Location: Downtown (Viejo Vallarta), Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexican Riviera, Mexico (El Centro - 4 Blocks From the Malecon)
Accommodations: Villa, 5 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 6-10)
Keywords: House/Villa
“Imagine yourself in a world apart, an oasis of color and fragrance, trickling fountains, and candles that light your way through the courtyard. Imagine being awakened by cathedral bells and tropical birdsong. Your view upon first light is incomparable: the Pacific Ocean, framed by multicolored azaleas. This and more is Casa de la Torre.” – Dr. Terri Dobbs, University of Wisconsin - Madison
Casa de la Torre is located in El Centro, home to some of Vallarta's finest restaurants and art galleries. It is a signature property and is referenced in several guide books. The house is built of stone on many levels and has an open air Mediterranean feel with spectacular views and a secluded garden and pool area. Most everything is within walking distance.
This 5 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath house has 3 “master suites” but can accommodate 10 people comfortably. Each bedroom has an in suite bathroom. There is a full time maid and houseman. A cook is available upon request.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Murphy Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Ocean View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Studio apartment on top floor has queen bed, private bath and separate kitchen; i-Pod docking stations, Espresso Maker
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Shelling
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Low season ... $ 500/night
High season .. $ 800/night
Holidays ..... $1200/night
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
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- Casa de la Torre - Mexican Riviera House With Bay Views
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- Outdoor Terrace - Mexican Riviera House With Bay Views
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- Pool Area - Mexican Riviera House With Bay Views
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- Living area
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- Kitchen
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- Master bedroom
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- Master bedroom
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- Fireplace bedroom and stairs
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- Main floor bedroom
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- Fireplace bedroom balcony
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- Study bedroom
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- Breakfast terrace
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- Pool
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- Apartment bedroom
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- Our friendly maid, Chela
Traveler Reviews (19)
I can't believe I stayed here
Guest: KC
(san francisco, ca)
Date of Stay: 04/18/11
Review Submitted: 11/30/11
From the moment we got there, it was like stepping into a fantasy world. The pictures don't do it justice, everything is just immaculate. The location is beyond perfect, everything was within walking distance. It was so easy and wonderful to work with the owners, they made sure we had all the information we needed to have the perfect stay. The margaritas, salsa, and guacamole upon arrival was perfect. Honestly, I can't say enough good things about this castle, it was truely a dream to have been able to stay there even for only a couple days. I will definitely go back for family trips!!!
Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Life as it was meant to be
Guest: Herk
(Madison, WI)
Date of Stay: 06/27/11
Review Submitted: 08/11/11
Even from the street you can tell that through the door is a different way of living life than what was left (temporarily) behind. Chela and Martin then welcomed us into an amazing garden, spacious living area, and welcoming private spaces. The casa was kept very clean, especially considering it was the start of rainy season, and the pool was perfect. So many spaces could be private, even when sharing with another couple. The city did a good job with the new sidewalks and stairs outside. Wish we could make it down for the Pan American Games.
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
BACK AGAIN!!
Guest: kellymaymexico
(San Diego, Ca)
Date of Stay: 06/24/11
Review Submitted: 06/28/11
We just returned from our second trip to the castle in 5 months. Once again the place continues to amaze and I am sad to leave. I was welcomed by Chela and Martin, and I felt like they recognized my husband and I. We took our entire extended family with 9 people and there was plenty of room to move around and escape to privacy if needed. As usual the owner is and was, extremely easy to deal with and very accommodating. I will never stay in another place when I go to Puerto Vallarta. My only wish is that the same owner had a similar property in my other favorite cities in Mexico. I rent regularly and travel often and having an owner that appreciates your business and does everything to make you feel welcome is so refreshing. Once again CASA DE LA TORRE you have outdone yourself and our family is eternally grateful...
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children.
Rockridge Mothers/daughters
Guest: Sista's
(Vancouver, B.C.)
Date of Stay: 03/12/11
Review Submitted: 05/04/11
We had a mother/daughter Spring Break trip to the Casa and it could not have been more delightful. Pictures really do not do it justice as it is exquisite in style and comfort. We loved that the town was right at our fingertips and yet, behind that 'Old World' door, the noise, dust and humanity seemed remote!!! Martine kept the garden looking lush and amazing and Chela was a delight. We were made to feel at home and always welcomed our return to the Casa each time we left for an outing. As it was Spring Break the only small negative was that the discos were going strong and the very top floor was a bit noisy at night. All the other rooms, were not a problem. I would highly recommend this to everyone as it was so very beautiful and the location was perfect.
Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Unbelievable!!!
Guest: ATracy
(San Francisco)
Date of Stay: 04/07/11
Review Submitted: 04/13/11
WOW. I just got back from a 3-night weekend stay at the Casa with my 9 best friends for my bachelorette-we almost couldn't leave! We walked through the gates and literally started squealing like little girls-pictures don't even start to do this home justice. If you have any doubts about staying here, forget about them. Ten of us stayed here (more than) comfortably, and we thought it was a great deal. When we arrived there was fresh chips, salsa & guac, and margaritas already ready for us-so awesome after traveling for the afternoon! Amazingly this paradise is also in the middle of everything! Quiet but within a 5-min walk of everything you could want! Bars, restaurants, art galleries, shopping! Views are amazing, the house is impeccably decorated & the landscaping is decadent. I cannot say enough great things! Above all of this, the staff at the home was sweet & helpful, while the owner, Mark is extremely helpful and beyond generous. Everything was perfection. STAY HERE!
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
A Very Fine Finish
Guest: diane
(medford)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/07/11
I began and ended my three-month Mexico sojourn at the Casa de la Torre. My trip began with an incredible entrance and it deserved a fine finish. I was spoiled the first week of my trip and wanted to exit Mexico filled with fresh memories of the Casa de la Torre so I returned! It was the finest place I’d stayed in. Like a great wine, the casa is luscious, distinct and intensely beautiful. I was alone this time and although the house is better suited for groups, I felt comfortable in my relaxing solitude. I loved just resting and getting my thoughts together by the pool. It was hard to believe that the endless charms of Puerto Vallarta were just on the other side of the stone courtyard wall. It was like a secret garden. I love convenience I admit and liked the fact that anything and everything was just a threshold away. Photographs do not express the grandeur of the Casa. You can’t take a picture of a feeling. I can only tell you that the Casa de la Torre is delightful, stunning and extraordinary.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
A Magnificent Home Away from Home
Guest: Julie
(Arlington Heights, IL)
Date of Stay: 02/01/11
Review Submitted: 03/28/11
This rental property is truly a gift -- a treasure of a home that I felt honored to call my home for five days. Puerto Vallarta is a vibrant vacation destination with so many things to do. When I entered Casa de la Torre I felt tempted to just stay within its confines to enjoy everything it has to offer. The artwork, the fine furnishings, the linens, the landscaping, the fountains, the stained glass, the tilework, the views -- it was all magnificent. We did venture out and enjoy the city, but we truly did not need to in order to have a great vacation. I highly recommend Casa de la Torre without any reservation. You will not be disappointed!
Recommended for:Age 55+, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
One of a Kind Marvel!
Guest: Linda
(Chicago)
Date of Stay: 03/03/11
Review Submitted: 03/27/11
We have vacationed in Puerto Vallarta five times previously, but our recent stay at Casa de la Torre easily surpasses all our prior experiences. Imagine being surrounded by everything you love about Mexico, the arts, the culture, the food, the colors, the beach, and savor all of it from your own beautiful oasis, tucked away in the center of town. The six of us (2 couples and 2 singles) had plenty of room and privacy, each with our own unique spaces to enjoy. Chela and Martin, who works in the Villa, greeted us with homemade guacamole and margarita and made us feel right at home throughout our stay. Although we try not to think about work, it was a bonus to have easily accessible Wi-Fi all set up to use in a very comfortable setting. My favorite...the master bedroom shower!!! You have to see it to believe it. I felt like an ancient Greek goddess bathing in luxury! Thumbs way up does not even begin to describe this magnificent villa. You just have to check it out for yourselves. We know we would love to again!
Recommended for:Age 55+, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Better than any 5 star hotel
Guest: JJO
(Edina, MN)
Date of Stay: 02/03/11
Review Submitted: 03/03/11
My first visit to Puerta Vallarta and I never wanted to leave Casa de la Torre. This home is beyond beautiful in every detail, from the luscious plantings, the elegant but comfortable furnishings, to the luxurious bedrooms plus we had all the modern trappings from home -- WiFi and TV (which we never used) but it is available. Coffee and fruit every morning and margaritas and guacomole every afternoon provided by Chela and Martin. The home is centrally located in town so we were able to walk to restaurants, beaches and shopping. I highly recommend walking up the hills behind Casa de la Torre to view the town and ocean from a bird's eye view.
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway, families with teenagers.
Gem in the Heart of Town
Guest: kt
(Chicago, IL )
Date of Stay: 02/04/11
Review Submitted: 02/17/11
Imagine my surprise when I first entered Casa De La Torre to find a sprawling open air home right in the heart of the city, yet tucked away behind the "fortress" wall. We found a haven to relax and imbibe in. Casa de la Torre is not just a place to stay but is filled with all the comforts of home - and an American home at that - full sprawling kitchen, comfortable marble tiled baths all decorated with local but impeccable antiques and artwork that emphasize its grandeur. Located very near Café des Artists and around the corner from Mr. Taco, the best taco joint ever, you can’t beat the location. You can walk to the center, down to the water and beach and over to the Malecon. You will be planning your next stay before you leave for home.
Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, romantic getaway.
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