Charming Historical Home Cuernavaca, Morelos Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 121389

Front of house "Casa Mariposa Blanca"

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Location: Cuernavaca, Morelos, Central Mexico, Mexico (1 hour from mexico city.)

Accommodations:  House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 3.5 Baths (Sleeps 6)

Casa Mariposa Blanca or House of the White Butterfly was once part of the XVI century Franciscan monastery, belonging to the Cathedral of Cuernavaca. This Cathedral was the first one erected in the New Spain by the Spanish conquistadors. Many original features of the colonial times are present in this house, from stairs to niches, tiles, doors and chimneys. Family Treviño (present owners) have maintained the charm of this house by furnishing it with typical Mexican furniture, crafts, paintings and lots of flower pots and greenery.

The view from the roof terrace is probably one of the most fascinating features of this house. The city centre is in full view as well as the mountains to the north. Best of all, the sun rise from amongst the two volcanoes (Popocatepetl and Iztacihuatl) is truly breathtaking. A great place to breathe and see the stars on a clear night.


LOCATION:
The house is located right in the middle of the historic centre of Cuernavaca on a small cobbled street, recently renamed after a local painter: “Jorge Cazares”. This street is closed to vehicles and only the cars of the Bishop and residents of Casa Mariposa Blanca are allowed through. The house faces south and is in between of the Bishop’s residence and the well-known Brady Museum. In front of the house is a small park called: Parque Revolucion.

LOCAL AMENITIES & CULTURAL SITES CLOSEBY:
Most cultural attractions of downtown Cuernavaca are just a few steps away, such as: Cathedral and complex of old churches, Brady Museum, Cortez Palace, Museum Cuahunahuac, Jardin Borda, Zocalo or Main Square. There are art galleries such as: Casona de Spencer and plenty of restaurants, shops and cafes nearby. There is a large supermarket called “Comercial Mexicana” two blocks away, following down avenue Morelos. There is a small bus station one block away (corner of calle Nezahualcoyotl) this bus station is called Pullman Centro and has services to Mexico City southern bus station: Taxqueña.

This secure, affordable and comfortable house is ideal for travellers that wish to experience "the city of eternal spring" and learn of the history and cultural activities that it has to offer. (All within just a few steps away!)

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• Amenities
  • Washer
  • Linens Provided
  • Garage: space for 1 car
  • Wood Fireplace: there are three in the house.
• Beds
  • King Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed (4)
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Balcony (3) : Roof terrace at the top of the property.
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: Mountains of Tres Marias and Volcanoes are in full view.
  • Monument View: The city centre is in full view from roof terrace.
• Communications
  • Telephone: Guests are free to make local calls.
  • Broadband Internet: There is broadband available for guests to connect their laptop. The code of access is provided when booking the property.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • Smoking Not Allowed: There are plenty of balconies and terraces for guests to smoke. We please request guests not to smoke in the interior of the house.
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Hiking
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Basketball Court
  • Antiquing
  • Cinemas/Movie Theaters
  • Live Theatre
  • Museums

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1-2 persons: $700 wk, 3-4 persons: $800 wk, 5-6 persons: $900 wk.
Security Deposit of $300. (fully refundable)
Monthly and extra night rates available upon request.
Up to 2 children are free of charge.
We accept: Paypal, US / UK cheque or cash payments upon arrival.
Electronic Transfers Also Accepted.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 01/01/09
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  Stephen Heeney , Vancouver BC
  • A friend and I stayed at Casa Mariposa Blanca for ten days recently. It was an utterly delightful experience: there was a strong sense of security, the house was very well-equipped and central to sights, transport, restaurants, shops etc. The weather was needless to say perfect, and the house was neither hot by day nor cold by night. The owners clearly love this property and spare no effort to make their tenants welcome.
• 11/22/08
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  Dee Leone & Tom Sclar , Dallas, TX
  • Thank you so much for opening your beautiful house to us. Sr. Treviño was most gracious and accommodating in showing us around (even though we arrived very late!) Casa Mariposa made our stay in Cuernavaca a thoroughly enjoyable and unique experience.
• 08/12/08
  Positive Rating
  Harold , New Orleans, Louisiana
  • I stayed in Cuernavaca for 3 weeks in June 2008. Staying at the Casa Marisopa Blanca was a wonderful experience. The first thing that you notice is how large the house really is: 5 stories. The garden of palm trees is beautiful and the decorations are authentic. The location of the house is superb, because it is 1 block from the cathedral and no more than 2 blocks from great resturants and entertainment. I will recommend this lovely house to anyone going to mexico for a trip. It would be great for seminars and school because the taxis are so inexpensive to get anywhere. On top of all of that the owner is very receptive to any problems and will take care of them immediately.
• 03/07/08
  Positive Rating
  , vernon,bc canada
  • We would just like to thank you for a most enjoyable stay in Cuernavaca. What a wonderful city and home. We were so close to everything and thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. The house is so spacious and we felt very safe in that neighborhood. The fountain was very soothing and the view from the top was amazing. Thank you Sr. Trevino for all your help and making us feel at home. We would love to stay in your home again in the future.
• 11/18/07
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  Kathleen Behrens ,
  • Comment Text: If you are considering a visit to Cuernavaca, staying at the Casa Mariposa Blanca is a must. It offers both beauty and convenience. The house itself whispers of its long history as it rises up through multiple levels, crowned by a rooftop deck. In my week stay not a sunrise or sunset was missed from this vantage point. I also enjoyed the inside/outside feel of the house, created by its numerous terraces. On the practical side, there is a large grocery store just down the road that can meet all your daily needs and then some. There is also a first class bus station nearby to connect you with Mexico City and points beyonds. Since the house is in the historic district of Cuernavaca, nearly all of the main sightseeing spots are within a short walk. Don't miss the Brady Museum. (It shares a common wall with the Casa Mariposa Blanca.) From start to finish in the rental process the Trevino family was responsive and helpful. They even provided a detailed orientation packet that included, among many other things, a clear guide to get me from the airport in Mexico City to the front door of the house. I've rented houses and apartments all over Latin America and never received this kind of support. Cuernavaca truly does deserve its reputation as being the city of eternal springtime. The Casa Mariposa Blanca provides the perfect location in which to strike out and explore the surrounding charm and beauty.
• 05/09/07
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    I will like to take the chance to dearly thank all our guests at Casa Mariposa Blanca. I am delighted that our clients have had a great stay in Cuernavaca and in this quirky little house. Muchas Gracias a todos! Yours cordially, Elizabeth V. Trevino Rodriguez

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