Colonnades and Reflection Pools border the Grand Reception Lobby.
Location: Cartagena, Colombia, South America (Historic District)
Accommodations: Apartment, 3 Bedrooms, 3.5+ Baths (Sleeps 6)
Three stories of luxury on the Caribbean Coast in 19th-century Cloister in safe and secure old world city. Recently restored with every amenity. First time listed.
24-hour security/doormen.
Protected by the United Nations Patrimony of Humanity, the original architecture of the city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
"..The Mystic, Seductive Seaside City...dramatic improvement in safety under President Alvaro Uribe. Americans can walk the city center at night without fear." (Town & Country Travel, Summer 2008)
Surrounded by the famous 500-year-old wall, magical Cartagena is lovingly preserved. The home of Gabriel Garcia Marquez and the landmark Hotel Santa Clara are nearby in one of South America's most prestigious neighborhoods.
A very short walk or horse-drawn, candle-lit carriage ride to restaurants, museums, historic sites, shops. Ten minutes taxi to Bocagrande, the Miami Beach of Colombia.
Third Floor:
Spacious open furnished Roof Garden with breathtaking ocean views, sensational sunsets, private relaxing pool, dining under a Pergola, wet bar, and full bathroom.
Second Floor:
State-of-the-art Kitchen opens to lots of light and space in the Stately Dining Area, with enormous, handmade colonial table and antique chairs seating 12. Designer furniture in spacious, open Living/Studio Areas. 12-foot high ceilings. Antique lighting and extraordinary replicas of period fixtures custom-made by local artisans. Social Bathroom (Powder Room).
First Floor:
Private Master suite with king-size bed and seating area.
Bedroom #2: 2 Full (double) beds. Shares full Bathroom with Bedroom #3: 2 Twin (single) beds. All bedrooms with cable TV.
Daily Housekeeper Service and Breakfast included. Home-cooked lunch available by special arrangement. Personal Guided Tours available in Spanish, English, and French (un peu) for sight seeing, and to the Rosario Islands.
Local airport Pick-up and Return available.
Grand Lobby and large "club" area includes lounge chairs, tables, and Infinity Pool that appears to flow into the Sea above and beyond the old colonial wall.
Feel as if you have conquered the world.
The Magic and Secrets of Historic Cartagena
with Everything You Have Ever Dreamed.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer: in the unit.
- Dryer: in the unit.
- Linens Provided
- Garage: Private Parking by arrangement in advance.
- Elevator: From Lobby to First Floor, followed by stairs.
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed: Two Double Beds in Bedroom #2.
- Twin/Single Bed: Two Twin/Single Beds in Bedroom #3.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Pool: Private "Relaxing Pool" with Sea view.
- Shared Pool: In addition to private pool, infinity pool with Sea view.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: From nearby Hotel Santa Clara.
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio: "Mirador" Large Roof Garden with view of the sea, dining under the pergola, or lounging in or next to "Relaxing Pool".
- Gazebo: Pergola on "Mirador" Roof Garden provides semi-shade for dining or relaxing, with "Relaxing Pool" and view of the sea.
- View/Location
- Ocean View: Breathtaking views of the Caribbean, sensational sunsets.
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Antique and colonial style furnishings and lighting with mix of modern. Grand lobby and reception area in former 19th-century chapel with vaulted ceilings, surrounded by arched colonnades and pools of water cooled by ocean breezes. Personal guided tours available by special arrangement.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Excursions by boat to the Rosario Islands and Baru available by advance booking.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season .. $8500/week
Low Season ... $4800/week
$1,500 US Refundable Security Deposit collected at time of booking.
50% Rental Deposit due upon booking. Balance Due 60 days prior.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- Colonnades and Reflection Pools border the Grand Reception Lobby. - Cartagena Vacation Apartment with a Pool.
- Private Relaxing Pool on furnished Mirador Roof Garden with Sea View. - Cartagena Vacation Apartment with a Pool.
- Dine under the Roof Garden Pergola overlooking the Caribbean Sea. - Cartagena Vacation Apartment with a Pool.
- Indoor Lounge next to the Roof Garden.
- Large, spacious Living/Studio Areas with 12-foot high ceilings.
- Extraordinary Antique Mirror reflects Living/Studio Space.
- Colonial Dining Table, with Antique Chairs, seats 12.
- State-of-the-art, fully equipped Kitchen.
- Open Studio Space near Granite Breakfast/Lunch Counter.
- First Floor Entrance Hall.
- Spacious Master Bedroom (King Size Bed) with TV.
- Master Bedroom Seating
- Master Bathroom with Rain Shower.
- Bedroom #2: Two Full (double) Beds with TV
- Full Bathroom for Bedrooms #2 and #3.
- Bedroom #3: 2 Twin (Single) Beds with TV.
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #204518
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