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Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere!

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Villa at night. Top left: Ivan's Bella Vista, Bottom left: Curiel's Retreat
Top Floor: Large door to Master Bedroom(Miguel's Mirador), 2 guest room doors
Beautiful sunsets from the villa
Master Bedroom has its own TV, Kitchenette, dining/work table, large terrace.
The heated saltwater pool is available 24/7. Bench seating inside along the back
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

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Puerto Vallarta
  • Popular LocationChurch of Our Lady of Guadalupe5 min walk
  • Popular LocationMalecon7 min walk
  • Popular LocationCuale Island7 min walk
  • AirportPuerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.)30 min drive

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere!

While we have been hosting guests since 2020 with outstanding reviews elsewhere, we are excited to begin working with VRBO in 2024. Villa Amistad is uniquely located in the heart of Puerto Vallarta in the Cerro/Centro neighborhood just steps away from the most popular activities that Puerto Vallarta has to offer. Easily walk to the Malecon, popular bars, beaches, restaurants, art galleries, and nightclubs.

The Villa greets guests with a blend of Mexican modern and traditional Vallartan architecture with walls of warm rich Mexican colors that become serene in the soft evening lights of the Villa. Tropical palms, flowering plants and vines are found throughout the property. The Villa's guests will be surrounded by traditional, indigenous, and one-of-a-kind paintings and folk-art pieces, handcrafted Parota wood furniture and doors created by local artisans, and beautiful Talavera tiles and pottery. The 6 bedrooms, each with an individual king bed and private en-suite bathroom, allow up to 12 guests to experience a home with a Mexican Vibe and all the comforts guests expect in a 21st Century stay. The king beds, with plush pillow-top mattresses are appointed in luxury quality 100% cotton Percale linens, extra pillows, and handloom woven blankets from Chiapas. Guests' comfort is maintained with ceiling fans and individual mini-split air conditioning. Full wall-to-wall glass doors, in the living areas, can be opened entirely to create beautiful indoor/outdoor living spaces on each floor, allowing plenty of natural light and refreshing ocean breezes to flow through the house. Stay connected with Puerto Vallarta's fastest available WIFI at up to 1GB(1000Mb/s) speeds throughout the entire property on a state of the art WIFI Mesh 6 network. We even have a secondary internet service provider in the rare event our primary provider should go down. Perfect for guests that must always be connected or work remotely. Our water is purified and pressurized onsite through our private 5-stage filtration system and delivered through new pipes and faucets. Allowing guests easy access to unlimited drinking water that many of our guests tell us tastes better than bottled! No need to buy cases of bottled water or large jugs. And no nano-plastic particles to worry about from bottled water! The villa is serviced by our own full-time staff, making sure the property is well maintained and cleaned during your stay.

The main Villa is located on two floors, Main and Top floor. The entry level below is where guests enter the property from the street by keyless lock. The entry level is where 2 of our staff reside in a completely separate apartment and where our housekeeping and office are located. The main level above has the 2 shared terraces with large outdoor dining table, lounge chairs, gas BBQ, and our ocean facing, heated, salt-water pool available 24/7. The Villa's two floors each have an open design living area and full-kitchen, 2-guest bedrooms and a Master Bedroom with its own separate balcony, seating area, small kitchenette, and work/dining table. The living areas also each have an ocean facing terrace.

Located in the heart of the origins of Puerto Vallarta, guests are able to walk right out the door to all of the favorite beaches, bars, restaurants, and venues in the Romantic Zone and Centro in minutes. The Malecon boardwalk is only about 4 blocks/5 minute walk from the Villa, and 5 of the top 6 restaurants in Puerto Vallarta are within 5 minutes walk. The famous Los Muertos Beach and other beaches are also walking distance. The heart of the gay nightlife is about 10 to 15 minutes walk from the Villa. Nowhere downtown is further than 20 to 25 minutes walk away. Uber, taxis and other rideshare services are readily available and very inexpensive. The hosts, who reside about a block away, are available to offer assistance and answer questions when requested and do not use the main property during the stay but, may be found on the property assisting the staff as needed or when guests require assistance. Having the staff and hosts nearby means that if something should happen, we can respond immediately. Laundry facilities with complimentary detergent, are available onsite and upon request.

The Villa was renovated with a modular design to allow it to be rented whole or as individual apartments. Each apartment is named after a close friend. Ivan's Bella Vista and Miguel's Mirador are located on the top floor. Curiel's Retreat and Jonathan's Lugar are located on the main level. You will see these names in the descriptions and photos of the bedrooms and other areas. Additional amenities not found in the apartments are available upon request, including several beach chairs and beach umbrella. Our concierge service, Faby, can assist guests with transportation needs and reservations. Guests receive a link to our digital guidebook after booking, with Faby's contact information and all the information you could want about the Villa and suggestions for restaurants, massages, hiking, grocery/shopping, activities, and general information about Puerto Vallarta. Our guests rave about it and we update it regularly.

Our neighborhood is where Puerto Vallarta began over 100 years ago. Many of the homes and streets have buildings dating back to when it was founded. You'll find the area is a wonderful mix of families that have been here for generations, along with expats, snowbirds, and vacationers. During the winter holidays, the streets below us are filled with nightly processions, the Dios de los Muertos decorations and Christmas decorations on the Malecon are just steps away and in May, the Pride Parade runs along the main street along the Malecon only 5 minutes walk away. Our guests tell us they love that they can easily go out on the town but, come back to a quiet retreat away from the noise and bustle. We host many single ladies and men at the villa of all ages and the one thing they tell us is that they feel safe staying here. Many of our neighbors are middle/senior single women.

Families with children are welcome and we have hosted many but, we wish to make sure that they know that the home is not childproof and there are known hazards including the pool has a drop-off behind it and no fence or gate. Windows open completely and stairs with no gates. The Villa also contains many easy to break or damage art pieces that cannot be replaced. Please inquire if you have more questions.

WEEKLY DISCOUNT: 10% discount automatically given for stays of 7+ nights. The final price reflects the discount taken.

MONTHLY DISCOUNT: 15% discount automatically given for stays of 28+ Nights. The final price reflects the discount taken.

We look forward to hosting your stay in paradise!

Full property (Apartments & Common areas) 4000 sqft/372sqm.

Property manager

Mark Roberts

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Puerto Vallarta

Located by the sea, this villa is in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, a neighbourhood in Puerto Vallarta. Cruise Ship Terminal and Nayar Vidanta Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Playa de los Muertos and Bay of Banderas. Los Arcos and Cotton House are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Puerto Vallarta

What's nearby

  • Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe - 5 min walk
  • Malecon - 7 min walk
  • Cuale Island - 7 min walk
  • Los Muertos Pier - 19 min walk
  • Cruise Ship Terminal - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco (PVR-Licenciado Gustavo Diaz Ordaz Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Yambak Puerto Vallarta - 5 min walk
  • El Colibri Cocktail Bar - 4 min walk
  • La Cappella - 5 min walk
  • Café des Artistes - 5 min walk
  • Vegan Ramen Mei - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Amistad-Entire Place Ocean Views, Serviced, Heated Pool, Walk Everywhere! located?

Located in Downtown Puerto Vallarta, this villa is within a 10-minute walk of Galeria Pacifico and Malecon. Church of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Mirador el Cerro de la Cruz are also within 10 minutes.

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About the host

Hosted by Mark Roberts

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Bienvenidos! Welcome! We are Mark and John, two best friends that moved to Puerto Vallarta together in 2018 from the San Francisco Bay Area. We were both looking for a warmer place to live with great restaurants, a fun atmosphere and lots of culture. We decided to give Puerto Vallarta a try and both fell in love with it. The Villa was found by accident and the seed of a dream began. We decided that we both wanted to live and work full-time in Mexico and running our own business would be the best way to make our Mexico dream a reality. On our free time we love to explore the area taking in both Urban and nature hikes. Our favorite place in Puerto Vallarta is the Botanical Gardens with its incredible plants, hiking trails and restaurant. We will never turn down a nice bottle of wine and love to try new foods and restaurants. The sunsets can be jaw dropping and the nightly fireworks that usually happen right in front of us never get old. We look forward to hosting you at our beautiful home in Paradise!

Why they chose this property

The El Cerro/Centro area is full of history and local culture displaying beautiful original homes of Vallartan architecture, where holiday processions take place, and families that have lived here for generations. The neighborhood is shared with expats, snowbirds, and tourists. A vibrant area conveniently walkable to all the popular spots in the Centro/Romantic Zone area yet, set far enough away to offer a peaceful retreat from the noise and bustle.

I found the Villa by accident while walking a friend's dog and saw the for sale sign. The location was perfect, ocean facing with refreshing ocean breezes, and a street with a Mexican feel to it. After a year and a half of intense demolition and renovations, Villa Amistad (Villa of Friendship) was ready. The unique modular redesign allows it to be rented as an entire home or individual apartments. Each apartment named after a close friend of ours.

Miguel's Mirador(lookout), Jonathan's Lugar(Place), Ivan's Bella Vista(Beautiful View), and Curiel's Retreat. The office/housekeeping is Luis's Escondite(hideout), and the staff apartment is Zeferino's Palacio(Palace).

THE CREATION OF VILLA AMISTAD:

Purchased the Spring of 2019, as Villa Pedregoso, it was one of the original large homes in the area and was 4 stories. It was in disrepair and required extensive renovations if it was going to become our home and business. The project took 1.5 years to complete. Walls were opened to provide for better views, walls and ceilings were reinforced. Windows were added and open walls were closed so we could install AC. Soundproofing materials, new plumbing, electrical, a water pressurization and filtration system for clean pure drinking water were installed.

The fourth floor was removed but, 2 large balconies were added to the third floor. A heated, salt water pool was installed. The construction enabled income for about 50 families during the Pandemic. Eventually we hope to build another apartment and/or rooftop terrace on top.

What makes this property unique

We moved out of the Villa in 2023 to an apartment a block away so that 2 of our employees, who lived about 2 hours away, could live at the Villa and not have to commute. Our staff are full-time and our closest friends. Our philosophy is to provide a middleclass wage and better life to our employees and to offer them opportunities that will improve their lives and their families. Our staff have a vested interest in our guest's experience and with us and them close by, we are able to communicate and respond quickly to guest needs or situations. We love to hear guest feedback directly as this gives us an opportunity to gain insight into their experience and to consider new ideas that we wouldn't gain from being absentee owners. We work to be proactive and not reactive in making sure the guest's experience is met or exceeded. Our team meets regularly to discuss improvements, where repairs and maintenance should be performed, and what amenities or services would make stays even better. We make it a point to use local products, promote local small businesses, and give back to our community.

Villa Amistad is one of only a few villas that are located in town and allows guests to walk out the door and easily walk to restaurants, beaches, and other popular spots. Most villas are actually located outside the downtown area or far up extremely steep hillsides requiring rental cars, taxis, or Ubers on a daily basis. Go out and have fun and walk back to a peaceful retreat where you can take in views of incredible sunsets, summer electrical storms, or watch whales splashing about in the winter. Unique amenities we offer include complimentary housekeeping, a heated saltwater pool (rare to find here), great tasting purified drinking water from the tap! Our showers provide endless hot and cold water under pressure!. And probably one of the best features is our central location where all of the popular spots in the Centro or Romantic Zone are only 5 to 25 minutes walk maximum.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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