Jardin Escondido is Francis Ford Coppola’s family retreat in the trendy Buenos Aires neighborhood of Palermo. Guests enjoy proximity to Palermo’s boutiques, cafes, galleries, and nightspots.
Mr. Coppola lived at Jardin Escondido for two years while filming Tetro, which was released in 2009. The filmmaker was so enchanted by the house, the neighborhood, and Buenos Aires that he decided to open the home to travelers from around the world.
Jardín Escondido feels like a home away from home. The large house (two floors, with walled garden area) is available by the room, or on exclusive basis.
Jardin Escondido is filled with Mr. and Mrs. Coppola’s favorite Argentine sculpture, textiles, and handcrafts. A collection of Mr. Coppola’s films is also on hand.
Accommodations
The property features seven guest rooms, many of which are named after family members. The rooms are furnished with a security box, mini-bar, air-conditioner, writing table, hair dryer, bathrobes, yoga mats, and organic toiletries.
Guest Rooms
Francis Suite
The Francis Suite measures approximately 334 square feet, and is furnished with a king-size bed. This suite is located on the ground floor and looks out onto the house’s garden.
Ellie Superior Plus Room
Located in the garden house, next to the Francis Suite, the Ellie Room is where Miss Eleanor would sleep when Francis stayed up late working on the screenplay.
The Ellie Superior Plus Room measure approximately 291 square feet. It can be furnished with either a king-size bed or two twin-sized beds. The room is located on the ground floor and overlooks the house’s garden.
Roman Suite
This is the room of Roman Coppola, Francis and Eleanor’s son, when he came to Buenos Aires to visit his parents.
Roman Suite is 334 square feet and is furnished with a king-size bed. This room is located on the upper floor and overlooks the house’s garden.
Sofia Superior Plus Room
This room belonged to Sofia Coppola. She often went to Buenos Aires with her daughter Romy, while visiting her parents.
The room measures roughly 248 square feet and is furnished with a queen-size bed. It is on the upper floor and overlooks the garden.
Bolaño Superior Room
This room honors the Chilean writer Roberto Bolaño. A character from his work ‘Noturno do Chile’, inspired one of the characters in Tetro.
The Bolaño Superior Room is furnished with a queen-size bed. Measuring approximately 237 square feet, the room is located on the upper floor and overlooks the city.
Cortazar Superior Room
This room is named in honor of innovative Argentina author Julio Cortazar.
The Cortazar measures approximately 226 square feet. It can be furnished with either a king-size bed or twin twin-sized beds. The room is located on the upper floor and overlooks the city.
Nieta’s Studio
This studio was Mr. Coppola’s primary workplace. It is located on the second floor, above the Francis Suite.
This small room measures roughly 161 square feet and is furnished with a single bed. It overlooks the garden.
Amenities
Among the amenities at Be Jardin Escondido are:
- Plunge pool
- Private, walled garden
- Table games such as chess, backgammon, cards, and Jenga
- A collection of Francis Ford Coppola’s complete filmography on DVD, located in the living room
- Library
- A traditional Argentine barbecue grill (parilla)
- Filtered water stations
- Acoustic guitar
- Wine cellar
- Breakfast area (with light morning breakfast)
- On-call, English-speaking concierge
- Wi-Fi
Buenos Aires
It’s trend-setting and alluring, but Buenos Aires is not Paris. Though deeply influenced by European tastes and immigration, Buenos Aires has evolved beyond imitation. This is one of the world’s great cultural capitals, exporting cinema, fashion, music, and cuisine. The city’s museums—housing works by Diego Rivera, Wifredo Lam, Frida Kahlo, Jorge de la Vega—are among the hemisphere’s best.
Other attractions in Buenos Aires include:
- Polo
- Futbol
- Performing Arts
- Botanical Gardens
- Architecture
- Street Art
Buenos Aires is a complex city of distinct neighborhoods, each with its own texture and personality. Pedestrian zones crisscross the capital, filled with smartly-dressed couples, and street performers. Parks and plazas serve as community gathering places—venues for picnickers, political activists, and amateur futbolistas.
Most of our clients stay three or four nights and often return for longer stays on their next trip to Argentina. Over the years, we’ve assembled a collection of trusted friends—ambassadors, really—who open the city to our clients, helping them access the city’s leading galleries, studios, workshops, and kitchens.
Since 2006, LANDED has arranged privately-guide touring and experiences within Buenos Aires. Whatever your interests, we’ll make the introductions. Speak with one of our expert travel designers today.
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