
A quiet fishing village on the Pacific coast of Nayarit
The Location
Casa Desconocida is a four-bedroom retreat just two blocks from the beach in the quiet fishing village of Lo De Marcos, Nayarit. Designed for indoor-outdoor living, the house blends raw Mexican textures — lime-washed walls, hand-plastered stone, terracotta tile — with the effortless rhythm of Pacific coast life.
Lo De Marcos is the kind of place that moves at its own pace. A handful of streets, a golden beach, a few family-run restaurants. No traffic lights, no crowds, no rush. It's the anti-resort — a real Mexican village where fishermen still launch their pangas at dawn and the evening paseo brings neighbors to the plaza.
The village has a beautiful, uncrowded beach that stretches for miles, a small market, and a handful of beachfront eateries. It's the kind of place where you can spend a week without checking your phone, where the sound of waves replaces the noise of the city, and where the most important decision of the day is whether to watch the sunset from the terrace or the beach.
Explore
Pristine, uncrowded golden sand beach steps from the house
Charming town with art galleries, turtle sanctuary, and cafés
World-famous surf town with vibrant nightlife and dining
UNESCO-protected biosphere, hidden beach, snorkeling tours
Luxury peninsula with championship golf and fine dining
Family-friendly beach town with boat tours to the islands
Good to Know
Fly into Puerto Vallarta International Airport (PVR), a 45-minute drive south to Lo De Marcos. Taxis and rental cars are readily available at the airport.
November through April offers ideal weather — sunny, dry, and warm. May to October brings lush greenery and dramatic thunderstorms.
Lo De Marcos has a handful of beachfront restaurants serving fresh seafood. For more variety, San Pancho and Sayulita offer excellent options a short drive away.