Casa Sofia

Architectural Outpost Clinging to a Private Cliff in Puerto Rico

Built by an award-winning local architect in a sleek, minimalist style, this modern architectural outpost clings to a private cliff on a half-acre lot along the north coast of Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. The gated villa offers over 100 linear feet of unobstructed Atlantic Ocean views, and soars in and of itself, boasting 12-foot ceilings and loads of natural tropical light.

Cut through with skylights and oversized sliding doors and windows, the home’s five bedrooms feature dedicated workspaces and private, hotel-style baths with L’Occitane products. The kitchen is equipped with state-of-the-art appliances and opens to a dining room for 10, and the outdoor living terrace includes a built-in barbecue and dining zone, plus a heated infinity pool with views of the ocean. The primary bedroom also includes a private sunset balcony overlooking the ocean. There are yoga mats and the option to hire a private yoga instructor or local chef as added in-home services.

Around

This villa is located on the west coast of Puerto Rico in Aguadilla, this part of the coastline promising passing dolphins and humpback whales and sunsets to take your breath away.

Aguadilla is best known for its beaches, its waves drawing surfers to Crash Boat Beach, one of the island’s most iconic locations, or Wilderness Beach, Wishing Well and Surfer’s Beach, each known for its particular swells and varying levels from beginner to expert. Snorkeling and scuba diving are also popular on Crash Boat Beach, with local guides and outfitters on hand. And non-surfers can try SUPs, horseback riding on the beach, or simply swimming in the bright blue waters.

Beyond its fierce waves, Aguadilla is known for its clifftop golf course, the Punta Borinquen Golf Club, dating from 1940. The Camuy River Cave Park are both easy drives from the villa. And the Ruinas del Faro, or the Borinquen Point lighthouse ruins, reveal Spanish influences from the late 1800s. The town offers a laid-back surfers’ vibe, dozens of restaurants, simple taverns and street food outlets, and a farmer’s market overflowing with tropical fruit and vivid sweets.

Location

Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Nearest airports: Aguadilla (BQN, 5 minutes), San Juan (2 hours)

Best time to visit

Year round