10 Av Marlin Rincon del Afan San Jose Corridor BCS MLS #25-6030

Rincón del Afán: A Masterpiece of Desert Modernism.

Completed in 2019, Rincón del Afán is an architectural study in sensory luxury and environmental harmony. Anchored on a 1,480-square-meter corner lot between the prestigious enclaves of Palmilla and El Dorado, this residence is defined by its ”disappearing” boundary between the built environment and the rugged desert terrain. The structure employs a sophisticated floor plan where 11-foot ceilings and a pristine smooth yeso finish create a voluminous, gallery-like atmosphere. Every corner of the home is curated with feature walls specifically designed to showcase significant art collections, while Ojinaga marble floors run throughout, providing complete barefoot luxury and a cool, cohesive foundation that mirrors the tonal palette of the granite rocks found on the beaches of los Cabos.

The residence’s core design is a masterclass in light and air, featuring massive iron doors and windows in the living area that vanish to merge the interior with a sleek infinity-edge terrace with unobstructed mountain views. All the doors and windows were carefully placed to capture cross ventilation which keeps the house cool and extremely well ventilated. The gourmet kitchen, a focal point of artisanal craftsmanship, features hand-applied ceramic mosaics and opens directly to the pool terrace, facilitating a seamless transition to the outdoor dining spaces and a beachy resort vibe. Each architectural aperture is a deliberate choice; oversized windows are strategically placed to frame 180-degree mountain vistas and the daily spectacle of the sunset, while their orientation is engineered to shield the home’s interior from direct hurricane winds.

The home offers a highly functional and private layout, featuring four spacious bedrooms, each with its own ensuite bathroom, ensuring total comfort for family and guests. Additionally, two half-bathrooms are strategically positioned to serve the common and entertaining areas. A large water reservoir was built to provide assurance and comfort. The house is prepped for solar panels and only requires their installation. All of the equipment is energy efficient, providing for low operation costs.

Beyond the main residence is an evolving botanical sanctuary comprised of various terraces with lush xeriscape gardens. The grounds are punctuated by a collection of fruit trees, leading to a signature Baja-style firepit anchored by a magnificent, fully grown Cardón cactus, a mature Century Plant or Maguey agave. Descending from the firepit terrace the Agave Garden houses another terrace with a custom picnic area surrounded by a curated garden feauturing a collection of rare specimens, offering a unique and refined dining experience under the bright stars and surrounded by nature. It is truly a modern luxury where one can host a dinner or mezcal tasting party.

The residence includes fully realized architectural plans for a guest house, as seen in the renders, which could expand the compound by an additional three bedrooms while maintaining the integrity of the original design. The pad was built with the house and sits at the bottom of the lot. Security and exclusivity define the lifestyle at Rincón del Afán, with 24-hour roaming patrols providing a shield of privacy. Residents are afforded a rare sense of tranquility on a quiet corner lot with direct access to one of the most pristine swimming beaches in the world, as well as world class amenities nearby. This home is more than a residence; it is a private retreat that brings out the celebration of the Baja lifestyle and the pinnacle of desert modernism by the beach.