Classic French building
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina, South America View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths (Sleeps 4)
In the heart of the San Telmo antique area and a few blocks from the famous Plaza Dorrego tango square, this historic French building features a 95 Square Meter, third floor 2 Bedroom/2 Bath apartment with a designer's blend of the avant garde and antiques.
In a light filled setting with two balconies overlooking the "Defensa Street Market"; open plan living and dining room; Master Bedroom with en suite bathroom and walk-in closet; all granite gourmet kitchen with bright corner window breakfast area.
Features: Satin ebony finished wood floors; 11' high ceilings; 32" flat screen TV with DVD; Hi speed internet; incredible air conditioning; supplemental heater to the building system. An Ingo Maurer chandelier in the dining room. A few doors away from the Brasserie Petanque - simply the best French food in Buenos Aires.
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Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Elevator
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Two balconies overlooking the Defensa Street Market, Eat-in gourmet kitchen, Satin ebony finished wood floors, marble bathroom with bidet, master BR with in-suite bathroom and walk-in closet, two individually controlled AC units and central heating with additional unit, only two apartments per floor, portiere in lobby, 24 hr. security parking garage across the street.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$825/week .. $1925/month (April to August) $2150 (September to March).
$800 reimbursable deposit.
Full amount Plus Deposit must be paid before arrival.
Long term rates negotiable
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2007
Why the Owner Chose Buenos Aires
I had been coming to Buenos Aires for years because of the Tango. As a student of Tango, San Telmo is a mecca with both shows and clubs as well as the famous Plaza Dorrego outdoor dancing on weekends. As an architect, I always was attracted to the colonial character of San Telmo as well as the "old world" neighborhood with cobble-stoned streets. Our location at Defensa and Chile is vibrant and cosmopolitan. When we discovered a classic French style turn-of-the-century building overlooking the Defensa street market we purchased it on the spot. Six months later with the help of an Aussie contractor we had entirely renovated the spaces including ebony stained floors and customized lighting.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
Our apartment is the best of two worlds - A Parisian style pied-a-terre with high ceilings and full height french doors opening on to balconies four stories over Defensa Street (the main street for antique shops). Sunlight enters from three sides of the unit including a breakfast nook in the large kitchen. As for dining out there are eateries and take-out on every block but several of the highest ranked restaurants (Guia Oleo) in all of Buenos Aires are within minutes walking - Cafe San Juan, La Vineria de Gualletrio, Petanque and Sukiyaki are our favorites. Please see the map for other points of interest.
On Defensa (681) just off the corner of Chile and between Mexico. Calle Defensa is lined with antique stores and becomes a strolling mall with music and entertainers on Sunday.
Second oldest plaza lined with buildings from the colonial period. A weekend antiquarian flea market with outdoor tango dancing.
Popular French bistro just across the street from the Apartment. Oleo rank 23 out of 26.
Fashionable parrilla steakhouse. White table cloths and tango music - Asado (short-rib roast) or Lomo (sirlion steak) are the best choices.
Former dock building redesigned by Philippe Stark to a resort hotel anchoring this newest and most expensive urban center called Puerto Maderno.
Historic cafe (1858) where Borges ruled the artistic elite. Also features tango shows.
Argentine-style tango dinner-shows. Several others are also in this neighborhood such as La Ventana.
Tango dance academy for private and group classes. Also site of milongas (social dances).
Considered by some as the best restaurant in the city. The food is "portena" but the style is haut cuisine. Reservations recommended.
Owner's Map of Buenos Aires
Hi, I am Jerry and I am an architect from Los Angeles by way of NYC. My wife, Grisel was born and educated in the city of Buenos Aires. Although our property is managed by Raul who will also perform check in/out as well as be available for any issues that may arise, we are always available by phone and e-mail to advise our guests on any particular interest. We also have a network of friends and associates that can assist you in any specific need you may have.
Property Photos
- Classic French building - Vacation Rental Condominium In a Historic Building In Buenos Aires.
- Foyer - Vacation Rental Condominium In a Historic Building In Buenos Aires.
- View of living area - Vacation Rental Condominium In a Historic Building In Buenos Aires.
- Dining room
- View from dining room
- View from French balcony
- Dining room
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Thank you Nancy! We are so glad that you had a good time and you enjoyed the apt. Warm regards, Grisel and Jerry
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