses, and utensils set on the table. A potted plant is visible by the railing

A bowl of corn salad topped with onions and spices, placed on a set dining table with a knife, fork, wine glass, and water glass

Sunset view over an ocean with rugged cliffside in the foreground, illustrating natural beauty and tranquility. No people or text present

A moonlit path leads to a white building on a hilltop, surrounded by lush vegetation and rocky terrain, under a cloudy night sky. Image fits travel category

Well, folks, summer is here.#

Now, on to the actual house!#

Here’s a shot of the driveway leading up to the house.#

Upon arrival, the house concierge and butler greeted us.#

Here’s a more up-close shot of the view you’re greeted with from the living room.#

Here’s a wider angle shot of the living/kitchen area.#

In the kitchen area, I was slightly embarrassed to see the provisions I had requested beforehand.#

I also got two packs of Chips Ahoy!#

Off the dining area was this seating area around a large TV.#

The house also came with its own gym, of course.#

While the entirety of this house was incredible, the main bedroom was truly something.#

Here’s a wide-angle shot of the private balcony.#

Here’s the additional private seating off the main bedroom.#

Now, for the rest of the main bedroom.#

Here’s a look at the main bedroom’s huge walk-in closet featuring my clothing.#

Now, for what I consider the main event: the POOL.#

Here are even more views of the pool.#

And this was the hot tub, which was basically an infinity hot tub.#

There was also an outdoor shower, which I sadly did not get around to using!#

The home also has its very own sauna!#

The meal was absolutely incredible.#