PHOTO: Every villa comes with a private plunge pool, outdoor dining area, patio and beachfront.

More than 50 years ago famed American actor Marlon Brando fell in love with French Polynesia and its people while filming “Mutiny on the Bounty” in Moorea. He ended up marrying Tarita Teriipaia, a Tahitian actress, who costarred with him in the movie, and having two children with her, Simon Teihotu Brando and Tarita Cheyenne Brando.

In 1964, Brando purchased his own private island, Tetiaroa, an atoll surround by coral reefs just north of the island of Tahiti, for what today would be a few hundred thousand dollars. The reclusive actor made it his personal retreat, an oasis where he could get away from the paparazzi and the spotlight of Hollywood. He even built his own small hotel with several bungalows to house his visiting friends and family.

Nearly 15 years ago Brando decided to turn his island into an exclusive, eco-resort in partnership with Richard Bailey, chairman of Pacific Beachcomber resorts in Tahiti and now Paul Gauguin Cruises. But Brando died in 2004 before the project was fully realized and it took nearly 10 years to complete it after his death. The Brando family still owns the island as part of a trust, and two Brando family members, his son Teihotu and his granddaughter Tumi, still live and work on the island.

In July the $200 million property finally opened and stands poised to be a top destination for celebrities and the rich and famous for years to come. In fact, such celebrities as Leonardo DiCaprio and Barbara Streisand have already spent significant time at the resort. Now it’s being positioned for high-end honeymooners, romantic couples and even families and groups of friends, since its very private accommodations can house all of these guests.

The Brando is exclusive and inclusive, with 200 staff, overseen by General Manager Silvio Bion, to serve a maximum of 80 guests. Indeed, the Brando is one of the most expensive all-inclusive properties in the world at a minimum of nearly $3,800 per couple per day. But the services and amenities you get for that price might just make the resort a real value. Here’s a rundown of what the property offers:

Accommodations: The resort features 35 oversized villas, including 30 one-bedroom villas (suitable to house up to four); four two-bedroom villas; and one three-bedroom villa. Still to come are another 20 residential villas, with construction slated to begin in January.

One-bedroom villas, measuring 1,033 square feet each, feature high ceilings, a sitting room furnished with comfortable chairs and a large sofa; a media room with another large convertible sofa, a large flat-screen television and a desk with U.S. plugs; a large safe, stocked mini-bar and coffeemaker.

The bedroom has an oversized king bed with views of the sea through a picture window or another flat-screen TV that can be raised in front of that window. A large walk-in closet connects the bedroom with the bathroom. The bathroom features two designer sinks, a large shower and an outdoor bathtub set behind a wooden screen. The deck leads to a private plunge pool, a thatched-roof-covered outdoor dining area, and a large beachfront with sunbed.

Two-bedroom villas, each measuring 1,808 square feet, add a combination living room with dining room seating six, and a nearly full kitchen. The three-bedroom villa, measuring 2,648 square feet, is designed for larger families or groups of friends. The third bedroom is separated from the main villa by a walkway and includes its own dressing room, bathroom and outdoor bathtub.

PHOTO: Bob’s Bar at The Brando offers complimentary drinks and light fare for lunch.

Dining: Meals are prepared to order by executive chef Antoine Soots, who is also a sous-chef for Guy Martin of the Michelin two-star Le Grand Vefour, a consultant for the resort’s two restaurants, the more formal Les Mutinés for dinner and the more casual Beachcomber Café. Or you can simply have all meals delivered to your room with the resort’s 24-hour room service.

The cuisine is certainly very French, but is also accented with Tahitian flavors and local produce. There’s even honey at breakfast made by a dedicated beekeeper from hives on the island. Soft drinks, wine and beer are also included throughout the day. There are some high-end wines that do carry a price, but the wines that are included are great selections.

Other popular venues for drinking and meeting other guests include the Te Manu Bar, featuring spectacular views of the lagoon. Then there’s the beachside Bob’s Bar, named after one of Marlon Brando’s friends and his assistant on film sets.

Spa: What’s unusual even for an all-inclusive is that there is one spa treatment per day per villa included in the price as well. And the Varua Polynesian Spa itself, which is spread out in separate bird’s nest-like huts and other buildings in the interior of the island, offers some of the most serene and pleasurable experiences on the island. Not surprisingly, it specializes in treatments unique to Tahiti, many of which are available on a complimentary basis.

Located on a pond in the heart of the main Motu Onetahi, the spa is set in an area of Tetiaroa where Tahitian royalty once retreated to relax and indulge in beauty rituals. The spa offers holistic treatments inspired by ancient Polynesian traditions coupled with modern techniques. There are private massage and treatment villas located around the pond, steam baths, a tea and relaxation lounge overlooking the pond, a yoga shelter and a special spa suite for couples set high in the palm trees.

Excursions & Activities: One other thing that’s included in the daily rate is one excursion per day per guest. This includes the Ultimate Island Tour, where guests take a large, narrow draft speedboat to visit different parts of Tetiaroa, including a motu featuring thousands of birds, coconut crab, hermit crabs and other species.

PHOTO: One part of the lagoon on Tetiaroa has been dubbed the ”billionaire’s pool“ by a famous guest.

Guests can spend time snorkeling in the shallow water and then sail over to a cove inhabited by small sand sharks. In that same cove, they can bask in a special mud that softens the skin and swim in what Leonardo DiCaprio has already dubbed the “Billionaire’s Pool,” a shallow, light blue-water part of the lagoon that’s indeed one of the most exquisite “pools” you’ll ever swim in, surrounded by the motus of Tetiaroa.

Not surprisingly, activities are focused on the natural environment. Guests can go snorkeling in the coral gardens and entire lagoon. They can explore the lagoon by kayak or Polynesian outrigger canoe. They can explore Motu Onetahi on a naturalist trail. They can take scuba lessons in the lagoon and go ocean scuba diving outside the reef. There is also tennis, biking, a fitness center and an aqua gym.

Sustainability: Brando himself developed many of the ideas that make this resort sustainable. For example, there’s a Sea Water Air Conditioning (SWAC) system, a Brando idea, which harnesses the ocean to provide low-energy, highly efficient cooling for all the resort’s buildings. Solar energy produced from photovoltaic solar panels along the airstrip provides over half of the resort’s remaining energy needs, and solar heating provides all of the resort’s hot water.

A biofuel power station, fueled by locally produced coconut oil, delivers the other half of the resort’s energy needs. To reduce carbon emissions, all resort vehicles are electric and bicycles are provided to guests. The staff lives in a series of energy-efficient buildings next to the airstrip. And there’s an area of the main motu that is used to harvest produce, like papaya, bananas, coconuts and other delicacies.

Rates: Through March 31, 2016, a one-bedroom villa (1-2 guests) is $3,790; up to two children under 12 are free, and children over age 12 are $455 per child. A two-bedroom villa (1-4 guests) is $7,580 and a three-bedroom villa (1-6 guests) is $11,371.

These rates include accommodations, all meals in all dining venues (select deluxe items are available at an additional charge); most beverages: bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and select wines, champagne and spirits; 24-hour in-villa dining; one excursion per person, per day, from a select list of options; one spa treatment (50 minutes) for one person per villa per day; free Internet access; one bicycle per guest; access to an outrigger canoe, kayak and paddleboard; and snorkeling equipment.

Getting There: Air Tetiaroa flies from Papeete in Tahiti in less than 30 minutes. Through March 31, 2015, roundtrip airfare for adults and children 12 and over is $377 per guest and children 2-11 are $191 per guest. Infants under age 2, seated on a parent’s lap, are $43.58. Starting April 1, 2015, to March 31, 2016, fares for adults and children 12 years and over rise to $754 per guest, children 2 to 11 years are $383 per guest and infants are $87.

For more information or to make reservations, call 011-689-40-866-366, email reservation@thebrando.com or visit www.thebrando.com.