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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Puerto Vallarta, JAL
Olas Altas Street
Place, Olas Altas Street
‪5 min walk‬
Playa de los Muertos
Place, Playa de los Muertos
‪7 min walk‬
Los Muertos Pier
Place, Los Muertos Pier
‪7 min walk‬
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
Airport, Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)
‪22 min drive‬
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 King Bed
5 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/
A castle on the hill, with stone walls 3 feet thick. One of a just handful of villas that are just a quick walk to the Romantic Zone. It evokes the feel of a Hollywood movie set. With elegance, style, & artistic touches everywhere.
This spacious (almost 10,000 sq. ft.), walled Tuscan stone villa overlooking Banderas Bay and the beautifully charming Old Town/Romantic Zone, is one of the rare private treasures where you can EASILY walk from your front gate to fabulous gourmet restaurants or funky joints surrounding the Romantic Zone and Old Town, the Blue Chairs of Los Muertos Beach, and the downtown Malecon.
Return to your huge pool deck, surrounded by total privacy, and have your own chef, access to an in-house masseuse & spa amenities, Meditate with private Yoga, high speed wireless Internet, Netflix, Apple TV, & streaming services. This is a walled, private estate looking out on PV and the blue Pacific. At night you can watch fireworks from the terrace.
Accommodating staff of 3 is included in rental. That means all needs are taken care of. You can have poolside cocktail service at your whim. The staff is super personable, speaks English, and has been trained to be both invisible when need-be and by your side when needed. Chef services for breakfast included; Additional Chef services available for lunch/dinner for small fee.
The Villa was designed so that each bedroom has a comfortable, private area. Guests can choose to retire to a soul enriching space all their own, or join family & friends in the larger areas, for fun and festivities.
This delightful, elegant home was featured on THE HGTV network and for years was a favorite on the Vallarta Home tour. Think Porto Fino on the Mexican Riviera.
We know you'll love its style, elegance, and above all, it's soul.
Keywords: villa, Romantic Zone,5 bedrooms, 4 bedroom, puerto vallarta, walkable,mexico
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Property Registration Number dujo560311I2A
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Case by case basis. Subject to owner approval.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Puerto Vallarta
Located in Romantic Zone, a neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta, this villa is in the mountains and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas, while Los Arcos and VidantaWorld are popular area attractions. Vallarta Zoo and Splash Water Park Vallarta are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and cycling.
Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
‪Studs Bear Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪The Corner Bar - ‬5 min walk
‪Pancake House - ‬6 min walk
‪Los Otros Blondies - ‬6 min walk
‪Serranos Grill And Vista - ‬1 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/ have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
How much does it cost to stay at Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/?
As of 8 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/ on 16 Jun, 2026 start from S$1,538, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/ pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Majestic Tuscan Villa/Over ROMANTIC ZONE/Walk To Beach/Private w/Views/ located?
Located in Romantic Zone, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Manuel Lepe House Museum, Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. Malecon is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We highly recommend Casa Ileana! The hosts are great communicators and were very helpful with recommendations for our trip (restaurants, excursions, transportation, etc). We loved the layout, comfort and ocean view over the Romantic Zone. The chef and staff spoiled us with excellent meals, and helped us to arrange a snorkeling trip and picnic lunch. The location is ideal - it's an easy walk (or uber ride depending on your energy level) to the beach, boardwalk, restaurants, etc.
Casa Ileana is absolutely beautiful and extremely comfortable home to stay in while visiting Puerto Vallarta. The house was more than just our accommodation it was one of the best parts of our trip. The staff, Cristina, Jaime and Hiede were amazing, kind and so helpful. The breakfasts each morning were delicious and the two dinners the were prepared for us were phenomenal. We truly found a gem and highly recommend Casa Ileana as a great place to stay.
This was our second time staying at the Majestic Tuscan Villa, and it was just as wonderful as the first. The home is absolutely beautiful and perfectly located, making it easy to relax and enjoy the area. The staff consistently go above and beyond to make sure we have everything we need.Cristina’s food is always the highlight of our stay — truly exceptional. Jon and Sylvia are fantastic to work with as well, and incredibly prompt in responding to any questions.We will defienlty book again!
Visit to PV to get away from work and relax. The property was beautiful with great views of the city and the ocean. The staff was attentive and Cristina was an amazing cook. The meals were better than our trips to the restaurants nearby. Everything was just as we expected and we would definitely stay again.
Our group cannot stop talking about how amazing this house was. Incredible view, amazing pool, clean, comfortable, in a nice area, the staff was very accommodating, and the hosts are super friendly and responsive. Walking distance to so much. Will absolutely stay here again - cannot recommend it enough!!
Casa Ileana is a wonderful villa for a relaxing vacation. It is decorated beautifully. The pool, living room, dining, and kitchen flow together smoothly. There are 5 bedrooms. The view is of the ocean and setting sun. The walk to ZR and malecon is quick, although a couple blocks are very steep. The staff is friendly and accommodating. Owners answered all questions quickly. Highly recommend.
Cristina, Jaime, and Heidi made our stay so wonderful. I cannot recommend Cristina’s food enough—we looked forward to breakfast every day and she made a fantastic dinner for us one night. They all made our stay extra special, even putting up some decorations to celebrate our upcoming wedding. The view was beautiful and we loved every bit of our stay. Thank you Jon and Sylvia for all of the communication as well!
Every review that we read was exactly spot on. The pictures do not do it justice. The house was perfect for our group. The views are amazing and Christina is the best chef we’ve had at a Puerto Vallarta property. We will definitely return!
We brought our family to PV and spent 7 nights at this lovely villa. All of our adult children were very happy with the place. It was very comfortable, well appointed and had a killer location. The owner and staff were super helpful and Christina’s cooking was amazing. This is charming Mexico at its best.
Sally R.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
We are so tickled to hear this! Our staff takes great pride in seeing what our guests need and then doing whatever it takes to make that happen. We are blessed to live in one of the most desirable spots in Mexico. We hope to see you again!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Joe P.
11 Oct, 2018
Amazing weekend
The property, views and location far exceeded the advertising! The staff was exceptional and attentive to our every need without being intrusive.
A great time had by all. . .would absolutely return again.
Our family of 8 stayed at Casa Ileana for 5 nights in January. It was one of the best vacations we have ever had. The staff and owners were friendly, accommodating, and kind. The house was over-the-top beautiful and Cristina's cooking was better than anything we had in town. Short walk to Zona Romantica, shops, bars, and restaurants. Stay here!
The house was incredible. The pictures don't do the house justice. We spent every night at the pool enjoying the view.
Christina and her staff were very friendly and her food was delicious. We are already looking at planning a repeat trip.
For 6 adults and 3 children under 3, Casa Ileana was very spacious. There are private outside sitting rooms for quiet time. We enjoyed the large family area with large sofas and a dining area where we could all congregate. The pool was perfect for the little ones. Beautifully decorated. Thank you to the staff for the delicious food and their warmth. Guests with mobility issues may find the climb and stairs difficult to maneuver.
I wanted to give a quick shout out to Sylvia & her amazing team at Casa Ileana! Thank you for being so accommodating! Such a beautiful home w/ amazing people. My family & I enjoyed ourselves to the fullest!! 5 days was not enough! We will definitely be back soon 😎
Highly recommend if you're looking for somewhere to stay in PV!!
Ruby S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much Ruby. We really do understand that planning a vacation with lots of friends and family can be stressful. We do our best to make the process easy for you. That means we reach out to see what you might need before you even land. Groceries, airport transportation, special requests. Having those things handled frees you up for just the fun part!
We'll see you next time!
Wonderful stay in PV. The house is lovely - very interesting design/architecture. The staff is amazing - Cristina and Jaime made us delicious meals, and with Maria kept the house clean and tidy. We all looked forward to our breakfasts, and the afternoon drinks and snacks around the pool were a highlight of our day. It was a great place for a vacation with our kids and grandkids. One thing to note - the bedrooms vary in size, and some are ensuite, while others have bathrooms across the hall. This was not a problem for us, but something to be aware of. The host is super responsive - our inquiries were replied to almost immediately. They send an email with all the information you need before you arrive which is very helpful.They truly are Premier hosts. Would definitely stay again!
This property has so much character, very private, and plenty of space. I love that each room had its own private outdoor seating area and there was plenty of space to lounge around in. The beds were very comfortable.The service by the house staff was amazing- we arrived with a stocked fridge and bar with food and drinks waiting on us. They consistently checked in on us to see if we needed additional grocery or drink items so we never had to make a trip to the store, we had several breakfast and dinners prepared by Christina and they were lovely with no stress of finding a place to eat or planning a menu. Will stay here again!
A group of 8 longtime friends met in PV to get away, relax enjoy some warmth and to help celebrate my husband and I’s 20 yr anniversary.
The house was great, just like we remembered it from a previous stay, the location couldn’t be better for feeling away from it all, but still a shirt walk into town. Loved having the pool and the house staff. Christina and crew put together delicious breakfasts and appetizers every day. They catered a group dinner for us that was amazing too.
A couple minor issues: electric outage in the house and malfunctioning water heater were addressed immediately.
Highly recommend staying at Casa Ileana.
Carlos D. C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thanks Carlos! Great location translates to such a rich experience. That said, the privacy and spaces we've created at Casa Ileana invites you to stay home. Decisions, decisions-- stay in? go out?
Sometimes, however, stuff happens--like the power outage you experienced. We're proud of the staff that knows how to rally and handle these unfortunate surprises. Getting the electric department to do repairs within hours is a feat! We're just glad you and your friends weren't inconvenienced for too long. We look forward to y'all celebrating with us again!
Nine of us stayed here over New Years…us and our 4 20-something kids with their boyfriends/girlfriends. The house was so cool and unique, the pool nice and heated, walking distance to town (made it sooo nice- no car needed). The staff, Cristina, Jaime and Heidi were fabulous- cooking and cleaning and accommodating to our vegans in the group. The public spaces are open-air, so bring layers for evening just in case. There are unavoidable stairs, so I do not recommend this home for elderly folks! We absolutely loved our time, and the kids felt it was the best group vacation EVER so far! We agreed! What a treat. The lighting at night, interiors on dimmers, city and ocean view was magical and a great backdrop for gathering, games, and conversations. Casa Ileana is really unique and memorable.
The listing wasn't accurate. (It was actually so much better than we expected!)
We saw the pictures and read the description and were sold on the property. What we didn't know was that it was going to be so much better than we ever expected! This place is huge. There is plenty of space to have the exact vacation you want, whether it's quiet time or group time. Everything was clean, the decor a mix of traditional and interesting, and the views were great.
And the staff... A true delight. So friendly and welcoming. We had Cristina prepare our breakfasts (and our dinner the first night we arrived). With a group of 9, not a single complaint from anyone. The food was delicious! An easy recommendation if you are looking at this listing. We had a few dietary restrictions but they were easily accommodated.
As someone who has visited PV several times and stayed in many different places, this was definitely among my favourites and I highly recommend.
January 2022 was our second stay at Casa Ileana, April 2017 being our first. Cristina, Sylvia and Axel greeted upon arrival with Fresh Guacamole, Pico de Gallo and Axel's ridiculously Amazing fresh Margaritas, no mixers here! Cristina the house manager and chef prepared a variety of authentic Mexican breakfasts, Sylvia cut up and presented a beautiful fresh fruit tray and Axel made fresh squeezed orange juice EVERY morning. We enjoyed the pool and the view of the Bay of Banderas is spectacular. I can’t say enough about the staff, they’re lots of FUN! They were all attentive, and we never wanted for anything. Our rooms were clean and comfortable when we arrived and cleaned daily. We did have the staff stay 3 evenings to prepare dinners and they were incredible. The beach, shopping in old town, dining, bars/nightlife and entertainment are all in walking distance or a short cab away. We’re home sick already and are looking forward to coming back. Brian & Peter
Brian B.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Brian--Everybody loves you guys! See you next time...
What a wonderful experience at Casa Illeana! All of the reviews regarding the food and service provided by Cristina, Axel, Jamie...everyone - are true! However being there to celebrate my sisters wedding as well as a birthday it was the extra effort that really made this a 5/5! Handmade paper decorations, birthday cake and music, towels folded into swans lining the pool, balloons, flowers- they went out of their way to make it a special day. Dealing with Jon and Sylvia was a pleasure. They were very quick to respond and so helpful with arranging our transportation to and from the airport as well as recommendations for a wedding spot on the beach (thank you Axel for finding us a truly private place!). We took advantage of the massage service and the people who came to the house were professional and gave a fantastic massage. When we left it was as though we were saying goodbye to friends. I hope we will meet again!
Alanna d.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thanks so much Alanna. Our team works hard to make sure all the details are covered. You only get one chance to make an occasion special. Cristina trains the staff so well.
Keep those special requests coming-- we'll do whatever we can to make it happen. Seriously, our goal is to make sure that by the time our guests land, everything is arranged and you only have to worry about enjoying life.
What can I say that has not been said? The place is beautiful and the pictures don't do it justice. The staff is amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
There are a couple of minor issues I would like to mention. The location is near the action in the RZ but it is a steep climb up the hill. Fortunately, Uber's and taxi's are cheap and plentiful but even once you get to the entrance there is a bit of a climb up the driveway and then a flight of stairs. Something to keep in mind if you have someone with mobility issues.
Also, there is a new high rise going up in front. It didn't cause any issues for us but it does spoil the view a bit.
These are minor issues and my entire group said they would like to stay here again.
Chuck M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept, 2023
Thanks Chuck!
We thoroughly enjoyed working with you in the lead up to your stay, of course, the staff was tickled to have you all here.
Yes, you will definitely get your exercise here. We are on a hill overlooking the city. Never been a problem, but you are right, mobility issues could be a challenge. We do try to warn folks who have mentioned mobility issues before they book.. All who decide to come anyway, don't regret it, which speaks to the lovely living once you get upstairs.
Puerto Vallarta is such a lovely destination and as most desirable places, it's undergoing a growth spurt. There's virtually no place in town that hasn't been or isn't currently affected by that growth. We have not escaped the change in landscape either. That said, we have maintained a lovely view of the bay, the city and across the bay to Punta Mita.
We do hope to see you all return soon. As they say, mi casa su casa!
About the host
Hosted by jon duncanson
Award winning television journalists Jon & Sylvia have traveled the world and bring that sensibility and experience to this lovingly renovated stone villa. We've made this home modern, but keeping in mind the old Mexico ambience--so you feel the true spirit of this generous country. We regularly host CEO's, media personalities, families & major tour book editors. This is an elegant HOME...it does not feel like a 'rental property'. When you stay here, you imagine you're in one of the finest homes in the world looking at one of the best views on Earth. We love it. We hope you do, too.
Why they chose this property
We were sailing down the Mexican coast after 9 months at sea and pulled into Puerto Vallarta for the hurricane season. As a curiosity we started looking at the charming old homes downtown. Walking through the hills of Vallarta we saw this amazing stone villa looking out over the city, bay & ocean. We literally said, "wouldn't that be a cool place to live!" The next day, we found it was for sale. The moment we walked up the stairs and into the main living quarters, we were sold. Literally. Coincidentally, nearly every person who walks into this home has the same reaction.
What makes this property unique
The principal benefits are views, service, location & privacy. The layout of the home is designed to give each bedroom it's own private rest space, for the times when a guest wants to get away from even his or her friends or family. Read a book, take a nap, swing in the hammock. Yet, when it's time to come together, the indoor-outdoor living makes everything inviting. Above all, this home is one of the only big villas where you can WALK down into town and Los Muertos Beach within minutes. So if a restaurant urge strikes (and there are loads of great eateries nearby), you walk out the gate and you're there (or the beachfront, too)! We can arrange airport pickup and staff can direct you with any help you may need (and can get huge discounts on tours and packages).
Languages:
English, Spanish
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