Romantic Zone, best location; with daily maid and cook service included! | Villa in Puerto Vallarta

9.6 (46 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   6 Bedrooms  7 Bathrooms  12 Guests
Downtown Puerto Vallarta Villa | Romantic Zone, best location; with daily maid and cook service included!

6 Bedroom Villa in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, Puerto Vallarta

Villa Leonarda is a riverfront property located at the heart of Puerto Vallarta in the artsy neighborhood known as Gringo Gulch, just a few blocks from the Romantic Zone and Playa Los Muertos. Local hardwoods, adobe bricks and handcrafted tiles make up the organic structure of the house where period pieces of furniture alternate with artwork signed by renowned Mexican contemporary artists.
The Villa consists of two buildings one with 3 bedrooms and the other with two bedrooms, each with ensuite bathrooms, separated by the heated swimming-pool, and a large spacious central patio surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, enhanced by the sound of the river rushing by.
It is ideal for sunbaths and pool parties during the day, and candlelit dinners and cocktail parties at night.
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 handmade 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 updated - all while retaining the integrity of the original architecture.
The romantic bedrooms are hung with flowing mosquito netting; the decor is eclectic 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 ambiance at night is often described as “magical”.
The original owner, Xavier de la Torre, was a famous clothing designer close friends with Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Villa Leonarda was a celebrity hangout during the 1960’s 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 each equipped with A/C and ensuite bath
-Huge central courtyard with heated pool, fountains and lush gardens
-Chef services available upon request
-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
- Wireless internet
- Maid service daily except Sundays and holidays.
- Great central location in the heart of Old Town Puerto Vallarta, within blocks of world class dinning, 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
-Rate includes cook service for breakfast or early lunch. Tips and cost of groceries and beverage are not included. A menu of traditional Mexican food is available for you to chose
- The perfect venue for events and weddings, please inquire as an event fee applies
*The 6th bedroom will be offered when there are over ten guests. (price does increase)

This 6 Bedrooms Villa provides accommodation with View, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, for your convenience. This Villa features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental Villa has 6 Bedrooms and 7 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this Villa has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta. Enjoy your stay in Downtown Puerto Vallarta at this Villa.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Shampoo
  • 7 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen island
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only outdoors, no smoking indoors.
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Activities
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Water park
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
Entertainment
  • Music library
  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 6000 sq ft (557 sq m)
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Near a zoo
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
Guest Services
  • Highchair
  • Stair gate
  • Children's games
  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Chef
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Concierge services
  • Phone
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
Spa
  • Private pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Massages

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 12:00 pm
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: babysitting services available at an extra charge.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings;maximum event attendees: 12;no additional accomodation/ sleeping arrangements
Pet Policy
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) note from host: pet fee applies. staff not responsible for pets. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation welcoming dogs and cats only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas;only outdoors, no smoking indoors.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: no additional accomodation/ sleeping arrangements parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 12 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Josh H.
Sep 15, 2025 03:05:15 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: We had a wonderful time. I felt like we were in the jungle and the river near by is very soothing to hear. Josefina and Dyna were wonderful cooks. Very walkable location and great entertaining space.
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