Vintage Hollywood in Puerto Vallarta Mexico – Villa Leonarda

$2450

per week

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General Location

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Details

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Sleeps: 10
Handicap Accessible: No
Pets Allowed: Yes, small dogs
Amenities: cook and maid service daily except Sunday, heated pool, fountains, easy walk to all points in Old Town Vallarta

Description

BEST DEAL IN VALLARTA! FAMOUS GRINGO GULCH VILLA OFFERS YEAR ROUND DISCOUNTS
**SUMMER RATE EXTENDED THRU WINTER 2010** (Does not apply to Christmas week)
**FREE NIGHTS IN LOW SEASON**
1 Night Free with 5 night rental, 2 nights free with 7 night rental – for dates booked May thru Oct 2010
• Ask about additional discounts for groups with less than 6 persons
• Perfect venue for events and weddings

**Available at 4 and 5 bedroom rates, see below**

One of the great classic villas from the jet set days of the 1960s, recently updated with an urbane sophisticated style and upscale art and furnishings, Villa Leonarda evokes a glamorous age when Hollywood ruled Puerto Vallarta. Behind the stately hacienda walls, you will step into a magical world of beauty, charm and grace.

Villa Leonarda is tucked away on the lush banks of the Rio Cuale, a picturesque mountain brook that meanders its way through the middle of down town. Located in the highly desirable Gringo Gulch residential area in Old Town Puerto Vallarta, a must stop for local tour guides, the captivating scene is a quaint Mexican neighborhood next to a beautiful river valley surrounded by jungle covered mountains. This timeless setting creates a unique and intimate cultural experience for your Mexican vacation.

A very historic home from the early days of Puerto Vallarta, designed in the traditional colonial style, with all rooms opening onto a huge central courtyard with heated pool, fountains and gardens that overlook river, mountain and jungle. Ocean views and sunsets can be enjoyed from the expansive rooftop terrace.

Three foot thick stucco walls, arches, high ceilings, trestle doors, hacienda style wooden shutters, antique wrought iron and vintage hand made tiles are the distinctive design details of this century old master piece. The villa has been completely renovated in recent years; the bedrooms have air conditioning, kitchen and baths have been modernized – all while retaining the integrity of the original architecture.

The romantic bedrooms are hung with flowing muslin and mosquito netting; the decor is artistic and chic. Antiques and unique period pieces are mixed with imported furnishings and original paintings by famous artists, all set against large palms and dramatic lighting. The ambience at night is often described as “magical.”

The original owner was a famous clothing designer and close friends with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Villa Leonarda was a celebrity hangout during the 1960s and the mystique lives on; it is still a gathering place for artists, writers, movie stars and intellectuals. Angelica Huston and brother, Danny Huston, have attended VIP cocktails hosted at the villa for the Puerto Vallarta Film Festival, following in the footsteps of their famous director father, who used to play poker with friends around the pool. Internationally acclaimed artist Alejandro Colunga and photographer Gabriel Figueroa, Jr. are also frequent guests at the villa.

Property includes:
- 5 bedrooms with A/C and private bath,
- Available at 4 and 5 bedroom rates, see below
- 4 bedroom rate sleeps 8 persons
- 2 bedrooms with terrace, 1 bedroom opens onto a lovely pool area with fountain, 1 bedroom overlooks the river
- Huge central courtyard with heated pool, fountains and lush gardens
- Breathtaking views of river, mountain and jungle
- Large Rooftop sundeck with ocean views, perfect for sunset
- Impressive art collection; designer furnishings and antiques
- Charming staff with many years of experience
- Local cable TV, DVD and stereo sound system with speakers in living area and courtyard/pool area
- Wireless internet
- Partial staff with cook and maid service daily except Sunday and holidays. Rate includes cook service for one meal per day, breakfast or early lunch, dinner service extra. Tips and cost of food and beverage not included.
- Great central location in the heart of Old Town Puerto Vallarta, within blocks of world class dining, shopping and popular Los Muertos Beach. Three blocks to the Malecon boardwalk and main plaza.
- Climbing Puerto Vallarta’s hills is not necessary at this villa; Leonarda is located on a flat street next to the Rio Cuale in the center of Old Town.
- Kid friendly, few stairs on main level
- The perfect venue for events and weddings, please inquire
- Rate includes tax