VILLA LEONARDA

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. Located in the famous Gringo Gulch residential area of Old Town Puerto Vallarta, Villa Leonarda is nestled on the banks of the Rio Cuale, a picturesque river that meanders its way through the middle of down town.

A very historic home from the early days of Puerto Vallarta, designed in the traditional hacienda style, with all rooms opening onto a large central courtyard with heated pool and gardens.

Kitchen and baths are modernized while retaining the integrity of the original architecture. Vintage handmade tiles and hardwoods are found throughout.

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.

Rooftop sundeck with ocean views, perfect for sunset

• 4 bedrooms with A/C and private bath
• Heated pool
• Large central courtyard with lush gardens and breathtaking views of river, mountain and jungle Impressive art collection; designer furnishings and antiques
• Charming staff
• 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.
• Rates includes cook service for breakfast, 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 from 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 Events Welcome

Sleeps Eight Persons
SUMMER RATE THRU APRIL 2010
FREE NIGHTS MAY THRU OCT 2010 - 1 Night Free with 5 night rental, 2 nights free with 7 night rental
Ask about additional discounts for groups with less than 6 persons
Perfect venue for events and weddings
May 1 - Oct 31 US$ 500.00  -  Nov 1 - Apr 30 US$ 500.00  -  Christmas/New Year's US$ 950.00
Tax Included.